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Nepal Electricity Authority in deep trouble While most of the state-owned enterprises are struggling to sustain themselves, there was positive news from the Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA). The state-owned power utility has maintained steady profit for eight consecutive years, significantly reducing leakage to 12.73%. It has stated that it limited electricity theft and technical losses to approximately 12.73 percent in the last fiscal years. However, barely eight years ago, the NEA faced a leakage rate of 25.78 percent. The success of NEA should serve lessons to all other state enterprises to ensure that they not only serve the people, but also stand as a commercially viable entity. The success of NEA is largely attributed to its Managing Director Kulman Ghising, who not only helped end the prolonged load-shedding crisis in the country, but also transformed NEA as an organization, paving the path to even start exporting Nepal’s surplus electricity to India and Bangladesh. One key l...

Nutritional values of walnuts The history of walnuts can be traced back to ancient Persia, where they were once meant for royalty Walnuts have been considered valuable throughout history, but why? Although walnuts are high in calories, they are also extremely nutritious with a variety of health benefits: 1. Heart health Walnuts are a great source of alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), an omega-3 fatty acid that is important for reducing inflammation. In fact, it is the only nut significantly high in these omega-3 fatty acids. Their anti-inflammatory compounds may reduce the risk of heart disease. 2. Brain health Studies have shown that the antioxidants and anti-inflammatory polyphenols (compounds) found in walnuts may improve brain function and slow mental decline that occurs with aging. Cognitive functions include your memory and ability to think. 3. Gut health Bacteria and microbes in your intestines and gut are also essential to your health. Research shows walnuts can impr...

Chest pain: heart attack or gastritis? Heart attack and Gastritis (heartburn) both cause chest pain. So, people often get confused the two whenever they feel some kind of pain in their chest. Knowing the difference between the two can save the people from any potential disaster.   We can know whether we are suffering from gastritis or having a heart attack by observing the following symptoms.   Gastritis: The burning sensation caused by gastritis starts from the upper part of the stomach. Gradually, this burning sensation radiates up to the chest. In some cases, the acid even rises up to the level of the mouth. In such cases, one also feels a sour taste and burning sensation in the throat.   Heart Attack: A heart attack involves a sudden pain in the centre or the left side of the chest. The pain is accompanied by an uncomfortable sensation . This sensation can either be squeezing or pressure. Along with the chest, one also feels discomfort in the shoulders...