ECONOMY
Farmers in Lamjung earn Rs 240 million by selling cardamom
Farmers in Lamjung earn Rs 240 million by selling cardamom
LAMJUNG, Nov 26: Farmers in Lamjung, emerging as a cardamom cultivation hub, have garnered Rs 240 million from the sale of cardamom this year, as reported by the implementation unit of the Prime Minister's Agriculture Modernization Project, Lamjung. The revenue stems from the sale of 251 metric tons...
Nov 26, 2023
SOCIETY
Lack of driver health check-ups raises accident risks
Lack of driver health check-ups raises accident risks
KATHMANDU, Nov 26: Four years ago, a car running at Balkumari road section in Lalitpur suddenly hit an electric pole. The then in-charge of Lalitpur Traffic Office and Police Inspector Sitaram Hachhethu reached the spot. While investigating the cause of the incident, police found that the accident o...
Nov 26, 2023
SOCIETY
43 percent of farmers based in Madhesh Province are in sorry state
43 percent of farmers based in Madhesh Province are in sorry...
KATHMANDU, Nov 26: Around 43 percent of farmers’ households in Madhesh Province are found to be unable to meet their annual requirement of foods out of the products they grow.
Nov 26, 2023
SPORTS
Nepali team wins Nepal-China Cross Country Race Competition
Nepali team wins Nepal-China Cross Country Race Competition
KASKI, Nov 26: The Nepal-China International Mountain Cross Country Race Competition came to an end with Nepali team emerging victorious.
Nov 26, 2023
OPINION
Urbanization, Investments and Economy
Urbanization, Investments and Economy
According to world bank data, the world’s urban population has grown from 34% in 1960 to 57% in 2022. At the same time, per capita income has grown from USD 456 to USD 12,647. However, the economic performance of South Asia has been below par in comparison to average global economic performance.
Nov 26, 2023
SOCIETY
Dream of going to UK shattered as unscrupulous agent deceives more than 50 people
Dream of going to UK shattered as unscrupulous agent deceive...
KATHMANDU, Nov 26: More than 50 young people have fallen victim to a fraudulent scheme promising opportunities in the UK. The victims allege that Amrit Lama from Kavre exploited them, extorting millions of rupees by enticing them with promises of excellent services and high salaries in the UK. On We...
Nov 26, 2023
WORLD
Kerala: 4 killed, 20 injured in stampede at Cochin varsity tech fest
Kerala: 4 killed, 20 injured in stampede at Cochin varsity t...
Kochi (Kerala) [India], Nov 26: Four students were killed and 20 others injured in a stampede-like situation during a Tech Fest at the Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT) on Saturday.
Nov 26, 2023
Editorial
Build on the progress made in fighting hunger
Build on the progress made in fighting hunger
The Global Hunger Index (GHI) report brings a ray of hope for Nepal, as the nation climbs from the 81st to the 69th position within a year, marking a significant improvement. This commendable achievement underscores the efforts made in addressing hunger and malnutrition.
Nov 26, 2023
SOCIETY, Republica Watch
Number of single women increases in Nepal
Number of single women increases in Nepal
KATHMANDU, Nov 25: The number of single women in Nepal has increased of late, according to the latest report. In 2011, single women accounted for 1.5 percent of the total population in Nepal, but by 2021, this percentage has reached 7.3 percent.
Nov 25, 2023
ECONOMY, Latest Updates
Nepal had trade surplus with 27 countries during mid-July to mid-November
Nepal had trade surplus with 27 countries during mid-July to...
KATHMANDU, Nov 25: Nepal sustained trade surplus with 27 countries in the first four months of the current fiscal year.
Nov 25, 2023