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March 5 Election and Nepal’s Youthquake

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Nepal’s March 5 election marked a dramatic political upheaval, as voters—driven largely by youth anger and frustration with the establishment—handed the RSP a historic landslide and rejected the country’s traditional parties.
2 days ago
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Nepal’s Digital Crossroads: Building a Transparent Future

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As Nepal’s digital economy expands, building a transparent and enforceable data-governance framework will be crucial to protecting citizens’ rights and sustaining public trust in the country’s democratic future.
3 days ago
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Nepal Elections: A Call for Generational Shift

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Nepal’s latest election reflects a powerful generational shift, as voters—driven by youth activism and frustration with the political establishment—propelled new leadership and reshaped the country’s political landscape.
3 days ago
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The Thread of Sanity: Finding My Way Through the Tangles of...

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The quiet rhythm of knitting and crochet reveals how simple crafts can help people process trauma, restore calm and find meaning during life’s most difficult moments.
4 days ago
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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.
5 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.
Mar 13, 2026
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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.
Mar 12, 2026
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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