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Budget could not represent Nepal and Nepalis: UML Chairman Oli
CPN-UML Chairman KP Oli said that the budget presented by Finance Minister Dr. Prakash Sharan Mahat has failed to represent Nepal and Nepali people in general. Commenting on the next year’s budget presented by the government in Tuesday’s meeting of the House of Representatives, the UML Chair said that the budget failed to propose a roadmap for the welfare of the nation, development, and prosperity.
Petitioner’s lawyers demand investigation on high-level leaders allegedly involved in scam
Lawyers representing the petitioner have called for an inquiry into the alleged involvement of high-ranking officials in the Fake Bhutanese Refugee case. Emphasizing the importance of combating corruption, the lawyers argued that without investigating the high-level leaders implicated in the corruption, it would be impossible to control such misconduct.
Lawmakers seek clarification on ‘unauthorized person’s involvement’ in budget
Lawmakers, airing their views in a session of the House of Representatives today, demanded clarification from the Finance Ministry regarding the former non-gazetted third class officer at the Ministry, Ram Krishna Shrestha, given the continuity of his service to date.
Schools closed for five days due to scorching heat
Schools in Devghat of Tanahu district have stopped teaching learning activities for five days to avoid scorching heat. Devghat Rural Municipality decided to close down all schools at ward no 1 and 5 for five days in a bid to avoid excessive heat.
BIMSTEC a huge market and destination for tourism: Foreign Minister Saud
Minister for Foreign Affairs, NP Saud, has said BIMSTEC (Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation) offers huge markets and destinations for tourism as well as trade and investment opportunities within the region and beyond.
Concerted efforts instrumental for making region prosperous and sustainable: PM Dahal
Prime Minister (PM) Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’ has extended warm felicitations and best wishes to the governments and people of the BIMSTEC (Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi- Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation) Member States today.
Govt will intensify campaign against corruption: Home Minister
Home Minister Narayan Kaji Shrestha said the government has intensified campaign against corruption. Good governance is top priority of government, he said, adding that the government was committed to taking country towards development and prosperity along with the protection of achievements made through long struggles.
NEPSE increases by 25.66 points on Tuesday
The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index rose by 25.66 points on Tuesday. NEPSE rose by 1.35 percent to 1927.65 points today. On Tuesday, along with the NEPSE index, the trading amount also increased compared to the previous day.
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