Navin Shakya
lifestyle
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About first digital World Cup
FIFA World Cup has always been a big thing in football-crazy Nepal, but the 2010 edition in South Africa hit different. It wasn’t just about the games, it was the first World…
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Trusted brands, broken trusts
Remember the snacks we grew up loving; cheese balls, noodles, wafers, puffs, toffees, biscuits? Just thinking about them brings back memories of school breaks, pocket-money treats, and tiffin boxes. But try those…
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Yomari festival
In the chilly winter months of the Kathmandu Valley, steam rises from brass pots in traditional Newa homes, carrying the sweet aroma of molasses and rice flour. They are making Yomari (Yamari)…
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Cash pain theory
Lately, my social media feeds have been full of YouTube and LinkedIn influencers insisting that we should spend in cash instead of using digital payment methods. Their argument is simple: paying with…
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The ordinary days
You know, I’ve been thinking lately about how most of my days are just… normal. Truly, unremarkably normal. I wake up, put the kettle on, stare at my inbox, and send a…
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Dashain vacation
Every year, a group of my friends comes up with an ambitious trekking plan for the long Dashain vacation. It’s become a bit of a tradition: mountains, trails and endless stories around…
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Kumari, the living goddess
The Kumari is believed to be the incarnation of Taleju, revered as a protector of the land. The practice solidified during the Malla dynasty, particularly under King Jayaprakash Malla, who is credited…
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Cash is king
Last year around this time, our city was hit by a massive flood. It turned daily life upside down, lives were lost, homes and shops were washed away, and people struggled to…
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EPL in Nepali TV
Watching the EPL in Nepal hasn’t always been smooth. For years, broadcasts were handled by international channels, often with limited access. And if you were like me, sometimes stuck away from the…
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Food for thought
In Nepal, the meal of dal bhat — rice with lentil soup — has long been considered a complete and nourishing food. It’s simple, satisfying, and deeply rooted in our culture. But…