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The literary work “Teen Bidhaka Prabaha” by writer Basu Dev Poudel has been launched amid a ceremony held at the Ramesh Bikal Literary Foundation Hall in Aarubari, Gokarneshwar Municipality-9, Kathmandu.

Poudel, who served over four decades in the teaching profession and is now retired, released his debut publication through this anthology that brings together poetry, stories, and essays. The event was chaired by local intellectual Achyut Prasad Chalise, with former Member of Parliament from Kathmandu-3, Santosh Chalise, as the chief guest, and Gokarneshwar Municipality Mayor Deepak Risal as the special guest.

The event started with a welcome speech from Saroj Nepal. Chief guest Chalise shared his long acquaintance with Poudel, appreciating his intellect, awareness, and passion for literature. He remarked that the newly launched book reflects the author’s profound social and literary personality.

Special guest Mayor Risal, who also described Poudel as his teacher, said that Poudel not only taught moral education in school but also practiced those values in real life. He further assured that the Gokarneshwar Municipality remains committed to promoting language and literature and will continue supporting such initiatives.

The ceremony also featured critiques on each of the three sections of the book. Deepak Lohani reviewed the poetry section, Ramesh Jung Thapa reviewed the short stories, and Ramesh Prasad Khanal analyzed the essays. The critics highlighted that Poudel’s work radiates deep spiritual insight, social morality, and love for nature.

Speaking briefly about his writing journey, Poudel expressed his gratitude to everyone who supported him. Reflections on his personality and contribution were shared by Ward Chairperson Rajib Thapa, writers Bajuram Poudel and Mahendra Chalise, critic Yuvraj Mainali, and Poudel’s granddaughter Sadiksha Nepal. At the end of the program, the book’s publisher and the author’s son, Nirmal Poudel, extended a vote of thanks, pledging to continue publishing his father’s unpublished manuscripts in the future.

Budhanilkantha School’s Automation and Robotics Club (ARC) is set to host the National BNKS Hackathon on 5–6 September 2025, bringing together talented young innovators from across the country.

This two-day event will challenge participants in coding, creativity, and problem-solving, encouraging teamwork and innovative thinking. With a prize pool of one lakh rupees students will have the chance to gain national recognition for their ideas and solutions.

Open to A-Levels, NEB, IB-DP, and Gap Year students, the hackathon offers a unique platform for both beginners and experienced coders to collaborate, learn, and make an impact through technology.

‘Baikalpik Soch’, a book on thoughts, behavior, management, and analysis by Rajendra KC, was released on Wednesday in Kathmandu. The launch event featured former Prime Minister Baburam Bhattarai as the chief guest, with Rastriya Swatantra Party Vice-chairperson Swornim Wagle, Bibeksheel Sajha Party Chair Samikshya Baskota, and senior journalist Dev Prasad Tripathi as speakers.

The book is divided into four sections—Thoughts, Behaviour, Management, and Analysis. In it, KC explores national and international alternative forces, presenting a balanced perspective rooted in truth. Through this work, KC seeks to guide people who feel disillusioned—those leaving the country, those involved in politics, and those trying to navigate life amid constant political change.

Born in Gangajamuna-5, Dhading, KC is an educationist and social entrepreneur who holds an honorary PhD from Dr KN Modi University. He has long been active in the education, hospitality, and social sectors, contributing to social transformation. A former member of the Nepali Congress, KC later joined Naya Shakti Nepal, where he served as a member of the party secretariat and head of its education department. He is currently not affiliated with any political party.

KC has traveled to more than 32 countries for educational and social initiatives and is regarded as an expert in national and international geography. He leads several organizations, including Nepal PhD Association, Budhanilkantha Heritage Limited (Lemontree Premier), Nepal Private College Association, University of Free Generation, and South Stein Group Limited, all of which he founded and chairs.

He has received numerous national and international honors, including the Nepal Vidya Bhushan ‘A’ (2008), Mahatma Buddha Peace Award (2022), and the Peter Docker Management Excellence Award (2020, New Delhi, India), as well as recognition from the UK House of Commons. His other published works include Dhading Darpan, NGO Development and Management, Life School, and Alternative Power (Thoughts, Behaviour and Management).

Leapfrog Technology Inc recently hosted the fourth edition of its flagship design event, Design Disco, at Supper Club in Thamel, Kathmandu. The event, powered by AWS, drew over 150 attendees and featured speakers including Abhash Bikram Thapa, Director of Design at Leapfrog Technology Inc.; Jayasri Nagrale, Senior Product Designer at Microsoft; Deepshikha Yadav, Founder of World We Desire; and Bidhan Rajbhandari, Governor at Ad Club of Nepal.

This year’s theme, “The Digital Me,” focused on personalization, context-aware experiences, spatial design, and invisible interfaces, highlighting how technology is shaping user interactions. Discussions emphasized creating the Agentic Experience, where AI acts as an extension of the user, and explored ways designers can undertake complex projects without extensive coding knowledge.

Abhash Bikram Thapa, keynote speaker and event lead, said, “Design has evolved beyond screens to include experiential engagement, particularly with AI. We are pleased with this year’s attendance and the collaborative environment the event fostered.”