Akhanda Bhandari to release his first novel

KATHMANDU, Aug 23: Journalist Akhanda Bhandari is all geared up to release his first novel, ‘Malaya Express’, on the first week of September this year.



Speaking at the pre-launch of the book held at Indreni Food Land, Baneshwor on Friday, Bhandari mentioned, “Malaya Express is a pure reflection of the woes of Nepali society post 11 years of civil war. Coerced to carry guns at the learning age, and left with nothing but haunting memories of the war, many Nepali youths were left economically stranded, as jobs became out of their reach. With such economical pressure, their only alternative was working in a foreign nation.” Explaining its consequence in the novel, he added, “The book sheds light on the bitter truth of foreign employment and discusses on the alternatives of alleviating such emigrating trend.”[break]



With the launch of Malaya Express, publishers Yamburi Book Point will be introducing amendments in their publishing style, making book publishing even more systematic. The book will be published across three countries: Malayasia, Qatar and UAE, with different editions.



The event marked the presence of Dr-Sushil Koirala, the initiator of Rose Movement Campaign, who expressed his gratification over the idea of the book that encourages the youths to return to their nation and live a peaceful life. Promoting his motto of sharing peace, he distributed roses to all the attendants of the event.



Time for coffee!

KATHMANDU, Aug 23

Himalayan Bud Coffee House is easy to spot. Get to the Century Bank at New Road and you will see the one-year old coffee house on the ground floor. Open from 10 am till 8 pm, the eatery also offers an assortment of food items that most of us love- French fries, pasta, momo, cheese balls and so forth. You can sip on your coffee and can also go for the pastries available. The prices on the items are reasonable and range from Rs 59 (for an Espresso). Rs 300 will be enough for a coffee and some munchies.

You can also be a part of their event, Coffee Modern Meditation, which takes place every Saturday from 1 to 2 pm. Today, it will start from 12:30 pm and go on till 2 pm.

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