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Kemika writes for 24 Ghanta Nepal.

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Ram-Janaki Area Gets Protected Status
Nepal

Nepal Declares Ram-Janaki Temple Area a Protected Monument Zone in Push for UNESCO World Heritage Status

The Nepal government has officially declared the Ram-Janaki Temple area in Janakpurdham a Protected Monument Zone, setting defined boundaries around the historic religious area and bringing development inside the zone under stricter heritage-protection rules. The decision is also an important step in Nepal’s long-running effort to strengthen the case for Janaki Temple’s future inclusion on UNESCO’s World Heritage List.

15 mins ago4 MIN READ
Nepal’s Champion Now Represents Australia
Sports

Once a Historic Gold Medalist for Nepal, Shrijana Ghising Is Now Making History and Winning Gold for Australia

Former Nepal para taekwondo champion Shrijana Ghising, who made history by winning Nepal’s first major international gold in the sport in 2022, is now an Australian citizen and competing for Australia. The 26-year-old has already delivered Australia’s first-ever World Taekwondo Para Grand Prix gold and is now aiming to represent her new country at the Los Angeles 2028 Paralympics.

3 hours ago5 MIN READ
Nepal Plans Cleaner Public Spaces
Society

No More Open Trash In Public Places? Nepal Proposes To Make Covered Dustbins Mandatory Within 3 Months

The Government of Nepal has registered a new Waste Management Bill in the House of Representatives that proposes mandatory covered dustbins in public places within three months after the law comes into effect. The bill aims to improve waste management by defining the responsibilities of individuals, local governments and other authorities while promoting waste segregation and cleaner public spaces.

22 hours ago3 MIN READ
Nimsdai Foundation Recognized For Mountain Support
Business

Nimsdai Foundation’s Lobuche Porter House Shortlisted For National Charity Award For Supporting Nepal’s Mountain Workers

The Nimsdai Foundation’s Lobuche Porter House in Nepal has been shortlisted for the Community Impact Award at the National Charity Today Awards 2026, recognizing its efforts to improve conditions for Himalayan porters. Built at an altitude of over 5,000 metres in the Everest region, the facility provides a safer resting place and support system for the mountain workers who play a vital role in Nepal’s climbing and trekking industry.

23 hours ago3 MIN READ
Citizens Help Build Safer Roads
Society

See a Broken Road? Kathmandu’s New App Lets Citizens Report Problems Directly to Authorities

The Road Division Kathmandu has introduced the ‘Sadak Sujhab’ mobile app, creating a direct digital platform where citizens can report potholes, damaged roads, waterlogging and other road safety issues by uploading photos and location details. The system uses location mapping and complaint tracking features to help authorities identify problems, prioritize repairs and improve road management across Kathmandu Valley.

Yesterday3 MIN READ
Kathmandu Prepares For Indra Jatra
Nepal

From a Sacred Tree to Kathmandu’s Streets: The Journey That Begins Indra Jatra

The sacred Yosin, or Yoh Sim, was brought from Nala forest in Kavrepalanchok to Kathmandu on September 15 as preparations began for Indra Jatra 2026, one of Kathmandu Valley’s most important traditional festivals. The wooden pole will be ceremonially raised at Hanuman Dhoka with Indra’s flag and ritual symbols, continuing a centuries-old tradition connected with the legend of Indra’s capture and release, as well as rain, fertility and the Valley’s historic farming culture.

Yesterday7 MIN READ
Learning Returns After Nepal Floods
Nepal

After Floods Destroy Classrooms, UNICEF and EU Bring Learning Back to Nepal’s Children

UNICEF, with financial support from the European Union, is helping establish temporary learning centres for children whose education has been disrupted by Nepal’s devastating August floods, giving them safe places to learn while damaged schools and communities recover. The initiative is part of a wider emergency response as thousands of children face damaged classrooms, displacement and emotional distress following the disaster.

2 days ago5 MIN READ
Messi’s Final Dance With Argentina
Sports

One Last Dance: Messi Prepares to Say Goodbye to Argentina After a 21-Year Journey

Lionel Messi has been called up by Argentina for a farewell appearance against Benin at the Monumental Stadium in Buenos Aires on October 6, giving the 39-year-old one final opportunity to wear the national shirt after announcing his international retirement last month. The match will close a remarkable 21-year senior journey that took Messi from painful final defeats and a brief retirement to becoming Argentina’s World Cup-winning captain and one of the defining figures in the country’s football history.

2 days ago7 MIN READ
Nepal Takes Himalayas To UN
World

From Sagarmatha to the Sea: Nepal Will Take Its Climate Crisis to the United Nations

Nepal will host “Sagarmatha to the Sea: A Call to Action for a Climate-Resilient Future” on the sidelines of the 81st United Nations General Assembly in New York, highlighting the growing impact of climate change on the Himalayan region and vulnerable communities. The event will form part of Nepal’s wider international push for climate justice, Loss and Damage support, accessible climate finance and stronger support for climate-resilient development.

4 days ago4 MIN READ
Nepal Sends Tiniharu Toward Oscars
Entertainment

From Cannes History to the Oscars Race: Nepal Selects ‘Elephants in the Fog’

Nepal has selected Abinash Bikram Shah’s “Elephants in the Fog” (Tiniharu) as its official submission for the International Feature Film category at the 99th Academy Awards, choosing it over “Gaunthali” after evaluating both films. The selection takes the Cannes Jury Prize-winning film into the next stage of an international journey that has already made history for Nepali cinema.

5 days ago7 MIN READ
Gen Z Changed Nepal’s Leadership
Politics

One Year Ago, Nepal Turned to Sushila Karki After Gen Z Protests Changed the Country

One year ago, on September 12, 2025, former Chief Justice Sushila Karki was sworn in as Nepal’s first woman Prime Minister, taking charge of an interim government after the Gen Z movement, deadly unrest and the resignation of KP Sharma Oli pushed the country into an extraordinary political crisis. Karki, already known as Nepal’s first female Chief Justice and for her strong anti-corruption image, was given the immediate responsibility of restoring stability and taking the country toward a new House of Representatives election within six months.

5 days ago7 MIN READ
Yugeen Keeps Nepal’s Flag Flying
Sports

From Boxing at 16 to International KFL Wins: Yugeen Sharma’s Fighting Journey

Nepal’s Yugeen Sharma defeated India’s Khushi Singh at Karma Fight League 9 in Colombo, adding another international victory to a journey that began with boxing at the age of 16 and later expanded into kickboxing and mixed martial arts. The 20-year-old Nepali fighter has already won national boxing gold, competed several times at KFL and has spoken publicly about her bigger dream of eventually reaching the UFC.

5 days ago5 MIN READ
Nepal Digitizes Foreign Travel Records
Nepal

No More Immigration Office Visits? Nepal Makes Foreign Travel Records Available Through Nagarik App

Nepal’s Department of Immigration has introduced a new facility allowing citizens to access their international arrival and departure records through the Nagarik App, ending the need to visit immigration offices physically for such details. The digital service aims to make the process more convenient, secure and technology-based while allowing individuals and organisations to use verified travel records from an official platform.

6 days ago4 MIN READ
Everest Story Screens For Nepal
Entertainment

Everest’s Historic Story Returns to Nepal, This Time for a cause as ‘Tenzing’ to Screen in Kathmandu for Bhotekoshi Flood Relief

Apple Original Film Tenzing, which brings the historic first successful ascent of Mount Everest to the screen, is set for a special screening in Kathmandu to support people affected by the devastating Bhotekoshi floods. The British Embassy in Kathmandu is organizing the charity screening, with proceeds set to support the Prime Minister’s Disaster Relief Fund, connecting a story rooted in Nepal’s mountains with communities now recovering from disaster.

Sep 115 MIN READ
Niral Wins Silver For Nepal
Sports

Proving Natural Bodybuilding Can Reach the International Stage, Nepal’s Niral Thapa Wins Silver in Thailand

Nepali fitness athlete Niral Thapa has added an international silver medal in Thailand to a journey that already includes national-level Sports Physique success, professional fitness certification and leadership in Nepal’s calisthenics community. Representing Nepal at the PCA BKK Naturals 2 competition in Bangkok, Thapa’s latest achievement also strengthens the message he has been promoting: athletes can pursue international recognition while remaining committed to natural fitness.

Sep 117 MIN READ
Government Official Alleges Rs 27-Lakh Extortion
Crime

From A Private Relationship To A Criminal Court Case: Rs. 27 Lakh Dispute Lands Woman In Judicial Custody

A 32-year-old woman from Ramechhap has been sent to judicial custody pending trial after a senior government employee alleged that she threatened to expose details of their private relationship and obtained Rs 27 Lakh from him. The woman has denied the allegations, claiming much of the money was given voluntarily or for living expenses, while the case is proceeding under criminal extortion and electronic transaction laws.

Sep 104 MIN READ
Roma Stand Together For Nepal
Sports

Together For Nepal: AS Roma Carry Nepal’s Message Onto The Champions League Stage

AS Roma will carry the World Food Programme logo and “Together for Nepal” message during their Champions League match against Fenerbahçe in Istanbul on September 10, raising global awareness for communities affected by Nepal’s devastating floods and landslides. Roma’s match-worn shirts will later be auctioned to support WFP’s relief efforts, while fans can also contribute through ShareTheMeal.

Sep 103 MIN READ