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Akshararambha ritual during Saraswati Puja (Photo Feature)
There is a tradition of initiating young children who have not yet been sent to school into learning by beginning their first letters (Akshararamva) on this auspicious day. Religious belief holds that learning to read and write on this day brings good knowledge.
Gold price up by 9,200
According to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers' Association, the price of hallmark gold has been determined at Rs 301,400 per tola today, which was traded at Rs 292,200 per tola on Thursday.
US completes withdrawal from World Health Organization
The U.S. owes more than $130 million to the global health agency, according to WHO. And Trump administration officials acknowledge that they haven’t finished working out some issues, such as lost access to data from other countries that could give America an early warning of a new pandemic.
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Newly elected NC President Thapa assuming office
Gagan Kumar Thapa, the newly elected President of the Nepali Congress, is formally taking charge of his office today following the party's special general convention.
President Paudel attends 'Basanta Shrawan' ceremony
President Ramchandra Paudel attended the 'Basanta Shrawan' ceremony at Nasal Chowk, Hanuman Dhoka Durbar Square, Friday morning to mark the occasion of Basanta Panchami.
10-day mass drug administration campaign against elephantiasis begins today
A drug consumption campaign against elephantiasis has been put in place in the district for the 16th time.
HoR elections: 88 polling stations 'sensitive' in Kavre
The District Police Office has stated that 88 polling stations in the district are sensitive, of which 23 are 'highly sensitive'.
Armed Police Force, Nepal: Strengthening Security, Building Trust
Armed Police Force, Nepal has served the nation with the stamp of excellence through its comprehensive mandate under the BIRD concept as Border Security, Internal Security, Revenue Support and Disaster Management aimed at safeguarding the life, liberty and property of the people. APF, Nepal has consistently stood as a vital pillar of national stability, earning its reputation as one of the country's most trusted law enfor
Internal Democracy Ensures Parties' Future
In countries that have adopted a democratic system, political parties are considered the key actors of democracy. Political parties often engage in debates and advocacy claiming that they themselves are democratic. To further strength
Good Governance Begins On Roads
Anyone who regularly walks on Kathmandu’s main or local streets has likely encountered a near-miss—an incident that could have easily led to injury or worse. Such experiences have become an integral part of daily urban life.
Tourism Beyond Talk, Into Action
This scribbler recently received platinum opportunities—remember, this metal is even more precious than gold, which itself is climbing toward Sagarmatha-like heights in price—to closely observe the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and challenges facing Nepal’s tourism sector. Tourism remains one of the country’s most sensitive industries, now struggling amid global headwinds sweeping from Latin America and Europe to the Middle
Diligence Leads To Success
Benjamin Franklin has said, “Diligence is the mother of good luck.”
Historical Canvas Of Transatlantic World
The book A New Testament is authored by the Norwegian scholar and development practitioner Tone Bleie. A versatile professional, originally trained in social anthropology at the University of Bergen, Bleie holds a chair at the University of Tromsø in an interdisciplinary subject: public politics and cultural understanding. Having earlier published on Nepal’s political and cultural ethno-history, rural development and critical issues of peacebuilding, this time
Sacred Shrines Of Lubhu, Lalitpur
Lubhu is a picturesque settlement located on the outskirts of the Kathmandu Valley, rich in history, culture, and religious significance. While Kathmandu’s core urban areas remain the primary destinations for tourists, visitors often limit their stay to a few days. Tourism activities are largely confined to Patan Durbar Square, Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swayambhunath, and Pashupatinath. How
Devkota's Yatri Message
Nepal, from time immemorial, has been known as a multicultural, multiethnic, and multireligious country. During the era of its modernisation, people were largely religious, strict in religious norms, and had strong beliefs that were even superstitious. Those who did not follow these socially accepted norms and rules were often singled out. As decades passed, society gradually transitioned into a more pluralistic one, allowing greater personal liberties.
