German ambassador to Nepal Udo Eugen Volz reflects on lessons from history, the importance of dialogue, and his early impressions of Nepal’s resilience.

Mohammad Rasoulof’s ‘The Seed of the Sacred Fig’ mirrors not just Iran’s protests but the growing digital resistance seen among Nepal’s youth.

Hyper-independence is an extreme form of self-reliance, leading people to avoid vulnerability and refuse support even when they are struggling.

Growing up in the birthplace of the Lord Buddha, Nabin Chandra Aryal learned that art, like enlightenment, takes time and stillness.

Growing up in Kailali, Bam found her voice early and stepped into activism. She now urges Nepali Gen Z to stay engaged in politics, vote and keep pushing for real change even after the streets are quiet.

The trip revealed two sides of paradise—nature’s generosity and tourism’s greed. Between breathtaking hills and costly tickets, we found joy somewhere in between.

It is a self-worship ritual that marks the beginning of Nepal Sambat and focuses on honouring one’s body, mind, and life, though modern lifestyles and distance have changed how it is observed.

Shree Krishna Pranami Temple, built in 1978 and rebuilt in 2018, boasts grand architecture. It blends artistry and cultural elegance as a key pilgrimage and community centre.

‘Shaitaan’ highlights human vulnerability, the fragility of trust, and the courage it takes to fight forces beyond your control.

From Tharu ghonghi to Tamang pork, Newa samay baji to Rai dhido, festive tables across the country tell stories of heritage, memory, and togetherness.

While often dismissed as ‘just dreams’, nightmares can be a sign of stress, trauma, or illness.

At Takpa Gallery, ‘To Build a Shelter’ shows how landscapes, ancestors, and everyday objects keep the idea of home alive.

Since 2018, Rukshana Thapa has been travelling across the country to study mushrooms, uncovering their ecological, medicinal, and cultural significance.

The cause of the first devastating fire in 1973 remains a mystery. The need to rebuild it after the recent destruction should not be.

The destruction of monuments and postponement of festivals highlight the growing threat to our heritage.