Janakpurdham Holds Tribute for Lives Lost in Recent Floods and Landslides

Janakpurdham, 5 September 2026 — Human rights defenders and representatives of various civil society organizations gathered in Janakpurdham for a tribute ceremony to remember those who lost their lives in the devastating floods and landslides that struck Rasuwa, Nuwakot, Dhading, and other parts of Nepal on 26 August. The ceremony was held under the chairpersonship […]

Madhesh Youth Step Up for Climate Justice

With climate change increasing heat, floods, irregular rainfall, and water-related risks across Madhesh Province, around 60 young people and social activists from all eight districts came together in Janakpurdham to strengthen youth-led action for climate justice. The Climate Justice Campaign Capacity Building Workshop and Panel Discussion was held on 11 July 2026 at the District […]

70% of E-Rickshaw Drivers in Madhesh Do Not Have a Driving Licence, Survey Finds

Janakpurdham, Madhesh Province — A news report published by Shilapatra has highlighted a growing concern around e-rickshaw management and driving licences in Madhesh Province. The report is based, in part, on a survey conducted by Kayapalat in partnership with Bikalpa – An Alternative, which looked at the experiences and challenges faced by e-rickshaw drivers in […]

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कायापलट र विकल्प एन अल्टरनेटिभले ई–रिक्साको उच्च घनत्व रहेको मधेशका दुई प्रमुख शहर जनकपुरधाम र वीरगञ्जमा गरेको सर्वेक्षणमा ८२ हजार स्वरोजगार चालकमा करिब ७०.७ प्रतिशत चालकहरु अनुमतिपत्रविहीन छन् ।