But in 2008 Nepal’s supreme court essentially rejected a Newari woman’s petition against the tradition, citing its cultural and religious significance. Four kumaris—in Kathmandu, Patan ...

which are integral to the grand celebration of Indra Jatra, particularly within the Newari community of the Kathmandu Valley.

In Nepal, Indra Jatra has been celebrated on Tuesday, 17 September this year. Newari cultural expert Malla K Sundar spoke to SBS Nepali about the annual festival's history and cultural significance.

Gunla, which starts from the first of the bright fortnight of Shravan, is a holy month for Newar Buddhists. This month is ...

People celebrate the festival Sikali Jatra in Lalitpur a historical city in central Nepal dressing in traditional attire and ...

Hassan: The authorities have developed and launched a mobile application called Hasanamba for the convenience of devotees, ahead of the Hasanamba Temple Jatra Mahotsava. The app was launched by ...

The medieval town of Khokana recently held its vibrant "Shikali Jatra," a traditional festival celebrated in place of the fortnightly Dashain festival. During this five-day event, masked dancers ...

Women pull a chariot during Indra Jatra, a festival that marks the end of the rainy season in Kathmandu, Nepal. Source: AP / Niranjan Shrestha/AP Every year, Nepal celebrates the Indra Jatra festival.