Forces on poll spadework Himalayan News ServiceKathmandu, January 30:Although the government is yet to announce any date for elections, it has informally instructed security wings to do the homework on security arrangements for the general elections. The Election Commission... Travel 31 Jan, 2005
More troops sought for UN mission, claims RNA Himalayan News Service Kathmandu, January 28: Refuting reports that the United Nations would stop taking Royal Nepalese Army (RNA) soldiers for peacekeeping missions on the grounds of deteriorating human rights situation in the country, RNA... Travel 29 Jan, 2005
Educationists against more universities Himalayan News ServiceKathmandu, January 19:Educationists today said increasing the number of universities would not solve the problem in the higher education sector but would only add up more problem. Educationist Dr Tirtha Raj Khaniya saying the... Horoscopes 20 Jan, 2005
Next option Political conference provides the best hopeThe government has not clearly put forward its position on constituent assembly and mediation Vijaya Chalise As the deadline for talks with the Maoists expired on January 13, people are wondering what course... 17 Jan, 2005
Need of the hour is dialogue Himalayan News ServiceKathmandu, January 9:As the government deadline for the Maoists to come to talks nears, The Himalayan Times continued its survey to know the views of a cross-section of society . Excerpts:Ganga Shakya, student Dialogue is... Horoscopes 10 Jan, 2005
Homework through a pinhole How many of us take homework seriously and do it sincerely? How many of us do not regard homework as a nuisance? Truly speaking, many students detest doing homework. They consider homework a burden.Not too long ago I was not an exception. I too wanted... Travel Abroad 06 Jan, 2005
A few precious moments Every time I glance at the snaps that we clicked in college I take a journey down memory lane. Don’t know and can’t make out how those two hobnobbing years glided by. Feels like it was yesterday that I had taken admission. Two prolific years zoomed... Travel Abroad 09 Jul, 2004
ON THE JOB Getting a fair jobArrive early to scope out the place and avoid getting flustered. From your preparation, you would have worked out a priority list on companies. At the fair, you will see a layout plan for the company booths at the entrance — if not... Travel Abroad 09 Jun, 2004
Be practical A meeting of experts from South Asian nations aimed at preparing a comprehensive blue-print outlining the SAARC Development Goals (SADGs) for the next five years will begin in the Maldives on June 8. Specialists from the seven member countries will... 07 Jun, 2004
Pages for growth Shashi DhungelKathmanduThe sight of my 12-year-old cousin devouring a 1,200-page ‘Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix’ in a week fascinated me. She was not reading the book during her vacation but juggling time in between going to school,... Travel Abroad 30 May, 2004
Sex education needs careful introduction, say experts Himalayan News ServiceKathmandu, May 26:Senior government officials and educationists today emphasised on the need of proper homework and extreme care before introducing sex education in school and college curriculum. Introducing sex education in the... Horoscopes 27 May, 2004
How to fail every exam The GuardianLondon:Worried about failure? Check out this tried and tested plan for fouling up as effectively as possible... • Don’t answer the question: If you think that only a fool could accomplish this feat, rest assured that anyone can. Because... Travel Abroad 25 May, 2004
