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The Nepali Congres and the Communist Party of Nepal have been the dominant political forces in the country since the early 1990s, with each party defeating the other in successive polls.

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Dhanmaya Muktangtamang sits beside her 'thuncha' basket ouside her hut in the Beldangi II refugee camp

Dhanmaya Muktangtamang sits beside her 'thuncha' basket ouside her hut in the Beldangi II refugee camp

Bhutanese refugees in Nepal: 'We want to return home'

Thousands of Nepali-speaking Bhutanese fled their homeland in the 1990s. Decades later, many remain in limbo.

Nepal's prime minister, KP Sharma Oli, waves at Kathmandu airport on December 2

Nepal's prime minister, KP Sharma Oli, waves at Kathmandu airport on December 2

Nepal looks to kick start stalled China-funded projects

The stakes are high for Nepal's new leader to show progress on getting planned infrastructure projects off the ground.

The boot of Andrew Irvine

The boot of Andrew Irvine

Mount Everest: The 100-year mystery of Mallory and Irvine

Mountaineers recently discovered the foot of Andrew Irvine on Mount Everest. Did he make history before anyone else?

Nima Rinji Sherpa returning to Nepal from China

Nima Rinji Sherpa returning to Nepal from China

Nepali teen hailed after setting 8,000-meter peak record

Nima Rinji Sherpa has set a record as the youngest person to summit all of the world's 8,000-meter peaks.

A man on an inner tube in a flooded alleyway

A man on an inner tube in a flooded alleyway

Nepal in state of emergency amid severe flooding, landslides

More than 190 people have lost their lives in severe flooding and landslides, and many people are still missing.

In this aerial image of the Kathmandu valley, Bagmati River is seen flooded due to heavy rains in Kathmandu.

In this aerial image of the Kathmandu valley, Bagmati River is seen flooded due to heavy rains in Kathmandu.

Nepal floods, landslides kill at least 151 people

Monsoon rains triggered floods and landslides in Nepal, killing over a hundred. Dozens more are reported to be missing.

Nepal | Flut

Nepal | Flut

Over 100 people dead in Nepal floods

Rescue workers are out in force, bringing people to safety through flood waters. Dozens are still missing.

Nepalese police warn pro-democracy demonstrators during violent confrontations in Kathmandu on Sunday April 9, 2006

Nepalese police warn pro-democracy demonstrators during violent confrontations in Kathmandu on Sunday April 9, 2006

Nepal: Will new laws offer closure to war crime victims?

Nepal's transitional justice law is aimed at addressing war crimes committed during the country's decade-long civil war.

A bus drives along the Prithvi Highway between Kathmandu and Pokhara in Nepal

A bus drives along the Prithvi Highway between Kathmandu and Pokhara in Nepal

Nepal: 14 dead after Indian pilgrim bus plunges into river

The bus, carrying 40 people, left the highway as it traveled from the tourist city of Pokhara to the capital, Kathmandu.

Two masked men in dark green uniforms and helmets, carrying guns, stand in front of a truck with a white mobile office on the back, with red writing in Cyrillic advertising military contracts

Two masked men in dark green uniforms and helmets, carrying guns, stand in front of a truck with a white mobile office on the back, with red writing in Cyrillic advertising military contracts

How Russia is recruiting foreigners to fight in Ukraine

Russia is recruiting citizens from countries of the global South to fight against Ukraine. DW spoke to some of them.

A young Nepalese works in a kitchen in Portugal

A young Nepalese works in a kitchen in Portugal

Why are Nepalese shunning Gulf and Asia to work in the EU?

More and more Nepalese workers are moving to Europe, preferring it to usual destinations in Asia and the Middle East.

The Kathmandu International Airport in Nepal,

The Kathmandu International Airport in Nepal,

Nepal: Helicopter crash leaves 5 people dead

The helicopter crashed in the mountains northwest of Kathmandu.It is currently unclear what caused the crash.

Rescuers line up on a steep bank next to a muddy river in Nepal

Rescuers line up on a steep bank next to a muddy river in Nepal

Nepal: How monsoons bring rain, landslides, and tragedy

The Himalayan country of Nepal is vulnerable to catastrophic landslides, but steps could still be taken to save lives.

The family of Bipin Joshi seen in June 2023

The family of Bipin Joshi seen in June 2023

Nepal family holds out hope for son taken hostage by Hamas

A Nepali student who went to Israel for an internship was taken hostage in the Hamas terror attacks.

The site of a Saurya Airlines plane crash in Kathmandu, Nepal

The site of a Saurya Airlines plane crash in Kathmandu, Nepal

Nepal: Plane crashes in Kathmandu with 19 on board

The Saurya Airlines plane was reportedly heading from the capital, Kathmandu, to the tourist hub of Pokhara.

Rescuers looking for survivors after two buses were swept by a landslide off the highway and into a swollen river in Nepal

Rescuers looking for survivors after two buses were swept by a landslide off the highway and into a swollen river in Nepal

Nepal: Rescuers losing hope of finding landslide survivors

A first body has been found after some 51 people in two buses were swept into Nepal’s Trishuli river by a landslide.

Rescuers search for survivors in river Trishuli in Simaltar on July 12, 2024

Rescuers search for survivors in river Trishuli in Simaltar on July 12, 2024

Nepal: Over 50 missing after landslide sweeps away buses

Three people were found and rescue teams are scouring an area where two buses were swept into a swollen river.

Two marchers kiss while draped in a rainbow flag during a pride parade in Kathmandu

Two marchers kiss while draped in a rainbow flag during a pride parade in Kathmandu

Nepal: Same-sex couples face hurdles on road to recognition

Even with Nepal's Supreme Court ruling in favor of same-sex marriages, many legal hurdles persist for LGBTQ+ couples.

People wade through a flooded road along the bank of overflowing Bagmati River following heavy rains in Kathmandu

People wade through a flooded road along the bank of overflowing Bagmati River following heavy rains in Kathmandu

Nepal: Monsoon rains cause deadly flash floods, landslides

Officials say at least 14 people have been killed as Nepal is lashed with heavy rainfall.

Ram Bahadur Bamjan, known by his followers as 'Buddha Boy,' seen meditating among a group of monks in southern Nepal

Ram Bahadur Bamjan, known by his followers as 'Buddha Boy,' seen meditating among a group of monks in southern Nepal

Nepal convicts 'Buddha Boy' of child sexual abuse

The controversial spiritual leader had spent years on the run before Nepalese officials arrested him in January.

Aita Prasad Gurung, 40, cuts a honeycomb as he hangs onto a ladder made by villagers using bamboo and tree trunks

Aita Prasad Gurung, 40, cuts a honeycomb as he hangs onto a ladder made by villagers using bamboo and tree trunks

In Nepal, climate change threatens honey hunters' tradition

The Himalayan honeybee is in danger, threatened by erratic weather conditions caused by climate change.

Kami Rita Sherpa is pictured on the summit of Mount Everest during his 28th summit in Everest,

Kami Rita Sherpa is pictured on the summit of Mount Everest during his 28th summit in Everest,

Nepal: 'Everest Man' Kami Rita claims record 29th summit

Renowned Sherpa guide Kami Rita has broken his own record of scaling to the summit of Mount Everest.

Nepali students in Kathmandu burn the map of ''Akhanda Bharat'' installed at the Indian parliament building

Nepali students in Kathmandu burn the map of ''Akhanda Bharat'' installed at the Indian parliament building

Nepal map on currency note stirs up border row with India

India has objected to a proposed Nepalese bank note with a map that claims border areas currently under India's control.

Nepalese climber Phurba Tenjing Sherpa on Mount Everest

Nepalese climber Phurba Tenjing Sherpa on Mount Everest

Everest climbing season with new rules and question marks

As the 2024 Everest season starts, climate change is increasing risks and causing new and unexpected problems.

A framed photo of a solider sits on the grass, surrounded by flowers and candles

A framed photo of a solider sits on the grass, surrounded by flowers and candles

Nepal's mercenaries fight for Russia

Why are Nepalese combatants risking their lives fighting alongside Russian troops?

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Poverty fuels kidney crisis in Nepal

A significant number of migrant workers are returning to Nepal with kidney damage.

Lilu Gurung, a Nepalese widow wearing a headscarf looking sad

Lilu Gurung, a Nepalese widow wearing a headscarf looking sad

Nepal is losing young men to Russia's war in Ukraine

Young Nepalese lured into the Russian army have ended up on the front lines in Ukraine with little or no training.

A view of two Indian women smiling, their faces covered in orange, red and yellow colors

A view of two Indian women smiling, their faces covered in orange, red and yellow colors

Hindus celebrate Holi, the festival of colors

Millions of Hindus in South Asia are marking the beginning of spring, and each region has its own traditions.

Nepalese journalists protesting

Nepalese journalists protesting

Press in crisis in Nepal as media revenue dips

Scores of Nepalese journalists have lost jobs or found different careers as media work becomes financially unviable.

Cricket player Sandeep Lamichhane during a match against Scotland in February 2023

Cricket player Sandeep Lamichhane during a match against Scotland in February 2023

Nepalese star cricketer Lamichhane convicted of rape

Nepalese cricketer Sandeep Lamichhane faces up to 10 years in jail after being convicted of raping an 18-year-old girl.

Survivors of the Nepal earthquake try to keep themselves warm outside their damaged houses

Survivors of the Nepal earthquake try to keep themselves warm outside their damaged houses

Nepal earthquake survivors deal with deadly cold

Survivors of the November quake are still at risk. At least 34 have died after weeks in makeshift tents in the cold.

Village life in Khumjung, Nepal

Village life in Khumjung, Nepal

How tech can help build communities

From 3D-printed houses, apartments entirely made from recycled materials and high-speed internet access in remote Nepal.

Nepal Army

Nepal Army

Nepal: Concerns grow over young people joining Russian army

The Nepali government recently announced six of its citizens had been killed while fighting for Moscow.

Surendra Pandey and Maya Gurung hold hands

Surendra Pandey and Maya Gurung hold hands

Nepal same-sex marriage a milestone for LGBTQ rights in Asia

Nepal has become the first country in South Asia to legally recognize a same-sex marriage.

Hands holding phone trying to open TikTok app to no avail

Hands holding phone trying to open TikTok app to no avail

Nepal is latest Asian country to ban social media app TikTok

Nepal's TikTok creators are furious at government over banning of app amid fears of Bejing gaining undue influence.

Prem Pariyar, far right, and other members of Californians for Caste Equity pose together

Prem Pariyar, far right, and other members of Californians for Caste Equity pose together

Caste equality advocates in the US vow not to give up

Despite a California veto on adding caste as a protected category, efforts to recognize caste discrimination continue.

A closeup of a hand holding a smartphone with TikTok open

A closeup of a hand holding a smartphone with TikTok open

Nepal bans TikTok citing 'indecent materials'

It follows a similar move by India in 2020 to ban the Chinese video-sharing app.

Erdbeben Nepal

Erdbeben Nepal

Nepal tremor prompts call for quake-resistant infrastructure

Many structures in earthquake-prone Nepal are unable to withstand the frequent tremors.

People stand in the ruins of a house that has been destroyed by an earthquake

People stand in the ruins of a house that has been destroyed by an earthquake

Nepal earthquake kills more than 150

Nepal's worst earthquake in eight years has killed at least 150 people and shaken buildings as far away as New Delhi.

The funeral procession in Chiuri, Nepal

The funeral procession in Chiuri, Nepal

Nepal: Villagers cremate victims of devastating earthquake

The remote village of Chiuri held a funeral for the 13 residents who were killed in the earthquake on Friday.

Survivors are seen at the Jajarkot district hospital in the aftermath of an earthquake in Jajarkot

Survivors are seen at the Jajarkot district hospital in the aftermath of an earthquake in Jajarkot

Nepal earthquake kills over 100

Many people were asleep in their homes when the quake struck just before midnight. Tremors were felt in New Delhi too.

Nepal's Prime MInister Pushpa Kamal Dahal takes a bouquet of flowers from a girl in China

Nepal's Prime MInister Pushpa Kamal Dahal takes a bouquet of flowers from a girl in China

Nepal moves closer to China but dodges security alliance

China and Nepal pledged to boost trade, but Nepalese PM Pushpa Kamal Dahal is less enthusiastic about a security pact.

Nepal I Personal in einer Apotheke in Lalitpur

Nepal I Personal in einer Apotheke in Lalitpur

We need to talk about antibiotics & sugar

How our overuse of antibiotics puts us at risk of superbugs that are immune to drugs. Plus the dangers of sugar.

A bird flies with Mount Everest seen in the background from Namche Bajar, Solukhumbu district, from which the plane had taken off

A bird flies with Mount Everest seen in the background from Namche Bajar, Solukhumbu district, from which the plane had taken off

Nepal: 6 die after helicopter crashes near Mount Everest

Six people have died after a helicopter carrying foreign tourists crashed in Nepal.

A person silhouetted against the sun drinks water from a plastic bottle as the heatwave continued to sweep through the Himalayan Nation on one of the hottest days of June, 2023

A person silhouetted against the sun drinks water from a plastic bottle as the heatwave continued to sweep through the Himalayan Nation on one of the hottest days of June, 2023

Nepal struggles with blistering heat wave

Those hit hardest lack access to cooling fans and air conditioners.

Pushpa Kamal Dahal and Narendra Modi stand next to each other at lecterns

Pushpa Kamal Dahal and Narendra Modi stand next to each other at lecterns

Nepal, India strike cross-border infrastructure deals

During a high-level meeting, the South Asian neighbors increased cooperation on connectivity and energy infrastructure.

A view of Kangchenjunga covered in snow

A view of Kangchenjunga covered in snow

Missing German climber Stitzinger found dead in Himalayas

A Bavarian mountain-climbing enthusiast went missing several days ago after climbing the world's third-highest mountain.

Pasang Dawa Sherpa holding two saplings in 2022

Pasang Dawa Sherpa holding two saplings in 2022

Nepali climber ties record after 27th Mount Everest ascent

Meanwhile, a former Gurkha soldier also made history as the first double amputee to reach the summit.

Kami Rita Sherpa smiles at the camera and waves the Nepali flag.

Kami Rita Sherpa smiles at the camera and waves the Nepali flag.

Mount Everest: Nepali sherpa sets record with 27th climb

Kami Rita Sherpa has scaled the summit of the world's highest mountain almost every year since 1994.

Pasang Dawa Sherpa, a 26-time Everest climber

Pasang Dawa Sherpa, a 26-time Everest climber

Sherpa becomes 2nd person to scale Everest 26 times

A Nepali Sherpa guide climbed Mount Everest for the 26th time, becoming the second person in the world to do so.