SOCIETY, Republica Watch
Nepal leapfrogs in Global Hunger Index to 69th position but challenges persist
Nepal leapfrogs in Global Hunger Index to 69th position but...
KATHMANDU, Nov 24: Nepal has advanced to the 69th rank in the Global Hunger Index (GHI), moving from the 81st position within a year, among 136 countries. The country now holds a 15.0 GHI score, indicating moderate hunger, showcasing a substantial improvement.
Nov 24, 2023
ECONOMY
Carpets worth Rs 4 billion exported in four months of current FY
Carpets worth Rs 4 billion exported in four months of curren...
KATHMANDU, Nov 24: Despite relying on imports for various goods, Nepal has achieved self-sufficiency in the carpet industry. In the first four months of the current fiscal year (FY) 2023/24, the country exported carpets and floor coverings worth around Rs 4 billion.
Nov 24, 2023
SOCIETY
KMC approves new procedure to ensure 10 percent free service at hospitals
KMC approves new procedure to ensure 10 percent free service...
KATHMANDU, Nov 24: The Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) has recently approved a new procedure to implement the Public Health Service Act in order to provide 10 percent free beds for the poor in hospitals within the metropolis.
Nov 24, 2023
ECONOMY
Govt restricts registration, service expansion of saving and credit cooperatives
Govt restricts registration, service expansion of saving and...
KATHMANDU, Nov 24: The government has disallowed registration, service expansion and establishment of service centers for cooperatives of any nature.
Nov 24, 2023
ECONOMY
Trade deficit exceeds Rs 460 billion in first quarter of current FY
Trade deficit exceeds Rs 460 billion in first quarter of cur...
KATHMANDU, Nov 24: Nepal’s trade deficit in the first four months of the current Fiscal Year (FY) 2023/24 has surpassed Rs 460 billion.
Nov 24, 2023
ECONOMY
2,787 electrical four-wheelers imported in four months of current FY
2,787 electrical four-wheelers imported in four months of cu...
KATHMANDU, Nov 24: During the first four months of the current fiscal year (FY), over 2,700 four-wheeler electric vehicles (EVs) were imported in Nepal. According to the Department of Customs (DoC), as many as 2,787 EVs worth Rs 6.83 billion were imported during the four months of the current FY. In...
Nov 24, 2023
SOCIETY
Quake victims receive counseling services to identify mental problems
Quake victims receive counseling services to identify mental...
RUKUM WEST, Nov 24: In order to identify the mental problems in earthquake victims, Athabiskot Municipality of Rukum West is providing counseling services through integrated health mobile camps.
Nov 24, 2023
SOCIETY
SC seeks clarification from govt for declaring prohibitory zone
SC seeks clarification from govt for declaring prohibitory z...
KATHMANDU, Nov 24: The Supreme Court (SC) has asked the government to furnish valid reasons for declaring prohibited zones in the capital.
Nov 24, 2023
POLITICS
PHC calls for registration of complaints against six proposed justices
PHC calls for registration of complaints against six propose...
KATHMANDU, Nov 24: The Parliamentary Hearings Committee (PHC) has called for registering complaints against the six judges proposed for the post of Supreme Court (SC) justices.
Nov 24, 2023
ECONOMY
Mankamana cable car being upgraded at a cost of Rs 450 million
Mankamana cable car being upgraded at a cost of Rs 450 milli...
KATHMANDU, Nov 24: Mankamana cable car is undergoing an upgrade at a cost of around Rs 450 million, as announced on the occasion of its 25th anniversary.
Nov 24, 2023