- Sunday, 26 October 2025
Ritu Raj Subedi
Thriving Nepal-China Ties
Nepal and China have maintained a profound friendship since antiquity. Their bond continues to be a global exemplar, notwithstanding their significantly different geographical sizes, economic strengths and
Constitutional Resiliency And Gen Z Movement
Nepal's Constitution has reached 10 years old today, marking a milestone in deepening the culture of constitutionalism and democratic governance. Constitution Day offers a moment to reflect on its adaptiv
Time To Display Diplomatic Acumen
Nepal is now facing a diplomatic stand-off with India and China, its immediate two neighbours, over their recent deal to resume bilateral trade through Lipulek Pass, located in the far-western part of Nepal. Despite enjoying cordial relatio
Focus On Implementation Of Past Accords
As Nepal and China are observing the 70th anniversary of the establishment of their diplomatic relations, the focus must be shifted to implementing various bilateral agreements signed between the two nations. Despite having close and c
Honour Unsung Heroes
Nepali migrant workers are often considered unsung heroes because their contribution to the national economy is not well recognised. As they return home after toiling in foreign soils for year
Bolster Public Institutions For Robust Republic
The republican system, established 17 years ago, has already taken deeper root. In 2008, the country's politics took a historic course: the 240-year monarchy was formally abolished by the elected Constitue
Can Trump, Putin Seal Ukraine's Destiny ?
Although the telephone conversation between US President Donald Trump and his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin, on May 19 failed to strike a deal on an immediate ceasefire on the Russia-Ukraine conflict, it has further bolstered personal bonhomie between the presidents of the two
Knowledge, Information And Media
There is a popular saying: ‘knowledge is power.’ This aphorism carries the eternal verity that humanity has been embracing for centuries. The importance of knowledge has gained promi
Royalist Protests Morph Into Mayhem
Almost 17 years after its abolition, pro-monarchical forces have come to the streets with a vengeance. But their protests on Friday turned anarchist and violent at Tinkune and Koteshwor
USAID, Deep State And Trump Tremors
The United States of America is undergoing a seismic shift under its new President Donald Trump. His series of executive orders has/have rattled both allies and adversaries alike. These swe
Triumph of Audacity Over Autocracy
The first democratic revolution, spearheaded by Nepali people in 2007 B.S. (1951), was an epoch-making moment in the history of Nepal. It overthrew the 104-year-old feudal autocratic Rana rule and put the n
Nepal-China Ties Reach Milestone
This year marks the seven decades of establishment of Nepal-China formal relations. The two nations are poised to observe the 70th anniversary of their diplomatic ties meaningfully, focusing on the speedy i
Heavyweights Switch Allegiance
With less than a year left for its 15th general convention, Nepali Congress (NC) is witnessing intense internal polarisation, making its battle for new leadership tough, complex and nail-biti
Consensus Must For Statute Revision
Following the formation of coalition government of Nepali Congress and CPN-UML about six months ago, the oppositional politics has drastically weakened in the country. In the parliamentary democracy, the role of opposition is cons
Shera Durbar, Dibya Upadesh And Independence
On Saturday, Prithvi Jayanti was observed organising a variety of programmes. The special day has been marked to commemorate the contributions of Nepal’s founding father Prithvi Narayan S
