Editorial
Book those responsible for Tinkune violence
Book those responsible for Tinkune violence
Tinkune and its surrounding areas in Kathmandu turned into a battleground for hours on Friday afternoon after the pro-monarchist rally, led by Durga Prasai, began attacking police personnel on duty and indiscriminately vandalizing both public and private property. At least two people, including a jo...
Mar 30, 2025
WORLD
Myanmar quake death toll passes 1,600, as junta lets in foreign rescuers
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Myanmar's military rulers let in hundreds of foreign rescue personnel on Saturday after an earthquake killed more than 1,600 people, the deadliest natural disaster to hit the impoverished, war-torn country in years, as reported by Reuters.
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OPINION
From Royalty to Responsibility: Kathmandu’s Fine on Former King Gyanendra
From Royalty to Responsibility: Kathmandu’s Fine on Former K...
On March 28, 2025, Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) imposed a fine of Rs 793,000 on former King Gyanendra Shah for environmental damage and public disturbances caused during a monarchist rally in Tinkune.
Mar 30, 2025
POLITICS
Police write to Speaker about arrest of lawmaker Rana on charge of criminal offense
Police write to Speaker about arrest of lawmaker Rana on cha...
The District Police Range, Kathmandu has written to the federal parliament secretariat that it arrested Dhawal Shamser Rana, a lawmaker of Rastriya Prajatantra Party, on charge of criminal offense.
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ECONOMY
Govt issues notice to implement MRP rules it failed to enforce in a decade
Govt issues notice to implement MRP rules it failed to enfor...
The government, in a face saving move, has reiterated once again to enforce the rule requiring manufacturers and importers to show the maximum retail price (MRP) on essential goods which it failed to implement effectively despite introducing the provision in laws over a decade ago.
Mar 30, 2025
POLITICS
Police initiate manhunt for Durga Prasai
Police initiate manhunt for Durga Prasai
A statewide manhunt has been initiated for Durga Prasai, the commander of the pro-monarchy procession in Tinkune on Friday which caused the death of two people and left scores injured.
Mar 30, 2025
POLITICS
All eyes on Gyanendra: Former King lands in deep water after violent pro-monarchy protest
All eyes on Gyanendra: Former King lands in deep water after...
The political atmosphere of the capital has become tense as former King Gyanendra Shah finds himself at the center of increasing controversy after a violent pro-monarchy rally at Tinkune in Kathmandu on Friday.
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SOCIETY, Republica Watch
Police reinforce Kathmandu security with forces from outside Valley after Tinkune violence
Police reinforce Kathmandu security with forces from outside...
Home Ministry replaces entire APF team assigned for the security of former King Gyanendra Shah on Saturday following Tinkune violence.
Mar 29, 2025
ECONOMY
Nepal-Korea tourism collaboration strengthens as KOTTAN turns seven
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Founded in 2017 through a collaboration between the Embassy of the Republic of South Korea and Nepalese tourism entrepreneurs, KOTTAN has been instrumental in promoting Korean tourism in Nepal. It is dedicated to increasing the number of Korean tourists while ensuring their safety and enhancing thei...
Mar 29, 2025
POLITICS
NC holds former king Gyanendra Shah responsible for Tinkune unrest
NC holds former king Gyanendra Shah responsible for Tinkune...
The ruling Nepali Congress (NC) has asserted that former King Gyanendra Shah must take responsibility for the deaths, arson, vandalism and looting that occurred in Tinkune and surrounding areas on Friday.
Mar 29, 2025