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‘I Am Greta’ gives fuller portrait of teen climate activist

‘I Am Greta’ gives fuller portrait of teen climate activist

- by Associated Press

A documentary on teenage climate activist Greta Thunberg, making its premiere Friday at the Venice Film Festival, is seeking to remind a world consumed with the coronavirus crisis that the climate crisis is just as urgent and isn’t going away.

Industrialist Binod Chaudhary recovers from COVID-19

Industrialist Binod Chaudhary recovers from COVID-19

- by Republica

Industrialists Binod Chaudhary took to Twitter on August 28 and shared that he had tested positive for the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). However, on Saturday in a message on his Twitter account he said that he has recovered after being in isolation for 10 days.

Things allowed in the current Valley's injunction

Things allowed in the current Valley's injunction

- by Republica

A one-week injunction has been extended in the Valley. The chief district officers of Kathmandu, Bhaktapur and Lalitpur have decided to maintain the ban to make things easier. The injunction has been made a little looser than before. The district administration has opened up the following services:

Father's Day: Following in my Dad's Footsteps, Together

Father's Day: Following in my Dad's Footsteps, Together

- by Sangita Shrestha

Father is a constant source of inspiration who teaches to lead, respect others and always stand up for oneself. And there is a precious bond between a father and his child. Father’s Day is one special occasion to celebrate his loving presence. Here are some individuals who have followed in their father’s footsteps:

Balaju-Bypass Road Expansion: Displaced locals in relay fast

Balaju-Bypass Road Expansion: Displaced locals in relay fast

- by Sangita Shrestha

Locals of Balaju ward no. 16 have started a relay fast from Saturday. They are protesting against demolition of houses done without any basis or information. Moreover, the Supreme Court had issued an order on Chaitra 8, 2073 BS not to enter the house-yard, occupy it unauthorized and demolish it until the issue is resolved through discussion.

Recognizing the role of indigenous women’s knowledge

Recognizing the role of indigenous women’s knowledge

- by Sangita Shrestha

Women of the World Virtual Nepal 2020, an online events series, became a platform to understand the condition of indigenous women in the current scenario and how indigenous knowledge and skills can help let the identity of the country get noticed in the international level.

Young social entrepreneur bringing change in the community

Young social entrepreneur bringing change in the community

- by Sangita Shrestha

Twenty-nine years old, Jaa Dangol, is the founder of Lachhi situated in Khokana. Lachhi has its own café and store where one can taste the authentic Newari food, buy ethnic handmade crafts and local agricultural products.

Will the pandemic make online education shine? (Part II)

Will the pandemic make online education shine? (Part II)

- by Sangita Shrestha

In this uncertain situation, educational institutes such as schools and colleges have taken the advantage of technology to let their students gain knowledge and get them engaged in some ways, when there is no school at all. However, due to various circumstances only few students are being able to utilize it fully.

Will the pandemic make online education shine? (Part I)

Will the pandemic make online education shine? (Part I)

- by Sangita Shrestha

It’s a wait and watch situation for educational sectors due to COVID-19 pandemic. Though the government has lifted lockdown effective from July 21, nine service fields are still closed where educational institutes are one among them.

Enough is Enough, Satyagraha to save lives (With Video)

Enough is Enough, Satyagraha to save lives (With Video)

- by Republica

Iih, once again is in indefinite Satyagraha until all the demands are fulfilled for a better COVID-19 response to save the lives that are at risk due to the government’s continual incompetence. He says, “The Satyagraha is open to all who wish to join and do their bit to save lives before it is too late and it is time for youngsters to speak up.”

Cruelty as seen on TikTok (With Video)

Cruelty as seen on TikTok (With Video)

- by Republica

According to the Muluki Ain Nepal 2074, the perpetrators of animal violence are liable to imprisonment for up to three months and a fine of up to Rs 5,000

2021 Rose Parade canceled due to coronavirus pandemic

2021 Rose Parade canceled due to coronavirus pandemic

- by Associated Press

The 2021 Rose Parade has been canceled because of the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on planning for the New Year’s Day tradition and the risk of spreading infections among its huge audience and participants, organizers said Wednesday.

Working for the girls’ empowerment and education

Working for the girls’ empowerment and education

- by Sangita Shrestha

Salina Tamang is the Girls Education Program Manager at Room to Read Nepal. She has more than 18 years of experience working in the development sector. She has worked with marginalized and stigmatized groups (sexual and gender minorities) of Nepal in their fight against discrimination and social exclusion. Currently, her work is to develop girls toward empowerment through life skills, mentoring and ensuring that they complete school in an environment which is gender friendly, safe and accessible.