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People enjoying Dashain by playing on traditional bamboo swings, celebrating the festival with joy and togetherness.
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Why Do We Celebrate Dashain? The Story Behind Nepal’s Biggest Festival

Oct 16, 202617 MIN READ

How Safe Is the Water You Drink Every Day?

A national survey found E. coli contamination in drinking water at the point of use among 60.4% of the household population represented by the water quality indicator. Public health tests also detected fecal contamination in parts of Kathmandu, while 589 KUKL monitoring records reviewed showed satisfactory results. The findings raise concerns about leaking pipelines, household storage, and whether water remains safe from its source to the glass.

Oct 14
People collecting water in jars, highlighting growing concerns over how safe the water really is.

Nepal Returns to UN Human Rights Council With 173 Votes, But What Comes Next?

Nepal has been elected to the United Nations Human Rights Council for the 2027–2029 term, securing 173 votes and tying with Kuwait for the highest vote count in the Asia-Pacific group. This will mark Nepal's third term on the Council, giving the country another opportunity to contribute to global human rights discussions while taking on greater responsibility to uphold human rights standards.

Oct 14
Nepal Secures Third UNHRC Term

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Nepal Announces New Football League

Nepal Football League Announced: Seven Clubs Ready for a New Era of Professional Football

A new franchise-based competition, the Nepal Football League (NFL), has been announced with plans to begin on February 13, 2027, featuring seven existing city-based clubs and potentially more teams. Led by NFL President Kalyan Gurung, the proposed competition aims to strengthen professional football in Nepal through a longer season and home-and-away matches, subject to stadium availability and necessary approvals.

Oct 163 MIN READ

From World Champion to ‘Doctor’: Messi Receives UBA’s Highest Honor

Lionel Messi has received an honorary doctorate from the University of Buenos Aires, the institution’s highest honorary distinction, recognising his extraordinary football career and the values he represented while playing for Argentina. The award was presented on October 6 at the Argentine Football Association’s training complex in Ezeiza, shortly before his farewell appearance for the national team.

Oct 7
Messi Receives UBA Honorary Doctorate

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Nepal’s Firiri Crosses 50,000 Users Within Two Months Of Launch As Multi Service Digital Platform Expands

Firiri Crosses 50,000 Users Within Two Months Of Launch In Nepal

Nepal-developed digital platform Firiri has crossed 50,000 users within two months of launching its services. The platform currently brings together ride, delivery, food, grocery, marketplace, hotel, vehicle rental, real estate, employment, entertainment, and learning services, with plans to expand to more cities and areas across Nepal.

Oct 42 MIN READ
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Nepali Film ‘Gauthali’ Director Dr. Kapil Rijal Wins Best Director Award in France
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Nepali Film ‘Gauthali’ Director Dr. Kapil Rijal Wins Best Director Award in France

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Nepali Film ‘Gauthali’ Director Dr. Kapil Rijal Wins Best Director Award in France

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