A key deal was reached in Beijing yesterday, setting the path for China to make big inroads into Nepal. Seven years after an original understanding for Kathmandu to be a part of Beijing’s Belt and Road Initiative, or BRI, today’s agreement establishes the foundation for project execution. KP Sharma Oli opted to visit Beijing instead … Read more
In a groundbreaking move, Nepal has become the first South Asian country to officially register a same-sex marriage, marking a significant step towards recognizing and protecting the rights of the LGBTQ+ community. The historic event took place in Dordi Rural Municipality of Lamjung district in Western Nepal, where trans-woman Maya Gurung, 35, and Surendra Pandey, … Read more
In a bid to prevent escalating clashes between Hindus and Muslims, a lockdown has been imposed and security bolstered in the town of Nepalgunj, located in southwest Nepal. The unrest began when a Hindu youth posted a contentious message about Muslims on social media, leading to protests within the region’s main government administrator’s office, street … Read more