Gopi Chandra Kharel

Articles by Gopi Chandra Kharel

Gopi Chandra Kharel joined IBTimes in January 2013. He has a Masters Degree in Journalism from Birmingham City University in UK and a degree in Journalism, Psychology and English from Christ University, Bangalore India.

He likes to call himself a passionate writer, good listener and an excellent observer of the happenings around the world. He writes trending news with a global perspective in mind. His field of interest includes geo-politics, arts and culture, religious affairs and social media. Follow him in Twitter @sahaja_gopi

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Pakistan, China Find Ties 'Sweeter than Honey', Take Aim at India

Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif on Friday told his Chinese counterpart Li Kequiang that the Pakistan-China relation was "sweeter than honey", a comment that is likely to send shockwaves of bitterness across Indian territories which were relegated to the position of "troublemaker" by a top Chinese general on Thursday.

Jul 5, 2013

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What Next for Egypt after President Morsi's Ouster?

What kind of future lies ahead in a country where the Muslim brothers are likely to be relegated again to an isolated position, devoid of power as they have been for 80 years? It could possibly be an invitation to another series of violence or a civil war.

Jul 4, 2013

Why Would Edward Snowden Seek Asylum in 21 Countries Including India?

Edward Snowden, the American fugitive responsible for leaking information about controversial intelligence surveillance by US security agencies, has filed a petition seeking asylum in 21 countries including India, even as Washington is doing whatever it takes to get the whistleblower extradited on espionage charges.

Jul 2, 2013

When Obama Meets Mandela, Inspiration Revisits History

American President Barack Obama visited South Africa on Friday, a trip that will draw every person's attention to what will happen when the two leaders that made history will meet, even when there are good chances that Obama's "hero", Nelson Mandela, might bid adieu from a grieving world and who survived with a renewed hope of solidarity ever since he became South African's first black president.

Jun 30, 2013

Indians Face ₹2.7 Lakh Cash Bond to Enter UK, if Brits Pay ₹5.4 Lakh for India Visa?

An act of discrimination perpetrated in concealed and subtle method is often referred to as "racism", while the same act performed openly using the euphemism of being "more selective" is called "immigration system". While there isn't even a remotely substantiated theory to justify that Indians may pose risk to the UK if they travelled to what they would want to perhaps call a "white" country, there is nothing that stops Brits from believing that it is a just measure.

Jun 24, 2013

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Edward Snowden: How Safe Would NSA Whistleblower Be In Ecuador?

In a series of fast-moving events that caught the attention of many people across the world, whistleblower Edward Snowden, who was holed up briefly in Moscow airport after departing from Hong Kong last week, will ultimately head towards Ecuador on Monday.

Jun 24, 2013

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Resolute Putin Swamped by World Leaders On Syria Stance; Russia Gets Increasingly Isolated in G8 Meeting

When someone is pressed unanimously from all directions by most powerful leaders of the world on one issue, even the most courageous human could have buckled under their way. The same cannot, however, be said about Russian President Vladimir Putin who chose to remain adamant on supporting Syria's government even when he knows that he is increasingly getting isolated on the issue. No reason or rhyme seems to deter his belief that President Bashar al-Assad has done nothing wrong.

Jun 18, 2013

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Spying Trends: First US And Now UK; How Do Big Economic Powers Justify Arbitrary Hackings?

Even when the much-sensationalised hacking of American phone records and internet data by the National Security Agency (NSA) had still not waned in the spiralling wave of discussions related to boundaries in intelligence surveillance, British newspaper The Guardian has put the UK government into trouble saying they were the culprit of even higher-profile hackings into delegates' phones at the G20 summit in 2009.

Jun 17, 2013

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Syria's Swelling Conflict And US' Reluctant Involvement: How Long Before International Community Takes Decisive Action?

Even when it is not clear on the nature of 'support' the United States will render to the long battered Syrian rebel forces, the fact that the much-awaited support from the most important member of the international community will be available, at least in theory and speeches, comes with many impounding questions.

Jun 16, 2013

US Hacked China for Years Says Edward Snowden; Why Does the Whistleblower Have Undue Faith in Hong Kong for his Safety?

Adding to the string of embarrassing revelations of US government's Security Intelligence strategies, whistleblower Edward Snowden has come in the spotlight once again making claims that the US government has been hacking into the computer networks of China for years.

Jun 13, 2013

Bhutan Elections: Enthused Citizens Cast Vote by Postal Ballots, Many Travel for Days; Nation of Happiness Upholds Democracy by Example?

If your father gave you the most desirable gift on earth, you would make the most out of it. Bhutanese received a gift of sorts five years ago when they were enshrined with the power to elect their own leaders through voting. Democracy is a new word for them, but here is a tiny Himalayan nation which seems to have long moved on from its naivety. Those who were not able to travel to their constituencies voted through postal ballot.

Jun 1, 2013

Traffic Woes: Indian Drivers Honk More in a Year Than a German Does in a Lifetime

A couple of years ago, a traffic police officer once gave a briefing to a group of students in the Karnataka state capital Bangalore. There was something he told the gathering that day which made complete sense to the students, although it was meant to be a joke: The shortest unit of 'time' ever measured is what occurs when a traffic light goes green in Indian streets and the first honking sound you hear.

May 20, 2013

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Bhutan, The Nation of 'Gross National Happiness' Votes For Second Time

The tiny Himalayan kingdom of Bhutan began voting Tuesday for the lower house "National Council" only for the second time, five years after the country became a Democratic Monarchy in a historic move that saw the king voluntarily stepping down from his absolute power. The voting will follow the more important election for the National Assembly in June in which a political party will be elected as the new government.

Apr 25, 2013

Everything on Your Finger Tips? No, DNA Strips!

A radical technological development of its kind promises a future where all the files in your computer could be saved for generations by converting them into tiny DNA strips.

Jan 24, 2013

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