Climate risk, development, and election manifestos Climate risk, development, and election manifestos An election manifesto is a formal social contract between political parties and citizens in a democratic system. An election manifesto is a formal social contract between political parties and citizens in a democratic system. Opinion 15 h ago
Prime ministerial debate: Harbinger of a good political culture Prime ministerial debate: Harbinger of a good political culture The forthcoming parliamentary election has indeed been marked by several notable features. The forthcoming parliamentary election has indeed been marked by several notable features. Opinion 1d ago
Nepal between power and proximity: Sphere, buffer, or strategic actor? Nepal between power and proximity: Sphere, buffer, or strategic actor? Small states like Nepal rarely get to choose their geography, but they do choose how to respond to it and what they make of it. Small states like Nepal rarely get to choose their geography, but they do choose how to respond to it and what they make of it. Opinion 2d ago
Planning before budgeting: A missing link in public projects Planning before budgeting: A missing link in public projects It is said that “Failing to plan is planning to fail”. This is something that we often come across in development projects. Most planning works executed by the government for infrastructure works, such as roads and buildings, are limited to the Detailed Project Report (DPR). To start with, DPRs often have a bad reputation. It is said that “Failing to plan is planning to fail”. This is something that we often come across in development projects. Most planning works executed by the government for infrastructure works, such as roads and buildings, are limited to the Detailed Project Report (DPR). To start with, DPRs often have a bad reputation. Opinion 02 Feb, 2026
Universal Health Coverage: The decisive election agenda Universal Health Coverage: The decisive election agenda Ensuring Universal Health Coverage (UHC) is one of the defining policy challenges of the 21st century. In election periods, few issues resonate more powerfully with voters. Ensuring Universal Health Coverage (UHC) is one of the defining policy challenges of the 21st century. In election periods, few issues resonate more powerfully with voters. Opinion 30 Jan, 2026
In a region of shrinking democracy, Nepal's elections still matter In a region of shrinking democracy, Nepal's elections still matter Nepal is heading into elections at a moment when democracy is shrinking in much of its neighbourhood, and the contrast should concentrate minds in Kathmandu. What looks like routine electoral scheduling in Nepal is, in fact, an important asset in a region where ballots are increasingly managed, muted or simply cancelled. Nepal is heading into elections at a moment when democracy is shrinking in much of its neighbourhood, and the contrast should concentrate minds in Kathmandu. What looks like routine electoral scheduling in Nepal is, in fact, an important asset in a region where ballots are increasingly managed, muted or simply cancelled. Opinion 30 Jan, 2026
A roseate apotheosis: The enduring allure of 'The Celestine Prophecy' A roseate apotheosis: The enduring allure of 'The Celestine Prophecy' Picture this. Over 23 million copies of James Redfield’s debut novel have sold worldwide since it was first published more than 30 years ago. Not only that. It was a spiritual novel, capitalising on Americans’ quest for the sacred, and topping the fiction list—the true barometer of the cultural marketplace—which is really something. Call it spiritual activism, or what you may. Picture this. Over 23 million copies of James Redfield’s debut novel have sold worldwide since it was first published more than 30 years ago. Not only that. It was a spiritual novel, capitalising on Americans’ quest for the sacred, and topping the fiction list—the true barometer of the cultural marketplace—which is really something. Call it spiritual activism, or what you may. Opinion 29 Jan, 2026
Manifesto for the upcoming election: The essence of Gen Z movement should be its spine Manifesto for the upcoming election: The essence of Gen Z movement should be its... The election for choosing members of the Parliament is taking place as scheduled, bringing an end to the uncertainties that loomed on the political horizon for almost four months of its announcement. The election for choosing members of the Parliament is taking place as scheduled, bringing an end to the uncertainties that loomed on the political horizon for almost four months of its announcement. Opinion 28 Jan, 2026
The prime ministerial projection: A strategic masterstroke or an electoral fraud? The prime ministerial projection: A strategic masterstroke or an electoral fraud? In the volatile environment of Nepali politics, an old trend has resurfaced: projecting the 'face of the prime minister' before the election. As the upcoming general election on March 5 approaches, the major parties are seeking votes by making not only the party flag but also the person a 'brand'. In the volatile environment of Nepali politics, an old trend has resurfaced: projecting the 'face of the prime minister' before the election. As the upcoming general election on March 5 approaches, the major parties are seeking votes by making not only the party flag but also the person a 'brand'. Opinion 27 Jan, 2026
SPCC, Leave No Trace Korea partner to promote environmental education in Everest region SPCC, Leave No Trace Korea partner to promote environmental education in Everest... The Sagarmatha Pollution Control Committee (SPCC) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Leave No Trace Korea to strengthen environmental education and promote sustainable practices among climbers, Icefall Doctors and SPCC staff in the Everest region. The Sagarmatha Pollution Control Committee (SPCC) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Leave No Trace Korea to strengthen environmental education and promote sustainable practices among climbers, Icefall Doctors and SPCC staff in the Everest region. Opinion 26 Jan, 2026
Free, healthy and nutritious school meals: An investment in Nepal's future Free, healthy and nutritious school meals: An investment in Nepal's future Nepal has made impressive strides in expanding access to education, and classrooms across the country are filled with students eager to learn and succeed. Nepal has made impressive strides in expanding access to education, and classrooms across the country are filled with students eager to learn and succeed. Opinion 26 Jan, 2026
Nepal's tourism narrative: Long on optimism but short on honesty Nepal's tourism narrative: Long on optimism but short on honesty Nepal’s tourism sector is often celebrated through headline arrival figures, but a closer look reveals inconsistencies that deserve serious public scrutiny. While official narratives highlight success, the data and policies behind them tell a more troubling story. Nepal’s tourism sector is often celebrated through headline arrival figures, but a closer look reveals inconsistencies that deserve serious public scrutiny. While official narratives highlight success, the data and policies behind them tell a more troubling story. Opinion 26 Jan, 2026
2026: The year I missed writing a New Year resolution 2026: The year I missed writing a New Year resolution New Year resolutions are often dismissed as a ‘faulty system’. Many make resolutions with immense enthusiasm, only to break them within weeks. New Year resolutions are often dismissed as a ‘faulty system’. Many make resolutions with immense enthusiasm, only to break them within weeks. Opinion 24 Jan, 2026
From hydropower to a high-value economy: Think of absorbing power within the domestic economy From hydropower to a high-value economy: Think of absorbing power within the domestic... Nepal is often described as hydropower-rich but economy-poor. That description no longer reflects current realities. Nepal is not short of natural resources, generation potential, or even electricity capacity. Nepal is often described as hydropower-rich but economy-poor. That description no longer reflects current realities. Nepal is not short of natural resources, generation potential, or even electricity capacity. Opinion 22 Jan, 2026
SGN-triggered political scenario: Renaissance of the NC and democracy in Nepal SGN-triggered political scenario: Renaissance of the NC and democracy in Nepal The Guru Raj Ghimire-initiated and Gagan Thapa-Biswa Prakash Sharma-supported Special General Convention (SGN) has incredibly transformed the image of the Nepali Congress (NC) in the same manner as a rather ugly looking caterpillar turns into a stunningly beautiful butterfly. The Guru Raj Ghimire-initiated and Gagan Thapa-Biswa Prakash Sharma-supported Special General Convention (SGN) has incredibly transformed the image of the Nepali Congress (NC) in the same manner as a rather ugly looking caterpillar turns into a stunningly beautiful butterfly. Opinion 21 Jan, 2026
Gagan-Biswa's historic revolt: A testament for contemporary politics Gagan-Biswa's historic revolt: A testament for contemporary politics The first Special Convention of the Nepali Congress (NC) was held in May 1957 following the resignation of then President Subarna Shumsher Rana. The first Special Convention of the Nepali Congress (NC) was held in May 1957 following the resignation of then President Subarna Shumsher Rana. Opinion 20 Jan, 2026
A generation demands change - and the ballot must deliver A generation demands change - and the ballot must deliver Nepal’s shifting political context finally offers a realistic opening for renewal: the realignment now underway, driven by young citizens and emergent forces, is the most serious challenge yet to the country’s entrenched gerontocracy. Nepal’s shifting political context finally offers a realistic opening for renewal: the realignment now underway, driven by young citizens and emergent forces, is the most serious challenge yet to the country’s entrenched gerontocracy. Opinion 19 Jan, 2026
Madhes: The land of sacrifice and the persistence of the colonial shadow Madhes: The land of sacrifice and the persistence of the colonial shadow Madhes is the evolved form of the Sanskrit word Madhyadesh or the Pali term Majjhim Desh, signifying the Middle Land. Madhes is the evolved form of the Sanskrit word Madhyadesh or the Pali term Majjhim Desh, signifying the Middle Land. Opinion 19 Jan, 2026
Co-creating inclusive public open spaces in Nepal: Design should reflect the needs of those who will use it Co-creating inclusive public open spaces in Nepal: Design should reflect the needs of... In Nepal's rapidly growing cities, the need for public spaces that welcome everyone is more urgent than ever. While the government has admirable policies aimed at creating accessible public areas through community involvement, the reality often falls short. In Nepal's rapidly growing cities, the need for public spaces that welcome everyone is more urgent than ever. While the government has admirable policies aimed at creating accessible public areas through community involvement, the reality often falls short. Opinion 16 Jan, 2026
The alchemy of mindfulness: Exploring the inner radiance of our being The alchemy of mindfulness: Exploring the inner radiance of our being It is rightly said that mindfulness — a cognitive skill and practice — helps us to identify our hidden emotional patterns. It is rightly said that mindfulness — a cognitive skill and practice — helps us to identify our hidden emotional patterns. Opinion 15 Jan, 2026
Entertainment Nepathya Kicks Off Nepal Tour with Spectacular Hetauda Concert Following the successful Hetauda concert, Nepathya is set to perform at the Butwal International Conference Centre in Ramnagar, Butwal, on Saturday.
Sports Italy's World Cup debut: Cricket team on the rise as storied soccer team falters Italy is finally heading to the World Cup — just not in the sport most people might expect.
World Bangladesh's Hindu minority in fear as attacks rise and a national election nears “No one feels safe anymore,” said Ranjan Karmaker, a Dhaka-based Hindu human rights activist. “Everyone is terrified.”
Lifestyle Indian teacher who created hundreds of learning centers wins $1 million Global Teacher Prize Rouble Nagi accepted the award at the World Governments Summit in Dubai in the United Arab Emirates, an annual event that draws leaders from across the globe.
Nepal Nepal Telecom's role in economic prosperity laudable: Home Minister Aryal Minister for Home Affairs Om Prakash Aryal has lauded Nepal Telecom’s role in promoting economic prosperity by expanding access to communication services across the country.
Kathmandu HoR election: FPTP ballot paper printing completed in 60 constituencies EC has announced that the printing of ballot papers for the first-past-the-post (FPTP) category has been completed for 60 constituencies.
Business NEPSE climbs over 27 points, turnover crosses Rs 11.5 billion The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE), the country’s sole secondary market, rose by 27.19 points, or 1.01 per cent, on Thursday to close at 2,708.70 points.
Photo Gallery Snowfall transforms Muktinath and Upper Manang into winter wonderland The Muktinath area in Waragung Muktikshetra Rural Municipality–1 of Mustang has been blanketed in snow following recent snowfall, turning the sacred landscape into a striking white panorama.
