Around the world in 24 hours: When Toastmasters ignited a global learning celebration

Around the world in 24 hours: When Toastmasters ignited a global learning celebration

Learning has no boundaries. On October 31, 2026, Toastmasters International brought that idea to life through a 24-Hour Global Learning Marathon, connecting participants across continents.

Learning has no boundaries. On October 31, 2026, Toastmasters International brought that idea to life through a 24-Hour Global Learning Marathon, connecting participants across continents.

Lifestyle 05 Nov, 2026

Taking heritage beyond restoration

Taking heritage beyond restoration

Sophia L Pandé has worked with the Kathmandu Valley Preservation Trust (KVPT) for a decade now, but she says she grew up with the Trust. It was founded in 1991 and her mother (Pra­tima Rana Pandé) became a board member shortly after.

Sophia L Pandé has worked with the Kathmandu Valley Preservation Trust (KVPT) for a decade now, but she says she grew up with the Trust. It was founded in 1991 and her mother (Pra­tima Rana Pandé) became a board member shortly after.

Lifestyle 03 Nov, 2026

Nepali adventurer Bijay Rajbanshi completes 10,000-kilometre road expedition across India in 30 days

Nepali adventurer Bijay Rajbanshi completes 10,000-kilometre road expedition across...

Nepali adventurer, paragliding pilot, and motorsports enthusiast Bijay Rajbanshi has completed an extraordinary 10,000-kilometre road expedition across India in just 30 days, driving his 2023 Ford Ranger Raptor through some of the country's most diverse landscapes and challenging terrains.

Nepali adventurer, paragliding pilot, and motorsports enthusiast Bijay Rajbanshi has completed an extraordinary 10,000-kilometre road expedition across India in just 30 days, driving his 2023 Ford Ranger Raptor through some of the country's most diverse landscapes and challenging terrains.

Lifestyle 27 Oct, 2026

After losing part of his heel, a Dharan photojournalist refused to put down his camera

After losing part of his heel, a Dharan photojournalist refused to put down his...

A serious bone infection has made walking and standing difficult for Dharan-based photojournalist Pratit Chamling Rai, but it has not stopped him from pursuing his ambition of bringing the beauty and cultural richness of eastern Nepal to a wider audience.

A serious bone infection has made walking and standing difficult for Dharan-based photojournalist Pratit Chamling Rai, but it has not stopped him from pursuing his ambition of bringing the beauty and cultural richness of eastern Nepal to a wider audience.

Lifestyle 26 Oct, 2026

Art workshop and peace ambassador recognition ceremony held in Patan

Art workshop and peace ambassador recognition ceremony held in Patan

A Peace Art Workshop and Peace Ambassador Recognition ceremony was held at the Bhandarkhal Garden of the Patan Museum, Lalitpur on October 12.

A Peace Art Workshop and Peace Ambassador Recognition ceremony was held at the Bhandarkhal Garden of the Patan Museum, Lalitpur on October 12.

Lifestyle 14 Oct, 2026

Nepali authors present works at Frankfurt Book Fair

Nepali authors present works at Frankfurt Book Fair

Nepali authors Pushpa Joshi and Lila Raj Karki represented Nepal at the Frankfurt Book Fair, held from October 7 to 11 in Frankfurt am Main, Germany.

Nepali authors Pushpa Joshi and Lila Raj Karki represented Nepal at the Frankfurt Book Fair, held from October 7 to 11 in Frankfurt am Main, Germany.

Lifestyle 12 Oct, 2026

Beyond the Podium: Preparing Toastmasters for the Roles That Make the Community Work

Beyond the Podium: Preparing Toastmasters for the Roles That Make the Community Work

The obvious answer might be good speakers, an attentive audience and a well-organized venue. But behind every successful Toastmasters contest is another group whose work is just as important: the judges and chief judges who evaluate contestants, uphold standards and ensure that every participant gets a fair opportunity.

The obvious answer might be good speakers, an attentive audience and a well-organized venue. But behind every successful Toastmasters contest is another group whose work is just as important: the judges and chief judges who evaluate contestants, uphold standards and ensure that every participant gets a fair opportunity.

Lifestyle 08 Oct, 2026

Robert Powell catalogue launched, Retrospective to follow in 2027

Robert Powell catalogue launched, Retrospective to follow in 2027

A catalogue on the late Australian artist Robert Powell, who lived in Nepal for 30 years, was launched at The Kalā Salon in Chhaya Center on September 29, ahead of a major Retrospective planned for 2027.

A catalogue on the late Australian artist Robert Powell, who lived in Nepal for 30 years, was launched at The Kalā Salon in Chhaya Center on September 29, ahead of a major Retrospective planned for 2027.

Lifestyle 01 Oct, 2026

Toastmasters beyond the podium: When communication Found a Canvas

Toastmasters beyond the podium: When communication Found a Canvas

What happens when Toastmasters members put down their speech notes, step away from the podium and pick up a paintbrush? For Division B of Toastmasters Nepal, the answer was an evening of colour, conversation and connection.

What happens when Toastmasters members put down their speech notes, step away from the podium and pick up a paintbrush? For Division B of Toastmasters Nepal, the answer was an evening of colour, conversation and connection.

Lifestyle 01 Oct, 2026

When Toastmasters turned laughter into leadership

When Toastmasters turned laughter into leadership

What happens when an organisation known for prepared speeches, and structured evaluations decides to put the serious stuff aside and go with a laughter performance breaking the regular meeting pattern?

What happens when an organisation known for prepared speeches, and structured evaluations decides to put the serious stuff aside and go with a laughter performance breaking the regular meeting pattern?

Lifestyle 17 Sep, 2026

The international guest experience: How walking into a foreign club broadens perspectives

The international guest experience: How walking into a foreign club broadens...

Every happening in our life happens for a reason.

Every happening in our life happens for a reason.

Lifestyle 10 Sep, 2026

The journey to the top: Lessons beyond the crown

The journey to the top: Lessons beyond the crown

On 22 August 2026, Bhaisepati Toastmasters Club marked a significant milestone with its 318th meeting, bringing together a day of speeches, conversations and reflections around a theme that resonates far beyond the world of public speaking: “Journey to the Top.”

On 22 August 2026, Bhaisepati Toastmasters Club marked a significant milestone with its 318th meeting, bringing together a day of speeches, conversations and reflections around a theme that resonates far beyond the world of public speaking: “Journey to the Top.”

Lifestyle 03 Sep, 2026

Tasneem's Cookout traces MTR's 100-year culinary legacy

Tasneem's Cookout traces MTR's 100-year culinary legacy

Tasneem’s Cookout with MTR, an event that brought together guests for an immersive introduction to the heritage of Mavalli Tiffin Rooms (MTR) and its celebrated South Indian vegetarian cuisine, took place in Kamalpokhari on August 23.

Tasneem’s Cookout with MTR, an event that brought together guests for an immersive introduction to the heritage of Mavalli Tiffin Rooms (MTR) and its celebrated South Indian vegetarian cuisine, took place in Kamalpokhari on August 23.

Lifestyle 25 Aug, 2026

Funny happens: An evening of improv by Everest Toastmasters

Funny happens: An evening of improv by Everest Toastmasters

On 16th August, Everest Toastmasters Club didn't conduct a regular, formal Toastmasters meeting. Every month, the Club conducts a special meeting, and this time it was an Improv Show led by Nepal's only ventriloquist and a veteran Toastmaster, Seema Golchha.

On 16th August, Everest Toastmasters Club didn't conduct a regular, formal Toastmasters meeting. Every month, the Club conducts a special meeting, and this time it was an Improv Show led by Nepal's only ventriloquist and a veteran Toastmaster, Seema Golchha.

Lifestyle 20 Aug, 2026

Shreejana Rana elected to Zonta International board

Shreejana Rana elected to Zonta International board

Shreejana Rana has been elected to the Zonta International Board of Directors for the 2026–28 biennium, becoming the first Nepali to serve on the global organisation’s governing board.

Shreejana Rana has been elected to the Zonta International Board of Directors for the 2026–28 biennium, becoming the first Nepali to serve on the global organisation’s governing board.

Lifestyle 16 Aug, 2026

Building better clubs through better leadership: The Toastmasters Leadership Institute

Building better clubs through better leadership: The Toastmasters Leadership...

Leadership is a continuous process of learning, adapting and growing with others.

Leadership is a continuous process of learning, adapting and growing with others.

Lifestyle 13 Aug, 2026

Symphony 5.0: Jhapa Toastmasters' dymphony 5.0 strikes a chord of confidence, connection, and change

Symphony 5.0: Jhapa Toastmasters' dymphony 5.0 strikes a chord of confidence,...

Hotel The Kingsbury stood witness to a memorable evening as attendees from Jhapa, Itahari, Dharan, Kathmandu, and Siliguri gathered for Symphony 5.0, the annual celebration of Jhapa Toastmasters Club.

Hotel The Kingsbury stood witness to a memorable evening as attendees from Jhapa, Itahari, Dharan, Kathmandu, and Siliguri gathered for Symphony 5.0, the annual celebration of Jhapa Toastmasters Club.

Lifestyle 06 Aug, 2026

Collaborate, learn, lead: The spirit of the Toastmasters Leadership Institute

Collaborate, learn, lead: The spirit of the Toastmasters Leadership Institute

Learning is a lifelong journey, and Toastmasters International provides the ideal environment for individuals to continuously refine their communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.

Learning is a lifelong journey, and Toastmasters International provides the ideal environment for individuals to continuously refine their communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.

Lifestyle 30 Jul, 2026

Mrs Nepal World 2026 applications open, grand finale set for October

Mrs Nepal World 2026 applications open, grand finale set for October

Ribbon Entertainment Pvt. Ltd. has opened applications for Mrs Nepal World 2026, with the national pageant for married women set to culminate in the grand finale on Kartik 14 (late October).

Ribbon Entertainment Pvt. Ltd. has opened applications for Mrs Nepal World 2026, with the national pageant for married women set to culminate in the grand finale on Kartik 14 (late October).

Lifestyle 30 Jul, 2026

Everest Base Camp: More than just a trek

Everest Base Camp: More than just a trek

I am a physician by profession, and my wife, who is also a physician, shares many of my interests. One of our greatest passions is traveling and trekking together.

I am a physician by profession, and my wife, who is also a physician, shares many of my interests. One of our greatest passions is traveling and trekking together.

Lifestyle 28 Jul, 2026