Articles by Freedom Forum
Nepal: Prime Minister’s speech in a movie scene censored by authorities
Authorities ordered the removal of scenes and dialogues involving the Prime Minister in order for the movie to obtain a release certificate.
Nepalese government called on to revise punitive new Media Council and Social Media bills
Signatories urge the government of Nepal and Parliament to refrain from developing and implementing legislation that empowers government with overreaching powers, including through overbroad and vague provisions that could be misused and abused to target activists, journalists, critics and other perceived opponents.
Nepal: Social activist assaulted for expressing his opinion
Freedom Forum condemns the act and urges authorities to ensure the safety of citizens.
Nepal: Speed up media reform
Taranath Dahal of Freedom Forum writes about the state of free speech in Nepal.
Nepal: Freedom Forum lauds passage of Public Service Broadcasting bill
Freedom Forum had a role in conceptualising the bill to promote the role of public service broadcasters.
Lawmakers hear concerns from stakeholders on Media Council Bill
Stakeholders asserted that the measure should enhance media credibility rather than restrict media rights.
Nepal: Freedom Forum suggests points for lawmakers to amend Media Council Bill
Freedom Forum said the bill should foster journalistic practices and values rather than impose a government code.
Media entrepreneur Kailash Sirohiya arrested in Nepal
The arrest of the Kantipur Media Group chairperson was criticized as an act of harassment against critical journalists.