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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.

Diwakar Adhikari

Ignorance isn’t always bliss.

Don’t stay foolish.

Keep informed.

Read our news & analysis.

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NRs 2.124 trillion

Nepal budget 2026/27

The government has presented a national budget of NRs 2.124 trillion for the fiscal year 2026/27, unveiling a significantly expansionary fiscal plan despite concerns over revenue capacity and spending efficiency.

5,125

Number of fire incidents in 2024

Source: Sundar Sharma, Fire Expert at NDRRMA (2008-2012) | *Data for 2013 is unavailable

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Videos

Budget 2026/27

What is budget, and how is it formed?

Every mid-Ashar, Nepal's fiscal year ends and a new fiscal year begins. Before the start of the new year, the government announces the budget for the coming year. For everyone from the private sector to the general public, the budget is the most important basis for planning for the future.

Economy

Let there be more international students in Nepal

In this second episode, we talk with Prof. Uddhab Pyakurel, Kathmandu University School of Arts, who emphasises that Nepal’s government must prioritise international students — for instance — simplify the visa process and fees for them and extend adequate support to universities, and budgetary support to extend scholarship opportunities to international students.

Society

For balanced international relations, the house has to be in order first

This episode with Gaurab Shumsher Thapa touched upon the foundational understanding of the broader themes of international relations, the history of Nepal's IR, the essence of soft power, national interest, and the principle of Panchsheel.

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