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2083/84 budget at a glance

The Balen led government, which is almost two-thirds majority government secured in the March 2026 elections, has announced its annual budget 2,124.34 billion on May 29, 2026, as the largest budget in Nepal's history, representing a 25.2 present increase over the revised estimates of the current fiscal year 2082/83.  Most of the financial experts and economic analysts opine that this budget, although optimistic, has broadly, boldly and wisely covered key and major aspects of the national all round development. Huge tax reforms, massive infrastructure allocations, transformative sectoral policies, 7 percent targets on economic growth and inflation capped at 6 percent are the key aspects of the highly optimistic budget. This shows a departure from a decade of political instability toward productive governance. It has included first sovereign AI computing centre, doubling of personal income tax exemption thresholds, 21 percent civil servant salary increases, and restructuring of t...

Enjoy Healthy Life

  7 Basic Health Tips For Your Better Well-Being #1. Prioritize Sleep The most essential part of staying healthy is getting adequate rest. However, this is not always possible due to factors like shift work or caring for a newborn. Life can be unpredictable, but there is always room for improvement. Many people could benefit from better sleep habits, such as establishing a bedtime routine to signal the brain that it is time to wind down. A consistent sleep plan helps regulate our body’s internal clock , which can lead to more energy throughout the day. #2. Exercise Regularly Many people worry about exercising regularly, usually because they approach it negatively. Too often, people see exercise as a punishment for dissatisfaction with their bodies or guilt over their diet choices. This mindset creates a negative association that hampers consistency. #3. Drink More Water and Fewer Sweet Drinks Many people consume a lot of sodas , sweetened juices, sugary coffee drinks, ...

Proud to be Gurkhas

King Charles III of the United Kingdom has applauded the formation of King's Gurkha Artillery unit which was formally established in April 2025.   The King was greeted with a 21-gun salute at the venue and offered with a large traditional flower garland around his neck. He observed the parade being organised to celebrate the creation of the Army's first dedicated Gurkha Artillery Unit . Over the next three years, 400 Gurkha personnel will join the unit. He highly praised the decade old enduring and deeply valued relationship between the United Kingdom and Nepal . During the event, he met military staff and families and posed for an official portrait with the soldiers.     The King's Gurkha Artillery draws upon a long tradition of Gurkha service in artillery roles and continues a tradition of military service to the UK. Source: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cddpd45pl56o

Mahabir Pun- an extraordinary personality

Dr. Mahabir Pun is a well-known social entrepreneur, educator, and activist. He is famous for his ground-breaking work in bringing technology and education to rural populations of the hilly areas of his home village Nangi and surrounding villages in Myagdi district .  Some of his unmatched establishments and achievements to put him in fame: Established the first wireless network in the hilly rural areas: In 2002, he set up a wireless network to connect remote villages in the Himalayas, providing internet access and bridging the digital divide. Founded the Nepal Wireless Networking Project: This project aimed to bring technology and education to rural Nepal, promoting digital literacy and socio-economic development.  Introduced e-learning and telemedicine : His initiatives enabled remote villages to access online educational resources and healthcare services, improving lives and opportunities.  Empowered rural communities: Through his work, Pun has empowered rural...