Articles by Freedom Forum
New bylaws of the Nepal Telecommunications Authority could ‘jeopardize’ right to information
Freedom Forum has warned that a provision in the new bylaws of the Nepal Telecommunications Authority could authorize the blocking of online content through internet service providers.
Human rights groups express concern over free speech decline in Nepal
The UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights and Nepal’s National Human Rights Commission have released statements expressing concern over the rising free speech violations in the country.
Nepal urged to reform media council bill
Various stakeholders participated in a policy dialogue event organised by Freedom Forum on the proposed Media Council bill.
Human rights groups demand an end to communications blackout in Jammu and Kashmir
66 women’s rights, human rights, digital rights, and feminists groups endorse statement on internet blackout in Kashmir.
Rising cyber crime cases in Nepal
Cybercrime has been a new weapon for the Nepal police in suppressing the voice of journalists, writers, and comedians.
Nepal: Journalist attacked while covering protests
Several journalists in Nepal were attacked, either while covering a protest by students or in connection with a news story.
Nepali singer pulls anti-corruption song after receiving threats
A video of a satirical song uploaded on YouTube demanding good governance and an end to corruption in Nepal was withdrawn by the singer two days after its release.
Documentary on two decades of media killings in Nepal
A new Freedom Forum documentary tackles media killings and impunity in Nepal.