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Say No to Racial, Caste Discrimination
Say No to Racial, Caste Discrimination
Caste discrimination and racism are major problems in Nepal. Despite having legal recourse against race and caste discrimination, lower-caste individuals are discriminated against on a daily basis. In rural Nepal, for example, individuals of what is considered to be "upper castes" will not touch low...
2 hours ago
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Ensure Merit-based Appointments
Ensure Merit-based Appointments
The government's recent appointments in the police force and the academic area are a significant step toward guaranteeing competent leadership in key institutions. The appointments hint at the government's dedication to seniority and meritocracy, which is aptly demonstrated by the choice to name Add...
3 days ago
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Neta vs Janata
Neta vs Janata
I could have easily titled this piece as “leaders vs followers” but the sweetness that comes with the use of Nepali words neta vs janata, in a politicalized context, can never be found in English words.
3 days ago
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Act with Urgency on Administrative Reforms
Act with Urgency on Administrative Reforms
Finance Minister Bishnu Paudel’s candid admission that the government is struggling to meet even recurrent expenditures through existing revenue sources should serve as a wake-up call for Nepal’s leadership. The fiscal warning is clear: without bold and immediate reforms, the government&...
4 days ago
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Time to Rethink Student Leadership
Time to Rethink Student Leadership
The Free Student Union (FSU) election is taking place on Chaitra 5th in all constituents and affiliated campuses of Tribhuvan University (TU). Historically, the FSU usually advocates for student rights, academic growth, democracy, and freedom. However, reflecting on the FSU’s past activities a...
4 days ago
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Cost-cutting Matters
Cost-cutting Matters
The simmering tussle between the federal and provincial governments played out in October 2024 when Bagmati Province's Labor, Employment and Transportation Minister Laxman Lamsal filed a writ petition at the Supreme Court, demanding scrapping of Urban Area Public Transport (Management) Act.
5 days ago
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Monarchy's Resurgence: A Whiff of Hope or Political Failure?
Monarchy's Resurgence: A Whiff of Hope or Political Failure?
A crowd of around 10,000 to 15,000 people welcomed former King Gyanendra to Kathmandu. Supporters chanted, "Bring back monarchy," expressing their continued support for the king, who was removed from power in 2008. This raises the question: If he is still so loved, why was he removed in the first pl...
5 days ago
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A Misguided Move
A Misguided Move
The government's ongoing preparation to institutionalize lifelong state benefits to former VVIPs—ranging from presidents, vice presidents, prime ministers, to chief justices and parliament speakers—has triggered a public outrage across the country.
6 days ago
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Drivers, Be Aware
Drivers, Be Aware
An adage on driving goes thus: The journey is smoother when everyone follows the rules. Traffic rules exist for a reason; respecting them keeps the road safe. That appears to be at the heart of a new draft law formulated by the Ministry of Transport.
Mar 15, 2025
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A Milestone for Consumer Rights
A Milestone for Consumer Rights
Nepal's first consumer court finally appears to be a reality after years of delay, with consumers being able to seek legal action against unfair business practices starting March 15.
Mar 14, 2025