Nepal at the edge: Between suspended animation and renewal Nepal at the edge: Between suspended animation and renewal Recently, I was invited to join a group of highly respected individuals working to help shape Nepal’s future. Recently, I was invited to join a group of highly respected individuals working to help shape Nepal’s future. Opinion 31 Oct, 2025
Nepal's food future through Gen Z eyes: Transformative changes needed in agriculture Nepal's food future through Gen Z eyes: Transformative changes needed in agriculture The social media crackdown by the erstwhile government triggered a nationwide uproar, a dissatisfaction that galvanised Gen Z in unison to oppose systemic corruption, economic exclusion, and governance failures. The social media crackdown by the erstwhile government triggered a nationwide uproar, a dissatisfaction that galvanised Gen Z in unison to oppose systemic corruption, economic exclusion, and governance failures. Opinion 30 Oct, 2025
Between hope and anxiety: Psychological dimensions of Gen Z protests Between hope and anxiety: Psychological dimensions of Gen Z protests In recent years, streets, campuses, and social media have echoed with the voices of Generation Z. In recent years, streets, campuses, and social media have echoed with the voices of Generation Z. Opinion 29 Oct, 2025
Climate change: What Nepal's local leaders think about it Climate change: What Nepal's local leaders think about it Few Nepalis would deny that extreme weather is reshaping lives – or taking lives. This month, floods and landslides have killed over 40 Nepalis. Few Nepalis would deny that extreme weather is reshaping lives – or taking lives. This month, floods and landslides have killed over 40 Nepalis. Opinion 28 Oct, 2025
Rebuilding democracy from the ashes: Nepal needs to create jobs and invest in education Rebuilding democracy from the ashes: Nepal needs to create jobs and invest in... In the hot sun of September 2025, the movement started by the “Gen Z” generation on the streets of Nepal turned into a tragic riot. Thousands of unarmed students in school uniform spontaneously participated in the movement. In the hot sun of September 2025, the movement started by the “Gen Z” generation on the streets of Nepal turned into a tragic riot. Thousands of unarmed students in school uniform spontaneously participated in the movement. Opinion 28 Oct, 2025
The changing monsoon in the Himalayas: Lessons from Bhutan's floods The changing monsoon in the Himalayas: Lessons from Bhutan's floods The Himalayan arc from Bhutan through Nepal and India into Pakistan has always followed the rhythm of the monsoon. In 2025, that rhythm became deadly. The Himalayan arc from Bhutan through Nepal and India into Pakistan has always followed the rhythm of the monsoon. In 2025, that rhythm became deadly. Opinion 28 Oct, 2025
'Sthirata' at the crossroads: Why stability matters now 'Sthirata' at the crossroads: Why stability matters now Stability in Nepal is not just a local necessity; it is now a regional and even global imperative. Stability in Nepal is not just a local necessity; it is now a regional and even global imperative. Opinion 27 Oct, 2025
When schools burn, we must rebuild trust: Ullens School from ashes to awakening! When schools burn, we must rebuild trust: Ullens School from ashes to awakening! The Ullens case study offers a lesson in how communities can turn pain into purpose and why education must remain a space of peace. The Ullens case study offers a lesson in how communities can turn pain into purpose and why education must remain a space of peace. Opinion 26 Oct, 2025
Rethinking financial literacy in Nepal: Tailored, not templated Rethinking financial literacy in Nepal: Tailored, not templated The term “financial literacy” is familiar to many of us. At its core, it aims to equip individuals with the knowledge, skills, and behaviours necessary to manage money wisely, ultimately contributing to financial well-being. The term “financial literacy” is familiar to many of us. At its core, it aims to equip individuals with the knowledge, skills, and behaviours necessary to manage money wisely, ultimately contributing to financial well-being. Opinion 17 Oct, 2025
Hashtag revolution: Constitutional amendment is allowed, breaking isn't Hashtag revolution: Constitutional amendment is allowed, breaking isn't In 2013, along with other lawyers, Om Prakash Aryal filed a writ petition seeking Supreme Court intervention against the formation of a Chief Justice (CJ)-led interim election government under Khil Raj Regmi’s leadership. In 2013, along with other lawyers, Om Prakash Aryal filed a writ petition seeking Supreme Court intervention against the formation of a Chief Justice (CJ)-led interim election government under Khil Raj Regmi’s leadership. Opinion 16 Oct, 2025
Way forward for post Gen Z movement: Vanquished and victors must work together Way forward for post Gen Z movement: Vanquished and victors must work together The Gen Z movement has shown the world how young people can have an unprecedented impact on the national political scene, challenging the notion that politics is solely the domain of older generations. The Gen Z movement has shown the world how young people can have an unprecedented impact on the national political scene, challenging the notion that politics is solely the domain of older generations. Opinion 15 Oct, 2025
Trump's Gaza deal: Will this be a just peace? Trump's Gaza deal: Will this be a just peace? President Donald Trump has brokered a 20-point Gaza peace plan between Israel and Hamas. Stopping the bombing and securing the release of hostages are significant accomplishments so far. However, from a Palestinian perspective, the central question remains: Will this be a just peace? President Donald Trump has brokered a 20-point Gaza peace plan between Israel and Hamas. Stopping the bombing and securing the release of hostages are significant accomplishments so far. However, from a Palestinian perspective, the central question remains: Will this be a just peace? Opinion 14 Oct, 2025
What Mahabir Pun gets wrong about innovation: Nepal must first build the ecosystem What Mahabir Pun gets wrong about innovation: Nepal must first build the ecosystem When Mahabir Pun demands Nepal spend 2% of GDP on research and development, he channels a nation tired of importing ideas and exporting talent. His frustration is understandable. His prescription is backwards. When Mahabir Pun demands Nepal spend 2% of GDP on research and development, he channels a nation tired of importing ideas and exporting talent. His frustration is understandable. His prescription is backwards. Opinion 14 Oct, 2025
Nepal at the Crossroad: What next? Nepal at the Crossroad: What next? President Ramchandra Poudel, one month after the formation of interim government, took initiative to break the ice by inviting party representatives and the members of the government, including the interim Prime Minister at his office to create an environment for the general election scheduled for March 5. President Ramchandra Poudel, one month after the formation of interim government, took initiative to break the ice by inviting party representatives and the members of the government, including the interim Prime Minister at his office to create an environment for the general election scheduled for March 5. Opinion 13 Oct, 2025
Not quite cricket: The murky world of gamesmanship Not quite cricket: The murky world of gamesmanship When the disagreeable ‘jingoistic’ clash between archrivals India and Pakistan concluded controversially in Dubai, recently When the disagreeable ‘jingoistic’ clash between archrivals India and Pakistan concluded controversially in Dubai, recently Opinion 10 Oct, 2025
Nepal fighting wars on two fronts: Damage by Gen Z-guised infiltrators and heavy rains Nepal fighting wars on two fronts: Damage by Gen Z-guised infiltrators and heavy... Nepal is currently battling crises on two fronts. Nepal is currently battling crises on two fronts. Opinion 09 Oct, 2025
My aim in life: Is there a case for career building? My aim in life: Is there a case for career building? The choice of careers and their development is a universal life-long concern of every thinking youth and enlightened citizen, a concern left to the sole disposal of an individual’s personal decision. The choice of careers and their development is a universal life-long concern of every thinking youth and enlightened citizen, a concern left to the sole disposal of an individual’s personal decision. Opinion 08 Oct, 2025
Nepal at the edge: Courage, corruption, and the call for Gen Z leadership Nepal at the edge: Courage, corruption, and the call for Gen Z leadership I am a Gorkhali. I am a Gorkhali. Opinion 01 Oct, 2025
Power of Zen-Z demographics: And the next roadmap for Nepal Power of Zen-Z demographics: And the next roadmap for Nepal The demographic dynamics of Nepal has changed fast. The demographic dynamics of Nepal has changed fast. Opinion 29 Sep, 2025
ACT NOW: You, Me, Community – Ending Rabies Together ACT NOW: You, Me, Community – Ending Rabies Together Each year on 28 September, World Rabies Day reminds us of a sobering truth: rabies is one of the most fatal diseases, yet it is 100% preventable Each year on 28 September, World Rabies Day reminds us of a sobering truth: rabies is one of the most fatal diseases, yet it is 100% preventable Opinion 27 Sep, 2025
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.
Kathmandu RSP President Lamichhane, LSP Chair Thakur meet President of Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) Rabi Lamichhane and Chair of Loktantrik Samajbadi Party (LSP) Nepal Mahantha Thakur held a meeting today.
Nepal Health Insurance Board orders lawful service delivery, warns of action The Health Insurance Board has directed all affiliated healthcare service providers to strictly comply with regulations while delivering services under the national health insurance programme.
Photo Gallery Serpentine Bhojpur Road A serpentine road stretching from Bhojpur bazaar via Kotdanda to Behere Dobhan along the Pikhuwa River has increasingly drawn domestic tourists for its striking landscape views.
Nepal Family member of Gen-Z movement victim appointed at NEA A family member of a victim of the 2025 Gen-Z protests has been provided employment at a government institution.
