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Hamas Captive Bipin Joshi is No Longer Alive, Says IDF
The Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) have formally informed that Nepali national Bipin Joshi is no longer alive. According to Nepal’s
The Discord Revolution: How Nepal’s Youth Rewrote Democracy Online
In early September, as the nation was in chaos, young Nepalis were gathering in a corner of the internet that
Thirty-two Hydroelectric Projects Face Damages
The recent heavy rainfall between October 3 and 5 has affected 32 hydropower projects across 10 districts in three provinces,
Monsoon Ravages Eastern Nepal: Dozens Dead, Infrastructures Damaged
Landslides, floods, and lightning strikes caused by incessant monsoon rains have resulted in widespread destruction of life and property across
Commemorating the September Revolt
A mixture of hope and caution By Matt Wood On Saturday, 20 September 2025, members of the Nepalese community, academics,
Nepali Hindus Observe Their Biggest Festival
Hindus across Nepal are celebrating Dashain, the country’s biggest and most widely observed festival, with prayers, family gatherings, and cultural
Kathmandu Has a New Living Goddess
This Dashain, Kathmandu officially installed a new Royal Kumari, the highest authority among the city’s many living gods and goddesses.
From Chief Justice to Interim Prime Minister: Who is Sushila Karki?
Nepal is once again in the middle of a political transition. Following just days of unrest led by “Gen-Z” protesters
‘Fulpati’ is Here
The fortnight-long Hindu festival of ‘Bada Dashain,’ meaning Grand Dashain, starts with Ghatasthapana. On that day, a ghat (meaning pot),
Government Suspends Passports of Five, including Ex-PM Oli
The Interim Government led by Sushila Karki has decided to suspend the passports of five people, including former Prime Minister
Nepal: From Crisis to Hope
By Thaneshwar Kandel Nepal is a country rich in natural resources and cultural heritage, with a resilient population. Nevertheless, the
Questions Galore After a Week of Intense Social Unrest
The recent turmoil in Nepali cities is likely to have a lasting impact on politics and society. It also impacts
How Nepo Babies Triggered Gen Z to Demand Fairness
Long before the end of December, a snapshot of a highly exclusive Christmas tree went viral in Nepal. Not for
When Saving the Constitution Meant Breaking It
The appointment of the interim Prime Minister, Sushila Karki, has sparked a debate on the formal procedure followed. Technically speaking,
Nepal’s Gen Z Revolt: A Chronicle
Sometimes revolutions take just five business days. From September 8 to 12, Nepal experienced one of its most unprecedented moments.
Mayor Balen Urges Gen Z to Return Home
Mayor of Kathmandu Metropolitan City Balen Shah has urged Gen Z protesters to return to their homes. “Please, Gen Z!
PM Oli Resigns amid Protests
Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has resigned. Oli had become a subject of national and international criticism following the death
Youngsters Decide to Take to the Streets
Following the government ban on major social media platforms, youths have announced nationwide street protests against corruption, starting on Monday.
Echoes of Dhime Baja: A Timeless Tune
Traditionally, in Dallachi, Dhime Baja (a cylindrical double-headed drum central to Newa culture) training was a secretive practice, hidden from
Government Bans Major Social Media Platforms
The Government of Nepal has instructed the Nepal Telecommunication Authority (NTA), the country’s internet regulator, to block social media sites