Kathmandu tops global air pollution chart again

Published On: April 22, 2024 02:40 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, April 22: Kathmandu has once again become the most air-polluted city in the world. According to IQAir, which measures air pollution levels, Kathmandu recorded a pollution level of 182 AQI at 10:30 AM on Monday. This indicates that air pollution in Kathmandu has increased compared to Sunday, making it the most polluted city globally.

KATHMANDU, April 22: Human Rights Watch (HRW) has urged the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani, to prioritize labor protection for migrant workers during his upcoming visits to Bangladesh and Nepal on April 22 and 23, respectively.

KATHMANDU, April 22: The government has announced a public holiday tomorrow to mark the arrival of the Emir of Qatar who is visiting Nepal.

KATHMANDU, April 22: The Patan High Court is hearing an appeal filed by Sandeep Lamichhane, former captain of the national cricket team, against the decision of the Kathmandu District Court.

KATHMANDU, April 22: A group of six individuals has been apprehended for their alleged involvement in stealing from cooperatives in Jhapa.

KATHMANDU, April 22: Inspector General of Nepal Police (IGP) Basant Bahadur Kunwar has left for France to participate in the Interpol Conference to be held in Lyon, France.

Elderly dies in fire originating from forest fire

Published On: April 22, 2024 08:26 AM NPT By: Republica

TRIVENI (RUKUM WEST), April 21: One person died in a fire that took place in Bamfikot Rural Municipality-3 of Rukum Pachim. The deceased has been identified as 70-year-old Budi Kami.

NARAYANGADH (CHITWAN), April 22: As many as 200 patients visit Bharatpur Hospital on a daily basis for anti-rabies vaccine. However, due to acute shortage of the vaccine, they return home disappointed bearing the risk of viral disease transmitted through bites of rabid animals.

Three DIG positions vacant in Nepal Police

Published On: April 21, 2024 08:06 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, April 21: Nepal Police faces a vacancy of three Deputy Inspector General (DIG) positions.

KATHMANDU, April 21: Life in the Terai region as well as in the hilly region has been affected due to the lack of rain for a long time. The increasing heat and dry condition has led to growing incidents of fire in various places.