POLITICS
Police face political heat over the prospect of arresting Oli, Lekhak
Police face political heat over the prospect of arresting Ol...
The complaint submitted on October 6 by Sudan Gurung, an activist of the Gen Z movement, along with the family of a deceased protester, demanded the arrest and prosecution of Oli and Lekhak for their alleged role in suppressing the nationwide Gen Z protests on September 8, the first day of the prote...
Oct 11, 2025
POLITICS
Govt decides to transfer budgets for reconstruction, economic recovery
Govt decides to transfer budgets for reconstruction, economi...
The budget transfer is aimed at addressing the problems created in the current situation, he added. It would be spent on holding elections to the House of Representatives and reviving the economy, he further said.
Oct 11, 2025
POLITICS
Prez Paudel urges parties to join elections, urges govt to ensure security guarantee
Prez Paudel urges parties to join elections, urges govt to e...
He urged the government to ensure peace and security so that polls can be held in a free, fair and fearless environment.
Oct 11, 2025
POLITICS, Republica Watch
Nepal withdraws diplomatic number plates for Honorary Consuls, orders red plates on vehicl...
Nepal withdraws diplomatic number plates for Honorary Consul...
The government has withdrawn blue diplomatic number plates previously issued to honorary consuls in Nepal, directing them to use standard red plates instead. While this move allows police to take action against consuls involved in illegal activities, certain ceremonial privileges such as displaying...
Oct 10, 2025
SOCIETY
Lalitpur Metropolis provides Rs 500,000 to family of Gen-Z martyr Binod
Lalitpur Metropolis provides Rs 500,000 to family of Gen-Z m...
Mayor Maharjan said the financial assistance was provided to Binod's family as per the decision of the executive meeting of the metropolis held on September 26.
Oct 10, 2025
POLITICS
Nepali Army says Gen Z protest response were guided by objective assessment of security si...
Nepali Army says Gen Z protest response were guided by objec...
The Nepali Army has defended its response to the Gen Z protests, saying its actions were based on an objective assessment of internal security needs. Critics have questioned the army’s delayed intervention amid widespread vandalism, but the NA emphasised its commitment to transparency and rest...
Oct 10, 2025
SOCIETY
BP highway reopens after five days, public vehicles to operate from Saturday
BP highway reopens after five days, public vehicles to opera...
The BP Highway, which had been closed following floods and landslides triggered by continuous rainfall on Saturday and Sunday, reopened on Friday.
Oct 10, 2025
SOCIETY
Wildlife conservation challenge: Poaching continues unabated in Shuklaphanta
Wildlife conservation challenge: Poaching continues unabated...
Additionally, they are repeatedly using the forest area for unauthorized grazing, damaging forest fences, and collecting grass, firewood, and fodder without permits.
Oct 10, 2025
SOCIETY
Japanese Encephalitis claims 35 percent of patients’ lives in Chitwan
Japanese Encephalitis claims 35 percent of patients’ lives i...
Of those infected, 10 are women and seven are men. Most of the deceased were elderly, said Vector Control Inspector Ram K.C. from the District Public Health Office. The victims were aged 39, 42, 70, 81 and 89 years. Two deaths each occurred in Bharatpur and Rapti municipalities, while one death each...
Oct 10, 2025
OPINION
Nepal’s Biotech Dilemma: Why the Country Needs a National Department Now
Nepal’s Biotech Dilemma: Why the Country Needs a National De...
Nepal urgently needs a National Department of Biotechnology to unify fragmented research efforts, support local talent and drive sustainable innovations in agriculture and health. Without immediate investment and political will, Nepal risks falling further behind in the global biotech revolution, lo...
Oct 10, 2025