Alcohols of Nepal: Spirits Steeped in Culture
While alcohol is often associated with beer or whisky, Nepal has a diverse range of local beverages ingrained in its...
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Inside the Business of Gold Smuggling
On July 18, 2024, authorities at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) intercepted one of the most memorable hauls: 100 kilograms of...
The MCC Saga Continues: Deadlines, Delays, and Doubts
When Nepal became the first South Asian nation to qualify for a Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) Compact in 2017, the deal was...
The Raute Dilemma
In the dense forests of western Nepal, the Raute people once lived by a simple code: never settle, never farm....
All too soon, Monsoon!
Every year, as the monsoon creeps in, it brings more than just rain. It invites a familiar sense of uncertainty...
Development Versus Heritage: The Fight for Mukkumlung
Mukkumlung (Pathibhara in Khas-Nepali), a sacred site in the hills of Taplejung, a hilly district in the east, holds a...
Mustang’s Sky Caves: A 2,000-Year Mystery in Stone
Thousands of hand-carved caves lie high on Mustang’s dry, rocky cliffs, offering insights into our history. Some five stories tall,...
A Woman’s Right to Belong Without a Man’s Permission
Why do lawmakers hesitate to confer citizenship on Nepali women’s children? The patriarchal stance is astounding. The systemic issue is intertwined with...
Climate Change Hits Home: Melting Glaciers and Mass Migration
With 2024 recorded as the hottest year, 1.45°C above pre-industrial levels, the climate crisis is worsening for a small nation...
The Kami Community: Blacksmithing in the Crucible of Caste and Change
Stories of our ancestors using khukuris to combat the enemy's rifles are common in our histories. However, along the way,...