Beyond the spotlight: Finding courage and confidence on the Area D1 Speech Contest stage

Beyond the spotlight: Finding courage and confidence on the Area D1 Speech Contest...

The bright stage lights, the grand auditorium, and the quiet anticipation of the audience created a moment I will always remember.

The bright stage lights, the grand auditorium, and the quiet anticipation of the audience created a moment I will always remember.

Lifestyle 26 Mar, 2026

Om Rijal's second novel Paikelo released

Om Rijal's second novel Paikelo released

Author Om Rijal’s second novel, Paikelo, was officially released on Saturday at the 'r' sala in Kalikasthan, in an event organized by Publication Nepalaya.

Author Om Rijal’s second novel, Paikelo, was officially released on Saturday at the 'r' sala in Kalikasthan, in an event organized by Publication Nepalaya.

Lifestyle 23 Mar, 2026

From fear to spotlight: SpeakUp 2026 empowers next generation of confident communicators

From fear to spotlight: SpeakUp 2026 empowers next generation of confident...

SpeakUp 2026, a multi-session leadership and communication initiative led by Saroj Tamrakar, Division Director of Division C, District 41, Toastmasters International, successfully concluded its 10-day training journey with an Inter-College Public Speaking Competition at SAIM College on February 21.

SpeakUp 2026, a multi-session leadership and communication initiative led by Saroj Tamrakar, Division Director of Division C, District 41, Toastmasters International, successfully concluded its 10-day training journey with an Inter-College Public Speaking Competition at SAIM College on February 21.

Lifestyle 12 Mar, 2026

International Women's Day is a celebration and a call to action. Here are things to know

International Women's Day is a celebration and a call to action. Here are things to...

The U.N. began commemorating the holiday in 1975, which was International Women’s Year, and its General Assembly officially recognized the day two years later.

The U.N. began commemorating the holiday in 1975, which was International Women’s Year, and its General Assembly officially recognized the day two years later.

Lifestyle 08 Mar, 2026

Doha Diary: Lessons from crisis and uncertainty

Doha Diary: Lessons from crisis and uncertainty

For the past few years, as a Chief Executive Officer of the Nepal Tourism Board, I have been coordinating Nepal’s participation in ITB Berlin—the world’s largest tourism trade fair.

For the past few years, as a Chief Executive Officer of the Nepal Tourism Board, I have been coordinating Nepal’s participation in ITB Berlin—the world’s largest tourism trade fair.

Lifestyle 06 Mar, 2026

Reframing Toastmasters for the AI Era

Reframing Toastmasters for the AI Era

For decades, Toastmasters International has been viewed through a narrow lens: a place to learn public speaking and leadership. That narrative served its time well.

For decades, Toastmasters International has been viewed through a narrow lens: a place to learn public speaking and leadership. That narrative served its time well.

Lifestyle 05 Mar, 2026

What to know about Holi, the Hindu festival of colors

What to know about Holi, the Hindu festival of colors

Holi, widely known as the Hindu festival of colors, is a joyful annual celebration at the advent of spring with cultural and religious significance.

Holi, widely known as the Hindu festival of colors, is a joyful annual celebration at the advent of spring with cultural and religious significance.

Lifestyle 03 Mar, 2026

District 41 Mid-Year Leadership Training concludes in Kathmandu

District 41 Mid-Year Leadership Training concludes in Kathmandu

District 41 successfully conducted its Mid-Year Leadership Training (DLT) on February 7 and 8 at the Best Western Plus Kathmandu Hotel, Gaushala.

District 41 successfully conducted its Mid-Year Leadership Training (DLT) on February 7 and 8 at the Best Western Plus Kathmandu Hotel, Gaushala.

Lifestyle 26 Feb, 2026

Nepal Photo Exhibition opens at Cairo Opera House

Nepal Photo Exhibition opens at Cairo Opera House

A photography exhibition titled “Nepal: The Seen and The Unseen” was inaugurated at the prestigious Cairo Opera House on Saturday.

A photography exhibition titled “Nepal: The Seen and The Unseen” was inaugurated at the prestigious Cairo Opera House on Saturday.

Lifestyle 25 Feb, 2026

Narayan Dhakal's novel 'Jagajjanani Uski Aama Ko Naam Hoina' released

Narayan Dhakal's novel 'Jagajjanani Uski Aama Ko Naam Hoina' released

According to a statement from Nepalaya, the novel was unveiled after the author presented a copy to his grandchildren.

According to a statement from Nepalaya, the novel was unveiled after the author presented a copy to his grandchildren.

Lifestyle 23 Feb, 2026

In Between Two Worlds: A joint exhibition that left little on the walls

In Between Two Worlds: A joint exhibition that left little on the walls

The Nepal Art Council Gallery at Babar Mahal saw a full house on the evening of February 20, when In Between Two Worlds, a joint exhibition by Shivangini Rana and Chirag Bangdel, opened to collectors, art lovers, and the simply curious.

The Nepal Art Council Gallery at Babar Mahal saw a full house on the evening of February 20, when In Between Two Worlds, a joint exhibition by Shivangini Rana and Chirag Bangdel, opened to collectors, art lovers, and the simply curious.

Lifestyle 21 Feb, 2026

A look at Ramadan and how Muslims observe the holy month

A look at Ramadan and how Muslims observe the holy month

Muslims are ethnically and racially diverse and not all Ramadan traditions are rooted in religion.

Muslims are ethnically and racially diverse and not all Ramadan traditions are rooted in religion.

Lifestyle 19 Feb, 2026

Maha Shivaratri satsang and meditation programme to be held in Kathmandu

Maha Shivaratri satsang and meditation programme to be held in Kathmandu

A special programme featuring satsang, aarti, meditation and celebration will be organised in the Capital on the occasion of Maha Shivaratri.

A special programme featuring satsang, aarti, meditation and celebration will be organised in the Capital on the occasion of Maha Shivaratri.

Lifestyle 14 Feb, 2026

Kathmandu Toastmasters Club celebrates 35 years, countless stories

Kathmandu Toastmasters Club celebrates 35 years, countless stories

Kathmandu Toastmasters Club proudly marked its 35th anniversary, celebrating “35 Years, Countless Stories”, a remarkable journey of empowering individuals to become confident communicators and effective leaders.

Kathmandu Toastmasters Club proudly marked its 35th anniversary, celebrating “35 Years, Countless Stories”, a remarkable journey of empowering individuals to become confident communicators and effective leaders.

Lifestyle 12 Feb, 2026

Artist duo presents Everest artwork to Nepal Embassy in Berlin

Artist duo presents Everest artwork to Nepal Embassy in Berlin

In a symbolic blend of art and diplomacy, renowned artist duo Magdalena Wallbaum and Klaus R. Gerhold presented a special Everest-themed artwork to the Embassy of Nepal in Berlin on January 29.

In a symbolic blend of art and diplomacy, renowned artist duo Magdalena Wallbaum and Klaus R. Gerhold presented a special Everest-themed artwork to the Embassy of Nepal in Berlin on January 29.

Lifestyle 09 Feb, 2026

Living heritage brings traditional art practices together at The Nanee, Bhaktapur

Living heritage brings traditional art practices together at The Nanee, Bhaktapur

At The Nanee in Bhaktapur, Living Heritage brings together traditional artists whose practices continue to be shaped by daily life, ritual, and community.

At The Nanee in Bhaktapur, Living Heritage brings together traditional artists whose practices continue to be shaped by daily life, ritual, and community.

Lifestyle 08 Feb, 2026

Indian teacher who created hundreds of learning centers wins $1 million Global Teacher Prize

Indian teacher who created hundreds of learning centers wins $1 million Global...

Rouble Nagi accepted the award at the World Governments Summit in Dubai in the United Arab Emirates, an annual event that draws leaders from across the globe.

Rouble Nagi accepted the award at the World Governments Summit in Dubai in the United Arab Emirates, an annual event that draws leaders from across the globe.

Lifestyle 05 Feb, 2026

Beyond the podium: Leading with camaraderie at Toastmasters Leadership Institute

Beyond the podium: Leading with camaraderie at Toastmasters Leadership Institute

The landscape of professional development in Nepal is undergoing a transformative shift, with Toastmasters leading the charge.

The landscape of professional development in Nepal is undergoing a transformative shift, with Toastmasters leading the charge.

Lifestyle 05 Feb, 2026

Bhushita to return to Paleti with metrical poetry

Bhushita to return to Paleti with metrical poetry

For enthusiasts of metrical poetry, Paleti is set to feature poet Bhushita Vasistha in its upcoming edition.

For enthusiasts of metrical poetry, Paleti is set to feature poet Bhushita Vasistha in its upcoming edition.

Lifestyle 28 Jan, 2026

Passang Nuru Sherpa, author of 'Behind the Mask', honoured in Ilam

Passang Nuru Sherpa, author of 'Behind the Mask', honoured in Ilam

Renowned Nepali-American writer Passang Nuru Sherpa has been honoured by the Federal Executive Committee of the Nepal Sherpa Association in recognition of his growing international literary achievements, including winning a prestigious book award in the United States.

Renowned Nepali-American writer Passang Nuru Sherpa has been honoured by the Federal Executive Committee of the Nepal Sherpa Association in recognition of his growing international literary achievements, including winning a prestigious book award in the United States.

Lifestyle 28 Jan, 2026