Madhesh blues: What to expect The Constitution of Nepal has ensured reservation to deprived groups, women, Madhesis, indigenous people and the needy ones. How many Chepangs, Rautes, Muslims, Musahars, Rajbanshis have benefited? In the autumn of 2006, after the spring... 21 Jun, 2016
The world of books: Inspiring characters I am a bibliophile. I enjoy reading novels, especially fiction of women. Skeeter Phelan from the novel The Help written by Kathryn Stockett is my favourite literary character. Skeeter is a 23-year-old brave, kind, and truth seeking white woman who... 05 Jun, 2016
Landscape archaeology: Neglected gardens At Tilaurakot and other archaeological sites of Lumbini and Kapilvastu, the archaeologists have never tried studying the landscape. Likewise gardens situated in Janakpur and Raja garden of Siraha have been neglected by... 14 Apr, 2016
An act of defiance and devotion Mahettar Ram Tandon is still proud of the indelible message he carries almost five decades after he had the name of the Hindu god Ram tattooed over his entire body. Dressed in a simple white lungi, a traditional Indian garment, and wearing a...