POLITICS
UML leader Ain Mahar released on Rs 100,000 bail, wife arrested
UML leader Ain Mahar released on Rs 100,000 bail, wife arres...
The Kathmandu District Court found Mahar liable under Section 47 of the Act and ordered his release upon furnishing bail, which he subsequently paid.
5 days ago
SOCIETY
Man dies after falling from cliff in Jhapa
Man dies after falling from cliff in Jhapa
According to Deputy Superintendent of Police Khagendra Bahadur Khadka of the District Police Office, the deceased has been identified as Yam Bahadur Lal Magar, a resident of Arjundhara Municipality–2, Lapchetar. He had left home around 7 pm on Sunday, saying he was heading to his old house.
5 days ago
ECONOMY, Republica Watch
MCA-Nepal signs $23.7 million road repair contracts under MCC compact
MCA-Nepal signs $23.7 million road repair contracts under MC...
The contracts cover the 40-kilometer stretch of the East-West Highway from Dhan Khola to Lamahi. The agreement includes full-depth reclamation and the use of Superpave technology to upgrade the road. MCA-Nepal Executive Director Khadga Bahadur Bisht said the project aims to widen the road, reduce tr...
5 days ago
SOCIETY
Gen Z activists detained from Maitighar protest released
Gen Z activists detained from Maitighar protest released
The protesters had demonstrated, demanding the formation of an all-party government, and were brought to the District Police Office, Bhadrakali, for questioning. Following standard procedures, they were released shortly afterward.
5 days ago
POLITICS
Govt to amend four election laws to enable overseas and inter-district voting
Govt to amend four election laws to enable overseas and inte...
The government is moving to amend four election laws to enable overseas and inter-district voting, including a ‘no vote’ option, ahead of the upcoming House of Representatives election.
5 days ago
POLITICS
Kathmandu witnesses rare back-to-back recalls of Chinese and US envoys
Kathmandu witnesses rare back-to-back recalls of Chinese and...
Ambassador Thompson is among the career ambassadors whose tenures are set to end in January as part of a broader review aimed at ensuring senior diplomatic personnel align with President Donald Trump’s “America First” priorities.
5 days ago
SOCIETY
Nepal pitches adventure and spiritual tourism to Chinese market at CITM 2025
Nepal pitches adventure and spiritual tourism to Chinese mar...
Nepal showcased its adventure, cultural, and spiritual tourism to Chinese travel professionals at the “Explore Nepal” event in Haikou, strengthening tourism ties and future collaborations.
5 days ago
SOCIETY
Lalitpur-born Ajhar Rajbhandari hits Forbes 30 Under 30 with $15 million e-commerce ventur...
Lalitpur-born Ajhar Rajbhandari hits Forbes 30 Under 30 with...
Lalitpur-born entrepreneur Ajhar Rajbhandari makes Forbes 30 Under 30 for 2026 after his e-commerce company Herd hits $15M in revenue and serves millions worldwide.
5 days ago
SOCIETY
Nepali Army reaffirms commitment to constitution and democratic norms amid Gen Z protests
Nepali Army reaffirms commitment to constitution and democra...
Nepali Army clarifying about its role in the Sept 8–9 Gen Z protest said it acted strictly within the Constitution, respected civilian authority, and focused on protecting lives while supporting democratic stability.
5 days ago
SOCIETY
Nabil Bank wins case relating to Trishuli Hydropower in Chinese court
Nabil Bank wins case relating to Trishuli Hydropower in Chin...
With a verdict from the Higher People’s Court in Chongqing in favour of Nabil Bank, the bank is now legally entitled to receive an amount equivalent to USD 7,449,386.32 under four bank guarantees.
5 days ago