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HoR meeting postponed amid standoff over gold smuggling case

The House of Representatives (HoR) meeting, which was scheduled for today, was adjourned after the main opposition party, CPN-UML, remained firm on their demand for the formation of a high-level committee to investigate the one quintal gold smuggling case.

PM Dahal, leader Oli meet in Baluwatar

Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’ and CPN-UML Chair KP Oli held a meeting today. The meeting took place at the Prime Minister’s official residence, Baluwatar, focused on discussions about contemporary political affairs, with a particular emphasis on ending the ongoing House obstructions, according to the Prime Minister’s Secretariat.

PM Dahal vows “uncompromising investigation” into gold smuggling case

Prime Minister (PM) Pushpa Kamal Dahal “Prachanda” has reaffirmed what he said “unwavering commitment” to conduct a thorough investigation and take decisive action against all individuals implicated in the recent gold smuggling case. To recall, approximately one quintal of gold was illicitly transported through the Tribhuvan International Airport on July 18 and subsequently discovered in Sinamangal, Kathmandu.

Tourists’ arrival in off-season elates tourism entrepreneurs in Sauraha

Hotel entrepreneurs in Sauraha are elated with the rising inflow of tourists in the district despite increasing risks in the travel during rainy season. The July and August are considered off-season in terms of the inflow of tourists. Due to shrinking business in the rainy season, the hotel staffs were also encouraged to stay on leave in previous years.

Maoist Center to live-stream Central Committee meeting

In a bid to prevent unnecessary propaganda, the ruling Maoist Center has decided to live-stream the upcoming central committee meeting, scheduled to take place from August 2 to 7. The decision was made during a meeting of the party’s office bearers on Monday morning, according to General Secretary Dev Gurung.

PM Dahal, RSP Chief Whip Pariyar discuss Parliament’s effectiveness and TJ Bill

A meeting took place between Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’ and Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) Chief Whip Santosh Pariyar to discuss some crucial matters. In the meeting held at the Prime Minister’s residence in Baluwatar today morning, both leaders emphasized the need to enhance the effectiveness of Parliament and its role in governing the nation.

Gold price down by Rs 300 per tola today

Gold price decreased by Rs 300 per tola in the domestic market today. According to the Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association, the price of fine gold has been set at Rs. 112,600 per tola, while standard gold is being traded at Rs. 112,050 per tola.