Editorial
Take necessary measures to tackle monsoon-triggered natural calamities
Take necessary measures to tackle monsoon-triggered natural...
The bout of incessant rainfall in various parts of the country in the past few days has once again highlighted the severe vulnerability of Nepal to natural disasters, particularly floods and landslides. Over the past few days, 13 lives have tragically been lost, with nine perishing in landslides and...
Jun 27, 2024
POLITICS, Republica Watch
Govt under scrutiny for delaying probe into alleged extortion scandal by DRI chief
Govt under scrutiny for delaying probe into alleged extortio...
KATHMANDU, June 26: Nepali Congress (NC) lawmaker Ramhari Khatiwada raised a serious issue during the question-and-answer session with the prime minister in Parliament on Tuesday.
Jun 26, 2024
WORLD
Canada projected to have up to 87 million inhabitants by 2073
Canada projected to have up to 87 million inhabitants by 207...
OTTAWA, June 26: Canada's population, estimated at 40.1 million in 2023, would continue to grow over the coming decades to reach between 47.1 million and 87.2 million in 2073, Statistics Canada said Monday.
Jun 26, 2024
SOCIETY
Nepal’s information landscape is somewhat vibrant: VIBE Study Report
Nepal’s information landscape is somewhat vibrant: VIBE Stud...
KATHMANDU, June 26: The USAID Civil Society and Media (CSM) Program on Wednesday launched the Vibrant Information Barometer (VIBE) study report, which rates Nepal’s information ecosystem as somewhat vibrant.
Jun 26, 2024
SOCIETY
Over 3 million annual deaths linked to alcohol and drug use, majority among men: WHO repor...
Over 3 million annual deaths linked to alcohol and drug use,...
KATHMANDU, June 26: A new report from the World Health Organization (WHO) highlights that 2.6 million deaths per year were attributable to alcohol consumption, accounting for 4.7% of all deaths, and 0.6 million deaths to psychoactive drug use.
Jun 26, 2024
ECONOMY
Ncell strengthens disaster preparedness focusing on monsoon, forms Rapid Response Teams
Ncell strengthens disaster preparedness focusing on monsoon,...
KATHMANDU, June 26: Ncell has implemented several measures to ensure the continuity and quick restoration of its services that could be impacted during the monsoon season due to natural disasters like floods and landslides.
Jun 26, 2024
SOCIETY
Nepal’s literacy rate reaches 77.4 percent
Nepal’s literacy rate reaches 77.4 percent
KATHMANDU, June 26: Nepal’s literacy rate has reached 77.4 percent, showing an impressive growth in the educated population of the country.
Jun 26, 2024
ECONOMY
NEPSE loses 11.60 points; daily turnover falls to Rs 4.05 billion
NEPSE loses 11.60 points; daily turnover falls to Rs 4.05 bi...
KATHMANDU, June 26: Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) on Wednesday decreased by 11.60 points to close at 2,060.16 points.
Jun 26, 2024
ECONOMY
Motihari-Amlekhganj Petroleum Pipeline Project: Preparations to bring petrol thru pipeline...
Motihari-Amlekhganj Petroleum Pipeline Project: Preparations...
PARSA, June 26: Nepal Oil Corporation (NOC) has accelerated the construction of infrastructure to bring petrol, kerosene and other petroleum products through the pipeline by the end of August.
Jun 26, 2024
ECONOMY
FWEAN organizes one-day conclave in Nuwakot to understand challenges and opportunities of...
FWEAN organizes one-day conclave in Nuwakot to understand ch...
KATHMANDU, June 26: The Federation of Women Entrepreneurs Association of Nepal (FWEAN) organized one-day conclave in Nuwakot on Thursday to understand the challenges and opportunities of women entrepreneurs in the district.
Jun 26, 2024