Smita Thapa, my daughter, and Kantipur media house

…Minority knowledgeables thought Smita as a very courageous, frank, fearless, and revolutionary woman…

If, I am sure I am right, I don’t care what others say about me. But, when I am in doubt, I start seeking palatable excuses to prove myself right! That is what Saptahik is doing by publishing the following article.

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click here to go to the article in Kantipur website. (update in March 2015, the link is dead and is removed)
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Nepali Movie – Kartavya

Nepali Film – Kartavya
Starring – , Niruta Singh, Dilip Rayamajhi, Nikhil Upreti, Sajja Mainali, Sunil Thapa, Sushil Pokharel, Subhadra Adhikari etc.
DirectorNarayan Puri

In Nepali movie ‘Kartavya’ Sunil Thapa is featured in a guest role. The movie is a presentation of Bhanu Maharjhan and Ratna Ghola for BR Films.
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Analysis – Journalist Code of Conduct 2003 (2060)

ethics I had raised the issue of ethics and code of conduct of Nepali journalists more than once. As promised previously, I went through the Nepali Journalis’ Federation (FNJ) website, in the quest of journalist code of ethics and conduct.

According to FNJ website, apart from the National Broadcasting Act, 1993 there is no legal provision to define the journalism practice in Nepal. FNJ has posted a very crude Code of Conduct in the same page.

The Code of Conduct doesn’t talk about copyright (oh my!), has a lot of obvious mistakes, and is in English (not in Nepali).

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Happy Birthday Gyanendra …

Gyanendra Shah, the past king of Nepal, celebrated his 64th birthday and many wished him a happy birthday. The photo below features people in line to wish the former king birthday wishes.

A facebook user, Anand Agrawal, posted the photo above and the comment on it really makes sense:

People can do what ever they like in democracy, …. But why are these kids in that line to greet Ex-King Gyanendra, …. kids are suffering under the SUN, and at the same time the Teacher on the line
is wearing umbrella!! what a foolish scene, and teachers of that school.

Yes, it can only happen in Nepal.

Journalism Ethics, Maya Bazin, Smita Thapa, and Kantipur

UPDATE: One of the admins of the site hosting Maya’s video has replied to our question about the background of Maya Bazin. Here is what they have to say:

She’s a |**rn girl. That’s why she’s lying. Most girls don’t want to give away their real background so she made something up. ….

I hope the editors in Saptahik have learned the lesson.


Last time, when the infamous sex tape of Namrata Shrestha was covered in various media, BBC Nepali initiated a discussion on the Journalist ethics and responsibility. At that time many media houses, including Kantipur publication, choose to ignore the issue and acted as if the scandal didn’t happen.

The time has changed. It seems, Kantipur is regretting the noble decision it made at that time.

When Kantipur published an interview of an intoxicated and sexually aggressive model/actress, Smita Thapa, we questioned its real purpose. A latest front-page article about a sex film actress, Maya Bazin, has made the interview of Smita Thapa insignificant to talk about.

As far as I know, it is illegal to make or sell sex films in Nepal. Such act is punishable by law. Does that make it illegal to create undue interest on such films in general public? I hope, the law pundits will answer the question in comment.

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Miss Nepal 2010 to get a Car

There is one more reason to participate in this year’s Miss Nepal. The Dabur Special Miss Nepal 2010 title and crown winner will also take home a Chery QQ3 car. Hidden Treasure, the organizer of the beauty pageant, in a press release has also announced that the submission dates for the applications has been extended to July 16, 2010.

The Hidden Treasure, Dabur Nepal and Bama Motors have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the gift car for the Dabur Special Miss Nepal 2010. The first runners-up will receive a Mahindra scooter.

The winner of Miss Nepal will represent Nepal in the Miss World Pageant in Vietnam and the first runner-up will represent Miss Earth Pageant to be held in Philippines.

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Miss Ecollege Talent Show 2010 on July 9

Season Media is going to organize Miss Ecollege 2010 Talent Show on Ashad 25, 2067 (July 9, 2010) in Kathmandu. The event will be held at the Nepal Tourism Board auditorium in Bhrikuti Mandap, Kathmandu.

The talent show is organized to include Plus two and Intermediate level students from various colleges in Nepal. There will be a participation of 30 girls from all over Nepal.

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Paris Hilton, World Cup, Rovero, and marijuana

Rumors follow Paris Hilton…

And, it was the World Cup in South Africa where she was told to be arrested after the match between Brazil and Netherlands‎.

When the news of her arrest spread like wild fire, Paris told in her Twitter post – “Everything is fine guys. I had nothing to do with it…”

Hey guys, there’s a lot of crazy rumors going around. Just want you all to know the truth. Everything is completely fine. I was not charged or arrested, cause I didn’t do anything. I was assisting the police with the investigation and answering their questions. Everyone was super nice and friendly to me. I love South Africa! Such an amazing place, especially during The World Cup! Hope that clears everything up. Love you guys, thanks for your concern. Xoxo P

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Miss Tamang 2010 is Sammi Bhoju

Sammi Bhoju of Kathmandu was crowned Miss Tamang 2010 held on Saturday, July 03, 2010 in Rastriya Nachghar, Kathmandu. There were 30 participants to beat for the crown.

The winner of the third Miss Tamang received Rs. 25,000 in cash, crown, and various gifts. Sammi was also awarded the Best Dressed and Viewer’s Choice awards. The First runner-up of the event was Shanti Waiba of Kabhre who received Rs. 15,000 in cash, crown and trophy. The second runner-up, Manila Pakhrin received Rs. 10,000 in cash, crown, and trophy.

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ITC Info Fair – Robot and Cheap Netbook (video)

This year’s Info Fair was a bit different from previous years. In contrast to most of the public events where political leaders inaugurate the events, the Info Fair was inaugurated by a robot on Thursday, July 1. The robot started the Fair by cutting a red ribbon on the entrance of the Info Fair location in Bhrikuti Mandap.

The technology fair made news previously when the organizers announced a $88 laptop (netbook), the stall of which, attracted the most number of visitors.

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Nepali Movie – Aghosit Yuddha

Nepali Film – Aghosit Yuddha
Cast: Shiva Shrestha, Puran Joshi, Melina Manandhar, Rajendra Dahal, Rajani Sharma, Kamala Acharya, Rajan Joshi, Rajkumar Koirala etc.
Director – Madan Das Shrestha

Story by Rajendra Dahal, background music by Shadow, action by NB Maharjan, script / dialogue by Brajesh Khanal, cinematography / editing by Raju Mahandar and produced by Rajendra Joshi.

Watch full movie in two parts:
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Is Nikhil Upreti getting a bit too much attention?

It is no doubt, Nikhil Upreti is a good actor. But, with the latest issue of marriage with Sanchita Luitel and aggressive response of his legal wife Kopila Upreti, Nikhil is making news every now and then.

Lately, Nikhil has made news when he showed up in Nepal after his extensive stay in Mumbai. Kantipur published a photo with, a bit more than required, details of his appearance in today’s paper. Attached is the clipping of full news.

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A peon is the air trafficking officer in an airport in Nepal

Yes, it can only happen in Nepal!

An office boy, an attendant, or a person kept around for odd jobs – called ‘peon’ in Nepal is taking over the responsibility of the Air Trafficking Officer in one of the airports in Nepal. Government newspaper, Gorkhapatra reported that the peon is performing the job of air traffic controller due to the lack of human resource at the airport.

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