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Victim of Superstition
Published On: August 5, 2016 03:00 AM NPT By: Nabin Baral
Many people in Nepal are still superstitious and have strong faith in supernatural powers. These centuries old conservative beliefs are still deep-rooted in the social structures of our society. They can be traced to various cultural activities among different communities and sadly, some even lead to both physical and mental abuse. Most of the time, victims of such violence are women especially the ones who are weak, poor and single.
Pushpa Kamal Dahal sworn in as Prime Minister (photo feature)
Published On: August 4, 2016 03:30 PM NPT By: Republica
KATHMANDU, Aug 3: CPN (Maoist Center) Chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal has been sworn in as the 39th Prime Minister of Nepal.
Crafts with a conscience
Published On: July 29, 2016 03:25 AM NPT By: Smriti Dhungana
Sarala Khadgi, 53, has been making Nepali handicrafts since the 1990s. A member of the Association for Craft Producers (ACP), she has been working in the production division for years now. ACP is a local, not for profit, fair trade organization providing design, marketing, management, and technical services to low-income Nepalis craft producers. ACP is a resource to advance and globally distribute their work, for which they receive fair wages and generous benefits.
‘Get well soon Lokman’
Published On: July 27, 2016 04:20 PM NPT By: Republica
KATHMANDU, July 27: Bibeksheel Nepali Party has demonstrated with banners and pamphlets shouting slogan ‘Get well soon Lokman’ in front of Bhatbhateni in the capital on Wednesday.
In pictures: Chariot pulling of Rato Machhindranath
Published On: July 26, 2016 08:14 PM NPT By: Republica
KATHMANDU, July 26: The chariot of the God of harvest and rainfall in Newari culture, Rato Machhindranath, that was at Lagankhel has been brought to Jawalakhel on Tuesday on the occasion of ‘Machhindranath Jatra’, the longest festival in Kathmandu Valley.
Incessant rainfall swells Narayani River
Published On: July 26, 2016 06:44 PM NPT By: Republica
CHITWAN, July 26: Narayani River has witnessed this year’s biggest flood on Tuesday.
Thousands gather at Maitighar in support of Dr KC!
Published On: July 23, 2016 12:00 PM NPT By: Republica
KATHMANDU, July 23: People have gathered in support of Dr. KC's cause to protect health & education sector at Maitighar, Kathmadu on Saturday afternoon.
Weaver bird tales
Published On: July 22, 2016 11:42 AM NPT By: Prabin Koirala
The weaver bird (or Baya Topchara as it is commonly called in Nepal) is also known as the engineer charo (bird) because of its startling ability to build an artistic nest.
Devotees throng Pashupatinath to celebrate first Monday of Shrawan
Published On: July 18, 2016 10:49 AM NPT By: Republica
KATHMANDU, July 18: Hindu devotees thronged the Pashupatinath Temple since early morning today to observe the first Monday of the month Shrawan of the Nepali calendar.
Salt mine in Upper Mustang in limbo
Published On: July 17, 2016 05:05 PM NPT By: Tek Narayan Bhattarai
MUSTANG, July 17: Due to the sheer negligence of the government, salt mine located in Upper Mustang has remained close since many years. In the past years, the salt was processed using traditional skills and techniques and was supplied to different parts of the country.
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