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Technofeudalism with Nepali characteristics
How a nation that survived kings, Maoists, and catastrophes is now learning to genuflect before a new kind of lord
Seasons of uncertainty: the quiet reshaping of lives across Nepal
From a cherished apple tree in Manang that ultimately disappeared despite weathering decades of odds to drying wells in Madhesh, communities across Nepal are navigating how climate change is reshaping livelihoods, landscapes, and the choices people make about their futures.
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NEPSE extends decline for second session
Turnover crossed NRs 5.62 billion in the final session of the week, but broad-based selling pressure dragged the benchmark index lower. Kalinchowk Hydropower hit another …
NEPSE falls by double digits, trading volume slumps
The stock market closed lower on Thursday, with the benchmark NEPSE index shedding 13.46 points as most sectoral indices declined and daily turnover dropped below …
Technofeudalism with Nepali characteristics
How a nation that survived kings, Maoists, and catastrophes is now learning to genuflect before a new kind of lord
Seasons of uncertainty: the quiet reshaping of lives across Nepal
From a cherished apple tree in Manang that ultimately disappeared despite weathering decades of odds to drying wells in Madhesh, communities across Nepal are navigating …
US abducts President Maduro with assault on Venezuelan sovereignty
In a brazen military operation, US forces under Trump abducted Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, escalating global tensions and challenging the rules-based international order.
What does Oli’s return to UML leadership mean in politics?
KP Sharma Oli’s re-election underscores a hard truth of Nepali politics: organisation still beats outrage, crisis still breeds power, and institutions endure even as legitimacy …
The unravelling of Sudan Gurung
Every time Sudan explains, contradictions become more glaring. His stances, more inappropriate and anarchic.
PM Karki’s challenges and dilemmas
Nepal’s interim administration faces a delicate transition. At the centre is its interim leader PM Sushila Karki with mounting pressures stemming from her own biases, …
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Budget 2026/27 bets on NRN access, Nepal Telecom share sale and trading reforms
From divesting government’s shares to opening door for NRN Participation
‘Umbrella Over the Lamb’ wins top honor at Short Film Development Lab 2026
The Short Film Development Lab was launched to support Nepali short films at the development stage, offering mentorship from industry professionals and opportunities to connect …
From a tribute night to Bob Dylan and embroidery workshop to TEDx event and curated space for introverts, Kathmandu’s cultural calendar stays packed for June …
Agriculture investment subsidy, fertilizer budget, and irrigation expansion announced
Farmers investing up to NRs 20 million in agriculture will be eligible for a 40% incentive subsidy under a pilot program
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Government unveils NRs 2.124 trillion budget for 2026/27 marking sharp expansion
The figure represents a notable increase compared to the current fiscal year. Last year, the government had introduced a budget of NRs 1.964 trillion, which …
Finance Minister Swornim Wagle set to present Budget 2026/27
Finance Minister Swornim Wagle is set to unveil the first national budget under the Rastriya Swatantra Party-led government, with promises of economic reform, tax relief, …
Nepal’s gold sector squeezed by quotas, taxes and smuggling
If Nepal wants a healthy, transparent, and globally competitive gold jewellery sector, serious reforms are necessary, particularly stable and transparent gold import policy, taxation and …
NEPSE slips 9.24 points as trading turnover falls to NRs 4.85 billion
The market closed lower on Tuesday after two straight days of gains, with most sector indices declining and daily turnover dropping sharply from the previous …
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