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Persistent delays plague road projects by Indian construction companies

Persistent delays plague road projects by Indian construction companies

Tobacco use on the rise in Nepal, 34.1% of population addicted

Tobacco use on the rise in Nepal, 34.1% of population addicted

The Long Aisle Leading to Nepal’s First Same-Sex Marriages

The Long Aisle Leading to Nepal’s First Same-Sex Marriages

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9 are facing charges in what police in Canada say is the biggest gold theft in the country’s history

TORONTO, April 18: Police said nine people are facing charges...

Gold price falls by Rs 600 per tola

KATHMANDU, April 18: The price of gold has gone down...

Dr Anjan Shakya nominated as National Assembly member

KATHMANDU, April 18: President Ram Chandra Paudel has nominated Dr...

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POLITICS
Dr Anjan Shakya nominated as National Assembly member
Dr Anjan Shakya nominated as National Assembly member
 KATHMANDU, April 18: President Ram Chandra Paudel has nominated Dr Anjan Shakya as a member of the National Assembly, based on the government's recommendation.
Lumbini Province: Three UML, one NUP leaders to take oath as ministers without portfolio today
Lumbini Province: Three UML, one NUP leaders to take oath as ministers without portfolio today
 KATHMANDU, April 18: Three leaders from the CPN-UML and one from the Nagarik Unmukti Party (NUP) are set to join the government in Lumbini Province, taking oath today as ministers without portfolio. UML and NUP have finalized the names of the ministers who will be part of the Lumbini Province government.
Former Indian Foreign Secy Shringla highlights India's strategic engagement with neighboring Nepal
Former Indian Foreign Secy Shringla highlights India's strategic engagement with neighboring Nepal
 KATHMANDU, April 18: Former Foreign Secretary of India, Harsh Vardhan Shringla, has underscored the importance of India's strategic relations with neighboring countries, particularly highlighting the ongoing electricity cooperation with Nepal.

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Nepali students were our guests, but now they are our family forever:  Israeli envoy

Nepali students were our guests, but now they are our family forever:  Israeli envoy
LIVE : People from various walks of life pay last tribute to late Nembang
LIVE : People from various walks of life...
‘Awareness among people on heart diseases has improved in Nepal’
‘Awareness among people on heart diseases has improved...
Interview with UAE Ambassador to Nepal, Saeed Hamdan Al Naqbi
Interview with UAE Ambassador to Nepal, Saeed Hamdan...
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OP-ED
Why Federalism has Become Risky for Nepalese Democracy
Why Federalism has Become Risky for Nepalese Democracy

The question arises, do federal or unitary systems promote better social, political and economic outcomes?...

Nepal's Forests in Flames: Echoes of Urgency and Hopeful Solutions
Nepal's Forests in Flames: Echoes of Urgency and Hopeful Solutions

With the onset of the dry season, Nepal's forests undergo a transition from carbon sinks...

A Potential Avenue for the Production of Green Hydrogen-Based Urea Fertilizer in Nepal
A Potential Avenue for the Production of Green Hydrogen-Based Urea Fertilizer in Nepal

The scarcity of nitrogen-based fertilizer is not limited to underdeveloped countries like Nepal, as it...

Pre-Eclampsia: A Concerning Condition for Maternal Health in Nepal
Pre-Eclampsia: A Concerning Condition for Maternal Health in Nepal

Pregnancy is a joyous journey for many women, but it can also present significant health...

Nagdhunga-Sisnekhola tunnel breakthrough: Beginning of a new era in Nepal’s development endeavors
Nagdhunga-Sisnekhola tunnel breakthrough: Beginning of a new era in Nepal’s development endeavors

The breakthrough of the Nagdhunga-Sisnekhola tunnel marks a significant leap forward in Nepal's development. For Nepalis who have only traveled abroad through the tunnel and heard that it was possible, such journeys are...

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Photo Feature
Chariot construction underway for Seto Machhindranath Jatra (Photo Feature)
Chariot construction underway for Seto Machhindranath Jatra (Photo Feature)
In Pictures: Members of Muslim community celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr
In Pictures: Members of Muslim community celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr
RPP stages demonstration in Kathmandu, clash with police (In Pictures)
RPP stages demonstration in Kathmandu, clash with police (In Pictures)
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ECONOMY
Gold price falls by Rs 600 per tola
Gold price falls by Rs 600 per tola

KATHMANDU, April 18: The price of gold has gone down by Rs 600 per tola...

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Sports

Airee holds 11th position in ICC updated ranking for all-rounders
Airee holds 11th position in ICC updated ranking for all-rounders

KATHMANDU, April 17: Nepali national cricket team member Dipendra Singh Airee has advanced his position as an all-rounder in the ICC T20 rankings. According to the International Cricket Council (ICC), he has ascended to the 11th rank from the previous 14th.

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World

9 are facing charges in what police in Canada say is the biggest gold theft in the country’s history
9 are facing charges in what police in Canada say is the biggest gold theft in the country’s history

TORONTO, April 18: Police said nine people are facing charges in what authorities are calling the biggest gold theft in Canadian history from Toronto’s Pearson International airport a year ago.

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THE WEEK
Life is never too pointless to be ended
Life is never too pointless to be ended

"Priye Sufi," a book by Nepali author Subin Bhattarai, is a moving and consoling book. The story's primary lesson is...
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'ULFA: The Mirage of Dawn’ offers a remarkably balanced narration on history of ULFA
'ULFA: The Mirage of Dawn’ offers a remarkably balanced narration on history of ULFA

Rajeev Bhattacharyya’s book offers a remarkable history of ULFA, its formation and rise to prominence, the interplay of its principal...
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Mrityu Diary:  A must read book about life and death
Mrityu Diary:  A must read book about life and death

"Mrityu Diary" or the “Death Diary” is a book written by the author Tulasi Acharya, which is currently available in...
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"Jiwanta Sambandha: A Medical Student's Resonance"
"Jiwanta Sambandha: A Medical Student's Resonance"

As a book enthusiast, I've always been drawn to the world of literature, seeking solace and inspiration within the pages...
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LIFESTYLE
iPhone 14 Pro Max-shot Nepali film 'A Place Under the Sun' set for global OTT platform release
iPhone 14 Pro Max-shot Nepali film 'A Place Under the Sun' set for global OTT platform release

KATHMANDU, April 18: The Nepali film 'A Place Under the Sun,' which was entirely shot with an iPhone 14 Pro Max mobile phone, is set...
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Gunshots heard outside Salman Khan’s residence in Mumbai, police probe on
Gunshots heard outside Salman Khan’s residence in Mumbai, police probe on

MUMBAI, April 14: Gunshots were heard outside Bollywood actor Salman Khan’s residence in Mumbai’s Bandra area early on Sunday, with the police saying that five...
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O.J. Simpson, legendary football player and actor brought down by his murder trial, dies at 76
O.J. Simpson, legendary football player and actor brought down by his murder trial, dies at 76

LAS VEGAS, April 12:  O.J. Simpson, the football star and Hollywood actor acquitted of charges he killed his former wife and her friend in a trial...
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Club Himalaya Nagarkot takes a lead to foster sustainability
Club Himalaya Nagarkot takes a lead to foster sustainability

KATHMANDU, April 10: Club Himalaya Nagarkot has taken commendable measures to foster sustainability and preserve the paradise that surrounds it. More than just a destination,...
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INTERVIEW

'Political will and concerted efforts can lead to tangible progress towards zero hunger'
'Political will and concerted efforts can lead to tangible progress towards zero hunger'
'16th five-year plan to have separate chapter on climate change'
'16th five-year plan to have separate chapter on climate change'
'Think before you click the buy button'
'Think before you click the buy button'
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DIASPORA WATCH
Govt amends conditions to allow non-resident Nepalis to establish an investment company together
Govt amends conditions to allow non-resident Nepalis to establish an investment company together

KATHMANDU, March 4: The government has amended the conditions for establishing investment companies in order to encourage non-resident Nepalis to invest in Nepal. ...
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NRNA lauds govt plan to bring migrant workers under social security scheme
NRNA lauds govt plan to bring migrant workers under social security scheme

KATHMANDU, Dec 22: The Non-Resident Nepalese Association (NRNA) has lauded the government's plan to incorporate migrant workers and those working in informal sectors within the country under the social security scheme. ...
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British Minister holds meeting with Nepali Ambassador Acharya to discuss ex-Gurkhas issue
British Minister holds meeting with Nepali Ambassador Acharya to discuss ex-Gurkhas issue

LONDON, June 22: A British Minister has called on Nepal's Ambassador to the United Kingdom in an attempt to resolve the protracted problems of ex-Gurkhas. ...
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PM Deuba urges NRNs to invest skills and capital for Nepal's development
PM Deuba urges NRNs to invest skills and capital for Nepal's development

KATHMANDU, March 28: Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba has urged the Non-Resident Nepalis (NRNs) to put their capital, technical and managerial knowledge, skills and efficiency for Nepal's development and transformation. ...
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Blog
Reflecting on a festive journey filled with memories and growth
Reflecting on a festive journey filled with memories and growth

Twenty-six years ago, amidst the serene settings of Forestry College in Hetauda, the Dashain festival...

The Importance of Natural World: The Sooner We Realize the Better
The Importance of Natural World: The Sooner We Realize the Better

I had an opportunity to visit the northern part of Sikkim recently: the enthralling and...

The Impact of Support: Journey through Pregnancy
The Impact of Support: Journey through Pregnancy

Garima had always been a free spirit, dancing through life with reckless abandon. She thrived...

Nepal's Tourism: Embracing the Family Bond Beyond the Thrill
Nepal's Tourism: Embracing the Family Bond Beyond the Thrill

Nepal's majestic mountains and exhilarating adventures have long lured international travellers. But for Nepali families...

Blame your Habit, Not Science
Blame your Habit, Not Science

The world is building on technology every day. Technology including tablets, laptops, as well as...

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REPUBLICA WATCH
Persistent delays plague road projects by Indian construction companies
Persistent delays plague road projects by Indian construction companies

KATHMANDU, April 14: Under-construction road projects undertaken by Indian construction companies are facing significant delays. This is particularly true for projects contracted to joint ventures (JVs) between Nepali and Indian firms.

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REVIEW
Dr Fixit's campaign
Dr Fixit's campaign

KATHMANDU, June 26: Dr Fixit has started a program to make people aware on ways to remain safe from possible problems during monsoon season.

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MY CAREER
BBS offers reality-based skills and specializations
BBS offers reality-based skills and specializations

As increasing number of new companies, fuelled by unprecedented growth in science and technology, swarm...

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SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

Elon Musk will be investigated over fake news and obstruction in Brazil after a Supreme Court order
Elon Musk will be investigated over fake news and obstruction in Brazil after a Supreme Court order

RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — A crusading Brazilian Supreme Court justice included Elon Musk as...

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LATEST UPDATES

Russia says 60 dead, 145 injured in concert hall raid; Islamic State group claims responsibility
Russia says 60 dead, 145 injured in concert hall raid; Islamic State group claims responsibility

MOSCOW (AP) — Assailants burst into a large concert hall in Moscow on Friday and...