Published On: May 2, 2023 07:30 AM NPT By: Republica
The recent news about the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) being skeptical of Nepal's efforts on preventing money laundering should raise serious concerns for the government and its citizens.
Published On: May 1, 2023 07:30 AM NPT By: Republica
The government's decision to dole out Rs 200,000 each to disqualified ex-Maoist combatants during a time of economic recession is not only unjustifiable but also a gross injustice to the citizens of Nepal. This reckless move will add an unnecessary financial burden on the already strained state treasury.
Published On: April 30, 2023 07:30 AM NPT By: Republica
With the dry season at its peak, wildfires are causing significant damage to Nepal's forests, animals, and property, putting the health of local residents at risk. According to government data, an average of 77 people have been killed every year in Nepal due to forest and other fire-related incidents.
Published On: April 29, 2023 07:35 AM NPT By: Republica
The changes in government, occurring just a few months after their formation, in two of Nepal's provinces, Gandaki and Lumbini, on Thursday do not bode well for the country. There are fears that this could be just the beginning of a fresh round of political instability, which Nepal cannot afford, especially when the nation is grappling with various challenges.
Published On: April 28, 2023 07:50 AM NPT By: Republica
Nepal Airlines Corporation (NAC) has announced that it will be purchasing three additional aircraft to expand its domestic services. This decision comes after the corporation's financial health has started to improve, and it has been able to pay its EMIs on time for the past year.
Published On: April 27, 2023 07:37 AM NPT By: Republica
The recent by-elections have sent a clear message to established political forces: citizens are seeking results from politics and are fed up with traditional parties that only enjoy the 'musical chair' of power. The emergence of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) as the fourth largest party in the general elections held last November, within a few months of its establishment, and its resounding victories in two of the three constituencies in the by-elections held on Sunday, have reaffirmed the need for traditional parties to reform themselves or risk further erosion.
Published On: April 26, 2023 07:00 AM NPT By: Republica
The most important thing here is instead of returning to the airport of takeoff as per standard operating procedures, the flight continued its onward journey to Dubai. This decision by the airline has sparked a controversy, with contradicting claims between the airline and the CAAN, which has accused FlyDubai of spreading rumors about a bird-hit incident that did not occur.
Published On: April 25, 2023 07:40 AM NPT By: Republica
Nepal has experienced significant changes in its demographic landscape over the past decade, as revealed by the recent national census data. The 2021 census shows that the urban population has reached 66.2 per cent, a significant increase from the 2011 census figure of 17.1 per cent. While this shift may seem like a positive trend, it raises concerns about the potential challenges that could arise from an excessive concentration of people in urban areas.
Published On: April 24, 2023 07:47 AM NPT By: Republica
Public education institutions are indispensable in guaranteeing universal access to education. The state's responsibility to provide affordable, high-quality education through publicly owned institutions is a fundamental pillar of our 'socialism-oriented' federal democratic republic, as enshrined in our constitution.
Published On: April 23, 2023 07:37 AM NPT By: Republica
Today, as voters in Tanahun, Bara, and Chitwan head to the polls for the by-elections, concerns have arisen about the integrity of the electoral process. Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) candidates have accused the ruling parties of using money, muscle, and power to sway the voters on the eve of the election, an allegation that cannot be taken lightly.