OPINION
Claim Without Strategy: Nepal’s Lipulekh Dilemma
Claim Without Strategy: Nepal’s Lipulekh Dilemma
Nepal’s repeated ritualistic protests over Lipulekh, Kalapani, and Limpiyadhura highlight a long-standing gap between legal claims and actionable diplomacy, underscoring the need for a clear doctrine that balances sovereignty, access, and shared benefits.
Mar 31, 2026
Editorial
From Promise to Performance
From Promise to Performance
The Balen-led government’s early reform push and streamlined cabinet have raised public expectations, but its credibility will hinge on delivering good governance, ensuring impartial justice, and tackling corruption decisively.
Mar 31, 2026
WORLD
Yemen's Houthis join Mideast war -- what comes next?
Yemen's Houthis join Mideast war -- what comes next?
After the Middle East war broke out, the Houthis had voiced support for their ally in the face of a US-Israeli offensive, refraining from taking part while warning they had their fingers "on the trigger".
Mar 31, 2026
POLITICS
PM Balen reaches out across party lines, begins consultations to understand local needs
PM Balen reaches out across party lines, begins consultation...
According to participants, Shah kept his remarks brief and focused largely on listening to lawmakers’ concerns.
Mar 31, 2026
WORLD
India is 'free' of Maoist insurgency: Interior minister
India is 'free' of Maoist insurgency: Interior minister
India's Maoist insurgency in five key dates
Mar 31, 2026
WORLD
Trump issues new threat to Iran’s civilian infrastructure if a ceasefire isn’t reached ‘sh...
Trump issues new threat to Iran’s civilian infrastructure if...
In a social media post, Trump said “great progress is being made” in talks with Iran to end military operations but bristled that if a deal is not reached and and if the strategic Hormuz Strait is not immediately reopened, the U.S. would broaden its offensive by “completely obliter...
Mar 31, 2026
WORLD
UN force in southern Lebanon says peacekeeper killed
UN force in southern Lebanon says peacekeeper killed
"A peacekeeper was tragically killed last night when a projectile exploded in a UNIFIL position near Adchit al Qusayr," said a statement. "Another was critically injured."
Mar 30, 2026
WORLD
G7 ministers set to tackle financial fallout of Mideast war
G7 ministers set to tackle financial fallout of Mideast war
The United States and Israel launched strikes on Iran in late February and Tehran has hit back by targeting crude-exporting countries in the region and halting shipments through the Gulf.
Mar 30, 2026
SOCIETY
Court marriage gaining popularity in Nepal amid changing social trends
Court marriage gaining popularity in Nepal amid changing soc...
Sociologists view this shift as a sign of social transformation. They argue that court marriage not only saves time and money but also helps discourage practices such as dowry, child marriage, and polygamy. Legal experts also note that such marriages provide official documentation, which is particul...
Mar 30, 2026
ECONOMY
Farmers to get timely payment as govt plans MSP for crops within 30 days
Farmers to get timely payment as govt plans MSP for crops wi...
To ensure fair returns for agricultural produce, the program also introduces a rule requiring buyers to settle payments for purchased farm products within a maximum of 25 days. If payments are not made within that period, buyers will be required to pay interest along with the delayed amount, and the...
Mar 30, 2026