KATHMANDU: Khabarhub brings you a glimpse of major developments of the day in Nepal, including politics, business/economy, sports, entertainment, and more.
President Paudel stresses adherence to constitutional processes in a meeting with RSP leaders
President Ram Chandra Paudel addressed concerns raised by the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) delegation, led by party Chairman Rabi Lamichhane, regarding the release of certain prisoners on Constitution Day. President Paudel emphasized his commitment to constitutional processes and the government’s decisions. President Paudel reiterated that once a matter has gone through all requisite procedures and received approval from the Council of Ministers, the President’s role is not to deny it.
RSP leaders seek President’s attention to reconsider immunity granted to murder convict
Leaders of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP), under the leadership of Chairman Rabi Lamichhane, visited the President’s Office to draw attention to the contentious issue of granting immunity to Yograj (Regal) Dhakal, who had been charged with murder. Nisha Dangi, the party’s whip, stated that their purpose in visiting the President’s Office was to address the troubling matter of granting exoneration to an individual who had been serving a life sentence for the heinous crime of murder, committed in broad daylight.
CIAA files corruption case against nine individuals, including Commerce Secretary Marasini
A corruption case has been filed against nine individuals, including Madhu Marasini, Secretary at the Ministry of Commerce and Supplies. The Commission for the Investigation of Abuse of Authority (CIAA) initiated this case in the Special Court. Among the accused are the Chairman and Executive Director of the National Information Technology Center, alongside Secretary Marasini, in connection with the National Payment Gateway case.
Nepal to face India in Asian Games cricket quarter-finals
Nepal is gearing up to take on India in the quarter-finals of the Asian Games men’s cricket tournament. The match is scheduled to unfold on Tuesday, marking a historic moment as Nepal engages in a T20 battle against India for the very first time within the Asian Games. The highly anticipated clash between Nepal and India will kick off at 9 AM China time on Tuesday morning.
High speed and breach of traffic rules main cause of road accidents
The Traffic Police has concluded that breach of traffic rules and over speed are the main reasons of traffic accidents. According to an analysis of road accidents conducted by the Kathmandu Valley Traffic Police Office (KVTPO), most of the road accidents are caused due to high speed and breach of traffic signs and signal.
Unidentified assailant opens fire on an individual in Gaushala
An incident unfolded in Gaushala, Kathmandu, on Monday as gunfire rang out, resulting in one person sustaining injuries. Local authorities reported that an unidentified assailant opened fire on an individual in Gaushala on Monday, causing harm.
Floods and landslides claim 61 lives this year
The impact of floods and landslides during this year’s monsoon season has left a toll in its wake, with 61 lives lost and 29 individuals reported missing. The Disaster Preparedness and Response Branch stated that 69 people have sustained injuries as a result of these natural disasters since the onset of the monsoon.
Nepal sees nearly 700,000 foreign tourists in nine months
Nepal has enticed nearly 700,000 foreign tourists to its breathtaking landscapes in the past nine months. According to data from the Immigration Department, a total of 692,372 tourists arrived in Nepal via air routes during the current year, 2023.
Parliamentary Committee to question Home Minister on President’s release of prisoners
The Law, Justice, and Human Rights Committee of the House of Representatives resolved to seek an explanation from Home Minister Narayankaji Shrestha regarding the revocation of the President’s pardons granted on Constitution Day. During a meeting held at Singha Durbar on Monday, the committee decided to request Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister Narayankaji Shrestha’s clarification regarding the clemency granted by President Ram Chandra Paudel on the recommendation of the Council of Ministers during Constitution Day.
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