Arpana Rayamajhi: You can’t make everyone happy
The Kathmandu-born jeweler does not shy away from the spotlight—but she doesn’t cultivate it either.
Sun, Jul 21, 2019
27°C KathmanduTelemedicine, once a boon for rural Nepalis, is almost defunct
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Officials admit its effectiveness but say a lack of funds has halted a potential game-changer in remote health care.
Nearly 20,000 illegal Nepali workers in Malaysia can return home as local authorities announce general amnesty
Last year nearly 15,000 undocumented workers had used a similar scheme to avoid legal actions from the Malaysian government.
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In ruling party, a cornered Oli yields to Dahal’s manoeuverings
Leaders say realisation has dawned on the two chairmen that there is no option than to reconcile.
The little worlds that are part of a larger whole
Microcosm brings together interpretations of 40 artists, but not everyone will resonate with the printworks on display.
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ICYMI: Here are our top stories from Sunday, July 21
Here are some of the top stories from The Kathmandu Post (July 21, 2019).
Syarpu Lake is shrinking due to human activities
The District Soil Conservation Office had introduced a master plan to conserve the lake some nine years ago but the project never took off.
Nepal’s rising trade deficit takes toll on country’s foreign currency reserves
The trade deficit grew 17 percent in the first 11 months of the last fiscal year.
Visakhapatnam overtakes Kolkata in handling Nepal-bound cargo
Visakhapatnam pulling Nepali traders with efficiency and higher capacity.
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Plan to boost market activity sends NEPSE soaring over 20 points
Securities Board of Nepal to introduce reform measures this fiscal year.
Sarlahi disaster management body halts relief distribution
Displaced flood victims bemoan the decision saying that they cannot stay under tents for a long time.
Hetauda reeling from blood shortage
The city has a high demand for blood every monsoon, but runs less blood donation programmes.
Despite protests, Public Service Commission continues exams to hire staff for the local level
Protesters have said the vacancy notice is against the principle of inclusion
More than 18 months after Karki report, government yet to take action against the accused
While accused officials have questioned the report’s legitimacy, experts say the government needs to take a stand
Soaring prices and fall in demand see bankers struggle to sell gold
The yellow metal traded at Rs65,500 per tola on Friday—on par with an all-time high price first recorded on June 25.
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Telemedicine, once a boon for rural Nepalis, is almost defunct
Officials admit its effectiveness but say a lack of funds has halted a potential game-changer in remote health care.
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In ruling party, a cornered Oli yields to Dahal’s manoeuverings
Leaders say realisation has dawned on the two chairmen that there is no option than to reconcile.
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ICYMI: Here are our top stories from Sunday, July 21
- Despite protests, Public Service Commission continues exams to hire staff for the local level
- More than 18 months after Karki report, government yet to take action against the accused
- ICYMI: Here are our top stories from Saturday, July 20
- Nearly 20,000 illegal Nepali workers in Malaysia can return home as local authorities announce general amnesty
Politics
In ruling party, a cornered Oli yields to Dahal’s manoeuverings
- A Congress lawmaker’s support for ruling party’s motion puts main opposition in dilemma
- House rejects Assembly’s decision to scrap administrative court, inviting conflict
- Anticipating criticism, government puts Mass Communication Bill on hold
- Leadership issue dogging unity talks of Samajbadi Party and Rastriya Janata Party
Valley
Local subcontractors, vendors working with Melamchi’s Italian contractor claim Rs1.67 billion in dues
- A day in the life of Sajha Yatayat's only female driver
- Disgraced anti-graft official Pathak under investigation for money laundering
- At a half-century-old Sanskrit college, there is a will, but there is no money
- Dealy in final verdict from top court makes it difficult for tax office to recover Sumargi’s unpaid taxes
Money
Nepal’s rising trade deficit takes toll on country’s foreign currency reserves
- Visakhapatnam overtakes Kolkata in handling Nepal-bound cargo
- Plan to boost market activity sends NEPSE soaring over 20 points
- Soaring prices and fall in demand see bankers struggle to sell gold
- Oil pipeline will be a boon for the economy, but could make Nepal further dependent on India, experts say
Climate & Environment
What you need to know about how the changing climate could impact Nepal
- Climate scientists gather in Kathmandu as country reels from floods and landslides
- Chitwan National Park builds and restores ponds for rhinos
- Chure degradation over the years has worsened floods in Tarai districts
- Gangetic river dolphins start to arrive in Kailali rivers
Health
Telemedicine, once a boon for rural Nepalis, is almost defunct
- Health Ministry decides to shut government medical colleges’ liaison offices in Kathmandu
- People seek ancient remedies for herpes zoster treatment. Doctors say medication is necessary.
- Health Ministry urges international agencies to extend help in flood- and landslide-hit areas
- Woman, 35, dies of dengue in Dharan
Food
Solid Japanese food for a steal, but with zero zen
- Nepali winemakers, buoyed by demand, are experimenting and innovating in local vineyards
- How two brothers are keeping 45 years of culture alive
- Western Tandoori provides the bhatti experience, without any risk and any flavour
- Nepal’s indigenous fermented foods are good for gut health
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