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Former Home Minister Khand granted bail in Fake Bhutanese Refugee Case
Former Home Minister and Nepali Congress leader, Bal Krishna Khand, has been granted bail after providing a surety of 4.5 million rupees in connection with the fake Bhutanese refugee case and the money laundering case. Khand, who was apprehended on May 10, faced serious allegations linked to the counterfeit Bhutanese refugee issue.
12 political parties submit applications for NA elections
A total of 12 political parties have applied for party registration to participate in the upcoming National Assembly elections. As of the deadline on December 15, these political entities, including major players like Nepali Congress, CPN-UML, Maoist Centre, Unified Socialist, Janata Samajwadi Party, Rastriya Prajatantra Party, Loktantrik Samajwadi Party, Nagarik Unmukti Party, Rastriya Janamorcha, and Nepal Majdoor Kisan Party, are now in the queue for scrutiny by the Election Commission.
NOC reduces petrol and diesel prices
The Nepal Oil Corporation (NOC) has implemented a reduction in fuel prices, affecting petrol, diesel, and kerosene. Effective from Friday midnight, the NOC has slashed the prices of petrol, diesel, and kerosene by Rs 3 per liter.
PM Dahal acknowledges KMC’s inspiring work
Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’ expressed the government’s dedication to enhancing financial transfers through policy reforms, reinforcing the local level’s foundation. Speaking at the 29th Kathmandu Metropolitan Day event held in Kathmandu on Friday, he outlined the commitment to empower local governments with resources, aligning with the constitution’s spirit and local government recognition.
NC to register for NA election; Deuba entrusted with ticket distribution responsibility
The Nepali Congress (NC) has officially decided to register the party for the upcoming National Assembly election. In a meeting held on Friday, the Central Work Execution Committee assigned the responsibility of party registration to Krishna Poudel, the chief secretary at the party headquarters.
Maoist Center calls meeting of office bearers to discuss pertinent issues
The ruling Maoist Center has called a meeting of its office bearers scheduled to take place at the party headquarters in Parisdanda on December 19. Office Chief Secretary Shree Ram Dhakal said that the meeting will encompass discussions on the government’s review, progress in the ongoing party transformation campaign, upcoming National Assembly elections, and other pertinent issues.
NC reschedules Mahasamiti meeting amid NA election preparations
The Mahasamiti committee meeting of the Nepali Congress, initially slated for January 1-4, 2024, has been rescheduled. According to NC leader Bimalendra Nidhi, the decision to this effect was made during Friday’ Central Work Performance Committee meeting. Originally scheduled for January next year, the Mahasamiti meeting was deferred to avoid coinciding with the National Assembly elections.
Mayor Shah seeks PM Dahal’s support for waste management and other key issues
Mayor Balen Shah, addressing the 29th Metropolitan Day event, has called upon Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal to provide support for three key activities. Mayor Shah, reaffirming the metropolis’s commitment, requested PM Dahal’s assistance in resolving the waste management issue. Additionally, Shah sought support in river management within Kathmandu and compensation for the residents of Tinkune.
Sugarcane farmers disown govt decision on support price
The sugarcane farmers in Sarlahi district have expressed their objection to the minimum support price fixed by the government. They have submitted a memo to the Chief District Officer demanding to hike the floor price of sugarcane.
NA elections spark tug-of-war as parties vie for dominance
The political landscape is abuzz with anticipation as the National Assembly (NA) elections draw near. Parties are strategizing both internally and externally to gear up for the event scheduled for January 25. The elections will exclusively feature participation from province parliamentarians and local-level leaders, including chiefs, deputy chiefs, presidents, and vice presidents.
Gold price up by Rs 300 per tola today
Gold price increased by Rs 300 per tola in the Nepali market today. According to the Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association, the price of fine gold was fixed at Rs 119,100 per tola and standard gold was traded at Rs 118,550 per tola. The precious yellow metal was valued at Rs. 118,800 per tola, and standard gold at Rs. 118,250 per tola on Thursday.
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