Navin Shakya
Opinions
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Just watched Guardians of the Galaxy (2014) and it totally took me back to the days of Walkmans and mixtapes. I remember the rush of heading to the local music shop after school, hunting for the latest singles from our favorite artists, and the thrill of adding them to my newest mixtape. More on this
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In recent years, Nepal has faced some serious floods, with the most recent one in this year causing a lot of damage and taking lives. After these events, it’s normal for people to start asking, “Why weren’t we better prepared?” or “Why didn’t we act sooner?” More on this
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Back in our school days, FM radio was a huge part of our lives. Having a small, battery-operated radio felt like owning something really special. We’d even make handmade cards and take them to the radio station, hoping they’d play our song requests and dedications for our friends and family. More on this
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The roads remain dusty, and the pavements are torn apart. The river has scarred their businesses. Yet just couple of days after the calamity, business has resumed as usual. They will paint their walls, change their carpets, and fix their cabinets later, but for now, they are focusing on the upcoming festival days. More on this
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For over 40 hours, the rain just didn’t stop. This city couldn’t handle it. The areas near the rivers were completely underwater. So many lives were lost, and billions of rupees worth of property just washed away. Roads were blocked, and half the city lost power. More on this
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Kathmandu’s roads are full of reckless users—whether it’s pedestrians, bikers, motorists, public bus drivers, school bus drivers, or truck drivers. People of all ages—men, women, old, young, or children—seem to always be in a hurry, as if getting to their destination is more important than their own safety. More on this
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I usually head for hair cut on Tuesday evenings to get extra few minutes, because that’s when they’re quieter since it’s like an off day for salon in my area. It’s a chance to relax and take a break from the daily chaos, even if it’s just for a while. More on this
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While riding my bike recently, I passed by a garden filled with blooming jasmine flowers. The sweet fragrance that filled the air instantly lifted my mood. It was a brief moment, lasting only a few seconds, but it was enough to make me feel good. More on this
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Palesha Goverdhan is returning home from the Paris Paralympics with a bronze medal—the highest honour ever achieved by a Nepali athlete in international sports. With this remarkable achievement, she becomes the first Nepali to win a medal at an Olympic-level event. More on this