Revitalizing Nepali Literature and Language: Why We Should Care
Dear friends, I think you have also observed that the interest in literature (Nepali literature) and awareness of our cultural heritage has been dwindling among…
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Man Eaters of the Northern Tea Gardens
Big Cats are illusive creatures. Among all big cats, Leopards are most illusive and superior species. They can live in extreme climate and in all…
Tagra Raho – The Legend of Badlu Ram
“The famous Assam regiment song. Badlu Ram ka badan zameen ke neeche hai aur humko uska ration milta hai. Even at 16,000 ft with temperatures…
When Hope Was Murdered – Recalling the Historic Tea Garden Workers Agitation of 1955
From Ranbir Kapoor trying to woo Ileana D’Cruz in Baarfi, to Rajesh Khaana singing Mere Sapno Ki Rani Kab Aayegi Tu for Sharmila Tagore in Aradhana,…
Rampant Mining at Torsa River – Disaster Awaits Dooars
The Torsa River is the lifeline of adjoining forest areas such as The Chilapata, Jaldapara and the Titi range. Recently, sand collection from the River…
Inner-Line Permit: A possible way forward
Gorkhaland Movement is basically an attempt on the part of Gorkhas to secure the identity of Nepali speaking Indian citizens, as being of this land…
Glorious Footballing History – Whence Darjeeling Today?
I came across this 42 years old document. Looks like it’s the HERLIHY CUP FIXTURE 1976. Was it called HERLICY CUP? Or could it be…
Where’s Your Heart Darjeeling?
“Athithi Deva Bhawa” has been our mantra for centuries. Darjeeling is particularly known for treating the guests like extended members of our own family. Yet…
A Beautiful Tale of the Disgusting “Sigaan” and the Perils of the Wonderful Winter Season
Chilling winds, low temperatures are on full swing in our beloved hills, nobody is spared in its wake, the first casualty are red cracked cheeks…
Jingle Bells Season 3 Winners Declared
Darjeeling: Radio Salesian Station Director Fr C.M. Paul declared the winners of Jingle Bells Season – 3 on 2nd January 2019. The competition consisted of…