India allows export of 600,000 tonnes of unmilled rice to Nepal
India accounts for more than 40 per cent of global rice shipments and competes with Thailand, Vietnam, Pakistan and Myanmar.
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Soil shortage, poor demand decimating Bhaktapur’s pottery-making
In the last few years, the traditional occupation has been in a crisis, compelling many families like the Prajapatis to quit the generations-old business and seek alternatives.
Nepal on the verge of serious hunger problems
Nutrition scientists say immediate measures of intervention are needed to avoid further deterioration of the situation.
Calls grow to give migrant workers their due in World Cup-hosting Qatar
Since 2008, more than 11,200 Nepalis have died and over 2,200 been injured in foreign labour destinations.
Nepal government mute spectator as extreme weather hits farmers
As climate change-induced disasters increase, thousands of people face the risk of hunger.
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.
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.