Ghandruk, what are you hiding? Have we, finally, reached a point in history where “hiding something” has become way trickier than it used to be? You think you hid ‘something, somewhere’ on the sly.
Discipline and dedication Discipline and dedication can get us anywhere in the world. As a result, one can achieve anything in the world with them.
Green bonds Investors around the world are seeking ways to both safeguard their financial interests and contribute to a sustainable future. At the same time, much greater investment is needed to address global challenges including climate change, biodiversity loss, and poverty.
Human capital The last few years have ushered in a harsh new reality where crises are the norm rather than the exception. Pandemics, economic slumps and extreme weather events were once tail-end risks, but all three have hit South Asia in rapid succession since 2020.
Communal meals unite rich and poor Whereas Zimbabwe is a very classist country, when it comes to social norms, certain traditions and custom cut across class lines. One such custom is “mahwauro”, a practice of serving meals on fresh banana leaves.
"Natural disaster" The phrase ‘natural disaster’ is used in the news, in social media, and in everyday conversations to describe extreme events like hurricanes, floods, earthquakes, or volcanoes.
Light in the darkness A nightmare from a not very distant past keeps resurfacing down our memory lane: those 18 hours of power outage engulfing us in the darkness, and making us grope around for a candle, a flashlight, a kuppi — a kerosene-fueled light, or even a diyalo, tiny pieces of pinewood laden with its resin and easily combustible — à la old times.
The Übermensch ‘Ubermensch’, coined by Friedrich Nietzsche in his book ‘Thus Spoke Zarathustra’, (1883) is a loose translation of ‘Superman’. A defiant, competent overman who has natural instincts to fight back even to life’s most harrowing bewilderment.
Epiphany moments Everyone has epiphany moments in life. Call it a Buddha moment if you like. Since the enlightened one was born in the Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal, albeit over two millennia ago, it is natural for us to get some of his wisdom and renunciation ability.
Pros and cons of plastic water tanks So called “Jojo” tanks have become very popular in Zimbabwe. They are large-capacity vertical water storage tanks that can hold anything from 1,000 to 20,000-litres. They’re handy in a country where piped water is unreliable.
Going hungry The COVID-19 pandemic has had a devastating impact on the world’s economy, triggering a recession that has severely affected food security and nutrition for millions of people.
"He's my inspiration!" Quite often, I upload numerous photos of Lionel Messi on Facebook with the selfsame caption on each post that reads, “He’s my inspiration!” In one instance, one of my friends commented, “How?” I took his oneword question literally without giving it a single thought, assuming that he was asking me to justify the statement (caption).
Green bonds Investors around the world are seeking ways to both safeguard their financial interests and contribute to a sustainable future.
Conflict and employment The emergence of new conflicts, together with the increasing duration of existing displacement crises, implies that forced displacement is set to increase.
Sports No comeback for Real Madrid as Arsenal is back in Champions League semifinals Inter Milan advanced past Bayern Munich on Wednesday and will meet Barcelona in the semifinals.
Sports Starc inspires Delhi Capitals to a tense IPL win against Rajasthan in super over Rajasthan has plenty to catch-up as they dropped to No. 8 with just two wins from seven games.
World Maldives bars travelers with Israeli passports over Gaza war The Maldives immigration service clarified that Israeli citizens who have a second passport would be able to enter the country.
World Visa cancellations sow panic for international students, with hundreds fearing deportation Some schools have told students to leave the country to avoid the risk of being detained or deported.
World Bangladesh, Pakistan officials resume bilateral talks after 15 years' gap Local media reported earlier that Yunus' government was preparing to formally raise its demand for $4.52 billion in financial compensation from Pakistan.
Nepal Heinous crimes committed during the conflict cannot be condoned, says PM Oli PM Oli has firmly stated that inhuman and heinous crimes committed during the conflict cannot be forgiven, as the country moves toward concluding the transitional justice process.
Business NEPSE jumps 26 points; Daily turnover surges to Rs 10.79 billion The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) Index gained 26.49 points, or 0.98 percent, on Thursday—the last trading day of the week—to close at 2,722.73 points.
Nepal One arrested with 244 kg of marijuana in Sarlahi Sarlahi Police have arrested a driver along with a pickup van loaded with a large quantity of marijuana late last night.
Nepal Constitution amendment necessary for political stability: Maoist Centre Chair Dahal Former Prime Minister and Chairman of the Communist Party of Nepal (Maoist Centre) Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda' has stressed the need of amending the constitution for political stability.
Nepal 2.2 million children to receive Vitamin 'A' nationwide this weekend The government is set to administer Vitamin ‘A’ supplements to around 2.2 million children across the country on Saturday and Sunday as part of the National Vitamin ‘A’ Program.
Nepal Toastmasters: Building Communication Giants in Nepal's Corporate World Communication isn't a soft skill anymore. It's survival. LinkedIn ranked it the most in-demand skill of 2024. Leadership ranked third. In Nepal's evolving business landscape, technical expertise isn't enough. You must speak well. Lead well. Engage well.
Business Gold price surges to record Rs 190,600 per tola in domestic market The price of gold in the domestic market has soared to an all-time high, crossing the Rs 190,000 mark per tola on Thursday.
