Women and tokenism: The Kathmandu Post
The world is forging ahead towards gender inclusivity, bringing more women to the fore. Even so, genuine gender equality and inclusion is far from ensured. These seemingly…
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When crime pays: The Kathmandu Post
The country’s two biggest and best established political parties are openly promoting criminals and gangsters.
Monsoon-displaced families in Nepal yet to get promised money
At least 140 people have died since June 10. Local officials say they are helpless as relief funds are tied up in red tape.
Melodies from the heart
Pahenlo Batti Muni makes music by combining bits and pieces from everything. Ranging from experimental rock to indie genres, their songs often reflect the band members’ personal…
Nepali government appoints first woman chief secretary
Lila Devi Gadtaula becomes first woman to hold top bureaucratic position.
Nepal plane crash: 18 confirmed dead, pilot sole survivor
The aircraft had suffered a runway excursion and plunged into a gorge on the eastern side of the airport.
Broken ladder for women in politics
The current state of the Nepali Cabinet is not just a disappointment; it is an outrage, the writer says.
Behind Oli’s sly return to power
He may have tossed the idea of constitutional amendments with the intent of humouring New Delhi, the author writes.
Nepali Prime Minister Oli secures vote of confidence
PM Oli secures 188 votes, exceeding two-thirds majority by four votes.
Monsoon-induced disasters claim 125 lives in 38 days in Nepal
There are also 143 people injured as floods, landslides displaced 3,721 households.