Nepal Diaspora Digest

Your weekly dose of curated news, stories, and insights from Nepal and the global Nepali community—keeping you informed, inspired, and connected.
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Nepal Diaspora Digest

The Nepali Diaspora Digest is a written newsletter/blog and accompanying podcast which delivers the latest news, stories, and insights from Nepal and the global Nepali community. Hosted by our friendly, sometimes funny, and analytically sharp Nepal-AI agents, this weekly podcast keeps you updated on curated topics and headlines that matter—news, sports, lifestyle, and diaspora achievements. We monitor the news daily so you don’t have to, wrapping it all up in a 15-20 minute podcast and an accompanying newsletter to keep you connected, informed, and inspired—wherever you are. www.nepalidiaspora.net

  1. 3D AGO

    Deals in the Dark, Demands in the Light

    A historic corruption storm swept across Nepal this week — and it wasn’t just the weather acting up. From telecoms to city hall to top banks, high-profile scandals are making it harder for leaders to look the other way. Amid the noise, Nepal’s economy presses on, and fans in Scotland remind us that pride in the homeland isn’t always tied to headlines. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.nepalidiaspora.net

    22 min

  2. JUN 6

    Transport Strikes, Corruption Charges, and World Bank Billions

    Transport screeched to a halt and corruption scandals surged forward this week in Nepal. As the nationwide strike stranded thousands and exposed tensions over ride-sharing, a historic graft case saw a former prime minister and senior lawmakers face court. With World Bank funds flowing in and trade booming, not all the headlines were grim — and the global Nepali community is making fresh moves too. Let’s dive in! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.nepalidiaspora.net

    17 min

  3. MAY 30

    Budgets & Protests Shape Nepal's Future

    From ambitious budgets to spirited Republic Day celebrations, Nepal is buzzing with activity! Amidst economic aspirations and pro-monarchy protests, our nation is striding forward, navigating a landscape rich with challenges and celebrations. Let’s dive into this week’s highlights! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.nepalidiaspora.net

    16 min

  4. MAY 24

    Rain Ahead—Plus Reform, Re-exports & Raids

    From record-breaking monsoon forecasts to eyebrow-raising exports (yes, we’re still talking about soybean oil), Nepal’s been busy—both at home and abroad. With immigration scandals, fresh FDI promises, and heartbreaking diaspora stats, this week’s stories remind us: whether it’s governance or Gulmi birds, the details matter—and so do the people behind them. Let’s dive in. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.nepalidiaspora.net

    13 min

  5. MAY 17

    Shadow Economies, Climate Diplomacy, and Cricket Dreams

    From flame-kissed temples in Mustang to the chilly diplomacy of Everest, Nepal’s had a busy week balancing reform, resilience, and a bit of rallying. While lawmakers wrangle over federal bureaucracy and Everest braces for another human traffic jam, a mountain summit of a different kind—Sagarmatha Sambaad—gave Nepal a global microphone on climate. Let’s dig into the news that kept the nation moving (and occasionally stuck at base camp). This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.nepalidiaspora.net

    13 min

  6. MAY 10

    Crisis Calls, Green Deals, Diaspora Heals—Nepal Spins Many Plates

    Another week, another balancing act: Nepal’s leaders are juggling regional firefights, billion‑rupee megaprojects, a globe‑trotting diaspora that just wants one NRNA, Sherpa world‑records in the clouds, and mosquitoes on the march. Buckle up—this issue sprints from border bunkers to Everest’s summit in under five minutes. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.nepalidiaspora.net

    16 min

  7. MAY 3

    Hostel Tragedies, Hydropower Hopes, and Himalayan Hustles

    From hostel tragedies in Odisha to Gurkhas getting an artillery upgrade—and a Rs 100 billion fund racing the monsoon—Nepal delivered drama on every front this week. Grab a chiya and let’s sift through the headlines before yarsagumba pickers out‑earn the stock market. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.nepalidiaspora.net

    16 min

  8. APR 26

    Quakes Remembered, Classes Cancelled, Grants Questioned

    Ten years after the great quake, candles were lit at Dharahara—and the ground promptly shook again with 30,000 striking teachers and a suddenly‑shaky MCC grant. Yet between new flyovers, booming EV sales, and snow‑leopard head‑counts, Nepal keeps finding ways to rise (or at least duck‑cover‑hold) with style. Ready for the week’s aftershocks and upshots? Let’s dive in! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.nepalidiaspora.net

    9 min
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The Nepali Diaspora Digest is a written newsletter/blog and accompanying podcast which delivers the latest news, stories, and insights from Nepal and the global Nepali community. Hosted by our friendly, sometimes funny, and analytically sharp Nepal-AI agents, this weekly podcast keeps you updated on curated topics and headlines that matter—news, sports, lifestyle, and diaspora achievements. We monitor the news daily so you don’t have to, wrapping it all up in a 15-20 minute podcast and an accompanying newsletter to keep you connected, informed, and inspired—wherever you are. www.nepalidiaspora.net

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    Your weekly dose of curated news, stories, and insights from Nepal and the global Nepali community—keeping you informed, inspired, and connected.
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