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ArticlesNovember 2, 20261 min readDr. Kumar Gurung, Ph.D.

ICGB 2nd Conference Highlights Historic Efforts to Preserve Gurung Culture and Identity

The 2nd Conference of the International Council of Gurung Buddhism (ICGB), held at the Tamu Bauddha Shanti Samiti Nepal building in Anamnagar, Kathmandu, highlighted the importance of preserving Gurung Buddhist heritage, traditional culture, language and identity. The conference featured Dr. Kumar Gurung and Chief Guest Khenpo Khen Rinpoche Sher Lama, alongside prominent community leaders, representatives […]

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ArticlesNovember 2, 20261 min readDr. Kumar Gurung, Ph.D.

Bhutanese Refugees Deprived of Fundamental Rights, Urge Nepal Government to Seek Long-Term Solutions

Bhutanese refugee representatives and advocates have called on the Nepal government to address the longstanding challenges facing refugee communities, many of whom remain deprived of fundamental rights and basic opportunities. They have emphasized the need for legal recognition, access to education, employment, social security and family reunification, alongside efforts toward voluntary repatriation. Advocates have urged […]

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ArticlesNovember 2, 20261 min readDr. Kumar Gurung, Ph.D.

From Struggle to Success: Dr. Kumar Gurung’s Journey from Bhutan to America

Dr. Kumar Gurung, an emerging business leader in the United States, shares his inspiring journey from Bhutan to America, reflecting on the challenges, struggles and achievements that shaped his career. In a special interview with journalist Pramod Giri, Dr. Gurung discusses his entrepreneurial journey, business ventures and contributions across various industries. He serves as CEO […]

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ArticlesNovember 2, 20261 min readDr. Kumar Gurung, Ph.D.

Jhapa CDO Pokharel Pledges to Address Bhutanese Refugee Issues

Damak, Nepal: Jhapa Chief District Officer (CDO) Shravan Kumar Pokharel has pledged to initiate efforts to address issues faced by Bhutanese refugees that fall within the jurisdiction of local authorities and the District Administration Office. He also said matters requiring legal and policy-level decisions would be forwarded to the relevant ministries. Speaking at an interaction […]

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ArticlesFebruary 18, 20201 min readDr. Kumar Gurung, Ph.D.

Faith Leaders Join Together for Accurate 2020 Census Count

Faith leaders from diverse religious communities came together at the U.S. Census Bureau’s 2020 Census Interfaith Summit to highlight the importance of ensuring that every person is counted. The gathering brought together representatives from different faith communities to discuss ways they could encourage census participation and help their communities understand why the census matters. Leaders […]

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ArticlesFebruary 10, 20201 min readDr. Kumar Gurung, Ph.D.

Census Bureau to Host 2020 Census Interfaith Partner Summit

Faith Leaders Come Together to Promote Participation in the 2020 U.S. Census The U.S. Census Bureau announced an Interfaith Partner Summit bringing together faith leaders and faith-based community organizations from across the United States to discuss the importance of the 2020 Census. The summit was planned as part of an outreach effort to help faith […]

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ArticlesFebruary 7, 20201 min readDr. Kumar Gurung, Ph.D.

Census Bureau to Host 2020 Census Interfaith Partner Summit

The U.S. Census Bureau announced an Interfaith Partner Summit bringing together faith leaders and community organizations from across the United States to discuss the importance of the 2020 Census. The event was designed to help faith communities encourage people, including individuals and families who may be harder to reach, to participate in the census. The […]

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