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Newar community celebrates Nepal Sambat (photos)

Kathmandu, November 2 — In celebration of Nepal Sambat, the Newar community organized a rally in cultural attire this morning in Basantapur, Kathmandu. Nepal Sambat 1145 is being...

Partial influence of western winds across Nepal

Partial influence of western winds across Nepal

Kathmandu, November 2 — There is a partial influence of western and local winds across the country. According to the Meteorological Forecasting Division, on Saturday, the hilly areas of Koshi...
Despite ban, fireworks continue in Kathmandu Valley

Despite ban, fireworks continue in Kathmandu Valley

Kathmandu, November 1 — The trend of setting off firecrackers in celebration has not stopped in Kathmandu Valley during this Tihar festival despite the tight supervision of the security bodies. ...
Five killed in traffic accidents across Nepal

Five killed in traffic accidents across Nepal

Kathmandu, November 1 — Five people have died in traffic accidents across various districts, including Banke, Kavre, Palpa, and Chitwan. In Banke, a motorcycle (number plate Bhe 3 Pa...
Tusker attack in Rautahat claims one life

Tusker attack in Rautahat claims one life

Rautahat, November 1 —  A wild elephant attacked and killed a 70-year-old woman, Pathali Tamang, in the northern region of Phatuwa Bijaypur Municipality while she was sleeping in her home this morning. ...
Three years jail time if found with firecrackers

Three years jail time if found with firecrackers

Kathmandu, November 1 — There will be imprisoned for up to three years and fined up to Rs 30,000 if found transporting and using firecracker products during the Tihar festival.  ...
In pictures: Lakshmi Puja celebrations in USA

In pictures: Lakshmi Puja celebrations in USA

USA — Nepalis living in the United States celebrated Lakshmi Puja with great enthusiasm and devotion. As winter has just begun in the U.S. and Lakshmi Puja fell on Thursday,...
Lakshmi Puja observed in Janakpur (photos)

Lakshmi Puja observed in Janakpur (photos)

Kathmandu, October 31 — Today marks the most colorful day of Tihar, celebrated with Lakshmi Puja in homes across Nepal. As part of this significant festival, devotees are honoring...