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MCA-Nepal Signs USD 23.66 Million Contracts for Road Maintenance Under MCC Nepal Compact

Kathmandu . Millennium Challenge Account Nepal (MCA-Nepal) has signed two major contracts worth a total of USD 23.66 million for road maintenance and upgrading works under the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) Nepal Compact, marking a significant milestone in strengthening Nepal’s road infrastructure. Of the total amount, a USD 20 million contract has been awarded to […]

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Tourism Photojournalism Training Begins in Rupandehi to Promote Lumbini Province

Rupandehi: A two-day tourism photojournalism training program has commenced in Rupandehi with the aim of strengthening the promotion of tourist destinations in Lumbini Province. The training is being conducted under the Sustainable Tourism Project (STP), jointly implemented by the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). The program is organized in

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World Record-Holding Lyricist and Novelist Dr. D.R. Upadhyay Awarded Honorary Doctorate

Lucknow: World record-holding lyricist and novelist Dr. D.R. Upadhyay has been conferred an honorary doctorate by Europe-based IIEHSR University. The honor was awarded during a special ceremony held in Lucknow, India. Dr. Upadhyay received the honorary Doctor of Literature (D.Litt) degree in recognition of his outstanding contributions to songs and literature. The certificate was presented

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27th Pokhara Street Festival to Be Held from Dec 28 to Jan 1 in Lakeside

Kathmandu: The 27th edition of the Pokhara Street Festival–2082 is set to take place from JDec 28 to Jan 1  (Poush 13–17) in Lakeside, one of Pokhara’s  tourist hubs. Organized by the Restaurant and Bar Association Nepal (REBAN) Pokhara to coincide with the English New Year, the festival will be held along a nearly 3.5-kilometer

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19th Chitwan Elephant and Tourism Festival to Be Held from December 26 to 28

Chitwan: The 19th Chitwan Elephant and Tourism Festival 2025 is set to take place from December 26 to 28 at Sauraha, one of Nepal’s major tourist destinations. The festival is being organized by the Regional Hotel Association Nepal–Chitwan, with co-organization from United Elephant Operation Cooperative Ltd. and the Restaurant and Bar Association Nepal (REBAN), Chitwan.

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Jayā Baral Elected President of Women Tourism Entrepreneurs Network

Kathmandu : Jaya Baral has been unanimously elected as the new president of the Women Tourism Entrepreneurs Network (WTEN), an organization dedicated to empowering women in Nepal’s tourism sector. The decision was made during the Network’s fourth general assembly held on Sunday, which also formed a nine-member executive committee. Under Baral’s leadership, Sharmila Kafle has

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Nepal Food Forum 2025 Concludes with Focus on Youth-Led, Climate-Resilient Agri-Food Systems

Kathmandu: The Nepal Food Forum 2025 (NFF 2025) concluded successfully with a strong emphasis on building inclusive, climate-friendly, and sustainable agri-food systems. The forum highlighted the central role of youth in transforming Nepal’s agriculture sector through innovation, entrepreneurship, and skills development to ensure long-term food security. Jointly organized by the Food and Agriculture Organization of

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Damber Parajuli Reelected EOAN President Unanimously

KATHMANDU: Damber Parajuli has been reelected as president of the Expedition Operators’ Association Nepal (EOAN) through a unanimous vote at the association’s annual general meeting held in the capital. Following his reelection, Parajuli emphasized the need for stronger government priority and protection for Nepal’s mountaineering sector, stating that his leadership will focus on innovation and

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Tourism Sisterhood Nepal Expands Efforts to Boost Women’s Participation in Tourism

Kathmandu . Tourism Sisterhood Nepal Association, a common platform for women active in Nepal’s tourism sector, has intensified initiatives to increase women’s participation and leadership in the industry. Established in 2018, the association has been working to enhance the skills of women engaged in tourism while promoting sustainable and responsible tourism practices. Speaking at an

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Sparkle Entertainment Concludes ‘Miss & Mrs Universal 2025 – Season 4’ with Grand Finale in Kathmandu

Kathmandu. The grand finale of ‘Miss & Mrs Universal 2025 – Season 4’, organized by Sparkle Entertainment, was successfully held at the Nepal Police Club on Exhibition Road in Kathmandu yesterday. The event was a spectacular fusion of beauty, confidence, talent, and inspiration, with all participants delivering outstanding performances. In the Miss category, Prabina Kunwar

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