The energy of life: All about bioenergetics The energy of life: All about bioenergetics What makes us ‘hit’ the floor each morning and reach out from sleep to awareness, emptiness to existence and dream to reality What makes us ‘hit’ the floor each morning and reach out from sleep to awareness, emptiness to existence and dream to reality Opinion 30 Nov, 2022
VAT refund system in Nepal Design and implementation VAT refund system in Nepal Design and implementation Tax refund is an important element of the value added tax (VAT) system. Under the VAT, taxpayers pay tax on the purchases/ imports of goods and services that are used to run their businesses. Tax refund is an important element of the value added tax (VAT) system. Under the VAT, taxpayers pay tax on the purchases/ imports of goods and services that are used to run their businesses. Opinion 28 Nov, 2022
Taking on poverty and inequality in Nepal Taking on poverty and inequality in Nepal With growth averaging 4.5 per cent per year over the last decade, Nepal also achieved lower middle-income status in 2020 and is aiming for graduation from Least Developed Country status by 2026 With growth averaging 4.5 per cent per year over the last decade, Nepal also achieved lower middle-income status in 2020 and is aiming for graduation from Least Developed Country status by 2026 Opinion 23 Nov, 2022
Nepal must protect its biodiversity: For prosperity and well-being Nepal must protect its biodiversity: For prosperity and well-being Nepal’s geography, typified by vast differences in altitude and climate across a short north–south transect, has enabled tremendous biological diversity to flourish here, making it a hotspot for biodiversity. Nepal’s geography, typified by vast differences in altitude and climate across a short north–south transect, has enabled tremendous biological diversity to flourish here, making it a hotspot for biodiversity. Opinion 25 Nov, 2022
EDITORIAL: Polls largely fair EDITORIAL: Polls largely fair The November 20 general elections held for the House of Representatives and provincial assemblies were held in a peaceful and fair manner, barring sporadic incidents of violence, such as booth capturing and voter intimidation, in some districts. The November 20 general elections held for the House of Representatives and provincial assemblies were held in a peaceful and fair manner, barring sporadic incidents of violence, such as booth capturing and voter intimidation, in some districts. Opinion 25 Nov, 2022
Polling for Nepal's parliament 2022: Ballot box or cyber-voting? Polling for Nepal's parliament 2022: Ballot box or cyber-voting? If every man were good enough to rule the state, said Socrates, election would be unnecessary when people would choose their leaders by lot, and, if voting changed anything, said Baige in 1983, they would make it illegal. If every man were good enough to rule the state, said Socrates, election would be unnecessary when people would choose their leaders by lot, and, if voting changed anything, said Baige in 1983, they would make it illegal. Opinion 24 Nov, 2022
Challenges before the new government: Seemingly complex but actually simple Challenges before the new government: Seemingly complex but actually simple Anything goes kind of classical governmental mentality has landed us in the present state of affairs Anything goes kind of classical governmental mentality has landed us in the present state of affairs Opinion 22 Nov, 2022
FIFA World Cup 2022: Kicked off amid controversies FIFA World Cup 2022: Kicked off amid controversies KATHMANDU, NOVEMBER 20A controversy related to the World Cup is the alleged mishandling of migrant workers during the construction of new stadiums and other World Cup... KATHMANDU, NOVEMBER 20A controversy related to the World Cup is the alleged mishandling of migrant... Opinion 21 Nov, 2022
Upcoming election: A test of Nepali voters Upcoming election: A test of Nepali voters The year 1947 marked an epoch in the history of elections in Nepal. The year 1947 marked an epoch in the history of elections in Nepal. Opinion 18 Nov, 2022
EDITORIAL: Follow EC code EDITORIAL: Follow EC code 48-hour silence period before the November 20 A general election on Sunday began Thursday midnight, which prohibits party candidates and independents from engaging in any form of poll publicity. 48-hour silence period before the November 20 A general election on Sunday began Thursday midnight, which prohibits party candidates and independents from engaging in any form of poll publicity. Opinion 18 Nov, 2022
Karma sutra: The doctrine of cause and effect Karma sutra: The doctrine of cause and effect The Indian philosopher Madhvacárya (1238-1317) observed that our souls have a plethora of innate characteristics and capacities; they were preordained to accomplish certain ends. This (r)evolutionary perspective puts Madhvacárya at variance with the traditional Indian view of the karma theory, all right — where differences (‘bheda’) in social and religious status are determined by way of past moral, or decadent The Indian philosopher Madhvacárya (1238-1317) observed that our souls have a plethora of innate characteristics and capacities; they were preordained to accomplish certain ends. This (r)evolutionary perspective puts Madhvacárya at variance with the traditional Indian view of the karma theory, all right — where differences (‘bheda’) in social and religious status are determined by way of past moral, or decadent Opinion 16 Nov, 2022
General election: Hope of transformation General election: Hope of transformation Same old faces. What will the future of our country be? A man, holding a cup of tea in one hand and a newspaper in the other, was mumbling in innocence but looked concerned. Divided comments about the election candidacy and results can be heard at every corner of the street, in the tea stalls, restaurants and gatherings. Same old faces. What will the future of our country be? A man, holding a cup of tea in one hand and a newspaper in the other, was mumbling in innocence but looked concerned. Divided comments about the election candidacy and results can be heard at every corner of the street, in the tea stalls, restaurants and gatherings. Opinion 14 Nov, 2022
Rights-based family planning; Why it is central to sustainable development Rights-based family planning; Why it is central to sustainable development Unintended pregnancies. Lack of access to contraceptives. Rapidly changing population trends. Unintended pregnancies. Lack of access to contraceptives. Rapidly changing population trends. Opinion 11 Nov, 2022
EDITORIAL: Learn lessons EDITORIAL: Learn lessons An earthquake measuring 6.6 on the Richter scale that struck Doti of Sudupaschim Province early Wednesday morning killed six people while damaging homes and local infrastructure – a grim reminder of how prone Nepal is to the destructive force of nature. An earthquake measuring 6.6 on the Richter scale that struck Doti of Sudupaschim Province early Wednesday morning killed six people while damaging homes and local infrastructure – a grim reminder of how prone Nepal is to the destructive force of nature. Opinion 11 Nov, 2022
Pre-electoral coalition in Nepal: Comedy of errors revisited Pre-electoral coalition in Nepal: Comedy of errors revisited Unlike his famous tragedy masterpieces, William Shakespeare composed a lighthearted slapstick play, The Comedy of Errors, in 1594. Unlike his famous tragedy masterpieces, William Shakespeare composed a lighthearted slapstick play, The Comedy of Errors, in 1594. Opinion 10 Nov, 2022
November 20 elections: Will they emulate the local polls? November 20 elections: Will they emulate the local polls? The country is witnessing periodic elections, which have ensured the acceptance of the supremacy of adult franchise. On November 20, both the general and provincial elections will be held in a single phase. It is apparent that the political situation of the country is shrouded in confusion with many political parties contesting the elections. The country is witnessing periodic elections, which have ensured the acceptance of the supremacy of adult franchise. On November 20, both the general and provincial elections will be held in a single phase. It is apparent that the political situation of the country is shrouded in confusion with many political parties contesting the elections. Opinion 09 Nov, 2022
Public transportation: Small steps could improve it Public transportation: Small steps could improve it We all know that the public transportation system in Kathmandu is at the best passable. It is passable because at the end of the day, even with a lot of hassles and challenges, you can move from one point to another one. We all know that the public transportation system in Kathmandu is at the best passable. It is passable because at the end of the day, even with a lot of hassles and challenges, you can move from one point to another one. Opinion 07 Nov, 2022
Open sesame and the election promises: Cast your votes wisely Open sesame and the election promises: Cast your votes wisely A few days back, I watched a certain performance on social media. A few days back, I watched a certain performance on social media. Opinion 04 Nov, 2022
EDITORIAL: Abide by poll code EDITORIAL: Abide by poll code After having made their election manifestos public, political parties and candidates contesting the November 20 federal and provincial election began intensive campaigning from Thursday, as allowed by the Election Commission (EC). After having made their election manifestos public, political parties and candidates contesting the November 20 federal and provincial election began intensive campaigning from Thursday, as allowed by the Election Commission (EC). Opinion 04 Nov, 2022
The Himalayas: A global biodiversity hotspot The Himalayas: A global biodiversity hotspot Currently, about 65% of the 738 BRs within the WNBR are located in mountain areas. In the Himalayas, India has already successfully established two Biosphere Reserves, with some of the highest ecosystems in the world. Currently, about 65% of the 738 BRs within the WNBR are located in mountain areas. In the Himalayas, India has already successfully established two Biosphere Reserves, with some of the highest ecosystems in the world. Opinion 03 Nov, 2022
Opinion In a Fractured World: My Trip to Nepal Offered Hope Tom Brokaw, the broadcast journalist, once said, “Always take the trip.” Few truer words were ever spoken.
Nepal Ramechap sees rise in Junar production Junar or sweet orange production has increased in Ramechhap this year. Thanks to the suitable climate and proper use of treatment and nutrients , production of the citrus fruit has increased in the district.
Nepal 28 injured in Chitwan school bus accident A school bus met an accident at Drabyatar in Kalika Municipality-9, Chitwan, on Saturday afternoon.
Nepal Indian Army Chief Gen Dwivedi performs worship at Muktinath Temple Chief of Army Staff of India, General Upendra Dwivedi, who is on an official visit to Nepal, performed worship at Muktinath Temple, a popular pilgrimage site in Mustang, on Saturday.
Nepal Trump dominates Prime Minister Oli's conversation with Elon Musk Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli yesterday congratulated US President-elect Donald Trump in a virtual meeting with the world's wealthiest person, Elon Musk, while also discussing opportunities for digital infrastructure development in Nepal.
Sports Shyam Tamang triumphs at Pilot Golfers Amateur Golf Tournament Shyam Tamang was crowned champion in the Men's category at the Pilot Golfers Amateur Championship held on November 22-23 at the Royal Nepal Golf Club in Kathmandu.
World Fighting between armed sectarian groups in restive northwestern Pakistan kills at least 33 people Fighting between armed Sunni and Shiite groups in northwestern Pakistan killed at least 33 people and injured 25 others, a senior police officer from the region said Saturday.
Business Power from Sanjen Hydropower Project connected to national grid The power produced by the Sanjen Hydropower Project has been connected to the national grid. The first unit of power from the project was connected to the national grid on Friday evening.
Nepal Construction of 135 MW Manang Marsyangdi HP starts Financial closure for the 135 MW Manang Marsyangdi Hydropower Project (MMHP) has been secured with the signing of the Loan Agreement with EXIM Bank, China.
