Mission: Stop smoking: Enforce the rules This piece is about tackling the worrisome trend of smoking among Nepali youths and ensuring that Metropolitan governments can have an important role to play. Opinion 22 Apr, 2025
Financial constraints impeding Nepal's ambitious goal of ending tuberculosis While Nepal celebrates World Tuberculosis Day with the theme 'Yes! We can end TB: Commit, Invest, and Deliver,' financial constraints are impeding the country's ambitious goal of eliminating tuberculosis by 2030. Health 25 Mar, 2025
WWF Nepal celebrates Earth Hour 2025 and World Water Day with nationwide initiatives WWF Nepal marked Earth Hour 2025 and World Water Day with a series of impactful environmental initiatives across the country, achieving milestones in river cleanup, public engagement, and awareness campaigns. Nepal 23 Mar, 2025
In what ways can accelerated action drive women's empowerment and transformation in Nepal? As Nepal moves forward, the role of women in shaping its future has never been more crucial. To mark International Women’s Day 2025, The Himalayan Times reached out to inspiring women leaders from diverse sectors — corporate, politics, health, development, and beyond — to share their insights on a pressing question: Nepal 08 Mar, 2025
Ensure humane treatment of dogs: Stop poor breeding practices In Nepal we have the second day of Tihar as the ‘Day of the dogs’, to worship canines all over the country. The festival is practised to appease the Hindu god of death, Yama, as dogs are considered his messengers. Opinion 25 Feb, 2025
Child marriage in Nepal: Challenges and opportunities Child marriage remains a critical social issue in Nepal, deeply rooted in cultural traditions and exacerbated by economic hardships and systemic barriers. Despite its prohibition under the Civil Code of 1963, the practice continues, particularly among marginalised groups. Opinion 31 Jan, 2025
Sexual and gender minorities trapped, abused and ignored by Nepal Sexual and gender minorities (SGM) and LGBTIQA+ continue to face criminalisation in 64 countries around the world. 12 countries have the death penalty for same-sex relationships. Nepal 25 Dec, 2024
Epidemic of online violence targeting female politicians in Nepal: ONI report A new report published by the Open Nepal Initiative (ONI) has revealed a growing epidemic of online violence targeting female politicians in Nepal, highlighting how this pervasive issue undermines democratic participation and silences critical voices in public discourse. Nepal 17 Dec, 2024
Soil – the life beneath us: Measures to keep it healthy Soil is more than just dirt beneath our feet—it is a living, breathing system that nurtures life itself. Opinion 12 Dec, 2024
Animal protection groups urge devotees not to bring animals for sacrifice at Gadhimai festival Ahead of the Gadhimai festival, animal protection organizations Humane Society International/India and People For Animals are urging devotees not to bring animals for sacrifice. Nepal 05 Dec, 2024
Transportation Challenges in Nepal: Consequences and Solutions Efficient transportation systems are the backbone of a nation’s infrastructure, directly impacting economic growth, public safety, and quality of life. Opinion 05 Dec, 2024
Pokhara Metropolitan City commits towards zero waste Various stakeholders in Pokhara have committed to collaborative efforts to mitigate the waste crisis, build a resilient city and create green job opportunities. Environment 25 Nov, 2024
