Groundwater that once lay at 20 to 25 feet is now sinking beyond 110 feet in several parts of the Tarai.

Municipal records show over 6,000 landless residents in Damak as authorities seek updated data on informal settlements.

They say the involvement of the national defence force in the process raises questions over whether the country is being run by the civilian government or the military.

Residents say they fear a similar crackdown, as authorities step up identification of ‘genuine and fake’ squatters across Morang.

Drop in cross-border shopping lifts Nepali traders but draws complaints from residents over higher prices and tighter checks.

Vendors protest lack of alternatives as metropolis begins market clean-up campaign.

Around 60,000 Nepali speaking people in Manipur are living under constant fear and uncertainty.

Impact of skyrocketing petroleum prices and riverbed material shortages threatens factory and project shutdowns.

Local women are running an ‘elephant-friendly’ homestay that provides income, strengthens community ties and redefines the village’s identity.

The Tharu village of Bataraitola is home to around 1,100 people, but over 50 including old and young suffer from severe mobility issues.

The Tharu village of Bataraitola is home to around 1,100 people, but over 50 including old and young suffer from severe mobility issues.

Kathmandu’s former mayor secured 68,348 votes, defeating Oli by nearly 50,000 votes and bolstering his chances of becoming prime minister.

UML chief’s supporters admit he must work harder as voter enthusiasm favours the RSP senior leader.

Residents face lack of land rights, water, housing, and early education.

Another election approaching, Bahundangi farmers still face deadly encounters and rising crop losses from elephant raids as earlier pledges of fencing and protection remain largely unfulfilled.