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Biren P Bangdel- A Short Introduction

Biren P. Bangdel (also known as Rai Biren Bangdel) is a development management consultant, project analyst, and citizen journalist based in Kathmandu, Nepal. Professional Profile & Background: Project Executive : He has served as an Executive Director and consultant for organizations like Om Ganeshaya Namah Pvt. Ltd. and Merryknoll Nepal. He also served as a Campus Director in Weigan and Leigh College. Project Expertise : He specializes in managing and monitoring multi-million rupee rural development, healthcare, and educational administration projects across Nepal. His core career history spans executive roles within international non-governmental configurations, bilateral foreign aid agreements, and private management Media & Commentary : He is an active blogger, online commentator, and writer who frequently used to contribute letters and opinion pieces to prominent mainstream English dailies like The Himalayan Times and The Kathmandu Post regarding Nepal's const...

2083/84 budget at a glance

2083/84 budget at a glance The Balen led government , which is almost two-thirds majority government secured in the March 2026 elections , has announced its annual budget 2,124.34 billion on May 29, 2026, as the largest budget in Nepal's history, representing a 25.2 present increase over the revised estimates of the current fiscal year 2082/83.  Most of the financial experts and economic analysts opine that this budget, although optimistic, has broadly, boldly and wisely covered key and major aspects of the national all round development. Huge tax reforms , massive infrastructure allocations, transformative sectoral policies, 7 percent targets on economic growth and inflation capped at 6 per cent are the key aspects of the highly optimistic budget. This shows a departure from a decade of political instability toward productive governance. It has included first sovereign AI computing centre, doubling of personal income tax exemption thresholds , 21 percent civil servant sal...

Enjoy Healthy Life

  7 Basic Health Tips For Your Better Well-Being #1. Prioritize Sleep The most essential part of staying healthy is getting adequate rest. However, this is not always possible due to factors like shift work or caring for a newborn. Life can be unpredictable, but there is always room for improvement. Many people could benefit from better sleep habits, such as establishing a bedtime routine to signal the brain that it is time to wind down. A consistent sleep plan helps regulate our body’s internal clock , which can lead to more energy throughout the day. #2. Exercise Regularly Many people worry about exercising regularly, usually because they approach it negatively. Too often, people see exercise as a punishment for dissatisfaction with their bodies or guilt over their diet choices. This mindset creates a negative association that hampers consistency. #3. Drink More Water and Fewer Sweet Drinks Many people consume a lot of sodas , sweetened juices, sugary coffee drinks, ...

Proud to be Gurkhas

King Charles III of the United Kingdom has applauded the formation of King's Gurkha Artillery unit which was formally established in April 2025.   The King was greeted with a 21-gun salute at the venue and offered with a large traditional flower garland around his neck. He observed the parade being organised to celebrate the creation of the Army's first dedicated Gurkha Artillery Unit . Over the next three years, 400 Gurkha personnel will join the unit. He highly praised the decade old enduring and deeply valued relationship between the United Kingdom and Nepal . During the event, he met military staff and families and posed for an official portrait with the soldiers.     The King's Gurkha Artillery draws upon a long tradition of Gurkha service in artillery roles and continues a tradition of military service to the UK. Source: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cddpd45pl56o