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Nepal’s Federalism: Provinces Fail to Serve their Purpose
Published On: May 7, 2023 07:30 AM NPT By: Republica
The public perception of federalism is increasingly negative, and there is a growing dislike among the people, particularly towards the provincial governments, which constitute the second tier of government in the country's federal structure adopted in 2015 and implemented two years later in 2017.
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Switching to the EV Culture: The Sooner, the Better
Published On: May 6, 2023 07:25 AM NPT By: Republica
It seems Nepal has started taking steps in the right direction when it comes to promoting electric vehicles (EVs) and building the necessary infrastructure to support EV transportation. According to a recent news report, the Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA) is preparing to bring into operation 51 more fast charging stations within the next month.
Winter Session of Parliament Fails to Warm up Hopes
Published On: May 5, 2023 07:30 AM NPT By: Republica
The winter session of the federal parliament was an utter failure. Not a single Bill was passed in the four long months of the session which had begun on January 9. This is an extremely disappointing outcome.
Politicization of Crime or Criminalization of Politics?
Published On: May 4, 2023 07:30 AM NPT By: Republica
The arrest of a gang of conmen in the capital who swindled Nepalis by promising to send them to the USA in the guise of Bhutanese refugees has led to the arrest of other high-profile people, including a government secretary and a security advisor to a former home minister.
Nepal and the Future of Asia Cup 2023
Published On: May 3, 2023 07:30 AM NPT By: Republica
Nepal defeated the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in the final of ACC Men’s Premier Cup on Tuesday at the TU cricket ground in Kathmandu. The nation's glorious victory over the UAE is nothing short of a prodigious feat.
FATF blacklist: Act before it is too late
Published On: May 2, 2023 07:30 AM NPT By: Republica
The recent news about the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) being skeptical of Nepal's efforts on preventing money laundering should raise serious concerns for the government and its citizens.
Stop Maoist Misuse of Public Money!
Published On: May 1, 2023 07:30 AM NPT By: Republica
The government's decision to dole out Rs 200,000 each to disqualified ex-Maoist combatants during a time of economic recession is not only unjustifiable but also a gross injustice to the citizens of Nepal. This reckless move will add an unnecessary financial burden on the already strained state treasury.
Take urgent measures to prevent wildfires
Published On: April 30, 2023 07:30 AM NPT By: Republica
With the dry season at its peak, wildfires are causing significant damage to Nepal's forests, animals, and property, putting the health of local residents at risk. According to government data, an average of 77 people have been killed every year in Nepal due to forest and other fire-related incidents.
Ensure political stability for good governance
Published On: April 29, 2023 07:35 AM NPT By: Republica
The changes in government, occurring just a few months after their formation, in two of Nepal's provinces, Gandaki and Lumbini, on Thursday do not bode well for the country. There are fears that this could be just the beginning of a fresh round of political instability, which Nepal cannot afford, especially when the nation is grappling with various challenges.
Giving NAC More Wings
Published On: April 28, 2023 07:50 AM NPT By: Republica
Nepal Airlines Corporation (NAC) has announced that it will be purchasing three additional aircraft to expand its domestic services. This decision comes after the corporation's financial health has started to improve, and it has been able to pay its EMIs on time for the past year.
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