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Five Nepalis killed in bus accident in India

Published On: July 13, 2016 02:00 AM NPT By: Republica

NEPALGUNJ, July 13: Five Nepali people were killed when a passenger bus heading to New Delhi from Butwal met with an accident in Utter Pradesh in India on Monday, police said.

Gold for Neer and Ganga

Published On: July 13, 2016 01:50 AM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, July 13: Neer Bikram Devkota of Tribhuvan University (TU) and Ganga Bista of Far-western University (FWU) on Tuesday claimed badminton singles title in men's and women's sections respectively in the Prime Minister Cup University-level National Sports being held in the capital.

Preparation to construct a modern Bir Hospital

Published On: July 13, 2016 01:40 AM NPT By: Republica

BHAKTAPUR, July 13: The government has been making preparations to construct a modern Bir Hospital on 563 ropani of public land at Changunarayan Municipality-11 and 14 in Bhaktapur district.

Number of cancer patients on rise

Published On: July 13, 2016 01:30 AM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, July 13: A data has shown that number of cancer patients is increasing in Nepal of late.

Sirish, Gaurika qualify for Rio Olympics

Published On: July 13, 2016 01:20 AM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, July 13: Swimmers Sirish Gurung and Gaurika Singh have secured places for Rio Olympics 2016 to be held from August 5-21.

Samrakshak, Mahika get ITF grants

Published On: July 13, 2016 01:10 AM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, July 13: Nepali lawn tennis player Samrakshak Bhusan Bajrachary and Mahika Rana have received $ 1000 each as travel grants from International Tennis Federation's grand slam development fund.

Opportunity, of sorts

Published On: July 13, 2016 12:45 AM NPT By: Republica

This great opportunity for a more consensual constitutional settlement should not be wasted. For without such broad ownership of the constitution, we fear, it will be impossible for Nepal to witness a semblance of political stability, which in turn is indispensible for lasting peace and prosperity.

'Sports to be prioritized in coming years'

Published On: July 13, 2016 12:20 AM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, July 13: Minister for Information and Communications Sherdhan Rai on Monday said that the government will allocate sufficient budget in coming years for the development of sports.

Infographics: China in Africa

Published On: July 13, 2016 12:05 AM NPT By: Republica

Since 2000, China has emerged as Africa’s largest trading partner and a major source of investment finance as well. Large numbers of Chinese workers and entrepreneurs have moved to Africa in recent years, with estimates running as high as one million. China’s engagement with Africa has no doubt led to faster growth and poverty reduction on the continent. It is also relatively popular: In attitude surveys, 70 percent of African respondents have a positive view of China, higher than percentages in Asia, the Americas, or Europe.

Applications open for ‘Teach for Nepal Fellowship’

Published On: July 13, 2016 12:01 AM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, July 12: ‘Teach for Nepal’, an organization dedicated for the development of education in rural areas of Nepal, is welcoming applications for its fifth ‘Teach for Nepal Fellowship’ program.

Resident Docs warn TUTH admin over KC's deteriorating health

Published On: July 12, 2016 09:00 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, July 13: Students pursuing MBBS and higher degree under the Institute of Medicine (IOM) warned the Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital (TUTH) administration not to overlook the deteriorating health condition of Dr Govinda KC, who is on a fast-unto-death since Sunday evening.

Hotel Temple Inn begins operation

Published On: July 12, 2016 08:50 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, July 12: Hotel Temple Inn has started operation of its service from Sunday.

IDBL's Special AGM approves share swap ratio

Published On: July 12, 2016 08:23 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, July 12: The Special Annual General Meeting of International Development Bank Ltd (IDBL) held on Tuesday approved the share swap ration proposed by the development bank's board of directors.

Arghakhanchi Cement trains APF personnel

Published On: July 12, 2016 08:19 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, July 12: Arghakhanchi OPC Cement has provided training to personnel of Armed Police Force (APF) who are involved in construction of earthquake resistance buildings.

Bank of Kathmandu helps Dhurmus Suntali Foundation

Published On: July 12, 2016 08:12 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, July 12: Bank of Kathmandu (BoK) Ltd has provided Rs 500,000 to Dhurmus Suntali Foundation. Ajay Shrestha, CEO of BoK, presented a check for Rs 500,000 to Sitaram Kattel of 'Dhurmus Suntali Foundation' amidst a program held at the bank. According to a statement issued by the bank, the foundation is headed by popular comedian couple Sitaram Kattel and Kunjana Ghimire, who are engaged in different social initiatives after the earthquakes of 2015.

Sagarmatha Insurance to give 23.75% bonus shares

Published On: July 12, 2016 08:10 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, July 12: Sagarmatha Insurance Company Ltd has decided to distribute 23.75 percent bonus shares and 1.25 percent cash dividend (for tax purpose) to its shareholders.

Nepal Tourism Promotion Program held in Lao PDR

Published On: July 12, 2016 05:48 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, July 12: The Embassy of Nepal, Bangkok organized a tourism promotion program in Savannakhet, Lao People's Democratic Republic, on 9 July 2016 with the slogan of 'Nepal is beautiful: visit, and enjoy in Nepal'.

No agreement with CPN (Maoist Center) yet: Gopal Man Shrestha

Published On: July 12, 2016 03:59 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, July 12: Within a couple of hours of the CPN (Maoist Center) claiming that it has reached an agreement with the Nepali Congress (NC) to form the new government, NC leader Gopal Man Shrestha said that his party has not reached any such agreement – neither written nor verbal – with the Maoists.

PM not to resign, to face no-confidence motion

Published On: July 12, 2016 03:45 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, July 12: Although the CPN (Maoist Center), a major ruling partner, has decided to withdraw its support to the KP Sharma Oli-led government, PM will not resign.

Step down now: CPN (Maoist Center) tells PM Oli (video)

Published On: July 12, 2016 03:35 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, July 12: CPN (Maoist Center), which decided to withdraw its support to the current government earlier today, has asked Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli to “step down and pave the way” for the formation of a new government.