The COVID-19 pandemic is having tremendous effects on the world’s economy and social fabric of every society. Data suggest that women and girls in particular are facing a greater risk from this …
Meeting family planning needs in Nepal’s quarantine centres
There were four couples staying at the centre, undergoing a mandatory 14-day quarantine after returning from India. They said the family planning supplies were absolutely needed. “The women were …
Fresh hill demand for Nepal treaty review
Gorkhas in the hills have been for decades seeking the review of the treaty and the revocation of its Article VII that allows free passage and stay for the residents of India and Nepal on a reciprocal …
China occupies Nepal land, Oli Govt keeps mum
China has occupied a village of Nepal and allegedly removed the boundary pillars to legitimise its annexation, top Government sources said on Tuesday. It has also been learnt that China has gradually …
More Tensions Ahead For Neighbouring Countries? Nepal FM Radios Broadcast Anti-India Propaganda Across Border, Residents Claim
Nepal’s Parliament unanimously passed Constitution Amendment Bill to update its new political map which incorporated three strategically important Indian areas nameldy Kalapani, Lipulekh and …
India Is Paying the Price for Neglecting its Neighbors
Narendra Modi came to power promising to prioritize relations with countries such as Bangladesh, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. China is taking advantage of his …
Nepal’s coronavirus cases surge past 10,000 as tourism remains shut
A man wearing a face mask covers himself with a plastic sheet as heavy monsoon rain falls over Kathmandu, Nepal, 22 June 2020. EFE-EPA/NARENDRA SHRESTHA Demonstrators hold placards during a protest …
Study: Strong momentum for green finance in Bangladesh, Mongolia and Nepal
A new report by the International Finance Corporation (IFC) facilitated Sustainable Banking Network (SBN) shows that Bangladesh, Mongolia, and Nepal have identified green finance as a top priority for …
China’s answer to India crackdown: Dragon eyes Bangladesh, Nepal with better trade deals
However, Indian exporters feel it will be tough for Bangladesh to ramp up supplies to China and improve trade balance, given Beijing’s typical use of non-tariff barriers to scuttle tariff concessions …
Friction with India: China lures Bangladesh, Nepal with trade sops
However, Indian exporters feel it will be tough for Bangladesh to ramp up supplies to China and improve trade balance, given Beijing’s typical use of non-tariff barriers to scuttle tariff concessions …