US cancels $39 million in aid for Nepal’s federalism and biodiversity projects
The funding for federalism and conservation initiatives halted as part of broader foreign aid cuts.
The Kathmandu Post
A village in Nepal faces the wrath of climate change
Hatuwagadhi’s once fertile land that nourished generations is now at risk of becoming a wasteland, and with it, the livelihoods of many families.
Nepal seeks Qatar’s help to secure release of Hamas hostage Bipin Joshi
Mr. Joshi, a Nepali youth, has been held captive by Hamas since October 2023.
Limited slots at Nepal’s government daycare centres leave working moms without support
The number of women in Nepal’s workforce, both in government and the private sector, has increased in recent years. With both parents working in urban nuclear families, the need…
Teacher accused of inflicting brutal punishment in Nepal
The marks left by the heated spatula are clearly visible on the cheeks of two students, aged 9 and 10.
Nepal’s month-long free health screening commences
Government offers free tests for hypertension, diabetes, renal function, and body mass index measurement at health facilities run by local units.
A new Nepal Police bill creates discontent in the force
The Ministry of Home Affairs registered a ‘Bill to amend and consolidate the laws related to the Nepal Police’ in Parliament on January 28. However, police officials are…
The Ranjana Script: A timeless Nepali cultural treasure
This script features characters embellished with intricate curves and loops, bestowing a distinctive artistic flair upon the language it denotes. Ranjana script is celebrated for…
Nepali Congress-UML wrangling over hospital appointment cripples vital institution
Patient flow has dropped by half as services at the 50-bed Kapilvastu Hospital have declined due to long-running leadership crisis and staff shortage.
Over 15,000 National Identity Cards remain uncollected in Nepal’s Baglung
Although around 200 people visit the office daily for new identity cards, only a small number of them come to collect the prepared cards. Upadhyaya said that only between 20 to 50…