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Is Nepal Losing its Soulful Grip on Yoga?
Uncertainty clouds PM Oli’s India trip amid increased speculations over Delhi’s discontent
3Madhes-centric parties to discuss formation of a new front
4Two years since Yeti Airlines crash: An aviation tragedy hard to forget
5PM extends greetings on the occasion of Maghe Sankranti
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Exemplary Display of Diplomatic Maturity in China Visit
Exemplary Display of Diplomatic Maturity in China Visit
One of the main reasons why there was no such controversy after the visit of Prime Minister Oli to China was that the ruling parties sat together for several rounds of discussions to forge consensus on all issues of contention.
Dec 12, 2024
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Ensure new air entry routes for full-fledged GBIA operation
Ensure new air entry routes for full-fledged GBIA operation
The government should engage in diplomatic negotiations with India to secure additional air routes. Access to Indian airspace would mean shorter flights at lower costs. This is likely to make GBIA more attractive to international airlines.
Dec 11, 2024
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Build trust with conflict victims for effective TJ bodies
Build trust with conflict victims for effective TJ bodies
There are concerns that many of the candidates deemed equally, if not more, qualified are not included in the shortlist released by the Recommendation Committee. Among the conflict victims' fraternity, this has raised suspicion about whether the ruling parties have already reached an agreement on wh...
Dec 10, 2024
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Wait and Watch Before Sending Students, Workers to Israel
Wait and Watch Before Sending Students, Workers to Israel
By holding off on sending more workers and students to Israel, Nepal can avoid potential diplomatic tensions and safeguard its economic interests. The humanitarian situation in Gaza and the broader region remains dire, with ongoing hostilities affecting civilians on both sides.
Dec 09, 2024
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SAARC Must Avoid a 'To Be or Not to Be' Dilemma
SAARC Must Avoid a 'To Be or Not to Be' Dilemma
It serves every purpose of the member states to revive the SAARC and make it functional to promote their mutual interests. The revival process must begin from dialogue where member states sit together and discuss issues of their common concerns.
Dec 08, 2024
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Ending Gender-Based Violence
Ending Gender-Based Violence
Accusations of witchcraft and torture, social humiliation and stigmatization and discriminatory behavior on the grounds of gender are also forms of violence.
Dec 07, 2024
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BRI Breakthrough
BRI Breakthrough
Although Nepal signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on BRI in 2017, not a single project under this Initiative was implemented in Nepal due to differences among major political parties over whether to implement BRI projects through loans or grants.
Dec 06, 2024
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The Woes of Single Women and Senior Citizens
The Woes of Single Women and Senior Citizens
It goes without saying that single women face numerous challenges in their long singlehood lives. They face social stigma and economic hardships. Census data indicate that widows make up the majority of single women, accounting for about seven percent of the female population; and over the past two...
Dec 05, 2024
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Take effective measures to curb cross-border crimes
Take effective measures to curb cross-border crimes
It is concerning to note that a security officer was murdered in the line of duty—by smugglers. This tragic incident highlights the growing smuggling network along the bordering areas and the audacity of criminal gangs operating with impunity.
Dec 04, 2024
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Seizing the Positive Momentum in Tourism
Seizing the Positive Momentum in Tourism
As Nepal’s tourism has gained momentum despite all these odds, all government and non-government agencies concerned should take concerted measures to address the issues hindering the tourism industry to realize its full potential.
Dec 03, 2024