ECONOMY
NRB clarifies that Nepali banks are not in critical financial health
NRB clarifies that Nepali banks are not in critical financia...
KATHMANDU, Feb 21: Amid rumors spread against the financial health of few Nepali banks, Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has clarified that the banks strictly adhere to adequate safety measures enforced by the central bank.
Feb 21, 2024
ECONOMY, Republica Watch
UK commits $505 million in development grants for business and green growth in Nepal
UK commits $505 million in development grants for business a...
KATHMANDU, Feb 21: The UK has committed $505 million in development grants to Nepal by 2030. The UK government made this commitment by signing two separate grant agreements related to business and green growth with Nepal during a special function held at the Ministry of Finance on Tuesday.
Feb 21, 2024
WORLD
Prince William concerned at 'terrible human cost' of Middle East conflict
Prince William concerned at 'terrible human cost' of Middle...
LONDON, Feb 21: Heir to the British throne Prince William on Tuesday released a rare statement on the Israel-Hamas conflict, underlining his concern at the "terrible human cost".
Feb 21, 2024
Editorial
Tackling worsening air pollution in Kathmandu Valley
Tackling worsening air pollution in Kathmandu Valley
Based on air pollution levels, Kathmandu has been ranked as the fourth most polluted city in the world. Currently, the air quality in Nepal’s capital is considered poor, with PM2.5 levels of 184 micrograms per cubic meter (μg/m3) at 9:45 a.m. PM2.5, the primary airborne pollutant less than 2.5 micro...
Feb 21, 2024
Lifestyle, My City
American DJ Walshy Fire attends an inspiring talk program ahead of live performance in Nep...
American DJ Walshy Fire attends an inspiring talk program ah...
KATHMANDU, Feb 20: Renowned American DJ Walshy Fire is set to perform in Nepal, following his appearance at a talk program held at the Aloft Hotel in Kathmandu on Tuesday.
Feb 20, 2024
OPINION
Charting a New Century of UK-Nepal Friendship
Charting a New Century of UK-Nepal Friendship
Progress has been remarkable, but Nepal still faces challenges. We need to work together to solve them. This is why today, I will set out how the UK is reshaping our development approach, focusing on eight programs that aim to deliver over £400m in grant support to Nepal by the end of the decade.
Feb 20, 2024
SOCIETY
Nepal elected Chair of Asia-Pacific Forum on Sustainable Development
Nepal elected Chair of Asia-Pacific Forum on Sustainable Dev...
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KATHMANDU, Feb 20: Nepal has been elected the chair of the Asia-Pacific Forum on Sustainable Development (APFSD).
Feb 20, 2024
SOCIETY
Incidents of violence against women on the rise: INSEC
Incidents of violence against women on the rise: INSEC
KATHMANDU, Jan 20: The 2023 Human Rights Violation Index shows no decrease in incidents of violence against women, be it in the form of domestic violence or rape cases. The unabated abuse of women accused of being a witch has been covered in the Human Rights Year Book published by INSEC.
Feb 20, 2024
SOCIETY
Vipassana Center inaugurated in Nakhu jail
Vipassana Center inaugurated in Nakhu jail
KATHMANDU, Feb 20: A Vipassana Center has been inaugurated at Nakhu jail in Lalitpur.
Feb 20, 2024
SOCIETY
Illegal structures constructed along Bishnumati river banks being removed
Illegal structures constructed along Bishnumati river banks...
Kathmandu, Feb 20: Tokha municipality has started removing structures illegally constructed along the banks of Bishnumati river.
Feb 20, 2024