SOCIETY, Republica Watch
Govt preparing to purchase weapons worth Rs 1 billion for Nepal Police
Govt preparing to purchase weapons worth Rs 1 billion for Ne...
According to a source at Police Headquarters, the intended purchase includes 9 mm pistols and shotguns. It is notable that lethal weapons have not been procured for the Nepal Police in recent years. Now, however, preparations are underway to acquire them—without any formal study on whether suc...
Jun 23, 2025
ECONOMY
Euro rises, pound falls as US dollar remains stable
Euro rises, pound falls as US dollar remains stable
According to Nepal Rastra Bank, the buying rate for 1 US dollar stood unchanged at Rs 138.24, and the selling rate remained at Rs 138.84, the same as the previous day.
Jun 23, 2025
POLITICS
Ten political parties condemn Israel’s attack on Iran, call it a war crime
Ten political parties condemn Israel’s attack on Iran, call...
Ten political parties in Nepal have issued a joint statement condemning Israel’s attack on Iran, labeling it a grave war crime and a serious violation of international law.
Jun 23, 2025
SOCIETY
Monsoon prevails across the country
Monsoon prevails across the country
Its effect will result in partially to generally cloudy weather across the country this afternoon.
Jun 23, 2025
ECONOMY
Bhaktapur Municipality announces Rs 2.47 billion budget for FY 2025/26
Bhaktapur Municipality announces Rs 2.47 billion budget for...
Bhaktapur Municipality has presented a budget of Rs 2.47311 billion for the upcoming Fiscal Year (FY) 2025/26. The budget was tabled by Deputy Mayor Rajani Joshi during the 18th municipal assembly meeting chaired by Mayor Sunil Prajapati.
Jun 23, 2025
International
Trump suggests regime change in Iran
Trump suggests regime change in Iran
Trump posted to Truth Social that it was "not politically correct to use the term, 'Regime Change,' but if the current Iranian Regime is unable to MAKE IRAN GREAT AGAIN, why wouldn't there be a Regime change???" "MIGA!!!," according to Deutsche Welle (DW).
Jun 23, 2025
SOCIETY, Republica Watch
Nepal: Govt plans to merge or close 15,000 community schools as student numbers decline
Nepal: Govt plans to merge or close 15,000 community schools...
The government is preparing to merge or close more than 15,000 community schools across the country as declining educational quality and an unfriendly learning environment continue to erode trust among parents and students.
Jun 23, 2025
OPINION
Preparing for the Monsoon: Call for Early Action
Preparing for the Monsoon: Call for Early Action
The backbone of monsoon preparedness is strengthening community-based early warning systems.
Jun 23, 2025
Editorial
CAAN Restructuring: The Earlier, the Better
CAAN Restructuring: The Earlier, the Better
As discussions begin in the thematic committee of the House of Representatives on the drafts of the Civil Aviation Authority Bill and the Nepal Air Services Authority Bill, the nation is finally confronting an overdue administrative reform. Authorities must not pursue restructuring for its own sake,...
Jun 23, 2025
ECONOMY, Republica Watch
Methane reserve offers hope to slash fuel imports, ensure energy security
Methane reserve offers hope to slash fuel imports, ensure en...
Nepal’s energy future looks promising following the discovery of a vast reserve of methane gas in Dailekh, which could significantly reduce the country’s reliance on imported fossil fuels and ease pressure on foreign exchange reserves.
Jun 23, 2025