- Saturday, 17 May 2025
Literary world gathers for PEN America dinner-gala
Amber Ruffin looked out upon hundreds of writers, publishers and editors gathered for PEN America's annual gala and shared her experience of being on the receiving end of censorship. "I'm officially a bann
The Robotics Revolution Of China
Staying on the 16th floor of the Holiday Inn Express Hotel at Jiaoqiao Road in the Pu Dong New Area of Shanghai, this scribe thought that making room deliveries for the hotel guests must be a slow and difficult task. It potentially demanded
Majestic Trek To Tilicho
Nepal is globally considered a trekking destination amid its majestic mountain ranges. Among many, one of the most celebrated destinations is the Tilicho Lake trek, along the Annapurna Circuit. The lake is also famous for being the highest glacial lake in the world, standing proudly at an altitude of 4,919 metres. The
Buddha's Courageous Moral Stand
In Hermann Hesse's Siddhartha, the Buddha's counsel—"Suffering cannot be overcome by logic, but only mitigated"—illuminates a profound truth. The protagonist's youthful unrest was not simply circumstantial; his rejection of princel
Obituary Pradip Nepal Man Of Word And Action
“Death, be not proud, though some have called thee; Mighty and dreadful, for thou art not so”: John Donne
Indian Views On Nepal-India Ties
It is perhaps difficult for a career diplomat trained to send confidential dispatches to write a book dealing with one's professional discipline. The exercise becomes more complex regarding major diplomatic assignments involving close and multi-di
Tibet Expands Disability Services
Geographic isolation and high altitude have traditionally presented significant challenges to equitable access to healthcare, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities in Tibet. Nevertheless, China's recent develo
Ghantu dance in full swing performance across Gurung villages
On the occasion of Baisakh Purnima (Full Moon of the Nepali month Baisakh), the traditional Ghantu dance is being performed vibrantly in the Gurung settlements of Lamjung. Rooted
'Jaar': A beautiful piece of art
Many readers might have gone through author Indra Bahadur Rai’s short story 'Jaar: Bhaekai Euta Katha' (Jaar: A True Story). Even those who haven’t read it can fully enjoy its essence by watching the film 'Jaar', directed by Sikkimese director Phurba Tshering Lama.
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HAC’s Thangka, Pauba art exhibition from today
Himalayan Art Counci (HAC) is all set to launch Traditional Art Exhibition and National Art Protection Platform. The Himalayan Art Council will organise a t
Joshi's 'Shramatan' mirrors pains of migrant workers
BN Joshi’s acclaimed book 'Shramatan', which chronicles the immense suffering and torment faced during the pursuit of foreign employment, is now all set to be published in Hindi after its original Nepali version and the English translation.
Appeal to raise voices of conservationists in Sagarmatha Sambaad
Minister for Forests and Environment Ain Bahadur Shahi Thakuri shared that inclusive representation of all communities within the countries has been ensured in the upcoming 'Sagarmatha Sambaad' programme along with foreign delegates.
Kardashian faces Paris robbery suspects and testifies about fears of rape and death
Kim Kardashian said a silent prayer — for her sister, her best friend, her family — as a masked man pulled her toward him in a Paris hotel room in the 2016 jewellery heist that chang
