Some stories begin quietly in the corners of small towns but end up shining on the world’s grandest stages. Alina Yary, a proud daughter of Nepalgunj, Banke, embodies such a journey. A story of courage, compassion, and unshakable dreams that has now brought her to the spotlight of Miss Universe Nepal 2025. Born and raised…

Nepalese households and businesses, the cost of living just got a little heavier. The Nepalese rupee (NPR) has plunged to an all-time low against the US dollar (USD), trading at around NPR 142.21 per USD, sparking concerns across the economy. Historically, the NPR has been pegged to the Indian rupee, which itself has fluctuated against…

From “Dashain Insect” to “Helicopter Bug” What Do You Call It? When summer warms the villages and towns of Nepal, a tiny, shimmering flyer captures everyone’s attention. Locals have many names for it: Dashain Kira (Dashain insect), Singing Kira, Jhyalingcha, Helicopter Kira, or even Sun Kira. In the scientific world, this magical insect is known…