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Nepal’s New Government Must Act on Longstanding Refugee Issu...

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With a stable government emerging in Kathmandu, Nepal has a rare opportunity to revive diplomacy with Bhutan and seek a just resolution to the decades-long Bhutanese refugee crisis.
3 days ago
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Pilgrimage to Wankhede: T20 World Cup saga

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 A Nepali fan’s journey to Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium during the T20 World Cup becomes a deeply emotional experience of national pride, diaspora connection, and the joy of finally cheering for Nepal on cricket’s global stage.
5 days ago
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A “Beyond” Strategy for Nepal’s Foreign Affairs

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The national discourse about foreign politics has always lacked imagination, constrained by traditional binary choices centred on the two neighbouring nations, with occasional additional squabbles about determining the USA’s interests in Kathmandu.
6 days ago
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India and Nepal: Democratic Partners in a Shared Political J...

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India has played a consistent role in supporting Nepal’s democratic evolution by sharing electoral expertise, strengthening institutions, and promoting inclusive democratic processes while respecting Nepal’s sovereignty.
Mar 11, 2026
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When Life Turns Inward

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When I look back at my father now, I no longer see someone who withdrew from society. I see someone who stopped confusing movement with meaning. His life did not become smaller; it became clearer. He belonged to his land, his family, and the few friendships that truly mattered. That was enough.
Mar 10, 2026
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Diaspora, Youth, Digital Generation and Nepal’s Political Br...

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  Nepal’s political breakthrough reflects the convergence of diaspora engagement, youth participation, digital connectivity, and generational change, culminating in the RSP’s decisive electoral success and a challenge to reshape governance.
Mar 09, 2026
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The Burden of Hope – Election’s New Mandate

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“Of all ills that one endures, hope is a cheap and universal cure.” – Abraham Cowley
Mar 09, 2026
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When the Symbol Becomes the Candidate: Lessons from Nepal’s...

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How digital media, youth mobilization, and strategic branding reshaped Nepal’s recent election campaign.
Mar 07, 2026
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I Didn’t Vote Because the Diaspora Couldn’t

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Nepal’s democracy remains incomplete as millions of diaspora workers and professionals who sustain the economy are excluded from the electoral process.
Mar 06, 2026
OPINION

From Rallies to Reflection: Choosing Nepal’s Future

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Nepal’s voters face a historic moment today, as citizens cast their ballots with the responsibility to choose accountable leaders, uphold the constitution, and shape the nation’s future.
Mar 05, 2026