Fair in Nepal helps students learn more about cultural diversity in country

Mar 04, 2023

The demon deity, the legendary Lakhey is one of the cultural symbols of Newa, the aboriginals of Kathmandu Valley. The flamboyant mask dance performance...

Yomari Punhi- Nepal's harvest festival begins with preparation of delicacies

Dec 30, 2020

Kathmandu [Nepal], December 30 : With the preparation of Yomari, a steaming hot delicacy shaped like a fig, filled with molasses and sesame seeds,...

Nepal's iconic Juju Dhau--King Curd--adapts with time, but tradition at risk

Jul 01, 2025

This delicacy holds a cherished place in the Newa community, particularly during festive seasons, where no celebration feels complete without it. But as time...

Indian Army organises medical camp for villagers in Pulwama's Newa

Nov 17, 2020

Pulwama (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], November 18 : With an aim to provide basic health facilities in far-flung areas, the Indian Army on Tuesday...

Nepal's 'Red God' chariot festival kicks off with traditional rituals

May 01, 2025

The Rato Macchindranath or Bunga Dugh in Newa chariot festival, one of Nepal's most revered festivals, has begun in the ancient town of Patan,...

J-K: 5 kg IED detected, destroyed in Srinagar

Dec 23, 2021

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], December 23 : Averting a major tragedy, the Jammu and Kashmir police found and destroyed approximately 5 kilograms of...