Why office is young professional’s finest classroom
There is no better finishing school for the ambitious young than the office. Not because of the workthough that, too, has its meritsbut because it …
The NRB crisis: when politics trumps economics
The Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) sits at the core of the country's financial stability, tasked with controlling inflation, regulating banks and safeguarding the economy from …
When exams talk like politicians and adults hijack the curriculum
My daughter recently appeared in the Secondary Education Examination (SEE) 2081 Nepals national-level Grade 10 examination that carries enormous weight, including psychologically, and supposedly in …
Navigating Nepal's Indo, China and US relations
Nepal, strategically located in South Asia, often finds itself under the scrutiny of global powers, with a shifting geopolitical landscape presenting significant challenges in managing …
Where does academia fit in Nepal’s startup ecosystem?
Lately, theres widespread focuson business incubation support in Nepals startup ecosystem. This trend involves startup networks, national and international development agencies, government bodies, industry associationsand …
Ordinance is a feature of democratic governance that serves as a mechanism for crisis management and urgent measures in exceptional situations. However, relying on ordinances …
Guarantees: An underrated catalytic instrument
Nepals total credit portfolio is expected to exceed NRs 6,000 billion ($46 Billion) by FY 2025, accounting for well over 90% of Nepals GDP. The …
Our education system needs a ‘Special Consideration Policy’
There is an eerie silence in the corridors of schools, a silence that turns loud with the emergence of crisis. You can feel it in …
There was him and there’s many more
The voyage of Prakash Tamang from the high Tsum Valley to the flat lands of Jhapa and Bhojpur hills to reunite with his family after …
Recalling one year of becoming a bonafide citizen
This June marks my first anniversary of receiving a citizenship certificate with my name and passport-size photo. I became a Nepali citizen in June last …
Protecting identities through online anonymity and cyber security
The ability to be anonymous on the internet has become a highly valued right. Private information leaks, proliferated hacking, and growing advanced surveillance threaten its …
The ongoing parliament obstruction: A shabby opposition tool
Over eight months since the 2022 general elections. Looking back, the election did deliver a democratic and diverse mandate multiple parties secured substantial seats and …
