Development at a snail's speed in Nepal: Due to dominance of politics over meritocracy Development at a snail's speed in Nepal: Due to dominance of politics over... Development has been such an important buzz word that countries round the globe have been named as either least developed, developing or developed. Development has been such an important buzz word that countries round the globe have been named as either least developed, developing or developed. Opinion 18 Dec, 2024
Act Relating to Rights of Persons with Disabilities: Legislation needs amendment Act Relating to Rights of Persons with Disabilities: Legislation needs amendment Over the last few weeks, once again the country came to remember that persons living with disabilities do exist and, at least on paper, do have rights. Over the last few weeks, once again the country came to remember that persons living with disabilities do exist and, at least on paper, do have rights. Opinion 17 Dec, 2024
Nepal's public sector reform: Begin with human resources Nepal's public sector reform: Begin with human resources A famous Japanese proverb is very relevant to Nepal's development: vision without action is a daydream and action without vision is a nightmare. A famous Japanese proverb is very relevant to Nepal's development: vision without action is a daydream and action without vision is a nightmare. Opinion 16 Dec, 2024
Nationalism in today's world: It should be about diversity, dignity and equity, not division Nationalism in today's world: It should be about diversity, dignity and equity, not... Nationalism has always been contentious. Throughout history, we have witnessed how politics has shaped it, how certain elite groups have hijacked its agency, and how it has been a tool for entering the voters' minds and, as such, an election tool. Nationalism has always been contentious. Throughout history, we have witnessed how politics has shaped it, how certain elite groups have hijacked its agency, and how it has been a tool for entering the voters' minds and, as such, an election tool. Opinion 13 Dec, 2024
Soil – the life beneath us: Measures to keep it healthy 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. Soil is more than just dirt beneath our feet—it is a living, breathing system that nurtures life itself. Opinion 12 Dec, 2024
Prime Minister's visit to China: Yet another trip of missed opportunities Prime Minister's visit to China: Yet another trip of missed opportunities Prime Minister Oli has returned after paying a visit to China upon the invitation of Chinese Premier Li Qiang. Prime Minister Oli has returned after paying a visit to China upon the invitation of Chinese Premier Li Qiang. Opinion 11 Dec, 2024
Beyond debt and grants: Key to Nepal's growth lies in efficient utilisation Beyond debt and grants: Key to Nepal's growth lies in efficient utilisation Nepal, a lower middle-income country, relies on foreign aid to meet its resource gap. Foreign aid, in the form of loans and grants, catalyses development. Nepal, a lower middle-income country, relies on foreign aid to meet its resource gap. Foreign aid, in the form of loans and grants, catalyses development. Opinion 10 Dec, 2024
Amplifying the Leadership of Persons with Disabilities: A Path towards Inclusive and Sustainable Education Amplifying the Leadership of Persons with Disabilities: A Path towards Inclusive and... In the case of inclusive education, there are widely differing attitudes, views, and levels of understanding. In the case of inclusive education, there are widely differing attitudes, views, and levels of understanding. Opinion 09 Dec, 2024
Women in politics: A struggle for representation Women in politics: A struggle for representation At the beginning of January, 2024, only 27 countries were led by women, marking a modest increase from 18 countries a decade ago. Despite some progress, women remain significantly underrepresented in positions of power. At the beginning of January, 2024, only 27 countries were led by women, marking a modest increase from 18 countries a decade ago. Despite some progress, women remain significantly underrepresented in positions of power. Opinion 09 Dec, 2024
Mountain homes: Gabions or rammed earth? Mountain homes: Gabions or rammed earth? In the years since the devastating Gorkha Earthquake of 2015, the hilly regions of Nepal have grappled with a profound architectural identity crisis. In the years since the devastating Gorkha Earthquake of 2015, the hilly regions of Nepal have grappled with a profound architectural identity crisis. Opinion 06 Dec, 2024
The intelligence edge: More than what meets the mind The intelligence edge: More than what meets the mind The fact is — there is more to intelligence than what meets the mind, eye, or the ear. The fact is — there is more to intelligence than what meets the mind, eye, or the ear. Opinion 05 Dec, 2024
Transportation Challenges in Nepal: Consequences and Solutions 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. 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
Prime Minister's visit to China:Â Opportunity to emulate his illustrious predecessors Prime Minister's visit to China:Â Opportunity to emulate his illustrious... Prime Minister KP Oli launched a four-day official visit to China on Monday upon the invitation of Prime Minister Li Qiang, leading a jumbo team of 78 persons. Prime Minister KP Oli launched a four-day official visit to China on Monday upon the invitation of Prime Minister Li Qiang, leading a jumbo team of 78 persons. Opinion 04 Dec, 2024
Volunteerism: It is powerful, rewarding and transformative Volunteerism: It is powerful, rewarding and transformative Considering the daunting challenges the world is facing, promoting and boosting volunteerism should be a no brainier. Considering the daunting challenges the world is facing, promoting and boosting volunteerism should be a no brainier. Opinion 03 Dec, 2024
Nepal's constitution: Is it just a tool to rule? Nepal's constitution: Is it just a tool to rule? The sudden midnight agreement on July 1, 2024, between the Nepali Congress and the CPN-UML to form a coalition government, had shaken the nation by surprise. The sudden midnight agreement on July 1, 2024, between the Nepali Congress and the CPN-UML to form a coalition government, had shaken the nation by surprise. Opinion 02 Dec, 2024
Badly-needed economic reforms: Some suggestions Badly-needed economic reforms: Some suggestions The CPN UML-led government, with support from the largest party, the Nepali Congress, was formed in August with three main objectives: amendment of the constitution for political stability, strengthening governance and reforming the economy. Regarding constitution amendment, no effort has been made so far. The CPN UML-led government, with support from the largest party, the Nepali Congress, was formed in August with three main objectives: amendment of the constitution for political stability, strengthening governance and reforming the economy. Regarding constitution amendment, no effort has been made so far. Opinion 30 Nov, 2024
Inter-Tarai Railway: A lifeline for Nepal's troubled transportation Inter-Tarai Railway: A lifeline for Nepal's troubled transportation The Inter-Tarai Railway Network is a long-awaited initiative that promises to facilitate greater connectivity and enhance the quality of life for millions of Nepalis. The Inter-Tarai Railway Network is a long-awaited initiative that promises to facilitate greater connectivity and enhance the quality of life for millions of Nepalis. Opinion 28 Nov, 2024
Political rallies in the capital: For and against the government Political rallies in the capital: For and against the government Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal, was virtually paralysed by the political rallies for and against the Unified Marxist-Leninist Political (UML). Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal, was virtually paralysed by the political rallies for and against the Unified Marxist-Leninist Political (UML). Opinion 27 Nov, 2024
Inviting global business leaders: My experiences and aspirations Inviting global business leaders: My experiences and aspirations Nepal’s Prime Minister K P Sharma Oli recently had a 17-minute discussion with Elon Musk regarding the expansion of Starlink services and extended an invitation to Musk to visit Nepal. Nepal’s Prime Minister K P Sharma Oli recently had a 17-minute discussion with Elon Musk regarding the expansion of Starlink services and extended an invitation to Musk to visit Nepal. Opinion 26 Nov, 2024
6th Asian Population Association Conference: Milestone for Nepal's Population and Development Policy 6th Asian Population Association Conference: Milestone for Nepal's Population and... The 6th Asian Population Association Conference is going to be held in Kathmandu Nepal from 27-30 November 2024. The 6th Asian Population Association Conference is going to be held in Kathmandu Nepal from 27-30 November 2024. Opinion 25 Nov, 2024
World Iran remains a stubborn foe after absorbing massive US-Israeli attacks Iran has maintained an average of 30 strikes each day for the last three weeks, and at various points it has picked up its tempo of attacks.
Nepal NC assigns representatives across seven provinces for election review Under the coordination of the assigned leaders, party officials at subordinate levels will work to accomplish the task.
Kathmandu Health Ministry ends deputation, returns doctors to original hospitals The Ministry of Health and Population has terminated the deputation of doctors and directed their return to their respective original workplaces.
Nepal Flood threat halts traffic on BP Highway indefinitely Traffic on the BP Highway has been suspended indefinitely from this evening.
Kathmandu Role of media in promoting women entrepreneurship discusses Sancharika Samuha Nepal organized an interaction  with experts in here to discuss the role of media in promoting women entrepreneurship. The program included extensive discussions on how much priority mainstream media has given to issues related to women entrepreneurs.
Nepal Health Ministry opens migrant worker health screening to govt hospitals The Ministry of Labour, Employment and Social Security has announced that government-owned and government-approved health institutions can now register to conduct mandatory pre-departure medical examinations for Nepali migrant workers, opening up the health screening process beyond the existing network of certified private facilities.
Business NEPSE rebounds 19 points after two-day decline The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index rose by 19.70 points, or 0.69 percent, on Tuesday to close at 2,851.09, ending a two-day losing streak.
Kathmandu All-party meeting called ahead of Federal Parliament session The Federal Parliament Secretariat has called an all-party meeting on Wednesday ahead of the joint session of Parliament scheduled for April 2.
Photo Gallery In Pictures: Halesi–Aiselukharka area in Khotang Aiselukharka, an important village and market area in Khotang District under Aiselukharka Rural Municipality, lies in the southeastern part of the district and serves as a local hub for trade and daily life.
