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Work begins to dredge silt to restore Geruwa River

Bardiya, April 15 -- Authorities have taken initiatives to dredge silt and increase water flow in the Geruwa river, an offshoot of the Karnali. The move comes as conservationists have been raising ala... Read More


In Bardiya, wildlife and farmers hit hard as water sources deplete

Nepal, April 9 -- Until a few years ago, the Khauraha stream was so big people could hardly cross it even in the winter season. But for the past couple of years, the stream, which passes through Thaku... Read More


Punya Prasad's journey: From traditional farmer to a successful entrepreneur

Bhairahawa, March 23 -- Two decades ago, when the Maoist insurgency escalated, it adversely affected Nepal's economic activities, leaving a trail of destruction. Private investors desisted from makin... Read More


Indecision by authorities over felling roadside trees delays four-lane road in Marchawar area

Nepal, Feb. 26 -- The four-lane road in Marchawar of Rupandehi district has been left incomplete since dozens of roadside trees are yet to be cleared. Some trees are right in the middle of the under c... Read More


With no approach road, people use bamboo ladders to access bridge

Bhairahawa, Feb. 25 -- Bridges are generally built so that travellers can cross the streams beneath with little risk. But a suspension bridge over the Tinau river in Marchawar of Rupandehi district is... Read More