Democratic sustainability: Election economics cannot be ignored Democratic sustainability: Election economics cannot be ignored Our multiparty democracy is indeed vibrant. Despite numerous flaws, the system allows people to participate in the political process, elect representatives, and express grievances. Our multiparty democracy is indeed vibrant. Despite numerous flaws, the system allows people to participate in the political process, elect representatives, and express grievances. Opinion 13 Feb, 2026
Receding glaciers: World's hidden water banks at risk Receding glaciers: World's hidden water banks at risk Glaciers – the world’s hidden water banks - are a source of life for billions. Glaciers – the world’s hidden water banks - are a source of life for billions. Opinion 12 Feb, 2026
The old versus the new: The slogan of the forthcoming election The old versus the new: The slogan of the forthcoming election The debate of the forthcoming election appears to be revolving around the antagonism between the old and new political parties. The debate of the forthcoming election appears to be revolving around the antagonism between the old and new political parties. Opinion 11 Feb, 2026
AI in healthcare can amp up our care AI in healthcare can amp up our care For as long as I can remember, I have been curious about technology. Not as a gadget, but as a tool. A tool that, when used right, can reduce human error, save time, and, most importantly, improve outcomes. For as long as I can remember, I have been curious about technology. Not as a gadget, but as a tool. A tool that, when used right, can reduce human error, save time, and, most importantly, improve outcomes. Opinion 11 Feb, 2026
From the World Governments Summit to Nepal's ballot box: Ray Dalio's Three Tests for Prosperity From the World Governments Summit to Nepal's ballot box: Ray Dalio's Three Tests for... At the World Governments Summit on February 3, in the main plenary hall during the session titled “Decisions That Shape Future Governments,” global investor and Bridgewater Associates founder Ray Dalio offered a strikingly simple framework for understanding why some countries prosper while others stagnate. At the World Governments Summit on February 3, in the main plenary hall during the session titled “Decisions That Shape Future Governments,” global investor and Bridgewater Associates founder Ray Dalio offered a strikingly simple framework for understanding why some countries prosper while others stagnate. Opinion 10 Feb, 2026
What AAP, Aragalaya and Bangladesh Teach RSP What AAP, Aragalaya and Bangladesh Teach RSP Rastriya Swatantra Party risks becoming a South Asian sequel no one wanted, repeating Aam Aadmi Party’s early days in Delhi, mixed with Sri Lanka’s Aragalaya disappointment and Bangladesh’s one-party drama, all unfolding in Nepal’s already strained democracy. Rastriya Swatantra Party risks becoming a South Asian sequel no one wanted, repeating Aam Aadmi Party’s early days in Delhi, mixed with Sri Lanka’s Aragalaya disappointment and Bangladesh’s one-party drama, all unfolding in Nepal’s already strained democracy. Opinion 10 Feb, 2026
Political romanticism: Pre-election pantomime at its peak Political romanticism: Pre-election pantomime at its peak The upcoming election set on the spirit of the violent Gen-Z movement is less than one month away. The political parties and their candidates have reverted to their voters with their agenda and are convincing the people to vote in their favour. The upcoming election set on the spirit of the violent Gen-Z movement is less than one month away. The political parties and their candidates have reverted to their voters with their agenda and are convincing the people to vote in their favour. Opinion 09 Feb, 2026
Responsible business in a changing world: The case for Nepal Responsible business in a changing world: The case for Nepal For many, ESG, which stands for Environmental, Social, and Governance, sounds like a corporate buzzword: polished, technical, and distant from everyday realities. For many, ESG, which stands for Environmental, Social, and Governance, sounds like a corporate buzzword: polished, technical, and distant from everyday realities. Opinion 07 Feb, 2026
India's budget: What it means for Nepal's economic future India's budget: What it means for Nepal's economic future India’s latest Union Budget goes beyond an annual fiscal exercise – it is a statement of intent. India’s latest Union Budget goes beyond an annual fiscal exercise – it is a statement of intent. Opinion 06 Feb, 2026
When losers refuse to lose: Nepal's dangerous talk of rejecting election results When losers refuse to lose: Nepal's dangerous talk of rejecting election results Nepal is once again standing at the edge of a constitutional cliff, and the ones kicking away the ground beneath its feet are the very politicians Gen Z chased out of power only months ago. Nepal is once again standing at the edge of a constitutional cliff, and the ones kicking away the ground beneath its feet are the very politicians Gen Z chased out of power only months ago. Opinion 06 Feb, 2026
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 05 Feb, 2026
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 04 Feb, 2026
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 03 Feb, 2026
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
Business Subisu, APAC IPv6 Council sign MoU to promote next-generation internet protocol Internet service provider Subisu Limited has signed a memorandum of understanding with the APAC IPv6 Council to promote the adoption of IPv6 technology in Nepal.
Sports Carlsberg Golf Classic concludes at Royal Nepal Golf Course The Carlsberg Golf Classic 2026 concluded at the Royal Nepal Golf Course, drawing participation from 130 golfers over two days.
Nepal Xiaomi launches Redmi A7 smartphone in Nepal Xiaomi has launched its entry-level smartphone Redmi A7 in the Nepali market.
Nepal Japan supports flood resilience project in Morang The Government of Japan has supported a project aimed at strengthening flood resilience in Morang district.
Nepal Nepal launches LoCAL initiative to strengthen climate financing at local level Nepal has launched a new initiative aimed at strengthening climate adaptation financing for local governments, targeting vulnerable communities facing increasing climate risks.
Nepal Minister Chaudhary stresses conservation of biodiversity Minister for Forest and Environment, Gita Chaudhary, has underscored the need of conserving biodiversity and plants, and utilizing forest products to generate employment.
Business NIBL Equity Partners invests Rs 150 million in hydropower project NIBL Equity Partners (NIBLEP), a Specialized Investment Fund (SIF) registered with the Securities Board of Nepal (SEBON) and managed by NIMB Ace Capital Ltd., has invested Rs 150 million in Gurkhas Himalayan Hydro Limited to support the development of the 5.875 MW Upper Junbesi Khola Hydropower Project in Solukhumbu.
Science and Tech Artemis II's moon-traveling astronauts return home to cheers after a record-breaking trip Still marveling over their moon mission, the Artemis II astronauts received a thunderous welcome home Saturday from hundreds who took part in NASA's lunar comeback that set a record for deep space travel.
Nepal Foreign Minister holds separate meetings with Ministers of Mauritius, Singapore Foreign Minister Shishir Khanal held separate meetings with Ministers of Mauritius and Singapore on the sideline of the 9th Indian Ocean Conference. Foreign Minister Khanal is currently in Port Louis, the capital city of Mauritius, in course of his participation in the Conference.
