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Anglo-Nepal war and ghee cauldron

Anglo-Nepal war and ghee cauldron

- by Narayan Poudel

Gastritis is a huge problem, especially in Nepal.  Haphazard food timing and unhygienic food are the main reason for gastritis. It is advisable to avoid oily food and to keep the ailment afar. Lack of exercises and hectic work life are the supporting factors of gastric.

The Antiquity of Emptiness

The Antiquity of Emptiness

- by Arjeeb Shrestha

Is this chronicle of manly existence? A falsehood is it? Or non to the recognition of untold absence? The leer actions yet exalt to the dullness An essence to humanitarian misery; the antiquity of emptiness

I spy a kite in the Dashain sky

I spy a kite in the Dashain sky

- by Rahat Poudel

KATHMANDU, Oct 4: Air borne kites and the intense aerial battles have been the focal leisure activity during Dashain for ages, until recently. As soon as monsoon ended, the vivid color variations of kites used to engulf the blue sky. Legends suggest that kites are indicators to Lord Indra, the rain god, that the fields had water aplenty. Kites are also believed to send ‘thank-you messages’ to the celestial deities for the abundant rain during monsoon.

Jitiya festival uniting women

Jitiya festival uniting women

- by Mahesh Kumar Das

MAHOTTARI, Oct 3: Jitiya Parva, the most-awaited festival of the women of the Maithali community started this Monday. In the beginning hours, women devotees take dips into nearby water sources before initiating fasts -- wishing for the longevity of their family members. The custom of offering oil and khari (pina) in yam leaves to Lord Jitumahan is widely practiced during the festival.

Take a step at a time

Take a step at a time

- by Republica

A few months back, we started quarreling and he wanted to create space between us for some time. I recently came to know that he had started seeing someone else. However, we’ve decided to move to the USA after our bachelors. However, he is doubtful about us being together because of family issues. What do you suggest I do?

Business education for effective youth entrepreneurship

Business education for effective youth entrepreneurship

- by Amrit Sapkota

Every day, more than 1750 passionate Nepali youths with extraordinary ideas leave the nation for foreign employment. TIA sees off many energetic youngsters with hopes of finding a better quality of life. If this trend continues, skilled manpower shortage in our country will peak even higher. Therefore, we have to improvise the system of education in Nepal, encouraging students to be job creators, rather than seekers.

Shadows from the past

Shadows from the past

- by Ishan Baidhya

Who cares if I’m not here any more? Who cares if I’m not breathing any more?

Junkiri takes Mandala Theatre to West Nepal

Junkiri takes Mandala Theatre to West Nepal

- by Republica

KATHMANDU, Oct 3: A group of artists from Mandala Theatre is on a tour of western Nepal. According to a press statement released by Mandala Theatre, the mobile theatre  titled ‘Smritiko Lagi Ghumti Rangamanch Bhraman’ will showcase the drama ‘Nauffrine Bhyaguto’, with an aim to express solidarity with the communities affected by the conflict.

Thai Food Festival at Fairfield by Marriott

Thai Food Festival at Fairfield by Marriott

- by Rahat Poudel

KATHMANDU, Oct 2: If you are a foodie, make sure to enter Kava Restaurant with craving tongue as the Thai Food Festival is definitely a must visit for the food lovers. The food festival is led by the guest chef Kroongtana Nimnu, from Thailand.

A world without borders

A world without borders

- by Kriesha Pradhan

These invisible lines that mark where my country ends and yours begins. These lines where millions of people live unknown about their whereabouts. These lines where we will soon build up walls of bricks and separate brothers from their sisters. These line that invaders crossed, victory stamped on their passports. These lines are creating problems.

Understanding life

Understanding life

- by Juneli Sunar

I always remember the saying: “Trials in life can be tragedies or triumphs, depending on how we handle them. Triumphs don’t come without effort.”

Souls of my city: Life is work

Souls of my city: Life is work

- by Shahin Sunuwar Rasaili

Ram Lal Shrestha came to Kathmandu from his hometown of Palung, Makawanpur, in search of work in 2029 BS. Before coming here, he used to help his uncle on the farm.

Fallen for words

- by Sonam Lama

In her late 50’s, she feels young and vibrant at heart. Shashikala Manandhar is one who deeply fell in love with her poetry that she penned at the age of 14. A devotee of literature, she shares an intimate bond with writing for which she has dedicated her entire life. Till now, she has penned more than a dozen novels and over two dozen short stories, child stories, and poetry collections. Her novel ‘Shaili’ has become a bestseller.

BEAUTY PAGEANT: Platform for looks, talent, and business

BEAUTY PAGEANT: Platform for looks, talent, and business

- by Rejina Basnet

KATHMANDU, Oct 2: What do you think of when you hear the term ‘beauty pageant’?  The general image that comes to our minds is: conventionally beautiful women, wearing shiny gowns wrapped by sash and sparkling crowns made up of jewels in their heads. They have wide smiles on their faces, alongside glittery makeup, and they are walking with style, with their hands waving to the crowd.

Trailer and title song of ‘Dear Jindagi’ released

Trailer and title song of ‘Dear Jindagi’ released

KATHMANDU, Oct 2: Title track and trailer of mega tele-serial ‘Dear Jindagi’ have been released at an event organized in Kathmandu recently. The serial features some well-known faces of K-Town including Sunil Thapa, Puskar Jung Thapa, Shreya Karki, Sushma Karki, Subash Parajuli, Arjun Gautam, among others. The serial is written and directed by Janak Deep Parajuli.

5 things about Sirjana Subba

5 things about Sirjana Subba

- by Sonam Lama

Sirjana Subba was pursuing a career in modern dance until she found herself engaged in the theaters in 2006. She found fame when she made a leap into the silver screen, where she portrayed key characters in ‘Aawaaj’, ‘Loot’, and ‘Loot 2’. Her performance in ‘Dying Candle’ is among her most notable works. For her influential role in Dying Candle, she bagged the Best Actress award in Kamana Film Award (2017).

‘Shanti’ premieres two songs

‘Shanti’ premieres two songs

- by Republica

KATHMANDU, Oct 1: Sushil Chhetri and Nisha Pomu starrer ‘Shanti’ has released two songs: ‘Baleshi Ma Pani Khasyo’ and ‘Phelo Nazar Judhyo’ amid press meet on Saturday.  Dinesh Lingden, also the director of the movie, wrote: "The lyrics ‘Baseshi Paani Kasyo’ whereas Hari Upreti penned down the lyrics of ‘Phelo Najar Judhe Pachhi'."

Musical event in honor of Shambujeet Baskota

Musical event in honor of Shambujeet Baskota

KATHMANDU, Oct 1: Honoring the four-decade-long musical journey of veteran composer Shambujeet Baskota, the first day of Shambujeet Golden Musical Journey-2018’ was held at Tudhikhel ground, Kathmandu. The two-day long event was organized by Sadhana Kala Kendra.