Nepal

Nepal's new prime minister needs to play his cards well

Both India and China have huge stakes in ensuring political stability in the Himalayan nation

Christian charities battle 'eliminated' leprosy in Nepal

Health experts warn that the disease is a re-emerging threat to the Himalayan country and many new cases go undiagnosed

Fifth time lucky for Nepal's prime minister

Deuba returns to power three years after losing against a communist coalition alliance in a 2017 election

Caritas helps Nepal's hospitals in battling pandemic

The Catholic charity aims to help hospitals with much-needed medical supplies such as oxygen cylinders and protective gear

Nepal's churches struggle as Covid-19 claims 130 pastors

The deaths of pastors and a huge decline in income have left churches struggling to serve the faithful

Floods in Nepal, Bhutan leave dozens dead, scores missing

Monsoon rain and flash floods sweep people away in the Himalayan nations

Millions of Nepalis unprotected without Covid-19 vaccines

Although cases are falling, critics are accusing the government of a sluggish vaccination rollout

Catholics pray as pandemic spreads fear, panic and pain in Nepal

Unprepared for a devastating second wave, the Himalayan nation's fragile healthcare system has collapsed

Nepal faces Covid crisis amid political deadlock

As the coronavirus ravages the tiny nation, President Bidya Devi Bhandari has dissolved parliament and set a date for elections

Christians in Nepal persecuted by religious and political decree

Using a new anti-conversion law that contravenes the secular constitution, politicians and police are harassing Christians

A tragic tale of two girls in the land of Buddha

A Nepali mother displays courage and persistence in finding truth and justice for her child

Christianity thrives in Nepal amid trials and tribulations

Hindu groups and political parties have accused Christians of converting low-caste Hindus with economic incentives

Laudato si inspires Korean Catholics to protect environment

Indigenous peoples march for their rights in Bangladesh

Christians feel betrayed as Indian state criminalizes conversion

Pope invites Muslim governor from Indonesia to Vatican

Elderly Jesuit priest wins Timor-Leste's highest honor

Exhibition promotes pro-life ideology in Macau diocese