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PHC invites complaints against proposed Election Commissioner Pradhan

Published On: June 21, 2024 02:10 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, June 21: The Parliamentary Hearing Committee (PHC) has decided to invite complaints against the nominated Election Commissioner Krishna Man Pradhan.

Nepal's priority agenda on climate change established: Sheetal Niwas

Published On: June 21, 2024 01:35 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, June 21: The Office of President has claimed that President Ram Chandra Paudel's visit to Switzerland and Germany helped establish the agenda in the international world that the world should prioritize least developed mountainous countries like Nepal in order to reduce the effects of climate change.

Rasuwa customs office collects Rs 585.5 million in fines over 11 months

Published On: June 21, 2024 01:05 PM NPT By: Republica

RASUWA, June 21: The Rasuwa Customs Office has collected fines amounting to Rs 585.5 million from traders attempting to evade revenue by understating the quantity of materials imported from China.

Pay special attention to your children’s health and hygiene this monsoon!

Published On: June 21, 2024 12:30 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, June 21: The monsoon this year has come to Nepal from the east. But, it will take some time to become active across the country, said the Meteorological  Forecasting Division.

Gold price rises by Rs 1,900 per tola

Published On: June 21, 2024 11:45 AM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, June 21: The price of gold rose by Rs 1,900 per tola in the domestic market on Friday.

Monsoon influence expands across Koshi, Madhesh, Bagmati, and Gandaki provinces

Published On: June 21, 2024 10:40 AM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, June 21: The monsoon system is currently impacting four provinces of Nepal.

Melamchi water Supply being halted in Kathmandu Valley from today due to monsoon risks

Published On: June 21, 2024 10:00 AM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, June 21: Residents of Kathmandu Valley will be unable to receive Melamchi drinking water starting today. The Melamchi Water Supply Development Board (MWSDB) has closed the main entrance of the tunnel due to increased flooding risks from the rising water flow in the Melamchi River during the monsoon season.

Fire at Delta Mart in Butwal brought under control after five hours

Published On: June 21, 2024 09:25 AM NPT By: Republica

LUMBINI, June 21: The fire at Delta Mart in Butwal's Milan Chowk was brought under control on Thursday evening after about five hours of intense efforts. The blaze, which started on the top floor of the three-story mart, required the combined efforts of locals and police to extinguish.

Degrading quality of BFIs’ assets poses threat to the stability of country’s financial sector: NRB report

Published On: June 21, 2024 08:10 AM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, June 21: Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has warned that the quality of banks’ assets has been declining and posing challenges to the stability of banks and financial institutions (BFIs).

Kindness needed

Published On: June 21, 2024 07:35 AM NPT By: Republica

Today, on World Refugee Day, we pause to reflect on the many challenges faced by refugees across the globe. From Syria to Myanmar, South Sudan to Venezuela, millions have been forced to flee their homes due to conflict, persecution, and natural disasters.

Monsoon arrives in central parts of Nepal, to spread throughout country in few days

Published On: June 20, 2024 09:58 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, June 20:  The monsoon system has spread to the central parts of Nepal.

High-level probe committee relating to cooperative frauds will be formed: PM

Published On: June 20, 2024 09:26 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, June 20: Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal has said that the government has initiated the process of forming a high-level investigation committee to identify the problematic cooperatives and to address the complaints and grievances of the victims of such cooperatives.

We are looking to expand our product reach and scope in Nepal: Sekisui GM Masahiro Yamasaki

Published On: June 20, 2024 09:06 PM NPT By: Republica

A delegation from Sekisui Chemical--a Japan-based chemical manufacturer--, comprising General Manager Masahiro Yamasaki and Sales Manager Yuya Sakamoto, was recently in Nepal to explore further opportunities for collaboration. Republica interviewed the delegation to learn more about the company's products and its plans to expand business in Nepal. Excerpts:

NRB mops Rs 50 billion from financial system amid liquidity surge

Published On: June 20, 2024 08:51 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, June 20: The Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) on Thursday mopped Rs 50 billion from the banking system, following an increase in liquidity in the market.

Monetary policy not as flexible as during COVID-19, banking sector under pressure: Governor Adhikari

Published On: June 20, 2024 08:18 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, June 20: The quality of banks’ assets has been declining and posing challenges to the stability of banks and financial institutions (BFIs).

Food business operators involved in misconducts could face on-spot cash penalty of up to Rs 500,000

Published On: June 20, 2024 07:42 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, June 20: Operators of food businesses if found selling unhygienic foods to their customers will have to face a cash penalty of up to Rs 500,000 on the spot or a jail term of up to five years or both.

Phanindra Devkota challenges Maoist Center’s decision at Supreme Court

Published On: June 20, 2024 07:03 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, June 20: Phanindra Devkota, leader of the Nepal Samajbadi Party and a member of the Gandaki Provincial Assembly, has filed a writ petition at the Supreme Court against the CPN (Maoist Center)’s decision to revoke his status as an MP.

USAID's five year long KISAN II project concludes

Published On: June 20, 2024 07:00 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, June 20: The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has announced the completion of its Knowledge-based Integrated Sustainable Agriculture and Nutrition (KISAN) II project, showcasing significant achievements in increasing productivity and income for Nepali farmers and agribusinesses.

NEPSE plunges 10.44 points; daily turnover rises to Rs 3.87 billion

Published On: June 20, 2024 06:28 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, June 20: Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) on Thursday declined by 10.44 points to close at 2,068.31 points.

Lalitpur metropolis to establish 'project bank', and 'labor bank'

Published On: June 20, 2024 05:52 PM NPT By: Republica

PATAN, June 20: Lalitpur metropolitan city has incorporated 'project bank' and 'labor bank' in its policies and programmes for the coming fiscal year, 2024/25.