Nepal

Rubbish roads: Nepal explores paving with plastic

Nepal's urban areas generate about 5,000 tonnes of solid waste per day, according to the World Bank, of which 13 percent is plastic waste dumped in landfills.

Nepal hikes Mount Everest climbing fee

Income from permit fees and other spending by foreign climbers is a key source of revenue and employment for the cash strapped nation

Nepal, China sign deal on Belt and Road plan, paving way for progress on projects

Nepal and China signed an initial deal in 2017 for President Xi Jinping's Belt and Road Initiative, which aims to build China's infrastructure and trade links with the world.

Forget Bali—These 4 destinations redefine 'bucket list' travel

Discover unique travel experiences with these offbeat destinations. Adventure awaits beyond tourist hotspots!

4 budget-friendly destinations under TK 50,000 for Bangladeshi travellers

Here are 4 top travel destinations you can explore with a roundtrip flight ticket costing less than Tk 50,000.

Why solo travel in Pokhara will change your life (even your views on solo travel)!

Solo travel in Pokhara revealed stunning views, adventure, and self-discovery. From paragliding over mountains to exploring caves and temples, the journey fostered connections with locals, spiritual moments, and lasting memories, enhancing the solo travel experience.

Bangladesh upbeat about defending SAFF title

Bangladesh are upbeat about defending their title of SAFF Women’s Championship as they square off against Nepal in today’s final at the Dasharath Stadium in Kathmandu today, with the match kicking off at 6:45pm Bangladesh time.

Nepalis fear more floods as climate change melts glaciers

Nepal is reeling from its worst flooding in decades after ferocious monsoon rains swelled rivers and inundated entire neighbourhoods in the capital Kathmandu, killing at least 236 people.

Nepal surveys flood wreckage as death toll reaches 192

Deadly floods and landslides are common across South Asia during the monsoon season from June to September, but experts say climate change is making them worse.

September 29, 2024
September 29, 2024

101 dead in Nepal floods after relentless monsoon rains

The Kathmandu valley recorded 240 millimetres (9.4 inches) of rain in the 24 hours to Saturday morning, the country's weather bureau told the Kathmandu Post newspaper.

August 28, 2024
August 28, 2024

Nepal stand between Bangladesh and elusive trophy

The Bangladesh team management will be hoping to field a fully fit squad in the final of SAFF U-20 Championship when the men in red and green take on hosts Nepal at the ANFA complex with a target of winning the elusive title of regional youth championship.

August 26, 2024
August 26, 2024

Bangladesh beat India to move into SAFF U-20 Championship final

Substitute goalkeeper Mohammad Asif saved to crucial penalties in the penalty shootout as Bangladesh made it to the final of SAFF U-20 Championship with a 4-3 win over India in the second semifinal at the ANFA Complex in Lalitpur, Nepal today.

August 22, 2024
August 22, 2024

U-20s look for back-to-back wins

Bangladesh are looking forward to back-to-back wins in the SAFF U-20 Championship when they take on hosts Nepal in Group A’s decisive match at the ANFA Complex in Lalitpur, Nepal today.

July 4, 2024
July 4, 2024

5 most popular hill stations in South Asia

As an elevated town from the nearby plain and valley, hill stations offer a stunning retreat. Away from the chaos of urban hustle and bustle, its clean atmosphere and exclusive nature uplifts one’s physical and mental being.

June 27, 2024
June 27, 2024

In pictures: The mad honey hunters of Nepal

Some experts say floods and landslides can cause habitat loss and shrink the areas where bees can forage for food.

June 16, 2024
June 16, 2024

Tigers’ chance to seal Super 8 spot

Bangladesh will be confident of making it to the Super Eight stage of the Twenty20 World Cup for the first time since 2007 as they square off against winless Nepal in the last match of Group D in the early hours on Monday.

June 11, 2024
June 11, 2024

Not all is lost as Tigers reach St Vincent

The Bangladesh team reached Saint Vincent and the Grenadines on Tuesday for their final two group matches of the ongoing T20 World Cup as they will face the Netherlands on June 13 before taking on Nepal on June 16 at Kingstown.

June 3, 2024
June 3, 2024

Nepal to host SAFF Women's Championship in October 

The regional women's football extravaganza will be held from October 17-30 at Dashrath Stadium in Kathmandu. 

May 23, 2024
May 23, 2024

Nepal bid to include Lamichhane for World Cup despite visa denial

Nepal said Thursday they were still trying to include controversial star Sandeep Lamichhane in their T20 World Cup squad, despite the spin bowler having been denied a US visa.