Nepal’s migrant labour system runs through manpower agencies. So do many of its abuses
By Hom Karki Recruiters say flawed government policies and weak regulation are to blame, while officials accuse agencies of routinely violating foreign employment laws.
Who owns basmati? Nepal enters a global battle over a prized grain
By Upendra Raj Pandey As India and Pakistan compete for geographical indication rights, Nepal is drafting its first GI law to protect products from basmati rice to Ilam tea.
Iran says deal on Strait of Hormuz is close but not enough to open the waterway
By Reuters Tehran says an interim shipping arrangement with Oman is being discussed while it seeks broader concessions from Washington, including compensation, an end to sanctions and the release of frozen Iranian assets.
Sixty years of ‘Revolver’, the album which helped The Beatles push their limits
By Chaitanya Ramachandran Thus began their most intensively creative and experimental era, in which they were able to utilise cutting-edge recording technology to realise their artistic ambitions.
Budget-friendly places for Nepali students in Hamilton
By Post Report A guide to Hamilton’s popular suburbs, weighing rent, convenience, commute and student life.
As Nepali women’s choices expand, marriage becomes an option
By Rishika Dhakal As marriage loses its place as the only marker of adulthood and respectability, more women are deciding whether marriage fits the lives they want.
After Gen Z crackdown failure, Nepal Police to get new riot control gear
By Gaurav Pokharel Home Minister Gurung says a lack of funds had delayed equipment purchases. With the new budget, the procurement process is underway.
Widespread server crashes point to Nepal’s digital state failure
By Sajana Baral Outdated technology, shortsighted procurement, vendor dependency and a chronic shortage of technical personnel are routinely bringing state systems down, leaving citizens without access to basic public services.
Home Minister Sudan Gurung on police firing, Gen Z justice, religious tensions and the criticism he faces
By Krishna Acharya, Gaurav Pokharel & Binod Ghimire In an exclusive interview, Gurung addresses controversies surrounding him, the challenges of modern crowd control, and his vision for institutionalising the ministry.
NPL Season 3 to begin on October 26, final on November 21
By Post Report Even as dates have been announced, the fixtures are yet to be out.
Prime Minister Shah to meet Indian, Chinese envoys on Monday, US Chargé d’Affaires next day
By Anil Giri After completing 100 days in office, the prime minister has adopted a policy of engaging individually with key domestic and diplomatic stakeholders.
Father of soccer star Lionel Messi dies at 68 in Argentina
By Reuters Jorge closely accompanied his son Lionel throughout his career, beginning with his early years at Barcelona. He acted as a crucial pillar of support and, for several years, served as his representative.
Hetauda textile factory’s looms whir again after 24 years
By Pratap Bista A Nepal Army-led test run has revived the state-owned factory, but restarting commercial production will require major investment and modern machinery.
Argentine football prez: Lionel Messi alone will decide when to retire
By Reuters Messi, who turned 39 on June 24, has given no indication when he might retire from international football or how much longer he intends to play for Inter Miami in the MLS.