Impunity in Nepal: A persistent crisis of justice

A culture of impunity—where perpetrators of grave crimes evade accountability—has seeped into Nepal’s political, judicial, and social fabric, leaving victims

How the US immigration system is failing Bhutanese refugees

It is exhausting to hear some of my fellow countrymen echo political rhetoric with blanket statements like, “I don’t support

Monarchy or republic? Without budget credibility, neither will make lives better

Last few weeks, the media and the streets have been resonant with pro-monarchy voices. In response, some republican forces have

Persecuting Dalits in the name of religion

On March 20, 2081, houses of Dalit community were demolished in Aurahi Municipality-5, Siraha district of Madhesh Province of Nepal.

Nepal’s post-earthquake recovery: What the UN can do

I still remember the chaos of April 25, 2015. The ground beneath me trembled violently, buildings cracked like fragile shells,

Mahabir Paudyal


‘Key to achieving women’s rights is through wider coordinated solidarity, collaborative efforts and collective action’

There are only three women in the 25-member council of ministers of the federal government,

Donald Trump’s return to the White House: What does it matter to Nepal?

Kathmandu: Donald Trump evokes both fear and loathing and fascination and fondness among his supporters

In Nepal, why has implementing the diplomatic code of conduct become a tough job?

Kathmandu: Narayan Kaji Shrestha wears many hats. He is the leader from the ruling Maoist

Discoursing Nepal’s foreign policy and domestic politics with Pradeep Gyawali

Kathmandu: Foreign factors, for that matter also the geopolitical factors, surface as a recurring theme

Modi 3.0 and Nepal-India relations: Dr Minendra Rijal’s insights on what it means and does not mean for Nepal

Kathmandu: The third term prime ministership of Narendra Modi in India has been interpreted in

South Asian leaders in swearing-in ceremony: India’s neighborhood first policy or a formality?

Kathmandu: The leader of the coalition led by Bharatiya Janata Party’s Narendra Modi is taking

Explained | What’s this brouhaha about the 100 rupee Nepali note?

Kathmandu: The government of Nepal last week took the decision to issue the new 100