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The private hospitals are found non-committal to the directive of the Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) requiring them to run their own pharmacy.

The KMC had on June 5 issued this directive to all the 52 private hospitals operating under its jurisdiction.

Officiating Chief of KMC Health Department, Sajina Maharjan, said that none of the hospitals has contacted the Department so far informing it of abiding by the directive.  She said that some private hospitals have stated that they would operate their own pharmacy from next month, citing the deadline given by KMC was too short.

The KMC believes that the patients will get the appropriate medicines at reasonable price and the indigent citizens will be able to get medicines at affordable cost when hospitals operate their own pharmacy from the hospital premises.

It is said that only 16 of the 52 private hospitals are running their own pharmacy. Similarly, 28 hospitals are running the hospital and pharmacy in the name of separate individuals while the rest have not at all operated their own pharmacy.

KMC had given 15 days' deadline to the private hospitals to implement the directive.

Police have arrested four persons including Amar Das Shrestha, Chairman of Laliguras Multi-Purpose Cooperative in Lalitpur, for their alleged involvement in misappropriating depositors’ money.

The Kathmandu Valley Crime Investigation Office made Chairman Shrestha, Secretary and Chief Executive Officer Surendra Bhandari, Treasurer Amrit Kumar Aryal, board member Kadam Baba Joshi Pradhan public by organizing a press conference today.

SSP Sanuram Bhattarai of the Kathmandu Valley Crime Investigation Office informed that they might have embezzled Rs 6. 30 billion of 22, 000 depositors of the cooperative.

He said that out of nine persons against whom an arrest warrant was issued, for were detained from various places of Kathmandu.

Among the arrestees, Chairman Shrestha was found to have worked for 31 years at the Nepal Bank Ltd.

He has been working as the Chairman of the cooperative since 2017.

Not everyone can live the way a minimalist does—with essentials that are sleek and uncluttered. In contrast to minimalists, some people like their décor to be layered with colors and patterns, and filled with things they love and have collected over the years. If you’re a fan of maximalism, you’re in luck as the style has become trendy once again in recent times.

However, though it has its perks such as lending vibrancy and warmth to a space, over-the-top décor could end up looking unmanaged and thus chaotic. But it can be curated chaos if you display your favorite art, furniture, and treasures in a coordinated fashion rather than just having it all out there. Here are some expert-backed solutions for maximalist décor.

Showcase your passion

The first and foremost rule of designing a maximalist space is to have it showcase your personality. Don’t fill it with meaningless things. Have heirlooms, your favorite pieces, and things that make you happy on display. Nothing could be more boring and sterile than having store-bought items that have no stories to them around the house. Choose and collect pieces with care. Going through your grandparent’s storage space can arm you with some invaluable items.  

Keep comfort in mind  

Your furniture should be comfortable and inviting. Don’t opt for heavy pieces that take up space and look bulky. Choose sleeker designs with soft, smooth fabrics that feel good. You shouldn’t be bumping into ottomans and side tables while moving around the house so make sure you leave enough room to move about and don’t cram it too much. Comfort should be the key while designing your space.

 Layer colors and patterns

Choose colors and patterns you like and go crazy with them. This is one of the easiest ways to achieve the maximalist look without putting in too much effort. There is no rule here. Whatever you love and want to look at is what you should go for. This can and will clash but that’s where the beauty lies. Pair florals with polka dot prints or stripes for an eye-catching effect.

Give love to the small corners

Oftentimes we forget nooks and crannies while decorating. This is okay for minimalist décor. It opens up the space and gives it an airy look. But for over-the-top décor it’s a strict no. Pay attention to the little spaces and think of how you can use them fully. An alcove near the stairs could be turned into a bar area or you can hang open bookshelves in corners to display photos and other knick-knacks.

Fill up the tabletops

Don’t keep surfaces bare. Your coffee table or the dining table are great places to display your favorite books and curios. Arrange them in trays, in groups of threes, if possible, to give it a cohesive look and then go crazy with it. From flower vases and coasters to books and mementos, everything can and should be on display.

Don’t forget the ceiling

Don’t forget to look to the ceiling or what is commonly known as the ‘fifth wall’ when it comes to adding some oomph to a space if you are going the maximalist way. Paper it to coordinate with the other four walls in a room if you wish. Or paint it a bold color like red or neon pink. You can also wallpaper it in a nice pattern if your walls are painted. While you are at it, add a chandelier too, the fancier the better. 

The price of gold has increased by Rs 200 per tola in the domestic market on Sunday.

According to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association, the precious yellow metal is being traded at Rs 142, 000 per tola today. It was traded at Rs 141, 800 per tola on Friday.

Similarly, tejabi gold is being traded at Rs 141, 300 per tola.

Meanwhile, the silver is being traded at Rs 1,790 per tola today.

The 10th national congress of CPN (Unified Socialist) is being held in Kathmandu from today.

The general convention will run for five days to elect a 299-member working committee along with 21 office-bearers.

Party Chair Madhav Kumar Nepal is scheduled to inaugurate the convention amidst the participation of senior leaders of various other political parties.

Prime Minister and CPN (MC) Chair Pushpa Kamal Dahal will address the inaugural session of the convention, said CPN (US) leader Som Prasad Pandey.

A total of 1.849 delegates from across the country are coming to take part in the convention.

Senior leaders along with the delegates are scheduled to gather at Bhrikutimandap at 10 am and march towards the convention venue, Nepal Academy Convention Hall.

National Assembly Chairman Narayan Prasad Dahal has emphasized that the Parliament should be developed as a place to raise the voice of the people and draft laws necessary for building a prosperous Nepal.

In a message today on the occasion of Parliament Day, Dahal mentioned that the supreme institution of people's representation is a representation of various ideas, philosophies and political parties. "We should all express our collective commitment on the occasion of Parliament Day to raise the dignity of the Parliament and to remain honest towards giving people a real feel of democracy and change," he said.

In the message Chairperson Dahal has expressed his belief that this day commemorating the day when parliamentary exercise began in Nepal would inspire all people's representatives, political parties, civil society and media persons to become more honest, committed and responsible towards parliamentary supremacy, rule of law and democracy.

Parliament Day is celebrated every year today marking the maiden meeting of the first elected Parliament of Nepal on Asar 16, 2016 BS.

Some places of Koshi, Lumbini and Karnali Provinces and one or two places of the rest of the country are experiencing light to moderate rain with thunder and lightning at present.

This is due to the effect of the monsoon currently active in the country, said the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology.

The weather this afternoon will be generally to completely cloudy with a possibility of light to moderate rain with thunder and lightning at many places in Koshi, Bagmati, Gandaki and Sudurpaschim Provinces as well as some places in the remaining provinces. There is a possibility of heavy rain at some places in Koshi, Bagmati and Gandaki Provinces and one or two places in Lumbini and Sudurpaschim Provinces. One or two places of Gandaki Province may also experience heavy rain, according to the weather bulletin published by the Department here this morning.

Later tonight, the weather will be partly to completely cloudy across the country. Hence, light to moderate rain with thunder and lightning is likely to occur at many places in Koshi, Madhes, Bagmati, Gandaki and Lumbini regions and some places in the rest of the country. Also, there is a possibility of heavy rain in some places of Koshi, Madhes, Bagmati, Gandaki and Lumbini regions.

In the next 24 hours, there is a possibility of heavy rain in some parts of the country, especially in one or two places of Koshi, Bagmati, Gandaki and Lumbini Provinces.

In nearly three decades of photojournalism, I have had the opportunity to visit many of the world’s major cities, including New York, Mumbai, Tokyo, and Hong Kong. During these travels, I captured stunning images of their iconic skyscrapers. However, last Monday, I experienced something unique closer to home. 

In Damak, a city in the eastern part of Nepal’s Koshi province, I had the chance to photograph an 18-story view tower in Dapagachi, a rural village just 10 kilometers north of Damak. This tower, the tallest in the area, offered a striking contrast to the urban skyscrapers he was accustomed to photographing.

What made this experience even more fascinating was the juxtaposition of the tower against the rural backdrop. Unlike the towering structures in global cities, this view tower stood amidst open fields, with cows and goats grazing nearby and piles of straw dotting the landscape. This unusual setting made the photograph of the tower particularly captivating. 

I believe that with proper promotion, this tower, even if not ideal for business purposes, has the potential to attract foreign tourists. The blend of modern architecture and rustic scenery offers a unique charm that is rarely seen in the world’s metropolitan areas.