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The Rising Nepal: Nepal’s Premier English-Language Government Daily

by Rajan Neupane

The Rising Nepal is Nepal’s oldest and most authoritative English-language daily newspaper published by the Gorkhapatra Corporation, a state-owned media house. Launched in 1965, the paper plays a critical role in promoting government policies, informing the public, and serving the English-speaking population of Nepal and beyond. Quick Facts Name: The Rising Nepal Language: English Type:

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Gorkhapatra: Nepal’s Oldest and Most Iconic Newspaper

by Rajan Neupane

Gorkhapatra (गोरखापत्र), meaning “The Gorkha Paper,” is Nepal’s oldest and most historically significant national newspaper. Established in 1901, it holds a prominent place in the media landscape of Nepal and continues to be a critical voice in the dissemination of public information. Quick Facts About Gorkhapatra Founded: May 6, 1901 (Baisakh 24, 1958 B.S.) Founder:

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