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Nepal’s 75 years of democratic journey marred by instability, 50 govts and unmet aspirations
With the promulgation of the constitution, the people expected political stability and economic development. However, in almost a decade since the promulgation of the constitution, the people's aspirations remain unfulfilled. On the contrary, nearly a dozen governments have been formed in the meantime.
Feb 19, 2025
Pathibhara Cable Car Dispute: Why Are Locals Demanding ...
Pathibhara Cable Car Dispute: Why Are Locals Demanding ...
Feb 18, 2025
Nepali student’s death in India exposes harrowing abu...
Nepali student’s death in India exposes harrowing abu...
Feb 18, 2025
Bestsellers but No Blueprint: Why Nepal Still Lacks a B...
Bestsellers but No Blueprint: Why Nepal Still Lacks a B...
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Social media from the eyes of Nepali women: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly
Social media from the eyes of Nepali women: The Good, The Ba...
Nepali women representing different strata of society may have their reasons to use the platforms they do, but there is one thing in common: Many entered the realms of social media hesitantly, only to kill the sudden idle hours thrust upon them by several months of lockdown triggered by the COVID-19...
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SOCIETY, Republica Watch
From Struggle to Hope: How IVF is enabling parenthood for hundreds of couples in Nepal
From Struggle to Hope: How IVF is enabling parenthood for hu...
Fertility struggles are deeply personal and often painful for many couples, particularly in societies where parenthood is seen as a vital part of one's identity. For Slesha and Niranjan, a couple living in the US, the dream of becoming parents seemed out of reach after years of unsuccessful attempts...
Feb 06, 2025
SOCIETY, Republica Watch
Singlehood is no barrier as Nepali women move on
Singlehood is no barrier as Nepali women move on
As more Nepali women embrace singlehood—whether through choice, widowhood or separation—their growing financial independence and shifting social norms are reshaping traditional family structures. With nearly a million single women households in Nepal, the latest census highlights a signi...
Feb 05, 2025
SOCIETY, Republica Watch
Taking youth activism to decisive level in addressing climate crisis
Taking youth activism to decisive level in addressing climat...
Humanitarian aid workers have found that young women and girls are being more affected by disasters caused by climate change. According to them, women are suffering from various types of abuse, the risk of trafficking, and the burden of household chores. Public health workers have experienced many p...
Jan 30, 2025
SOCIETY, Republica Watch
From war to cart: Ex-Maoist combatant turns to vegetable vending
From war to cart: Ex-Maoist combatant turns to vegetable ven...
Sabitri Khadka, formerly known as Rekha during her time as a Maoist combatant, reflects on her journey from fighting in Nepal’s armed insurgency to selling vegetables from a cart in Kathmandu. Once a trusted member of the People's Liberation Army, she spent 11 years in the movement, enduring b...
Jan 27, 2025
SOCIETY, Republica Watch
Chained for 32 years, Iman Singh finally finds freedom
Chained for 32 years, Iman Singh finally finds freedom
An inspiring story of how love, care, support and proper medication helped a man’s successful recovery from a serious mental health issue triggered by the shattered dream of becoming a Lahure.
Jan 24, 2025
SOCIETY, Republica Watch
‘Justice is dying in Nepal. Let’s save it!’
‘Justice is dying in Nepal. Let’s save it!’
The judiciary “which was not constitutionally independent but was independent in practice during the Panchayat system, and which is constitutionally independent today but not independent in practice” has rapidly turned into an instrument of privilege, rather than a guardian of the people...
Jan 19, 2025
SOCIETY, Republica Watch
Not just the home, women hold the key to running the country
Not just the home, women hold the key to running the country
Women’s presence has been growing in every sector in Nepal, including the civil service. This has been possible as more and more women realize the importance of being educated and feel confident to compete with men in any sector. This growing presence of women in almost all sectors proves beyo...
Jan 16, 2025
SOCIETY, Republica Watch
Is Nepal Losing its Soulful Grip on Yoga?
Is Nepal Losing its Soulful Grip on Yoga?
Yoga's popularity is skyrocketing, but in Nepal, its birthplace, a battle is brewing between tradition and commercialism. This ancient practice, once revered for its spiritual depth, is now being packaged for tourists as "Instagrammable" moments in luxurious retreats, sometimes overshadowing its tru...
Jan 16, 2025
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Mothers in wake of foreign employment: Struggles with unwanted pregnancies and shattered d...
Mothers in wake of foreign employment: Struggles with unwant...
In Nepal, foreign employment is often seen as a path to prosperity, but for many women, it becomes a journey marked by exploitation, heartbreak and shattered dreams. Among them is a 32-year-old mother who returned home carrying the weight of an unwanted pregnancy—a painful reminder of the abus...
Jan 13, 2025