Climate change poses a threat to national security. What should Nepal do about it?

Most countries have finally realized the challenges posed by climate change to national, regional and global security. The justification for

A modest proposal for reviving Nepal’s economy

Mia, an abstract expressionist artist, walked through the vibrant streets of Mokum, to get inspired to create a new painting

COP29 |Climate activist Shreya KC explains what’s going wrong with the world and Nepal and what should be done

Over the last few months, I had a series of conversations with Shreya KC, one of the most prominent climate

Readiness, resilience, risk and response

The relationship between humanity and nature has always been delicate. Nature serves as both a provider and an adversary. Despite

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 and detractors.  His opponents fear

Deepak Manange arrested from Kathmandu

Kathmandu: Nepali Police have arrested Rajiv Gurung, widely known as Deepak Manange, a member of the Gandaki Provincial Assembly and former minister, following a Supreme Court verdict that found him guilty of attempted murder. 

The arrest took place on Tuesday in Kathmandu, and he is set to appear before the Kathmandu District Court.

The verdict pertains to a 2004 incident in which Manange, who is known for his criminal background, attacked a rival gang leader, Milan Gurung (alias Milan Chakre), with a sword, causing severe injuries to Gurung’s hand.

In the years since the incident, Manange has risen to prominence in Nepali politics. First elected as an independent representative for the remote district of Manang in 2017, he secured a seat in the Gandaki Provincial Assembly. 

Despite his controversial history, he won re-election in 2022. His political ascent, however, has been clouded by his criminal record, leading to previous imprisonment in April 2018 after serving two years of his sentence.