In addition to facing discrimination in public spaces and government institutions, they are often subjected to physical and sexual harassment.

Sama Chakeva is a ten-day festival celebrating sibling bond to ward off evil.

The closure of Ranipokhari pond for Chhath puja, and the single-day holiday leave many Chhath devotees feeling unhappy.

When rural women lack basic health literacy, common gynaecological issues go unchecked, leading to complications. The barriers also include outdated beliefs and superstitions.

Issues often dismissed due to lack of awareness, social stigma and poor treatment set-up.

Many parents complain about their children’s phone use, but often they are no better.

The relentless pursuit of productivity leads to serious mental and physical consequences for workers and students alike.

Glamourisation of mental health across social media platforms is not just trivialising the issues but also dissuading many from seeking help, experts say.

Plenty of places for yoga retreats are dotted across the country, but Kathmandu’s hillsides and Pokhara have recently been favourite venues.

Job-hopping is gaining currency among many young professionals in Nepal, particularly among the Gen Z and millennials.

There’s been a steady rise in online harassment of minors, especially after the pandemic.

Many Nepali parents want their children to become a doctor or an engineer. It’s taking a toll on their children’s mental health.

Our ultimate goal is to amend the Civil Code so that marriage is defined as a union between two individuals, rather than being restricted to one between male and female.

Nepal Police bureau reports 90 percent surge in a year in cyber violence against women.

Confusing rhetoric about the community perpetuates ignorance and prejudice among the broader population, and trickles down to the daily lives of queer individuals, activists say.