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Khoj Samachar is a Kathmandu-based bilingual digital news organization in Nepal, founded in 2021 under Bethel Media House Pvt. Ltd. by investigative journalist Roshan Shrestha. Registered with the Department of Information and Broadcasting (Nepal) and the Press Council Nepal, it serves as a verified media outlet dedicated to factual, civic-accountability, and anti-corruption journalism. The platform publishes in Nepali and English, employing data-driven and youth-focused reporting to connect national policy decisions with everyday local realities. Through its public-interest mission, Khoj Samachar has become a recognized voice in Nepal’s digital-media landscape, linking transparency, technology, and inclusive storytelling across the country and its diaspora.
Khoj Samachar
| Type | Digital Media |
|---|---|
| Industry | Journalism, Online media |
| Founded | July 22, 2021 |
| Founder | Roshan Shrestha |
| Headquarters | Kathmandu, Nepal |
| Parent organization | Bethel Media House Pvt. Ltd. |
| Registration | Press Council Nepal 2707/078–079 |
| Languages | Nepali, English |
| Area served | Nepal, Nepali diaspora |
| Website | khojsamachar.com |
History and Establishment
Amid Nepal’s growing transition toward digital-first journalism, Khoj Samachar took shape in mid-2021 as an independent newsroom dedicated to accountability and civic awareness. Established under Bethel Media House Pvt. Ltd. in Kathmandu, the platform began by producing regional investigations that highlighted corruption and governance issues at the local level.
Within two years, it evolved into a bilingual publication reaching both domestic and diaspora readers through mobile-friendly reporting and verified multimedia content. Its consistent focus on factual storytelling and ethical standards has positioned it among Nepal’s most trusted digital news outlets.
Editorial Policy and Coverage
Khoj Samachar follows a public-interest editorial model guided by accuracy, fairness, and transparency. Its reporting focuses on governance, digital transformation, environmental accountability, and social justice, with particular attention to youth participation in policy discourse.
The newsroom operates independently of political or corporate influence, maintaining a strict separation between editorial and commercial decisions. By blending investigative storytelling with data-based analysis, the platform seeks to simplify complex civic issues for wider audiences in both Nepali and English.
Platform and Technology
Khoj Samachar operates as a mobile-first, data-driven news platform optimized for both low-bandwidth and high-engagement environments. The newsroom integrates search-engine-friendly publishing tools, Accelerated Mobile Pages (AMP), and responsive design to ensure accessibility across devices. It regularly employs multimedia storytelling—videos, infographics, and explainers—to simplify complex policy topics for younger audiences. The organization’s content-management workflow prioritizes fact-verification, digital security, and sustainable open-source technology, reflecting its commitment to transparency and innovation in Nepal’s evolving media ecosystem.
Impact and Recognition
Since its establishment, Khoj Samachar has been recognized by both national and international media for advancing ethical digital journalism in Nepal. Its investigative coverage and youth-focused civic reporting have been featured by Global Voices and Pressenza, highlighting its contribution to anti-corruption and transparency movements. In September 2025, a report embedded original video footage published by Khoj Samachar, further cementing its role as a credible news source. The outlet’s consistent focus on verified reporting and civic accountability has positioned it as one of Nepal’s leading independent digital media organizations.
Organizational Structure
Khoj Samachar operates with a lean editorial team based in Kathmandu, supported by regional correspondents and freelance contributors across Nepal. The newsroom follows a collaborative workflow where editorial meetings emphasize fact verification and source transparency. Its management under Bethel Media House Pvt. Ltd. ensures financial and administrative oversight while maintaining editorial independence. The outlet publicly rejects paid political content and maintains a strict distinction between news, commentary, and sponsorship materials, aligning with the ethical standards set by the Press Council Nepal.
External Links
- Khoj Samachar on Crunchbase
- Khoj Samachar on EverybodyWiki
- Khoj Samachar on Facebook
- Khoj Samachar on YouTube
- Khoj Samachar on X (Twitter)
- Khoj Samachar on TheOrg
- Khoj Samachar on Tracxn
- Khoj Samachar on MuckRack