ECONOMY
Human capital and natural resources are foundation of Nepal's economy: ADB former presiden...
Human capital and natural resources are foundation of Nepal'...
KATHMANDU, Oct 7: Former President of the Asian Development Bank (ADB), Haruhiko Kuroda, has said Nepal could make the economy stronger through mobilization of its human capital and maximum utilization of natural resources.
Oct 07, 2023
OPINION, The Week
Kingdom Lost or Lost Kingdom?
Kingdom Lost or Lost Kingdom?
Having reviewed "Singhadurbar: Rise and Fall of the Rana Regime in Nepal" by Sagar S.J.B. Rana (8 July 2017, Republica), I was eagerly awaiting the companion volume. Upon learning that the book is now available in the market, I visited a local bookstore to get a copy.
Oct 07, 2023
POLITICS
Nepal-Myanmar Consultative Mechanism to meet in Myanmar
Nepal-Myanmar Consultative Mechanism to meet in Myanmar
KATHMANDU, Oct 7: The second meeting of the bilateral consultative mechanism established between the foreign ministries of Nepal and Myanmar will be held in Myanmar next month.
Oct 07, 2023
ECONOMY
Nepal, Romania sign MoU for cooperation
Nepal, Romania sign MoU for cooperation
KATHMANDU, Oct 6: Nepal and Romania have signed a memorandum of understanding in the Fields of Labour and Social Protection on 6 October 2023 at the Ministry of Labor and Social Solidarity of Romania.
Oct 07, 2023
OPINION
‘India’, ‘Bharat’ and the nation’s tryst with identity
‘India’, ‘Bharat’ and the nation’s tryst with identity
India and Bharat, two names that have long stirred patriotic sentiments within the hearts of its citizens, have suddenly taken center stage in the country's political discourse. The current government has set in motion a significant shift by opting for 'Bharat' over 'India' in recent official commun...
Oct 07, 2023
Editorial
Streamlining NAC vital for efficient operations, sustainable growth
Streamlining NAC vital for efficient operations, sustainable...
In a bid to rejuvenate the financially beleaguered Nepal Airlines Corporation (NAC), the government has proposed the acquisition of three aircraft. This is a decision in the right direction to make the national flag carrier commercially viable and reliable flying partners to many in the country.
Oct 07, 2023
ECONOMY
Govt to clear dues of previous fiscal year before Dashain: Minister Mahat
Govt to clear dues of previous fiscal year before Dashain: M...
CHITWAN, Oct 6: Finance Minister Dr Prakash Sharan Mahat has said that the government will clear the dues of the previous fiscal year to be paid to the construction entrepreneurs before the Dashain festival.
Oct 06, 2023
WORLD
19th Asian Games: India reaches finals by beating Bangladesh by nine wickets
19th Asian Games: India reaches finals by beating Bangladesh...
KATHMANDU, Oct 6: India has made it to the finals by beating Bangladesh by nine wickets in today's match of the men's cricket tournament under the 19th Asian Games in China.
Oct 06, 2023
ECONOMY, Republica Watch
Proposal to purchase three aircraft for NAC reaches cabinet
Proposal to purchase three aircraft for NAC reaches cabinet
KATHMANDU, Oct 6: The government has initiated preparations to acquire three aircraft for the Nepal Airlines Corporation (NAC) in an effort to revitalize the financially struggling national flag-carrier.
Oct 06, 2023
SOCIETY
Amnesty for adults! Why are children in correctional facilities not given an exemption?
Amnesty for adults! Why are children in correctional facilit...
KATHMANDU, Oct 6: On the occasion of Constitution Day, the President traditionally grants amnesty to prisoners, a practice that has recently come under scrutiny. This year, the controversy surrounds the presidential pardon given to Yog Dhakal, also known as Regal, the convicted murderer of Chetan Ma...
Oct 06, 2023