ECONOMY, Republica Watch
Budget ‘mocks’ federalism
Budget ‘mocks’ federalism
KATHMANDU, June 15: After the country adopted federalism, the general public was expecting services of Kathmandu-based Singha Durbar to reach each and every village. There was a general expectation and belief that the development model would change.
Jun 15, 2023
POLITICS, Republica Watch
Baikuntha Aryal appointed as Chief Secretary as Bairagi voluntarily steps down to assume n...
Baikuntha Aryal appointed as Chief Secretary as Bairagi volu...
KATHMANDU, June 15: Baikuntha Aryal, a seasoned civil servant who began his career from the post of a Non-Gazetted (First Class) officer, has been appointed as the government’s chief secretary.
Jun 15, 2023
SOCIETY
Gales lash India and Pakistan coast as Cyclone Biparjoy hits
Gales lash India and Pakistan coast as Cyclone Biparjoy hits
MANDVI, India, June 15: - Howling gales and crashing waves pounded the coastline of India and Pakistan on Thursday as Cyclone Biparjoy made landfall, with more than 175,000 people fleeing the storm's predicted path.
Jun 15, 2023
ECONOMY
Nepse inches five points up, while daily turnover declines to Rs 3.16 billion on Thursday
Nepse inches five points up, while daily turnover declines t...
KATHMANDU, June 15: Nepal Stock Exchange (Nepse) on Thursday increased marginally by five points to close at 2,042.07 points.
Jun 15, 2023
POLITICS
Lawmakers call for safe space for women, senior citizens, priority to sports sector
Lawmakers call for safe space for women, senior citizens, pr...
KATHMANDU, June 15: Lawmaker Arjun Narsingh KC has said the pace of national development will be impeded unless the people living below absolute poverty, the marginalized and neglected citizens have an access to social security and income.
Jun 15, 2023
ECONOMY
Govt should create climate for private sector to trade energy: IPPAN President
Govt should create climate for private sector to trade energ...
KATHMANDU, June 15: President of the Independent Power Producers' Association-Nepal (IPPAN) Krishna Prasad Acharya said on Thursday that the government should pave the way for the private sector to trade electricity. The private sector has had a large investment in the energy sector, he argued, whil...
Jun 15, 2023
POLITICS
Lawmakers stress eligible Nepalis not having citizenship certificates be provided one imme...
Lawmakers stress eligible Nepalis not having citizenship cer...
KATHMANDU, June 15: Lawmakers have stressed that the judiciary should pave the way for those Nepalis, who are without citizenship, to obtain one immediately.
Jun 15, 2023
ECONOMY
IRD takes measures to enhance advance tax deduction for high-income individuals
IRD takes measures to enhance advance tax deduction for high...
KATHMANDU, June 15: The Inland Revenue Department (IRD) has issued directives to its subordinate agencies to strengthen the process of advance tax deduction for individuals earning four million rupees or more.
Jun 15, 2023
POLITICS
Lawmakers demand speedy justice for people without citizenship certificates
Lawmakers demand speedy justice for people without citizensh...
KATHMANDU, June 15: Lawmakers across parties have argued that the court should pave the way for the Nepalis, who do not have citizenship certificates, to obtain citizenship certificates without any further delay.
Jun 15, 2023
SOCIETY
Eight including actor Marichman Shrestha arrested on charge of promoting online betting pl...
Eight including actor Marichman Shrestha arrested on charge...
KATHMANDU, June 15: Police have arrested eight people, including actor Marichman Shrestha, also known as 'Balchhi Dhurve,' on the charge of advertising and promoting online betting platforms.
Jun 15, 2023