Market
Foreign exchange rate: US Dollar appreciates
Foreign exchange rate: US Dollar appreciates
Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has announced the foreign exchange rates for Thursday. According to the central bank, the buying rate for one US dollar has been fixed at Rs 137.79, while the selling rate stands at Rs 137.39. On Wednesday, the buying rate of one US dollar was Rs 136.94, and the selling rate...
Apr 17, 2025
Editorial
FDI Commitment vs Reality
FDI Commitment vs Reality
The Department of Industry has released fresh data suggesting that Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) commitments have surged to Rs 57.97 billion in the first nine months (mid-July to mid-April) of the current fiscal year.
Apr 17, 2025
OPINION
To Grow or Not to Grow: That Is the Miscalculation
To Grow or Not to Grow: That Is the Miscalculation
The banking sector in Nepal has also fallen victim to the same growth-at-any-cost mentality that plagues corporations worldwide.
Apr 17, 2025
ECONOMY
Public losing faith in regulatory bodies over political appointments: Report
Public losing faith in regulatory bodies over political appo...
The High-Level Economic Reforms Advisory Commission has pointed out serious flaws in the appointment of regulatory bodies by the government at a time when the government has been dilly-dallying on appointing the governor of Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB).
Apr 17, 2025
SOCIETY, Republica Watch
APF ‘brutality’ leaves deep scars on Pathibhara trail traders
APF ‘brutality’ leaves deep scars on Pathibhara trail trader...
The one-sided onslaught by the security personnel was reported as a clash between no cable car group and the state by most news media outlets. Rai claimed that the no cable car group was not even protesting in Balu danda on January 25. According to him, the APF personnel chased some protesters dispe...
Apr 17, 2025
POLITICS
UML submits thematic suggestions to PM for policies, programs and budget
UML submits thematic suggestions to PM for policies, program...
On Wednesday, leaders from the UML, including General Secretary Sankhar Pokharel, handed over a letter of suggestions to PM and party President Oli at the Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers Singha Durbar.
Apr 16, 2025
ECONOMY
DoCSCP takes action against two business companies
DoCSCP takes action against two business companies
The Department of Commerce, Supplies, and Consumer Protection (DoCSCP) under the Ministry of Industry, Commerce, and Supplies has taken action against two business companies.
Apr 16, 2025
ECONOMY
Koshi Province prepared for Investment Summit
Koshi Province prepared for Investment Summit
At a press conference organized by the Office of the Chief Minister and Council of Ministers here today, it is expected that 54 projects in eight sectors including tourism, industry, information technology, agriculture, hydropower and infrastructure construction will be committed to various projects...
Apr 16, 2025
ECONOMY
CAC-Nepal objects to govt plan to license alcohol, cigarette and tobacco industries
CAC-Nepal objects to govt plan to license alcohol, cigarette...
In a case where the Supreme Court issued a directive to control tobacco products, CAC-N raised concerns that granting licenses to such industries would constitute contempt of court.
Apr 16, 2025
PHOTO FEATURE/Video, SPECIAL
Nepal Academy of Fine Arts organizes Fine Arts Fair 2082 marking its 16th Anniversary (Pho...
Nepal Academy of Fine Arts organizes Fine Arts Fair 2082 mar...
The fair showcased a diverse range of art, promoted creativity, and provided valuable information about the world of fine arts.
Apr 16, 2025