The growing trend of youths migrating abroad for foreign employment has led to a scarcity of human resources in Nepal. Contemplating the skill shortage, a group of three young entrepreneurs, Sujeet Regmi, Pukar Acharya, and Kawish Bhakta Shrestha established a digital maintenance company named Sajilo Marmat Sewa (SMS) in 2017. Currently, the company has been providing services in eight different sectors, including plumbing, carpentry, painting, electrical appliances, computer, networking, and aluminum construction.

The ancient Newar civilization lies in the core of Kathmandu Valley. Also the country’s capital, Kathmandu is the melting pot of a diverse culture, race, and ethnic practices. Furthermore, foreign cultures also influence the lifestyle in the capital, leaving the denizens with an array of linguistic and cultural choices. The plethora of choices has affected the lingual practices, pushing it to a verge of extinction. However, a number of academicians and organizations have stood to the challenge of preserving Kathmandu’s native language. They have been conducting programs, urging the natives not just to speak, but also to use the scripts of the Nepal Bhasa.

Nepal Online Trade is a business initiative of Sajak Yonjan that sells décor materials imported from China, Hong Kong, and America to Nepal. Explaining the inspiration behind starting the business he said, “I was involved in small business even before Nepal Online Trade. However, at one point, I realized the need to introduce a commercial product that would thrive in the market. So, I first started by introducing products like wall stickers, which were not easily available in the market.”

‘Kaapa Creations’ is an initiative of Arti Lakhey and Anjee Lakhey. The duo has been producing bed sheets made from pure cotton since the past year from its factory in Thaiba, Godawari. They have been currently manufacturing bed sheets in three sizes: twin, queen and king sizes.

The continuous downpour since the past few days indicates the fact that monsoon is finally here. For many, monsoon might appear to be gloomy, with frequent deluges, but this is also the perfect season for fashion enthusiasts to dazzle in layers of funky attire.

Dogs are additional members of the family. More than just food and shelter, their sneaky little eyes are always in search for care, love and affection.

The hectic schedule of professionals makes time management a huge hindrance. Moreover, the fast-paced lifestyle has impacted fundamental chores, including laundry – a personal hygiene essential.

Secondary Education Examination, SEE, is the bridge that connects thousands of students to intermediate education. Though SEE is considered as the toughest stage, numerous challenges await these fresh graduates in their quest for further education. In hopes to overcome challenges, and to attain quality education, students are busy evaluating colleges to choose the best institution that stand in par with their professional aim.

The number of event management companies in Nepal is mushrooming at an alarming rate. However, only a handful provides unique experiences to its customers; Offering Happiness is one of such few companies. For its innovative approach of managing events, the company established by entrepreneurs Abinash Chaudhary, Darshan Parajuli, Niraj Kafle, and Santosh Pandey are currently creating buzz all over.

A panel discussion entitled ‘Rethinking Educational Accountability’ was held at Bhrikutimandap Exhibition Hall on Saturday. The program was organized as a part of Nepal International Book Fair, by Global Exposition Management. A panel discussion was organized in collaboration between Canopy Nepal and Daya Foundation as a part of ‘Understanding Education’ in the same event.

KATHMANDU, May 30: Innumerable live stocks enter Kathmandu violating the regulated guidelines of the government. While animal transportation is mostly inhumane, the level of cruelty is notched up while transporting live buffaloes. India is the main supplier of buffalos. A truck, full of buffaloes making way to Kathmandu takes at least 22 - 24 hours.

KATHMANDU, May 214: About a few years ago, popcorn was available in Kathmandu in movie theaters only. On January 22, 2018, when Wow Popcorn hit Kathmandu through the efforts of Subhakar Manandhar, it became more easily available in the Nepali markets.

Public speaking is an art to deliver a fluent and effective speech in front of an audience. It is usually performed live in front of a large audience such as school functions, beauty pageants, and other formal programs. Unlike normal speaking or communication, public speaking needs a lot of practice and skill as speakers should have the capability to bind the audience to their words. The public speakers need to take special caution not to speak any controversial or biased word.

KATHMANDU, May 10: The invention of Ginger, a waiter robot, by Paaila Technology is a milestone in the history of technology in Nepal. It is proof that Nepal is taking definite steps towards the growth of robotics and artificial intelligence.

Famous Bollywood actor Karishma Kapoor was in town Monday to inaugurate a jewelry showroom, Marigold Jewellers, at Yak and Yeti Road in Durbar Marg. She inaugurated the showroom amid a special function organized at the premises of the showroom.

Education is an important part of our life. Many students cannot decide what is good for them, when it comes to education. To help such students, a group of four entrepreneurs--Navaraj Pandey, Pradeep Subedi, Kishor GC, and Suresh Panta--have started a website named kpadhne.com where people can find different information related to education, such as exam routine, notices, scholarship opportunities, and so on.

Malaria is a parasitical disease transmitted by mosquito bite. The parasite named Plasmodium is the real cause of this disease. The malaria parasite is injected into a human body by the mosquito while sucking blood. Once inside the body, it multiplies in liver before infecting red blood cells.

There was a time when you had no option than to physically go to your favorite restaurant to have your favorite food. Often, one had to travel from one place to another in heavy Kathmandu traffic to find the food they wanted. But nowadays, things have become much easier due to the advent of technology. You just need a computer or a smart phone with internet access, and food comes to your doorsteps. There are a number of entrepreneurs that are working tirelessly to satisfy your culinary needs. For those who cannot prepare food themselves or are so busy at work, these entrepreneurs have provided online platforms for ordering food. Thanks to them, you can just click or press a button and pay on delivery when the food comes to your place. Here, we have featured the services of three online food portals of Kathmandu.

KATHMANDU, April 2: So far, when you wanted to take a coffee-break, you needed to visit coffee shops and sometimes travel miles searching for a coffee stall. Butnow you do not have to leave the comfort of your place for coffee. Instead, coffee stall visits your place.

Every year, the 1st of April is celebrated as April fools’ day across the globe. It is usually observed by playing some practical jokes on friends or people at a comfortable degree of friendship. The practice of observing April fool is not new in the Nepali society. Celebrating April fool could be a way to rejuvenate your mind from the hectic schedules of life.