Nepal: The importance of collaborative efforts among the three levels of government and other relevant organizations was emphasized in the fight against child labor, a significant issue in Nepal. It was suggested that child labor could be eliminated by creating an environment where children are not compelled to work and are provided with proper education. [...]

Nepal: In the previous fiscal year, the National Human Rights Commission investigated 55 torture complaints and recommended compensation in 17 cases, as well as action against 16 individuals involved in torture. However, no criminal charges were filed against any of the offenders. According to records from the Advocacy Forum Nepal, at least 10 instances of [...]

Nepal: Three weeks ago, Dil Bhushan Pathak reported on the alleged investments of a member of a political family. On June 11, Kathmandu's district court issued an arrest warrant for him after the family filed a complaint with the Cyber Bureau of Nepal Police. Pathak is being pursued under Nepal’s Electronic Transactions Act, a law [...]

Nepal: Revenge-fueled killings are prevalent in various districts of Madhesh province, causing many families to be devastated and communities to live in fear. Even minor disagreements between neighbors are increasingly escalating into murder, motivated by factors such as revenge, romantic entanglements, financial issues, unemployment, and personal grudges. It is crucial to educate the younger generation [...]

Nepal: Drowning is increasingly becoming a public health issue in Nepal, especially in Madhesh Province. The World Health Organization reports that Nepal has one of the highest drowning rates globally, with a mortality rate of 5.4 per 10,000 people. Abandoned open pits, unsecured ponds, and rivers claim lives and devastate families each year. In rural [...]

The ongoing protests by teachers in Kathmandu are drawing attention, as the government has reached out for dialogue to address their concerns. The Ministry of Education, Science, and Technology made a public appeal, encouraging teachers to participate in discussions. Ministry spokesperson Shiv Kumar Sapkota emphasized the government's willingness to engage constructively, stating, "We warmly welcome [...]