Shiksha Risal
Shiksha RisalRisal has been practicing journalism for the past seven years. She writes on social issues, social media, IT and literature. Currently, she is associated with Nagarik daily.
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From Acid Attack to Dream Home: Dolly’s Dauntless Journey
From Acid Attack to Dream Home: Dolly’s Dauntless Journey
In a small rented room in Uttar Pradesh, seven-year-old Dolly would draw pictures of houses with a pencil on paper. She would color them with love and write "Dolly's House." Her dream was to study, get a job, earn money, and build her own house.
Aug 15, 2024
OPINION
AI in journalism in the Global South: A double-edged sword?
AI in journalism in the Global South: A double-edged sword?
The transformative power of generative AI is shaking up the worldwide media industry, with immense consequences for the Global South.
Jun 07, 2024
OPINION
Enough is enough
Enough is enough
Many people were killed in charge of practicing witchcraft. Those cases were resolved most probably with milapatra
Mar 14, 2018
SOCIETY
Why #rageagainstrape?
Why #rageagainstrape?
KATHMANDU, Feb 20: Sexual violence against girls and women has gripped media attention in intervals.
Feb 20, 2018
OPINION
Rohingya riddle
Rohingya riddle
If the Indian Supreme Court rules against the Rohingyas, many could cross over into Nepal
Sep 23, 2017
OPINION
Betrayed in India
Betrayed in India
Every year thousands of Nepali students travel abroad for higher education. Despite the US being the most sought after destination, most students end up traveling to India in pursuit of higher studies. During admission season, it is common to see most newspaper ad spaces covered with attractive adve...
Sep 04, 2017
PHOTO FEATURE/Video
Kathmanduites take to swimming to beat the heat
Kathmanduites take to swimming to beat the heat
KATHMANDU, June 17: With the increase in temperature throughout the country including the capital city Kathmandu, life has become difficult. Though a large number of people have no other option than trying unwillingly to become acclimatized to sweltering heat, some of them have used swimming as a wa...
Jun 17, 2017
ELECTION
Saili Danuwar indifferent to election (with video)
Saili Danuwar indifferent to election (with video)
KATHMANDU, May 8: With the local level polls just six days away, many people are busy talking about elections; they are busy predicting the outcome of the elections.
May 08, 2017