Reversing the youth exodus Reversing the youth exodus When Balendra Shah took the oath of office at Sheetal Niwas recently, it was more than a routine transfer of power. When Balendra Shah took the oath of office at Sheetal Niwas recently, it was more than a routine transfer of power. Blogs 08 Apr, 2026
"Naya" Nepal "Naya" Nepal Rita Mae Brown described insanity as “doing the same things over and over again and expecting different results.” In Nepal’s context, we witnessed this pattern repeatedly over the years. The same parties made unrealistic promises to win a few seats in parliament. Rita Mae Brown described insanity as “doing the same things over and over again and expecting different results.” In Nepal’s context, we witnessed this pattern repeatedly over the years. The same parties made unrealistic promises to win a few seats in parliament. Blogs 22 Mar, 2026
Prisoners of Geography: Nepal, the Himalayas, and the strategic future of a nation Prisoners of Geography: Nepal, the Himalayas, and the strategic future of a nation When I recently read Prisoners of Geography by Tim Marshall, I was struck by a reflection that has haunted me for decades: geography shapes the destiny of nations. Mountains, rivers, deserts, and seas are not merely natural features—they define political possibilities, economic pathways, and military realities. When I recently read Prisoners of Geography by Tim Marshall, I was struck by a reflection that has haunted me for decades: geography shapes the destiny of nations. Mountains, rivers, deserts, and seas are not merely natural features—they define political possibilities, economic pathways, and military realities. Blogs 15 Mar, 2026
Nepal at the crossroads: The stark reality of "choiceless democracy" Nepal at the crossroads: The stark reality of "choiceless democracy" On March 5, 2026, Nepal stands on the precipice of a historic general election—one catalyzed by a Gen Z revolution that toppled the entrenched K.P. Sharma Oli government. On March 5, 2026, Nepal stands on the precipice of a historic general election—one catalyzed by a Gen Z revolution that toppled the entrenched K.P. Sharma Oli government. Blogs 17 Feb, 2026
Why public debates matter for PM hopefuls Why public debates matter for PM hopefuls Nepal’s politics has lost its sense of direction. Over time, governance has been replaced by slogans, personalities, and short-term political survival. Populism has made noise more valuable than results, and performance more important than policy. Nepal’s politics has lost its sense of direction. Over time, governance has been replaced by slogans, personalities, and short-term political survival. Populism has made noise more valuable than results, and performance more important than policy. Blogs 27 Jan, 2026
Dr. Yadav Prasad Pant: A nationalist with multidimensional personality Dr. Yadav Prasad Pant: A nationalist with multidimensional personality This year 2025 (BS 2082) marks the centenary year celebration of , the first Nepali to earn a PhD . Dr. Pant spent some years at Tri-Chandra college as Professor of EconomicsDr. Yadav Prasad Pant This year 2025 (BS 2082) marks the centenary year celebration of , the first Nepali to earn a PhD . Dr. Pant spent some years at Tri-Chandra college as Professor of EconomicsDr. Yadav Prasad Pant Blogs 24 Jan, 2026
Is Artificial Intelligence something to fear? Is Artificial Intelligence something to fear? Artificial Intelligence or AI is now one of the hottest discussed technologies in our era, as well as i will say the most misunderstood one. Artificial Intelligence or AI is now one of the hottest discussed technologies in our era, as well as i will say the most misunderstood one. Blogs 23 Jan, 2026
Finding my way, one step at a time Finding my way, one step at a time Sometimes, the simplest act of moving forward helps us find our way back to ourselves. Sometimes, the simplest act of moving forward helps us find our way back to ourselves. Blogs 03 Nov, 2025
End of Beginning or Beginning of the End? End of Beginning or Beginning of the End? The air and streets of Kathmandu carry an unsettling calm yet beneath lies a question- is it really the calm after the storm or a prelude to another catastrophe we are hesitating to confront. The air and streets of Kathmandu carry an unsettling calm yet beneath lies a question- is it really the calm after the storm or a prelude to another catastrophe we are hesitating to confront. Blogs 28 Oct, 2025
Tourists and turmoil: Can Nepal's hotel industry survive another crisis? Tourists and turmoil: Can Nepal's hotel industry survive another crisis? Nepal, a country with breathtaking landscapes, relies heavily on tourism to support its economy. However, the COVID-19 pandemic brought the thriving tourist industry to a standstill, leaving stakeholders at a critical juncture. Nepal, a country with breathtaking landscapes, relies heavily on tourism to support its economy. However, the COVID-19 pandemic brought the thriving tourist industry to a standstill, leaving stakeholders at a critical juncture. Blogs 24 Sep, 2025
The power of ecological restoration The power of ecological restoration The undulating hills of Danda Basaha in Dhading were once a landscape of beauty and abundance. The undulating hills of Danda Basaha in Dhading were once a landscape of beauty and abundance. Blogs 24 Sep, 2025
Youth activism and psychological well-being in Nepal: Understanding the mental health impact of protests Youth activism and psychological well-being in Nepal: Understanding the mental health... "While physical pain can be easily observed and addressed, psychological distress often remains unseen. However, its impact on daily functioning, relationships, and overall quality of life can be equally profound. This highlights the need to prioritize mental health care alongside physical health interventions." "While physical pain can be easily observed and addressed, psychological distress often remains unseen. However, its impact on daily functioning, relationships, and overall quality of life can be equally profound. This highlights the need to prioritize mental health care alongside physical health interventions." Blogs 16 Sep, 2025
Rebuilding from Revolt: Comparative Insights for Nepal's Interim Government Rebuilding from Revolt: Comparative Insights for Nepal's Interim Government A few weeks prior to early September, a new trend was gaining popularity among the youths of Nepal, namely the "Nepo Kid Trend. A few weeks prior to early September, a new trend was gaining popularity among the youths of Nepal, namely the "Nepo Kid Trend. Blogs 16 Sep, 2025
Nepal's EV revolution stalls Nepal's EV revolution stalls In 1975, Nepal launched a trolley bus system with a Rs 40-million grant from China, aiming to modernise Kathmandu’s transport and offer a cleaner alternative to diesel buses. In 1975, Nepal launched a trolley bus system with a Rs 40-million grant from China, aiming to modernise Kathmandu’s transport and offer a cleaner alternative to diesel buses. Blogs 04 Jul, 2025
From "Convenience to Consciousness": My Evolving Relationship with Menstrual Products From "Convenience to Consciousness": My Evolving Relationship with Menstrual Products When we talk about menstruation, the conversation often starts and stops at awareness, taboos, and breaking the silence. When we talk about menstruation, the conversation often starts and stops at awareness, taboos, and breaking the silence. Blogs 18 Jun, 2025
When public transport halts When public transport halts On June 2, public transport vehicles across Kathmandu and potentially much of Nepal stopped running. What began as a one-hour protest has now escalated into a full-fledged indefinite shutdown. On June 2, public transport vehicles across Kathmandu and potentially much of Nepal stopped running. What began as a one-hour protest has now escalated into a full-fledged indefinite shutdown. Blogs 04 Jun, 2025
When the laughter hurts When the laughter hurts Bullying is an intentional, inhumane act of hurting another person or group physically, especially to cause them psychological harm. Bullying is an intentional, inhumane act of hurting another person or group physically, especially to cause them psychological harm. Blogs 21 May, 2025
Political instability and mental health Political instability and mental health In the heart of the Himalayas, Nepal has endured decades of political turmoil –from monarchy to democracy, from conflict to fragile peace. In the heart of the Himalayas, Nepal has endured decades of political turmoil –from monarchy to democracy, from conflict to fragile peace. Blogs 28 May, 2025
We suffer from Commitment Dysfunction Syndrome We suffer from Commitment Dysfunction Syndrome A pattern learned in childhood, reinforced by culture, and now amplified by technology. A pattern learned in childhood, reinforced by culture, and now amplified by technology. Blogs 16 May, 2025
The One who created God must be a Genius The One who created God must be a Genius From the first cry of a newborn to the last moments of life on a deathbed, we are among the creation of God. In every turn, curve, and step of life, we are under the supervision of God. From the first cry of a newborn to the last moments of life on a deathbed, we are among the creation of God. In every turn, curve, and step of life, we are under the supervision of God. Blogs 23 Apr, 2025
Sports Sociedad beats Atletico on penalties to win Copa del Rey. American coach Matarazzo lifts 1st title Atletico will now turn its focus to the Champions League semifinal against Arsenal staring later this month.
Sports Nepal defeats Italy to register first win in ICC Women's T20 Challenge Trophy Nepal has secured its first win in the ICC Women's Twenty20 Challenge Trophy, defeating Italy by 50 runs in a match played at the Rwanda Cricket Stadium in Rwanda today.
Sports Rinku Singh comes to the rescue as Kolkata beats Rajasthan by 4 wickets for its first IPL win In Sunday’s evening game, IPL leader Punjab Kings hosted Lucknow Super Giants in New Chandigarh.
World Trump says US negotiators will head to Pakistan on Monday for talks with Iran Iranian officials earlier on Sunday held firm that ships wouldn't pass while the U.S. blockade remained in effect.
Business Processed fuels cost more than crude oil: NOC According to data cited by the NOC, as of April 16, 2026, the price of crude oil stood at 99.6 US dollars per barrel, while petrol was priced at 139.3 US dollars and diesel at 228.1 US dollars.
Business Ncell launches 'Pahilo SIM' offer for SEE students Ncell has introduced a special ‘Pahilo SIM’ package targeting students who have appeared in the Secondary Education Examination (SEE), offering bundled telecom, learning and gaming services at a subsidised rate.
Nepal Demolition drive targets encroached structures along Birgunj's main road The Road Division Office, Hetauda, launched a demolition drive in Birgunj early Sunday morning, pulling down structures built in encroachment of the main road under the Tribhuvan Highway.
Nepal Verify social media information before sharing: Minister Timilsina Minister for Communications and Information Technology Bikram Timilsina has urged the public to verify information circulating on social media, stating that not all content shared online is accurate or authentic.
World Iran doubles down on closing the Strait of Hormuz as the ceasefire inches toward expiration Iran doubled down on its pledge to restrict ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz as long as the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports remains in place, as mediators scrambled to secure further talks before the ceasefire expires this week.
