Financial system Bhutan is working to decrease opportunities for money laundering while increasing the security of the financial system. Bhutan is famous for using “Gross National Happiness” - Gyalyong Gakid Palzom, formally enshrined in its 2008 Constitution – as its national goal.
Vaccination in Lebanon The first batch of COVID-19 vaccines for Lebanon arrived in the country on February 13, 2021 as part of the World Bank-financed Lebanon Health Resilience Project (LHRP). This is also the first World Bank support for COVID-19 vaccination in the world.
Vaccines for refugees For the world’s poorest people, COVID-19 has brought social and economic catastrophe. Up to 115 million likely fell into extreme poverty in 2020, the World Bank estimates.
Ending violence against women The surge in rape cases in our nation questions the safety of each and every female in their homes, neighbourhood, schools, colleges and offices, where they cannot trust anybody
Scarring effects Young people are losing jobs faster than adults, but targeted policies can help them re-engage with the labour market.
Good management Today, management has become a catchword in many countries. It is essential in all sectors and plays a significant role in the overall development of a country.
Technological revolution Companies deploying Fourth Industrial Revolution technologies, and investing in reskilling and upskilling for digital occupations, are likely to recover faster from the impact of the pandemic.
Literacy in the digital age Today, a variety of digital communicative technologies have permeated all aspects of human lives, from the mundane to the sublime. Further, the way humans converse with each other and participate in social events has undergone significant transformations over the years.
Health care system Noncommunicable diseases have become the major contributors to death and disability worldwide.
A question of balance Balance is more than a set of scales; it permeates the universe. It takes two to balance, not just tango. Picture this — male and female, yin and yang, the two sides of a coin, plus and minus, positive and negative. No one thing can exist in balance, because ‘to be in balance’ you’d need the second element to be in sync, or equilibrium.
Remittance inflows Strong remittance inflows should be used as an opportunity to strengthen the systems that help overseas workers and their families back at home.
The power of mittens Who would have ever thought that a pair of humble mittens made out of recycled wool would make such phenomenal ripples across the world and thrust the maker and the wearer to dizzying limelight?
BLOG SURF: Supporting the poor A year ago, before the COVID-19 pandemic A struck, I was optimistic about the trends in global poverty: extreme poverty rates had been steadily declining for more than two decades.
TOPICS: Our food is our enemy As per Hindu Scriptures, in the Satya Yuga, Lord Vishnu, in his Narasimha avatar, killed the demon-king, Hiranyakasipu.
Kathmandu NATHM facilitates Chef Santosh Shah "I am very thrilled with the love that I am getting after landing in Nepal. It has exceeded my expectations and provided me extra motivation to work even harder," Chef Shah said.
Science and Tech NASA completes final test for James Webb Space Telescope – world's premier space science observatory 2021 has been a great year for scientific endeavours – the next exciting launch is NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope.
Nepal UNFPA hands over PPE and Reproductive Health kits to Nepal Govt MoHP today received Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Reproductive Health kits in addition to other medical supplies through UNFPA.
Sports Finch back in form as Australia keep T20 series alive in Wellington At a closed Wellington Regional Stadium, Australia clawed back to 2-1 in the five-match series following defeats in Christchurch and Dunedin.
World Nine killed in Myanmar as police fire to break up protests The security forces resorted to live fire with little warning in several towns and cities, witnesses said, as the junta appeared more determined than ever to stamp out protests against a Feb. 1 coup that ousted the elected government of Aung San Suu Kyi.
Kathmandu Nepali Congress calls parliamentary party meeting before HoR session The main opposition Nepali Congress (NC) has called its parliamentary party meeting for Friday to discuss contemporary political issues.
Blogs Smart ports Seaports, which are a lifeline for economies small and large, have been hit hard by COV- ID-19 disruptions. Using smart technology will help them rebound and could usher in a new era of equitable economic growth. Over 11 billion tons of goods were transported by sea in 2019.
World Texas and other states ease COVID-19 rules despite warnings Texas on Tuesday became the biggest state to lift its mask rule, joining a rapidly growing movement by governors and other leaders across the U.S. to loosen COVID-19 restrictions despite pleas from health officials not to let their guard down yet.
Sports Jesus hits double as rampant Man City go 15 points clear with Wolves win Gabriel Jesus struck twice as Manchester City beat Wolverhampton Wanderers 4-1 on Tuesday to move 15 points clear at the top of the Premier League with their 21st straight win in all competitions.
Sports Bansbari, MYA win Around The Himalaya Bansbari Club and Madhyapur Youth Association recorded victories in the Martyrs Memorial B Division League here at the ANFA Complex grounds on Tuesday.
World California crash kills 13 of 25 people crammed into SUV Authorities are investigating whether human smuggling was involved after a crash Tuesday involving an SUV packed with 25 people and a tractor-trailer that left 13 people dead and bodies strewn across a roadway near the US Mexico border.
The Arts Digital age taking over: Is print really dead? My grandmother still gets up early in the morning to sit outside with her daily newspaper whereas I’ve given up watching television because I can’t tolerate watching the same advertisements for copious amounts of time