Legal actions and social campaigns have failed to make people in Nepal’s remote western regions understand the urgency of abolishing the deadly tradition.

While many appreciated the increased size of the purse, others were upset at the disparity between rewards for individual and team events.

A recipe for Newar food lovers.

It is an interesting twist to the traditional momos

The low-carb, high-fat and -protein diet might be difficult for Nepalis obsessed with dal-bhat and momos, but these recipes could be help you follow your diet plan without compromising on taste.

'It can be the best food for someone who eats rice on a regular basis.'

Concerned government agencies are responsible for inequalities in human development, experts say.

Belief in superstition and the abuse of human rights that comes with it is widespread in this mountainous district of about 200,000 people.

The task of the deputy speaker is to run the house in the speaker’s absence but the position doesn’t allow one to take decisions independently.

A total of 2,715 athletes from hosts Nepal alongside Pakistan, India, Sri Lanka, the Maldives, Bhutan and Bangladesh competed at the regional sporting spectacle.

Lime extraction has also endangered aquatic life in the Sunkoshi river since the residue pollutants from the excavation site finds its way into the river.

Powerhouse India’s absence in major games, high altitude, cold weather and home advantage contributed to Nepal’s dramatic medal haul.