SOCIETY
Birgunj Metropolitan City seeks clarification from 24 teachers for not reaching schools on...
Birgunj Metropolitan City seeks clarification from 24 teache...
BIRGUNJ, May 22: The Birgunj Metropolitan City has sought clarification from 24 teachers on Sunday. The Metropolis asked for clarification from them for not attending the school on time.
May 22, 2023
OPINION
How language reflects social and racial prejudices against Madhesh
How language reflects social and racial prejudices against M...
Some words have a common and pleasant origin that reflects a specific culture and has a rich background. However, these words can become offensive when used pejoratively. For instance, words like "Bhaiya" and "Dhoti" are commonly used, but their derogatory usage has negatively impacted people.
May 22, 2023
SOCIETY
International Day for Biological Diversity being observed
International Day for Biological Diversity being observed
KATHMANDU, May 22: The International Day for Biological Diversity is being marked across the country today under the theme of 'From agreement to action: Build back biodiversity'.
May 22, 2023
SOCIETY
Fake Bhutanese Refugee Scam: Judicial custody of 16 accused remanded for three more days
Fake Bhutanese Refugee Scam: Judicial custody of 16 accused...
KATHMANDU, May 22: The police have got permission to keep in judicial custody the 16 persons arrested in connection with a fake Bhutanese refugee scam for three more days.
May 22, 2023
SOCIETY
One killed, two Yarsha pickers missing in Bajhang avalanche
One killed, two Yarsha pickers missing in Bajhang avalanche
BAJHANG, May 22: A person, who was collecting Yarshagumba, died after an avalanche occurred at Dhanshera of Surma Rural Municipality-2 in Bajhang district on Sunday. The identity of the deceased has not been ascertained as yet.
May 22, 2023
SOCIETY, Republica Watch
A Local Government That the Locals Love
A Local Government That the Locals Love
Jeevlal Poudel, from ChilawniPokhara in GulmiDarbar Rural Municipality-6, is 81 years old and walks with the help of a cane. He faces difficulty when walking uphill and downhill, and knee pain prevents him from traveling long distances. Until a few years ago, he had to go to Goudakot, a market area...
May 22, 2023
ECONOMY
Experts urge govt to reduce revenue leakage by maintaining a good blend of fiscal policy a...
Experts urge govt to reduce revenue leakage by maintaining a...
KATHMANDU, May 22: Experts have suggested the government to focus on diversifying tax bases from the upcoming budget along with maintaining good coordination between fiscal policy and monetary policy to take out the economy from ongoing problems.
May 22, 2023
Editorial
Bhaktapur: A Shining Example for 752 Local Govts
Bhaktapur: A Shining Example for 752 Local Govts
In the ancient city of Bhaktapur, a remarkable transformation is underway—a blend of tradition and innovation, paving the way for vibrant growth. While the Bhairab Rath of Bhaktapur has been garaged after the Biska Jatra, the chariot of development continues to parade through the Island of Goodness.
May 22, 2023
SOCIETY
Nepal records four cases of COVID-19 on Sunday
Nepal records four cases of COVID-19 on Sunday
KATHMANDU, May 21: Nepal recorded four new cases of COVID-19 along with 12 recoveries on Sunday, according to the information released by the Ministry of Health and Population (MoHP).
May 21, 2023
SOCIETY
The tale of a Japanese comedian who landed in Nepal in search of shamans and witches
The tale of a Japanese comedian who landed in Nepal in searc...
KATHMANDU, May 21: On Sunday, during my morning walk to Swayambhu, I stopped by to drink aloe vera juice sold by Radha Dhungana, who has been selling aloe vera juice and barley grass juice in Swayambhu area for a long time.
May 21, 2023