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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.

Over 2,200 delegates are weighing KP Sharma Oli’s establishment control against Ishwar Pokhrel’s reformist challenge, while youth participation and factional negotiations shape the outcome.

Politics  the_farsight

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

Politics  the_farsight

Unable to secure a vote of confidence, Madhesh Province CM Saroj Kumar Yadav resigned from the post. The Supreme Court has ordered the next government …

News  the_farsight

The Upendra Yadav-led party begins a month-long movement across all parliamentary constituencies, pushing for stronger federalism, proportional representation, provincial autonomy, and special measures for Dalits, …

Politics  the_farsight

The provincial plan proposes NRs 1,500 per kattha for farmers affected by drought and floods and a monthly allowance of NRs 2,000 for unemployed undergraduates, …

Politics  the_farsight

Following the allegations of nepotism and favouritism in appointments, the prime minister on Wednesday downsized her secretariat from 20 members to just six key positions, …

Politics  the_farsight

Media reports suggest the Chief Private Secretary appointed his wife and other relatives. The office says the hires were based on trust, not nepotism, but …

Politics  the_farsight

A seven-party coalition representing 76 members voted to remove Speaker Ram Chandra Mandal, citing partisan conduct and procedural irregularities. The move also reflects broader concerns …

Politics  the_farsight

Province Head Bhandari appoints CPN‑UML’s Saroj Kumar Yadav as CM; opposition parties maintain that coalition formation under Article 168(2) remains possible.

Politics  the_farsight

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, …

Politics  the_farsight

Nepal has a historic chance to enfranchise millions of Nepalis through absentee voting mechanism. The law exists. Ground work is there. A bold political will …

Elections  Aman Pant

The claim was simple: wear a school uniform, and the police can’t touch you. Within hours, it was everywhere—on TikTok, Facebook, Instagram reels, leading children …

Politics  Vivek Baranwal

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