Nepal to face Uzbekistan in winner-takes-all clash for AFC Women’s Asian Cup spot

Nepali women celebrate after scoring a goal. (File photo) KATHMANDU: By sweeping past Laos (9‑0) and Sri Lanka (8‑0), Nepal’s women’s national team have moved to within one match of a first AFC Women’s Asian Cup appearance since 1999. The decisive...

Nepal U-16 storms into ACC East Zone Cup final with dominant win over Malaysia

Nepal U16 team celebrate after taking a wicket during the U-16 East Zone Cup. KATHMANDU: Nepal has advanced to the final of the ACC U-16 East Zone Cup Cricket Tournament with a resounding nine-wicket victory over host nation Malaysia. In the...

Nepal Among Investment-Friendly Countries, Immense Opportunities Exist – Prime Minister

Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has stated that Nepal is one of the most favorable countries for investment in South Asia. At an interaction program organized by the Nepali Embassy in Madrid, Spain, with the Spanish and Nepali business communities,...

Nepal one step from Asian Cup Finals after crushing Sri Lanka

By A Staff Reporter,Kathmandu, July 3: Nepal’s women’s football team is just one win away from securing a spot in the AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026 Finals after notching their second straight victory in the qualifiers in Tashkent, Uzbekistan on...

Nepal reaches final of U-16 ACC East Zone Cup, thrashes Malaysia by 9 wickets

KUALA LUMPUR: Nepal has entered the final of the Under-16 ACC East Zone Cup Cricket Tournament. In the match held today in Malaysia, Nepal defeated the host team Malaysia by 9 wickets to secure a spot in the final. Chasing a modest target of 91...

Nepal bundle out Malaysia for 90 runs in U-16 East Zone Cup semi-final

Nepal put in a clinical bowling performance to dismiss Malaysia for just 90 runs in 43.1 overs in the semi-final of the ACC Men’s U16 East Zone Cup 2025 at the Selangor Turf Club in Kuala Lumpur on Thursday. After winning the toss and opting to...

FNCCI President asks Spanish business community to invest in Nepal

KATHMANDU: President of Federation of Nepalese Chamber of Commerce and Industries (FNCCI) Chandra Prasad Dhakal has urged the investors and business community in Spain to make their investment in Nepal with top confidence since Nepal has an...

Over 577,000 tourists visited Nepal in first half of 2025

By A Staff Reporter,Kathmandu, July 3: Nepal welcomed over 577,000 foreign tourists in the past six months of this year. According to Nepal Tourism Board, a total of 577,689 tourists arrived in Nepal during the first six months since January of...

Who is Nepal's viral 'chaiwali', internet's current favourite after Mahakumbh's Monalisa, know why is she making headlines?

A video of a young woman preparing tea for customers has gained rapid popularity on Instagram. Let's know more about this viral chaiwali. In the digital age, a viral moment can transform an ordinary person into an overnight sensation. Earlier this...

The psychology and culture behind corruption in Nepal

Representative image These days, it is almost impossible to go through newspapers without glancing at topics related to bribery, financial misconduct and malfeasance. From print media to online portals, from tea-shop chats to formal gatherings,...

Unified Socialist seeks clarification from Jhakri; discusses case against Chair Nepal

KATHMANDU: The CPN (Unified Socialist) has sought a formal clarification from Standing Committee member Ram Kumari Jhakri. Following the party’s Secretariat meeting held on Thursday at its Aloknagar office, Vice-Chairperson Jagannath Khatiwada...

Malaysia sets Nepal U-16 a target of 91 runs in East Zone Cup Semifinal

KUALA LUMPUR: In the semifinals of the ACC Men’s U-16 East Zone Cup 2025, Malaysia has set a target of 91 runs for defending champions Nepal. Batting first after losing the toss, Malaysia was all out for 90 runs in 43.1 overs at the Selangor Turf...

Nepal women eye the final battle after two sweeping victories

Nepal registered their second consecutive win in the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Qualifiers at Milliyy Stadium in Uzbekistan on Wednesday, defeating Sri Lanka 8-0. It was yet another comprehensive victory for Nepal after trouncing Laos 9-0 on Sunday. On...

Nepal set for U-16 semi-final clash with Malaysia

U-16 cricket team of Nepal/File photo KATHMANDU: The Nepali cricket team is set to take on Malaysia in the first semi-final of the ACC Men’s U-16 East Zone Cup today. The match will be held at the Selangor Turf Club in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, and...

Why biofuels are vital for Nepal

The role of biofuel has become critical in energy transformation, with increased international action to address climate change and to provide sustainable energy sources. Derived from organic materials like crops, crop residues and waste products,...

GCF approves US$36.1 million grant to Nepal

By A Staff Reporter,Kathmandu, July 3: The Green Climate Fund (GCF) has approved a US $36.1 million grant to help Nepal reduce the growing threat of glacial lake outburst floods (GLOFs), a major and accelerating climate risk in the Himalayas. The...

Nepal to Shoal Bay: Roop and Laxmi Pun's journey to Zenith Cafe, Restaurant and Bar

India reviews anti-dumping duty on jute imports from Bangladesh, Nepal

The review was initiated by India's Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR), which operates under India's Ministry of Commerce, after receiving a request from the Jute Mills Association and the AP Mesta Twine Mills Association, representing...

Nepal News Evening Briefing | Wednesday, July 2, 2025

KATHMANDU: Stay informed with Nepal News’ daily evening briefing, covering the most significant developments from Nepal and around the world. From politics and economy to sports, entertainment, and culture, we bring you a concise summary of the...

After Mahakumbh's Monalisa, this pretty 'Chai Wali' from Nepal goes viral

In the age of the Internet, a viral moment can make a random person an overnight star. Earlier this year, Monalisa Bhonsle, a girl who was selling garlands at the Mahakumbh Mela in Pragyaraj, went viral for her beauty, and her fortunes changed...