SOCIETY
Karnali Province: a capital of road accidents
Karnali Province: a capital of road accidents
According to the details from the Karnali Province Police Office, 3,085 vehicle accidents were recorded from Karnali from 2018 to mid-November 2024. These accidents resulted in 787 fatalities and left 6,167 injured.
Feb 27, 2025
SOCIETY
Only 18 years or above to obtain motorcycle license
Only 18 years or above to obtain motorcycle license
The Motor Vehicles and Transport Management Act, 2049 (1993) stipulates that a person must be 16 years of age to obtain a driving license for motorcycles, two-wheelers and three-wheelers. The MoPIT confirmed that a draft for a new law has been prepared, setting the age limit at 18 years.
Feb 27, 2025
WORLD
Recovery, resignation, death: Pope Francis scenarios
Recovery, resignation, death: Pope Francis scenarios
The Vatican says his condition is slightly improving but doctors say his prognosis "remains reserved".
Feb 27, 2025
SOCIETY, Republica Watch
Familiar faces, unfamiliar fear: Rape survivors speak out
Familiar faces, unfamiliar fear: Rape survivors speak out
A disturbing surge in sexual violence against minors plagues Nepal, with victims often betrayed by trusted family members and acquaintances. Shocking cases reveal girls enduring years of abuse, compounded by societal stigma and family reluctance to seek justice. Despite legal frameworks, implementat...
Feb 27, 2025
Market
BYD Hi-Tech Week begins in Nepal, showcasing advanced EV innovations
BYD Hi-Tech Week begins in Nepal, showcasing advanced EV inn...
At the event, BYD unveiled five high-tech vehicles-Yangwang U8, FCB Bao 5, Denza Z9GT, Denza D9, and BYD Shark 6-featuring advanced safety, performance, and intelligent driving systems.
Feb 27, 2025
SPORTS
Buoyant Afghans plot Australia downfall after dumping out England
Buoyant Afghans plot Australia downfall after dumping out En...
The Afghans play world champions Australia at Lahore's Gaddafi Stadium on Friday in their final group match and must win to reach the last four of the eight-nation tournament.
Feb 27, 2025
SOCIETY
Bhaktapur Road Division Office terminates contract of Dhulikhel-Khawa road section
Bhaktapur Road Division Office terminates contract of Dhulik...
In a public notice issued on Thursday, the office informed that the contract for the four-kilometer road, which is under expansion, has been terminated. A meeting of the office held on Tuesday had decided to terminate the contract of the road.
Feb 27, 2025
WORLD, Entertainment, Lifestyle
Influencer Andrew Tate has left Romania for US: airport sources
Influencer Andrew Tate has left Romania for US: airport sour...
Romanian prosecutors allege that former kickboxer Tate, 38, his brother Tristan, 36, and two women set up a criminal organisation in Romania and Britain in early 2021 and sexually exploited several victims.
Feb 27, 2025
WORLD
The four dead Gaza hostages returned to Israel
The four dead Gaza hostages returned to Israel
An Israeli group advocating for the release of all hostages from Gaza confirmed "with profound sorrow" the identities of the four bodies returned on Thursday as Ohad Yahalomi, Tsachi Idan, Itzik Elgarat and Shlomo Mansour.
Feb 27, 2025
ECONOMY
NEPSE hits six-month high, gains 49.15 points to reach 2815.04
NEPSE hits six-month high, gains 49.15 points to reach 2815....
A total of 186 companies saw their share prices increase, with four hitting the positive circuit.With a share turnover of Rs 11.39 billion, the highest share turnover of 964.7 million rupees was recorded for Himalayan Reinsurance.
Feb 27, 2025