Janakpurdham turns radiant with lights, devotion and festivity for Chhath (kh 27/10/2025)

Samachakewa festival begins in Mithila (rep 27/10/2025)

Chhath festival celebrated with offerings to the setting sun [Photo Feature], by Bikram Rai (nn 27/10/2025)

Muktinath Temple overwhelmed with surge of visitors, by Hari Krishna Sharma (rn 26/10/2025)

Chhath preparations in full swing across Janakpur (kh 23/10/2025), Janakpur gears up for Chhath celebrations (rep 23/10/2025), Unveiling the essence of Chhath, by Bishnu Chandra Nepali (ae 24/10/2025), Chhath festival formally begins in Mithila (kh 25/10/2025), Janakpurdham ponds illuminated and decorated for Chhath festival (kh 26/10/2025), Chhath: Understanding the Festival Beyond Rituals, by Jivesh Jha (rep 26/10/2025)

Bhai Tika today; auspicious hour at 11:39 AM (kh 23/10/2025), Balgopaleshwar Temple in Ranipokhari opens today (kh 23/10/2025), Nepalis celebrate Bhai Tika today (nn 23/10/2025), Tihar’s most important day, Bhai Tika today (rep 23/10/2025)

Nepal Sambat: The identity of the country, by Basanta Maharjan (nn 22/10/2025)

Centuries-old Tihar traditions fade in Sudurpashchim and Karnali villages : Once a celebration of sibling bonds and village culture, the iconic deuda songs now struggle to survive amid modern music trends, by Menuka Dhungana (kp 22/10/2025)

Tihar: Gai Puja, Goru Puja observed today (kh 22/10/2025), Gai Puja today : The cow is revered as mata or mother by Hindus and is sacred to them (rep 22/10/2025), Mha Puja being observed today : It also falls on the Newari New Year, which is based on the Newar calendar, Nepal Sambat. Mha Puja literally refers to self-worship, making offerings to one’s body (rep 22/10/2025)

Tihar’s trilogy: sweet oranges, gambling, and gathering, by Leela Nath Ghimire (nn 21/10/2025)

Tihar exodus: Half a million expected to leave Kathmandu Valley (nn 21/10/2025)

Mha Puja has adapted, but its essence remains : It is a self-worship ritual that marks the beginning of Nepal Sambat and focuses on honouring one’s body, mind, and life, though modern lifestyles and distance have changed how it is observed, by Sanskriti Pokharel (kp 21/10/2025)

Laxmi Puja being observed today (kh 20/10/2025), Laxmi Puja: The night of celebration of wealth, faith, and light (nn 20/10/2025)

Kukur Tihar being celebrated today (kh 20/10/2025), Nepal Police celebrates Kukur Tihar with service dogs (kh 20/10/2025), Kukur Tihar: Nepal’s celebration of loyalty and love for dogs (nn 20/10/2025)

Culture Beyond the Border: From Roots Learning to Global Influence, by Shivam Kumar Sah (nn 20/10/2025)

Kaag Tihar being observed today (kh 19/10/2025)

Tihar: Festival Of Lights And Sibling Bond, by Binu Shrestha (rn 17/10/2025), Tihar festival begins today (kh 18/10/2025), Tihar festival commences with Kaag Tihar today (rep 18/10/2025)

Dashain concludes, Sakhiya dance continues in Tharu community, by Santosh Dahit (rn 02/10/2025)

Bijaya Dashami being celebrated today (kh 02/10/2025), The Gods’ Dashain, by Shyam Bhatta (nn 02/10/2025)

That intimate Dashain, this digital Dashain, by Leela Nath Ghimire (nn 01/10/2025)

Once-a-year opening: Taleju Temple welcomes devotees on Nawami [Photo Feature], b y Bikram Rai (nn 01/10/2025)

Khokana residents mark Sikali Jatra (kh 27/09/2025)

We’ve all heard Dashain mantras, but do we know what they mean? From ‘Ayu Drona Sute’ to ‘Jayanti, Mangala, Kali, Bhadrakali, Kapalini’, the mantras embody values of strength, wisdom, unity, and compassion, by Reeva Khanal (kp 26/09/2025)

Changing traditions: Dashain across generations, by Shreya Shrestha (ae 23/09/2025)

Dashain festival begins; Ghatasthapana today (kh 22/09/2025), Dashain exodus begins as thousands leave Kathmandu for home (kh 22/09/2025)

Chepang community celebrating Nwangi festival today (rep 07/09/2025)

Gaura festival begins in Sudurpashim Province (kh 28/08/2025)

Indra Jatra 2025 schedule announced (kh 25/08/2025)

Changing taste of Teej: Tradition meets trend on the Dar table, by Upendra Lamichhane (rep 25/08/2025)

Tharus celebrating Aatwari festival today, by Aatwari (rep 24/08/2025)

Teej: Mix Of Tradition And Aesthetics, by Pragya Gautam (rn 22/08/2025)

Time To Redefine Haritalika Teej, by Byanjana Sharma (rn 21/08/2025)

Day Of Fasting And Faith, by Dixya Poudel (rn 20/08/2025)

Youths participating in traditional village worship (rn 20/08/2025)

Angst of upcoming festivals : Let’s start a serious debate about reforming the ancient methods of celebrating our festivals, by Mitra Pariyar (kp 19/08/2025)

Twelve years, one sacred dance : Carried forward by generations of the Putuwar community, the Akash Bhairav dance blends fear, devotion, and discipline, by Prasant Mali (kp 07/08/2025)

Devotees flock to Patan’s Krishna Mandir to mark janmashtami (kh 16/08/2025)

Thecho’s Newa community celebrates Mataya Jatra with tradition and satire : With vibrant performances and satire on migration and leadership, the annual Jatra connects past heritage with today’s social concerns, by Prasant Mali (kp 12/08/2025)

Gaijatra festival being observed today (kh 10/08/2025), Gaijatra festival celebrated across Kathmandu Valley (Photos) (kh 10/08/2025), Gaijatra Celebration (Photo Feature) (rn 10/08/2025)

Janai Purnima festival being observed today (kh 09/08/2025) [A festival exclusively for male Tagadhari, i.e. male Bahun and Chhetri, who make up about 15 percent of the Nepalese population!], Devotees flock to Gosaikunda for holy Janai Purnima bath (kh 09/08/2025)

Palpa keeps alive 206-year-old Bhagawati Jatra commemorating Nepali victory over British forces : The historical festival born from Colonel Ujir Singh Thapa’s battlefield vow, commemorates Nepal’s triumph at Jitgadhi Fort in 1815, by Madhab Aryal (kp 04/08/2025)

Lakhe Dance begins in eastern hilly districts (rn 29/07/2025)

Guru Purnima being observed today (kh 10/07/2025)

Asare tradition dwindling, by Kabiraj Ghimire (rn 02/07/2025)

25-day Kaligandaki conservation trek concludes at Damodar Kunda, by Harikrishna Sharma (rn 02/07/2025)

Bhume festival being celebrated today (kh 15/06/2025)

A million mantras in Mustang : Monks attend the Lo Monlam Chenmo prayer vigil dedicated to the birth and enlightenment of the Buddha, by Sonia Awale (nt 13/06/2025)

Muslims across Nepal celebrating Eid al-Adha (Photo Feature) (rep 07/06/2025)

Bhoto Jatra being celebrated today (rep 01/06/2025)

Gosainkunda fair begins today (kh 27/05/2025)

Devotees begin arriving for special Gosainkunda fair (kh 25/05/2025)

Rato Matsyendranath: A Historical and Cultural Exploration of Patan and Bungamati, by Vidhu Prakash Kayastha (rep 14/05/2025)

Lumbini celebrates Buddha Jayanti with special ceremonies (kh 12/05/2025)

Buddha Jayanti, Ubhauli festivals draw crowds in Boudhanath (Photo Feature) (rep 12/05/2025)

Divine chariot : Patan’s Rato Matsyendranath procession is an intergenerational and transboundary festival, by Dangya Lamsal (nt 09/05/2025)

‘Thachyang’ – The Himalayan tradition of freedom from social bonds (kh 06/05/2025)

A town in step with its ancestors : For centuries, the people of Banepa have celebrated the Chandeshwari Jatra, a festival that blends devotion, history and community pride, by Reeva Khanal (kp 03/05/2025)

Madhyapur Thimi comes alive with colorful Sindur Jatra (kh 15/04/2025)

Ram Nawami being observed today (kh 06/04/2025)

Muslim community celebrates Eid-ul-Fitr with prayers and festivities (In pictures) (kh 31/03/2025)

In Kathmandu, Holi celebration is becoming more civilised, police say : Police say they didn’t come across any untoward incidents during the festival in the Valley (kp 14/03/2025)

Fagu in Madhes culture, by Ram Dayal Rakesh (ae 13/03/2025)

Holi in Nepal: Colours, crowds, and cultural traditions : The festival, rooted in mythology, marks the victory of good over evil and fosters a sense of camaraderie, by Amrit R Shakya (kp 13/03/2025)

Holi officially begins with the erection of Holi chir in Basantapur (kh 07/03/2025)

Religious dispute in Pokhara: Clashes erupt over Kotihom event, at least 13 injured (kh 07/03/2025)

Holy month of Ramadan begins today (rep 02/03/2025)

Sherpa community celebrating Gyalpo Losar today (kh 28/02/2025)

Magar National Unity Day observed today (kh 27/02/2025)

Mahashivaratri being observed across the country today (kh 26/02/2025), Mahashivaratri: Devotion, prayer, and rituals : Dedicated to Lord Shiva, the festival sees thousands of devotees gather at Pashupatinath Temple, celebrating the Hindu god, by Amrit R Shakya (kp 26/02/2025), Colourful Shivaratri celebration on jampacked Pashupati premises : More than 400,000 people including sadhus, devotees and onlookers estimated to have visited the temple area on Wednesday (kp 27/02/2025)

Maha Shivaratri in Mithila, by Ram Dayal Rakesh (ae 25/02/2025)

Saraswati puja: Worshipping for knowledge and wisdom : Also known as Basanta Panchami or Shree Panchami, the festival brings people together with prayers, music, and rituals, by Amrit R Shakya (kp03/02/2025)

Pokhara to host Daai festival from today (kh 19/01/2025)

Magar and Chantyal communities joyfully celebrate Maghe Sankranti (kh 14/01/2025), Maghe Sankranti: A celebration of harmony : From early morning rituals at temples to enjoying traditional delicacies, this festival unites Nepal’s diverse communities, by Amrit R Shakya (kp 14/01/2025)

Melody of Makar Sankranti in Madhes, by Ram Dayal Rakesh (ae 13/01/2025)

Tharu community to celebrate 2-day Maghi festival in Tundikhel (kh 10/01/2025)

More than just holidays : The hallmark of an inclusive state is recognising and celebrating differences, by Deepak Thapa (kp 09/01/2025)

Happy ‘English New Year!’ : The popularity of ‘English New Year’ in Nepal reflects the association of English with modernity and progress, by Abhi Subedi (kp 05/01/2025)

Gurung community celebrates Tamu Losar (Photo Feature) (rep 30/12/2024)

The Winter Festival Of Yomari Punhi, by Amrit R Shakya (14/12/2024)

Gadhimai Again : Every five years, the mass animal sacrifice in a tiny village in Nepal pits activists against devotees, by Chandra Kishore (nt 06/12/2024), Animal activists rescue hundreds of animals at Nepal-India border, preventing their sacrifice at Gadhimai festival (rep 11/12/2024)

Outmigration and declining participation threaten a Mithila tradition : Sama Chakeva is a ten-day festival celebrating sibling bond to ward off evil, by Aarati Ray (kp 11/11/2024)

Chhath observers feel overlooked by Kathmandu : The closure of Ranipokhari pond for Chhath puja, and the single-day holiday leave many Chhath devotees feeling unhappy (kp 07/11/2024) [Nepal is a Khas Arya state. Madheshis are tolerated at best!]

The ritualisation of collective memories : As festivals become cultural practices with prescribed rituals, their socio-economic origins are forgotten, by CK Lal (kp 06/11/2024)

Celebration of Tihar festival: For the promotion of social and cultural bonhomie, by Jiba Raj Pokharel (ht 06/11/2024)

Ponds being decorated for Chhath festival (kh 04/11/2024)

Nepal Sambat 1145 being observed today (Photos) (kh 02/11/2024), Nepal Sambat 1145 begins today : People from the Newar community to observe Mha Puja in the evening (kp 02/11/2024), Newa community celebrates Nepal Sambat New Year 1145 : Traditional attire and cultural performances highlight the Bhintuna rally in Basantapur Durbar Square (kp 02/11/2024)

No Tihar celebration today (kh 01/11/2024), Newar community in Bhaktapur celebrating Mha puja today, Bhai Tika tomorrow (kh 01/11/2024)

Kaag Tihar being observed today (kh 30/10/2024), Laxmi Puja and Kukur Tihar being observed today (kh 31/10/2024)

My black Dashain ‘tika’ : It’s a symbolic protest against the anti-Dalit rituals and customs, by Mitra Pariyar (kp 29/10/2024)

Unveiling the essence of Chhath: Review of ‘Beneath The Sun’, by Bindesh Dahal (ae 24/10/2024) [book review]

Harmony of music and light : The Pisi festival is observed with street processions where people play traditional instruments and light sacred wicks, preserving a centuries-old custom, by Timila Maharjan (kp 18/10/2024)

Kathmandu Valley experiences increased activity following Dashain celebrations (kh 15/10/2024)

50,000 goats, 3,000 buffaloes will be offered for Goddess in Kathmandu during Dashain (rn 11/10/2024) [The animals will certainly not enjoy this!]

Everybody is heading home : What exactly is home and where is it for me or anyone else for that matter?, by CK Lal (kp 09/10/2024) ["The 10 days of Dashain is the biggest celebration of the hegemonic Khas-Arya community, hence sometimes termed as the ‘national festival’ of Nepal."]

Over 100,000 people depart Kathmandu daily for Dashain (kh 09/10/2024)

Navaratri: Power Lies Within Ourselves, by Namrata Sharma (rn 09/10/2024)

Dashain festival : Festival of Unity (sp 04/10/2024)

Dashain festival begins, Ghatasthapana today (kh 03/10/2024)

Kites over Kathmandu sky : Clear blue sky and gentle westerlies signal the arrival of kite flying season, by Prawash Gautam (kp 03/10/2024)

Sohra Shraddha Ritual : Paying Homage To The Deceased Parents, by Namrata Sharma (rn 25/09/2024)

1.8 million people expected to leave Kathmandu Valley during this festive season (kh 24/09/2024)

Yeṃ Yāḥ : Kathmandu’s Great Autumn Festival that celebrates the rain god for a bountiful rice harvest, by Alok Siddhi Tuladhar (nt 20/09/2024)

Indrajatra festival begins in Kathmandu today (kh 15/09/2024), Indrajatra being observed today (kh 17/09/2024)

Rehearsal of Mahakali dance for Indra Jatra begins (rn 14/09/2024)

Indra Jatra: A Festival Of Unity And Delight, by Manjari Pradhan Shrestha (rn 13/09/2024)

Atwari Festival being observed in Western Tarai (rn 08/09/2024)

Teej festival being observed across the country (kh 06/09/2024), The splendor of Teej at Pashupati (Photos) (kh 06/09/2024)

Kushe Aunshi, Father’s Day being observed today (kh 02/09/2024)

Maiti Nepal organizes Teej celebration (With Pictures) (rep 01/09/2024)

Traditional ‘falo’ celebration kicks off in lower Mustang : Hundreds of locals from Thakali and other communities and tourists will attend the two-day ‘falo’ celebration also known as Thini Bhadau, by Arjun Poudel (kp 31/08/2024)

Khwopa Lakhe reintroduced after 90 years : After months of practice and preparations, Ranjitkar Samaj officially resumed the long-lost Lakhe dance. This year, the dance will be performed for two days on the occasion of Indra Jatra, by Timila Maharjan (kp 31/08/2024)

Gunla: A Sacred Pilgrimage In Valley, by Sushma Maharjan (rn 30/08/2024)

Shri Krishna Janmastami being observed today (kh 26/08/2024), Krishna Mandir bustles with devotees for Janmashtami (kh 26/08/2024), Krishna Janmashtami celebration (Photo Feature) (rn 26/08/2024)

Gaijatra festival being observed today (kh 20/08/2024), Gaijatra celebration in Kathmandu (Photo Feature) (rn 20/08/2024), IN PICS: Newar community celebrates Gai Jatra festival across Kathmandu Valley, by Chirayu Shakya (kh 20/08/2024)

Janai Purnima festival being celebrated today (rep 19/08/2024) [A festival exclusively for the minority of male Khas Arya who constitute about 15 per cent of the population!]

A month of good deeds and service : Gunla, a sacred month observed mainly by the Buddhist Newa community, blends spirituality, cultural traditions and practices that encourage good deeds, collective harmony, and environmental well-being, by Timila Maharjan (kp 16/08/2024)

Bakra Eid celebrations at Jame Masjid (In Photos), by Dipesh Darsandhari (rep 17/06/2024)

Magar community celebrates Bhumya Festival In pictures (rn 15/06/2024)

Cultural significance of Sithi Nakha, by Roshan Maharjan and Bhindya Twa (rep 12/06/2024)

Phalelung convenes multi-cultural festival : The annual event started last year with the aim of exploring and documenting ancient histories of various genres of art, culture, and traditions, by Laxmi Gautam (kp 02/06/2024)

2568th Buddha Jayanti being observed today (kh 23/05/2024)

Ubhauli festival being celebrated today (kh 23/05/2024)

Rato Machhindranath Jatra commences in colorful display (in pics) (kh 12/05/2024)

Maha Kumbha Mela underway in Sunsari, by Gopi Krishna Dhungana (ae 06/05/2024), Around 4 million pilgrims attend Chataradham Mahakumbha Mela (kh 11/05/2024)

Seto Machhindranath Jatra: Kathmandu’s grand chariot festival begins with pomp and devotion (kh 16/04/2024), Seto Machhindranath Jatra: Women’s power comes on display on Friday (with photos), by Chirayu Shakya (kh 19/04/2024), Kathmandu’s gravity-defying chariot festival : The procession of Karunāmaya this week is full of hidden pragmatism and teachings of the Buddha, by Alok Siddhi Tuladhar (nt 19/04/2024)

Maha Kumbha In Barahkshetra: A Sacred Festival In Sacred Koshi (Kaushiki) River : The Maha Kumbha in Barahkshetra is a revered festival that takes place in the sacred Koshi (Kaushiki) River, by Keshab Poudel (sp 12/04/2024). Over 200,000 devotees throng Maha Kumbha Mela at Barahakshetra (rep 20/04/2024)

Muslim community observing Eid-ul-Fitr today (kh 11/04/2024)

Vibrant Biska special program unfolds at Bhaktapur Durbar Square (With Photos) (kh 08/04/2024)

Holi, festival of colours, being observed in Terai today (kh 25/03/2024)

Chir erected in Basantapur marking the beginning of Holi Festival (with photos), by Chirayu Shakya (17/03/2024), Enhanced security measures implemented in Kathmandu Valley for safe Holi celebration : 900 police personnel to be mobilized, checkpoints at more than 90 locations (kh 23/03/2024), Holi, festival of colors, being observed today (kh 24/03/2024(), Holi: 3,000 security personnel deployed in Kathmandu (kh 24/03/2024), Holi 2024: What is the festival of colours and why is it celebrated? (kh 24/03/2024), Holi 2024: Enhanced traffic checks to ensure safe celebrations in the capital (kh 24/03/2024), Kathmandu embraces the vibrant hues of Holi celebration (in pics) (kh 24/03/2024), In pictures: Holi celebration at Basantapur (rn 24/03/2024)

Holi, the Mithila way : The annual Mithila Madhyamik Parikrama in Janakpur draws devotees from Nepal and India for a 133km pilgrimage, by Aarati Ray (kp 24/03/2024)

Ramadan to commence from Tuesday (kh 11/03/2024)

Mithila Madhyamik Parikrama commences: A journey of spiritual significance (kh 10/03/2024)

PADT gears up for Mahashivaratri celebrations (kh 05/03/2024), PADT anticipates 2 million pilgrims at Pashupatinath Temple this Maha Shivaratri (rep 05/03/2024), Thousands flock to Pashupatinath Temple for Maha Shivaratri celebrations : 2 million people expected to visit the temple during the festival period (kh 08/03/2024), Maha Shivaratri celebrations at Pashupatinath Temple (Photos), by Chirayu Shakya (kh 08/03/2024), Maha Shivaratri draws over 400,000 devotees to Pashupatinath so far (kh 08/03/2024)

Nepal Federation of Indigenous Nationalities organizing Indigenous Cultural Fair in Chitwan (kh 03/03/2024)

Month-long Swasthani Bratakatha begins today (kh 25/01/2024)

Limbu community celebrating Kakphekwa Tangnam festival today (kh 15/01/2024)

Delicacies and rituals of Maghi : The Tharu community, especially those residing in the western regions of the country, celebrate the festival with diverse food and activities, by Sanju Paudel (kp 15/01/2024), Glimpses of Maghe Sankranti festival celebration in Tundikhel (Photo Feature) (rep 15/01/2024), Maghe Sankranti: 11 injured in stampede in Tundikhel (kh 15/01/2024)

In Pictures: Rai community celebrates Sakela festival, by Rajib Khatri (rep 06/01/2024)

Kumal community to mark Maghe Sankranti festival in Golaghat (kh 05/01/2024)