For some in Kathmandu, Dashain is just another day
Unable to afford the journey home or even new clothes for their children, daily-wage earners struggle to find joy in Nepal’s biggest festival.
Arati Paudel
Nepal’s flood is over, but the fear remains
Children who survived Nepal's August 26 flood are struggling with sleepless nights, panic, and memories of family members lost, while officials and aid workers race to address a…
How video calls have become the new daily ritual for lonely Nepali parents
As more young Nepalis build lives abroad, ageing parents are relying on daily video calls to stay connected while grappling with the loneliness of an empty home.
Maitighar, where Nepal’s unheard come seeking justice
For citizens failed by the legal system, this Kathmandu roundabout has become a last-resort stage for hope and accountability.
Children of divorce in Nepal face lasting emotional, financial strain
Personal accounts and expert views show how parental separation significantly affects childhood, mental health, and family stability.
They sang on Kathmandu’s streets to survive. The city silenced the music
A municipal crackdown on sidewalk performers has left a community of visually impaired people without a livelihood, sparking protests.
Domestic violence on the rise: Nepal sees 528 spousal deaths in six years
Police data show 68 women were killed by husbands in FY 2025–26 alone. Experts cite relationship stress, mistrust and weak intervention systems as key drivers.
