David and Goliath

David and Goliath

David M would take care of the Nepali Goliath, a sempiternal gulf between fantastic dream and hard reality in the tourism trade, “Aloft Marriott” (Pg 6, Jun 8). As the scion of one of the largest hotel brands, he sits in an envious position to spin Nepali tourism on its head.

David M would take care of the Nepali Goliath, a sempiternal gulf between fantastic dream and hard reality in the tourism trade, “Aloft Marriott” (Pg 6, Jun 8). As the scion of one of the largest hotel brands, he sits in an envious position to spin Nepali tourism on its head.

Blogs 10 Jun, 2026

Why no gender justice in commitment paper?

Why no gender justice in commitment paper?

The unveiling of the National Commitment Paper by the new government is a welcome step.

The unveiling of the National Commitment Paper by the new government is a welcome step.

Blogs 22 Apr, 2026

Reversing the youth exodus

Reversing the youth exodus

When Balendra Shah took the oath of office at Sheetal Niwas recently, it was more than a routine transfer of power.

When Balendra Shah took the oath of office at Sheetal Niwas recently, it was more than a routine transfer of power.

Blogs 08 Apr, 2026

"Naya" Nepal

"Naya" Nepal

Rita Mae Brown described insanity as “doing the same things over and over again and expecting different results.” In Nepal’s context, we witnessed this pattern repeatedly over the years. The same parties made unrealistic promises to win a few seats in parliament.

Rita Mae Brown described insanity as “doing the same things over and over again and expecting different results.” In Nepal’s context, we witnessed this pattern repeatedly over the years. The same parties made unrealistic promises to win a few seats in parliament.

Blogs 22 Mar, 2026

Prisoners of Geography: Nepal, the Himalayas, and the strategic future of a nation

Prisoners of Geography: Nepal, the Himalayas, and the strategic future of a nation

When I recently read Prisoners of Geography by Tim Marshall, I was struck by a reflection that has haunted me for decades: geography shapes the destiny of nations. Mountains, rivers, deserts, and seas are not merely natural features—they define political possibilities, economic pathways, and military realities.

When I recently read Prisoners of Geography by Tim Marshall, I was struck by a reflection that has haunted me for decades: geography shapes the destiny of nations. Mountains, rivers, deserts, and seas are not merely natural features—they define political possibilities, economic pathways, and military realities.

Blogs 15 Mar, 2026

Nepal at the crossroads: The stark reality of "choiceless democracy"

Nepal at the crossroads: The stark reality of "choiceless democracy"

On March 5, 2026, Nepal stands on the precipice of a historic general election—one catalyzed by a Gen Z revolution that toppled the entrenched K.P. Sharma Oli government.

On March 5, 2026, Nepal stands on the precipice of a historic general election—one catalyzed by a Gen Z revolution that toppled the entrenched K.P. Sharma Oli government.

Blogs 17 Feb, 2026

Why public debates matter for PM hopefuls

Why public debates matter for PM hopefuls

Nepal’s politics has lost its sense of direction. Over time, governance has been replaced by slogans, personalities, and short-term political survival. Populism has made noise more valuable than results, and performance more important than policy.

Nepal’s politics has lost its sense of direction. Over time, governance has been replaced by slogans, personalities, and short-term political survival. Populism has made noise more valuable than results, and performance more important than policy.

Blogs 27 Jan, 2026

Dr. Yadav Prasad Pant: A nationalist with multidimensional personality

Dr. Yadav Prasad Pant: A nationalist with multidimensional personality

This year 2025 (BS 2082) marks the centenary year celebration of , the first Nepali to earn a PhD . Dr. Pant spent some years at Tri-Chandra college as Professor of EconomicsDr. Yadav Prasad Pant

This year 2025 (BS 2082) marks the centenary year celebration of , the first Nepali to earn a PhD . Dr. Pant spent some years at Tri-Chandra college as Professor of EconomicsDr. Yadav Prasad Pant

Blogs 24 Jan, 2026

Is Artificial Intelligence something to fear?

Is Artificial Intelligence something to fear?

Artificial Intelligence or AI is now one of the hottest discussed technologies in our era, as well as i will say the most misunderstood one.

Artificial Intelligence or AI is now one of the hottest discussed technologies in our era, as well as i will say the most misunderstood one.

Blogs 23 Jan, 2026

Finding my way, one step at a time

Finding my way, one step at a time

Sometimes, the simplest act of moving forward helps us find our way back to ourselves.

Sometimes, the simplest act of moving forward helps us find our way back to ourselves.

Blogs 03 Nov, 2025

End of Beginning or Beginning of the End?

End of Beginning or Beginning of the End?

The air and streets of Kathmandu carry an unsettling calm yet beneath lies a question- is it really the calm after the storm or a prelude to another catastrophe we are hesitating to confront.

The air and streets of Kathmandu carry an unsettling calm yet beneath lies a question- is it really the calm after the storm or a prelude to another catastrophe we are hesitating to confront.

Blogs 28 Oct, 2025

Tourists and turmoil: Can Nepal's hotel industry survive another crisis?

Tourists and turmoil: Can Nepal's hotel industry survive another crisis?

Nepal, a country with breathtaking landscapes, relies heavily on tourism to support its economy. However, the COVID-19 pandemic brought the thriving tourist industry to a standstill, leaving stakeholders at a critical juncture.

Nepal, a country with breathtaking landscapes, relies heavily on tourism to support its economy. However, the COVID-19 pandemic brought the thriving tourist industry to a standstill, leaving stakeholders at a critical juncture.

Blogs 24 Sep, 2025

The power of ecological restoration

The power of ecological restoration

The undulating hills of Danda Basaha in Dhading were once a landscape of beauty and abundance.

The undulating hills of Danda Basaha in Dhading were once a landscape of beauty and abundance.

Blogs 24 Sep, 2025

Youth activism and psychological well-being in Nepal: Understanding the mental health impact of protests

Youth activism and psychological well-being in Nepal: Understanding the mental health...

"While physical pain can be easily observed and addressed, psychological distress often remains unseen. However, its impact on daily functioning, relationships, and overall quality of life can be equally profound. This highlights the need to prioritize mental health care alongside physical health interventions."

"While physical pain can be easily observed and addressed, psychological distress often remains unseen. However, its impact on daily functioning, relationships, and overall quality of life can be equally profound. This highlights the need to prioritize mental health care alongside physical health interventions."

Blogs 16 Sep, 2025

Rebuilding from Revolt: Comparative Insights for Nepal's Interim Government

Rebuilding from Revolt: Comparative Insights for Nepal's Interim Government

A few weeks prior to early September, a new trend was gaining popularity among the youths of Nepal, namely the "Nepo Kid Trend.

A few weeks prior to early September, a new trend was gaining popularity among the youths of Nepal, namely the "Nepo Kid Trend.

Blogs 16 Sep, 2025

Nepal's EV revolution stalls

Nepal's EV revolution stalls

In 1975, Nepal launched a trolley bus system with a Rs 40-million grant from China, aiming to modernise Kathmandu’s transport and offer a cleaner alternative to diesel buses.

In 1975, Nepal launched a trolley bus system with a Rs 40-million grant from China, aiming to modernise Kathmandu’s transport and offer a cleaner alternative to diesel buses.

Blogs 04 Jul, 2025

From "Convenience to Consciousness": My Evolving Relationship with Menstrual Products

From "Convenience to Consciousness": My Evolving Relationship with Menstrual Products

When we talk about menstruation, the conversation often starts and stops at awareness, taboos, and breaking the silence.

When we talk about menstruation, the conversation often starts and stops at awareness, taboos, and breaking the silence.

Blogs 18 Jun, 2025

When public transport halts

When public transport halts

On June 2, public transport vehicles across Kathmandu and potentially much of Nepal stopped running. What began as a one-hour protest has now escalated into a full-fledged indefinite shutdown.

On June 2, public transport vehicles across Kathmandu and potentially much of Nepal stopped running. What began as a one-hour protest has now escalated into a full-fledged indefinite shutdown.

Blogs 04 Jun, 2025

When the laughter hurts

When the laughter hurts

Bullying is an intentional, inhumane act of hurting another person or group physically, especially to cause them psychological harm.

Bullying is an intentional, inhumane act of hurting another person or group physically, especially to cause them psychological harm.

Blogs 21 May, 2025

Political instability and mental health

Political instability and mental health

In the heart of the Himalayas, Nepal has endured decades of political turmoil –from monarchy to democracy, from conflict to fragile peace.

In the heart of the Himalayas, Nepal has endured decades of political turmoil –from monarchy to democracy, from conflict to fragile peace.

Blogs 28 May, 2025