A new restrictive law introduced by Nepalese government gives authorities powers to block social media platforms and remove or criminalise defamatory posts.
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The Need for Nepal’s Democracy to Address Transitional Justice
Nepal moved to federal structure of governance in 2018 and held elections but failed to deliver justice for country’s decade-long conflict that ended 2006.
VIDEO: Nepal’s Prime Minister Talks Democracy and Peace
Nepalis are pinning their hopes on PM Oli and the newly formed government’s ability to deliver prosperity, political stability, and development.
Three weeks later and Nepal still waits for a new government
Three weeks after the second phase of Nepal’s parliamentary & provincial elections, the country still doesn’t have
Why the Nepal PM Quit Office Ahead of Local Elections
Maoist Nepali Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal resigned on Wednesday leaving a leadership vacuum
Votes Cast in First Nepalese Local Elections in 20 Years
Nepalese are lining up to vote for representatives in municipal and village councils for the first time
Minority Group Wins Promise of Nepal Constitutional Changes
Ethnic Madhesis in nation’s south want Nepal constitutional changes to protect their group’s rights
Nepal Prime Minister’s No-Confidence Vote is Set
Nepal Prime Minister Khadga Prasad Sharma Oli is facing the collapse of his government
Nepal’s Indigenous Blockading Nation For Election Reforms
Humanitarian catastrophe may follow from continued blockade by turbulent Nepal’s indigenous groups
First Female Nepalese President Elected
Bidhya Devi Bhandari elected as the first female Nepalese President in Himalayan nation’s history