Two roads connecting Hetauda to Kathmandu blocked
- by Republica
BAGMATI, Aug 27: Two roads connecting the provincial capital Hetauda to the federal capital Kathmandu have been completely blocked due to landslides triggered by incessant rain.
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Bad debts of commercial banks fall to 3.76 percent as of the end of FY 2023/24
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, Aug 27: Commercial banks of Nepal succeeded in reducing the ratio of their bad debt by 3.34 percent in the last three months of the last fiscal year.
Aanbu Khairani road accident: Seven injured discharged
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, Aug 27: Seven persons, who were receiving treatment at Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital after an Indian tourist bus plunged into the Marsyangdi River on Friday, were discharged from the hospital on Monday.
Clear dues to milk and sugarcane farmers
- by Republica
As the two major festivals—Dashain and Tihar—are just around the corner, it is disheartening to learn that more than Rs 2.57 billion in dues owed to milk and sugarcane farmers in the country remain unpaid. The delay in clearing these dues raises questions about justice, dignity, and survival for those who toil day and night to feed us.
Disputes with neighboring countries could be resolved through candid talks: PM Oli
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, Aug 26: Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has said it is natural to have some issues between neighboring countries and they could be resolved by holding open dialogue.
Young Nepali researcher Sapkota breaks the barriers in space weather science
- by Kosh Raj Koirala
KATHMANDU, Aug 26: In Nepal, many aspiring scientists believe that breakthrough research requires expensive equipment. "We don’t have enough research opportunities and equipment" is a common phrase among aspiring Nepalese researchers. This misconception has discouraged many from pursuing advanced scientific studies. However, one young Nepali scientist has proven that creativity and analytical skills can overcome these challenges.
Govt cautions against using dietary supplement being sold rampantly in domestic market
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, Aug 26: The government has cautioned people not to use the dietary supplement without consulting physicians.
Nepal Police HQ issues circular asking subordinate bodies not to implement the policy of 30-year service limit for retirement
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, Aug 26: Nepal Police Headquarters has issued a circular requesting that the system of compulsory retirement after 30 years of service not be implemented, following an interim order from the Supreme Court (SC) on August 22.
Russian strikes on Ukraine power grid largest in weeks
- by AFP/RSS
KYIV, Ukraine, Aug 26: Russia fired hundreds of drones and missiles at Ukraine on Monday, killing at least four people and battering the country's already weakened energy grid, triggering blackouts, officials said.
Indian tourist bus that met with an accident pulled out from Marshyangdi River
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, Aug 26: The Indian tourist bus which plunged into the Marsyangdi River on August 23 has been pulled out from the river.
13 injured as bus overturns in Kapilvastu
- by Republica
KAPILVASTU, Aug 26: At least 13 people were injured when a bus overturned in Bankasbas, Shivraj Municipality -1, Kapilvastu on Monday.
Water level in Bagmati River crosses danger level
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, Aug 26: The water level in Bagmati River has crossed the danger level at the Gaurighat water measuring station in Kathmandu.
Citizens of Nepal among 126 countries entitled to free visa to travel to Pakistan
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, Aug 26: Pakistan has announced free visas to tourists and business travelers from 126 countries including Nepal. Nepal is among the 126 countries whose nationals are entitled to free visa to travel to Pakistan with the new visa policy that came into effect from August 14, 2024.
Australia gives workers right to ignore bosses’ after-hours calls, emails
- by Agencies
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA, Aug 26: Australia is extending its laidback reputation to the workplace by granting employees a “right to disconnect” when they are off the clock.
JSP Nepal appoints Chemjong as co-chairman and Raut and Sharma as general secretaries
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, Aug 26: Janata Samajwadi Party (JSP) Nepal has appointed Rakam Chemjong as co-chairman and Lal Babu Raut and Ram Kumar Sharma as general secretaries of the party.
Fake notes of Rs 1,000 and Rs 500 denominations found in Gaushala
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, Aug 26: The police in Gaushala, Kathmandu, have seized counterfeit notes. A team from the District Police Office, Kathmandu, recovered fake notes of Rs 1,000 and Rs 500 denominations.
Four arrested in possession of illegal drugs from cafe in Lalitpur
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, Aug 26: Police have arrested four individuals for smuggling illegal drugs from a hotel located in Lalitpur. They were arrested in possession of a Kukhuri.
Dengue could spiral into an epidemic in Nepal, warn health experts
- by Pabitra Sunar
KATHMANDU, Aug 26: The Epidemiology and Disease Control Division (EDCD) has reported that the dengue infection that has spread in various parts of the country may take a violent form. Dr Gokarna Dahal, the chief of the Vector Borne Disease Section at EDCD, said the number of infected people has now exceeded 5,000 and two more months are favorable for the infection. Therefore, Dahal urged the people to remain vigilant.
KMC Mayor Balen urges politicians: Don’t mislead by calling SC’s order a municipal decision
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, Aug 26: Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) Mayor Balendra Shah (Balen) has urged party leaders and activists not to mislead the people by referring to the Supreme Court's decision as a municipal decision.
PM Oli inaugurates new building of Kathmandu Police Range
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, Aug 26: Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli inaugurated the new building of the District Police Range at Bhadrakali, Kathmandu, amid a program organized on Monday morning.