Long before Krishma Subedi understood terms like advocacy, leadership, or public policy, she was already stepping into spaces where change was taking shape. At just 13, she became president of a children’s club formed under CWISH, a position she held until she was 16. She attended meetings with local governments, helped organise community programmes, wrote […]
From the vibrant streets of Harajuku to the design studios of New York, Alina Shrestha’s journey is one stitched together by curiosity, resilience and an unwavering belief in the power of self-expression. Today, as a Handbag Design Associate at Ralph Lauren, the young Nepali designer is living the dream she began chasing as a child. […]
Tracy K. Smith, Paul Muldoon, and Jean Hanff Korelitz were in Kathmandu for the Himalayan Literature Festival and Writers’ Workshop 2026, which brought together acclaimed international and Nepali writers under the theme of healing, creativity, and cultural dialogue. Held across Kathmandu and the Valley, the festival featured immersive workshops, poetry readings, and thought-provoking literary conversations. […]
Kathmandu is a city of contrasts, where centuries-old heritage meets the demands of rapid urban growth. Its rich culture, history and resilience continue to shape its identity, yet everyday challenges such as traffic congestion, air pollution, poor waste management and inadequate infrastructure affect the lives of those who call it home. While these issues may […]
Culture is more than history, it is the thread that connects generations, shapes identity and gives communities a sense of belonging. In Nepal, that thread is woven through festivals, languages, rituals, traditional crafts, music, architecture, food and an enduring spirit of togetherness that continues to define everyday life. Yet, as migration, urbanisation, digitalisation and global […]
