Navin Shakya
Opinions
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I used to be an avid Nepali film lover. In the early and mid of 2010s, Nepali films had upgraded in storytelling, acting, music and technology. The quality of theatres and film watching experience had vastly improved at that time. People flocked to watch their favourite Nepali films in the theatres. Even I didn’t miss… More on this
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The Yeti Airlines ATR-72 crash in the heart of the city on a clear day has left me deeply unsettled. It’s shocking, especially since this aircraft type has a solid safety record. As someone who frequently flies for work, I rely on these planes and airlines. Aerial accidents aren’t new in Nepal; they’re often blamed… More on this
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Nepal’s political situation right now feels really off. Political parties that have completely different ideas and beliefs are teaming up for the upcoming election. Normally, they would form alliances after the election, but this time, the politicians seem so hungry for power that they’re only focused on winning votes, forgetting their own political agendas. It… More on this
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As you walk around this ancient city of temples, you’ll often come across idols that seem to have sunk below the ground level, as if they’ve been gradually swallowed by the earth. These sunken structures have always fascinated me, and I’ve wondered why they’re like that. So far, I haven’t found a clear answer, but… More on this
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Achar Ghar, located in Pulchowk, Lalitpur, is one of my favourite places for Thakali Khana for their unique servings of different variety of achar (pickles). So, I decided to take my wife there for dinner just a day before the holidays of Dashain start. I went there, everything was normal, ordered the usual Thakali set… More on this
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Since we are confined to homes in this time, we decided to start knowledge-sharing sessions by conducting online training for the different computers programs we use in our business. We tried several platforms like Skype, Zoom, and Google Meet, but none of them worked well due to the poor quality of our broadband connection. I… More on this
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I was eagerly looking forward to my sister’s wedding day, filled with excitement for the celebration. But when the day finally arrived, I was overcome with an unexpected wave of emotions that I couldn’t control. It was a different and unusual feeling, one I hadn’t anticipated. Even though I didn’t see her very often before,… More on this
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Mha Puja, celebrated on the fourth day of Tihar by the Newacommunity of Nepal, is a unique ritual dedicated to self-purification and renewal. It is believed to cleanse the body and spirit of negative and evil forces, preparing individuals for a prosperous and healthy future. This festival also coincides with New Year’s Day in the… More on this
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No matter how robust or advanced the structures we build are, if they encroach on a river’s natural path, they are bound to fail. Nature always reclaims its course, and ignoring this fundamental truth leads to serious consequences. Engineering designs must be based not just on technical expertise, but also on a deep understanding of… More on this