Nepal

Nepal recently named a new Kumari or living goddess. But some western activists consider the practice to be a violation of children's rights.

Oct 10, 2008 - Thom Simonson

After months of in-fighting the Republic of Nepal has its first Prime Minister, with "Prachanda", the Maoist leader, emerging as the winner of Friday's election.

Aug 15, 2008 - Ross Adkin

After newly elected Vice President Paramananda Jha took oath of office in Hindi, Nepal has been broiled in a language debate.

Jul 30, 2008 - Bhumika Ghimire

After months of uncertainty and political wrangling, Nepal finally elected its first president on Monday July 21, 2008

Jul 23, 2008 - Bhumika Ghimire

Growth in Nepalese immigrant community in the United States has contributed to steady rise of ethnic Nepalese media in the country.

Jul 14, 2008 - Bhumika Ghimire

After weeks of in-fighting and bickering, finally Nepal seems to be heading towards political stability. Maoists are expected to form a new government.

Jun 29, 2008 - Bhumika Ghimire

Nepal, one of the poorest countries in the world, is facing economic woes after years of instability. The current environment of confusion is hurting the economy.

Jun 9, 2008 - Bhumika Ghimire

On May 28th,2008 Nepal was declared a Federal Democratic Republic,peacefully deposing 240-year old monarchy.King is now a regular citizen, with no special powers.

Jun 1, 2008 - Bhumika Ghimire

The 240-year-old monarchy was abolished at the first sitting of the Constituent Assembly after political infighting was overcome, ushering in a new era for Nepal.

May 28, 2008 - Ross Adkin

Nepal's Maoists may have won majority in Constituent Assembly elections,some of their members are still more comfortable with the jungle's way of doing politics.

May 19, 2008 - Bhumika Ghimire

On May 28th, Nepal is set to announce abolition of centuries old monarchy and declare the country a republic.King Gyanendra is making rounds of temples to save his throne

May 12, 2008 - Bhumika Ghimire

Indian government has announced that it is willing to work together with the Maoists but powerful opposition parties are not happy to see red storm rising in Nepal.

May 5, 2008 - Bhumika Ghimire

Maoist leader Prachanda promises to embrace capitalism in an effort to revive Nepal's battered economy during a meeting with the country's business leaders.

Apr 23, 2008 - Bhumika Ghimire

Constituent Assembly elections held on April 10th, delivers a big surprise to two largest political parties in the country-Nepali Congress and the Nepal Communist Party.

Apr 16, 2008 - Bhumika Ghimire

Optimism both in and outside Nepal on Thursday 10th April as polling is conducted relatively safely throughout the country but results are being anxiously waited for.

Apr 10, 2008 - Ross Adkin

Nepal is going to the ballot for the first time. So far calm has prevailed but there could be serious questions to be answered when results are announced later.

Apr 10, 2008 - Ross Adkin

Nepali laborers in Saudi Arabia face dismal working conditions and ill treatment by employers. Migrant laborers in the Kingdom are often treated less than equal.

Apr 8, 2008 - Bhumika Ghimire

Ongoing pre-election violence in Nepal is raising serious questions over whether the country is equipped to provide adequate security for the polls.

Apr 1, 2008 - Bhumika Ghimire

Tibetan monks, refugees and supporters gather in front of the Chinese Embassy in Kathmandu to protest China's violent crackdown in Tibet.

Mar 25, 2008 - Bhumika Ghimire

Nepal is getting ready for constituent assembly elections to frame new constitution. Majority support declaring the country a Republic but royalists vow to save monarchy.

Mar 13, 2008 - Bhumika Ghimire

Political unrest in Nepal is getting worse by the day. Bloggers are now debating the volatile situation in the country.

Feb 28, 2008 - Bhumika Ghimire