SOCIETY
KMC estimates 8,000 families in 128 areas at monsoon risk
KMC estimates 8,000 families in 128 areas at monsoon risk
Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) has identified 128 locations and estimated over 8,000 families in the capital vulnerable for possible inundation during the upcoming monsoon.
Jun 13, 2026
WORLD
Scientists warn of record heat, threats to climate monitoring
Scientists warn of record heat, threats to climate monitorin...
More than 70 scientists -- including contributors to the UN's IPCC-- raised the alarm over record human-induced warming and surging marine heatwaves in an annual study published between major IPCC assessments.
Jun 13, 2026
WORLD
Egypt, Pakistan, Iran FMs discuss Washington–Tehran talks
Egypt, Pakistan, Iran FMs discuss Washington–Tehran talks
During his call with his Pakistani counterpart, Abdelatty stressed the importance of continuing to push for an agreement, expressing his hope that this genuine opportunity would be seized to end the war and support regional stability.
Jun 13, 2026
POLITICS, Republica Watch
Civil Service Bill sends shockwaves through bureaucracy as thousands face early exit
Civil Service Bill sends shockwaves through bureaucracy as t...
A proposed Civil Service Bill that would retire employees at 55 years of age or after 30 years of service has plunged Nepal's bureaucracy into uncertainty, with around 10,000 officials—including dozens of secretaries and hundreds of joint secretaries—facing an abrupt exit amid concerns o...
Jun 13, 2026
SOCIETY
Nepal-India bilateral border mechanism review meeting concludes
Nepal-India bilateral border mechanism review meeting conclu...
The meeting evaluated the progress of fieldwork conducted in the eastern border areas of Jhapa, Ilam, Panchthar and Taplejung.
Jun 13, 2026
WORLD
Uganda slams 'unfair' Ebola air travel restrictions
Uganda slams 'unfair' Ebola air travel restrictions
The east African country's response to the latest outbreak of the deadly haemorrhagic fever has been broadly praised by public health officials, with only two deaths out of 19 confirmed cases since the alarm was sounded in the DRC in mid-May.
Jun 13, 2026
SOCIETY
Nepal advances clean air project
Nepal advances clean air project
The Nepal Clean Air and Prosperity Project is being prepared for implementation from the upcoming Fiscal Year 2026/27.
Jun 13, 2026
SOCIETY
Escapee from Nakkhu Prison apprehended
Escapee from Nakkhu Prison apprehended
He was serving a five-year jail sentence in a dacoity and theft case.
Jun 13, 2026
SOCIETY
Energy Ministry launches 15-day plan to manage haphazard wires on valley street poles
Energy Ministry launches 15-day plan to manage haphazard wir...
Under the campaign, the ministry will manage and remove disordered wires in phases within 15 days in key areas of the Valley, including Tripureshwor–Kalimati–Kalanki, Jadibuti–Pepsicola, Tripureshwor–Lazimpat, Samakhusi Town Planning (Gongabu), Kirtipur, and the Old Baneshwor...
Jun 13, 2026
SOCIETY
Language, literature, and culture: Foundations of national strength: Minister Timilsina
Language, literature, and culture: Foundations of national s...
He argued that true prosperity is unattainable without the protection and promotion of these cultural elements, alongside physical infrastructure and economic growth.
Jun 13, 2026