KATHMANDU: Khabarhub brings you a glimpse of major developments of the day in Nepal, including politics, business/economy, sports, entertainment, and more.
PM Dahal insists on wider accountability to implement Constitution
Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’ has said the government prioritized the enactments of remaining laws as demanded by the Constitution. In a meeting of the National Assembly today, the Prime Minister addressed the study report on laws that remained to be formulated in accordance with the Constitution. “The government is proactive in building legal structures required to establish a rule of law by institutionalizing democratic republic,” he said.
Government sets dozen agendas for Prime Minister Dahal’s upcoming China visit
The government has outlined a set of approximately a dozen key agendas for the forthcoming visit of Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’ to China. Foreign Minister NP Saud revealed these crucial agendas during a press conference held in Solukhumbu this morning.
PM Dahal pledges to address concerns of conflict victims
Prime Minister (PM) and Chairman of the Maoist Center, Pushpa Kamal Dahal Prachanda, has reiterated the government’s unwavering commitment to promptly resolve issues related to transitional justice. He vowed to provide compensation to conflict victims and ensure the truth is uncovered by holding those responsible for serious human rights violations accountable.
World Cup Asia Zone Qualifiers: Nepal secures semifinal sport beating Qatar
Nepal has secured their spot in the semi-finals of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Asia Zone by defeating Qatar with a resounding 9-wicket victory. In the match held in Malaysia today, Nepal defeated Qatar marking Nepal’s fourth consecutive win in the tournament, following previous triumphs over Malaysia, Bahrain, and Bhutan.
Chinese Ambassador’s undiplomatic address on policy shortfalls in neighboring nations sparks controversy
In a departure from diplomatic conventions that drew attention, Chinese Ambassador to Nepal, Chen Song, took the opportunity to emphasize China’s economic development, simultaneously implying that Nepal and other nations may have fallen short in formulating timely policies to achieve similar success. In a recent program held at a hotel in Kathmandu’s New Baneswor, Ambassador Chen emphasized the untapped potential within Nepal’s agriculture sector and lamented the country’s failure to enact timely policies, which have impeded its development in this critical domain.
Siblings swept away by river on their way home from school in Rukum
A heartbreaking incident unfolded in Rukum West as a brother and sister lost their lives after being swept away by a river. The victims, 10-year-old Manoj Budhathoki and his 6-year-old sister Bhawana, residents of Chaurajahari Municipality-6 Ghartikada, met their untimely demise on a fateful Sunday evening.
India opens Dhauliganga dam gate
The Indian side opened the dam gate of Dhauliganga Hydropower Project located at Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand of India today. The NHPC Limited and Dhauliganga Power Station informed the District Administration Office, Baitadi, stated that dam gate was open from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm today.
Use of govt vehicles is restricted on public holidays: DAO Kathmandu
The District Administration Office (DAO), Kathmandu has emphasized that government vehicles must not be used on public holidays without an appropriate pass. In response to an incident involving Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) Mayor Balen Shah threatening to set fire to Singha Durbar after traffic police halted a KMC vehicle carrying his wife on Saturday, the office released a statement on Monday.
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