SC hearing petition against Home Minister Lamichhane today
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, May 29: The Supreme Court (SC) is scheduled to conduct a hearing on the writ petition filed against Home Minister Rabi Lamichhane today.
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Temperature expected to rise further in Terai over next few days, precaution advised
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, May 29: The Meteorological Forecasting Department (MFD) has issued a warning about rising temperatures across the country over the next few days, with extreme heat expected in the Terai region.
The Challengers: Game of Himalayas" premiered at AMC Empire 25 in New York
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, May 29: The premiere of the raw reality show "The Challengers: Game of Himalayas" was held at the historic AMC Empire 25 in Times Square, New York.
71st International Everest Day being celebrated with special programs
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, May 29: The 71st International Everest Day is being celebrated today with various special programs.
Numbers of youths seeking foreign employment opportunities surge
- by Sabita Khadka
KATHMANDU, May 27: The number of youths going abroad for foreign employment exceeded 771,000 in the last fiscal year 2022/23.
NC ends parliament obstruction after 4-pt deal to probe cooperatives including Lamichhane-linked Gorkha Media
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, May 29: The main opposition party, Nepali Congress (NC), has lifted its parliamentary obstruction following an agreement among major parties to form a parliamentary probe committee to address the problems of cooperatives across the country.
Govt estimates to spend Rs 1.530 trillion in current FY, less by Rs 221 billion than announced budget
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, May 29: The government has estimated to utilize only Rs 1.530 trillion of the budget compared to the announced expenditure for the current fiscal year. Finance Minister Barsha Man Pun said the revised estimation of recurrent expenditure stands at Rs 1.067 trillion, while those on capital expenditure and financial provision will be Rs 215.30 billion and Rs 247.55 billion, respectively.
Drug addiction surges as authorities fail to curb drug trafficking
- by Rekha Bhusal
BHAIRAHAWA, May 29: Drug addiction is on the rise as authorities fail to control drug trafficking.
Govt unveils budget of Rs 1.860 trillion for the FY 2024/25, 6.2 percent more than the budget for current FY
- by RAJESH KHANAL
KATHMANDU, May 29: The government has announced a total budget of Rs 1.860 trillion for the fiscal year 2024/25.
Budget cannot address key economic issues facing the country: NC
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, May 29: The main opposition, Nepali Congress (NC), has said that the budget is ritualistic and fails to address the key economic issues facing the country.
Republicans must mend their ways to save republican system
- by Republica
A republic is a political system in which governance is conducted by elected representatives from the local to the central level. Nepal adopted this system on May 28, 2008, replacing the monarchy. The republic was born out of a combination of the Maoist armed rebellion, the aspirations of major political parties, and the will of the people.
Ncell requests 5-year renewal, urges installment plan for Rs 4 billion
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, May 28: Nepal’s leading private telecom services provider, Ncell, has submitted an application for a 5-year renewal of its operating license, set to expire in August this year.
Israeli women delegation in Kathmandu to explore business opportunities
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, May 29: A delegation of Israel-Asia Chamber of Commerce arrived in Kathmandu to explore business opportunities in Nepal.
Seiko opens first flagship store in Nepal
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, May 28: The renowned Japanese watch brand Seiko has opened its first flagship store in Nepal, located in the upscale market of Durbarmarg, Kathmandu. The country's first Seiko boutique has been launched at the Wan Darbar Mall, aligning with Seiko's strategy to establish a strong presence in rapidly developing markets.
Indian climber dies after Everest bid, eighth death this season
- by AFP/RSS
KATHMANDU, May 28: An Indian climber rescued from Everest has died in hospital, a Nepali tourism official said Tuesday, taking the number of fatalities this season on the world's highest mountain to eight.
Govt lifts VAT imposed on potato, onion and perishable food items
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, May 28: The government has made changes in the tax rates of different goods and commodities through the upcoming fiscal year's budget announced on Tuesday.
Tax payments to be facilitated with QR codes
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, May 28: The government is set to introduce arrangements for tax payments using QR codes.
FinMin announces Rs 500 million to enhance Melamchi Water Supply
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, May 28: The government has set a goal to improve distribution of drinking water in areas outside the ring road in Kathmandu Valley in the upcoming fiscal year 2024/25.
FY 2024/25 Budget: Year for Investment on Women
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, May 28: The government has announced that the next fiscal year will be implemented as the 'Year for Investment in Women'.
Health minister urges shifting of emergency room in NAMS
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, May 28: Health Minister Pradeep Yadv has directed the emergency cases staying in the old building of the National Academy of Medical Science (NAMS) Bir Hospital to be shifted to the new building.