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National Shame Projects !
National Shame Projects !
The idea of national pride projects was introduced with the hope that the projects would enhance public services and stimulate economic growth. This also aimed to expedite the projects at the desired pace, with additional priority and commitment in terms of budget and other resources.
2 days ago
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Highway to Progress
Highway to Progress
The pace of infrastructure development, which is crucial to a country's overall growth, has been frustratingly slow in Nepal. This is evident when we consider the Mid-Hill Highway. For example, barely 90% of this highway's 135-kilometer Baglung stretch has been completed.
3 days ago
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Empowering telcos as financial transaction gateway for Nepal
Empowering telcos as financial transaction gateway for Nepal
In the modern era of digital transformation, ensuring secure, efficient, and reliable financial transactions is pivotal for national progress. Nepal, with its rapidly growing digital economy, stands at a crossroads where strategic decisions on financial infrastructure can have far-reaching im...
3 days ago
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The Tiger Paradox: Custodian of Nature or Sacrifices in Political Rhetoric
The Tiger Paradox: Custodian of Nature or Sacrifices in Poli...
Endangered tigers signify the complex conflict of priorities between conservation efforts and political opinions.
3 days ago
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A Landmark Step for Consumer Rights Protection
A Landmark Step for Consumer Rights Protection
In a significant movement for the protection of consumers’ rights, the government has decided to set up a consumer court, a development long awaited by consumers in the country. The decision to establish the first-ever court of this nature and mandate is in line with one such court envisioned...
4 days ago
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Supply Chain Risk and Mitigation for Landlocked Nepal
Supply Chain Risk and Mitigation for Landlocked Nepal
A major issue in Nepal’s customs operations is the inability to effectively coordinate between various stakeholders involved in the supply chain.
4 days ago
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Food Is Never Junk, the Eating Behavior Is Junk
Food Is Never Junk, the Eating Behavior Is Junk
Food is one of life's most basic elements and a foundation of culture, health, and relationship. Food tells a story about a variety of dishes that span history, tradition, and a sense of identity. From the Nepali dumplings 'Momo', to the ‘ThakaliKhana’ (dal bhat), to the spices of Indian...
5 days ago
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Maintain Dignity of Vice Presidency
Maintain Dignity of Vice Presidency
The re-entry of ex-Vice President Nanda Bahadur Pun into active party politics has rekindled debate on the sanctity and credibility associated with Nepal’s highest constitutional offices.
5 days ago
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Avoiding Nepal’s FATF Grey-listing
Avoiding Nepal’s FATF Grey-listing
The critical inquiry, consequently, is whether Nepal has effectively employed this one-year timeframe or simply depended on superficial bureaucratic maneuverings and diplomatic strategies to delay its grey-listing. The answer is stark. Nepal has unequivocally failed to execute the structural, financ...
6 days ago
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Early Passage of CAAN, ASAN Bills
Early Passage of CAAN, ASAN Bills
The Tourism and Civil Aviation Minister tabled the two bills in the House of Representatives on Sunday. The two largest parties – defying established parliamentary norms – are in power, and they have a near two-thirds majority in Parliament.
6 days ago