WORLD
Putin ‘hopeful’ for better Russia and US ties
Putin ‘hopeful’ for better Russia and US ties
President Vladimir Putin has expressed “hope” over the prospect of Russia restoring relations with the United States as the two countries sent diplomats to Istanbul for talks on normalizing the functioning of their respective embassies in each other’s capitals, reported Al Jazeera.
Feb 28, 2025
SOCIETY
Sherpas celebrating Gyalpo Lhosar today
Sherpas celebrating Gyalpo Lhosar today
The Sherpa community celebrates the Gyalpo Lhosar, a cultural festival, every year on the day of Shukla Pratipada in Falgun. Today, they are observing the festival with various programs.
Feb 28, 2025
SOCIETY
Rain, snow expected in hills, mountains
Rain, snow expected in hills, mountains
The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM) has stated that a westerly low-pressure system is currently affecting the country’s weather. Sudurpaschim, Karnali, Lumbini, and Gandaki provinces are experiencing partly to mostly cloudy conditions, while clouds have covered the rest of the co...
Feb 28, 2025
Market
US dollar being sold at Rs 139.83, euro at Rs 146.49
US dollar being sold at Rs 139.83, euro at Rs 146.49
Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has set the foreign exchange rates for today. The buying rate for one US dollar is Rs 139.23, while the selling rate is Rs 139.83. The euro is being traded at Rs 145.86 for buying and Rs 146.49 for selling.
Feb 28, 2025
WORLD
Starmer: 'Tough and fair' Ukraine peace deal discussed with Trump
Starmer: 'Tough and fair' Ukraine peace deal discussed with...
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer said that he had discussed a Ukraine peace deal that would be "tough and fair" with US President Donald Trump at a joint news conference following their meeting at the White House, Deutsche Welle (DW) reported.
Feb 28, 2025
Editorial
So close, yet so far
So close, yet so far
The Nepali women’s football team once again suffered heartbreak after losing the Four Nations Cup final to Myanmar. This defeat marks their 13th loss in all finals of international matches, a painful record that has earned them the nickname “perennial runners-up.” Reaching the fina...
Feb 28, 2025
SOCIETY, Republica Watch
Alcoholism tearing families apart, time for action
Alcoholism tearing families apart, time for action
The World Health Organization (WHO) warns that alcohol endangers health from the very first drop.
Feb 28, 2025
SOCIETY
Power outage in areas Maharajgunj Distribution Center today
Power outage in areas Maharajgunj Distribution Center today
The Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA) has announced a power outage in various parts of Kathmandu today. According to a notice, electricity will be disrupted in areas under the Maharajgunj Distribution Center, including Lazimpat, Panipokhari, and Baluwatar, which are served by the Lazimpat feeder.
Feb 28, 2025
OPINION
Culinary of Culture
Culinary of Culture
Have you ever walked into a new office and noticed something unusual? Employees stand up to greet each other, and team members always acknowledge each others’ contributions in meetings. Perhaps they openly share their mistakes during weekly debriefs or decorate their workspaces with personal i...
Feb 28, 2025
SOCIETY
No reports of human casualties or major damage
No reports of human casualties or major damage
Police have not reported any significant physical damage or human casualties so far caused by an earthquake that struck Bhairab Kunda in Bhotekoshi Rural Municipality, Sindhupalchowk, early Friday morning.
Feb 28, 2025