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KATHMANDU: Khabarhub brings to you a glimpse of major developments of the day in Nepal, including politics, business/economy, sports, entertainment, and more.

PM Dahal and UML Chairman Oli discuss cabinet expansion

Prime Minister (PM) Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’ discussed cabinet expansion, election of Speaker of the House of Representatives, among other issues with CPN-UML Chairman KP Sharma Oli on Monday morning. PM Dahal reached Oli’s residence in Balkot for the second time after taking the vote of confidence from the Parliament.

I never canceled my Nepali Citizenship, no need to claim it again: Home Minister Lamichhane

Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister Rabi Lamichhane has argued that the writ filed against him demanding nullification of his post as lawmaker should be revoked for he (Lamichhane) never canceled his Nepali citizenship and the nationality dispute was resolved five years ago. Submitting a written response to the Supreme Court query about writ regarding his eligibility for the post of MP on Friday, the Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister Lamichhane argued that he need not apply for obtaining Nepali citizenship since he never canceled it while obtaining US Citizenship.

We’ll consult NC on Speaker issue: Prime Minister Dahal

Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’ has said the ruling coalition will consult Nepali Congress (NC), the main opposition party which gave vote of confidence to the government, prior to making final decision on the Speaker. During the meeting between the Maoist Center Chairman Dahal and CPN-UML Chairman KP Oli this morning at Oli’s residence in Balkot, Bhaktapur, the top leaders of the coalition agreed to discuss the issue of the Speaker with NC.

Madhesh govt forms high-level committee to promote good governance

The Madhesh Province government has formed a high-level committee to promote good governance while making service delivery and development work effective. A five-member committee has been formed under the coordination of Nurhari Khatiwada, Secretary of Government Reform and Coordination Division of the Chief Minister’s Office.

Remaining reconstruction will be given completion: PM Dahal

Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’ has pledged to complete all remaining work of post-quake reconstruction. Prime Minister Dahal has asserted that his government’s foremost priorities were construction of earthquake-resilient infrastructures and to move ahead with uniformity in policy and practice.

National flag lowered to half-mast in mourning of air crash deceased today

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MoHA) has decided to lower the Nepali national flag to half-mast today (Monday) in mourning of those who lost their lives in an air crash in Pokhara on Sunday.

 

Publish Date : 16 January 2023 22:22 PM

KMC sterilizes over 5,000 community dogs under ward-level program

KATHMANDU: Under a sterilization and vaccination program run across 28

Special convention leaders warn of new NC leadership if Deuba does not appear

KATHMANDU: Leaders supporting the Nepali Congress special convention have warned

63% of delegates support Nepali Congress Special Convention

KATHMANDU: Sixty-three percent of delegates at the ongoing second special

Under pressure from special convention, Deuba agrees to talk with General Secretaries

KATHMANDU: Facing increased pressure due to the second special convention,

Party unity at stake: Koirala acts as mediator between Deuba and special convention faction

KATHMANDU: Following a meeting with Nepali Congress President Sher Bahadur