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NC protests over appointment of Rabi Lamichhane as Home Minister amid fraud investigation
Gold price up by Rs 800 per tola today
Gold price decreased by Rs 800 per tola in the Nepali market today. According to the Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association, the price of fine gold has been fixed at Rs 125,800 per tola and standard gold is traded at Rs 125,200 per tola. The precious yellow metal was traded at Rs. 125,000 per tola, and standard gold at Rs. 124,400 per tola on Wednesday.
Gold smuggling: Commission submits report to Home Minister
The probe commission tasked with investigating gold smuggling has submitted its report to Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister Rabi Lamichhane. Dilliraj Acharya, the Chairman of the commission and a former judge, said he delivered the report to the Ministry of Home Affairs on Thursday. Amid allegations of shielding political figures implicated in the smuggling of 60 kilograms of gold passing through airport customs and other instances of gold smuggling, pressure mounted for the establishment of a high-level commission of inquiry.
Govt advocates file petition at Patan High Court for stronger action against cricketer Sandeep Lamichhane in rape case
Legal representatives of the government have lodged a petition at the Patan High Court, seeking more stringent measures against cricketer Sandeep Lamichhane in connection with a rape case. The petitioners argue that the ruling issued by the Kathmandu District Court failed to meet their expectations. Earlier, the Kathmandu District Court had sentenced Sandeep Lamichhane to eight years in prison and imposed a fine of Rs 500,000 after finding him guilty in the rape case. However, government advocates had urged for a minimum sentence of 13 years, citing that the victim is a minor.
Writ petition filed at Supreme Court seeking legal recognition for live-in relationships
Advocate Anu Bhattari has filed a writ petition at the Supreme Court, urging for legal recognition of live-in relationships. The petition calls for a legal framework to ensure that couples who meet the legal criteria can engage in live-in relationships. Despite the increasing prevalence of such relationships, Nepal lacks specific laws and regulations governing them.
South Korea to expand job opportunities for Nepali migrant workers in additional sectors
In a significant development, South Korea has announced its intention to broaden job prospects for Nepali migrant laborers through the Employment Permit System (EPS) by introducing opportunities in three new sectors starting from 2024. The Korean government’s initiative aims to extend employment opportunities to Nepali workers in the service sector, forest sector, and root industries. Previously, Nepali migrant workers predominantly found employment in the agricultural, manufacturing, and shipbuilding sectors.
Seven more Nepali nationals serving in Russian Army killed in Russia-Ukraine conflict
ragic news has emerged as seven Nepali nationals, serving in the Russian Army, have lost their lives in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has officially confirmed this devastating development.
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