What is troublesome is that this problem appears only getting worse from bad as they seem to perceive each other as enemies rather than friends to ensure smooth functioning of the airport. The effects of this animosity has not only been seen on those who fly abroad through the airport, but also on the reputation of the entire country.

Paying tribute to martyrs

Published On: January 30, 2024 07:30 AM NPT By: Republica

It’s Martyrs’ Day today. Martyrs evoke a sense of sacrifice and the duty of the state to uphold the conviction and faith for which they fought. Nepal marks Martyrs’ Day every year to commemorate all the known and unknown martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the welfare of the nation and people.

A number of hydropower projects in Nepal suffered substantial damages as a result of floods and landslides that were not predicted in the recent past. The devastation caused by the floods and landslides in the hydropower power plants has highlighted an urgent need for resilience in the construction and design of these vital infrastructures.

Eradicating tuberculosis

Published On: January 28, 2024 07:33 AM NPT By: Republica

In the battle against tuberculosis, Nepal finds itself facing an uphill struggle. Despite concerted efforts, Nepal remains the sixth most affected country by tuberculosis in Southeast Asia, posing a significant challenge to the government's ambitious goal of eradicating the disease by 2050.

Conclude TJ process at the earliest

Published On: January 27, 2024 07:57 AM NPT By: Republica

It has been already 17 years since the government and the then rebel Maoists entered into the peace process with a pledge to provide transitional justice to the victims of the decade-long Maoist conflict. But transitional justice seems like a forgotten issue as the then rebel party currently heads the government.

Addressing Unseen Realities of Climate Change

Published On: January 26, 2024 07:25 AM NPT By: Republica

Climate change has adversely impacted lives, livelihoods, and the economy worldwide, and Nepal is no exception. The impact of climatic risks on agricultural production, households, and physical assets can be quantified based on market prices. However, the disaster's impact is not limited to the economic sector; it equally affects biological and social life, causing damage to the ground, terrain, cultural heritage, local knowledge, and impacting human life, health, and transportation.

Nepal Airlines Corporation (NAC) has initiated the search for new loans with subsidized interest rates to acquire new aircraft and settle the debt of the currently operational fleet. In a public announcement, the national flag carrier requested a loan amount of Rs 135 billion from both domestic and foreign institutions.

KMC’s laudable decision to ban roadside parking

Published On: January 24, 2024 07:30 AM NPT By: Republica

The Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) has taken a decisive step to alleviate traffic congestion and enhance urban mobility in the downtown area of New Road by imposing a ban on roadside parking. The KMC has provided an alternative place for parking at Kathmandu Tower for the convenience of those visiting the New Road area.

Avoid unnecessary duplication

Published On: January 23, 2024 07:21 AM NPT By: Republica

After any criminal incident or activity, an investigation is conducted to ascertain its truth, punish the culprits, and take precautions to prevent such incidents from happening again in the future. The government bodies entrusted to carry out such investigations vary from country to country. In Nepal, the Commission for the Investigation of Abuse of Authority (CIAA) is the main body primarily responsible for investigating corruption and recommending necessary action.

While export earnings declined 7.23 percent, import expenses fell 3.09 percent in the first half of the current fiscal year compared to the same period of last year. In the review period, Nepal had a trade deficit of Rs 424.44 billion alone with India.