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Nepal Completes Historic UN ECOSOC Presidency: Key Achievements from Leading a Major UN Organ

NEW YORK — Nepal has successfully completed its one-year presidency of the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) for the 2025–2026 session, marking the first time in the 80-year

Nepal Marks End of UN ECOSOC Presidency With Call for Global Solidarity, Inclusive Development

Ambassador Lok Bahadur Thapa, Nepal’s permanent representative to the United Nations and outgoing president of the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC), called for reinforced global solidarity and inclusive multilateralism during

Family, Community Members Gather in New York for Funeral of Nepali American Soldier Killed in Texas Training Incident

More than 200 mourners gathered Monday in New York to honor Sgt. Sunil Thapa, a 25-year-old U.S. Army soldier of Nepali descent who died from a gunshot wound to the

Fireworks Light Up NYC Skyline on Fourth of July

Fireworks illuminate the Manhattan skyline during the annual Independence Day celebration on Friday night, drawing thousands of spectators to the East River waterfront. The Macy’s Fourth of July Fireworks display,

Nepali Community Celebrates Second Annual Nepal Day in New Jersey Fair Lawn

The local Nepali community celebrated its second annual Nepal Day with a cultural festival on Saturday, drawing a large crowd of Nepali Americans from across New Jersey and New York

In Pictures: Nepali Community Fills Manhattan Streets for Nepal Day Parade

The annual Nepal Day Parade returned to Manhattan on Sunday, drawing more than 40 organizations to celebrate its 10th anniversary with a vibrant display of culture, unity, and identity. Organizers

Nepali Community Media Khasokhas Marks 14th Anniversary in NYC, Emphasizes Role in Informing and Empowering Community

Nepali community media outlet Khasokhas celebrated its 14th anniversary on May 3 with community leaders, journalists, supporters, advertisers and well-wishers, coinciding with World Press Freedom Day. This year’s anniversary theme

Nepali Designers Showcase Collections at New York Fashion Week

Nepali and Nepali-American designers highlighted cultural heritage and personal identity during the New York Fashion Week (NYFW) Fall/Winter 2026 collections this February, joining a global lineup of established luxury houses

In Photos: A Historic New Era Begins with Zohran Mamdani’s Inauguration as NYC Mayor

On January 1, 2026, amid freezing temperatures and a light dusting of snow, tens of thousands of New Yorkers gathered in Lower Manhattan to witness history. Zohran Mamdani, the 34-year-old

Nepali Man’s Body Cremated in U.S. After Eight Months Unclaimed; Family Unable to Attend

The body of a Nepali man, previously listed as “unclaimed” in New York, has been cremated in the United States without his family present. The body of 41-year-old Dhan Bahadur