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Gen Z Outside, Reform Inside: Special General Convention offers a rare moment for the NC
Triggered by public anger and Gen Z-led protests, the NC’s Special General Convention represents an internal response to a crisis of relevance and trust. The turnout and tone suggest that party cadres are no longer willing to accept managed consensus or leadership without accountability.
Jan 12, 2026
The world would be better if more people acted like Nep...
The world would be better if more people acted like Nep...
Jan 10, 2026
Ethanol blending gets green light: Petrol import bill m...
Ethanol blending gets green light: Petrol import bill m...
Jan 07, 2026
Years after passing exams, Nepali youths still ask: Whe...
Years after passing exams, Nepali youths still ask: Whe...
Jan 02, 2026Most read this week
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Nine Nepali migrant workers killed in fire incident in India
Solu Hydropower IPO opens for public, shares worth Rs 8.2 billion allocated
3Home Minister Aryal in Janakpur for Madhesh province security conference
4Gold, silver prices rise for third consecutive day
5Two Gen-Z Front members to contest HoR election
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SOCIETY, Republica Watch
Expressway dreams stalled: Khokana dispute slows Kathmandu–Terai project
Expressway dreams stalled: Khokana dispute slows Kathmandu–T...
The Indigenous Nationalities Commission (INC) submitted a study report in June recommending that the starting point of the KTMFT be shifted to Dukuchhap, Godawari Municipality-8, Lalitpur, instead of Khokana. INC Chair Ram Bahadur Thapamagar handed the report to PM Oli.
Aug 21, 2025
POLITICS, Republica Watch
Nepal, India in fresh diplomatic clash amid Indo-China deal to reopen border trade through...
Nepal, India in fresh diplomatic clash amid Indo-China deal...
Nepal reasserts claim over Lipulekh, India rejects as 'groundless' as tension mounts
Aug 21, 2025
POLITICS, Republica Watch
Explained: Why are NC and UML pushing for the ouster of Deputy Speaker Rana Magar?
Explained: Why are NC and UML pushing for the ouster of Depu...
Deputy Speaker Rana Magar’s fate hinges on smaller parties as NC, UML push ouster.
Aug 20, 2025
Business & Economy, Republica Watch
Dailekh Methane Gas Reserves: Nepal faces confusion over extraction
Dailekh Methane Gas Reserves: Nepal faces confusion over ext...
Although preliminary studies indicate that Dailekh has 11.2 billion cubic meters of natural gas, there is still confusion over how to further extract and commercially produce it. A team of Chinese experts conducted exploration in Bhairabi Rural Municipality–1, Jaljale, Dailekh, and the initial...
Aug 14, 2025
POLITICS, Republica Watch
Dahal’s political strategy: Courting Chand to checkmate Sharma
Dahal’s political strategy: Courting Chand to checkmate Shar...
At the Standing Committee meeting, Deputy General Secretary Janardan Sharma said that Chair Pushpa Kamal Dahal should also engage in self-criticism due to weaknesses in party leadership
Aug 10, 2025
SOCIETY, Republica Watch
Police negligence blamed for Kailali prison clash killing one, injuring 47
Police negligence blamed for Kailali prison clash killing on...
One group launched a sudden and vicious attack on another group of prisoners while they were sleeping, leading to a bloody scene inside the prison. The incident highlights grave lapses by the security agencies. A scuffle had already taken place among prisoners the previous day, injuring five inmates...
Aug 10, 2025
ECONOMY, Republica Watch
Life insurance business expands by 16.05 pc, non-life insurers settle for 6.77 pc rise
Life insurance business expands by 16.05 pc, non-life insure...
Nepal Life Insurance, which collected Rs 48.03 billion in premium, stood at the topmost position among the individual life insurers. The amount was 17.59 percent more than the amount collected in the previous fiscal year when it stood at Rs 40.85 billion.
Aug 10, 2025
SOCIETY, Republica Watch
Trapped in silence: Nepal’s deaf community struggles without interpreters
Trapped in silence: Nepal’s deaf community struggles without...
With only around 131 interpreters for over 50,000 deaf individuals, many are left without basic communication in health, legal and public services. While local initiatives and digital tools show promise, progress is slow, underfunded and uneven—especially in rural areas.
Aug 04, 2025
SOCIETY, Republica Watch
From drought to deluge: Madhesh battles back-to-back climate extremes
From drought to deluge: Madhesh battles back-to-back climate...
Fortunately, the region, officially declared drought-hit by the government, finally has been receiving rainfall over the past few days—offering farmers some relief. But that relief seems to come at a cost, looming threat: flooding.
Aug 04, 2025
POLITICS, Republica Watch
Nepal’s UN envoy Lok Bahadur Thapa elected President of ECOSOC
Nepal’s UN envoy Lok Bahadur Thapa elected President of ECOS...
This marks the first time Nepal has assumed the presidency of ECOSOC since joining the United Nations in 1955.
Aug 01, 2025