India's Secular, Democratic Fabric Faces Threat

Published On: March 29, 2024 08:30 AM NPT By: Loknath Sangroula

The stage is set for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections in India, with 543 seats up for grabs. Scheduled to begin on April 19 and conclude on June 1, the elections will unfold over seven phases, with results slated to be out on June 4. Prime Minister Modi has already kicked off his campaign, aiming for a repeat of his landslide victories in 2014 and 2019.

Reforming Nepal's Legal Education System

Published On: March 28, 2024 08:33 AM NPT By: Ritesh Panthee

Legal education in Nepal is gaining popularity in situations where there is decreasing enrollment in other subjects. This is a positive sign as it indicates the potential for improvement in the justice sector with the influx of good human resources in the future. However, the shortage of teachers in colleges outside the valley is currently a major challenge.

Human Trafficking - An assault of the human civilization

Published On: March 26, 2024 08:30 AM NPT By: Aslesha Luitel

We reside in a world of 7.8 billion human population. The diversity and differences across the globe is huge and also pretty pleasing to witness. All countries have their own frontier and laws governing the people settling in that very country.

Tourism Can Be A Catalyst For Change in Karnali Province

Published On: March 25, 2024 08:30 AM NPT By: Hari Prasad Shrestha

In 1999, a Nepali film “Himalayan; Caravan” directed by Éric Valli, was the first Nepalese film nominated in the Best Foreign Film Category at the 72nd Academy Awards.

What is the possibility of NC-UML alliance?

Published On: March 24, 2024 09:00 AM NPT By: Narayan Manandhar

Irked by PM PK Dahal’s frequent and unpredictable u-turns in forming and abandoning alliances; together with condescending statements coming from NC stalwarts to form alliance with UML, there is a kind of speculation on the air about possible NC-UML coalition. Except the NC-UML coalition, almost all possible options have been tested. What remains to be seen is the coalition between NC and UML - the two big political parties.

CSE- Where technology meets tradition

Published On: March 23, 2024 09:15 AM NPT By: Shaibya Risal and Gaurab Bhattarai

Comprehensive Sexuality Education (CSE) teaches young people about various cognitive, emotional, physical and social aspects of sexuality. It provides crucial information, life skills and values to young people, enabling them to make informed choices with regard to their health and sexuality.

The power of staying organized

Published On: March 22, 2024 08:30 AM NPT By: Fr. Augustine Thomas, S.J.

Have you ever entered a room with chaos and disorder in their superlatives? Clothes scattered all over the place, papers covering every inch of the table, coffee stains on the floor and tabletop, bedsheets intertwined as if caught in a tornado – this is just the imagery of disorganization.

Open Letter to Narendra Modi, the Prime Minister of India

Published On: March 21, 2024 09:00 AM NPT By: Ram Karki

With great respect and honour for the sacred relationship that exists between India and Bhutan and to help further strengthen the existing relationship, I would like to put forward the following urgent matters to you with the expectation that these matters could find some space during your meeting with Bhutan's monarch and political leaders.

An Open Letter to Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal

Published On: March 20, 2024 12:00 PM NPT By: Raju Prasad Chapagai, Nirajan Thapaliya, & Santosh Babu Sigdel

We, as concerned citizens and advocates of good governance, human rights, and the rule of law, write to express our profound concern regarding the recent appointment of Mr Rabi Lamichane, chairperson of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP), as the Home Minister of Nepal. Your decision in this matter and the subsequent defense of it, rather than a gesture of regret, has raised significant concerns about the integrity of the government and its adherence to constitutional principles, the Good Governance Act, the Convention against Corruption, and the coalition's 8-point agreement.

Mr. Uthal-puthal in doldrums

Published On: March 20, 2024 08:30 AM NPT By: Narayan Manandhar

During his first parliamentary test in January 2023, PM Dahal secured 99% of the votes. He boasted this as a historical, unprecedented event in Nepali politics. During the second test in February 2023, it plummeted down to 64%. Now the figure stands at 59%. There is more of a puthal (downward movement) than an uthal (upward movement) in the vote of confidence.