Maoist Bandh Affecting Different Parts of Country
As predicted, the maoist bandh has struck the country today (November 11, 2013) opposing to the CA Election that is going to be held on November 19, 2013 (Mangsir 4, 2070).
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Excitement of Nhu Daya Bhintuna 1134 & Mha Puja!
Today, the fourth day of Tihar, saw some of the events that are looked forward to during the festival. Along with Gobardhan Puja, Mha Puja and the arrival of the new year Nepal Sambat 1134 were also observed throughout the country.
Help Linkin Park Provide Biogas For Nepali Village
Popular American rock band Linkin Park are all set to provide clean energy to a Nepali village. It will be joint venture of their non-profit organisation Music For Relief (MFR) and World Wildlife Fun (WWF). The Grammy winning group are also giving a chance to their fans to see performance in Las Vegas in January
Shesh Ghale: New NRNA President
Sesh Ghale based on Australia has been elected as presidential of the Non-Resident Nepali Association (NRNA) on Monday.
TexasNepal Wishes You Happy Dashain!
One of the biggest festivals of the country, Dashain has begun from today with observance of Ghatasthapana. So, the entire team of TexasNepal would like to wish you all a very Happy Vijaya Dashami.
Dashain Begins With Observance of Ghatasthapana
Ghatasthapana, the first day of one of the country’s biggest festivals Dashain has begun from today (October 5, 2013). This day is observed by Hindus sowing seeds for jamara at homes and temples.
Anup Bikram Shahi Wins ProStyle Manhunt Int’l Nepal
The grand finale of ProStyle Manhunt International Nepal took place on September 28, 2013 (Asoj 12, 2070) at Army Officers’ Club, Sundhara and 28-year-old Anup Bikram Shahi was declared as the winner.
Al Jazeera’s Story on ‘Kamlaris’
News channel Al Jazeera covers a story on ‘Kamlari’- a social evil that forces young girls to work in middle class homes in different parts of Nepal.
US DV Lottery For 2015 Opens From Oct 1
The US Diversity Visa lottery program for the year 2015 is set to begin on October 1. According to a press statement issued by the US Embassy in Kathmandu on Tuesday, the application period for the DV program opens at noon, Eastern Standard Time, October 1, 2013, and closes at noon, Eastern Standard Time, November 2, 2013.
Miss Nepal Ishani Enters Miss World’s Top 15
Congratulations to Miss Nepal Ishani Shrestha who has made us proud by entering the final rounds of ‘Miss World-2013’ being organised at Indonesia. And our excitement doesn’t end just there as Shrestha has also grabbed the title of ‘Beauty with Purpose’ while making her way to final 15!
Heartbreaking Story of Nepalese Workers in Qatar
Here’s a heartwrenching story of Nepalese workers in Qatar. With no provision of required facilities, they are forced to work for no pay as the World Cup host country prepares for the tournament.
Biggest Celebration of Nepali Music- 17th Hits FM Music Awards
The biggest musical extravaganza of the year finally took place! Hero 17th Hits FM Music Awards 2070 was held on Friday (20th Sept 2013) at Army Officers Club, Sundhara and once again it was a big milestone for Hits Nepal Pvt. Ltd, the organisers of the event.
Bandh Enforcers Torch Up Local Bus With Passengers On Board
The banda enforcers affiliated to the 33-party alliance torched a passenger bus for defying banda in Dhulikhel, on Sunday morning (September 15, 2013). According to police, passengers of the bus, however, managed to escape unharmed before a fire engulfed the bus.
World’s Oldest Man Dies At Age 112
Salustiano Sanchez-Blazquez, the world´s oldest man, hailing from western New York, has died at the age of 112. He passed away at a nursing home in Grand Island, New York.
17th Hits FM Music Awards Ready To Hit Big
The biggest celebration of Nepali music is approaching nearer! Hero 17th Hits FM Music Awards 2070 is happening on September 20, 2013, Friday at Army Officers’ Club, Sundhara.
Vote Ishani For Miss World Multimedia
Help Miss Nepal Ishani Shrestha with her chance to win Miss World Multimedia. According to Miss World-Nepal Facebook page, Miss World pageant is judging the Multimedia awards today (September 12, 2013). So let us vote for her!
Nepali Music Great Phatteman Passes Away
Veteran singer and musician Phatteman Rajbhandari passed away at the age of 77 at 12:30 on Monday morning (September 9, 2013).
New 100-Rupee Note Featuring Lumbini
In the midst of controversy surrounding the Hindi TV series Buddha, the Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has introduced a 100-rupee Nepali note that features Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Buddha.
Maoists Call Bandh in Kathmandu, Gorkha And Chitwan
UCPN (Maoist) has announced bandh in the three districts – Kathmandu Valley, Chitwan and Gorkha – protesting the arrest of their cadre Ram Prasad Adhikari in connection with the murder of Krishna Prasad Adhikari of Fujel, Gorkha on Saturday (August 7, 2013).
Telling Tales; New TV Show ‘Maile Je Bhogey’
Antenna Foundation Nepal has come up with a new television show called Maile Je Bhogey which is being hosted by veteran actor/comedian Hari Bansha Acharya.