OPINION
Gordian Knot of Nepalese Law on Ride-Sharing Services
Gordian Knot of Nepalese Law on Ride-Sharing Services
The ride-sharing service has become a staple foundation of the gig economy in Nepal while the government has not been able to generate significant employment opportunities. This industry will become more technology-friendly, safe, and affordable with the entry of new international technologies and i...
Aug 15, 2024
WORLD
India celebrates 78th Independence Day today, PM Narendra Modi to address from Red Fort
India celebrates 78th Independence Day today, PM Narendra Mo...
NEW DELHI, Aug 15: India is celebrating its 78th Independence Day on Thursday, August 15. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will begin the celebrations by hoisting the national flag at the iconic Red Fort in Delhi, followed by an address to the nation.
Aug 15, 2024
Editorial
Rule and exception: On a reminder on the fundamentals of bail law
Rule and exception: On a reminder on the fundamentals of bai...
The Supreme Court of India’s order granting bail to Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia is a reminder to judges that they cannot deny bail as a form of punishment. It is also a reminder that the fundamentals of bail law are quite simple.
Aug 15, 2024
ECONOMY
Electricity substation built at Chaukha of Jajarkot
Electricity substation built at Chaukha of Jajarkot
KANKREBIHAR (SURKHET), Aug 14: An electricity transmission line substation with a capacity of 33/11 kV has been constructed at Chaukha, Nalgad Municipality-12 of Jajarkot.
Aug 14, 2024
POLITICS
Madheshi Commission recommends reviewing reservation policy
Madheshi Commission recommends reviewing reservation policy
KATHMANDU, Aug 14: The Madheshi Commission submitted its sixth annual report to President Ram Chandra Paudel on Wednesday. In the report, the Commission recommended reviewing the reservation policy and listing Sakhadeshwari Bhagwati on the World Heritage List.
Aug 14, 2024
SOCIETY
Call for leaders to empower skills and services of youth
Call for leaders to empower skills and services of youth
KATHMANDU, Aug 14: The participants of the Nepal Youth Conference 2024 have submitted the ‘Youth Declaration’ to Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli. The declaration that was prepared by two conferences of youth participating from all seven provinces was presented to Prime Minister Oli.
Aug 14, 2024
SOCIETY
Two foreigners held with cocaine
Two foreigners held with cocaine
KATHMANDU, Aug 14: Nepal Police have arrested two foreign nationals in possession of one kilogram and 400 grams of cocaine.
Aug 14, 2024
POLITICS, Republica Watch
US, EU and Switzerland welcome parliamentary endorsement of the Bill to amend TJ Act
US, EU and Switzerland welcome parliamentary endorsement of...
KATHMANDU, Aug 14: The United States, European Union, and Switzerland have welcomed the decision of the House of Representatives (HoR) to endorse the bill to amend the Enforced Disappearances Enquiry, Truth, and Reconciliation Commission (Third Amendment) Act 2024, on Wednesday.
Aug 14, 2024
SOCIETY
State incurs loss of over Rs 2 billion in passport procurement and distribution
State incurs loss of over Rs 2 billion in passport procureme...
KATHMANDU, Aug 14: The Department of Passports (DoP) under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has incurred a loss of over Rs 2 billion in revenue due to a collusion between DoP officials and a French company during the procurement and printing of electronic passports (e-passports).
Aug 14, 2024
SOCIETY
DPM Singh seeks experts suggestions to increase flow of water in rivers of Kathmandu
DPM Singh seeks experts suggestions to increase flow of wate...
KATHMANDU, Aug 14: Deputy Prime Minister and Urban Development Minister Prakash Man Singh discussed with experts the issue of increasing water flow in Bagmati, Bishnumati and other rivers in the Kathmandu Valley.
Aug 14, 2024