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Dhulikhel Hospital: The Health Institution with National and Global Impact

Dhulikhel Hospital: The Health Institution with National and Global Impact

Dhulikhel Hospital: The Health Institution with National and Global Impact Guna Raj Luitel
100 Days of the Government: Achievements in Foreign Policy and Employment

100 Days of the Government: Achievements in Foreign Policy and Employment

Month of Shrawan: Symbol of Faith, Good Fortune, and Greenery

Month of Shrawan: Symbol of Faith, Good Fortune, and Greenery

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Dhulikhel Hospital: The Health Institution with National and Global Impact

Dhulikhel Hospital: The Health Institution with National and Global Impact

10 min read August 09, 2026

"We will encourage health institutions established at the community level that have earned international repute for providing exemplary and universally accessible healthcare services. Under this initiative, I have allocated a budget for the upgrading of Dhulikhel Community Hospital and the...

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Climate

‘Nepal is uniquely positioned to become a global leader in mountain diplomacy’

Feature
Feature
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100 Days of the Government: Achievements in Foreign Policy and Employment

Kathmandu: The government of Rt. Hon. Balendra Shah completed first 100 days in office on July 4, 2026. PM Shah released a comprehensive 35-page progress report on various sectors on the occasion. Here follows the achievements related to the Ministry...
TDN Correspondent TDN Correspondent
August 09, 2026
100 Days of the Government: Achievements in Foreign Policy and Employment
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Literary Evening Uniting Nepal and Russia in Kathmandu

Kathmandu: The Russian House held a literary evening to mark the 227th anniversary of Alexander Sergeyevinch Pushkin’s birth and Russian Language Day on June 5. The evening was attended by 70 literary figures, authors, translators, and representatives of the diplomatic...
TDN Correspondent TDN Correspondent
July 12, 2026
Literary Evening Uniting Nepal and Russia in Kathmandu
Diaspora
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Report on “Nepali Diaspora in Australia” Launched

Kathmandu: The Institute for Integrated Development Studies (IIDS), in collaboration with the Australian Embassy in Nepal, organized the official launch and dissemination event of the report “Nepali Diaspora in Australia” at Kathmandu Marriott Hotel on May 18. The event brought...
TDN Correspondent TDN Correspondent
May 19, 2026
Report on “Nepali Diaspora in Australia” Launched

Diplomacy

Climate

Nepal and Asian Disaster Preparedness Center Sign Agreement to Strengthen Disaster Resilience Capacity

Nepal and Asian Disaster Preparedness Center Sign Agreement to Strengthen Disaster Resilience Capacity

Local Governments Launch Nepal’s First-ever Roadmap to Revive and Protect Drying Springs
‘Nepal is uniquely positioned to become a global leader in mountain diplomacy’
Alliance Asia Nepal Concludes Nepal Disaster Preparedness and Logistics Study

Cultural

American Singer Jessica Lynn Coming to Nepal for Live Performance

American Singer Jessica Lynn Coming to Nepal for Live Performance

US Public Affairs Chief Harker Joins Mustang’s Celebration called Yartung
Government of Nepal, with UNESCO support, Launches Community-based Intangible Cultural Heritage workshop
Bringing Centuries Old Newa Manuscripts Online

Defence

Visit of Indian Army Chief to Nepal: Key Highlights

Visit of Indian Army Chief to Nepal: Key Highlights

‘Nepal Needs a Proactive Disaster-risk Financing Strategy’
The Legacy of Nepal–UK Military Cooperation
WFP Country Director Lodhi Meets with NDRRMA CEO Upreti

Education

KOICA-funded INSPIRE Project Marks One Year of Advancing Digital Learning and Future Skills in Madhesh

KOICA-funded INSPIRE Project Marks One Year of Advancing Digital Learning and Future Skills in Madhesh

JICA JDS Scholarship Program Sends 22 Nepali Government Officials to Leading Japanese Universities
CDA Aran Interacts with Nepali Students at Oklahoma State University
AIDIA Launches MIAED Program in Academic Partnership with KU

Energy

Executive Committee of IPPAN Calls on Indian Ambassador to Nepal

Executive Committee of IPPAN Calls on Indian Ambassador to Nepal

Meetings of Joint Steering Committee and Joint Working Group on Power Sector Cooperation between Nepal and India Held
Beyond Hydropower: Nepal’s Imperative for Domestic Industrialization and Green Exports
Nepal's New Government: Energy, Execution, and the Geopolitics of Governance — What It Will Take to Sustain Reform

Film

Beyond the Screen: Love, Loss and Identity 

Beyond the Screen: Love, Loss and Identity 

‘Lost In Mandala,' Animated Feature Film, Brings Nepali Story to the Global Stage
Nepali Film ‘Elephants in the Fog’ Wins Jury Prize at the Cannes Film Festival
Nepal's presence at Cannes Film Festival a matter of pride, says Acting Mayor Dangol

Labor

ILO Convenes National Policy Dialogue in Kathmandu

ILO Convenes National Policy Dialogue in Kathmandu

Nepal Deposits Instruments of Ratification of the Labour Inspection Convention and the Protocol to the Forced Labour Convention
Fifth Thematic Discussion of Nepal Forum on Migration and Development Held in Kathmandu
Nepal-Korea Labour Cooperation Seminar Held in Kathmandu

Parliamentary

Prime Minister Shah Holds Meeting with President Paudel

Prime Minister Shah Holds Meeting with President Paudel

Spokesperson Pokharel briefs HoR on Government Achievements in First 100 days
IPU Adopts Motion Proposed by Nepal’s Lawmaker Dr. Shakya
NA Chair Dahal Holds Meeting with Turkish Parliament Speaker Kurtulmus

Tech

U.S. Embassy Nepal’s Code for Impact Program Helps Young Nepali Innovators Turn Ideas into Tech Ventures

U.S. Embassy Nepal’s Code for Impact Program Helps Young Nepali Innovators Turn Ideas into Tech Ventures

Multilingual 'Voice-to-Agent' Feature Released in Springbase.ai
TikTok Expands AI Literacy Efforts to Help People Better Understand AI-Generated Content
Minister Pun Calls on Non-Resident Nepali Experts to Promote innovation in Nepal

Tourism

200 Spanish Youth Explore Nepal in the First Spanish Academic Expedition to Asia

200 Spanish Youth Explore Nepal in the First Spanish Academic Expedition to Asia

Chinese Delegation Visits Nepal Tourism Board
Five members appointed at Nepal Tourism Board
200 Spanish Youth to Explore Nepal in the First Spanish Academic Expedition to Asia

Sports

Celebration of Olympic Day 2026

Celebration of Olympic Day 2026

Nepal Tourism Board Welcomes Delegation of Japanese Professional Wrestlers
Sunmaya Budha Gets Record Breaking Win in Italy 
FIFA Bans ANFA

Economic

IMF States Nepal's Economy is More Stable

IMF States Nepal's Economy is More Stable

UNDP and Nepal Insurance Authority Launch MSMEs Insurance Study
Discover Korea 2026 Held in Kathmandu
FAO Country Rep Shimizu Pays Courtesy Call on Industry Minister Yadav

Public

Indian Embassy Lays Foundation Stone at School Building in Banke

Indian Embassy Lays Foundation Stone at School Building in Banke

Completion of the Nagdhunga Tunnel Project
Upcoming Global Treaty on Disasters Gives Nepal a Chance to Shine
BNL and CIUD Launches Artificial Groundwater Recharge Project at Civil Service Hospital

Health

Nepal Netra Jyoti Sangh Honored with WHO South-East Asia Regional Award 2026

Nepal Netra Jyoti Sangh Honored with WHO South-East Asia Regional Award 2026

FAO Country Representative Shimizu Addresses 75th IVSA Congress in Kathmandu
Nepal Netra Jyoti Sangh Organizes ‘Eye Camp’ in Thakurgaon
WFP Nepal Launches ‘The Journey of Nepal’s National Mid-Day Meals Programme’ Report

Election

Nepali Youths in the Frontline of Electoral Governance

Nepali Youths in the Frontline of Electoral Governance

Nepal’s 2026 Elections:  A Democratic Milestone Shaped by a 'Gen-Z Moment' 
10 Civil Society Organizations Conclude: Election Peaceful and Fair, but Weaknesses in Voter Education and Voter List
India’s Support to Nepal to Conduct the Election 

Gender

Australian Ambassador Holds a Courtesy Meeting with Minister Badi

Australian Ambassador Holds a Courtesy Meeting with Minister Badi

Zonta Club Kathmandu Celebrates Historic Global Recognition
UN Women and Finnish Embassy Completes Joint Monitoring Mission Across Kathmandu and Madesh Province
Gender and War: Power, Masculinity and the Politics of Violence

Wildlife and Conservation

Decade of Collaboration Between Federation University Australia and Nepal, Professor Wright Joins NTNC Board

Decade of Collaboration Between Federation University Australia and Nepal, Professor Wright Joins NTNC Board

UK Embassy Development Director Visits Bardia National Park
Third Red Panda Festival in Ilam to Promote Conservation and Tourism
205 Gharials Released into Rapti River from Chitwan National Park

Youth

Lawmakers Pledge to Turn Youth Advocacy into Legislative Action

Lawmakers Pledge to Turn Youth Advocacy into Legislative Action

National Youth Festival Concludes with 11-Point Declaration
German Delegation Visits Kathmandu Pragya Kunja School for International Youth Day
IFA Nepal Organizes Closing Ceremony & Research Dissemination Programme of the MoFA Summer Fellowship and Internship Program 2026

Mountaineering

Nepal Mountaineering Association President Holds Meeting with Russian House Director

Nepal Mountaineering Association President Holds Meeting with Russian House Director

Expanding Nepal-Canada Relations Through Mountaineering Tourism
Sherpa elected Nepal Mountaineering Association President
Ambassador Bhandari Attends Flag-in Ceremony Honouring Bangladeshi Mountaineer

Law & Human Rights

Indian Embassy Hosts Nepali Alumni of Indian Law Institutions

Indian Embassy Hosts Nepali Alumni of Indian Law Institutions

IGP Duo Displays Nepal's Security Commitments in UNCOPS 2026
UN Nepali Peacekeepers Patrol in South Sudan
Digital Legal Reform: Safeguarding Identity and Investment in Nepal

Art & Culture
neIndian Embassy Organizes Musical Evening in Nagarkotws

Kathmandu: The Embassy of India organized a musical evening in Nagarkot on August 23. The evening featured a captivating performance by an Indian Council for Culture Relations (ICCR) troupe led by Shri Rajesh Pandey.  The event was graced by the...

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'Connectivity and Networking in Nepal’s Tourism: From Landlocked to Land-linked Flights'by Hikmat Singh Ayer Launched

'Connectivity and Networking in Nepal’s Tourism: From Landlocked to Land-linked Flights'by Hikmat Singh Ayer Launched

  • August 24, 2026
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Bangladesh Ambassador Proposes Annual Bangladesh-Nepal Cultural and Creative Exchange Programme

Bangladesh Ambassador Proposes Annual Bangladesh-Nepal Cultural and Creative Exchange Programme

  • August 20, 2026
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International
Changing Dynamics of Global Politics and Nepal 
Tapas Gupta ParasharTapas Gupta Parashar

Changing Dynamics of Global Politics and Nepal 

Multilateral institutions under the UN system are currently in a phase of unmanaged decline. The magisterial, rules-based international order built post-WWII is, in fact, more fragmented than ever, becoming increasingly susceptible to challenges from leagues and alliances poised to reject...

  • August 16, 2026
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Heads of UN Agencies in Kathmandu Pay Joint Courtesy Call on Foreign Minister Khanal
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Heads of UN Agencies in Kathmandu Pay Joint Courtesy Call on Foreign Minister Khanal

Kathmandu: The Heads of the United Nations Agencies based in Kathmandu paid a joint courtesy call on the Hon. Minister for Foreign Affairs, Shisir Khanal, at the Ministry on July 20.  The United Nations Resident Coordinator and the Heads of...

  • July 21, 2026
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Fifth Meeting of BIMSTEC National Security Chiefs Held in New Delhi
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Fifth Meeting of BIMSTEC National Security Chiefs Held in New Delhi

Kathmandu: The 5th Meeting of the BIMSTEC National Security Chief was held in New Delhi on July 16. H.E. Ajit Doval, National Security Adviser to the Prime Minister of India, hosted and chaired a meeting of National Security Advisers/Heads of...

  • July 20, 2026
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Pakistan Foreign Secretary Hosts Luncheon for SAARC Secretary General Sarwar
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Pakistan Foreign Secretary Hosts Luncheon for SAARC Secretary General Sarwar

Kathmandu: H.E. Ms. Amna Baloch, the Foreign Secretary of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan hosted a luncheon in the honor of H.E. Md. Golam Sarwar, the Secretary General of SAARC, who is on a farewell visit to Pakistan. The luncheon,...

  • July 17, 2026
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SAARC Secretary General Pays Farewell Call on Prime Minister of Pakistan
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SAARC Secretary General Pays Farewell Call on Prime Minister of Pakistan

Kathmandu: H.E. Md Golam Sarwar, the Secretary General of SAARC paid a farewell courtesy call on H.E. Mian Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, the Prime Minister of Pakistan. The Prime Minister praised the Secretary General’s dedicated services and leadership in steering the...

  • July 17, 2026
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ECOSOC President Thapa Participates in High-Level Roundtable on Financing Resilient Agrifood Systems
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ECOSOC President Thapa Participates in High-Level Roundtable on Financing Resilient Agrifood Systems

Kathmandu: H.E. Lok Bahadur Thapa, UN ECOSOC President, participated in the high-level roundtable on financing resilient agrifood systems. He emphasized that they cannot continue moving from one crisis to the next.  President Thapa said, “Instead, we must invest in systems...

  • July 17, 2026
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President Masato Kanda’s Nepal Visit Reinforces Cooperation and Commitment
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President Masato Kanda’s Nepal Visit Reinforces Cooperation and Commitment

Kathmandu: President of the Asian Development Bank (ADB), Masato Kanda, arrived in Kathmandu for an official visit on July 6. Upon arriving here, he reiterated ADB’s commitment to continually support the nation’s development, transformation, and long-term economic growth. He emphasized...

  • August 17, 2026
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Foreign Secretary of Maldives Hosts Luncheon Meeting for SAARC Secretary General
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Foreign Secretary of Maldives Hosts Luncheon Meeting for SAARC Secretary General

Kathmandu: The Foreign Secretary of Maldives, Fathimath Inaya, hosted a luncheon meeting in the honor of H.E. Md. Golan Sarwar, Secretary General of SAARC, who is on a farewell visit to Maldives. The luncheon was attended by senior officials of...

  • August 13, 2026
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SAARC Secretary General Pays Farewell Call on Maldives Foreign Minister
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SAARC Secretary General Pays Farewell Call on Maldives Foreign Minister

Kathmandu: H.E. Golam Sarwar, Secretary General of SAARC, paid a farewell courtesy call on the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Maldives, Iruthisham Adam, at the Ministry. The Foreign Minister commended the Secretary General for his dedicated leadership and contributions toward...

  • August 11, 2026
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BIMSTEC Secretary General Calls on Minister of Culture, Tourism, and Civil Aviation
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BIMSTEC Secretary General Calls on Minister of Culture, Tourism, and Civil Aviation

Kathmandu: BIMSTEC Secretary General, H.E. Indra Mani Pandey, called on Hon. Minister of Culture, Tourism, and Civil Aviation, Khadak Raj Paudel, on July 28.  Secretary General Pandey apprised Minister Paudel of the progress achieved in regional cooperation under BIMSTEC, including...

  • July 31, 2026
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BIMSTEC Secretary General Pandey Pays Separate Courtesy Call on Foreign Minister Khanal and Foreign Secretary Rai
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BIMSTEC Secretary General Pandey Pays Separate Courtesy Call on Foreign Minister Khanal and Foreign Secretary Rai

Kathmandu: Secretary General of BIMSTEC, H.E. Indra Mani Pandey, paid separate courtesy calls on Hon. Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal and Foreign Secretary Amrit Bahadur Rai at the Ministry on July 28.  As BIMSTEC marks its 30th anniversary, discussions focused on...

  • July 28, 2026
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South Asians for Human Rights Mourns Passing of Dr. Devendra Raj Panday
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South Asians for Human Rights Mourns Passing of Dr. Devendra Raj Panday

Kathmandu: South Asians for Human Rights (SAHR), a regional network of human rights defenders, mourned the passing of Dr. Devendra Raj Panday, a true South Asian, distinguished civil society leader and a founding member of SAHR, who passed away peacefully...

  • July 20, 2026
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Chinese Ambassador Zhang Calls on Foreign Secretary Rai at the Ministry
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Chinese Ambassador Zhang Calls on Foreign Secretary Rai at the Ministry

Kathmandu: H.E. Zhang Maoming, Ambassador of China to Nepal, called on Foreign Secretary Amrit Bahadur Rai at the Ministry on August 25. During the meeting, matters relating to Nepal-China bilateral relations and cooperation were discussed.

  • August 25, 2026
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Brazilian Ambassador Pays Courtesy Call on Foreign Secretary Rai
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Brazilian Ambassador Pays Courtesy Call on Foreign Secretary Rai

Kathmandu: H.E. Claudio Raja Gabaglia Lins, Ambassador of Brazil to Nepal, paid a courtesy call on Foreign Secretary Amrit Bahadur Rai at the Ministry on August 24.  On the occasion, discussions were held on various matters of Nepal-Brazil relations.

  • August 25, 2026
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Brazilian Ambassador Pays Courtesy Call on Foreign Minister Khanal
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Brazilian Ambassador Pays Courtesy Call on Foreign Minister Khanal

Kathmandu: H.E. Claudio Raja Gabaglia Lins, Ambassador of Brazil to Nepal, paid a courtesy call on the Hon. Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal at the Ministry on August 24. Various matters concerning Nepal-Brazil relations were discussed on the occasion.

  • August 25, 2026
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Australian Ambassador Ernst Meets with Home Minister Gurung
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Australian Ambassador Ernst Meets with Home Minister Gurung

Kathmandu: H.E. Simon Ernst, Ambassador of Australia to Nepal, met with Hon. Sudan Gurung, Nepal’s Minister for Home Affairs, at the Ministry.  Ambassador Ernst appreciated the opportunity to exchange views on issues of mutual interest, including refugee issues.  The Embassy...

  • August 21, 2026
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EU Ambassador Lorenzo Pays Farewell Call on President Paudel
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EU Ambassador Lorenzo Pays Farewell Call on President Paudel

Kathmandu: H.E. Veronique Lorenzo, Ambassador of the European Union (EU) to Nepal, paid a farewell call on Rt. Hon. President of Nepal, Ram Chandra Paudel, at his office on August 20.  During the call on, President Paudel appreciated and thanked...

  • August 20, 2026
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Foreign Minister Khanal Receives Saudi Arabia Ambassador Mnikhr
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Foreign Minister Khanal Receives Saudi Arabia Ambassador Mnikhr

Kathmandu: Hon. Foreign Minister, Shisir Khanal, received H.E. Fahd Mohammad A. Mnikhr, Ambassador of Saudi Arabia to Nepal, for a courtesy call at the Ministry on August 20.  On the occasion, views were exchanged on matters relating to Nepal–Saudi Arabia...

  • August 20, 2026
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Diaspora
NRNA's Focus on Work: Citizenship and Investment Top Agenda at Conference in China and Ireland in August  

NRNA's Focus on Work: Citizenship and Investment Top Agenda at Conference in China and Ireland in August  

TDN Correspondent July 19, 2026
NRNA Forms 51-member Advisory Committee
  • July 17, 2026

NRNA Forms 51-member Advisory Committee

Report on “Nepali Diaspora in Australia” Launched
  • May 19, 2026

Report on “Nepali Diaspora in Australia” Launched

Memorandum with Proposals to Amend the Law on Diaspora, Pararashtara Asked for a Model of the World
  • May 08, 2026

Memorandum with Proposals to Amend the Law on Diaspora, Pararashtara Asked for a Model of the World

Photojournalist Onta Honored by ‘World Book of Records, London’
  • May 04, 2026

Photojournalist Onta Honored by ‘World Book of Records, London’

FM Khanal Meets Newly Elected NRNA President, Assures Support on Key Diaspora Issues
  • April 03, 2026

FM Khanal Meets Newly Elected NRNA President, Assures Support on Key Diaspora Issues

Foreign Minister Sharma Meets Newly Elected NRNA Leadership, Stresses Coordinated Efforts for Development
  • March 20, 2026

Foreign Minister Sharma Meets Newly Elected NRNA Leadership, Stresses Coordinated Efforts for Development

Photo Feature
Month of Shrawan: Symbol of Faith, Good Fortune, and Greenery

Month of Shrawan: Symbol of Faith, Good Fortune, and Greenery

TDN Correspondent August 09, 2026
Bhume Puja: The Festival of Nature Worship
  • July 15, 2026

Bhume Puja: The Festival of Nature Worship

Foreign Minister Khanal Addresses the 213th Bhanu Jayanti Program
  • July 13, 2026

Foreign Minister Khanal Addresses the 213th Bhanu Jayanti Program

Celebration Marking Paddy Plantation in Nepal
  • July 12, 2026

Celebration Marking Paddy Plantation in Nepal

Nepal’s 800-Year-Old Golden Buddhist Manuscript Undergoes Sacred Restoration
  • June 14, 2026

Nepal’s 800-Year-Old Golden Buddhist Manuscript Undergoes Sacred Restoration

Bisket Jatra Begins in Bhaktapur with Traditional Chariot Procession
  • May 10, 2026

Bisket Jatra Begins in Bhaktapur with Traditional Chariot Procession

Nepal Marks Global Celebration of the First International Wellness Day
  • April 15, 2026

Nepal Marks Global Celebration of the First International Wellness Day