District 41 Toastmasters strengthens judging bench with comprehensive certification program District 41 Toastmasters strengthens judging bench with comprehensive certification... With Contest Season at Toastmasters around the corner District 41 that comprises Nepal and parts of North India, took a proactive step forward in continuing its commitment to competitive excellence through its annual Judge and Chief Judge Certification Program. With Contest Season at Toastmasters around the corner District 41 that comprises Nepal and parts of North India, took a proactive step forward in continuing its commitment to competitive excellence through its annual Judge and Chief Judge Certification Program. Lifestyle 16 Oct, 2025
BFB x IM8 by David Beckham hosts transformative beachfront wellness retreat in Dubai BFB x IM8 by David Beckham hosts transformative beachfront wellness retreat in Dubai Dubai’s thriving wellness community experienced a unique fusion of fitness, mindfulness, and lifestyle as BFB x IM8 by David Beckham hosted an exclusive beachfront wellness retreat at Delano Dubai, Bluewaters, on September 28. Dubai’s thriving wellness community experienced a unique fusion of fitness, mindfulness, and lifestyle as BFB x IM8 by David Beckham hosted an exclusive beachfront wellness retreat at Delano Dubai, Bluewaters, on September 28. Lifestyle 10 Oct, 2025
Catia Werneck Quartet & MOHS at Surya Nepal Jazzmandu Catia Werneck Quartet & MOHS at Surya Nepal Jazzmandu Surya Nepal Jazzmandu 2025 celebrates the many voices of contemporary jazz, and two of its most intriguing acts, the Catia Werneck Quartet from France and Switzerland’s MOHS, promise to take audiences on very different yet equally compelling musical journeys. Surya Nepal Jazzmandu 2025 celebrates the many voices of contemporary jazz, and two of its most intriguing acts, the Catia Werneck Quartet from France and Switzerland’s MOHS, promise to take audiences on very different yet equally compelling musical journeys. Lifestyle 07 Oct, 2025
Cadenza Collective & Nick Aggs Bring Distinct Flavors to 'Surya Nepal Jazzmandu' Cadenza Collective & Nick Aggs Bring Distinct Flavors to 'Surya Nepal Jazzmandu' Surya Nepal Jazzmandu 2025 will see a thrilling cross-continental collaboration as Nepal’s pioneering Cadenza Collective joins forces with Australian saxophonist and composer Nick Aggs for a dynamic Afro-funk set that promises to be one of the festival’s standout performances. Surya Nepal Jazzmandu 2025 will see a thrilling cross-continental collaboration as Nepal’s pioneering Cadenza Collective joins forces with Australian saxophonist and composer Nick Aggs for a dynamic Afro-funk set that promises to be one of the festival’s standout performances. Lifestyle 27 Sep, 2025
Leona Berlin's R&B and Jazz Fusion Live in Kathmandu Leona Berlin's R&B and Jazz Fusion Live in Kathmandu Surya Nepal Jazzmandu, Nepal’s annual international jazz festival, returns this October with musicians from around the world performing across venues in Kathmandu Valley. Surya Nepal Jazzmandu, Nepal’s annual international jazz festival, returns this October with musicians from around the world performing across venues in Kathmandu Valley. Lifestyle 26 Sep, 2025
A Global Duo Brings Brazilian Soul to Kathmandu A Global Duo Brings Brazilian Soul to Kathmandu Kathmandu is set to be swept up in a wave of samba, bossa nova, and jazz improvisation as Surya Nepal Jazzmandu gets underway. Kathmandu is set to be swept up in a wave of samba, bossa nova, and jazz improvisation as Surya Nepal Jazzmandu gets underway. Lifestyle 25 Sep, 2025
Architect of high-altitude triumphs: Inside Chhang Dawa Sherpa's expeditions Architect of high-altitude triumphs: Inside Chhang Dawa Sherpa's expeditions From a childhood in the remote Makalu region of Sankhuwasabha to the summits of the world’s highest mountains, Chhang Dawa Sherpa has forged a life defined by altitude and achievement. From a childhood in the remote Makalu region of Sankhuwasabha to the summits of the world’s highest mountains, Chhang Dawa Sherpa has forged a life defined by altitude and achievement. Lifestyle 25 Sep, 2025
Jyamchang Bhote: A life on the heights Jyamchang Bhote: A life on the heights The air thinned as the team pushed higher on Everest’s icy slopes. Winds howled, snow swirled, and exhaustion pressed heavy on every step. At the front, guiding his climbers with quiet assurance, was Jyamchang Bhote. For him, this was more than a climb—it was another chapter in a lifelong journey shaped by the mountains. The air thinned as the team pushed higher on Everest’s icy slopes. Winds howled, snow swirled, and exhaustion pressed heavy on every step. At the front, guiding his climbers with quiet assurance, was Jyamchang Bhote. For him, this was more than a climb—it was another chapter in a lifelong journey shaped by the mountains. Lifestyle 06 Sep, 2025
From District 41 to Philadelphia: How Global Leadership Conferences Shape Local Journeys From District 41 to Philadelphia: How Global Leadership Conferences Shape Local... Every August, leaders and members of Toastmasters International, a global movement dedicated to helping people develop communication and leadership skills, gather at the organization’s annual convention. Every August, leaders and members of Toastmasters International, a global movement dedicated to helping people develop communication and leadership skills, gather at the organization’s annual convention. Lifestyle 04 Sep, 2025
The weight of the crown! Beauty and the Beast The weight of the crown! Beauty and the Beast Yet another Miss Nepal beauty pageant, yet another controversy, followed by online debates and a forgotten story, all until next year! Yet another Miss Nepal beauty pageant, yet another controversy, followed by online debates and a forgotten story, all until next year! Lifestyle 03 Sep, 2025
Ganesh Chaturthi: A celebration of intelligence Ganesh Chaturthi: A celebration of intelligence Every year, as the monsoon clouds thin and the air fills with anticipation, millions prepare to celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi—one of India’s most cherished festivals, honoring Ganapati, the god of wisdom, learning, and remover of obstacles. Every year, as the monsoon clouds thin and the air fills with anticipation, millions prepare to celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi—one of India’s most cherished festivals, honoring Ganapati, the god of wisdom, learning, and remover of obstacles. Lifestyle 28 Aug, 2025
Training That Sticks: Lessons from Toastmasters for Business Leaders Training That Sticks: Lessons from Toastmasters for Business Leaders Have you ever sat through a corporate training program and thought, “Well, that was just a box-ticking exercise” or wondered why employees remain unmotivated despite costly “high-impact training” and “annual strategy retreats”? Have you ever sat through a corporate training program and thought, “Well, that was just a box-ticking exercise” or wondered why employees remain unmotivated despite costly “high-impact training” and “annual strategy retreats”? Lifestyle 22 Aug, 2025
Courage, confidence, and confetti: Inside Symphony 4.0 Courage, confidence, and confetti: Inside Symphony 4.0 The lights at Hotel The Kingsbury glowed warm against the evening sky, but the real spark was inside. The lights at Hotel The Kingsbury glowed warm against the evening sky, but the real spark was inside. Lifestyle 14 Aug, 2025
Kulendra Bishwakarma: Singing the heartbeat of Nepal, serving its soul Kulendra Bishwakarma: Singing the heartbeat of Nepal, serving its soul Kulendra Bishwakarma is more than just a celebrated name in Nepali folk music — he is a dedicated social worker whose songs and actions touch lives both on and off the stage. Kulendra Bishwakarma is more than just a celebrated name in Nepali folk music — he is a dedicated social worker whose songs and actions touch lives both on and off the stage. Lifestyle 12 Aug, 2025
Nepal's LGBTQ+ community holds first Pride rally since US funding cuts Nepal's LGBTQ+ community holds first Pride rally since US funding cuts Most of the support centers for Nepal’s LGBTQ+ community have been closed because of a lack of funds. Most of the support centers for Nepal’s LGBTQ+ community have been closed because of a lack of funds. Lifestyle 10 Aug, 2025
From Campus to Confidence: How a Student Club at Ace Is Redefining Leadership for the Next Generation From Campus to Confidence: How a Student Club at Ace Is Redefining Leadership for the... “I used to tremble at the thought of speaking in front of a class,” says Reyaz PS Gautam, a final-year student at Ace Institute of Management and one of the core members of Ace Toastmasters Club. “Now, I’ve hosted major events, mentored others, and found a version of myself I never thought existed. It all started with Ace Toastmasters.” “I used to tremble at the thought of speaking in front of a class,” says Reyaz PS Gautam, a final-year student at Ace Institute of Management and one of the core members of Ace Toastmasters Club. “Now, I’ve hosted major events, mentored others, and found a version of myself I never thought existed. It all started with Ace Toastmasters.” Lifestyle 07 Aug, 2025
A young surgeon tries to save lives at a crippled Gaza hospital A young surgeon tries to save lives at a crippled Gaza hospital Israeli forces returned to Shifa in March 2024, igniting two weeks of fighting in which the military said it killed some 200 militants who had regrouped there. Israeli forces returned to Shifa in March 2024, igniting two weeks of fighting in which the military said it killed some 200 militants who had regrouped there. Lifestyle 06 Aug, 2025
New faces, fresh vision New faces, fresh vision One of Kathmandu’s most iconic five-star properties, The Everest Hotel, is ready for a fresh chapter under the leadership of newly appointed General Manager Ashok Tanna, and dynamic Executive Chef Irfan Khan. One of Kathmandu’s most iconic five-star properties, The Everest Hotel, is ready for a fresh chapter under the leadership of newly appointed General Manager Ashok Tanna, and dynamic Executive Chef Irfan Khan. Lifestyle 02 Aug, 2025
Taekwondo & Toastmasters Taekwondo & Toastmasters When you think of Toastmasters, what comes to your mind? Perhaps speeches, stage presence, or maybe that nervous flutter before public speaking. But on one unforgettable day, SAIM Toastmasters Club of Division C broke that mold—literally and metaphorically. When you think of Toastmasters, what comes to your mind? Perhaps speeches, stage presence, or maybe that nervous flutter before public speaking. But on one unforgettable day, SAIM Toastmasters Club of Division C broke that mold—literally and metaphorically. Lifestyle 31 Jul, 2025
Tea-loving Nepal is warming up to coffee Tea-loving Nepal is warming up to coffee Coffee hasn't always been an easy sell in Nepal. Coffee hasn't always been an easy sell in Nepal. Lifestyle 27 Jul, 2025
World Putin says there are points he can't agree to in the US proposal to end Russia's war in Ukraine Putin refused to elaborate on what Russia could accept or reject, and none of the other officials involved offered details of the talks.
Sports Root finally scores an Ashes century for England in Australia and makes it a big one Root went to the crease in the third over with England reeling at 5-2 after Starc's opening burst.
Sports Premier League: Arsenal regains 5-point lead as struggling Liverpool drops more points at Anfield Another win for Arsenal. More misery for Liverpool and its under-fire manager Arne Slot.
Nepal Narayanghat–Butwal four-lane project reaches 76% physical progress The Narayanghat–Butwal four-lane road project has achieved 76 per cent physical progress along the 65-kilometre stretch, according to the Narayanghat–Butwal Road Project (Eastern Section) Office.
Sports Sudurpaschim Royals' unbeaten run continues; Kathmandu Gorkhas qualify for play-offs Sudurpaschim Royals and Kathmandu Gorkhas registered convincing victories in Tuesday’s fixtures of the ongoing Siddhartha Bank Nepal Premier League in Kathmandu.
Kathmandu PM Karki vows to hold election on scheduled date Prime Minister Sushila Karki has reaffirmed that the government is preparing to hold the parliamentary election on the announced date, March 5, 2026.
Nepal Foreign tourist arrivals in Mustang up by 10.6% in 2025 Foreign tourist arrivals in Mustang have increased by 10.61 percent in the first 11 months of 2025 compared to the same period in 2024, according to the Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) Area Office in Jomsom.
Science and Tech Deadly Asian floods are no fluke. They're a climate warning, scientists say Southeast Asia is being pummeled by unusually severe floods this year, as late-arriving storms and relentless rains wreak havoc that has caught many places off guard.
Health Health ministry urges public to take precautions as winter flu cases rise The Ministry of Health and Population has urged the public to remain vigilant against seasonal influenza as flu cases typically rise with dropping temperatures.
