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Chhuteka Anuhar
''Chhuteka Anuhar'' () is a memoir by the poet Ramesh Sayan The book was published on October 6, 2018 by ''Lipi Books''. The book contains nineteen anecdotes in essay form. The book won the Padmashree Sahitya Puraskar, 2075 BS (2018). It is the second book of the author who previously released a collection of poems called ''Bhagera Bhugol Bhari.'' Synopsis The book contains nineteen anecdotes in essay form. The anecdotes consist of various experiences and various people whom Sayan has met in his lifetime. It consists of various stories from his life such as failing the SLC examination and working for 18 hours a day in South Korea for thirty months. The theme of the essays in the book ranges from the author's growing pains to commentary on various societal evils. Themes The theme of the essays in the book ranges from the author's growing pains to commentary on various societal evils. The social inequality, patriarchy, discrimination on the basis of gender, class and caste are ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Padmashree Sahitya Puraskar
''Padmashree Sahitya Puraskar'' () is an annual literary prize in Nepali literature, presented by ''Khemlal-Harikala Lamichhane Samaaj Kalyan Pratisthan''. The award is given to a book that has provided a great contribution in the field of Nepali literature. This award is given alongside Padmashree Sadhana Samman. History The award was established in 2006 (2063 BS) by writer and businessman Jiba Lamichhane. He founded the organization ''Khemlal-Harikala Lamichhane Samaaj Kalyan Pratisthan'' in honor of his parents''.'' Ganesh Rasik was the first winner of the award. List of Winners and nominations 2021 onwards 2006 – 2020 Monetary Prize The winner of the honor was rewarded with रु100,000 initially. It was then increased to रु200,000. Since 2076 BS, the prize money is रु300,000. Since the honor was given to two writers in 2071, 2067 and 2066 each, the prize money was divided in half. Controversy The award was cancelled for the year 2076, after writ ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Vikram Samvat
Vikram Samvat ( IAST: ''Vikrama Samvat''; abbreviated VS) or Bikram Sambat B.S. and also known as the Vikrami calendar, is a Hindu calendar historically used in the Indian subcontinent. Vikram Samvat is generally 57 years ahead of Gregorian Calendar, except during January to April, when it is ahead by 56 years. Alongside Nepal Sambat, it is one of the two official calendars used in Nepal. In India, it is used in several states. The traditional Vikram Samvat calendar, as used in India, uses lunar months and solar sidereal years. The Nepali Bikram Sambat introduced in 1901 CE, also uses a solar sidereal year. History A number of ancient and medieval inscriptions used the Vikram Samvat. Although it was reportedly named after the legendary king Vikramaditya, the term "Vikrama Samvat" does not appear in the historical record before the 9th century; the same calendar system is found with other names, such as Krita and Malava. In colonial scholarship, the era was believed to be ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Nawaraj Parajuli
Nawaraj Parajuli ( ne, नवराज पराजुली) is a Nepalese poet. He is best known for popularizing the slam poetry genre in Nepal. In 2017, a collection of his poems titled ''Sagarmatha Ko Gahirai'' was published. His anthology of poetry '' Sagarmatha ko Gahirai'' was awarded the 2017 Padmashree Award by the Khemkala-Harikala Lamichhane Foundation. ''Sagarmatha ko Gahirahi'' was also nominated for the Madan Puraskar award. Biography He was born to father Hari Prasad Parajuli and mother Laxmi Devi Parajuli in 1987 in Jhapa, Nepal. He received an M.Ed. in English Education from Tribhuvan University. Concert tours Parajauli went on a six-city tour of Australia in 2017, accompanied by flutist Samyak Maharjan, guitarist Chet Pun and poet Shuvechchhya Pradhan. At the event in Sydney, the organisers also honoured his contributions to Nepali language and literature. He went on a poetry tour of the United Kingdom in 2018, to support children who were affected during ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Nepalese Rupee
The Nepalese rupee ( ne, रुपैयाँ; symbol: रु; code: NPR) is the official currency of the Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal. The Nepalese rupee is subdivided into 100 ''paisa''. The issuance of the currency is controlled by the Nepal Rastra Bank, the central bank of Nepal. The Nepalese rupee was introduced in 1932 when it replaced the Nepalese mohar at the rate 2:1. The Nepalese rupee (रु) has been pegged to the Indian rupee (₹) at the rate रु1.60 = ₹1 since 1994; prior to this, it had been pegged at the rate रु1.45 = ₹1. History The rupee was introduced in 1932, replacing the silver mohar at a rate of 2 mohar = 1 rupee. At first, the rupee was called the ''Mohru'' in Nepali. The "Bullet paisa" In 1955, 4 Paisa coins were minted, made from rifle cartridge cases from World War II that were used by the Gurkha soldiers who fought against the Imperial Japanese in the Pacific. The coins were produced by removing the primer from the cases ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Antarmanko Yatra
''Antarmanko Yatra'' () is a autobiography written by Jagadish Ghimire. This book won the Madan Puraskar The Madan Puraskar ( ne, मदन पुरस्कार) is a literary honor in Nepal which Madan Puraskar Guthi confers annually for an outstanding book in the Nepali language published within the calendar year. It is considered the most pre ... in 2064 B.S. (2007). See also * '' Khusi'' * '' Khalangama Hamala'' * ''Yaar'' * '' Chhuteka Anuhar'' References {{Nepal-stub 2007 non-fiction books Nepali-language books Madan Puraskar-winning works 21st-century Nepalese books Nepalese biographies Nepalese non-fiction books Nepalese non-fiction literature Nepalese autobiographies ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Khusi
''Khusi'' () is a autobiographical book by Vijay Kumar Pandey. It was published in 2014 by FinePrint Publications and won the prestigious Madan Puraskar that year. The title of the book means happiness in Nepali language. Synopsis Pandey is a Nepalese television presenter. The book depicts his story and is collection of his various experiences. Reception The book won the prestigious Madan Puraskar for 2014. See also * ''Antarmanko Yatra ''Antarmanko Yatra'' () is a autobiography written by Jagadish Ghimire. This book won the Madan Puraskar The Madan Puraskar ( ne, मदन पुरस्कार) is a literary honor in Nepal which Madan Puraskar Guthi confers annually for a ...'' * '' Chhuteka Anuhar'' * ''Yaar'' References {{Nepali literature, state=collapsed Nepalese books 21st-century Nepalese books Nepalese non-fiction books Nepalese non-fiction literature Madan Puraskar-winning works ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Yaar (book)
''Yaar'' () is an autobiographical book by Nepali writer Nayan Raj Pandey. It is the first autobiographical work of the writer whose previous books, ''Loo'' and ''Ulaar'' have been widely popular among Nepali readers. The book was published on January 13, 2018 by FinePrint Publication. The author had been prominent in Nepali literature field for three decades at the time of publication of the book. Background The book depicts the journey of the author from his youthful days to being an established Nepali writer. The book chronicles the memories of his days in media and literature. The book is dedicated to his wife and his friends. Release The book was launched on the premises of Nepal Academy, Kamaladi and was hosted by Shivani Singh Tharu. Award The book won the ''Padmashree Sahitya Puraskar'' for the year 2074 BS (2018). It was also shortlisted for the prestigious '' Madan Puraskar'' for the same year. See also * Sallipir * Khusi * Jiwan Kada Ki Phool * Antarmanko ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
21st-century Nepalese Books
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Nepalese Memoirs
Nepali or Nepalese may refer to : Concerning Nepal * Anything of, from, or related to Nepal * Nepali people, citizens of Nepal * Nepali language, an Indo-Aryan language found in Nepal, the current official national language and a language spoken in India * Nepal Bhasa, a Sino-Tibetan language found in Nepal, formerly the official national language * Nepalese literature * Nepalese cuisine * Nepalese culture * Nepali cinema * Nepali music Other uses * ''Nepali'' (film), a 2008 Indian Tamil-language film See also * Nepal (other) * * * Languages of Nepal * Nepal Nepal (; ne, नेपाल ), formerly the Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal ( ne, सङ्घीय लोकतान्त्रिक गणतन्त्र नेपाल ), is a landlocked country in South Asia. It is mai ... is a south Asian country with a population of nearly 30 million. {{disambiguation Language and nationality disambiguation pages ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Padmashree Sahitya Puraskar-winning Works
Padma Shri ( IAST: ''padma śrī''), also spelled Padma Shree, is the fourth-highest civilian award of the Republic of India, after the Bharat Ratna, the Padma Vibhushan and the Padma Bhushan. Instituted on 2 January 1954, the award is conferred in recognition of "distinguished contribution in various spheres of activity including the arts, education, industry, literature, science, acting, medicine, social service and public affairs". It is awarded by the Government of India every year on India's Republic Day. History Padma Awards were instituted in 1954 to be awarded to citizens of India in recognition of their distinguished contribution in various spheres of activity including the arts, education, industry, literature, science, acting, medicine, social service and public affairs. It has also been awarded to some distinguished individuals who were not citizens of India but did contribute in various ways to India. The selection criteria have been criticised in some quarter ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
