Progressivism: Approaching Rationalism Over Radicalism

Published On: September 15, 2021 07:30 PM NPT By: Milan Jung Katuwal

Progressivism: Approaching Rationalism Over Radicalism

Our society must be progressive. Our economy must be expansionary. Our nation must remain sovereign – and throughout it all, we must preserve our bona fide heritage and diversity while our people remain unified.

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Building back stronger with nature

Published On: September 14, 2021 07:00 AM NPT By: Lily Shrestha and Nabin Bhattarai

Building back stronger with nature

Investments in forestry, ecotourism and organic agriculture could help in resilient recovery from the pandemic

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What MCC is and what it is not

Published On: September 13, 2021 07:44 AM NPT By: Jagadish Paudel

What MCC is and what it is not

Nepal is not the only country in the world that is receiving an MCC grant. Several other countries have already received grants and some countries are currently in the process of receiving the grants. We can look at what were the agreement points in the countries where the project has been implemented, how it has been operated, and whether the project has done well or not. We should also examine what kinds of agreements are being made with the countries where MCC funding is currently being received.

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Dreaming of a Government of Technocrats

Published On: September 12, 2021 06:45 AM NPT By: Simone Galimberti

Dreaming of a Government of Technocrats

Even if such a move won’t go far, it is a gamble worth taking because it would give a strong message to the entire nation: at times of crisis, when the leadership of political parties falls short, then other options can be made available.

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Policy Convergence and Small Changes: An Economic Idea Left Behind?

Published On: September 11, 2021 07:00 AM NPT By: Sabin Subedi

Policy Convergence and Small Changes: An Economic Idea Left Behind?

Small changes and policy convergence go hand in hand when they are in working order. Policy convergence is increasingly effective when there are small changes in all sectors. When collective organizations are working for small changes, it could be a game-changer for the Nepali economy.

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Creating Hope through Action

Published On: September 10, 2021 07:00 AM NPT By: Dr Pallavi Koirala

Creating Hope through Action

Seeking proper help in time can save lives. With proper treatment and counseling, one can lead a normal life. Identification and treatment of mental disorders at the right time should be the core strategy to prevent suicide.

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Solving Landless People Problem in Nepal

Published On: September 9, 2021 08:30 PM NPT By: Keshav Bhattarai

Solving Landless People Problem in Nepal

Within the past three decades, different governments have constituted nine commissions led by 17 chairpersons to solve the LDDPS’ problems. These commissions have distributed 45,964 bighas of forest lands to 54,854 families but the problem has become further complicated.

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Nepal: Bridge or ‘Burden’ to China’s South Asia Ambitions?

Published On: September 8, 2021 01:58 PM NPT By: Gaurav Bhattarai

Nepal: Bridge or ‘Burden’ to China’s South Asia Ambitions?

Nepal has already built a national consensus on not accepting loans to build Chinese railways and rather prioritise grants (Republica, 2019). Hence, debt trap doesn’t appear as a challenge in the context of Nepal-China railways. But, expressing suspicion over China’s flagship project, even the United States has cautioned Nepal not to fall into the Chinese ‘debt trap’.

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Moment of truth for Nepal on MCC

Published On: September 6, 2021 09:00 PM NPT By: Dai Yonghong

Moment of truth for Nepal on MCC

All eyes are on Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba, who is actively pushing MCC for early approval. But his coalition partners have reservations.

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Growing Digital Division in Nepali Taxi Industry

Published On: September 6, 2021 07:00 AM NPT By: Shradha Khadka

Growing Digital Division in Nepali Taxi Industry

With the prevalence of on-demand transportation apps like Pathao and Sarathi, people no longer have to wait in the rain to flag down a taxi or spend time bargaining for taxi fares. Instead, rides can be hailed comfortably with just a few clicks on the smartphone screen.

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