SOCIETY, SPECIAL
Conversion to Christianity high among Dang Tharus
Conversion to Christianity high among Dang Tharus
DANG, Dec 14: A growing influence of Christianity has been noticed in the Tharu communities of Dang district since 2005. This has Tharu community leaders deeply concerned, saying their culture and rituals are at risk of extinction.
Dec 14, 2016
SOCIETY
Tipper plunges into river killing driver
Tipper plunges into river killing driver
POKHARA, Dec 14: A person was killed when a tipper heading towards Leknath from Pokhara plunged into the Bijayapur river last night.
Dec 14, 2016
SOCIETY
Motorcyclist killed in hit and run
Motorcyclist killed in hit and run
JHAPA, Dec 14: A motorcyclist was killed in an incident of hit and run by an unidentified vehicle last night at Damak, Jhapa.
Dec 14, 2016
SOCIETY
Elephant Safari launched in western Chitwan
Elephant Safari launched in western Chitwan
CHITWAN, Dec 14: Four community forests located in Chitwan's western part have introduced elephant safari with an aim to boost tourism.
Dec 14, 2016
SOCIETY
New leadership takes over Radio Lumbini
New leadership takes over Radio Lumbini
BUTWAL, Dec 14: The Radio Lumbini on Tuesday elected a new working committee unopposed coinciding with the occasion of its 18th General Assembly and Convention.
Dec 14, 2016
SOCIETY
Youth accused of raping 13-year-old arrested
Youth accused of raping 13-year-old arrested
BARDIBAS, Dec 14: The local authorities have arrested a youth in accusation of raping a 13-year-old girl here.
Dec 14, 2016
SPORTS
Arsenal caves in at Everton, misses out on top spot in EPL
Arsenal caves in at Everton, misses out on top spot in EPL
ENGLAND, Dec 14: With the tackles flying in and the noise levels ramping up inside Goodison Park, Arsenal's players faced a huge test of their Premier League title credentials in the final minutes of a tight game against Everton.
Dec 14, 2016
SOCIETY
One held for allegedly raping minor girl
One held for allegedly raping minor girl
KATHMANDU, Dec 14: Police on Monday arrested a 24-year-old man in charge of allegedly raping a minor girl while under the influence of alcohol in Gongabu of Tokha Municipality-13, Kathmandu.
Dec 14, 2016
SOCIETY
Violence against women goes unabated despite efforts
Violence against women goes unabated despite efforts
KATHMANDU, Dec 14: A woman, whose name has not been disclosed for privacy reasons, came to the National Women's Commission (NWC) on Sunday to file a case against her husband for marrying a second wife.
Dec 14, 2016
ECONOMY
Revival of Hetauda Textile Factory viable: Reports
Revival of Hetauda Textile Factory viable: Reports
KATHMANDU, Dec 14: Separate study committees have suggested to the government to breathe a new life into Hetauda Textile Industry.
Dec 14, 2016