A major test for Nepal’s new PM is pursuing development goals without getting caught in geopolitics.

Any reform must respect our geographic diversity, cultural pluralism and historical political evolution.

Delivery will test whether the rabble-rousers can remain relevant amid mounting challenges.

Following decades of progress, the challenge today is making democratic governance effective.

This rain would include acids but also likely a host of other pollutants that are harmful to humans and the environment in the short and long term.

In Nepal, a strong majority government represents both an opportunity and a test.

Subnational planning becomes impossible when the centre can pull the plug at will.

The ringing of bells offers Nepalis an opportunity to look ahead with fresh, renewed hope.

A closure of the strait would threaten not only oil and gas exports but also the physical flow of nitrogen-based fertilisers and what is needed to make them.

The path to public positions for women remains blocked by patriarchal gatekeeping and a ‘culture of ‘tokenism’.

Rural women farmers must be recognised as rights-holders with equal claim to opportunities and resources.

Gender inequality is the greatest human rights challenge of our time.

It can fix free-riding behaviour, end patronage and discourage the exodus of Nepali youth.

Expecting socio-economic transformation without changing political culture is pointless.

Karki delivers election

Nepalis are contemplating a new government in the aftermath of the Gen Z revolt.

Given SARS-CoV-2’s devastating impact, identifying definitive intermediate hosts is crucial.

Tomorrow’s ballot may change centre’s faces, but federalism is not ensured by electoral arithmetic alone.

Post-elections, Nepal needs transparent governance and bold, benchmarked bureaucratic reforms.

A managed crawl links the Nepali rupee to the Indian rupee but permits adjustments over time.