A roseate apotheosis: The enduring allure of 'The Celestine Prophecy' Picture this. Over 23 million copies of James Redfield’s debut novel have sold worldwide since it was first published more than 30 years ago. Not only that. It was a spiritual novel, capitalising on Americans’ quest for the sacred, and topping the fiction list—the true barometer of the cultural marketplace—which is really something. Call it spiritual activism, or what you may.
Manifesto for the upcoming election: The essence of Gen Z movement should be its spine The election for choosing members of the Parliament is taking place as scheduled, bringing an end to the uncertainties that loomed on the political horizon for almost four months of its announcement.
The prime ministerial projection: A strategic masterstroke or an electoral fraud? In the volatile environment of Nepali politics, an old trend has resurfaced: projecting the 'face of the prime minister' before the election. As the upcoming general election on March 5 approaches, the major parties are seeking votes by making not only the party flag but also the person a 'brand'.
SPCC, Leave No Trace Korea partner to promote environmental education in Everest region The Sagarmatha Pollution Control Committee (SPCC) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Leave No Trace Korea to strengthen environmental education and promote sustainable practices among climbers, Icefall Doctors and SPCC staff in the Everest region.
Nepal's tourism narrative: Long on optimism but short on honesty Nepal’s tourism sector is often celebrated through headline arrival figures, but a closer look reveals inconsistencies that deserve serious public scrutiny. While official narratives highlight success, the data and policies behind them tell a more troubling story.
2026: The year I missed writing a New Year resolution New Year resolutions are often dismissed as a ‘faulty system’. Many make resolutions with immense enthusiasm, only to break them within weeks.
From hydropower to a high-value economy: Think of absorbing power within the domestic economy Nepal is often described as hydropower-rich but economy-poor. That description no longer reflects current realities. Nepal is not short of natural resources, generation potential, or even electricity capacity.
Gagan-Biswa's historic revolt: A testament for contemporary politics The first Special Convention of the Nepali Congress (NC) was held in May 1957 following the resignation of then President Subarna Shumsher Rana.
A generation demands change - and the ballot must deliver Nepal’s shifting political context finally offers a realistic opening for renewal: the realignment now underway, driven by young citizens and emergent forces, is the most serious challenge yet to the country’s entrenched gerontocracy.
Madhes: The land of sacrifice and the persistence of the colonial shadow Madhes is the evolved form of the Sanskrit word Madhyadesh or the Pali term Majjhim Desh, signifying the Middle Land.
Co-creating inclusive public open spaces in Nepal: Design should reflect the needs of those who will use it In Nepal's rapidly growing cities, the need for public spaces that welcome everyone is more urgent than ever. While the government has admirable policies aimed at creating accessible public areas through community involvement, the reality often falls short.
The alchemy of mindfulness: Exploring the inner radiance of our being It is rightly said that mindfulness — a cognitive skill and practice — helps us to identify our hidden emotional patterns.
SGC of the NC: Deuba should attend to avoid party's split The Special General Convention (SGC) of the Nepali Congress (NC) underway in the capital has virtually cast a spell on all the Nepalis in general and the democrats in particular. It was...
The digital key to political stability: Government must adapt to the technology “Nepal’s youth are tech-fluent. The government is not.” I said this to a friend who recently asked if Nepal formed a government through discord. He was surprised.
World Bangladesh Nationalist Party claims victory in country's first election since 2024 uprising The Bangladesh Nationalist Party has claimed victory in the country’s first election since the 2024 uprising, positioning itself to form the next government and potentially reshape Bangladesh’s political landscape after years of intense rivalry and disputed polls.
Kailali-1 to be interesting as spousal rift likely to influence contest Following the Tikapur incident, Kailali Constituency-1 became a stronghold for Resham Chaudhary in the House of Representatives elections.
Business Govt spends just 15.62% of capital budget in seven months The government has spent just 15.62 per cent of its capital budget in the first seven months of the current fiscal year 2082/83, according to data from the Financial Comptroller General Office (FCGO).
Nepal Solukhumbu's Solududhkunda Municipality tops Koshi Province in local govt performance Solududhkunda Municipality in Solukhumbu has emerged as the top-performing local government in Koshi Province, securing 78.50 points in the Fiscal Year 2081/82 (2024/25) assessment conducted by the National Natural Resources and Fiscal Commission.
Alternative forces come together with IDEA A group of newly formed alternative forces announced the Inclusive, Democratic and Ethical Alternative (IDEA) here today.
Nepal One in three Nepali women married before 18, Madhesh leading with highest rates of child marriage The Universal Declaration of Human Rights recognises the right to 'free and full' consent to a marriage while acknowledging that consent cannot be 'free and full' when one of the parties involved is not sufficiently mature to make an informed decision about a life partner.
Business Gold price drops by Rs 3,000 per tola The price of gold declined by Rs 3,000 per tola in the domestic market on Friday.
Business Nepal launches INFF Financing Strategy to drive pro-employment economic growth The Government of Nepal on Thursday launched the Integrated National Financing Strategy for Pro-Employment Growth, aiming to align public and private finance with national development priorities and accelerate job creation.
Nepal HoR polls: 15.77 million ballot papers printed To date, a total of 15,778,000 ballot papers have been printed.
Kathmandu NRB appoints Sahdev Chand as CISO amid digital transformation NRB spokesperson Guru Prasad Paudel told the Rastriya Samachar Samiti (RSS) that Chand was appointed as CISO in accordance with the bank’s Cyber Security Policy, 2074.
Sports Harry Kane scores again as Bayern reaches the German Cup semifinals for the first time in 6 years Defending champion Stuttgart, Bayer Leverkusen and Freiburg already advanced to the semifinals.
World Russia fires barrage at Ukrainian cities as next round of US-brokered talks is unclear Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Thursday that another round of talks was expected “soon” but gave no further details.
