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Chasing the Stars: Embracing Essentialism in a Complex World
We have about a week to make some meaningful life choices—or just start something simple and doable. Recall that most resolutions are broken by the end of February. So, if you want to avoid being part of that statistics, start small.
Dec 23, 2024
AI and the Test of Teaching
AI and the Test of Teaching
Dec 22, 2024Geopolitical Impact of Communism's Rise and Fall in Nep...
Geopolitical Impact of Communism's Rise and Fall in Nep...
Dec 21, 2024Examining the Gorkha Struggle: Sovereignty, Colonialism...
Examining the Gorkha Struggle: Sovereignty, Colonialism...
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Lamichhane stripped of MP position as Kaski DGAO registers three cases
PM Oli appoints Vice-Chancellors in three universities
3Hearing on case filed against Rabi Lamichhane and others to begin today
4Dr Nicholas Bhusal, who took Rabi's 'custody photo,' arrested
5Police dismiss Maharashtra CM’s claim of Naxalite meeting in Nepal
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Kathmandu’s Water Crisis: A Social Problem Demanding Urgent Action
Kathmandu’s Water Crisis: A Social Problem Demanding Urgent...
Given that water sources are located in peri-urban and rural areas, enhancing urban-rural linkages is vital. Strengthening connections with existing sources like Melamchi, as well as potential future sources like Yangri, Larke, and Sisneri, could yield significant benefits.
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From Sasha to John Digweed: Transforming Delhi’s Club Scene with Class
From Sasha to John Digweed: Transforming Delhi’s Club Scene...
In the early 2000s, Delhi’s nightlife paled in comparison to its global counterparts—until a visionary talent booker and the owner of Elevate nightclub sparked a revolution, bringing bold ambition to life.
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Readers’ Voice in Content Choice
Readers’ Voice in Content Choice
Are all printed media shrinking to the path of extinction? Far from it. They are not on any flight to oblivion, but many, if not most, will be diminished as readers migrate to new and alternative information pastures—those of news and other content.
Dec 17, 2024
OPINION
The AI World and Gratitude in Our Lives
The AI World and Gratitude in Our Lives
The 21st century, or perhaps we should rename it as the AI century, has revolutionized how we perceive the world. I vividly remember the days when we used to say the world had become a global village, thanks to the internet.
Dec 16, 2024
OPINION
Breaking Barriers to Understanding Mental Health Stigma
Breaking Barriers to Understanding Mental Health Stigma
The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated mental health challenges, intensifying feelings of isolation, anxiety, and despair.
Dec 15, 2024
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Excess Liquidity and Mounting Defaults: Nepal’s Banking Sector Faces Looming Crisis
Excess Liquidity and Mounting Defaults: Nepal’s Banking Sect...
Nepal's banking sector is experiencing an alarming paradox. While banks are flush with liquidity, as seen by a Credit-to-Deposit Ratio (CDR) of 78.58% as of December 7, 2024 (source: Nepal Rastra Bank), they are also grappling with an unprecedented increase in loan defaults.
Dec 14, 2024
OPINION
PM Oli’s China Visit: A Balancing Act in Geopolitical Play
PM Oli’s China Visit: A Balancing Act in Geopolitical Play
The understanding reached between the Nepali Congress and the CPN-UML on the BRI framework has to serve as a basis for building a national consensus while conducting our foreign policy and external affairs policy in the coming days.
Dec 13, 2024
OPINION
Disability-based Discrimination Rampant in Nepal
Disability-based Discrimination Rampant in Nepal
It is difficult to effectively engage policymakers in addressing gender issues, exclusion and the need for increased visibility of persons with disabilities, especially women with disabilities in rural communities.
Dec 12, 2024
OPINION
When Memories Fade
When Memories Fade
Another memory resurfaces. Denial became a major obstacle in this case. Despite repeated suggestions, the family refused to acknowledge the possibility of dementia. Acceptance, unfortunately, hinged on a more serious incident.
Dec 11, 2024
OPINION
Breaking Barriers: Nepal’s Journey Toward Equality and Justice
Breaking Barriers: Nepal’s Journey Toward Equality and Justi...
Nepal’s gender-neutral and caste-neutral laws often overlook the compounded disadvantages faced by marginalized groups, such as Dalit LGBTQIA+ individuals, who remain doubly excluded from economic and social opportunities.
Dec 10, 2024