- Wednesday, 10 June 2026
Journey Into The Land Of Battlefield
I had long harboured an urge to visit Kurukshetra, the legendary land where the epic battle of the Mahabharata was fought. This urge was instilled and shaped since childhood. In the early evenings at home durin
Responsible Tourism Saves Himalayas
Earlier, the glaciers of Nepal were serene giants whose cathedrals of ice drew reverence from each soul who stepped foot on their slopes. As a guide who has worked in mountains for almost twenty years, I know al
Secrets Of Summer Skies
The crisp, warm nights of this summer month would invite avid sky-watchers to understand and mull over exiguous, erratic enigmas and the fascinating formations of the puzzling planets and secretive stars
Why Does Menstruation Stop?
Menstruation, commonly known as a menstrual period, is a natural process in a woman's reproductive life. Most women expect their periods to occur regularly from puberty until menopause. However, some
Thoughts Of A Good Old Friend
Reputed Nepali scholar and diplomat Dr. Jaya Raj Acharya walked inside the Nistha Chen-Suryavinayak road leading to the shrine of Lord Ganesh. Literally, Ganesh is a combination of 'Gana' and 'Ish'. 'Gana' mean
Ageing Society And Wellbeing Concerns
Nepal is rapidly transitioning into an ageing society due to increasing life expectancy and declining fertility rates, bringing with it a new wave of challenges. Rising demand for healthcare needs, the growing bur
Rethinking Nation’s Future
Nepal is a god-gifted country with nature, culture, heritage and hardworking people. However, for many years, Nepal has faced a number of problems economically, politically, and in regard to development. There
Path To Prosperity In Republic Era
A decade-long internal armed conflict from 1996 to 2006 and a 19-day people’s uprising in April 2006 compelled Nepal to conduct elections for the Constituent Assembly following the Comprehensive Peace Accor
Strengthening Democratic Institutions
Today, May 29, Nepal is celebrating two historical milestones: the 19th Republic Day, marking the end of monarchy in 2008, and International Everest Day, marking the first ascent of the world’s tallest mountai
Republic And Institutional Reform
Jestha 15 of the Nepali calendar marks the 19th Republic Day. The declaration of Nepal as a republic on 28th May 2008 was an event of historic significance, as it abolished the 240-year-old monarchy in the count
Smart Governance Thru Digitisation
As the nation prepares to mark the 19th Republic Day on May 29, Nepal stands at an important juncture in its national politics, shaped by the nearly two-thirds majority government of the Rastriya S
Republican Order Enters New Phase
Nepal’s journey to a republican path is marked by twists and turns. The country became a republic following the massive April Uprising that shook the 240-year-old monarchy in 2006. The then king Gyanen
Delayed Justice Undermines The Republic
Republic Day is observed in Nepal annually on Jestha 15, as per the Nepali calendar, with great enthusiasm. Offices are embellished, speeches are made, and leaders talk about the glory of democracy, sacrifice
