Biken K Dawadi
BKD
The author is a senior correspondent at Republica National Daily.
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Beyond Weapons and Morale: Police lapses in Tinkune incident
Beyond Weapons and Morale: Police lapses in Tinkune incident

As the dust seemingly settles after the violent incidents that occurred during the pro-monarchy protest in the Tinkune area of the capital on Friday, where two individuals died and scores were injured, contradictory remarks on what triggered the violence have emerged across social media platforms.&n...
11 hours ago

POLITICS
All eyes on Gyanendra: Former King lands in deep water after violent pro-monarchy protest
All eyes on Gyanendra: Former King lands in deep water after...

The political atmosphere of the capital has become tense as former King Gyanendra Shah finds himself at the center of increasing controversy after a violent pro-monarchy rally at Tinkune in Kathmandu on Friday.
2 days ago

POLITICS
Chaos in Kathmandu: Pro-monarchy groups unleash arson, vandalism and looting
Chaos in Kathmandu: Pro-monarchy groups unleash arson, vanda...

At least two persons including a journalist were killed as local administration enforces curfew to contain the violence
3 days ago

SOCIETY
Security beefed up in capital as republican and monarchist forces set to face off today
Security beefed up in capital as republican and monarchist f...

The streets of the capital will likely remain tense on Friday as two ideologically opposite groups are set to stage simultaneous demonstrations at two different locations.
4 days ago

POLITICS
NC leadership divided over Chief Whip Ghimire’s remarks on prostitution
NC leadership divided over Chief Whip Ghimire’s remarks on p...

Lawmakers of the ruling Nepali Congress have sought action against the party’s Chief Whip Shyam Kumar Ghimire for his controversial appeal for legalizing prostitution in Nepal during a meeting of the House of Representatives (HoR) held on March 16.
Mar 24, 2025

POLITICS
Race for six AIG posts heats up as Nepal Police contenders lobby power centers
Race for six AIG posts heats up as Nepal Police contenders l...

With the appointment of Deepak Thapa as the 31st Inspector General of Police (IGP) on Tuesday, the police organization is set to experience a significant leadership transition, marked by the vacancy of several high-ranking positions including six Additional Inspectors General (AIGs).
Mar 23, 2025

POLITICS
NC Chief Whip Ghimire’s remark on legalization of prostitution riles up parliament
NC Chief Whip Ghimire’s remark on legalization of prostituti...

“Who gave him [lawmaker Ghimire] the right to express such a poor opinion against the values of Nepali society at the dignified house?” Lawmaker Koirala questioned. She also demanded an apology from the NC Chief Whip for making such a statement without even considering its impact on the...
Mar 17, 2025

SOCIETY, Republica Watch
Pangolin scale trafficking on the rise as authorities focus on big mammals
Pangolin scale trafficking on the rise as authorities focus...

According to a 2019 report from the African Wildlife Foundation, as much as 2.7 million pangolins are poached annually across the world. In Nepal, police seized over 244 kilograms of pangolin scales in Fiscal Year (FY) 2023/24.
Mar 08, 2025

SOCIETY, WORLD
Nine deportees were detained from southern US border during Biden administration
Nine deportees were detained from southern US border during...

Police sources say they risked their lives through the infamous Durien gap in an attempt to illegally trespass into the US but were detained at the border.
Mar 05, 2025

SOCIETY
Police launch anti-drug campaign with poorly-armed Narcotics Control Bureau
Police launch anti-drug campaign with poorly-armed Narcotics...

The police’s inability to single-handedly curb drug-related crimes seemingly stems from its neglect of the NCB.
Mar 02, 2025
