WORLD
Syria forces battle Assad loyalists
Syria forces battle Assad loyalists
Syria’s interim government has sent reinforcements to coastal cities in the country’s northwest where security forces have been engaged in heavy battles with fighters loyal to former ruler Bashar al-Assad, Al Jazeera reported.
Mar 09, 2025
SPORTS
ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final: India and New Zealand square off for glory in Dubai
ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final: India and New Zealand squar...
The last time India and New Zealand met in a final of an ICC white-ball tournament the world of cricket was far different. That competition was called ICC Knockouts, One-Day Internationals ruled the sport’s landscape, cricket in the Middle East just meant Sharjah and T20 was still three years...
Mar 09, 2025
WORLD
Russian assault kills 25 in Ukraine
Russian assault kills 25 in Ukraine
At least 25 people have died in Ukraine in the latest wave of Russian strikes, Ukrainian officials say, as the conflict shows no sign of easing, BBC reported.
Mar 09, 2025
Market
Euro touches Rs 151.14, US dollar Rs 139.30
Euro touches Rs 151.14, US dollar Rs 139.30
Nepal Rastra Bank has determined the foreign exchange rates for today. According to the central bank, the buying rate for one US dollar is Rs 138.70, while the selling rate is Rs 139.30.
Mar 09, 2025
WORLD
South Korea’s impeached President Yoon released from prison
South Korea’s impeached President Yoon released from prison
South Korea’s impeached conservative President Yoon Suk Yeol was released from prison on Saturday, a day after a Seoul court canceled his arrest to allow him to stand trial for rebellion without being detained.
Mar 09, 2025
Editorial
Take Urgent Measures to Curb Smuggling of Pangolins
Take Urgent Measures to Curb Smuggling of Pangolins
It is concerning to learn that pangolins, which are often overlooked due to their nocturnal nature and elusive behavior, are facing an unprecedented crisis. The recent arrest of two individuals in Kathmandu with 770 grams of pangolin scales—ironically, on the eve of World Wildlife Day 2025&mda...
Mar 09, 2025
OPINION
The Systemic Use and Misuse of Democracy in Nepal
The Systemic Use and Misuse of Democracy in Nepal
Nepal's democratic journey has been a complex and evolving process, characterized by periods of hope, struggle, and setbacks.
In the post-monarchy era, Nepal’s political landscape has been shaped by the aspirations of marginalized groups, including ethnic minorities, women, and indigenous com...
Mar 09, 2025
SOCIETY, Republica Watch
Green Growth, Growing Gaps: Nepal’s forest cover soars 46%, but timber imports still rule
Green Growth, Growing Gaps: Nepal’s forest cover soars 46%,...
Nepal's forest coverage has expanded to 46.08 percent, yet the country paradoxically faces rising timber imports. Despite the potential for self-reliance, inefficient forest management and policy setbacks have hindered timber production. Agricultural land is shrinking as forests grow, and misaligned...
Mar 09, 2025
ECONOMY
NPC projects nominal rise in revenue collection for next FY citing economic slowdown
NPC projects nominal rise in revenue collection for next FY...
The government is expected to generate revenue worth Rs 1.2630 trillion in the next fiscal year, which is similar to the amount projected for the current FY.
Mar 09, 2025
SOCIETY
2.5 years after Doti quake, govt distributes first tranche of relief to four families
2.5 years after Doti quake, govt distributes first tranche o...
Nearly two-and-a-half years after the Doti earthquake, Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak has reached the damaged area on behalf of the Government of Nepal and distributed the first tranche of relief to four victim families of the earthquake.
Mar 09, 2025