Aesha Bajracharya

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Basnet’s political literacy initiative targets legislation gap to empower Nepali women

Published On: March 8, 2024 12:30 PM NPT By: Aesha Bajracharya

Prakriti Bhattarai Basnet, who motivates Nepali women seeking to break barriers and claim their rightful place in political leadership, is the co-founder and chairperson of Political Literacy for Women (PLW). Basnet has dedicated herself to empowering Nepali women by increasing their political literacy.

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International Tribunal on Evictions calls for action as forced evictions continue despite constitutional protections

Published On: February 25, 2024 05:30 PM NPT By: Aesha Bajracharya

KATHMANDU, Feb 25: The Constitution of Nepal, despite guaranteeing the right to housing, has failed to prevent forceful evictions, violating human rights.

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Kathmandu turns into a melting pot of ideas as activists from around the world gather to envision a better world

Published On: February 17, 2024 08:35 AM NPT By: Aesha Bajracharya

KATHMANDU, Feb 17: In the heart of Kathmandu, within the premises of Bhrikutimandap, a profound brainstorming is underway. The World Social Forum 2023 has turned the city into a melting pot of ideas, activism, and cultural expression, all aimed at shaping a better world.

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‘We make a living by singing songs on the streets, don’t evict us’

Published On: February 7, 2024 10:30 AM NPT By: Aesha Bajracharya

KATHMANDU, Feb 7: The government authorities who are responsible for protecting the rights of persons with disabilities have failed to fulfill their responsibility effectively.

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Deities return home, but are they still safe?

Published On: February 5, 2024 08:30 PM NPT By: Aesha Bajracharya

KATHMANDU, Feb 5: In ancient times, when there was no legal system, the societies of Nepal were based on the belief system in the divine power, which manifested in the form of worshiping of deities and idols. Since time immemorial, Nepal has been enriched with unique cultural artifacts that reflect its history, origin, and the way of life. The cultural artifacts have been shaped with distinct characteristics of each dynasty, signifying historical achievements and the development of society.

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Cricketer Lamichhane awaits full text of district court’s verdict to move high court

Published On: January 12, 2024 10:12 PM NPT By: Aesha Bajracharya

KATHMANDU, Jan 12: Cricketer Sandeep Lamichhane is currently awaiting the full text of the district court’s verdict to appeal the rape case against him in the high court.

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Gaushala 26 lodges complaint with Cyber Bureau alleging breach of privacy

Published On: January 11, 2024 09:24 PM NPT By: Aesha Bajracharya

KATHMANDU, Jan 11: Gaushala 26 has lodged a complaint with the Cyber Bureau of Nepal Police against disclosing her identity as a victim in the cricketer Sandeep Lamichhane rape case.

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Cricketer Lamichhane to appeal in High Court for justice following verdict of district court

Published On: January 11, 2024 08:00 AM NPT By: Aesha Bajracharya

KATHMANDU, Jan 11: Cricketer Sandeep Lamichhane’s lawyer Saroj Krishna Ghimire is preparing to appeal in the High Court for justice, insisting that Lamichhane is not found guilty on any basis, reason, or evidence.

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Nepalis leave home to build their dream homes

Published On: December 20, 2023 03:58 PM NPT By: Aesha Bajracharya

KATHMANDU, Dec 19: Sunil Kumar Mohato, 28, a resident of Barahathawa, Sarlahi, returned to Nepal after working in Malaysia for eight years. He is leaving home on Wednesday to go to Malaysia again for five years with a dream of building his own house.

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TU sets world record with over 26,000 attendees at convocation ceremony

Published On: December 18, 2023 03:00 PM NPT By: Aesha Bajracharya

KATHMANDU, Dec 18: Tribhuvan University (TU) has set a world record in the ‘Official World Record’ for graduating the highest number of students in the world at once during a convocation ceremony.

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Govt restrictions leave women migrant workers in danger as they are forced to resort to illegal routes

Published On: December 18, 2023 02:27 PM NPT By: Aesha Bajracharya

KATHMANDU, Dec 17: The age limit imposed by the government to ensure the safety of women migrant workers for domestic work during foreign employment has created many challenges. These restrictions have compelled women to choose illegal routes, exposing them to the risk of human trafficking rather than providing protection.

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Urban Nepali women face an invisible struggle against menstrual taboos

Published On: December 8, 2023 07:01 PM NPT By: Aesha Bajracharya

KATHMANDU, Dec 8: Nepali women residing in urban settlements are practicing ‘chhaupadi’ in a different form which is invisible, and goes unnoticed.

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‘Denied’ justice, dowry victim Neha Chaudhary knocks doors of activist Durga Prasai

Published On: December 5, 2023 08:45 PM NPT By: Aesha Bajracharya

KATHMANDU, Dec 5: Neha Chaudhary, a dowry victim who has been awaiting justice for a year, has knocked on the doors of  Durga Prasai, a medical practitioner and political activist, for help in her pursuit of justice.

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Dowry victim Chaudhary appeals for help in pursuit of justice

Published On: November 28, 2023 05:45 PM NPT By: Aesha Bajracharya

KATHMANDU, Nov 28: Internationally, a 16 days of activism campaign  against gender-based violence is being observed from November 25. Many civil society organizations, security forces, governmental agencies, and international organizations have joined 16 days of activism to unite for the elimination of violence against women and girls.

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CSOs urge govt to work towards ensuring climate justice for Nepal COP-28

Published On: November 21, 2023 08:30 AM NPT By: Aesha Bajracharya

KATHMANDU, Nov 21: Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) have urged the government to work towards ensuring climate justice for Nepal at the upcoming COP-28.

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What are legal measures in place to ensure child protection in Nepal?

Published On: November 20, 2023 03:01 PM NPT By: Aesha Bajracharya

KATHMANDU, Nov 19: Article 39 (5) of the Constitution of Nepal, 2015 stipulates that no child shall be subjected to child marriage, illegal transportation, abduction/kidnapping, or taken hostage.

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What is Nepal’s roadmap to safeguard child rights?

Published On: November 20, 2023 01:58 PM NPT By: Aesha Bajracharya

KATHMANDU, Nov 19: It has been 30 years since Nepal ratified the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child in 1989. Nepal committed to ensuring the rights of children by becoming a party to this convention on September 14, 1990.

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SC schedules preliminary hearing on petitions against TikTok ban in Nepal on Nov 20

Published On: November 17, 2023 08:30 PM NPT By: Aesha Bajracharya

KATHMANDU, Nov 17: The Supreme Court (SC) is to preside over a preliminary hearing on November 20 in relation to the writ petitions filed against the government decision to ban TikTok, a popular social networking site.

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Presidential pardons and their impact on victims and society: A call for justice

Published On: October 11, 2023 02:30 PM NPT By: Aesha Bajracharya

KATHMANDU, Oct 11: In a recent controversial decision, President Ramchandra Paudel granted a presidential pardon to Yograj Dhakal, also known as Regal, a convicted murderer responsible for the death of Chetan Manandhar. This decision has ignited widespread debate and criticism within Nepali society, raising important questions about justice and the rights of crime victims.

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Are reproductive rights only a matter of women?

Published On: August 22, 2023 08:30 AM NPT By: Aesha Bajracharya

KATHMANDU, Aug 22: The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) organized a media consultation on Sunday at Vivanta Hotel, Jhamsikhel in Lalitpur aiming to delve into Nepal's recent population trends and the nation's progress in implementing the commitments outlined in the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD).

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