‘Buddha Boy’ in Nepal Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison for Sexual Misconduct with Minor
The Sarlahi District Court in Nepal has sentenced Ram Bahadur Bamjan, known as ‘Buddha Boy’, to 10 years in prison and imposed a monetary fine […]
U.S. Department of State Report Highlights Concerns Over Nepal’s Religious Freedom
On Wednesday, the United States Department of State’s Office of International Religious Freedom released its comprehensive report for 2023, highlighting the state of religious freedom […]
US State Department Report Downgrades Nepal to Tier 2 Watch List for Human Trafficking
Nepal has been downgraded to Tier 2 Watch List on the U.S. State Department’s Trafficking in Persons Report. According to the 2024 Trafficking in Persons […]
Nepali Climber Phunjo Lama Reclaims Record for Fastest Female Ascent of Mount Everest
Nepali climber Phunjo Lama has shattered the record for the fastest ascent of Mount Everest by a woman, reaching the summit in an astonishing 14 […]
SPJ Calls on Nepali Government to Reaffirm Commitment to Free Press
Prominent organization of American professional Journalists, the Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ), expresses deep concern over the recent arrest of Kailash Sirohiya, the esteemed publisher […]
Nepali Doctors Face J-1 Visa Rejections, Intealth Prepares for Communication, Attorney Suggests Alternatives
Numerous Nepali doctors have reported that the U.S. Embassy in Kathmandu has rejected their J-1 visa applications, also known as Exchange Visitor Visas. These rejections […]
24 Historical Artifacts Return to Nepal from Private Collection in the USA
The Embassy of Nepal in Washington, D.C. facilitated the return of 24 cultural artifacts to the Department of Archaeology of the Government of Nepal. The […]
Nepal and Qatar Strengthen Ties with Historic Emir’s Visit
In their conversation with the emir, President Poudel and Prime Minister Dahal raised concerns about securing Bipin Joshi’s release from Hamas. Nepali youth Joshi had […]
Nepal Emerges as a Hub for Eye Treatment in South Asia, Attracting 800,000 Foreign Patients in 2023
Nepal is quickly becoming a major destination for eye care tourism. This development is largely driven by the Nepal Netra Jyoti Sangh (NNJS), a leading […]
Nepal Begins Issuing Permits for Mt. Everest with New Tracking Requirement
Nepal has begun issuing permits for Mount Everest, accompanied by a new tracking requirement, marking a pivotal moment for mountaineers. The Department of Tourism has […]