Republica https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com myRepublica - The New York Times Partner, Latest news of Nepal in English, Latest News Articles en-us Wed, 18 Feb 2026 15:31:39 +0545 Wed, 18 Feb 2026 15:31:39 +0545 Being born and raised here, I share an emotional bond with Kathmandu-1: Prabal Thapa https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/being-born-and-raised-here-i-share-an-emotional-bond-with-kathmandu-1-praba-14-82.html He pledged to remain committed to the development and progress of the area not only during the election period but also afterward.

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Being born and raised here, I share an emotional bond with Kathmandu-1: Prabal Thapa

He pledged to remain committed to the development and progress of the area not only during the election period but also afterward.

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Wed, 18 Feb 2026 14:36:26 +0545 https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/being-born-and-raised-here-i-share-an-emotional-bond-with-kathmandu-1-praba-14-82.html
NC Central Committee unanimously endorses pledge document https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/nc-central-committee-unanimously-endorses-pledge-document-70-78.html A virtual meeting of the party’s central committee held on Wednesday approved the pledge document for the upcoming House of Representatives election scheduled for March 5, 2026.

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NC Central Committee unanimously endorses pledge document

A virtual meeting of the party’s central committee held on Wednesday approved the pledge document for the upcoming House of Representatives election scheduled for March 5, 2026.

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Wed, 18 Feb 2026 15:10:00 +0545 https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/nc-central-committee-unanimously-endorses-pledge-document-70-78.html
Turkish Airlines aircraft overshoots, diverts to Dhaka https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/turkish-airlines-aircraft-overshoots-diverts-to-dhaka-28-28.html According to the Civil Aviation Office at Tribhuvan International Airport, Flight TK726 encountered a technical problem while attempting to land. The flight crew decided not to land in Kathmandu and diverted the aircraft to Dhaka.

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Turkish Airlines aircraft overshoots, diverts to Dhaka

According to the Civil Aviation Office at Tribhuvan International Airport, Flight TK726 encountered a technical problem while attempting to land. The flight crew decided not to land in Kathmandu and diverted the aircraft to Dhaka.

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Wed, 18 Feb 2026 13:55:04 +0545 https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/turkish-airlines-aircraft-overshoots-diverts-to-dhaka-28-28.html
Nepal should play two series a year against test nations: Captain Rohit https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/nepal-should-play-two-series-a-year-against-test-nations-captain-rohit-29-43.html Paudel described the win against Scotland as crucial, saying it was an important boost for the team and its supporters.

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Nepal should play two series a year against test nations: Captain Rohit

Paudel described the win against Scotland as crucial, saying it was an important boost for the team and its supporters.

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Wed, 18 Feb 2026 14:15:00 +0545 https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/nepal-should-play-two-series-a-year-against-test-nations-captain-rohit-29-43.html
NAIMA submits its recommendations on national taxi vehicle standards to MoPIT https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/naima-submits-its-recommendations-on-national-taxi-vehicle-standards-to-mop-54-17.html NAIMA highlighted practical and policy-related concerns in the current implementation of the standards.

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NAIMA submits its recommendations on national taxi vehicle standards to MoPIT

NAIMA highlighted practical and policy-related concerns in the current implementation of the standards.

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Wed, 18 Feb 2026 13:35:54 +0545 https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/naima-submits-its-recommendations-on-national-taxi-vehicle-standards-to-mop-54-17.html
Thirteen concrete, 17 suspension bridges built in Bhojpur since 2015 https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/thirteen-concrete-17-suspension-bridges-built-in-bhojpur-since-2015-89-59.html The Koshi Province government constructed these infrastructures across the district with substantial investment aiming to improve transportation service and enhance access to essential services for local residents.

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Thirteen concrete, 17 suspension bridges built in Bhojpur since 2015

The Koshi Province government constructed these infrastructures across the district with substantial investment aiming to improve transportation service and enhance access to essential services for local residents.

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Wed, 18 Feb 2026 13:18:10 +0545 https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/thirteen-concrete-17-suspension-bridges-built-in-bhojpur-since-2015-89-59.html
Peru to elect interim leader after graft scandal ousts president https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/peru-to-elect-interim-leader-after-graft-scandal-ousts-president-95-95.html Jeri, 39, was accused in the irregular hiring of several women in his government, and of suspected graft involving a Chinese businessman.

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Peru to elect interim leader after graft scandal ousts president

Jeri, 39, was accused in the irregular hiring of several women in his government, and of suspected graft involving a Chinese businessman.

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Wed, 18 Feb 2026 12:45:32 +0545 https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/peru-to-elect-interim-leader-after-graft-scandal-ousts-president-95-95.html
NC central working committee meeting today https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/nc-central-working-committee-meeting-today-68-48.html All central working committee office bearers and the seven provincial presidents of the party are requested to attend the meeting, he added.

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NC central working committee meeting today

All central working committee office bearers and the seven provincial presidents of the party are requested to attend the meeting, he added.

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Wed, 18 Feb 2026 12:46:05 +0545 https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/nc-central-working-committee-meeting-today-68-48.html
Tension escalates in Banepa after scooter rider killed by tipper https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/tension-escalates-in-banepa-after-scooter-rider-killed-by-tipper-55-25.html The identity of the deceased has not yet been released. The police have taken the body to Scheer Memorial Hospital.

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Tension escalates in Banepa after scooter rider killed by tipper

The identity of the deceased has not yet been released. The police have taken the body to Scheer Memorial Hospital.

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Wed, 18 Feb 2026 11:39:26 +0545 https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/tension-escalates-in-banepa-after-scooter-rider-killed-by-tipper-55-25.html
Gold, silver prices decline https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/gold-silver-prices-decline-67-40.html According to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association, the price of one tola of hallmarked gold is Rs 300,400, and one tola of silver is Rs 4,880.

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Gold, silver prices decline

According to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association, the price of one tola of hallmarked gold is Rs 300,400, and one tola of silver is Rs 4,880.

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Wed, 18 Feb 2026 11:16:37 +0545 https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/gold-silver-prices-decline-67-40.html
HISSAN plans AI training for teachers https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/hissan-plans-ai-training-for-teachers-28-11.html The education system must grant autonomy to higher education

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HISSAN plans AI training for teachers

The education system must grant autonomy to higher education

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Wed, 18 Feb 2026 12:13:10 +0545 https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/hissan-plans-ai-training-for-teachers-28-11.html
Festival fosters harmony: President Paudel https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/festival-fosters-harmony-president-paudel-79-21.html He expressed belief that the festival would ultimately reinforce national unity.   

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Festival fosters harmony: President Paudel

He expressed belief that the festival would ultimately reinforce national unity.   

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Wed, 18 Feb 2026 10:12:27 +0545 https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/festival-fosters-harmony-president-paudel-79-21.html
Balendra ‘Sah’ or ‘Shah’? Surname question puts RSP senior leader under spotlight https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/balendra-sah-or-shah-surname-question-puts-rsp-senior-leader-under-spotligh-10-24.html For now, what began as a single-letter difference — “S” or “Sh” — has evolved into a wider debate blending identity, law, and politics. Whether it proves to be a simple technical correction or a matter of deeper consequence remains to be seen.

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Balendra ‘Sah’ or ‘Shah’? Surname question puts RSP senior leader under spotlight

For now, what began as a single-letter difference — “S” or “Sh” — has evolved into a wider debate blending identity, law, and politics. Whether it proves to be a simple technical correction or a matter of deeper consequence remains to be seen.

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Wed, 18 Feb 2026 09:00:00 +0545 https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/balendra-sah-or-shah-surname-question-puts-rsp-senior-leader-under-spotligh-10-24.html
Election code makes polls clean, not constrained: Bhandari https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/election-code-makes-polls-clean-not-constrained-bhandari-39-79.html Acting CEC Bhandari made it clear that the election code of conduct was enforced to curb fake and misleading information during the election.

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Election code makes polls clean, not constrained: Bhandari

Acting CEC Bhandari made it clear that the election code of conduct was enforced to curb fake and misleading information during the election.

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Wed, 18 Feb 2026 09:38:38 +0545 https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/election-code-makes-polls-clean-not-constrained-bhandari-39-79.html
Nepal, India sign Mutual Legal Assistance Agreement on Criminal Matters https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/nepal-india-sign-mutual-legal-assistance-agreement-on-criminal-matters-30-36.html The agreement to this effect was signed by Joint Secretary at the Ministry of Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs, Binod Kumar Bhattarai, on behalf of the Government of Nepal and Ambassador of India to Nepal Naveen Srivastava, from the Indian government side. 

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Nepal, India sign Mutual Legal Assistance Agreement on Criminal Matters

The agreement to this effect was signed by Joint Secretary at the Ministry of Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs, Binod Kumar Bhattarai, on behalf of the Government of Nepal and Ambassador of India to Nepal Naveen Srivastava, from the Indian government side. 

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Wed, 18 Feb 2026 08:00:00 +0545 https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/nepal-india-sign-mutual-legal-assistance-agreement-on-criminal-matters-30-36.html
15 days to go for voting: EC appeals to all not to misuse technology https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/15-days-to-go-for-voting-ec-appeals-to-all-not-to-misuse-technology-41-54.html EC drew the attention of all sides not to disseminate fake information on social networks, but to extend cooperation in creating a clean information atmosphere for holding the election successfully.

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15 days to go for voting: EC appeals to all not to misuse technology

EC drew the attention of all sides not to disseminate fake information on social networks, but to extend cooperation in creating a clean information atmosphere for holding the election successfully.

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Wed, 18 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0545 https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/15-days-to-go-for-voting-ec-appeals-to-all-not-to-misuse-technology-41-54.html
Oil prices rise as Trump ramps up Iran threats https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/oil-prices-rise-as-trump-ramps-up-iran-threats-47-52.html West Texas Intermediate jumped 1.5 percent per barrel, while international benchmark Brent North Sea crude edged higher.

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Oil prices rise as Trump ramps up Iran threats

West Texas Intermediate jumped 1.5 percent per barrel, while international benchmark Brent North Sea crude edged higher.

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Wed, 18 Feb 2026 07:43:15 +0545 https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/oil-prices-rise-as-trump-ramps-up-iran-threats-47-52.html
Former cricket captains appeal Pakistan govt over Khan care https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/former-cricket-captains-appeal-pakistan-govt-over-khan-care-33-73.html The statement, signed by 14 captains and seen by AFP, demands the proper care of Khan, a former World Cup-winning captain who according to his lawyer has lost most of the vision in his right eye.

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Former cricket captains appeal Pakistan govt over Khan care

The statement, signed by 14 captains and seen by AFP, demands the proper care of Khan, a former World Cup-winning captain who according to his lawyer has lost most of the vision in his right eye.

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Wed, 18 Feb 2026 10:43:02 +0545 https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/former-cricket-captains-appeal-pakistan-govt-over-khan-care-33-73.html
India opens Airbus helicopter assembly line https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/india-opens-airbus-helicopter-assembly-line-57-43.html The virtual opening was made by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and visiting French President Emmanuel Macron, while their defence ministers Rajnath Singh and Catherine Vautrin attended the ceremony in person.

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India opens Airbus helicopter assembly line

The virtual opening was made by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and visiting French President Emmanuel Macron, while their defence ministers Rajnath Singh and Catherine Vautrin attended the ceremony in person.

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Wed, 18 Feb 2026 09:39:47 +0545 https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/india-opens-airbus-helicopter-assembly-line-57-43.html
Bangladesh's new PM Tarique Rahman takes power https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/bangladeshs-new-pm-tarique-rahman-takes-power-10-31.html Top of the list for 60-year-old Rahman will be to improve security, heal rifts in a country polarised by years of bitter rivalry, and tackle the economic woes of the world's second-largest garment exporter.

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Bangladesh's new PM Tarique Rahman takes power

Top of the list for 60-year-old Rahman will be to improve security, heal rifts in a country polarised by years of bitter rivalry, and tackle the economic woes of the world's second-largest garment exporter.

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Wed, 18 Feb 2026 07:31:02 +0545 https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/bangladeshs-new-pm-tarique-rahman-takes-power-10-31.html
France's Macron eyes fighter jet deal in India https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/frances-macron-eyes-fighter-jet-deal-in-india-12-74.html A potential multibillion-dollar fighter jet deal is also on the table, with officials travelling with Macron expressing confidence that a contract for 114 Rafales can be finalised.

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France's Macron eyes fighter jet deal in India

A potential multibillion-dollar fighter jet deal is also on the table, with officials travelling with Macron expressing confidence that a contract for 114 Rafales can be finalised.

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Wed, 18 Feb 2026 08:42:46 +0545 https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/frances-macron-eyes-fighter-jet-deal-in-india-12-74.html
Foreign Minister Sharma congratulates Bangladesh PM on election victory https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/foreign-minister-sharma-congratulates-bangladesh-pm-on-election-victory-92-74.html Minister for Foreign Affairs Bala Nanda Sharma met the newly elected Prime Minister of Bangladesh, Tarique Rahman, on Tuesday evening, extending warm congratulations and delivering a message from his Nepali counterpart Sushila Karki.

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Foreign Minister Sharma congratulates Bangladesh PM on election victory

Minister for Foreign Affairs Bala Nanda Sharma met the newly elected Prime Minister of Bangladesh, Tarique Rahman, on Tuesday evening, extending warm congratulations and delivering a message from his Nepali counterpart Sushila Karki.

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Wed, 18 Feb 2026 07:31:15 +0545 https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/foreign-minister-sharma-congratulates-bangladesh-pm-on-election-victory-92-74.html
India eyes $200B in data center investments as it ramps up its AI hub ambitions https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/india-eyes-200b-in-data-center-investments-as-it-ramps-up-its-ai-hub-ambiti-84-80.html The investments underscore the reliance of tech titans on India as a key technology and talent base in the global race for AI dominance. For New Delhi, they bring in high-value infrastructure and foreign capital at a scale that can accelerate its digital transformation ambitions. 

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India eyes $200B in data center investments as it ramps up its AI hub ambitions

The investments underscore the reliance of tech titans on India as a key technology and talent base in the global race for AI dominance. For New Delhi, they bring in high-value infrastructure and foreign capital at a scale that can accelerate its digital transformation ambitions. 

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Wed, 18 Feb 2026 07:06:01 +0545 https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/india-eyes-200b-in-data-center-investments-as-it-ramps-up-its-ai-hub-ambiti-84-80.html
Airee, Jha power Nepal to stunning win over Scotland https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/airee-jha-power-nepal-to-stunning-win-over-scotland-14-70.html The victory orchestrated by a crucial partnership between Dipendra Singh Airee and Gulshan Jha was Nepal’s first in twelve years in a T20 World Cup match..

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Airee, Jha power Nepal to stunning win over Scotland

The victory orchestrated by a crucial partnership between Dipendra Singh Airee and Gulshan Jha was Nepal’s first in twelve years in a T20 World Cup match..

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Tue, 17 Feb 2026 23:28:14 +0545 https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/airee-jha-power-nepal-to-stunning-win-over-scotland-14-70.html
Security First: What Nepal Can—and Cannot—Learn from Bangladesh’s 2026 Election https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/security-first-what-nepal-can-and-cannot-learn-from-bangladeshs-2026-electi-63-68.html Election security is not just paperwork—it is a big expense for any country.

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Security First: What Nepal Can—and Cannot—Learn from Bangladesh’s 2026 Election

Election security is not just paperwork—it is a big expense for any country.

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Wed, 18 Feb 2026 06:40:00 +0545 https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/security-first-what-nepal-can-and-cannot-learn-from-bangladeshs-2026-electi-63-68.html
From Threat Perceptions to Shared Opportunities: Toward a New Nepal-China Narrative https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/from-threat-perceptions-to-shared-opportunities-toward-a-new-nepal-china-na-97-25.html Nepali society is increasingly seeking a renewed narrative in its relation with China. Earlier discourses have been framed by suspicion toward Tibetan religious and spiritual activities, as well as Nepal’s external engagements—even when such activities are undertaken by Nepali citizens or involve individuals who hold Nepali nationality.

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From Threat Perceptions to Shared Opportunities: Toward a New Nepal-China Narrative

Nepali society is increasingly seeking a renewed narrative in its relation with China. Earlier discourses have been framed by suspicion toward Tibetan religious and spiritual activities, as well as Nepal’s external engagements—even when such activities are undertaken by Nepali citizens or involve individuals who hold Nepali nationality.

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Wed, 18 Feb 2026 06:20:00 +0545 https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/from-threat-perceptions-to-shared-opportunities-toward-a-new-nepal-china-na-97-25.html
Public Spending Bottlenecks https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/public-spending-bottlenecks-81-49.html With capital spending at just 15.62 per cent of its annual target, Nepal’s sluggish budget execution is weighing heavily on economic momentum and development progress.

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Public Spending Bottlenecks

With capital spending at just 15.62 per cent of its annual target, Nepal’s sluggish budget execution is weighing heavily on economic momentum and development progress.

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Wed, 18 Feb 2026 06:00:00 +0545 https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/public-spending-bottlenecks-81-49.html
Govt enforces E-commerce Directive 2026 to streamline online businesses https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/govt-enforces-e-commerce-directive-2026-to-streamline-online-businesses-21-82.html In addition, e-commerce firms must use digital payment gateways approved by Nepal Rastra Bank.

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Govt enforces E-commerce Directive 2026 to streamline online businesses

In addition, e-commerce firms must use digital payment gateways approved by Nepal Rastra Bank.

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Wed, 18 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +0545 https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/govt-enforces-e-commerce-directive-2026-to-streamline-online-businesses-21-82.html
Govt opens climate finance window to private sector https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/private-sectors-green-energy-projects-permitted-to-mobilize-govt-received-c-52-80.html The government has opened the door for private sector-led green energy projects to mobilize climate finance received by the state for the first time by enforcing the Climate Finance Mobilisation Guidelines 2026 on Monday.

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Govt opens climate finance window to private sector

The government has opened the door for private sector-led green energy projects to mobilize climate finance received by the state for the first time by enforcing the Climate Finance Mobilisation Guidelines 2026 on Monday.

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Wed, 18 Feb 2026 08:30:00 +0545 https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/private-sectors-green-energy-projects-permitted-to-mobilize-govt-received-c-52-80.html
PM directs search for alternative entry point for fast track, shelves Khokana dispute https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/pm-directs-search-for-alternative-entry-point-for-fast-track-shelves-khokan-89-40.html During a high-level meeting at the Prime Minister’s Office on Tuesday, PM Karki said the nationally important project should not remain stalled due to prolonged disputes. She instructed authorities to revise the Detailed Project Report (DPR) and determine an entry point where consensus can be achieved.

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PM directs search for alternative entry point for fast track, shelves Khokana dispute

During a high-level meeting at the Prime Minister’s Office on Tuesday, PM Karki said the nationally important project should not remain stalled due to prolonged disputes. She instructed authorities to revise the Detailed Project Report (DPR) and determine an entry point where consensus can be achieved.

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Tue, 17 Feb 2026 18:22:18 +0545 https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/pm-directs-search-for-alternative-entry-point-for-fast-track-shelves-khokan-89-40.html