Editorial
Take appropriate policy measures to seize hydro potential
Take appropriate policy measures to seize hydro potential
As Nepal's electricity export to India surges to over Rs 12.50 billion in the first four months of the current fiscal year, it is high time for the nation to recognize the gold mine lying in its hydropower potential.
Nov 25, 2023
POLITICS, Republica Watch
NA recommends promotion of Major General Sigdel, paving way for him to assume NA leadershi...
NA recommends promotion of Major General Sigdel, paving way...
KATHMANDU, Nov 24: The Nepalese Army (NA) has recommended Major General Ashok Raj Sigdel for promotion to the position of lieutenant general. The Promotion Committee meeting of the NA, held on Friday, decided to recommend Sigdel for the post.
Nov 25, 2023
SOCIETY
Film producers and hall operators to share equal profit from film screening
Film producers and hall operators to share equal profit from...
KATHMANDU, Nov 24: Film hall operators and film producers are set to share equal profit throughout the film screening period in cinema halls.
Nov 24, 2023
SOCIETY, Republica Watch
Nepal leapfrogs in Global Hunger Index to 69th position but challenges persist
Nepal leapfrogs in Global Hunger Index to 69th position but...
KATHMANDU, Nov 24: Nepal has advanced to the 69th rank in the Global Hunger Index (GHI), moving from the 81st position within a year, among 136 countries. The country now holds a 15.0 GHI score, indicating moderate hunger, showcasing a substantial improvement.
Nov 24, 2023
ECONOMY
Carpets worth Rs 4 billion exported in four months of current FY
Carpets worth Rs 4 billion exported in four months of curren...
KATHMANDU, Nov 24: Despite relying on imports for various goods, Nepal has achieved self-sufficiency in the carpet industry. In the first four months of the current fiscal year (FY) 2023/24, the country exported carpets and floor coverings worth around Rs 4 billion.
Nov 24, 2023
SOCIETY
KMC approves new procedure to ensure 10 percent free service at hospitals
KMC approves new procedure to ensure 10 percent free service...
KATHMANDU, Nov 24: The Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) has recently approved a new procedure to implement the Public Health Service Act in order to provide 10 percent free beds for the poor in hospitals within the metropolis.
Nov 24, 2023
ECONOMY
Govt restricts registration, service expansion of saving and credit cooperatives
Govt restricts registration, service expansion of saving and...
KATHMANDU, Nov 24: The government has disallowed registration, service expansion and establishment of service centers for cooperatives of any nature.
Nov 24, 2023
ECONOMY
Trade deficit exceeds Rs 460 billion in first quarter of current FY
Trade deficit exceeds Rs 460 billion in first quarter of cur...
KATHMANDU, Nov 24: Nepal’s trade deficit in the first four months of the current Fiscal Year (FY) 2023/24 has surpassed Rs 460 billion.
Nov 24, 2023
ECONOMY
2,787 electrical four-wheelers imported in four months of current FY
2,787 electrical four-wheelers imported in four months of cu...
KATHMANDU, Nov 24: During the first four months of the current fiscal year (FY), over 2,700 four-wheeler electric vehicles (EVs) were imported in Nepal. According to the Department of Customs (DoC), as many as 2,787 EVs worth Rs 6.83 billion were imported during the four months of the current FY. In...
Nov 24, 2023
SOCIETY
Quake victims receive counseling services to identify mental problems
Quake victims receive counseling services to identify mental...
RUKUM WEST, Nov 24: In order to identify the mental problems in earthquake victims, Athabiskot Municipality of Rukum West is providing counseling services through integrated health mobile camps.
Nov 24, 2023