The story of two doggies: The 'glue of the neighbourhood' This is a long due piece. Readers might think of it as a “light” write up, not really focused on some of the serious issues that I often cover. It is not about social inclusion. It is not about discrimination or human rights nor is it about politics. It’s the story of two dogs, one male, one female, and how a whole neighbourhood got so attached to them till they disappeared.
Earthquakes in Taiwan and Nepal: Commonality and Contrast Taiwan was struck by an earthquake of magnitude 7.2 on the Ritcher scale last Wednesday morning, March 3, 2023 that led to the demise of 10 people and the injury of more than 700 persons. Many multi-storeyed buildings have tilted to a precarious position warranting for their immediate demolition. The damage has been noticed mostly in the city of Hualiyen.
Combatting TB epidemic: Progress must be accelerated Tuberculosis (TB) is increasingly considered as a public health scourge, a health security threat and development challenge.
The war for Gaza: Roots of the crisis and remedies offered A sense of relief is slowly descending upon every concerned observer now that the two parties entrenched in mortal conflict in the Middle East, Israel and Hamas, have declared a partial cessation of their six-month war.
Let the nature in us be: To lead a happy life It is rightly said that objects imitate life at the material level. In addition, they fulfil a psychological need. This prompts us to reorganise ourselves with good things in our wardrobe, or new shelves, too. It is, therefore, not surprising that one may opt for an expensive mobile phone as a substitute for their own inadequacies when they don’t seem to be doing as well as they would want to in their career.
Navigating Nepal's educational evolution: From annual to semester system Miss Sunita Thapa, whose true identity remains undisclosed, was a diligent student enrolled in the Bachelor of Business Studies programme at a private college in Kathmandu, affiliated with Tribhuvan University.
Online discrimination against Dalits: Digital literacy necessary to combat it Finding ways to tackle discriminatory, racist behaviours is a difficult thing. Casteism with its conscious and well-rooted beliefs is undoubtedly an expression of racism and a formidable propeller of inequality and exclusion.
Pandemonium in the House: For restoration of political morality The House of the Representatives has been stalled following the protest launched by the Nepali Congress (NC), the largest party in the Parliament and the recently turned Opposition Party, in the aftermath of the change in the coalition with the mercurial Prime Minister Prachanda making yet another political somersault by joining the Unified Marxist-Leninist camp,
Psychological Guidance for Schoolchildren in Nepal In Nepal, as in many parts of the world, there's a growing recognition of the importance of mental health among schoolchildren. While strides have been made in education, there's an urgent need to address the mental well-being of students, given the unique challenges they face in this Himalayan nation.
Diversity: A catalyst for collective advancement Diversity stands as a complex yet indispensable force necessary to stimulate growth both in the professional and non-professional world.
Accessibility matters: It is a universal issue The 1st of March was celebrated as International Wheelchair Day. It does not really matter that this special day has not been recognised by the United Nations yet. What it matters is that this is a truly, genuinely bottom-up initiative that deserves society’s full attention, in Nepal and also elsewhere.
Nepal's leap forward in kidney care: But gender discrimination persists World Kidney Day is being celebrated today across the world with various events. The theme of this year's World Kidney Day is "Kidney Health for All – Advancing equitable access to care and optimal medication practice".
English language barrier: How it prevents use of technology A few months ago, I could be seen trekking across the hilly, rugged terrain of my village in Bajhang – in an arduous one-hour journey to the ward office.
Repeated fall of political coalitions: Increasing disenchantment of the people Political coalitions have formed the living reality of Nepali politics because of the existing provisions in the constitution that has made it virtually impossible to have a majority by any political party.
Environment Light rain likely in Lumbini, Karnali, Sudurpaschim Light to moderate rain with thunders and lightning is occurring at some places of the Koshi, Gandaki and Sudurpaschim provinces across the country at present due to a low-pressure system formed around Bihar state of India as well as the impacts of westerly and local winds, according to the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology.
Nepal Ukrainian climber Valentyn along with Sanu Sherpa scales Mt Everest Renowned Ukrainian climber Valentyn Sypavin became the first foreigner to scale the world’s highest mountain this morning after a team of rope-fixing Nepali climbers stood atop Mt Everest yesterday.
Kathmandu President to address parliament's joint sitting on May 14 President Ramchandra Paudel is scheduled to address a joint sitting of both Houses of the federal parliament this coming Tuesday.
Kathmandu Opposition NC obstructs HoR meeting The opposition Nepali Congress (NC) has obstructed today's meeting of the House of Representatives (HoR).
Sports Leverkusen rallies late in draw with Roma to preserve unbeaten record and reach Europa League final The final will be held in Athens on May 29.
Sports Rafael Nadal shows he's not quite ready for retirement in a comeback win at the Italian Open For a brief stretch on Thursday, Rafael Nadal looked every bit of a weary 37-year-old player nearing retirement.
World Putin reappoints his prime minister, a technocrat who has kept a low political profile Mishustin, the former head of Russia’s tax service, steered clear of political statements and avoided media interviews during his previous tenure.
World Ukraine says Russia is trying to break through its defenses in the northeastern Kharkiv region The Ukrainian Defense Ministry said fighting against Russian sabotage and reconnaissance groups had continued into the afternoon.
World UN assembly approves resolution granting Palestine new rights and reviving its UN membership bid The 193-member world body approved the Arab and Palestinian-sponsored resolution by a vote of 143-9 with 25 abstentions.
Nepal Summit route opens from Nepal side, 10 ascend Everest According to the Department of Tourism, at least 414 climbers from 41 teams have obtained climbing permits for Mt Everest till date.
World Top Indian opposition leader given bail by the Supreme Court enabling him to campaign in elections India's Supreme Court on Friday granted interim bail to a top opposition leader who was arrested nearly seven weeks ago in a bribery case that opposition parties called a political move by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government against his rivals during a national election.
Kathmandu Two arrested with Rs 9.8 million from Durbar Marg The Kathmandu Valley Crime Investigation Office has arrested two persons along with Rs 9.8 million cash with undisclosed source.