WORLD
Iranians hold Eid prayers as Mideast war rages
Iranians hold Eid prayers as Mideast war rages
Iran, a majority-Shia nation, marked the end of the Islamic holy month of Ramadan a day after most other Muslim countries, which are mainly Sunni.
Mar 21, 2026
SOCIETY
Two Indian nationals killed in Kathmandu bus accident
Two Indian nationals killed in Kathmandu bus accident
The bus driver, 35-year-old Man Bahadur Basnet, a resident of Kapun originally from Dolakha, has been taken into police custody.
Mar 21, 2026
WORLD
Ukraine launches more than 280 drones at Russia: Moscow
Ukraine launches more than 280 drones at Russia: Moscow
Around 90 drones were shot down in the southern Rostov region, its governor Yuri Slyusar posted on Telegram.
Mar 21, 2026
Entertainment
Nepali short film ‘Taste of Water’ selected for Oberhausen Festival
Nepali short film ‘Taste of Water’ selected for Oberhausen F...
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“Achievements like this will encourage young filmmakers and film students to reach for the international stage,”said Bishal Shrestha, Managing Director of Everest Film Academy.
Mar 21, 2026
POLITICS
China congratulates Nepal on HoR election
China congratulates Nepal on HoR election
"China stands ready to work with Nepal to carry forward the traditional friendship, deepen practical cooperation and advance bilateral relations", read the statement.
Mar 21, 2026
SOCIETY
Incessant rain obstructs Butwal-Narayangadh Road
Incessant rain obstructs Butwal-Narayangadh Road
The Daunne section of the road at Binayi Triveni Rural Municipality–2 in Nawalparasi (Bardghat-Susta East) has turned muddy and slippery, disrupting vehicular traffic, according to the District Police Office, Nawalparasi.
Mar 21, 2026
POLITICS
“Tell me if my hands are stained with blood,” Rakshya Bam appeals to PM
“Tell me if my hands are stained with blood,” Rakshya Bam ap...
Her appeal comes amid allegations in Maitighar, where victims of the movement accused her and other activists of misusing their position under the banner of Gen Z activism.
Mar 21, 2026
WORLD
Iran military warns UAE over attacks on disputed Gulf islands
Iran military warns UAE over attacks on disputed Gulf island...
"We warn the United Arab Emirates if any further aggression originates from its territory against the Iranian islands of Abu Musa and Greater Tunb in the Persian Gulf, Iran's powerful armed forces will subject Ras Al Khaimah in the UAE to heavy strikes," the military's operational command Khatam Al-...
Mar 21, 2026
WORLD
Global trade growth to slow in 2026 with further pressure from Middle East conflict: WTO
Global trade growth to slow in 2026 with further pressure fr...
In its latest Global Trade Outlook and Statistics report, the WTO forecast that in a baseline growth scenario excluding energy price shocks, global merchandise trade growth would slow to 1.9 percent in 2026 from 4.6 percent in 2025 before rebounding to 2.6 percent in 2027.
Mar 21, 2026
SOCIETY
Pathibhara sees fifth snowfall this year
Pathibhara sees fifth snowfall this year
The snowfall has brought colder temperatures across the district, and locals reported snow in the northern highlands as well.
Mar 21, 2026