KATHMANDU, Feb 19: There is a saying - democracy dawned in Nepal in 2007 BS but the people of Jumla came to know about it only in 2008 BS! The essence of this saying is that the residents of remote and rural Jumla, which is far away from the capital, got the news of the arrival of democracy too late due to the lack of transport and communication.
KATHMANDU, Feb 17: In the heart of Kathmandu, within the premises of Bhrikutimandap, a profound brainstorming is underway. The World Social Forum 2023 has turned the city into a melting pot of ideas, activism, and cultural expression, all aimed at shaping a better world.
KATHMANDU, Feb 16: The United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has said the World Social Forum represents an important space to lift up voices, focus on the most vulnerable, restore hope and find innovative solutions for people and the planet.