KATHMANDU: Khabarhub brings to you a glimpse of major developments of the day in Nepal, including politics, business/economy, sports, entertainment, and more.
President Paudel sworn in
Newly-elected President Ram Chandra Paudel has taken the oath of office and secrecy on Monday afternoon. The President’s office held a special ceremony at Sheetal Niwas for the oath taking. Acting Chief Justice Harikrishna Karki administered the oath to Paudel in the presence of President Bidya Devi Bhandari.
US government congratulates President Paudel
The government of the United States of America has congratulated Ram Chandra Paudel on his appointment as the new President of the Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal. “We would like to congratulate the newly elected Right Honourable President of Nepal Ram Chandra Paudel,” reads a statement issued by the US embassy here today, “The United States wishes him a successful tenure.”
Nepal beat PNG by 9 wickets, one win more to qualify for ICC World Cup
Nepal has won by 9 wickets against Papua New Guinea (PNG) in the final series of ICC World Cup Cricket League-2 undergoing in TU Cricket Ground Kirtipur, Kathmandu. This is Nepal’s record win against PNG. Nepal had never beaten PNG by such a wide wicket margin before.
President Paudel assumes office after swearing-in ceremony
President Ram Chandra Paudel has assumed office at the Office of the President, Sheetal Niwas after taking the oath of office and secrecy today. On the occasion, the President signed a decision related to the appointment of ambassadors, the Office of the President said.
Teachers play vital role in enhancing awareness: PM Dahal
Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’ has said teacher’s role is vital in increasing political awareness in the country and making people politically conscious. The Prime Minister praised teachers for their contribution to promoting public awareness and bringing political change in villages and at the community level.
Separate desk for registering foreign investment companies set up
The Office of the Company Registrar has set up a separate desk responsible for registering foreign companies that have direct investment in the country. The desk aims to build favourable climate and play a role in carrying out reforms for foreign investment in Nepal, said the Company Registrar Mahesh Baral.
Deprived, under-privileged communities should be brought into mainstream: Speaker Ghimire
Speaker of the House of Representatives (HoR) Devraj Ghimire has said that the Constitution of Nepal is committed to preserving and promoting cohesiveness, solidarity, tolerance and goodwill amid our diverse cultures, society and ethnicity.
Nat’l personalities to get health care services on par with civil servants
Minister for Federal Affairs and General Administration Aman Lal Modi has said preparations are ongoing to provide special facilities and concession to the national personalities for their medical treatment on par with the civil servants in the Civil Service Hospital, Kathmandu.
8th century Buddha idols stolen
Two antique idols of Gautam Buddha were stolen from Chapagaun, Lalitpur on Sunday. Shreedhar Shrestha, a local, said the archeologically important Buddha idols of the 8th century were stolen last night. The idols were located nearby Moti Library at the Old Bus Park in Chapagaun.
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