The state oil monopoly says requiring citizenship certificates or National IDs is an initial trial to prevent hoarding during shortages.

Journalist Kishor Shrestha’s arrest raises questions over when an alleged breach of privacy becomes a criminal offence.

The Jana Aastha Saptahik editor-in-chief was arrested over an alleged privacy law violation and is scheduled to be presented in court on Thursday, as journalists protest and the FNJ demands his immediate release.

Press Council Nepal says 119 journalists were affected by intimidation, physical attacks, arrests and other forms of interference over the past fiscal year.

From Susmita Adhikari to Hisila Yami and Arzu Rana Deuba, women have often found themselves caught in political crossfire.

A rainy-day video of three Rolpa schoolgirls has sparked online attention, but rights advocates warn of privacy breaches, exploitation and long-term harm.

A growing trend of filming and confronting civil servants on camera for social media clicks is blurring the line between journalism and intimidation.

Media groups point to ministerial warnings, online intimidation, a disputed advertising policy and court rulings as evidence of growing pressure on the press.

Kathmandu District Court jails Saroj Mishra for four months over a 2023 report.

Government announces investigation.

Prime Television says it inserted beep sounds after a verbal caution from the Press Council, while artists accuse state institutions of undermining freedom of expression.

Pushpa Kamal Dahal’s daughter rejects claims that she is preparing to flee the country, describing them as part of a politically motivated “media trial”.

At a time when the government is courting one controversy after another, the prime minister’s digital footprint has channelled public energy into superficial online disputes, observers say.

Once the backbone of communication, the postal system now relies largely on government business.

Fresh controversy surrounding the veteran journalist has revived debate over media ethics, privacy, accountability and the legacy of a 23-year-old tragedy.