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Funds collected for social security schemes already spent

Published On: April 17, 2019 09:41 AM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, April 17: Social Security Fund (SSF) has no cash to run social security programs immediately as the government has not provided it Rs 22 billion collected for the purpose over the last eight years.

External sector position continues to worsen

Published On: April 17, 2019 09:37 AM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, April 17: Balance of Payments (BoP) deficit widened in the eighth month of the current fiscal year, indicating the worsening external sector position of the country.

Hero MotoCorp launches Destini 125 family scooter

Published On: April 17, 2019 09:11 AM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, April 17: Two-wheeler manufacturer Hero MotoCorp Ltd today launched Destini 125, a family scooter, in the Nepali market. Issuing a press statement Tuesday, the company said that the scooter with its revolutionary i3S technology is the first of its kind to be introduced in Nepal.

Stocks close firmly higher stretching New Year gains

Published On: April 17, 2019 08:49 AM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU: Stocks opened Tuesday's trading on a poised note and climbed above 1,190 points mark in the beginning hour. The Nepal Stocks Exchange (Nepse) index continued to see strength in the remaining trading hours and witnessed a surge mid-session that pushed the benchmark index over the crucial 1,200-point mark. Further rally toward the end saw the index close the day 23.33 points higher at 1,212.05 points.

Maternal mortality remains high in Nepal: UNFPA report

Published On: April 17, 2019 08:39 AM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, April 17: Nepal has made a significant progress in maternal health and family planning since 1994, according to a recent report of the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA). However, reproductive rights still remain out of reach for many women in Nepal.

SC gives go ahead for citizenship distribution

Published On: April 17, 2019 06:30 AM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, April 17: The Supreme Court on Tuesday gave the government the go-ahead for issuing citizenship by descent to the offspring of those who were given citizenship by birth under a special one-time decision taken some 12 years ago.

Ncell ordered to pay remaining Rs 39.06b tax within 7 days

Published On: April 17, 2019 06:00 AM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, April 17: Large Taxpayers' Office (LTO) has assessed the tax amount of Ncell buyout and asked the company on Tuesday to pay the remaining capital gains tax (CGT) amounting to Rs 39.06 billion, which includes interest and fine, within seven days.

Court to hear tax settlement corruption cases on May 5

Published On: April 17, 2019 05:30 AM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, April 17: After several deferrals, the Special Court has said it will conduct the final hearings on the multi-billion rupee corruption cases involving former Inland Revenue Department (IRD) chief Chudamani Sharma on May 5.

Kenya club owner held for trafficking in Nepali women

Published On: April 17, 2019 04:30 AM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, April 17: A Kenyan court has charged a man of Indian origin holding dual passport of Great Britain and Canada with sex trafficking of 12 Nepali women. The man in question owns a club in Kenyan city of Mombasa from where Nepali women were rescued earlier this week.

Couldn't wait for info minister due to adverse weather: Buddha Air

Published On: April 17, 2019 04:00 AM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, April 17: Responding to Minister for Communication and Information Technology Gokul Baskota's remarks about missing his flight, Buddha Air has said that it could not have waited for the minister any longer as this could have meant aborting the flight and inconveniencing the 68 passengers already on board.

Complaints at PHC question selection criteria of justices

Published On: April 17, 2019 03:30 AM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, April 17: Out of the total five complaints registered at the Parliamentary Hearings Committee (PHC), two complaints have questioned the criteria and selection process of justices recommended by the Judicial Council instead of questioning the recommended individuals.

State of dishonor

Published On: April 17, 2019 02:00 AM NPT By: Republica

Civilian awards 2019

Infographics: History of Notre-Dame Cathedral

Published On: April 17, 2019 12:05 AM NPT By: Republica

It took 182 years to build and has stood for more than eight centuries. But in less than two hours, the Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris was in ruins, its future uncertain, after a fire ripped through the iconic landmark.

April 16: 6 things to know by 6 PM today

Published On: April 16, 2019 06:00 PM NPT By: Republica

Your daily dose of missed important news of the day.

‘Dear Love’ releases its trailer

Published On: April 16, 2019 04:34 PM NPT By: Republica

With the access to internet, the trend of producing web series is on the rise. A decade ago, only television serials were produced and that would be for different television channels. Amidst a special program held on Monday in Kathmandu, ‘Dear Love’—a new web series showcasing a love story was released.

4.5 Richter earthquake hits Gorkha

Published On: April 16, 2019 01:32 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, April 16: A 4.5 Richter scale earthquake hit Gorkha and surrounding areas at 12:35 PM, the National Seismological Center (NSC) said.

Govt to host 'Sagarmatha Dialogue' to debate on global issues every two years

Published On: April 16, 2019 01:18 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, April 16: The government will set up a flagship international forum called “Sagarmatha Dialogue,” in Kathmandu to host dialogues with the countries from South Asia and beyond on contemporary global issues such as climate change and global warming, officials said.

Government should bring Biplav-led group into mainstream politics: NC President

Published On: April 16, 2019 12:54 PM NPT By: Republica

BHIMDUTTANAGAR, April 16: Nepali Congress president Sher Bahadur Deuba has stressed that the incumbent government should bring Netra Bikram Chand (Biplav)-led group into the mainstream of national politics through talks.

Muglin Arch bridge to operate from mid-May

Published On: April 16, 2019 12:45 PM NPT By: Republica

Muglin, April 16: A motorable 'arch bridge' being built over the Trishuli River is coming into operation in the near future. The bridge will connect Muglin of Ichhakamana rural municipality, Chitwan and Benitar of Anbukhaireni rural municipality, Tanahun.

Education Minister appeals for making School Enrollment Campaign successful

Published On: April 16, 2019 12:15 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, April 16: Minister for Education, Science, and Technology, Giriraj Mani Pokhrel, has urged all the stakeholders to make the School Enrollment Campaign 2076 successful.