Nepal’s political landscape appears to be undergoing its most dramatic transformation in decades, as early results from the March 5 parliamentary elections point to a sweeping surge for the reformist …
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Nepal Votes After Revolt: Can the Ballot Deliver What the Streets Demanded?
by R. Suryamurthy 6 minutes readNepal goes to the polls on March 5 under conditions that would test even a settled democracy: a snap election forced by bloodshed, a youth-heavy electorate impatient for change, and …
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Nepal approaches its March 5 election not just as a democratic event, but also as a significant milestone that underscores the country’s important role in regional and global conversations. This …
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IMF Reaches Staff-Level Agreement with Nepal Under ECF, Flags Financial Sector Risks and 3–3.5% Growth Outlook
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 3 minutes readThe International Monetary Fund (IMF) has reached a staff-level agreement with Nepal following two weeks of discussions in Kathmandu, signaling continued engagement under the country’s Extended Credit Facility (ECF) program …
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From Poverty Gains to Climate Losses: What ESCAP’s Data Reveal About South Asia
by R. Suryamurthy 5 minutes readSouth Asia is emerging as one of the most consequential battlegrounds for the global 2030 Agenda, with new data showing that hard-won social and economic gains are being steadily undermined …
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Pakistan Lifts Boycott, India–Pakistan T20 World Cup Match in Colombo to Go Ahead as Scheduled
by Anirudh Nairby Anirudh Nair 3 minutes readAfter a 10-day standoff, Pakistan has withdrawn its boycott of the match against India at the 2026 ICC T20 World Cup, clearing the way for the high-profile fixture to be …
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India’s Permanent Mission to UN Marks World Hindi Day in New York, Highlights Global Reach of Hindi
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 4 minutes readThe Permanent Mission of India (PMI) to the United Nations hosted a commemorative event on February 2, 2026, to mark World Hindi Day at its premises in New York. India’s …
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USA Miss Out on the 2026 Women’s T20 World Cup, Yet Signal a Bright Future
by Anirudh Nairby Anirudh Nair 4 minutes readIt was heartbreak for USA Women as they missed out on their maiden appearance at the 2026 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup after falling 41 runs short against Scotland in …
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ECOSOC President Lok Bahadur Thapa Calls for Stronger Multilateral Action at Council’s 80th Anniversary
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 6 minutes readPresident of the Economic and Social Council, Ambassador Lok Bahadur Thapa, emphasized that countries around the world, particularly those in special situations including Least Developed Countries, Landlocked Developing Countries, and …
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U.S. State Department Pauses Immigrant Visa Processing for 75 Countries, Including South Asian Nations
by SAH Staff Reporter 1 minutes readThe U.S. State Department has announced a pause in immigrant visa processing for nationals from 75 countries, including several South Asian nations: Bangladesh, Pakistan, Nepal, Bhutan, and Afghanistan. In a …