Author: Onu Akter

Nepal has called on Israel and Iran to avoid further military escalation and instead use dialogue to ensure peace in the region. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) issued a press statement on Friday urging both countries to adopt a peaceful and diplomatic path to resolve the growing tension. The appeal from Nepal came after Israel launched what it described as a preemptive strike on Iran. This move, led by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defence Minister Israel Katz, has escalated fears of broader conflict in the Middle East. “Nepal urges both sides to avoid escalation and adopt a…

The government of Nepal has appointed Sabina Maskey as the Officiating Managing Director of Nepal Telecom. This change comes after a corruption case was filed against the former Managing Director, Sangita Pahadi. The Commission for the Investigation of Abuse of Authority (CIAA) submitted the case on Friday to the Special Court. The case names Pahadi, other officials, foreign nationals Long Yong and Hong Wei, and the Chinese company Asia Info Pvt. Ltd. Nepal Telecom spokesperson Rabindra Manandhar confirmed that Maskey has taken charge to help stabilize the company during this period. The case alleges misuse of authority and irregularities linked…

President Ramchandra Paudel said that schools play a major role in developing athletes. He spoke at the opening ceremony of the 15th President’s Running Shield Sports Tournament at Dasharath Stadium. He pointed out that education and sports together can help young people grow stronger and become active in nation-building. He explained that education provides knowledge and awareness, while sports teach discipline, energy, and teamwork. When these come together, they help children and youth grow in all areas. He said that villages and schools act as the foundation for producing athletes. That is why sports should be promoted more at the…

Nepal has imported over 14,000 electric vehicles from China through the Rasuwagadhi border point over the past ten years. This information was shared by the Rasuwa Customs Office. It shows Nepal’s growing interest in clean and green transport. A total of 14,500 electric vehicles have entered Nepal through the Rasuwagadhi-Kerung route. However, only 2,570 of these vehicles have cleared customs and are currently on their way to Kathmandu. The rest remain stuck at Timure, Ghattakhola, and Rasuwagadhi due to customs delays. These delays are caused by limited customs staff, small processing areas, and slow paperwork. As a result, vehicles wait…

Nepal’s federal parliament has not been able to function for 15 days due to strong protests by opposition parties. The protest began on May 27, 2025, after a major visit visa scandal was uncovered at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. The opposition has been blocking sessions in the lower house, demanding a proper investigation into the scam. At the center of the controversy is Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak, who is being accused of allowing corruption and mismanagement within his ministry. The scandal involves illegal payments made by people trying to travel abroad using visit visas. These payments were reportedly collected…

The 25th BET Awards took place Monday night, celebrating a mix of entertainment, social messages, and iconic figures. The ceremony highlighted powerful speeches, emotional moments, and musical tributes as it marked a major milestone in honoring Black excellence. Doechii won best female hip-hop artist, her first-ever BET Award. During her speech, she drew attention to recent immigration raids and protest crackdowns happening nearby. She spoke about fear and chaos created under the name of law and order and called on people to stand together and speak up for oppressed communities. Her words brought urgency and emotion to the event, resonating…

Nepal and Saudi Arabia have reached a major agreement to send Nepali workers to the Gulf country. This decision was made during a meeting between Nepal’s Labour Minister Sharat Singh Bhandari and Saudi Arabia’s Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Tariq Al Hamad. The meeting took place on the sidelines of an international event earlier this week. The agreement focuses on sending general and skilled workers to Saudi Arabia. It also includes a new programme to certify workers’ skills before they leave Nepal. This is expected to help workers find better jobs and improve safety and wages. Nepal had already approved…

Nepal’s fiscal policy for 2082/83 exposes deep cracks in the country’s federal system, raising concerns over political stability, governance inefficiency, and stalled development. Despite the constitutional promise of a three-tier federal structure, the reality remains a system dominated by centralized control. Over 64 percent of government expenditure still lies with the federal level, while provincial and local governments receive only 9.9 and 25.9 percent respectively. Revenue collection is even more imbalanced, with the federal government controlling 92 percent of total revenues. Nepal’s federalism was designed to empower local governance, yet poor implementation has weakened state institutions. The budget for 2082/83…

The Indian mission in Nepal recently brought together diverse communities through the game of cricket. Held from May 31 to June 8, the Indian Ambassador’s Cricket Tournament took place at the Tribhuvan University Cricket Ground. The event featured six teams representing various sectors including diplomats, media professionals, businesses, and the Indian diaspora in Nepal. This friendly tournament showcased a mix of sportsmanship, diplomacy, and community bonding. According to the Indian mission’s press release, the participating teams were the Indian Embassy, Nepal’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the British Embassy, the Federation of Nepali Journalists Association, representatives from corporate houses, and members…

Migration has always been a part of human life. People move for better jobs, education, healthcare, and living conditions. In Nepal, internal migration has become a growing trend. People are moving from villages to cities at an alarming rate. This is changing how the country works, lives, and builds its future. On a recent trip to remote villages in Kaski, one thing stood out—silence. Once full of life, the villages now feel empty. Houses are locked. Fields are uncultivated. The only ones left are older residents, holding onto family land. The young people have gone to cities like Pokhara, Butwal,…