- Tuesday, 31 March 2026
The Rising Nepal
Deliberative Public Key To Democracy
The public is an attentive people whose conscious deliberation makes up a democratic community, nation or the state. Deliberation is not only an informal conversation about anything; it is a remedy of apathy, isolation and alienation of people. It even overcomes the “group think” mentality, a psychological attitude within a group of people in which the desire for consensus and conformity results in an unreasonable decision outcome. Nepal has faced this problem time and again thus feeding the source of political instability. In many cases, the effect of deliberation or agreements among party leaders habitually remained non-binding. It is the impact of its political culture o
AI Transforming Jobs Worldwide
Is Artificial Intelligence (AI) wiping out human jobs? Is a robot ´an alternative to a human? While AI is assured to eliminate millions of contemporary jobs, will it create at least thousands of new ones? Will the human role in the economy shrink? Various significant concerns have been raised against AI and its risk of generating unemployment.
Workshop on art, journalism ends
A one-day orientation training on art journalist/art writing concluded on Friday. It was jointly organised by Nepal Academy of Fine Arts, Department of Sculpture and Society of Fine Arts Journalists (Sofaj) Nepal.
Russia's air force accidentally bombs its own city
When a powerful blast shook a Russian city near the border of Ukraine residents thought it was an Ukrainian attack. But the Russian military quickly acknowledged that it was a bomb accidentally dropped by one of its own warplanes. Belgorod, a city of 340,000 about 40 kilometers (25 miles) east of the border, has faced regular drone attacks that Russian authorities bla
Twitter begins removing blue checks from users who don't pay
This time it's for real.Many of Twitter's high-profile users are losing the blue checks that helped verify their identity and distinguish them from impostors on the Elon Musk-owned social media platform.
Finance Minister hails ADB’s support
Finance Minister Dr. Prakash Sharan Mahat has said that the government is committed to overcome the challenges related to project implementation and disbursements and improve capital expenditure.
Construction of OPD building of Bheri Hospital at final phase
The then Urban Development Minister Metmani Chaudhary had pledged to complete the entire construction of the Out Patient Department building of Bheri Hospital in Nepalgunj by December 9, 2022 when he visited the hospital to enquire about its status on September 8 last year.
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SC orders KMC to collect garbage of Singha Durbar in 3 days
The Supreme Court (SC) on Friday issued an order against Kathmandu Metropolitan City to collect and manage garbage of Singha Durbar and Office of the President within three days.
Ways To Stimulate Stagnant Economy
The Nepalese economy has remained under tremendous strain due to external and domestic economic factors. Businesses have been hit hard, causing an acute sense of
Trail Bridges In Nepal: A Success Story
I've worked in the trail bridge industry for almost 20 years and have seen the problems that people suffer when there are no trail bridges over rivers. I began working in the trail bridge sector in the year 2000 AD, and Nepal has achieved great development in trail bridge construction since then. Nepal now exports trail bridge technology to 17 nations.
Attending Teachers’ Training In Portland
Established in 1963, TESOL (Teaching English to the Speakers of Other Languages) is an international leader in training programmes and global English l
Are They An Open Invitation?
Imagine a well-dressed man walking down the street with his bag and shiny shoes. Suddenly, he is pushed against a wall, and a knife is held to his throat by a stranger who dem
Prince Harry's Memoir
The autobiography of Prince Harry, "Spare," is a candid and introspective account of his existence as a member of the British royal family. The Duke of Sussex shares his personal struggles, from the loss of his mother at his early age to his battles with mental health, and how these experiences have shaped him as a person with his signature wit and charisma.
Reflections On Parenthood
“The greatest gift a parent can ever get, is a smile in their child’s face” I have a lifelong dream of seeing my kids flourish, just like any other parent. Seeing your child excel in life is the best feeling a parent can have. We feel pride and joy with every accomplishment, no matter how great or tiny.
Yala: A Cultural, Historic City
Yala, commonly known as Patan, is a cultural and historical city. But what lays there is one of Nepal's most interesting and historically significant sites, Patan Durbar Square. Along with its exquisite architecture and craftsmanship, this Durbar has a variety of histories. This Durbar Square also features several ponds and stone spouts that add to its beauty. My Experience The approach to Patan Durbar Square is lined with authentic Nepali residences, which are rich in history. As soon as I stepped into the square, I noticed one of Nepal's few working stone spouts. I immediately walked to the museum, where I saw many statues of gods. Each statue had its own significance and was equally historical. There were also pieces of antique doors and monuments. Even though it is hundreds of thousands of years old, it still looks fantastic. After that, I saw the king's seat, which was incredibly breathtaking. It was now time for Krishna Mandir. While climbing the temple, you can observe the pillars, which are beautifully carved with scenes from history. As I ascended the steps, I was greeted by an elderly woman who applied tika on my brow. I had a beautiful view of Patan from the top of Krishna Mandir. I stood there for a moment, taking in the splendour of Patan. I realise how fortunate I am to have been born in Nepal, a country rich in history and natural beauty. I also observed Taleju Bell, popularly known as Big Bell. I photographed it multiple times since it was so massive. Then I went to 'The Golden Temple,' also known as Hiranya Varna Mahavira Temple. It did not disappoint and was really fantastic. I seriously doubt that such an architect can be produced in today's world. Aside from temples, the Durbar Square contains three prominent chowks (courtyards). Mul Chowk is one of them, and it is beautifully decorated with gold paint. The other is Keshav Narayan Chowk, which can be seen from the museum's windows. The final one is Sundari Chowk, which has a gold spout (sundhara) just below the surface. The sculptures of many gods decorate the constructions' limits. I also paid a visit to the Mahabouddha Temple. The monument is breathtaking and a must-see. After witnessing the Mahabouddha Temple, I noticed how wonderful Nepal's construction and architecture were. Aside from the architecture, the food was also excellent. There, I ate egg bara, yomari, and chatamari. As well as a glass of water for refreshing. Patan's Background Patan was founded by the Kirat dynasty, then expanded and modernised by the Lichhavi dynasty, and then modified further by the Malla dynasty. Patan is sometimes called Lalitpur. Lalitpur is derived from two words: Lalit and Pur. Pur simply means town, but Lalit is a person's name. What happened was that rain did not fall for a long time in the city of Lalitpur, resulting in drought. Rato Machindranath was now the city's only chance. The only difficulty was that he was in India. So a man named Lalit moved him to Nepal under difficult circumstances. Rato Machhindranath provided rain to Lalitpur once he arrived. As a result, the city was called Lalitpur in his honour. Patan is sometimes called Yala. The name is derived from a Kirati monarch named Yalambar, who established the city. Every temple and edifice created there has its own unique traits and history. The Krishna temple was built from a single stone. It was constructed after King Siddhi Narsingh Malla observed Radha and Krishna in their palace. So King Siddhi Narsingh Malla instantly ordered the temple to be built in the precise location where he observed the two lovers. Some scenes carved in the wood pillar depict famous and significant parts of the Mahabharata and Ramayana. The Rato Machhindranath temple is significant because it represents two religions, Buddhists and Hindus. While Buddhists regard him as an Avalokeshwor, Hindus regard him as a manifestation or form of Bholenath. Buddha is honoured at the Mahabodhi Temple. It is also known as the Thousand Buddha Temple. Abhaya Raj, a priest, was present. When he proceeded to Bodhgaya, he found a wonderful Buddha temple called Mahaboddhi. He also desired to replicate the same temple in Patan. So, when he returned to Nepal, he began construction. Sundari chowk, Mul chowk, and Keshav Narayan chowk are all prominent chowks (courtyards). Apart from the durbar square, the little pavements are extremely nutritious. Famous shops can be found on Patan's pavements. These shops are frequented by almost all foreigners. The old Nepali houses, narrow roads, and little doorways give us all chills. Modern Indian School
