Citizen journalist

Published On: September 2, 2017 10:33 AM NPT By: Republica

Newar girls and boys play drums on the occasion of Juga festival in Badegaun, Lalitpur on August 27.

Solo adventures

Published On: September 1, 2017 07:37 PM NPT By: Republica

Every once in a while you have to ditch your travel buddies and go on an adventure alone. Traveling alone provides you with an incredible opportunity to meet new people and experience new things. You will also learn to be a little independent and self-reliant as well. But traveling alone can be daunting so we asked some people who have ventured out alone for some basic tips. Here’s what they had to say.

Dressing the bump

Published On: September 1, 2017 07:05 PM NPT By: Republica

Maintaining their style during pregnancy is a small but an effective way of uplifting the spirits of expecting mothers.

Domination through determination

Published On: September 1, 2017 06:00 PM NPT By: Republica

Basanti Pradhan, owner of Bodhi Brikchya Nursery, didn’t think she would ever become a successful entrepreneur especially after suffering a huge lose in a garment business but she says her passion to succeed was the reason why she persevered. Today, besides the nursery, she also owns a flower shop at Tripureshwor, Kathmandu, a finance company, and a sweets house.

Mad about music

Published On: September 1, 2017 05:57 PM NPT By: Republica

We are all familiar with the name Deepak Bajracharya, the one behind hit songs like ‘Kali Kali Hissi Pareki’, ‘O Amira’, and ‘Maya Ko Dorile’ but not many know that his versatile singer, lyricist, and composer was shy and quite an introvert during his school days. He thought he could never sing in front of a crowd so his musical dreams wouldn’t come true.

From stage to society

Published On: September 1, 2017 05:54 PM NPT By: Republica

Sitaram Kattel, who initially gained popularity by portraying the hilarious character of Dhurmus in the sitcom Meri Bassai, is not only a successful comedian but a scriptwriter and director as well.

Conscious craftsmanship

Published On: September 1, 2017 05:45 PM NPT By: Republica

I have never written a word wanting it to prize-worthy. My writings are mainly how I express myself as well as my contributions to the society. But, having said that, I’m very happy to be honored with such a prestigious award. It, in some way, does feel like a glorious result of all my hard work and I believe it will also inspire me to write more and write well in the future.

Kathmandu through its doors

Published On: September 1, 2017 02:45 PM NPT By: Swasti Gautam

This picture was taken on the day of Gai Jatra in Bhaktapur. It was raining, the event was almost over and everyone was returning home. The two ladies in traditional attire and the sculpture created an interesting frame. The worn out plaster on the arch represents its age, and also tell a story about how the building is aging but the traditions and festivals are keeping it alive.

Making it the Middle Eastern way

Published On: September 1, 2017 02:12 PM NPT By: Priyanka Gurung

You may be using familiar meats, vegetables, and starches but the taste of your kitchen has the potential of being completely different on any given day. It is indeed surprising what you can do with the same old spices and condiments. As we have learnt all it takes is a little twist in the techniques and a will to try on new recipes. So this time around, The Week is bringing to you some flavors from the Middle East. Jeetendra Rawal, chef at Privé by Level 3, helps introduce as well as break down the essentials for the cuisine.

Stings and the Police

Published On: September 1, 2017 01:57 PM NPT By: Gunjan Upadhyay

When people travel cheek by jowl on our dark and often claustrophobic public transport system, there will always be a few who will look to take advantage of these conditions.