What people want to see are healthy debates on public issues and law-making on that basis.

The more transparent the prosecution process, the greater will be its legitimacy.

Youth trust in the higher education system is at a low, partly due to unruly student unions.

Creating a buffer stock in every province and ensuring sufficient supply is the lasting solution.

Genuine concerns must be addressed, but safe and affordable transport is non-negotiable.

Local health facilities have been unable to prevent deaths from poisonous mushrooms.

As implementers of new order face discredit, the system they helped bring is being questioned too.

The high court’s decision on former minister Alam appears to rely heavily on technicality of evidence.

Why have a constitutional rights watchdog if it is not allowed to carry out even its most basic duties?

The prevention of drowning deaths, the result of systemic inaction, must be a national priority.

While timber harvested in Nepal is rotting away, the country is also importing all kinds of wood products.

Nepalis have stopped believing that their grievances will be heard without a show of force.

While the strength of the new variant is uncertain, it is important to be vigilant.

Forming commissions and study groups is insufficient for the desired administrative reforms.

The health ministry should see the SC directive on mental health to pitch for more government funding.

People can get disillusioned with the state if they cannot get good services even at a high cost.

Future governments must nurture this sapling of global dialogue the Oli government has planted.

If the new TJ appointees too fail, the country’s image and stability could both take a hit.

Timely preparation is a must to prevent a repeat of the yearly water-induced disasters.

Even as intellectual property rights violations put off investors, they also often harm Nepali consumers.