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Bikkil Sthapit : The Rath Makers
Traditionally, the chariot is a collective creation of Jyapu, Sayami and Chitrakar clan of the Newar Community. Jyapus create the top part of the chariot, Sayamis make the wheels and the painting elements on all the four wheels will ...
Hopes on hoops
In a brief history of women's basketball, Nepal made their first ever podium finish ending up second in the first South Asia Basketball Association (SABA) Women's Basketball Championship at their backyard. Benefited by the absence of regional giant India, along with Pakistan, with both giving ...
Hello Carpoolians!!!
History has repeated itself after the Nepalese leaders took no heed of Indian government's 13-month long economic blockade which extended from March 1989 to April 1990. As believed by many, when Nepal did not postpone the enactment of constitution as requested by India, the "unofficial" ...
Go Green Nepal
The country has moved on from the devastating April 25 earthquake of 7.9 magnitute. It has left the country's administration with a lot to ponder after several buildings collapsed at the compact settings and many cultural heritage sites were reduced to rubble. Nepal, as a ...
The Nanglo Fame: Starting from the Scratch
Gopal Kakshapati is a man who has not only seen the tough times but also went through the challenges that would force an ordinary man to quit. He has been an inspiration, a man who sets benchmark for others to break. A man to emulate.
Kathalaya: The Storytellers
Kathalaya is brainchild of Rajeev Dhar Joshi and three other partners -- one of them Apollo Press. The private publication house had a very humble beginning that was ultimately destined to gather speed.
Nyano Sansar: Warming Up the Sufferers
What is the hardest part about winter for you? Yes, I am asking a question to the privileged few. Is it the clothes? Or the dishes you have to wash with rubber gloves? Or waking up early for college when the sun hasn't ...
Dr Bishesh Poudyal: Dissecting the System with Purpose
Health services in Nepal seems to be below-par compared to the elite facilities our neighbouring giants put on offer. A prolonged scarcity of equipmens, crammed up rooms with limited beds and shortage of drugs have been the problems floating in the surface. But deep down the surface, the base ...
Lochan Rijal: The Other Sides of An Experimentalist
Lochan's idea was the application of scientific knowledge by scholars and musician. An application which he believes will help Nepali music gain international recognition and inclusion in the global academia. "We live in a world where we are very much interested in Elvis Presley, Bob ...
With Bimal, Lets Dream
Still struggling to make their mark in the South Asian region, Nepal is just an enthusiastic watcher of the colourful wigs, T-shirts, boas and regalia that are adding spice to the thrilling contests in the the football's extravagant show in Brazil -- the World Cup. A ...
For The Eyes Without Light: Dr. Sanduk Ruit
Founder of Tilganga Institue of Opthamology, Dr Ruit, often called the "God of Sight", has removed 100,000 cataracts over his 30-year career. His sole mission has been, and continues to be, ‘to bring eyesight back to anyone who needs it, regardless of his or her ...
Digital Unifier: Mahabir Pun
"Swartha chai eutai nabhako manche raicha tyo..." "Dherai saral manche... dhido diye ni majale khane, macha masu banau bhanda ni, dukha nagarnu bhanne ke" "Manche herda chai pheri pakka gothale..." So went the conversation between the micro bus conductor and a group of porters who were on ...
Nina & Tara: Tale Of Two Sisters
They grew up together in the same house, playing and sometimes fighting. They not only shared stories they wouldn’t share with anyone else, but also shared a zeal and passion for creativity and a way of working magic through their lenses. They are Manandhar sisters.
Adhikaar: From Knowledge to Action
Factors like language barriers, immigration status and unfamiliarity with navigating the health-care system prevent immigrants from seeking help. Adhikaar is an organization in New York that helps new immigrants clear these hurdles and orient themselves to the US.
LOVE: The Ultimate Outlaw
When I was 14, my parents got divorced. Later on, the first guy I fell in love with broke up with me... over a text message! Not surprisingly, I became one of those cynics who refuse to get dolled up for weddings (but secretly cry ...
Burgeoning Career: Nepali Scientists in the UK
Talent will always find a niche in the world, and Nepali scientists in the UK are attesting to that. They research, study and teach in world renowned universities, and their effort is fruitful and career very rewarding. They engage in and research interesting and important ...
Tale of Two Royalties
2015 marks 200 years of Nepal-Britain ties. To mark the upcoming anniversary next year, DREAMS brings you reminisces from someone who has special ties with Britain. Subodh Rana, son of a former Nepali ambassador to Britain. He brings together for DREAMS memories of his days ...
DREAMS Hall of Fame 2013 : Part lI -Noble and Humble
While our entertainers were all over the media, away from the spotlight there was another group of people that was quietly working to positively contribute to society. DREAMS brings you those social workers, scientists, and young Turks who are just as deserving, if not more, ...
DREAMS Hall of Fame 2013 : Part l – Those Who Blew Us Away
The year that passed was almost a bumper year for Nepal. Our youngsters made us proud in one field after another. Sports, arts, music. You name it, they did it. DREAMS brings you some of these achievers who stole the limelight, and along with it, ...
Doko-Motion: Doko Radio
Imagine 4-5 people walking in a remote area carrying a transmitter, an antenna, a sound mixer, a laptop, a sound recorder, and a generator, in short, everything required to transmit radio signals. There, you have Doko radio in its earliest days.
Artist and Saviour : The Calling of Jan Salter
As we follow Jan into her home, the exuberant racket of her pets become clearer and louder, and two of her three dogs come bounding towards the new faces. A quick peek around at her modestly furnished apartment, some minutes spent fussing over the dogs ...
Devkota : The Child of Fortune
Padma Prasad Devkota was a former teacher of English literature at Tribhuvan University. He is also the only surviving son of Nepal's most beloved poet Mahakavi Laxmi Prasad Devkota. For this Laxmi Pooja, which also happens to be the birthday of Mahakavi Devkota, DREAMS team sat ...
Music of Autumn – Malashree
Music is very important to Nepali culture, we have particular music for specific occasions. The Malashree tune is one of them. This gentle, soothing melody is heard all through Dashain from different instruments. The article explores the roots of this music and its association with ...
Nepal Literature Festival
Ncell Nepal Literature Festival is a 3-day event which brings together writers, thinkers, professionals, and readers. Each day of the festival has 6-9 sessions of panel discussions followed by audience interaction. There were nearly 40 sessions in all, with two parallel sessions running in two ...
Breaking Barriers : Mathematical Intelligence
If the Nepali youths were to be rescued from the desperate grip of deprivation and social stagnation, education was the way to do it. But first there needed to be a radical shift in the way we educated our kids.
Lost In The Lowlands
Industrial agriculture exploits migrant labour everywhere. Nepali film-maker Pranav Budhathoki goes undercover to investigate a little piece of Eastern Europe in Norfolk, England.
Gaumaya: The Person and The Persona
If you’re one of those people who like to put down beauty pageant participants as superficial and daft, Miss UK Nepal 2011, Gaumaya Gurung’s story will eradicate all your preconceptions. If the extensive amount of social service she has done so far is not enough ...
Keeping The Doctor Away : Buddhi Ratna Sherchan
Buddhi Ratna Sherchan is a horticulturist. He is credited with starting the cultivation of apples and other temperate fruits in Marfa of Mustang, which went on to become famous all over Nepal for their firm texture and sweet taste.
Nepathya Concert : Perspectives & Emotions from London
Nepathya brought their unparalleled music to the UK allowing a whole diaspora to revel in Nepalipan. Nepathya's concert, be it for a night, closed the wide cultural gap between first generation elder Nepali immigrants and the second generation youth who were born and/or raised in the UK.
Tiger Man: A Life for an Eye
For conservationists trying to maintain a delicate balance between saving wildlife and protecting the community, human-wildlife conflict is a real challenge. In fact, it is the second biggest challenge after poaching. Elephants, rhinos, tigers and wild boars often enter villages adjacent to national parks and ...
Blazing Sun Of The East
Dr. Surya Subedi is a professor of International Law at Leeds University, UK. Currently United Nation’s special Rapporteur for Cambodia, he is one of only eight such country-specific UN experts. He is alumni of the University of Oxford, and also a member of Human Rights ...
Making education a success
Sanjana Wagle may not have topped the SLC results, but her feat is no small accomplishment. Wagle not only made it to the Top 5, but she is also the first from her village to ever achieve substantial educational results.
Speaking through art
Namuma Shahi lost her ability to speak and hear at the age of five. But she found a way to communicate through art. Shahi is one of those enormously talented and genuinely nice people you can’t help but like.
Travelling fashion company
Kore Kamino's designs are inspired from the designer duo's travel experience. While their past collections have stretched from Europe to Africa and South America, their upcoming Autumn/Winter designs have been influenced from Nepal.
Abari: For the love of bamboo and mud
While cement buildings take over the cityscape of Kathmandu, Abari, a small organization is working on bringing back natural materials like mud and bamboo but with a modern twist.
A hero among us
Phsupa Basnet’s inspirational story stole the spotlight when she was nominated for CNN Hero of the year 2012. Her zealous efforts to save the children of women behind bars made international headlines and won her the coveted title. We catch up with Pushpa Basnet to ...
Looking back and looking up
In 2001, at the age of 16, Temba Tsheri Sherpa became the youngest person to have climbed Mt. Everest then. Over a decade since his summit, Dreams caught up with him to learn about the transition from a young boy who won national and international ...
The shoe master
While many young people are eying fashion designing, Ahmed Dulla chose to study footwear technology. He recently launched his footwear brand Dulla Shoes and is using the social media platform as a business portal.
Passion in a cup
With his expanding coffee business that strictly focuses on local coffee, Narayan Khakurel aspires to brew a fresh coffee culture dynamic in Nepal.
To be a Gurkha
In recent years, there has been much debate over what it means to be “Nepali”. It unearths the sentiments of nationality and the land that we would risk our lives for. But as a Nepali, what does it take, and what does it mean, to ...
Returning to the roots
While many people are looking for opportunities in foreign lands, a group of Nepalese have moved from Kathmandu to Palpa to venture in livestock.
Stairway to success
A Nepalese student's visionary project has been nominated for an international award that could change the life of many families in rural Nepal.
Pieces of Poetry
Within the past few years a handful but hopeful number of young slam poets have emerged in Kathmandu. They are using the power of poetry to make themselves seen and heard – through their performances and their striking words.
If you are attending London Fashion Week …
Attending a fashion week event needs a lot of preparation. It all comes down to presenting yourself in a way that you stand out from the crowd. London-based fashion blogger Sarita Chamling Rai shares her experience from London Fashion Week and offers insightful tips for ...
Reaching Great Heights
Chhurim Sherpa climbed Mount Everest for the first time on May 12, 2012. The same week, on May 19, she climbed the world’s highest peak again, becoming the first person in the world to climb Everest twice within one week. The 29-year-old, who was recognized by the ...
Unlocking Potentials
Thsering Lama came to the UK as a 19-year-old. 10 years later, he is returning to Nepal with a doctoral degree and a determination to make a change in the country’s health and education sector.
The People’s Expert
With his personal approach, Shameer Khanal puts spin to sustainable economic development. Pumped up and ready to pump others up, he also puts people in the core of progress. Get to know more of this young soul with a can-do attitude.
Spinning since ‘98
DJ Bickey has become a brand name in the Nepalese party circuit. In his 15-year career span, he has travelled a long way, fulfilling his musical ambition, but he is yet to reach his final destination.
Retaliating Recession
The R-word is presumably at the tip on every jobseeker’s tongue. The frustration of being unemployed has become a common story for more than 2 million UK residents. But the times are changing, and you just need to be prepared.
Rap-Addicted
Initially, he was mocked for his rapping abilities. But today, Rapoholic is a well-known NepHop artist in the Nepalese community in the UK. The 23-year-old battled his way and rapped it away.
Artistic Freedom
From Nepal’s Lalit Kala Campus to Wimbledon College of Art in London, Govinda Prasad Sah “Azad” has come a long way. Throughout his journey, his closest companion was his passion and perseverance. An established artist today, Sah’s works can be found in private collections worldwide. ...