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Experts for bringing UML on board amendment

Published On: December 7, 2016 02:39 AM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Dec 7: As political polarization grows in the wake of the government registering a seven-point constitutional amendment bill in Parliament last week, political analysts have suggested that the main ruling parties start negotiations with the CPN-UML to bring it on board the amendment process and thus avert a looming constitutional crises.

Government bodies not taking directives seriously: House committee

Published On: December 7, 2016 02:19 AM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Dec  7: Parliamentary Development Committee has stated that the government bodies have not shown due seriousness toward implementing decisions and directives given by the committee on various occasions.

Red Cross unhappy with govt's NGO policy on reconstruction

Published On: December 7, 2016 01:38 AM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Dec 7 : The International Federation of Red Cross in its World Disaster Report released on Tuesday has expressed its dissatisfaction over Nepal government's policy regarding the operation of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in the reconstruction task in areas affected by earthquakes last year.

Image problem

Published On: December 7, 2016 01:18 AM NPT By: Republica

Even in Kathmandu, which is hundreds of kilometers away from the main Indo-Nepal trading points, perhaps nine out of ten shops will (illegally) accept Indian currency notes. In Tarai-Madhesh abutting India, the use of Indian currency for transitional purposes is still more widespread.

Self-defense class boosts confidence among girls

Published On: December 6, 2016 10:20 PM NPT By: Republica

LALITPUR, Dec 6: The association of St. Mary’s Alumni Nepal (ASMAN) organized a self-defense training with trainers from Paritran Risk Management Solutions (PRISMS) at St. Mary’s High School, Jawalakhel from November 28 to December 3.

Valley Public into semifinal

Published On: December 6, 2016 09:34 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Dec 7: Valley Public School registered twin wins in girls' basketball to book semifinal spot in the Sixth Angels' Heart Sports Festival on Tuesday. Valley Public overcame Bhadrakali School 20-15 and host Angels' Heart 25-23 respectively.

Global Disability Inclusion Conference begins

Published On: December 6, 2016 09:29 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Dec 6: A three-day Global Disability Inclusion conference, which brings together global experts and representatives from the disabled people's organisations from over 40 countries, started in Kathmandu from Tuesday.

Turkish national arrested with 6 kg hashish

Published On: December 6, 2016 08:59 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Dec 6: Nepal Police on Monday arrested a Turkish national in possession of 6 kg hashish while trying to smuggle the contraband to Turkey.

Maoist Center urges PM to expedite talks with parties

Published On: December 6, 2016 08:50 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Dec 7 : Ruling CPN (Maoist Center) has decided to hold political discussions with all the parties for endorsing the constitution amendment bill through a two-thirds parliamentary majority.

NAC, Soaltee join hands for tourism promotion

Published On: December 6, 2016 08:43 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Dec 6: Soaltee Crowne Plaza and Nepal Airlines Corporation (NAC) have entered into a commercial agreement with the intention of engaging in mutually beneficial business activities for both the sides.

Student, youth wings of opposition parties decide to intensify protest

Published On: December 6, 2016 06:56 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Dec 6: The student and youth organizations close to the opposition parties have decided to intensify their stir against the constitution amendment proposal tabled at the parliament.

Land surveyor arrested with Rs 5,000 bribe

Published On: December 6, 2016 06:48 PM NPT By: Republica

BARA, Dec 6: The Commission for Investigation of Abuse and Authority (CIAA) on Tuesday arrested a land surveyor from Kalaiya, Bara while taking Rs 5,000 bribe from a service seeker.

TU results published

Published On: December 6, 2016 06:14 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Dec 6: The Tribhuvan University Office of the Controller of Examinations, Balkhu, has on Tuesday published the results of three year Bachelor in Science (B.Sc.) second year examinations. The examinations were conducted in the month of July/August earlier this year.

Sapkota elected chair of VYCCU SACCOS

Published On: December 6, 2016 06:04 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Dec 6: The 27th annual general meeting of the VYCCU Savings and Credit Cooperative Organization based in Gaindakot of Nawalparasi district has unanimously elected a 15-member new working committee under the leadership of Keshab Prasad Sapkota.

Cancer patient appeals for life

Published On: December 6, 2016 05:35 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Dec 6: A cancer patient Narayan Chaudhary of Patharaiya in Kailali has appealed to the people for monetary help in his treatment.

Constitution amendment necessary for its enforcement: DPM Nidhi

Published On: December 6, 2016 05:08 PM NPT By: Republica

CHITWAN, Dec 6: Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Home Affairs, Bimalendra Nidhi has said that the constitution amendment was essential even to implement it.

Conspiracy plotting to split provinces: Leader Nembang

Published On: December 6, 2016 03:56 PM NPT By: Republica

SOLUKHUMBU, Dec 6: CPN (UML) leader and former constituent assembly ( CA) chair Subas Nembang has opined for not splitting the Province No 5.

Prohibitory order withdrawn in Taulihawa

Published On: December 6, 2016 03:50 PM NPT By: Republica

KAPILVASTU, Dec 6: The local administration in Kapilvastu has lifted its prohibitory orders issued earlier for the district headquarters Taulihawa, in view of the public demonstrations taking place for and against the constitution amendment proposal.

Ministry issues notice seeking clarifications from 3 NEA board members

Published On: December 6, 2016 03:46 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Dec 6: The Ministry of Energy has issued a public notice, seeking clarifications from three members on the Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA) Board of Directors over their performance in office.

Study Plus to hold Teacher's Futsal Cup on Dec 24

Published On: December 6, 2016 03:21 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Dec 6: Study Plus has said that it is organizing 4th Teacher’s Futsal Cup on 24 December 2016 at X-cel Recreational Center, Baluwatar.