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Kathmandu tops global air pollution chart again

Published On: April 22, 2024 02:40 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, April 22: Kathmandu has once again become the most air-polluted city in the world. According to IQAir, which measures air pollution levels, Kathmandu recorded a pollution level of 182 AQI at 10:30 AM on Monday. This indicates that air pollution in Kathmandu has increased compared to Sunday, making it the most polluted city globally.

Govt decides to transfer Secretary Marasini to finance ministry

Published On: April 22, 2024 02:25 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU,  April 22:  The government has decided to appoint Secretary Madhu Kumar Marasini as the secretary of the Ministry of Finance.

HRW calls for migrant worker protection during Qatari Emir's visit to Bangladesh and Nepal

Published On: April 22, 2024 02:06 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, April 22: Human Rights Watch (HRW) has urged the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani, to prioritize labor protection for migrant workers during his upcoming visits to Bangladesh and Nepal on April 22 and 23, respectively.

Govt declares public holiday on Tuesday as Amir of the State of Qatar is set to arrive

Published On: April 22, 2024 01:34 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, April 22: The government has announced a public holiday tomorrow to mark the arrival of the Emir of Qatar who is visiting Nepal.

Justices Malla and Subedi hearing writ petition filed against Gandaki govt

Published On: April 22, 2024 12:50 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, April 22: The Supreme Court (SC) is hearing a writ petition lodged against the Gandaki Province government. The case has been assigned to Justices Sapana Pradhan Malla and Saranga Subedi.

SC hearing writ petition against appointment of Sudurpaschim CM today

Published On: April 22, 2024 12:15 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, April 22: The Supreme Court (SC) is hearing a writ petition filed against the appointment of Sudurpaschim Province Chief Minister (CM) Dirgha Sodari today.

Gold price decreases by Rs 1,100 per tola

Published On: April 22, 2024 11:35 AM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, April 22: The price of gold has decreased by Rs 1,100 per tola in the domestic market on Monday.

Patan High Court hearing cricketer Sandeep Lamichhane’s appeal today

Published On: April 22, 2024 11:19 AM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, April 22: The Patan High Court is hearing an appeal filed by Sandeep Lamichhane, former captain of the national cricket team, against the decision of the Kathmandu District Court.

Six individuals arrested for stealing Rs 3 million from 11 cooperatives

Published On: April 22, 2024 11:00 AM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, April 22: A group of six individuals has been apprehended for their alleged involvement in stealing from cooperatives in Jhapa.

IGP Kunwar heads to France to attend Interpol conference, AIG Rai to assume duties as Acting IGP

Published On: April 22, 2024 10:30 AM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, April 22: Inspector General of Nepal Police (IGP) Basant Bahadur Kunwar has left for France to participate in the Interpol Conference to be held in Lyon, France.

Construction of suspension bridge linking Thaprang-Tipang completes

Published On: April 22, 2024 10:00 AM NPT By: Republica

BHARATPUR (CHITWAN), April 22: Construction of a suspension bridge over the Wangyang rivulet in Ichhakamana Rural Municipality of Chitwan has completed.

UML celebrating Diamond Jubilee today

Published On: April 22, 2024 09:30 AM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, April 22:  The CPN-UML is celebrating the 75th anniversary of the establishment of the party on Monday.

Elderly dies in fire originating from forest fire

Published On: April 22, 2024 08:26 AM NPT By: Republica

TRIVENI (RUKUM WEST), April 21: One person died in a fire that took place in Bamfikot Rural Municipality-3 of Rukum Pachim. The deceased has been identified as 70-year-old Budi Kami.

Acute shortage of anti-rabies vaccine in Bharatpur Hospital leaves patients in trouble

Published On: April 22, 2024 08:00 AM NPT By: Republica

NARAYANGADH (CHITWAN), April 22: As many as 200 patients visit Bharatpur Hospital on a daily basis for anti-rabies vaccine. However, due to acute shortage of the vaccine, they return home disappointed bearing the risk of viral disease transmitted through bites of rabid animals.

Threats, attacks on journalists must stop

Published On: April 22, 2024 07:30 AM NPT By: Republica

Yet another journalist has become a victim of violence and intimidation, reinforcing the fact that the authorities are still failing to ensure a safe environment for them to perform their duties. On Friday night, unidentified miscreants attacked a crime reporter of Bangla daily Jugantor with some sort of powdery substance that stung, leading to his hospitalisation.

Muglin-Pokhara road expansion: Process of extension of deadline for eastern section commences

Published On: April 21, 2024 10:00 PM NPT By: Republica

TANAHUN, April 21: The contract for the eastern section under the Muglin-Pokhara road extension project has expired. Following the expiry of the contract on April 17, the government has initiated the process of extending the deadline of the project.

Nepal’s nine months’ export earnings could not finance its one month’s imports expense

Published On: April 21, 2024 09:30 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, April 21: Nepal posted a pathetic performance in its foreign trade as of the third quarter of the current fiscal year, with imports recording Rs 137 billion in the past one month compared to total exports earnings of only Rs 113.94 billion in the entire nine months.

7,093 EVs imported in nine months, import growth slows down in Chaitra

Published On: April 21, 2024 08:30 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, April 21: The import of electric vehicles (EVs) has slowed down for the second month in a row.

EC seeks clarification from parties for delayed audit report submission

Published On: April 21, 2024 08:30 PM NPT By: Republica

/kATHMANDU, April 21: The Election Commission (EC) has sought clarification from various political parties for failing to submit their audit reports on time.

Three DIG positions vacant in Nepal Police

Published On: April 21, 2024 08:06 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, April 21: Nepal Police faces a vacancy of three Deputy Inspector General (DIG) positions.