The legend of Singha Sartha Aju

Singha Sartha Aju, also known as Simhasartha Bahu, is a revered figure in Nepali folklore, particularly among the Newar community

Everything you need to know about Nagaloka and serpent kings in prehistoric Kathmandu Valley

In Hindu and Buddhist mythology, the Kathmandu Valley was once home to a vast lake known as Nagadaha, the home

Why are Nepali youths not reading?

It is deeply concerning to witness a growing trend among teenagers: they spend an increasing amount of time watching short-form

Dawa Tashi Sherpa: Meet the Nepali man who is a symbol of triumph and survival on Everest’s deadly slopes

In the heart of Nepal’s Everest region, at 2,300 meters above sea level, lies Sibuje, a remote Sherpa village untouched

Children and Youth Dialogue: An opportunity to reimagine role of youth in policy making

Amid strong criticisms against a political system incapable of effectively tackling the most daunting problems faced by Nepal, there is

Dr Vidhu Prakash Kayastha

Dr Vidhu Prakash Kayastha, PhD in Journalism and Mass Communication with extensive experience as a communication expert including with UN Agencies, is a journalist, writer, and media educator based in Kathmandu. He contributes articles in English, Nepali, and Hindi to various newspapers and research journals published in Nepal, India, Bhutan, and the UK.


The legend of Singha Sartha Aju

Singha Sartha Aju, also known as Simhasartha Bahu, is a revered figure in Nepali folklore,

Everything you need to know about Nagaloka and serpent kings in prehistoric Kathmandu Valley

In Hindu and Buddhist mythology, the Kathmandu Valley was once home to a vast lake

Dawa Tashi Sherpa: Meet the Nepali man who is a symbol of triumph and survival on Everest’s deadly slopes

In the heart of Nepal’s Everest region, at 2,300 meters above sea level, lies Sibuje,

Risk communication for reducing disaster impacts

The past year has been a stark reminder of Nepal’s vulnerability to natural disasters, with

Ajimas in Kathmandu: The guardians of the ancient city

The presence of the Ajimas in the heart of the spiritually-connected Kathmandu Valley has given

Nepal grapples with a past that refuses to stay buried and a present teetering on the brink

Kathmandu: The streets of Kathmandu descended into chaos on Friday as pro-monarchy protests escalated into

Stoning the hornet’s nest

In a move that has sent shockwaves through Nepal, the government has sacked Kulman Ghising,

Persecuting Dalits in the name of religion

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