Soil – the life beneath us: Measures to keep it healthy Soil – the life beneath us: Measures to keep it healthy Soil is more than just dirt beneath our feet—it is a living, breathing system that nurtures life itself. Soil is more than just dirt beneath our feet—it is a living, breathing system that nurtures life itself. Opinion 12 Dec, 2024
Prime Minister's visit to China: Yet another trip of missed opportunities Prime Minister's visit to China: Yet another trip of missed opportunities Prime Minister Oli has returned after paying a visit to China upon the invitation of Chinese Premier Li Qiang. Prime Minister Oli has returned after paying a visit to China upon the invitation of Chinese Premier Li Qiang. Opinion 11 Dec, 2024
Beyond debt and grants: Key to Nepal's growth lies in efficient utilisation Beyond debt and grants: Key to Nepal's growth lies in efficient utilisation Nepal, a lower middle-income country, relies on foreign aid to meet its resource gap. Foreign aid, in the form of loans and grants, catalyses development. Nepal, a lower middle-income country, relies on foreign aid to meet its resource gap. Foreign aid, in the form of loans and grants, catalyses development. Opinion 10 Dec, 2024
Amplifying the Leadership of Persons with Disabilities: A Path towards Inclusive and Sustainable Education Amplifying the Leadership of Persons with Disabilities: A Path towards Inclusive and... In the case of inclusive education, there are widely differing attitudes, views, and levels of understanding. In the case of inclusive education, there are widely differing attitudes, views, and levels of understanding. Opinion 09 Dec, 2024
Women in politics: A struggle for representation Women in politics: A struggle for representation At the beginning of January, 2024, only 27 countries were led by women, marking a modest increase from 18 countries a decade ago. Despite some progress, women remain significantly underrepresented in positions of power. At the beginning of January, 2024, only 27 countries were led by women, marking a modest increase from 18 countries a decade ago. Despite some progress, women remain significantly underrepresented in positions of power. Opinion 09 Dec, 2024
Mountain homes: Gabions or rammed earth? Mountain homes: Gabions or rammed earth? In the years since the devastating Gorkha Earthquake of 2015, the hilly regions of Nepal have grappled with a profound architectural identity crisis. In the years since the devastating Gorkha Earthquake of 2015, the hilly regions of Nepal have grappled with a profound architectural identity crisis. Opinion 06 Dec, 2024
The intelligence edge: More than what meets the mind The intelligence edge: More than what meets the mind The fact is — there is more to intelligence than what meets the mind, eye, or the ear. The fact is — there is more to intelligence than what meets the mind, eye, or the ear. Opinion 05 Dec, 2024
Transportation Challenges in Nepal: Consequences and Solutions Transportation Challenges in Nepal: Consequences and Solutions Efficient transportation systems are the backbone of a nation’s infrastructure, directly impacting economic growth, public safety, and quality of life. Efficient transportation systems are the backbone of a nation’s infrastructure, directly impacting economic growth, public safety, and quality of life. Opinion 05 Dec, 2024
Prime Minister's visit to China: Opportunity to emulate his illustrious predecessors Prime Minister's visit to China: Opportunity to emulate his illustrious... Prime Minister KP Oli launched a four-day official visit to China on Monday upon the invitation of Prime Minister Li Qiang, leading a jumbo team of 78 persons. Prime Minister KP Oli launched a four-day official visit to China on Monday upon the invitation of Prime Minister Li Qiang, leading a jumbo team of 78 persons. Opinion 04 Dec, 2024
Volunteerism: It is powerful, rewarding and transformative Volunteerism: It is powerful, rewarding and transformative Considering the daunting challenges the world is facing, promoting and boosting volunteerism should be a no brainier. Considering the daunting challenges the world is facing, promoting and boosting volunteerism should be a no brainier. Opinion 03 Dec, 2024
Nepal's constitution: Is it just a tool to rule? Nepal's constitution: Is it just a tool to rule? The sudden midnight agreement on July 1, 2024, between the Nepali Congress and the CPN-UML to form a coalition government, had shaken the nation by surprise. The sudden midnight agreement on July 1, 2024, between the Nepali Congress and the CPN-UML to form a coalition government, had shaken the nation by surprise. Opinion 02 Dec, 2024
Badly-needed economic reforms: Some suggestions Badly-needed economic reforms: Some suggestions The CPN UML-led government, with support from the largest party, the Nepali Congress, was formed in August with three main objectives: amendment of the constitution for political stability, strengthening governance and reforming the economy. Regarding constitution amendment, no effort has been made so far. The CPN UML-led government, with support from the largest party, the Nepali Congress, was formed in August with three main objectives: amendment of the constitution for political stability, strengthening governance and reforming the economy. Regarding constitution amendment, no effort has been made so far. Opinion 30 Nov, 2024
Inter-Tarai Railway: A lifeline for Nepal's troubled transportation Inter-Tarai Railway: A lifeline for Nepal's troubled transportation The Inter-Tarai Railway Network is a long-awaited initiative that promises to facilitate greater connectivity and enhance the quality of life for millions of Nepalis. The Inter-Tarai Railway Network is a long-awaited initiative that promises to facilitate greater connectivity and enhance the quality of life for millions of Nepalis. Opinion 28 Nov, 2024
Political rallies in the capital: For and against the government Political rallies in the capital: For and against the government Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal, was virtually paralysed by the political rallies for and against the Unified Marxist-Leninist Political (UML). Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal, was virtually paralysed by the political rallies for and against the Unified Marxist-Leninist Political (UML). Opinion 27 Nov, 2024
Inviting global business leaders: My experiences and aspirations Inviting global business leaders: My experiences and aspirations Nepal’s Prime Minister K P Sharma Oli recently had a 17-minute discussion with Elon Musk regarding the expansion of Starlink services and extended an invitation to Musk to visit Nepal. Nepal’s Prime Minister K P Sharma Oli recently had a 17-minute discussion with Elon Musk regarding the expansion of Starlink services and extended an invitation to Musk to visit Nepal. Opinion 26 Nov, 2024
6th Asian Population Association Conference: Milestone for Nepal's Population and Development Policy 6th Asian Population Association Conference: Milestone for Nepal's Population... The 6th Asian Population Association Conference is going to be held in Kathmandu Nepal from 27-30 November 2024. The 6th Asian Population Association Conference is going to be held in Kathmandu Nepal from 27-30 November 2024. Opinion 25 Nov, 2024
Int'l Day for the Elimination of VAW: Prevention and response remain crucial Int'l Day for the Elimination of VAW: Prevention and response remain crucial Today is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and the start of a further 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence around the globe and in Nepal. Today is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and the start of a further 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence around the globe and in Nepal. Opinion 25 Nov, 2024
Health problems faced by foreigners in Nepal Health problems faced by foreigners in Nepal In normal circumstances, what could be the health problems faced by foreigners in Nepal? What are their causes & methods of treatment? In normal circumstances, what could be the health problems faced by foreigners in Nepal? What are their causes & methods of treatment? Opinion 25 Nov, 2024
In a Fractured World: My Trip to Nepal Offered Hope In a Fractured World: My Trip to Nepal Offered Hope Tom Brokaw, the broadcast journalist, once said, “Always take the trip.” Few truer words were ever spoken. Tom Brokaw, the broadcast journalist, once said, “Always take the trip.” Few truer words were ever spoken. Opinion 24 Nov, 2024
The cult of Trump: Selling the myth of American glory The cult of Trump: Selling the myth of American glory As Donald Trump strides back into office, it’s clear that the Make America Great Again (MAGA) has transformed from a slogan into a creed, a kind of civil religion for those who long for sepia-toned visions of an America that might never have existed. As Donald Trump strides back into office, it’s clear that the Make America Great Again (MAGA) has transformed from a slogan into a creed, a kind of civil religion for those who long for sepia-toned visions of an America that might never have existed. Opinion 22 Nov, 2024
World A massive explosion at an Iranian port linked to missile fuel shipment kills 4, injures over 500 A massive explosion and fire rocked a port Saturday in southern Iran purportedly linked to a shipment of a chemical ingredient used to make missile propellant, killing four people and injuring more than 500 others.
Environment BaYu Sambaad: Centering Children and Youth in Nepal's Climate Agenda – Government of Nepal, United Nations in Nepal More than 100 children and young people from across Nepal convened in Kathmandu today for the Balbalika tatha Yuwa (BaYu) Sambaad, a children and youth-led national dialogue on climate action ahead of the international Sagarmatha Sambaad.
Kathmandu Multi-millionaire Brazilian aviator arrives to greet Everest team Owner of Helisul Aviação, South America’s largest aviation operator, today arrived in Kathmandu to begin his tour of the Mt. Everest region.
Kathmandu MediaTalk XXXVIII urges youth to reconnect with roots Experts have stressed the importance of reconnecting with intangible heritage to build resilience and preserve cultural identity, speaking at the 38th edition of the MediaTalk series organized by St. Xavier’s College, Maitighar.
Kathmandu Dialogue stalls as teacher delegates denied entry to ministry Following the Supreme Court's order to address the teachers' demands within three days, Education, Science, and Technology Minister Raghuji Pant summoned the agitating Confederation of Nepalese Teachers for talks.
World Trump and Zelenskyy among dignitaries converging on Rome for funeral of Pope Francis Heads of state and royalty will start converging on Rome on Friday for the funeral of Pope Francis in the Vatican’s St. Peter’s Square, but the group of poor people who will meet his casket in a small crosstown basilica are more in keeping with Francis’ humble persona and disdain for pomp.
World Indian officials say troops exchanged fire with Pakistani soldiers in Kashmir Indian officials said the army had a brief exchange of fire with Pakistani soldiers along their highly militarized frontier in the Himalayan region of Kashmir, as the nuclear-armed rivals ramped up tit-for-tat diplomatic offensive following a deadly attack on tourists in the disputed area.
Nepal NC Secy Thapa hints exit from NC-UML coalition government In light of the questions over the CPN-UML and Nepali Congress (NC) coalition-led government amid various protests in Kathmandu from several sectors, including education, health, cooperatives, NC General Secretary Gagan Thapa stated that the NC will leave the government if necessary.
Nepal Pokhara Airport: A runway for corruption, not for flights Recently, international media, including The New York Times, Business Standard and Deccan Herald, reported on the grave corruption contentions associated with the construction of Pokhara Airport.
