Although I have seen the green public buses, called Sajha, with wide spaces and big windows for passengers, only a few fortunate commuters will get the opportunity to ride it. The rest of the Kathmanduites, including tourists, have to either cram in small micro-buses or use other private vehicles, which normally load as many passengers as they can. With two wheelers and private cars, Kathmandu is a city full of vehicles and noises
By Katerina Pithova Sep 24, 2017
When KUL MAN GHISING was appointed a year ago as the Managing Director of Nepal Electricity Authority, Nepal was amidst an energy crisis with up to 14 hours of power cut. With Ghising at the helm of NEA, everything changed. Ghising spoke to New SPOTLIGHT on various issues. Excerpts:
By A Correspondent Sep 24, 2017
Supporting Various Programs in civic education, democracy human rights, workers’ rights and gender, Annette Schlicht Resident Representative Friedrich Ebert Foundation has been supporting Nepal for long time. Annette Schlicht, Resident Representative of Friedrich Ebert Foundation Nepal spoke to New Spotlight on various issues regarding the role of the FES in coming years. Excerpts:
By A Correspondent Sep 24, 2017
This very act became a potent emotional gesture which was copied in many parts of the world, especially in South Korea. As women were the main activists, this non-violent expression of protest became a beacon call which has drawn the attention of many all over the world.
By Hemang Dixit Sep 24, 2017
The 9th BRICS Summit will be held in Xiamen, China, on September 4 and 5. I consider it important in this regard to present Russia’s approaches to cooperation within the framework of this large and respected association and to share my views on the future of our further cooperation.
By Vladimir Putin Sep 24, 2017