The untapped potential of the yak economy At a remote location in Dolpa District, north-western Nepal, yak herders churn butter from fresh milk by hand, using age-old techniques passed down through generations. Opinion 20 Apr, 2025
Nepal launches Global Hunger Index 2024, highlights gender justice as key to climate resilience and zero hunger Nepal launched the 2024 Global Hunger Index (GHI) in Kathmandu on Friday, spotlighting gender justice as an essential pillar for achieving climate resilience and Zero Hunger. Nepal 05 Apr, 2025
Nepal's trade crisis: Bridging the gap with India and beyond Nepal’s trade is at a crossroads. Once a key exporter of agricultural commodities, the country now struggles to sustain its own demand for essential goods, including paddy, milk, and sugarcane. Opinion 21 Mar, 2025
PM Oli directs Agriculture Ministry to ensure timely availability of chemical fertilizers PM Oli directed the Agriculture Ministry to participate proactively, ensuring Nepal's engagement is both strategic and result-oriented. Nepal 13 Feb, 2025
Trump says he wants to negotiate about Ukraine. It's not clear if Putin really does Trump said Zelenskyy should have made a deal with Putin to avoid war, adding he wouldn’t have allowed the conflict to start if he had been in office. World 09 Feb, 2025
Canada's Trudeau announces resignation after nearly a decade as prime minister Canada is a major exporter of oil and natural gas to the U.S., which also relies on its northern neighbor for steel, aluminum and automobiles. World 07 Jan, 2025
Hard hat equity: Dilemma or opportunity From an exotic import, concrete has become the unsung hero of Nepali residential construction, affording architects a new sense of freedom from the tyranny of traditional materials. Opinion 24 Dec, 2024
Russian President Putin signs a new doctrine that lowers the threshold for using nuclear weapons Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday signed a revised nuclear doctrine declaring that a conventional attack on Russia by any nation that is supported by a nuclear power will be considered a joint attack on his country. World 19 Nov, 2024
UN climate talks to focus on money to help poor nations cut carbon pollution A UN climate finance committee report looked at the need from 98 countries and estimated it as ranging from $455 billion to $584 billion per year. Environment 11 Nov, 2024
No deadline for corruption prosecution: PM Oli Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli said that the government is clear that any alleged cases of corruption can be investigated at any time and those found responsible for such wrong doings will be held accountable. Nepal 23 Oct, 2024
The disappearing youth of Nepal: A national dilemma Nepal is grappling with a significant challenge: the widespread exodus of its young population. Opinion 08 Sep, 2024
Malnutrition remains an issue of concern Child malnutrition is a serious issue that has a significant impact on children's health and development. Malnutrition includes both undernutrition (wasting, stunting, and micronutrient deficiencies) and overnutrition (obesity). Nepal 15 Aug, 2024
