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Krishna Paksha Thapa

Apr 15, 2026, 9:56 PM

Poetry of Hope: Nepali New Year Celebration Among Diaspora in Israel

The winners of the poetry competition, from left: Raj Limbu, Krishna Paksha Thapa, Renu Giri Renuka (Courtesy: NRNA Israel)

As I sit down to write this, the air in Israel is thick with the complexities of a prolonged conflict. Yet, on April 14, 2026 (Baishakh 1, 2083), the Nepali diaspora here proved that while sirens might disrupt the...

Krishna Paksha Thapa

Apr 5, 2026, 9:58 AM

Mental Strain Grows among Nepali Workers in Israel during War

Mental Wellness Webinar (Illustration by the author)

Around 6,000 to 7,000 Nepali workers live in Israel, most of them here for foreign employment. For over a month now, the conflict involving the USA, Israel, and Iran has continued, with no clear sign of stopping. Sirens can...

Mar 17, 2026, 3:04 AM

India’s Dynamic People Power in Israel

Driving Growth, Enabling Opportunity The growing Israel-India partnership reflected in Indian PM Modi's historic visit to Israel in February, 2026. (Photo courtesy: AFP, Gil Cohen-Magen via Getty Images). Israel and India recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding to allow up to...

Mar 3, 2026, 4:12 PM

Sirens Above, Holi Below: Nepali Workers in Israel Preserving Tradition Amid War

The situation in Israel is not normal these days. Sirens sound without warning, and within minutes people must reach a safe shelter. Emergency alerts flash across mobile phones. Authorities have issued clear instructions: avoid unnecessary movement, do not gather...

Jan 7, 2026, 2:23 PM

Israel-Nepal Labor Cooperation: Continuity, Expansion & New Opportunities

News that Israel is preparing to bring workers from Nepal for home care and agriculture has created new hope and excitement among Nepalis living both here and back home. This government-to-government (G2G) agreement is not only about jobs. It...

Dec 19, 2025, 3:23 PM

Israel: Where Nepalis Learn to Live with Dignity

Foreign employment is today’s reality for Nepali society. It is not merely a matter of desire, but a necessity born out of circumstances. The lack of sufficient jobs within the country, uncertainty about the future, and responsibility toward family...

Oct 28, 2025, 10:14 AM

A Truly Humane Nation: Israel

For millions of Nepali migrant workers, the dream is simple: to work in a safe, dignified, and fair environment while supporting their families and contributing to their nation’s economy. Only a few countries in the world have truly fulfilled...

Jul 29, 2025, 2:37 PM

The Migration Crisis and the Future of the EU

The migration crisis in the European Union came into sharp focus in 2015, when over one million migrants and refugees arrived in economically advanced Western European countries. This influx negatively impacted Eastern states like Greece and Italy, ultimately leading...

David Steinbock

Jun 9, 2025, 2:56 AM

The Overlooked Role of Irregular Migrants

This week Greta Thunberg claimed that her boat sailing to Gaza picked up four irregular migrants from Sudan who were escaping capture by the Libyan authorities. While this rescue has grabbed media attention across the world, it is only...

Suraj Rajan Kadanthodu

Mar 25, 2025, 4:33 PM

Between Duty and Devotion: The Story of Indian Caregivers in Israel

On a Sunday afternoon, bus route number 58 from Daliyat El Carmel to Haifa Hashmona (Center) is filled with Indian caregivers making their weekly journey to attend Holy Mass at the Stella Maris Monastery Church in Haifa. This ritual...

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