Multidimensional poverty slumped in Nepal before Covid-19: Global report
The Multidimensional Poverty Index is measured based on deprivation across three sectors and 10 sub-sectors including health, education, and living standards.
The Kathmandu Post
Badimalika grasslands are fast losing their unique biodiversity
Locals blame overharvesting of the herbs for their disappearance.
For young Nepalese workers, foreign jobs more crucial than voting
Statistics have showed young Nepalis are leaving the country for foreign employment in record numbers.
Dog hostels in Kathmandu a respite for canine lovers during vacations
Although dog hostels or day care centres are common in developed countries, they are a relatively new phenomenon in developing ones.
Personal feuds, fake social media posts new security risks for the elections
Officials preparing an integrated security plan said intra-party and inter-party rifts were bigger challenges, as compared to armed groups in previous years.
Equitable, resilient and sustainable food system
Nepal has no choice but to increase its agricultural production by enhancing land and irrigation water productivity.
Personal feuds, fake social media posts new security risks for Nepal’s elections
Officials preparing an integrated security plan said intra-party and inter-party rifts pose more of a threat than armed groups.
Nepal’s teachers bunking classes
On any given day, more than 80,000 teachers are estimated to be absent from Nepali schools.
Nepal exports electricity worth over Rs 7 billion to India
Rising earnings from the export of electricity have helped the country maintain foreign exchange reserves at adequate levels and reduce trade deficit with India.
Top Chinese legislator Li Zhanshu arrives in Kathmandu
The visit comes ahead of the 20th National Congress of the Communist Party of China, as well as Nepal’s federal and provincial elections scheduled for Nov 20.