60 artworks by 50 artists exhibited in Thamel
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, April 16: An art exhibition and workshop kicked off in Thamel, Kathmandu, from Tuesday.
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Police grant immunity to Home Minister Lamichhane, raising questions about impartiality in cooperative fraud case investigation
- by Tapendra Karki
KATHMANDU, April 17: Despite the persistent demand from the main opposition party Nepali Congress (NC) for the formation of a parliamentary inquiry committee to investigate the cooperative fraud case involving Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister Rabi Lamichhane, the government has not initiated any legal action against the accused.
The Importance of Natural World: The Sooner We Realize the Better
- by Sayujya Adhikary
I had an opportunity to visit the northern part of Sikkim recently: the enthralling and captivating beauty of Lachung, Yumthang valley, the flora and fauna around Chomoyummo and Khangchengyao peaks provided an impetus for me to put forward the essence of nature in front of you.
Ram Nawami being observed today paying homage to Lord Ram
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, April 17: Ram Nawami festival is being observed across the country by paying homage to Lord Ram. The festival marks the birthday of Maryada Purushottam Shree Ram.
Minister Shrestha vows to keep education sector free from politics, seeks EC’s help to identify teachers involved in politics
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, April 17: In an effort to keep politics out of the education sector, Minister for Education, Science and Technology Sumana Shrestha and Chief Election Commissioner Dinesh Kumar Thapaliya held discussions in Singha Durbar on Tuesday.
ACC Premier Cup: Nepal vs Saudi Arabia today
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, April 17: Nepal is facing off against Saudi Arabia today under the ACC Premier Cup T20 Cricket.
Nirmal Purja sets new record in climbing mountains higher than 8,000 meters
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, April 17: Nirmal Purja, also known as Nims Dai, has set a new record in climbing the world's highest peak above 8000 meters. On the day of Nepali New Year, he made a record by ascending the 8,000-meter-high peak 44 times.
Why Federalism has Become Risky for Nepalese Democracy
- by Hari Prasad Shrestha
The question arises, do federal or unitary systems promote better social, political and economic outcomes? Within three broad policy areas—political development, economic development, and human development—operationalized across other governance indicators, the general public expects better outcomes from the state, whether it operates under a unitary or federal system.
Weather to remain generally fair across the country today
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, April 17: The weather will remain partly cloudy in some places and generally fair in rest of the parts of the country.
Tara Manandhar appointed as CEO of Dish Media Networks
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, April 17: Tara Manandhar has been appointed as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Dish Media Networks.
Madhesh Council of Ministers reshuffled after LSP quits government
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, April 17: Madhesh Province Chief Sumitra Subedi Bhandari has reshuffled the Council of Ministers of the province upon the recommendation of Chief Minister Saroj Kumar Yadav.
Strengthen oversight to ensure good governance practices in banking sector
- by Republica
The integrity of financial institutions is critically important for the economic stability of any country. In Nepal, where commercial banks play a critical role in the nation's financial infrastructure, the importance of ensuring adherence to good governance practices cannot be underestimated. Recent findings from the Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) in its 'Bank Supervision Report 2022/23' have raised significant concerns about the operational and systemic integrity of these institutions.
KMC to organize a month-long skill fair from May 1
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, April 16: Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) will organize a month-long 'Skill Fair' from May 1 at Tundikhel.
Birgunj Metropolis collects over Rs 360 million in revenue
- by Republica
BIRGUNJ, April 16: Birgunj Metropolitan City (BMC) has collected more than Rs 360 million in taxes in nine months of the current fiscal year.
NEPSE plunges below 2,000 points after one and a half months; daily turnover declines to Rs 2.10 billion
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, April 16: Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) on Tuesday declined by 14.81 points to close at 1,991.71 points, plunging below 2000 points for the first time after one and a half months.
AI Index Report-2024: AI still behind humans on complex tasks like competition-level mathematics
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, April 16: In the wake of trepidation, optimism and bewilderment lumped together with the spurt and influence of artificial intelligence (AI), research and studies on AI have surged lately across the globe.
Daiji-Jogbudha road construction at snail’s pace
- by Republica
MAHENDRANAGAR (KANCHANPUR), April 16: The locals here have been worried over the snail-paced construction of the Daiji-Jogbudha roadway. The contract for the construction of the roadway was awarded six years ago.
Govt fails to adopt podway technology despite its potential in Nepal
- by Hari Prasad Sharma
KATHMANDU, April 16: The government has not adequately discussed the ‘podway’ technology, which has emerged as an alternative mode of transportation in developed countries, in Nepal. The policy arrangements and studies to introduce podway technology, considered suitable for making pollution-free, fast, and congestion-free public transport, have not been made.
Jhulaghat border crossing in Baitadi to remain closed from this evening
- by Republica
BAITADI, April 16: The Jhulaghat transit point along the Nepal-India border in Baitadi district is to remain closed from this evening in view of the Lok Sabha election in the Uttarakhand State of India.
Universities will be free from partisan interests: Education Minister
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, April 16: Minister for Education, Science, and Technology, Sumana Shrestha, has said there will be no unnecessary interference on behalf of the ministry and her party, Rastriya Swatantra Party, in the universities' affairs.