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Correction and reform awaited for meaningful change in budget

Dr Deependra Rokaya Kathmandu, June 22: Every year, we hope the policies and programmes the government brings ensures changes, and even the Nepalis living in the far-flung villages will be able to exercise fundamental rights and freedoms as that of education, health, employment and food sovereignty. Those living in far

Can Democracy Survive the Polycrisis?

We are living in troubled times. Too much is happening too fast. People are confused. The Columbia University economic historian

Time to ensure sustainable social security system

The industrial countries are adopting measures as increasing retirement age, changing pension scheme and slashing incentives in order to sustain

The Ukraine-Russia Culture War

In both Russia and the West, Russian troops were expected to sweep into Kyiv, parade uniforms in hand, install a

Nepal sees India’s advancement as an opportunity: PM Dahal

Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda' has lauded India’s import of 452 MW of power from Nepal and thanked his

The Authoritarian Hangover

For democratic forces, however, electoral success is only the first step. After all, it is only when an authoritarian government

The Climate Loss and Damage Fund Is Coming

Last November’s United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP27) in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, concluded on a historic high note, with the

AI, Democracy, and the Global Order

In the space of just two weeks, the world witnessed the launch of GPT-4, Bard, Claude, Midjourney V5, Security Copilot,

Main issues requiring to be included in budget

An economic slowdown automatically leads to a decline in revenue. This results in a budget deficit. Now we are going

Get rid of corruption-friendly politics

'Chase away corrupt persons: Protect democracy', 'Where does taxpayers' money go? Into corrupt officials' pockets', 'Salute to your courage: Beware