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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.

Speaker and deputy speaker elected, ordinances approved, and reports tabled in the brief April 2–10 sitting as budget season approaches.

Politics  the_farsight

Petrol, diesel and LPG prices increased sharply from Friday, with the NOC citing rising global costs and mounting losses despite partial tax relief.

Economy  the_farsight

Slower tourist arrivals, rising transport costs, and potential supply chain disruptions are expected to constrain growth through FY26, the Bank noted.

Economy  the_farsight

Coordinated strikes across Beirut, southern Lebanon, and the Bekaa Valley hit Hezbollah targets and urban areas, threatening already fragile peace efforts.

International  the_farsight

Routine approval follows earlier board clearances from these development banks, with funds directed toward digital public infrastructure and credit access reforms.

Economy  the_farsight

Artemis II sets a new human spaceflight record, sending four astronauts farther from Earth than ever before gathering critical data for future lunar exploration.

International  the_farsight

Rain spreads across multiple provinces as a new western system triggers thunderstorms, snowfall, and possible hail in parts of the country.

News  the_farsight

Gunakar Bhatta and Kiran Pandit get key economic roles as the government halves fuel taxes in its meeting on Tuesday.

Politics  the_farsight

Kandel’s recent role defending Rabi Lamichhane raises concerns about perception, if not legality, in a post that demands trust and independence.

Politics  the_farsight

Investor confidence rebounds as NEPSE climbs to 2,760, buoyed by government reassurances.

Market  the_farsight

Although legal provisions allow 60 days after appointment, the party went a step ahead in it’s ‘citizen contract’ promising to make their properties public before …

Politics  the_farsight

Fuel prices rise for the third time in a month as Nepal Oil Corporation struggles with mounting losses driven by global oil market pressures.

Economy  the_farsight

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