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UML Chairman Oli says discussion on monarchy irrelevant
CPN-UML Chairman KP Oli has emphasized that discussing the possibility of reinstating monarchy in Nepal is irrelevant at this juncture. Speaking at the Nepali Congress’ 48th National Unity and Reconciliation Day program, Oli underscored the lack of rational grounds supporting the revival of monarchy in Nepal. He highlighted the ideology aimed at uplifting the impoverished while appealing to the Nepali public.
Home Minister losing control over police force: RSP Chair Lamichhane
Chairman of Rastriya Swatantra Party Rabi Lamichhane launched a scathing critique against Home Minister Narayankaji Shrestha in a meeting of the State Affairs and Good Governance Committee today morning. The heated exchange stemmed from Shrestha’s comments on Friday’s tragic Balkumari incident that claimed the lives of two youths. Lamichhane, also a former home minister, accused Shrestha of losing control over the police force, asserting that this lapse had repercussions on the overall security system.
Gagan Thapa calls Balkumari incident serious negligence, demands Home Minister’s resignation
Nepali Congress General Secretary Gagan Thapa has strongly criticized the government, labeling Friday’s Balkumari incident as a case of severe negligence, particularly focusing on the tragic death of young job seekers. Thapa issued a stern warning to the government, emphasizing the need to avoid any further mishaps related to this incident during a state system committee meeting.
PM Dahal implements austerity measures, replaces expensive lunches with tea and biscuits in cabinet meetings
Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’ has taken a step towards financial prudence by reducing the extravagant lunches traditionally served during Cabinet meetings. A new directive from the Prime Minister has curtailed the lavish lunch offerings during Council of Ministers meeting. Previously, expensive lunches were the norm for these meetings.
Shots fired as Minister’s vehicle comes under siege: Home Minister Shrestha
Home Minister Narayankaji Shrestha, also Deputy Prime Minister, disclosed that shots were fired on Friday when Physical Infrastructure and Transport Minister Prakash Jwala’s vehicle was besieged during the Balkumari incident. Addressing the House of Representatives’ State Affairs and Good Governance Committee, Minister Shrestha detailed the sequence of events leading to the use of force.
Nepali Cap Day observed as campaign
The Jagaruk Yuva Abhiyan Nepal observed the 11th Nepali Topi Diwas (Nepali Cap Day) today as a campaign with the slogan- ‘Nepali Cap: Nepali Identity’. The campaigners Ghan Shyam Shrestha, Ramji Balami, Janardan Poudel, Shiv Dhital, Ajmat Ali, Gyanmani Nepal Kalotopi, Janak Karki, Laxman Lamsal, Basanta Humagain and Rajesh Khatri issued a statement on the occasion today, calling for declaring the Nepali cap as the national identity.
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