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CNI delegation meets Finance Minister

Published On: June 23, 2017 09:40 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, June 23: Confederation of Nepalese Industries (CNI) has urged the government to create enabling environment for business and investment.

NIC ASIA launches CRLTS service

Published On: June 23, 2017 09:40 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, June 23: NIC AISA Bank has announced the launch of Customer Retail Loan Tracking System (CRLTS) through which customers can track their retail loan proposal on the bank's official website -- www.nicasiabank.com -- by entering the application ID and mobile numbers.

Second win for Nepal Storm in ACPL

Published On: June 23, 2017 09:35 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, June 23: Dishant Yadav scored a half century as Nepal Storm registered a one wicket victory over Sri Lankan Lions in the ongoing Asian Club Premier League (ACPL) on Friday.

Strengthened monitoring mechanism to make election peaceful: CEC Yadav

Published On: June 23, 2017 08:14 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, June 23: Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Dr. Ayodhee Prasad Yadav has said the Election Commission has made monitoring arrangements at various levels, as it seeks to conduct the upcoming second-phase of local-level elections in a free, impartial and peaceful atmosphere.

Four-point deal with temporary teachers

Published On: June 23, 2017 08:09 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, June 23: The agitating temporary schoolteachers have ended the hunger strike following a four-point deal with the Ministry of Education.

Chandragiri becomes major tourist hub in short period

Published On: June 23, 2017 07:30 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, June 23: Chandragiri has become an attractive tourist destination within 11 months of the operation of Chandragiri cable car. One can see panoramic view of Kathmandu Valley and the surrounding mountains from Chandragiri hill.

Electric structures to be laid underground in Capital

Published On: June 23, 2017 05:47 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, June 23: The government is planning to lay the electric devices and structures including the cables underground as such unplanned infrastructures are worsening the beauty of the metropolis.

Corruption should end for development: Naya Shakti coordinator Bhattarai

Published On: June 23, 2017 05:05 PM NPT By: Republica

URLABARI (Morang), June 23: Naya Shakti Party, Nepal coordinator Dr Baburam Bhattarai today said the country could not pursue development until thriving corruption ends.

Nepali woman wins mountain bike race in Sri Lanka

Published On: June 23, 2017 05:01 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, June 23: A Nepali woman has won the 'Sri Lanka Holidays Rumble In The Jungle 2017' – a premier mountain bike race.

Crazy about ideas

Published On: June 23, 2017 04:04 PM NPT By: Republica

All good things start with an idea. Manish Shrestha and Kreeti Shakya, both of whom are in their 30s now, came to Kathmandu with a dream to bring a creative edge to marketing in Nepal. After working for a few years in the U.S they realized that there was a need for a ‘paradigm shift’ in the marketing sector back in their country. There was a gap between the creative minds and the communications sector. To fill in this vacuum and to provide a platform for innovative talents the duo started their own venture, the Kazi Studios.

The young dreamer

Published On: June 23, 2017 03:58 PM NPT By: Republica

She entered the court for the first time when she was seven. This young dreamer knew exactly what she wanted when she was in grade two. “Like any other kid I loved playing”, says Pratibha Mali, “but I took my game a bit too seriously”. At the young age of thirteen, she joined the national volleyball team. She is now only fifteen and has already represented Nepal in various international platforms.

18 polling stations highly-sensitive, 40 sensitive in Palpa

Published On: June 23, 2017 03:34 PM NPT By: Republica

RAMPUR (Palpa), June 23: As many as 18 polling stations in the district have been listed as highly-sensitive that might witness violence and other anti-election activities during the second phase of the local level elections taking place on June 28, the local administration said.

KMC to set up urinals in 41 different locations

Published On: June 23, 2017 03:32 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, June 23: The Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) will be setting up urinals at 41 different locations.

Exploring Ladakh

Published On: June 23, 2017 02:55 PM NPT By: Republica

So what do you want from your next holiday? If you are in no mood to settle for just sightseeing or shopping, but want the whole package i.e. adventure, activities, culture, all in the lap of breathtaking nature, then The Week has just the right option. Pack your rucksacks for we are headed to explore the barren and rugged beauty of Ladakh.

Truth about travel

Published On: June 23, 2017 02:39 PM NPT By: Republica

Everybody who loves to travel knows that it is full of pitfalls. One wrong step and your vacation could be ruined – by a dingy hotel room, an overpriced restaurant, a wasted afternoon at a tourist-trap attraction or an overnight flight crammed in the middle seat. Though travels are full of major decisions, paying attention to little things is what makes a trip easy and less stressful. Guarantee a smooth trip by planning it thoroughly. Here are some tips to get you started.

Understanding diabetes

Published On: June 23, 2017 12:59 PM NPT By: Republica

Diabetes is a chronic disease where the body either can’t produce insulin or can’t utilize the insulin it produces very well. There are many, who despite having this disease or having family members diagnosed with it, don’t know much about it. The Week talked to Dr Priyadarshani Yonzan, endocrinologist at Alka Hospital, Ekantakuna, to know more about how diabetes affects the body and how it can be managed.

Govt declares 4-day holidays in 35 districts during election

Published On: June 23, 2017 12:53 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, June 23: Issuing public notice, Home Ministry has declared June 25, 26, 27 and 28 as public holidays in view of the second-phase local level polls slated for June 28 .

When in New Road

Published On: June 23, 2017 12:30 PM NPT By: Republica

Pani-puri has long been a part people’s lives in Kathmandu, and every corner and alley seems to have its own local pani-puri vendor. Tiwari Sonali Fast Food, formerly known as the Tiwari Brothers, is one that has been around for more than 40 years. It was established three generations ago, in New Road, and is being run by Gopal Prasad Shah and his family for the last nineteen years.

Weigh your options

Published On: June 23, 2017 10:08 AM NPT By: Republica

So you’ve just passed your SEE exams with flying colors but what now? Should you continue with your SLC or opt for international degrees like A-Levels or International Baccalaureate? How do you find good colleges? How do you even apply at these colleges? Here are a few things you need to keep in mind before applying.

A-Level in Nepal

Published On: June 23, 2017 09:53 AM NPT By: Republica

Studying A level after grade 10 has been an alternative to Grade 11 and 12 in Nepal. However, it is more expensive compared to other high school education.