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Mero Kitta launched – An online digital map print service

Landowners no longer need to go to the survey office to get a printed map for the purpose of building a home, constructing buildings, or buying and selling after the launch of ‘Mero Kitta.’

The Ministry of Land Management, Cooperatives, and Poverty Alleviation’s Department of Surveying and Mapping has begun offering online services as of today.

At a formal ceremony held at the survey department on Thursday, Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli switched on automated software related to land administration, officially launching the device.

With the aim of providing services online, the department has launched Nepal Land Information System (NeLIS) and Mero Kitta today.

Through the ‘Nepal Land Information System,’ the government will provide map printing, field book printing, and other services to clients right from their homes.

According to the government, the program was started to make survey office services more technologically friendly, hassle-free, efficient, fast, and successful.

The government, according to Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli, has been concentrating on attracting new investment and technology.

“Both offices are identical. Prime Minister Oli said, “We have changed the way we operate.”

The Mero Kitta program, according to Shivamaya Tumbahangphe, Land Management, Cooperative and Poverty Alleviation, has been launched to eliminate delays at the Land Revenue and Survey Office.

He explained that the Land Revenue and Survey Office’s decision to implement a paperless program is in line with the government’s Digital Nepal initiative.

Teknarayan Pandey, Secretary at the Ministry of Land Management, Cooperatives, and Poverty Alleviation, stated that the online service was launched to eliminate the requirement of queuing in the real estate sector.

Secretary Pandey said, “The current migration trend must resolve the problem of providing clients with services from every local Land Revenue and Survey Office.” “Real estate transactions can be completed over the internet.”

He explained that for digital verification, you must often be present, otherwise it would be done online.

18 of the 126 survey offices around the country are yet to go online.

According to the government, all offices will be able to provide online services and conduct business by the end of the year.

According to Pandey, the ministry has begun work on making it possible to view the entire history of land on the internet.

Institutional transactions, banks, and even small businesses can conduct business online, according to him.

Prakash Joshi, Director General of the Survey Department, said that the service would be available in the survey offices of Kalanki, Dilli Bazaar, and Bhaktapur starting today. It will be available in the offices of Chabahil, Lalitpur, Manmaiju, Tokha, and Saankhu within a day or two.

What is Mero Kitta? How to get Mero Kitta service?

Mero Kitta is a web application that allows you to access some of the services offered by survey offices through the internet from anywhere.

Map printing, plot register printing, field book printing, and field drawing application can all be achieved with the Mero Kitta method. To use the Mero Kitta scheme, clients must have a land ownership certificate and citizenship.

To get the service, ordinary users must go to Mero Kitta’s website and fill out an online application in the specified format. The OTP code is sent to the registered mobile number after the application is submitted. For the duration of the service, the code is needed.

After verifying the service details with the offices, all information about the revenue sum to be billed is collected via SMS.

Clients must have a mobile number and an OTP on the connect IPS platform in order to pay the revenue sum. Payment can also be made via banks using an online voucher provided by the system.

Following payment, a digital copy of the map will be imported from the offices, and details will be sent to the smartphone. To obtain the chart, the client must download it within seven days using the registered mobile number and the office’s OTP.

January 3, 2023
Meroshare App : Invest and Transfer Shares Through App

CDS and Clearing Limited (CDSC) has launched a mobile app for the investors of the stock market in Nepal. The currently available web portal for it is shifting as Meroshare app now.

CDSC has done an internal test of the app and has successfully passed it. After the success of the internal test, it is being released for the general public today. CDSC has informed that the application will be made public by holding a press conference this evening.

In the first stage, the app is being made public only for Android users. It will be available to download through the Android play store. CDSC has informed that the iOS version of the app is on the way to the market soon.

Until now, Meroshare’s stock software has been operating as a web-based portal. After this launch, you’ll be able to do the IPO investments, share transfers, view your portfolio, etc. from the app itself. The app will have all the services currently available from the web-based meroshare portal.

The company had been facing backlash after the website crashed frequently in times of having high user requests. After shifting to app, this problem is expected to be resolved.

Download mero share app here : Meroshare App Beta

January 3, 2023
There are eight things you should do to ensure that your laptop lasts as long as possible in Nepal

Laptops are far more convenient than desktop computers for the majority of people. The majority of people nowadays work on laptop computers. A good laptop can be as powerful as you want it to be, which is why there are so many high-priced models available.

Because a laptop is more expensive to replace, it is critical to understand how to properly care for it. Because you can take your laptop almost anywhere, it can withstand far more abuse than you might think. Today, we’ll give you a list of things you can do to make sure your laptop lasts a long time, especially if you’re in Nepal.

1. Ensure proper routine care

Without a doubt, this is the most crucial factor in ensuring that your laptop lasts a long time. Always be cautious when leaving your laptop unattended. Make sure it’s not in the vicinity of children or pets, and that it’s not facing the sun. Maintaining proper routine care is essential. Drinks and food should not be consumed in close proximity to the laptop. Holding the laptop by the screen is never a good idea. Maintaining a comfortable temperature for the laptop is essential, as is keeping it away from any electrical appliances.

2. Protect in a bag

It’s very likely that your laptop will accompany you on your travels, so it’s critical to keep it safe at all times. It is strongly advised that you purchase a suitable carry bag. Stacking items on top of the laptop should be avoided because it can damage the laptop’s components. Also, take good care of the screen. People frequently forget to place items on the laptop’s keyboard before closing the lid, which can cause the screen to crack. Always remember not to put anything on the keyboard in the first place. Slamming the lid shut could also damage the laptop.

3. Keep the laptop clean

If you’re working and carrying your laptop around, a lot of dirt, hair, dirt, and crumbs, to name a few, can get into it. This is potentially damaging to your laptop and will degrade its performance. Gunk can obstruct the fan’s ability to do its job, as well as affect the laptop’s temperature. It is always preferable to avoid allowing the gunk into the laptop in the first place. This is why you should keep drinks and foods away from your laptop. When you are not using the laptop, it is a good idea to close it and place it inside the case. Finally, some gunk is unavoidable, so it’s a good idea to clean your laptop with the right tools or take it to a professional when necessary.

4. Keep it clean inside

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If your laptop has a hard drive, defragmenting it once every two months can improve the laptop’s performance. Keeping it clean on the inside also entails deleting any unnecessary files, folders, or apps. By freeing up space on your laptop and reducing the amount of work your hard drive has to do, you can improve its performance and reduce the amount of work it has to do.

5. Avoid overheating

A computer that is kept cool will always last longer. When you’re using your laptop, make sure there’s enough airflow. It is best to avoid using a laptop in bed or on the carpet. Using a pillow as padding should also be avoided because it can obstruct the laptop’s air vents. A cooling fan is recommended because it raises the laptop off the desk and has built-in fans that allow for better airflow. Limiting the number of programs you run can also help keep your laptop from overheating. You can always enable power-saving mode for normal use.

6. Run a virus scan

We spend a lot of time on the internet and download a lot of information. Along with downloading the things we require, we may unwittingly download malware or spyware. They’re a common cause of laptop sluggishness. A virus scan can help you identify the source of your slow computer and prevent malware attacks from occurring. Your browser selection can also aid in malware protection.

7. Taking care of the battery

The battery is an important component of your laptop and serves as the power source for it. In order to extend the battery’s life, it must be properly cared for. Make sure the batteries are kept at room temperature at all times. If you’re going to store your laptop for a few days, it’s best to keep the battery half charged rather than fully charged or uncharged. It goes without saying that you should not leave your laptop plugged in overnight.

8. Upgrade

Your laptop’s performance will gradually deteriorate over time. Instead of purchasing a new laptop, you can upgrade the parts in your current one, which can significantly improve the usability and performance of your machine. Hardware components that affect the performance of the laptop, such as fans, hard drives, and batteries, can be upgraded or replaced. You can upgrade your laptop’s hard drive and RAM, which will improve its speed, performance, and lifespan.

January 3, 2023
7 Essential Productivity Apps for Your MacBook

We spend an already alarming amount of time on our trusty computers, whether for personal projects, school, or work. According to a study released in January 2020 by Hootsuite and We Are Social, the average internet user spends 6 hours and 43 minutes per day online. After a year, the number has risen to 7 hours, or slightly more than two days out of the week.

Two complete days of video conferencing, emails, downloading, sports, and social media equals a lot of work. We are becoming increasingly dependent on our devices as we explore new ways to communicate, learn, and work from home. And, as long as the new standard is interactive, we’ll continue to spend a significant portion of our lives—and a significant number of hours—online.

There are several ways to mentally equip yourself if you want to make the most of your time and remain productive. A big part of the trick is how smart you use your computer.

You may be familiar with Apple’s practical and high-performance approach to its devices if you own a MacBook. The MacBook is a prime example of Apple’s range of products, with a system that seems to be made for efficiency and speed, responsiveness, and a sleek, classic style at its heart.

There’s always a lot more you can do with your MacBook to increase your productivity. Using the collaboration capabilities of the Apple ecosystem to your advantage. Adding a couple of applications to your experience will also help you make fast and painless repairs.

Though there are several choices, we’ve picked a few of the best productivity applications for Mac.

1. Bear

There are several note-taking applications that are better than others. Give Bear a shot if you prefer a simple, clutter-free interface and want something more advanced than the built-in Notes app. Its straightforward features allow fast note-taking on the go, which is ideal for capturing eureka moments. It has a variety of themes to choose from and in-line styling choices. Users may refer to notes by using cross-note connections, which are brilliant. A cross-device syncing feature is included in the premium edition.

2. Things

Things is a great task management app, particularly if you follow the Getting Things Done (GTD) process. Things is a well-designed app with a strong and intuitive interface. Things promises a lot just by looking at it. It has subtle animations and an amazing dark mode feature. It goes a step further than to-do lists by allowing you to create assignments for your goals, use tags to more easily identify your activities, and display your calendar events all at once.

3. Magnet

Magnet is a productivity tool that organizes your workspace into clean, clutter-free windows. Magnet is an easy, no-delay solution for window management on Apple devices. Magnet can snap windows to almost any arrangement that works for you, whether it’s a vertical tile or a three-way split screen, and it’s enabled through keyboard shortcuts or the menu bar. It removes the need to switch between apps and provides additional customization options.

4. Airmail

Airmail is a mail client that consolidates accounts, making going through your mail a breeze. It is simple to use, fast, and efficient. It also allows you to make tasks and notes directly from your emails.

5. Alfred

Productivity is at your fingertips with this all-in-one assistant. This powerful admin tool saves time and effort (especially for repetitive tasks) by streamlining the workflow. To fill in the gaps, Alfred is open. Use hotkeys to scan your computer and background, Snippets and Clipboard History to save hours of typing, and Powerpack to import or build workflows. Alfred intelligently channels your power and assists you in getting the most out of your device—you can even use it to browse your iTunes library!

6. Focus

Focus is the best way to ensure your efficiency. This witty app lets you complete one task at a time, free of distractions. Learn about its distinguishing characteristics, such as Focus Sessions, which are close to the Pomodoro technique. Its straightforward, user-friendly nature complements the company’s overall philosophy of holding your focus where it belongs: on the content.

7. Ulysses

If you enjoy writing, you’ll need a similarly powerful tool to get you started. Ulysses is a user-friendly and highly customizable writing app with features such as a markup-based text editor, keyboard navigation, and a tidy, clutter-free interface that will keep you focused on your writing. Another fantastic feature of this app is that it allows you to set writing targets, such as word and character counts, so you can keep track of your success.

These effective tools will certainly boost efficiency, but keep in mind that working smart still entails working at your best. Check out the following hints to remain productive:

Break down your objectives into manageable chunks. Recognize the big picture of your objectives, but also the little steps you’ll need to take to get there.
One job at a time should be your main focus. Try not to get distracted when you’re working and give each job the attention it deserves.

Working in a safe setting is beneficial to your health. Not only your screen, but also your physical work environment, has a significant impact on your productivity. A better atmosphere is one that has plenty of natural light and ventilation, as well as enough space.

Pause for a moment to catch your breath. Avoiding burnout is a part of productivity. Make time to relax in between tasks.

There’s no foolproof way to increase your efficiency, but with a little commitment and the right resources, you’ll be one step closer to meeting that deadline, achieving that target, and spending more time on the things that matter to you.

January 3, 2023
The Cryptocurrency debate: Is legitimacy necessary?

Cryptocurrency, or “decentralized electronic currency,” is gaining popularity around the world these days. Last January, Nepal’s neighbor India published a “National Strategy on Blockchain” to regulate the technology. However, such currencies and transactions are absolutely prohibited in Nepal.

On the Internet recently, there has been a lot of discussion and information concerning cryptocurrencies. However, in Nepal, a correct understanding of this has yet to be created. Many people have heard of Bitcoin and have a basic knowledge of it. People, on the other hand, seemed to comprehend that ‘cryptocurrency’ means ‘bitcoin,’ and that ‘bitcoin,’ in turn, means ‘cryptocurrency.’ Not only the general people, but also the Nepal Rastra Bank, appears to believe this.

On the 13th of August 2017, the NRB issued a statement claiming that ‘Bitcoin transactions are unlawful in Nepal.’ This, however, has no bearing on other cryptocurrency coins.

Cryptocurrency and Bitcoin

According to CoinMarketCap, there are already over 10,000 cryptocurrencies in circulation around the world. Bitcoin, the first cryptocurrency, is the most valued and widely used. A Japanese programmer invented Bitcoin in 2009.

Thousands of cryptocurrencies, such as Bitcoin, are now available around the world. Ethereum, Polkadot, Ripple, and Dogecoin are examples of cryptocurrencies. In Nepal, however, the belief that Bitcoin is the only cryptocurrency is widespread.

Is it due to a lack of awareness or carelessness?

All economic transactions in Nepal are regulated by the Nepal Rastra Bank. The bank’s policy capacity is called into doubt by its statement on Bitcoin, which is also the guardian of banks, financial institutions, and digital service providers in the country.

Foreign exchange transactions can only be carried out with a license from the Rastra Bank, according to Nepalese legislation. Money must be remitted abroad to trade and invest in bitcoin. The NRB’s declaration on Bitcoin, which came after it was proclaimed that moving money overseas without permission is prohibited, appears to have caused even greater confusion among the people. Is it allowed to invest in other coins? This is an intriguing question that occurs.

Investing possibilities

The worldwide media has recently reported on persons who have made millions of dollars by investing in cryptocurrency.

Two weeks ago, it was reported that a high-ranking Gold Sachs employee had resigned after earning tens of millions of dollars using DogeCoin. Similarly, word circulated quickly that a 25-year-old American had become a millionaire at such a young age by investing in Bitcoin. While its investment and business are growing in Europe and the United States, as well as in India, it is outlawed in Nepal.

At first look, Bitcoin does not appear to be a viable investment option in Nepal, where it is prohibited to transmit money overseas without the approval of the central bank. However, based on posts and statuses on social media and in groups, it appears that a significant quantity of money is being traded surreptitiously from Nepal.

Nepalis are investing in several ways, such as through the creation of websites, peer-to-peer transactions, or through friends and relatives residing abroad. People that invest in cryptocurrencies join groups on social media sites such as Facebook, WhatsApp, and Viber to trade it. Transactions, on the other hand, are not readily apparent because it is against the law.

Limitation of the declaration of illegality to paper

Many business operations that have been declared illegal by Nepalese law have not been stopped by the government. It doesn’t matter if it’s betting, Hundi, or e-commerce.

The indifference of stakeholders, despite the fact that the government’s policies and judgments are limited to paper, and the knowledge that comes out in pieces about these transactions that are done invisibly, is astounding.

Khalti, a digital service provider, alerted the Rastra Bank in April, requesting an investigation into the transaction statements of roughly a thousand users on suspicion of betting. However, the NRB has yet to take any action or make any statements in this regard.

Similarly, despite the fact that the Hundi business of transporting money from Nepal to foreign countries is unlawful, it appears that no action has been taken. Similarly, the Nepal Rastra Bank and the government appear to be on the same page when it comes to Bitcoin.

Is it important to have legitimacy?

This can be viewed from two angles. The world’s most powerful economies have endorsed cryptocurrencies, proclaiming it to be the currency of the future. Cryptocurrencies are being used to pay for restaurant bills, Netflix subscriptions, Tesla cars, and even sports tickets in some regions.

Its instantaneous legitimacy is unthinkable in Nepal, where moving money overseas is a crime. However, if Nepalese policymakers can interpret cryptocurrencies and Bitcoin differently in the near future, it may obtain legitimacy.

Trading in cryptocurrencies, which resembles stock market transactions, is less expensive than trading in fiat money (rupee, dollar, euro, pound, etc.) since cryptocurrency transfers do not require the use of a third party (bank). Without the need of a third party, money can be sent from anywhere in Nepal to anywhere in the world.

Cryptocurrency transactions are made feasible via blockchain technology. As a result, there is no need for a third party to complete the transaction. As a result, transactions are simple, secure, and rapid.

How do the transactions take place?

By opening a TMS account, you can purchase and sell cryptocurrency in the same manner you can buy and sell stocks (on the stock market). Buying and selling takes place on a variety of platforms. It can be traded on sites such as Binance, Crypto.com, Robinhood, Etoro, and Coinbase, for example.

To store this, you’ll need a crypto wallet. The use of blockchain technology is thought to be safe and dependable. To put it another way, transactions on the platforms can be compared to money kept in eSewa, and using a crypto wallet to make bank account deposits.

January 3, 2023

ISP Toll-Free Numbers in Nepal

The Nepal Telecommunications Authority (NTA) has made toll-free numbers mandatory for Internet Service Providers (ISPs) in Nepal. This means that, sooner or later, every ISP will need their own toll-free number. To summarize, toll free numbers are phone numbers that can be used to contact Nepal’s Internet Service Providers for free.

ISPs must hold toll-free numbers for efficient customer care, assistance, and internet supply maintenance, according to NTA guidelines. Furthermore, toll-free numbers can boost not only internet access but also customer service. Furthermore, with toll-free numbers, consumers would be able to openly and conveniently express their dissatisfactions, suggestions, and questions.

We’ve compiled a list of toll-free numbers for some of Nepal’s most popular Internet service providers.

ISPs	Toll free numbers
Nepal Doorsanchar Company Ltd. \| Nepal Telecom	1498, 198
Worldlink Communications Ltd.	166001-55050
Subisu Cablenet Pvt. Ltd.	166001-59999
Classic Tech Pvt. Ltd.	16600150999
Vianet Communication Pvt. Ltd.	16600188444

Nepal Doorsanchar Company Ltd. | Nepal Telecom Toll-free Number

Nepal Doorsanchar Company Ltd., widely known as NTC or Nepal Telecom, is the prestigious telecommunication service provider in Nepal. Along with telecom, the company is also a famous internet service provider. It’s contact details are:

NTC Toll-free number: 1498, 198
Head office: 977-1-4210106, Kathmandu
Email: ntc.cco@ntc.net.np

Worldlink Communications Ltd. Toll-free number

Worldlink is one of the renowned and largest internet and network service providers in Nepal. The company has been providing quality internet services. In addition to this, its services are ever-improving. But things aren’t perfect forever, that’s when the need to contact them comes in. Their contact details are:

Worldlink Toll-free number:166001-55050(NTC)
Head office: 977-9801523050 (Ncell) & 977-01-5970050 (NTC), Jawalakhel, Lalitpur
Email: info@worldlink.com.np

Subisu Cablenet Pvt. Ltd. Toll free number

Subisu is another prestigious ISP in Nepal. Initially, the company served as a cable & fiber internet and Digital TV service provider. With this been said, Subisu becomes a multi-tasker. To contact Subisu:

Subisu Toll free number:166001-59999
Head office: 01-4429616, Baluwatar, Kathmandu
Email: info@subisu.net.np

Classic Tech Pvt. Ltd. Toll-free Number

Classic Tech is another competitive internet and network service provider in Nepal. Moreover, it is a licensed company to provide trustworthy customer service to its users. It’s contact details are:

Classic Tech Toll-free number: 16600150999
Head office: 9801006633, New Baneshwor, Kathmandu
Email: info@classic.com.np

Vianet Communication Pvt. Ltd. Toll-free number

Vianet is one of the leading internet and TV service providers in Nepal. Since very long, the company has been serving people with high end internet service. And even today, you’ll find people appreciating it’s internet quality and speed. To contact them:

Vianet Toll free number: 16600188444
Head office: 01-5970444, Jawalakhel, Lalitpur
Email: support@vianet.com.np

Additionally, the list of other ISPs with their toll free numbers are as follows:

Other ISPs	Toll free numbers
Broad Band Nepal Pvt. Ltd.	166071-52004 (For NTC users)
Techminds Networks Pvt. Ltd.	16605651222 (For NT Users), 9801575666 (For Ncell Users)
East Link Technology Pvt. Ltd.	166001-95985
Sky Broadband Pvt. Ltd.	166001-58887
Himalayan Online Services Pvt. Ltd.	16600149520
Arrow Net Pvt. Ltd.	16600142222
Metrolink Business Group Pvt. Ltd.	16607156222
Big Marshyangdi Net Pvt. Ltd.	9801565666
Prabhu Digital Ltd.	16600178999, 980157199
Mercantile Communication Pvt. Ltd.	16600100822
Super Eight Network Pvt. Ltd.	9801575750
Infonet Communication Pvt. Ltd.	1660774002
Unified Communication Pvt. Ltd.	16602358666
Broadlink Communication Pvt. Ltd.	9801571235
TechMinds Network Pvt. Ltd.	16605651222, 9801575666
Ultra Net Communication Pvt. Ltd.	16601166729
Web Network Pvt. Ltd	16607156555
First Link Communications Pvt. Ltd.	16602358555
Everest Wireless Network Pvt. Ltd.	9801571005 ( For NCELL users), 16608352003
Simpal Media Network Pvt. Ltd. (SIMTV )	9801544000
Mahakali Digital Network Pvt. Ltd.	1660017899 (For NTC users), 9801571999 (For NCELL users)
Shangrila Informatics Pvt. Ltd.	16600102725
Sustainable Networks Pvt. Ltd.	16600119335
Loop Networks Pvt. Ltd.	9801571570
Kriti Darshan Media Pvt. Ltd.	16602558558
Dish Home Pvt. Ltd.	16600122000
Super Sitapaila Net.Pvt. Ltd.	16600162222
Web Surfer Nepal Communications System Pvt. Ltd.	16600170222
Lumbini Max Digital Cable Net Pvt. Ltd.	16607156333
Meta Link Pvt. Ltd.	16600194541
Acme Technical Institute Pvt. Ltd.	16607852010
WiFi HD Nepal Pvt. Ltd.	9801567779
VNS Technology Pvt. Ltd.	16604152980
Zishan Networks Pvt. Ltd.	16605552786
Interweb Network Pvt. Ltd.	16606156900
City Net Pvt. Ltd.	16600193330
K.C.N. Net Pvt. Ltd.	16600115000
Net Max Technologies Pvt. Ltd.	16600156666
Cherry World Communication Pvt. Ltd.	9801571266
Waling Internet Pvt. Ltd.	16606342003
Max Net Solution Pvt. Ltd.	9801574040
Prime Network Pvt. Ltd.	16605651245
Limpid ICT Solution Pvt. Ltd.	16600164186
Regmi Media INC. Pvt. Ltd.	16607152001
Rapid Unique Network Pvt. Ltd.	16606552002
Infocom Pvt. Ltd.	16600185000
Simrik Internet Pvt. Ltd.	16606156780
Smart Link Network Pvt. Ltd.	16600100108
LNT Infotech Pvt. Ltd.	16606152020
Next Geekers Pvt. Ltd.	16600180444
Life Net Pvt. Ltd.	16608352007, 9801571888
Neo Link Pvt. Ltd.	16608852305
Bihunkot Internet Pvt. Ltd.	16606852009
Nepalink Communication Pvt. Ltd.	9801571100
I zone Pvt. Ltd.	16602142001
Pathibhara Network Pvt. Ltd.	9801575959
Surkhet cable Net T.V. Pvt. Ltd.	16608352008
Syangia Media Pvt. Ltd.	16606342008
Wifi Tech Nepal Pvt. Ltd.	9801859000, 9801859004
Broadband solutions Pvt. Ltd.	16605651555
Access world Tech Pvt. Ltd.	16600151065
Smart Telecom Pvt. Ltd.	4242/14242
IBSS Nepal Pvt. Ltd.	16600181078
World Fiber Net Pvt. Ltd.	16600107555
Dolfin Net Communication Pvt. Ltd.	9801574100
Pals Network Pvt. Ltd.	16607152002
Fiber world communication Pvt. Ltd.	9801571720, 16607852003
Mithila Digital Nepal Pvt. Ltd.	16600116999
Clean Network Pvt. Ltd.	16603352002

January 3, 2023

How to learn any skills faster in six steps

Practice makes perfect when it comes to skills.

G. I. Joe Fallacy: the idea that knowing is half the battle. It needs to be retired not just from our theories of how the mind works, but also from our practices of trying to shape minds to work better.

Laurie Santos and Tamar Gendler

As a consequence, if you want to achieve an objective, lectures alone will not suffice. You want to be more prepared. Lectures can only help you learn more. It will not provide you with the tools you need to improve your job performance.

Set (realistic) goals!

Your objectives should be SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant and Time-bound).

You can also use the WOOP technique (wish, result, challenge, plan) to set goals and achieve them more quickly.

In his book Originals, Wharton Organizational Psychology Professor Adam Grant suggests that the greatest input comes from fellow creators, not from the audience or managers.

We could all rely more on peer feedback and do a better job saying, “When I’ve got a new idea, I’m not necessarily going to trust my own judgment. But I’m not always going to trust … middle managers who tend to be the most risk-averse and most conservative. I’m going to go to people who are fellow creators.”

Adam Grant

Deliberate practice to learn any skill faster!

Regular practice may be mindless repetitions, whereas deliberate practice requires focused attention and is done with the explicit goal of increasing performance.

Benjamin Franklin’s father chastised him for his poor writing skills when he was a teenager. Franklin made a pledge to himself to improve his prose. He began by reading works by some of the most popular authors of the time. He then rewrote each essay in his own words before comparing it to the original.

World-class violinists only train for 90 minutes a day, but those 90 minutes are spent focusing on areas where they are weak or need to develop. They don’t practice what is easy for them. It’s pointless to do so. Deliberate practice, on the other hand, forces one to step outside of their comfort zone. You’re still focusing on what you need to work on, and once you’ve accomplished it, you move on to more challenging skills. It’s like turning your life into a game.

Choose the mindset required!

Carol Dweck coined the terms “fixed mentality” and “development mindset” to describe people’s beliefs about learning and intellect. Students who believe they can boost their intellect understand that perseverance pays off. As a result, they put forward more effort and commitment, resulting in increased results.

We can change someone’s perspective from fixed to development, according to studies. They become more inspired and do more as we do so. The study of brain plasticity has shown how neuronal communication changes over time. With practice, neural networks form new associations and strengthen old ones.

January 3, 2023
Stock Trading in Nepal – An Introduction

A share is essentially a fraction of a company’s ownership. Purchasing or selling shares entails acquiring or disposing of a portion of the company’s ownership. The stock market, also known as the share market, is a place where you can buy and sell stocks. In order to raise money, public corporations usually sell shares to the public, but the stock market often trades other instruments such as debentures, bonds, and mutual funds.

Dividends are a way for you to get a piece of those companies’ earnings as a shareholder. While share trading is an exciting way to earn money both actively and passively, it is also risky since investors can have to bear the loss if the company fails. As a result, as a novice, it is important that you gain a thorough understanding of the market before investing your money in stocks.

Here is a brief introduction of how you can participate in the game of stock trading.

1. GET STARTED: OPEN A DEMAT ACCOUNT

Opening a dematerialized (DEMAT) account at one of the Depositary Participant (DP) licensed by the Central Depository System and Clearing Limited (CDSC) is a prerequisite to participate in both primary and secondary market. Most commercial banks, merchant bankers and stockbrokers provide such services. If you already own some stocks in your name, then you can give your DP to dematerialize your physical share certificates into dematerialized shares. The DEMAT account is similar to a bank account which debits and credits the shares you sell or purchase. Most DP’s also provide clients with facilities to check their DEMAT account status online as well.

2. KNOW THE MARKET

To get started in the stock market, it is essential to first understand how the market functions. Securities Board of Nepal (www.sebon.gov.np); the sole regulator of the capital market is a useful source for primary information. Its website provides information on various securities laws, investor education, and upcoming public issues amongst others. Similarly, the Nepal Stock Exchange (www.nepalstock.com) the sole secondary market; and its mobile-based application is a great source to get hands-on information. There are many other popular websites that provide constant updates about the capital market such as; Share Sansar and Mero Lagani. Furthermore daily national newspapers, websites of merchant bankers and credit rating agency – icranepal.com – also provide good information.

3. PARTICIPATE IN THE PRIMARY MARKET – APPLY IN PRIMARY OFFERINGS

One of the best opportunities to participate in the capital market is to apply for primary offers in the primary market such as; Initial Public Offering (IPO) or Further Public Offering (FPO). Most companies offer primary issues to the general public at face value of NPR 100 per stock, or at a premium based on their valuations. The risk is lower when you purchase in the primary market as you get an opportunity to buy shares at a lower cost as compared to purchasing those shares in the secondary market once they are listed. Also, look out for opportunities to participate in the primary offering of mutual fund schemes which can be a beginning point.

News about primary issues generally comes out in national newspapers and are widely announced on other media platforms. Once you know the primary issues are out, you can read their prospectus to see their detail information such as; past and projected performance, & management amongst others. You can also look at their credit rating provided by a licensed credit rating agency before making the decision to invest.

4. PARTICIPATE IN THE SECONDARY MARKET– OPEN A TRADING ACCOUNT AT A STOCKBROKER OFFICE

All the stocks offered via the primary market are listed in the secondary market i.e. Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE); currently, there are 231 companies listed in the stock exchange. The secondary market provides the platform to sell the shares you hold or purchase new shares from the market. The share price of these listed companies and the value of NEPSE Index changes every day based on total demand and supply of shares in the market.

If you wish to get involved in the secondary market, you will need to open a transaction account at a stock broker’s office. There are currently 50 stockbrokers licensed by NEPSE while there are a few stock broker offices outside Kathmandu. Once you open an account with a stockbroker, they will provide you with a unique ID code via which all the transactions in your name will be executed.

To make a purchase or sale order you will simply have to call your stock brokers or visit their office to place an order, make sure you have the shares in your DMAT account before you place a sell order to your stockbroker. The stockbroker charges some commission as a brokerage fee for each transaction while you have also have to pay a capital gain tax of 5% if applicable while making sales.

5. STILL CONFUSED- SEEK PROFESSIONAL HELP

If you are still confused and less confident about entering the market or you do not have time, energy and resources, do not worry as there are a number of professional licensed Portfolio Management Companies providing you with a full range of products and services under Portfolio Management Services (PMS). Based on your investment goals and expectations, these portfolio managers develop portfolios matching your risk appetite and invests in the capital markets on your behalf. The portfolio manager charges minimal annual and performance fees while these services offer you the opportunity to grasp the benefits of the capital markets. Moreover, you can also handover your existing portfolio to these portfolio managers for restructuring and further management.

All in all, as the stock market is constantly evolving and getting technical, retail investors are highly advised to seek professional advice and avoid making investments on herd mentality – invest wisely!

January 3, 2023
10 Best Online Jobs in Nepal During Lockdown

The majority of college jobs need you to be physically present at work. We’ve compiled a list of online jobs for students that can be accomplished simply from home during the lockdown to take advantage of some of the benefits that other workers enjoy.

During the COVID-19 lockdown, the best online jobs for students are:

Tutoring through the internet

It’s one of the best and most well-known careers for a high school or college student. Online tutoring allows students and tutors to communicate in real time. It is the future of education, and both the student and the teacher will interact through the app, which includes all of the resources and symbols needed to teach a subject. It is more successful than traditional teaching approaches because it follows the same processes as in the classroom. As an e-tutor, you should have a schedule and materials for your subject. You will be expected to display your work online while instructing. If you’re looking for a job, Tutors.com is a fantastic place to start.

Freelance Writing

If you are adept at recognizing grammar mistakes and writing, this type of employment can appeal to you. People all across the world are benefiting from the availability of freelance jobs. These jobs today offer a wide range of work prospects and tough competition as technological innovation advances. Authors, also known as online workers, are forging a new trend that delivers clarity and de-clutters cluttered work.

Social Media Marketing

You should have at least one or two social media accounts and be conversant with the tasks that may be assigned to you. This job comprises monitoring and administering the Facebook sites of businesses, restaurants, celebrities, and other brands.

Data Entry Operator

In terms of data preparation, PCs are unrivaled; nevertheless, despite their superiority, they struggle to turn transcribed reports into computerized reports. Data entry employees are still in great demand because each organization needs to be sorted out and tracked into what is going on. This is also one of the easiest positions on the list to fill.

Transcription

Computers are improving their capacity to recognize and comprehend human expression, but they despise imperfection. People who can listen to audio and then write words from it are needed in this line of work. Working as an online transcriptionist requires this expertise, and it’s a flexible way to make money from your computer.

Freelance Graphics Designer

Graphic design is one of the most well-known disciplines for outsourcing. Graphic design jobs require outstanding design talents rather than an academic degree. So, even if you don’t have a college diploma, you may easily obtain graphic design jobs if you have exceptional design talents. You can make anything from a basic logo to a whole handout. You can also create Google advertising and entertaining blog entry delineations. You can choose from a variety of tasks depending on your preferences in this type of career.

Freelance SEO Consultant

SEO is associated with ensuring that your site ranks highly on web indexes such as Google for related terms, potentially increasing your sales. It’s the backbone of every excellent advanced marketing plan, and it’s how you persuade people to visit your site. To operate as an SEO freelancer, you must possess the necessary SEO skills to properly execute your assignments.

Freelance Editor

If you are adept at recognizing grammar mistakes and writing, this type of employment can appeal to you. This is a broad genre that includes everything from brief articles to full-length books. To get the job, you should position yourself as an editorial specialist. Make a portfolio and mention your editing experience in your online profiles.

Freelance Web Development

It’s an industry that’s still growing and showing no signs of slowing down. You can start charging someone for a website right now if you have the requisite skills. To work in this role, you don’t need to be a software engineering major; rather, you will need web development expertise.

Freelance Video Editor

On the internet, video has become one of the most essential (and usually profitable) types of content. Because they are in such high demand, experienced video editors are in high demand. You can learn the fundamentals of video editing with a course like this. You’ll also need access to high-quality video editing tools, such as Adobe Premiere, as well as a portfolio of your work.

So, these are the online occupations that a student may do to generate money without having to spend any money during lockdown.

January 3, 2023
What is the Internet of Things (IoT)?

You’ve already heard of smart devices, autonomous robots, and self-driving cars in some form or another. They are undoubtedly innovative, but they aren’t as clever as they seem. The biggest drawback of these smart devices is their limited ability to communicate with the outside world. A car can drive itself and avoid external obstacles, but it can’t decide when to pick you up or what kind of music you want to listen to based on how your day went at work.

Consider how useful it would be if your wearable fitness devices could monitor your heart rate and the number of steps you’ve taken during the day, and then use the data to recommend workout plans that are specific to you. A system that uses an app to monitor statistics for future training and recommends diet plans. Isn’t that awesome? That, then, is the real-world application of IoT. Continue reading to learn more about IoT.

What is IoT?

In the internet of things, all devices are linked by a unique identifier known as an IP address. These smart devices are also equipped with sensors. They use their own sensors to collect data from the environment, and they work closely with other devices to do so. After that, the data is sent to central servers. The servers then store, evaluate, and process the data before sending instructions to the system to perform a particular task under certain conditions.

Implications of IoT

IoT can be applied to almost every aspect of human life. They can be used in healthcare, where data from IoT devices can help doctors determine the best treatment plan for their patients. It can also be used to avoid the disease by tracking it continuously. In the same way, it can be used in industries to power manufacturing devices and various types of equipment. In addition, IOT can be used in education to enable students to collect learning materials. They also allow teachers to monitor their students’ progress in real time. In this way, the Internet of Things plays an important part in our daily lives.

January 3, 2023
Getting Started with Google Adsense
Google has a means for you to make money if you have a website, a blog, or any other type of online presence. Google AdSense is a service that aims to make everyone a financial winner: advertisers get new clients or sales through the AdWords program, Google gets money to run those adverts, and you get money when people click on them on your website.

Google will deliver adverts that are relevant to the exact content of a web page using internet search technologies. For example, if you’re on a page about the latest golf competition, Google will show you advertising for golf clubs or golfing apparel. You are compensated every time someone clicks on one of those adverts if you own the site. This is commonly referred to as CPC (Cost Per Click) advertising.

Benefits of Google Adsense

It’s possible that you won’t even see banner advertising any longer. We have learned to filter them out as a web-savvy society. There is also banner-filtering software available, as banner adverts can be extremely irritating and hurt your website’s readership. Google AdSense, on the other hand, is different since the advertising are less intrusive than giant banner ads, and the content is more relevant to the web page, so it has a greater impact.

Google Ads can also be used to make a healthy income. You may generate thousands of dollars each month with the proper combination of traffic, content, and users. You can’t expect to put Google Ads on your site and then sit back and rest as the money rolls in. That isn’t how it works. It takes an investment of your time, just like anything else in business, to earn a predictable return.

How Does Google Adsense Work?

If your blog or website now has 100,000 monthly visitors, that’s more than one million each year. Consider how this relates to ad income potential:
- You have 200,000 ad views.
- You have a click-through rate (CTR) of 1%, which usually is standard.
- 1% of 200,000 is 2,000.
- If the Cost Per Click of the ad is $0.01, you make $20.
- If the Cost Per Click of the ad is $2.00, you make $2,000.
There’s a significant gap between the two, and most advertising don’t pay out at $1 per click. You’re more likely to find a rate somewhere in the middle, which can add up to hundreds of dollars every month. The lower the CPC, the more obvious and widespread the ad’s term, which is what triggers the ad itself, is—and this is knowledge you can use.

Maximizing Advertisement Revenue

There are various ways to improve your revenue, whether you want to make money from an existing blog or website or start a blog just for the goal of earning AdSense money:
- To maximize the keywords in your text, use search engine optimization (SEO) optimized writing.
- More writing is required. The more you write about your subject, the more keywords Google will find and use to serve adverts.
- Write frequently. It’s all about having more stuff, and the fresher it is, the better.
- Post stuff that is both valuable and accurate. It’s difficult to read rubbish that’s full with keywords, and it won’t keep people coming back. You want your site to be sticky so that it attracts visitors.
- Make a niche for yourself. It’s fine to talk about football, but thousands of others do it every day. Another narrative is about movie soundtrack collections, which is a less popular topic.
- Don’t send too much nasty traffic your way. It’s easier than you might think to generate a lot of traffic, but if that traffic isn’t qualified and people aren’t there to read your material, it’ll be a waste of time. It also has an impact on your CTR.
- Utilize Google Analytics. Google provides free tools to help you evaluate your website for profit.
Competitors’ Ads on your website?

When you first start running ads on your website, one of the most difficult difficulties you’ll face is competition. Depending on the type of site you run, you may notice that adverts that are directly competing with what you’re selling or offering begin to appear. For example, if you have a website dedicated to drop shipping a specific product, such as Disney toys or snow globes, you may notice adverts for those items diverting users away from your site. This is not a wise business decision.

Is there anything that can be done about it? Yes. Google foresaw this problem and now allows you to ban material from up to 500 URLs.

However, it can be difficult to figure out who to block until you start seeing such adverts. Worse, because of the way AdSense sends out material, you may never see those adverts.

Furthermore, as an AdSense user, you are unable to immediately click on these links to see where the ads are being sent. It’s a blatant breach of AdSense’s regulations, but if you’re lucky enough to see it, you can right-click on the ad and block the link or URL. This is reliant on a bit of chance.

The best approach to make a list is to do a Google search for the items or services you’re selling and take note of the top 50 URLs that show up. That’s a fantastic strategy to keep ad traffic away from sites that are plainly competitors.
January 3, 2023
5 Helpful Computer Skills To Learn at Home During Lockdown

When applying for a job, adding a skill to your CV is often advantageous. In a competitive job market filled with highly qualified applicants, you can still set yourself apart by having a unique ability that other candidates lack.

Instead of wasting time watching television or surfing the internet when most of Nepal is on lockdown to prevent the spread of the coronavirus, learning any computer skills can be very useful both personally and professionally. As a result, we’ve compiled a list of programming skills you can learn at home during the lockdown:

Graphics and Logo Design

Employers value their workers’ participation in a number of activities. And if you only have basic Photoshop skills, you should include them on your resume. This will allow you to demonstrate your flexibility and innovation. Photoshop tutorials abound on YouTube, and mastering the fundamentals takes no time. You can use a variety of tools in Photoshop, but constant practice and experimentation can help you become sharper and more decisive.

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Excel is a fundamental ability that everyone in today’s world should have. Although it can seem simple, knowing at least a few useful Excel formulas cannot be overstated. Knowing your way through your workbook makes every task much simpler, because you can do it faster and more effectively if you have enough calculations to fill an entire spreadsheet. The formulas can essentially be found on Google; all you have to do now is practice them in an Excel sheet. Excel has over 400 formulas, so you can only use the ones that are most useful to you.

Microsoft Word

Even though everyone is familiar with Microsoft Word, it can come as a surprise that there are a large number and variety of keyboard shortcuts that can be used to speed up work and make it more convenient. Since everyone’s needs are different, it’s best to figure out the best combination for you. But if you can recall any of them, that’s fantastic. You can learn general software shortcuts, as well as shortcuts for moving around in a doplusent, selecting texts, terminating texts, applying character formatting, paragraph formatting, adding items and tables, and so on. Knowing how to use the right keyboard combination will help you get more done in less time.

Microsoft Power Point

Microsoft PowerPoint is a versatile presentation software for slideshows. It is used by both students and professionals alike. PowerPoint is widely used in all fields, from education to industry to government, since it allows people to discuss and understand ideas and topics in front of an audience in a realistic and easy manner. Since it is so crucial, you can learn how to use it more effectively and efficiently. There are several tips and tricks available on the internet to assist you in improving your PowerPoint presentation. You can learn how to use new techniques in PowerPoint, as well as presentation layout, bullets, and visuals. A visually appealing presentation would almost certainly gain you respect from your peers.

Video Editing

Wherever you go or whenever you attend parties or events, you frequently film a lot of videos and take a lot of pictures. These videos and pictures clog up your phone’s and other devices’ storage. Learning video editing will assist you in rearranging your videos and images, as well as removing any unwanted clips. This aids in resolving your device’s storage problem. You can download video editing software like Filmora and Adobe Premiere Pro, and you can learn the basics by watching YouTube videos. Once you’ve started studying, you can use your imagination to put together your images. It can also help you advance in your professional life.

January 3, 2023

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What is Mero Kitta? How to get Mero Kitta service?

1. Ensure proper routine care

2. Protect in a bag

3. Keep the laptop clean

4. Keep it clean inside

5. Avoid overheating

6. Run a virus scan

7. Taking care of the battery

8. Upgrade

1. Bear

2. Things

3. Magnet

4. Airmail

5. Alfred

6. Focus

7. Ulysses

Cryptocurrency and Bitcoin

Is it due to a lack of awareness or carelessness?

Investing possibilities

Limitation of the declaration of illegality to paper

Is it important to have legitimacy?

How do the transactions take place?

Nepal Doorsanchar Company Ltd. | Nepal Telecom Toll-free Number

Worldlink Communications Ltd. Toll-free number

Subisu Cablenet Pvt. Ltd. Toll free number

Classic Tech Pvt. Ltd. Toll-free Number

Vianet Communication Pvt. Ltd. Toll-free number

Set (realistic) goals!

Deliberate practice to learn any skill faster!

Choose the mindset required!

1. GET STARTED: OPEN A DEMAT ACCOUNT

2. KNOW THE MARKET

3. PARTICIPATE IN THE PRIMARY MARKET – APPLY IN PRIMARY OFFERINGS

4. PARTICIPATE IN THE SECONDARY MARKET– OPEN A TRADING ACCOUNT AT A STOCKBROKER OFFICE

5. STILL CONFUSED- SEEK PROFESSIONAL HELP

During the COVID-19 lockdown, the best online jobs for students are:

Tutoring through the internet

Freelance Writing

Social Media Marketing

Data Entry Operator

Transcription

Freelance Graphics Designer

Freelance SEO Consultant

Freelance Editor

Freelance Web Development

Freelance Video Editor

What is IoT?

Implications of IoT

Benefits of Google Adsense

How Does Google Adsense Work?

Maximizing Advertisement Revenue

Competitors’ Ads on your website?

Graphics and Logo Design

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Power Point

Video Editing