Khoj Samachar is an independent, English-language digital news organization headquartered in Kathmandu, Nepal. Founded in 2021 by journalist Roshan Shrestha, the platform operates under Bethel Media House Pvt. Ltd. and delivers in-depth, fact-based journalism for national and international audiences. While its main office is located in Kathmandu, Khoj Samachar is not limited to Nepal-centric reporting and covers global affairs with an editorial focus on human rights, political developments, governance, democracy, corruption, accountability, and major international issues. Its reporting places local and regional events within a broader global context, making them relevant beyond national borders.
Our Editorial Focus
Khoj Samachar specializes in public-interest journalism that includes human rights and civil liberties, political analysis and current affairs, governance and anti-corruption reporting, international relations and global political trends, and social justice issues affecting marginalized communities. The newsroom’s editorial principles and decision-making framework are guided by its Editorial Guidelines and Editorial Policy, which reflect internationally recognized standards of ethical journalism.
Independent and Accountable Journalism
Khoj Samachar operates with full editorial independence. The newsroom is free from political, corporate, or governmental influence, and all editorial decisions are made solely in the public interest, guided by principles of accuracy, neutrality, transparency, and accountability. Information about the journalists and editors behind the newsroom is available on the Our Team page.
Languages and Platforms
Khoj Samachar publishes original journalism primarily in English, with selected reporting available in Nepali. Its content is distributed through digital articles, investigative reports, and multimedia storytelling formats to reach readers across borders and regions.
International Recognition
Khoj Samachar has received international attention for its public-interest journalism. In 2025, its work was recognized by Global Voices for advancing youth-led journalism, strengthening digital civic engagement, and promoting accountability through independent reporting.
Use of Technology
Khoj Samachar may use digital tools, including automation and artificial intelligence, for transcription, language assistance, formatting, and accessibility. All published content is reviewed and approved by human editors to ensure accuracy, originality, and journalistic integrity.
Regulatory and Ethical Standards
Khoj Samachar operates in accordance with recognized ethical standards of journalism and functions within the regulatory framework of Press Council Nepal. Details about user data handling and legal policies are outlined in its Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions.
Our Mission
The mission of Khoj Samachar is to deliver fearless, evidence-based journalism that upholds human rights, strengthens democratic values, and empowers readers with reliable information in an increasingly complex global environment.
Our Vision
Khoj Samachar aims to become a globally respected digital news outlet recognized for credible reporting, human rights advocacy, and authoritative political analysis.
Head Office
Kathmandu-32, Pepsicola, Nepal
Phone: +977-9851320749
Email: contact@khojsamachar.com
For official communication and inquiries, please contact Khoj Samachar.
Last updated: January 2026