POLITICS
Most parties led by those eligible for elderly allowance
Most parties led by those eligible for elderly allowance
KATHMANDU, Jan 26: While the government's latest decision to reduce the eligibility age for the elderly allowance suggests that citizens above 65 are not up to any income-generating work and deserve protection under the state's social security policy, a majority of leaders holding key posts in ma...
Jan 26, 2018
The Week
Closer to nature
Closer to nature
She is a yoga teacher who confesses being quite attached to nature. Along with promoting a healthy lifestyle she also encourages eco-friendly habits. But one thing that always bothered her while teaching yoga were the yoga mats. “They are usually made of synthetic material and the smell of rubber an...
Jan 26, 2018
The Week
Seeking comfort
Seeking comfort
In the recent times, beanbags have become an inevitable part of décor in most urban households. These not only make a space look cozy and chic but they are so comfortable that everybody just needs one. The good news is they are now easily available in our market and that too at reasonable prices.
Jan 26, 2018
The Week
Stretching to a better workout
Stretching to a better workout
If the prospect of touching your toes fills you with dread, you should know that you are in a bit of a trouble. Stretching may not be the most exciting part of a workout but it is crucial if you want to make the most of your fitness and workout routines. Regardless of whether you are aiming for card...
Jan 26, 2018
The Week
Language in education
Language in education
Language in education.
Jan 26, 2018
The Week
The case for contact lenses
The case for contact lenses
Contact lenses seem so much less of a bother when compared to eyeglasses and they also don’t ruin your look like thick, bulky glasses tend to do. And, sometimes, you also want to wear contact lenses to change your eye color too.
Jan 26, 2018
SPORTS
Paudel earns maiden call up, Sah retained
Paudel earns maiden call up, Sah retained
KATHMANDU, Jan 26: Rohit Kumar Paudel got a maiden call up as Nepal announced the 14-member squad for the upcoming ICC World Cricket League Division Two to be held in Namibia from February 8 to 15 this year.
Jan 26, 2018
The Week
Last minute saviors
Last minute saviors
Admit it, it’s happened to all of you at least once. You packed our travel bag in a hurry and completely forgot to take some essential cosmetic products. Or you knew you just had a few drops of foundation left but still thought it would last one more application till it didn’t and you were left with...
Jan 26, 2018
ECONOMY
Ginger worth millions rot in farms as India closes market
Ginger worth millions rot in farms as India closes market
ILAM, Jan 26: Bishnu Bohora, a ginger trader in Panchthar district, gets phone calls from farmers almost on a daily basis. “Our ginger is rotting on the farm. When can you come and take delivery?” they ask.
Jan 26, 2018
The Week
The transition generation
The transition generation
The ongoing handover of power and all its accompanying political manoeuvres really serve as a microcosm of our recent history.
Jan 26, 2018