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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.

With Karki’s plate already full of managing various actors, assigning the task of diplomatic engagements should have been a priority since she took office on …

Politics  the_farsight

A National Geographic Traveller feature was widely misrepresented by Nepali media as a culinary endorsement of Mithila Thali. The article makes no such claim.

Art & Culture  Prabina Khadka

Oli secures third consecutive term as party chief with overwhelming delegate support and sweeping victories, strengthening his grip over the party and national politics.

Politics  the_farsight

Based on observational data, the study finds that heavy five-day rainfall events are now about 28–160% more intense in Sri Lanka and 9–50% more intense …

Environment  the_farsight

DSM data from the federal agriculture department point to rising soil acidity, low organic matter and nutrient deficiencies, especially in the Terai, compounding climate stress …

Environment  the_farsight

The Society urged for an assessment of judicial performance vis-à-vis available resources, infrastructure and human capacity to determine whether delays and case backlogs stem from …

Society  the_farsight

Oxford University Press has named rage bait its 2025 Word of the Year, highlighting growing concern over how provocative online content fuels outrage and reshapes …

News  the_farsight

The incidents occurred at Brown University in the US state of Rhode Island late Saturday night and at Bondi Beach, a popular tourist area in …

International  the_farsight

The property declarations of 10 cabinet members, including the prime minister, remain confidential, limiting external scrutiny and accountability.

Politics  the_farsight

Nepal’s foreign service receives its biggest reinforcement yet as MoFA appoints 67 new officers, including 27 women.

News  the_farsight

Following public scrutiny after granting tax exemptions to Dolma, Nepal has formally terminated its 1999 Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement with Mauritius, citing conflicts with domestic …

Economy  the_farsight

Ghising’s decision to transfer Shakya appeared biased and retaliatory, says the Supreme Court

News  the_farsight

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