SAFF U-20 Championship: Nepal to face Bangladesh today
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, Aug 22: Nepal will face Bangladesh in the SAFF U-20 Football Championship at 3:00 PM today.
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Gold price drops by Rs 1,100 per tola
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, Aug 22: The price of gold has decreased by Rs 1,100 per tola in the domestic market on Thursday.
Police confirm object found in Balambu is not a bomb
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, Aug 22: The police have stated that the object found in Chandragiri Municipality, Kathmandu, is not a bomb as suspected earlier, and is harmless.
Humla Jeep Accident: One of the seven injured succumbs to injuries
- by Nagendra Upadhyaya
SURKHET, Aug 22: One person has died from injuries sustained in a jeep accident in Gaurisalla, Chankheli Rural Municipality-2, Humla. The deceased is 24-year-old Ramesh Malla.
Suspicious object found in Balambu, Kathmandu
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, Aug 22: A suspicious object has been found in Balambu, Chandragiri, Kathmandu district. According to the police, the object, which appeared to be tied with a wire to a pressure cooker, was found in front of a house near Balambu School in Chandragiri Municipality-12.
Galchhi-Rasuwagadhi road obstructed
- by Republica
TRISHULI (NUWAKOT), Aug 22: Vehicular movement has been obstructed on the Galchhi-Rasuwagadhi road due to landslides with huge boulders.
Mahottari: Woman found dead; family accuses in-laws of murder, suspects dowry violence
- by Surendra Yadav
KATHMANDU, Aug 22: A woman has been found dead under suspicious circumstances in Mahottari. The deceased is 20-year-old Rina Devi Rai from Ramoul, Ward 8 of Jaleshwar Municipality in Mahottari.
Heavy rainfall likely in some places of three provinces
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, Aug 22: The monsoon winds have widespread effects throughout the country and the monsoon low pressure line is located towards the western part of its average location and in some northern direction towards the east of its average location, the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology said.
Interest on loans of banks slumps to 30 months’ low but BFIs fail to attract borrowers
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, Aug 22: Lending interest rates of the commercial banks have declined to a 30-month low. Despite the low interest rates, banks have been struggling to expand their businesses due to the low demand for the bank loans.
Bharatpur: A Rising Star in Nepal’s Tourism Landscape with Visit Bharatpur 2024
- by Som Sapkota
Bharatpur Metropolitan City, located in south-central Nepal, is rapidly emerging as a hub of economic, cultural, and tourism activities. With its strategic location, burgeoning infrastructure, and rich natural and cultural heritage, Bharatpur has garnered attention not just within Nepal but also internationally.
Supreme Court orders amendment of proportional representation law
- by Bhasa Sharma
KATHMANDU, Aug 22: The Supreme Court (SC) has directed the amendment of the law governing the proportional representation electoral system, asserting that it fails to adequately address the needs of targeted groups. The SC has called for a review of the House of Representatives Members Electoral Act, 2017, as well as other relevant electoral laws, ahead of the upcoming periodic elections.
An art village is being built in Lalitpur's Champi with the world's biggest Bhairav's Khwapa (Bhairab Mask)
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, Aug 22: The construction of 'Nepal Art Village' with the face of the world's largest Bhairav's Khwapa (Mukut) has started at Champi in Lalitpur Godavari. A visionary project with the motto of 'Heritage for Unity' aims to create a legacy through unity that celebrates Nepal’s rich artistic heritage while fostering sustainable development.
Anti-Corruption Antics
- by Narayan Manandhar
Earlier, I summarized anti-corruption law reform issues (7 May 2023, MyRepublica). With the tabling of the bills in the parliament and discussion within the State Affairs and Good Governance Committee, the debate is in a full swing.
MCA-Nepal officials reaffirm commitment to complete cross-border transmission line, road projects within five-year timeline
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, Aug 22: Senior officials from the Millennium Challenge Account-Nepal (MCA-Nepal) have reaffirmed their commitment to completing the cross-border electricity transmission and road maintenance projects, funded by a $500 million grant from the U.S. government, within the designated five-year timeframe.
Nepal defeats Bangladesh, advances to SAFF U-20 Championship semi-finals
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, Aug 22: Nepal advanced to the semi-finals of the SAFF U-20 Championship as the Group ‘A’ winner after a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Bangladesh on Thursday.
Ensure proper utilization of startup loans
- by Republica
The government has recently approved the "Startup Enterprise Loan Operation Procedure, 2081," aimed at providing loans of up to Rs 2.5 million to startups at a subsidized interest rate.
Only 25 percent of private sector projects outlined in budget fully implemented: Report
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, Aug 21: Only 25 percent of the private sector related plans and programs outlined in the budget statement for last fiscal year are fully executed, according to a report unveiled by the Confederation of Nepalese Industries (CNI) and the Society of Economic Journalists of Nepal (SEJON) on Wednesday.
FNCCI to work for development of start-up entrepreneurship
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, Aug 21: The Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI) has announced investment in the development of start-up entrepreneurship.
21 tourists die from altitude sickness in Annapurna region in a year
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, Aug 21: Over the past year, 21 tourists have died due to altitude sickness in the Annapurna Conservation Area, a popular trekking destination in Gandaki Province.
Record-breaking Nepali teen eyes final 8,000-metre peak
- by AFP/RSS
KATHMANDU, Aug 21: At just 18 years old, Nepali mountaineer Nima Rinji Sherpa is on the brink of a remarkable achievement.