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  Pratikchhya Rana (right) delivers a powerful kick during the martial art demonstration at Avya Club, Pokhara. Photo: LB Thapa By LBTHAPA   Young Taekwondo students of Absolute Taekwondo Dojang stole the eyes of the audience at AVYA CLUB when they performed a well-coordinated series of martial art stunts.   About two dozen young Taekwondo students of Absolute Taekwondo Dojang, Birendra Chowk, Pokhara gave an electrifying martial art demonstration before a crowd who had gathered at the Avya Club to attend a Saturday Market. The martial art demonstration lasted for over one hour and during this time, the audience remained glued to their seats.  All photos by LB Thapa   “I was invited by Niroj Lama, managing director of the Avya Club, to give a martial art demonstration before the visitors who come to attend the Saturday Market. I did bring about two dozen young Taekwondo students of my Dojang to perform a martial art demonstration”, said Rekh Gurung, Black Belt 5...

Artists are the most creative people in our society. Should there be any restriction upon them or not? This is the subject of discussion. Photo: LB Thapa  Even artists cannot be left unbridled. A healthy limitation is a must. Proper monitoring of creative artists is equally important. Every artist’s creation must be monitored whether it is appropriate or not.   By SHARADA KUNWAR Without an iota of doubt, artists should be given complete freedom to express their ideas. However, this does not mean that there should not be a limit. Of course, inappropriate materials must not be served. There must be a clear demarcation line between creativity and vulgarity.  Artists are respected all over the world for their creativity. Artists like poets, singers, painters, and so on are the nation's assets. People as a whole appreciate the creativity of the artists with both hands. Unconditional love and appreciation of the people give emotional and psychological impetus to artists....

Nowadays our society has been passing through a critical phase of time. Photo: Tyler Lastovich If young people get proper guidance and encouragement from senior family members then there is no doubt, why our young people cannot succeed. In recent times, we have seen many young boys and girls who, after receiving advanced degrees and diplomas from abroad, finally chose Nepal to begin a career. A decent career is definitely possible in the country.     By NILAN CHHANTYAL Society is dynamic where a change is inevitable. That’s why each culture is different and unique in its own right. It is also true that over the last many years more people have started traveling abroad for different reasons. It is quite noticeable that more people from those poor nations, one like ours, have shown a keen desire to immigrate and follow the western culture and lifestyle. Even many parents encourage their children to leave home to abroad for various reasons.     Many people si...

After the Covid pandemic now more people talk about the pragmatic utility of online education. Photo: Julia M Cameron "Some people may be unable to go to the classroom in person, maybe by virtue of a job, distance from institutes, or some health problems. In a situation, one like this one can go through online classes. Similarly, online training can be preferred if it is of a short time period as moving into a new place may be quite difficult. Lab practical, research in the laboratory cannot be performed online. They need to be performed in well-equipped labs." By SURUCHI MALLA Online education can be beneficial for those people who have difficulties attending day-to-day courses in the classroom. Many people believe that attending classes and training in the classroom provides better knowledge and understanding while others believe online study gives knowledge along with saving time to reach the institution.  More or less but the online education system is present in every no...

Among others, a rapid pace of deforestation is the main cause of global warming. Photo: João Vítor heinrichs.  "The whole world is much worried about global warming. In fact, Global warming and deforestation have a direct relationship. Mindless cutting of trees will eventually lead to a hotter climate and reduce the oxygen level in the environment", writes Asbina KC. By ASBINA KC Forests are the lungs of the earth. They maintain the ecosystem of nature to keep it going. Forests are important in the sense that they absorb carbon dioxide and release oxygen into the atmosphere. Thus, the forest is the key factor that plays a physician’s role. Without a doubt, the forest is the most precious resource that nature has bestowed upon human beings. However, in the present context, organization and agricultural expansion have primarily caused deforestation. This will eventually lead to a hotter climate and less availability of oxygen for humans. Deforestation has removed several trees ...

A team of Shamans begins their tantric rituals. Photo: pixgood.com   By LB THAPA This is the age of science and technology where computer rules the roost. Science has been making rapid advancements with a number of new inventions like never before. Like many other branches of science, medical science has also made remarkable progress. From cloning to test-tube babies, artificial heart transplantation, and many more…everything is possible today. This is nothing but the wonder of science.   However, this is also true that at times when medical science finds it unable to treat a particular illness, the faith healers have done the impossible. The way they treat a patient may be unconventional and unscientific, but it works.    Yes…it is the world of Dhamis and Jhankris. They use mantras and treat patients. This traditional healing practice is handed down from one generation to another since time immemorial. These faith healers say that one should have complete faith...

Prizma Kunwar is an emerging karate player from Pokhara. She has already won several medals and karate championships. Currently, Prizma prepares her IELTS & SAT at Miracle Institute, Pokhara. Photo: Read 2b happy.   By LB THAPA   Prizma Kunwar is yet another name in Pokhara who is a shining star in the national sporting firmament. She holds a Black Belt and her dedication and commitment to karate are simply overwhelming.   Migrated from Baglung, Prizma Kunwar and her family now live in Pokhara permanently. Though she is only 18 years old, her achievement can surprise anyone. A gold medalist in the National Games, she has repeated this feat of success many times in both National and Regional sporting events.   It is her strong belief that Karate is the most effective barehanded fighting technique that is most suitable for girls to defend themselves from wayward miscreants.   The other day this scribe had an opportunity to talk with Prizma Kunwar, a national k...