Thousands of anti-government protesters threw confetti and chanted slogans in Nepal’s capital on Wednesday to celebrate Parliament’s reinstatement by the Supreme Court. The court order was major blow …
Political crisis means boom times for Nepal’s flag makers
Since Nepal’s prime minister dissolved parliament in December, chaos has engulfed the Himalayan nation, with huge protests and the ruling party split into two warring factions.
Political crisis raises business for Nepal’s flag makers
Demonstrations, whether for or against PM K.P. Sharma Oli, are a sea of colourful flags and banners.. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Political crisis raises business for Nepal’s flag makers
Demonstrations, whether for or against PM K.P. Sharma Oli, are a sea of colourful flags and banners.. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Political crisis and protests signal boom times for Nepal’s flag makers
One shop had no work for a year but has now hired four new workers after receiving flag orders from all across the country.
Celebrations in Nepal after supreme court reinstates parliament
People hit the streets of Kathmandu, lighting candles and celebrating as Nepal’s supreme court overturns the prime minister’s decision to dissolve parliament, a move the court termed unconstitutional.
CNI announces ‘Make in Nepal-Swadeshi’ campaign
Confederation of Nepali Industries (CNI) has launched the ‘Make in Nepal-Swadeshi’ campaign. The campaign was announced today with an aim to bring 1,000 industries into operation every year. Under the …
Uproar in Nepal over proposed law to restrict women travelling to Gulf nations, Africa
KATHMANDU – In a controversial move, the Nepali government has proposed a new law that would require women to seek permission from their male guardians and local government wards before they can …
Amid price hike, fuel smuggling from Nepal to Bihar in full swing
Petrol and diesel prices are much cheaper in neighbouring Nepal, which, ironically, imports almost all of its petroleum products from India.
Supporting climate action through gender-responsive budgeting in Nepal
Women are critical actors in climate change adaptation and their knowledge and capacity must be recognised to strengthen climate actions. Gender-responsive budgeting was introduced in Nepal over a …