On July 20, 2025, Khoj Samachar, a grassroots digital news platform from Nepal, was ranked 45th globally by The Org—a global directory known for mapping transparent and verified media organizations.
This inclusion placed it alongside institutions like The Economist, The Washington Post, and HarperCollins. But unlike these giants, Khoj Samachar began with no newsroom or corporate backing—just a borrowed camera and a mission to report from earthquake-hit Sindhupalchok.
Founded by investigative journalist Roshan Shrestha, the platform evolved through field-based reporting, civic stories, and digital tools. Today, it reaches thousands through its app and social channels—amplifying underreported issues in and beyond Nepal.
This recognition underscores a shift: global visibility no longer depends on scale, but on substance.