Priyanka Gurung

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The feast of a lifetime

Published On: August 25, 2017 12:19 PM NPT By: Priyanka Gurung

Fairfield by Marriott's 'Newari Bhoj' has been gaining quiet the traction on social media and press but turns out, behind the scenes, the hotel's very first grand food festival is a rather intimate affair.

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Being dr KC’s soldiers

Published On: August 25, 2017 08:08 AM NPT By: Priyanka Gurung

The prospect of yet another fast unto death by Dr KC has drawn different responses from different people.

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Dancing to their Dreams

Published On: August 18, 2017 04:57 PM NPT By: Priyanka Gurung

She may be a classical Kathak dancer, but Shrestha cites Krumping, an aggressive form of hip hop dancing, as her other favorite form of dancing. It’s with this open attitude that she has been moving forward as a dancer.

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Dirty Disputes: Politics of waste

Published On: July 28, 2017 12:14 PM NPT By: Priyanka Gurung

Too often it’s only when we see piles of accumulated waste around the city and in our homes that we wonder about the workings of our waste management system. But even right now when there is hopeful news about the developments of the highly anticipated Integrated Solid Waste Management Project, certain stakeholders are skeptical. Priyanka Gurung reports.

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More than a victim

Published On: July 7, 2017 10:19 AM NPT By: Priyanka Gurung

Often when it comes to cases of sexual abuse or harassment, it’s the occurrence of the event that steal the headline and becomes the talking point. The trauma of the incident though tends to linger. Survivors of sexual assault, big or small, can testify to that. However, self pity isn’t an option insist psychologists, organizations working with the victims, and the victims themselves. Priyanka Gurung reports.

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The other side of Hamlet

Published On: June 30, 2017 11:54 AM NPT By: Priyanka Gurung

Laughs and punch lines aren’t exactly what you expect going into the staging of Hamlet, one of the greatest tragedies in literature. However, the upcoming production of Gypsy Theatre’s, Hamlet? (and no, the question mark isn’t a typo) is rearing to bring precisely all that and then, some more.

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In search of rhyme and rhythm

Published On: June 16, 2017 01:14 PM NPT By: Priyanka Gurung

People still remember Uniq Poet (Utsaha Joshi) from the Raw Barz battle. His quick wit and swift flow against some of the older and more prominent rappers made quite an impression back then and even now, he is being asked to represent Nepali hip hop on various platforms. Just recently, he was part of the team that flew to Sydney for the Yama Buddha tribute. It was apparently his second Australia trip for a concert. But he still insists that he is a student moonlighting as a rapper, though plans to fully pursue music are in the offing.

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Breaking through the legal bind

Published On: June 16, 2017 12:33 PM NPT By: Priyanka Gurung

The vulnerability of Nepali migrant workers as well as the stories of their exploitation and struggles have turned many novels into bestsellers, helped songs become popular hits and even inspired photo books and exhibitions. It’s a narrative that we Nepalis find ‘oh- so- captivating’. At least, that’s what human rights lawyer Barun Ghimire thinks.

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The silent epidemic

Published On: May 26, 2017 08:47 AM NPT By: Priyanka Gurung

Back then is eight years ago and Astha* (name changed) was a 13-year-old eighth grader. She says she is unsure of her justification because even though she was a victim of emotional bullying by her peers at school, she is also well aware that she wasn’t the only one. They didn’t feel the need to hurt themselves but she did.

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All organic with a tasty twist

Published On: May 19, 2017 09:39 AM NPT By: Priyanka Gurung

For this one instance, let’s start from the end because the sight of the big slab of chewy walnut brownie dripping and oozing in a pool of dark and shiny chocolate sauce was certainly one to behold. An eager spoonful later and the treat absolutely didn’t disappoint. And yes, this was at an organic café.

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The road to recovery

Published On: May 5, 2017 08:08 AM NPT By: Priyanka Gurung

Petty thief, extortionist, drug dealer, KC claims to have done it all at one point. And the motive was pretty straight forward: To maintain his own high.

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Of legends & lore

Published On: April 28, 2017 10:19 AM NPT By: Priyanka Gurung

If you love stories, you simply can’t afford to underestimate the story telling prowess of graphic novels. Even though this genre hasn’t quite gained mass popularity in our country yet, there are people putting in the effort and giving it a go with their storyboards and illustrations.

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The masked existence

Published On: April 14, 2017 08:53 AM NPT By: Priyanka Gurung

By now, we have all complained. We all have had our fair share of fits over the appalling state of the city and stung by the unjust circumstance – having to live and breathe in these conditions, cursed from behind cheap masks and those of exorbitant rates. So with that done, what next? Surely, as citizens, that isn’t the limits of our capacity?

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The essence of Punjab

Published On: March 24, 2017 12:15 AM NPT By: Priyanka Gurung

Normally, people tend to mainly focus on the spices and flavoring while cooking Punjabi cuisines but the upcoming festival is looking to take the traditional, wholesome menus up a notch with their modern and progressive approach to it.

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Behind the ban

Published On: March 17, 2017 07:23 AM NPT By: Priyanka Gurung

These may still be early days for the ban put on public vehicles older than 20 years, but Basanta Adhikari, head of the Department of Transport Management (DoTM), Ekantakuna division, expresses much pride in the effectiveness of the implementation so far.

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Bag it right

Published On: March 10, 2017 10:08 AM NPT By: Priyanka Gurung

Bags are perhaps one of the most underrated investments in the style department. While it is always tempting to purchase a brand new bag, there are also many who tend to hesitate after a look at the price tag.

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The malnourished nation

Published On: March 3, 2017 01:05 AM NPT By: Priyanka Gurung

So how many times did you forget to feed your son? Shanti Maya* recalls one of the curious mothers at the malnutrition rehabilitation center asking her just a couple of hours after her arrival. She clearly found the question to be upsetting. Even now, Shanti insists that she genuinely believed that her boy was born to be that way, skinny and short. She never considered it to be a medical issue.

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It’s all in the signs

Published On: February 24, 2017 09:37 AM NPT By: Priyanka Gurung

Classes at the Kathmandu Bahira Sangh, Gairidhara, at any given time, are understandably eerily quiet. But on your visit, you shall find the students actively participating and their instructor, Gokul Risal, teaching rather enthusiastically.

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The nuances of being a woman

Published On: February 17, 2017 02:00 AM NPT By: Priyanka Gurung

There is no need to cringe. This is not a list of grievances from a feminist. It’s more of a day to day observation because being a modern woman in our society has never been this intriguing before. The subtle differences in the meaning and expression of being a female who is in tune with the times but living against the backdrop of some of our still persistent orthodox values and traditions make for a truly fascinating survey.

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The last goodbye

Published On: February 10, 2017 02:00 AM NPT By: Priyanka Gurung

Nepalis, especially the younger generation, now freely admit that they wouldn’t mind a more convenient and compact way to mourn their loss. The debate about the last rite rituals seem poised to rage on.

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