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One killed, two seriously injured in a motorcycle accident

Published On: June 22, 2024 10:31 AM NPT By: Republica

JHAPA, June 24: A man died and two others were severely injured in a motorcycle accident in Jhapa this morning. The accident occurred after the motorcycle lost control in Mechinagar Municipality-15, the police said.

Two-way traffic resumes in Narayanghat-Mugling road blocked by landslides

Published On: June 22, 2024 10:25 AM NPT By: Republica

CHITWAN, June 22: The Narayanghat-Mugling Road, which was blocked by landslides, has now been cleared and reopened for traffic in both directions.

Electricity supply to be interrupted in various parts of Kathmandu today

Published On: June 22, 2024 09:40 AM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, June 22: The electricity supply will be interrupted in several areas of Kathmandu today and tomorrow. The Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA) announced that the electricity service will be disrupted in regions served by the Matatirtha substation from June 22 to June 23.

Maldhunga-Beni road to close for 13 days starting today

Published On: June 22, 2024 09:00 AM NPT By: Republica

PARBAT, June 21: The Maldhunga-Beni road, a key segment of the Kaligandaki Corridor Project of National Pride linking North to South, will be closed for maintenance from tomorrow for 13 days.

Nepal's trade deficit exceeds Rs 1.314 trillion as exports continue to slump

Published On: June 22, 2024 08:25 AM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, June 22: Nepal continues to struggle with a significant trade deficit, reaching Rs 1.3144 trillion by the end of May 2024/25.

Pioneer Moto Corp offers free fuel for four years on Nissan Magnite SUV

Published On: June 22, 2024 08:20 AM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, June 22: Pioneer Moto Corp Pvt Ltd, the authorized distributor of Nissan vehicles for Nepal, has announced an exclusive offer on the highly sought-after Nissan Magnite. Customers can now drive home the big, bold, and beautiful Nissan Magnite with four years free fuel.

Police confiscate 712 sacks of chemical fertilizer in Parsa

Published On: June 22, 2024 08:05 AM NPT By: Republica

BIRGUNJ, June 22: Police have confiscated 712 sacks of chemical fertilizer worth Rs one million in Parsa. The urea fertilizer, brought illegally from India, was found hidden in a store.

Is Sri Lanka ready for a future of demographic decline?

Published On: June 22, 2024 07:52 AM NPT By: Republica

Sri Lanka stands at a critical juncture, grappling with a demographic shift that poses significant future challenges. In the past few weeks, reports from Gynaecologists and Obstetricians that were publicized in the media, reveal alarming trends: the number of births has plummeted by more than 100,000 over the past five years, while the annual death rate has surged by 35,000.

Complaints on the rise against those defrauding foreign job aspirants in Banke

Published On: June 21, 2024 09:55 PM NPT By: Republica

NEPALGUNJ, June 21: The number of complaints against those who have duped foreign job aspirants has been on the rise in Banke district.

NHRC asks Home Ministry for details on Ruby Khan’s hunger strike

Published On: June 21, 2024 09:15 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, June 21: The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has raised serious concerns over the hunger strike and protests led by Ruby Khan and other women from Banke, demanding justice for Nirmala Kurmi.

Govt recommends ambassadors for eight countries, Former Chief Secy Regmi recommended for India

Published On: June 21, 2024 08:51 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, June 21: The government has recommended Nepalese ambassadors for eight countries. A cabinet meeting held on Friday recommended the ambassadors as per the power-sharing deal among the ruling parties.

SEE 2025 to be held from March 20

Published On: June 21, 2024 08:40 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, June 21: The National Examination Board (NEB) has released the Secondary Education Examination (SEE) schedule for the year 2025.

IRD reports 11.3 percent revenue growth

Published On: June 21, 2024 07:59 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, June 21: The Inland Revenue Department (IRD) has reported an 11.30 percent increase in revenue collection, totaling Rs 41.19 billion as of June 14 of the current Fiscal Year (FY) 2023/24, compared to Rs 37 billion during the same period last fiscal year.

Delta Mart fire estimated to have caused loss of property worth Rs 500 million

Published On: June 21, 2024 07:20 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, June 21: The fire that broke out on Thursday evening at Delta Mart in Milan Chowk, Butwal Sub-Metropolitan City-8, has caused an estimated property damage of around Rs 500 million.

SC schedules hearing on Home Minister Lamichhane’s case for June 30

Published On: June 21, 2024 06:40 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, June 21: The Supreme Court (SC) has decided to extend the hearing on the case against Home Minister Rabi Lamichhane as the session held on Friday concluded without reaching a conclusion. Due to time constraints, Friday's hearing could not be completed, and the remaining hearing is now scheduled for June 30. Advocates representing Home Minister Lamichhane have yet to present their arguments.

Sandhikharka-Tamghas transmission line comes into operation

Published On: June 21, 2024 06:00 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, June 21: The Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA) has announced that the construction of the 132 kilovolt double circuit transmission line from Sandhikharka Municipality -6 in Arghakhanchi to Resunga Municipality-7 in Gulmi has been completed. The construction of the 132 KV Tamghas substation has also been completed at Unaichaur under the same transmission line.

Nepal’s public debt exceeds Rs 2.4 trillion

Published On: June 21, 2024 05:25 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, June 21: Nepal's total public debt has exceeded Rs 2.4 trillion. According to the Public Debt Management Office (PDMO), by mid-June of the current fiscal year 2023/24, the country’s domestic debt amounted to Rs 1.195 trillion and external debt amounted to Rs 1.28 trillion.

Indian national arrested on charge of Hundi business absconds from Gaur Customs Office

Published On: June 21, 2024 04:40 PM NPT By: Republica

RAUTAHAT, June 21: An Indian national arrested in connection with a huge amount of cash with undisclosed sources has absconded from the Gaur Customs Office.

St Xavier’s college honors fusion guitarist Anil Shahi

Published On: June 21, 2024 04:13 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, June 21: Saint Xavier’s College has honored renowned fusion guitarist Anil Shahi, who has been playing guitar in a classical style for the past 25 years through the ‘10th Father Eugene L Watrin Memorial Cultural Award and Survaahini: a Musical Bliss” on Wednesday.

Arvind Kejriwal Bail Order “Perverse”: Probe Agency To Delhi High Court

Published On: June 21, 2024 03:52 PM NPT By: Republica

DELHI, June 21: Hours before he was set to be released from Tihar Jail, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal suffered a major setback when the Delhi High Court paused his bail order in a corruption case related to the Delhi Liquor Policy. The move came after  Enforcement Directorate challenged Mr Kejriwal's bail in a new petition.