Kathmandu: In a recent announcement, the government declared its intention to reclaim land formerly occupied by the Bansbari Leather and Shoe Factory, deemed unlawfully held by the private sector. The Department of Land Reform and Management (DOLRM) in Dillibazar formally announced the nationalization of the land on Friday, asserting rightful ownership by the government. During… Continue reading Govt Reclaims land of Bansbari Leather and Shoe Factory
Month: March 2024
Joint effort by Nepal and India: Inauguration of Shree Jestha Varna Mahavihar
Kathmandu: Nepal’s Minister for Urban Development, Dhan Bahadur Budha, and Naveen Srivastava, Ambassador of India to Nepal, officially unveiled a new building of Shree Jestha Varna Mahavihar in Lalitpur. The inauguration ceremony, held on Friday, marked a significant milestone in bilateral relations, showcasing the commitment of both nations to preserving Nepal’s cultural heritage. Funded through… Continue reading Joint effort by Nepal and India: Inauguration of Shree Jestha Varna Mahavihar
Swiss business delegation explores investment opportunities in Nepal
Kathmandu: The Embassy of Switzerland, in collaboration with Switzerland Global Enterprise (S-GE) and the Nepal Swiss Chamber of Commerce and Industries (NSCCI), orchestrated the Second Fact-Finding Mission, hosting a delegation of Swiss business representatives in Nepal from March 17 to March 20. The primary objective of the mission was to acquaint Swiss companies with the… Continue reading Swiss business delegation explores investment opportunities in Nepal
Nepal Police and Armed Police Force petrol pumps now open 24/7
Kathmandu: In accordance with directives from Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister Rabi Lamichhane, petrol pumps managed by Nepal Police and Armed Police Force have initiated round-the-clock service effective Wednesday, March 20. This extended operating schedule is implemented at petrol stations situated within the Nepal Police Headquarters in Naxal, the Armed Police Force Headquarters in… Continue reading Nepal Police and Armed Police Force petrol pumps now open 24/7
CIAA files case against section officer for illegally transferring government land
Kathmandu: The Commission for the Investigation of Abuse of Authority (CIAA) has taken legal action against a section officer accused of unlawfully registering government land in an individual’s name. On Thursday, the CIAA filed a case at the Special Court against Yam Kumar Karki, a section officer at the Bagmati Nagar Land Integration Project Office… Continue reading CIAA files case against section officer for illegally transferring government land
Nepal Police investigates Binod Chaudhary in Bansbari land grab case
Kathmandu: The Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) of Nepal Police has initiated an investigation into Nepali Congress lawmaker Binod Chaudhary’s alleged involvement in the Bansbari Leather and Shoe factory land grab case. CIB has formally communicated with Speaker Devraj Ghimire regarding this matter to ensure parliamentary transparency. Spokesperson for the Parliament Secretariat, Ekram Giri, confirmed CIB’s… Continue reading Nepal Police investigates Binod Chaudhary in Bansbari land grab case
Nepali Congress demands resignation of Home Minister Rabi Lamichhane
Kathmandu: Nepali Congress party has demanded the resignation of Home Minister Rabi Lamichhane. This demand was raised during today’s parliamentary session, which began with strong opposition from Congress lawmakers. As the session commenced, Congress members voiced their dissent, prompting the Speaker to allocate time for Congress MP Deepak Giri to speak. Expressing their stance, Giri… Continue reading Nepali Congress demands resignation of Home Minister Rabi Lamichhane
eSewa introduces cross-border payment service for Indian Nationals in Nepal
Kathmanu: eSewa, a leading digital payment platform in Nepal, has rolled out a groundbreaking service allowing Indian nationals to make payments within Nepal seamlessly. In a recent notice issued by eSewa, the company announced the launch of this new feature, marking a significant stride in facilitating cross-border transactions. According to eSewa, Nepali businessmen affiliated with… Continue reading eSewa introduces cross-border payment service for Indian Nationals in Nepal
Bollywood actress Jacqueline Fernandez set to grace Nepal’s jewelry runway show
Kathmandu: Nepal’s vibrant fashion scene is set to dazzle as Bollywood sensation Jacqueline Fernandez gears up to grace the runway at RB Diamond Jewelers’ much-anticipated 27th-anniversary celebration. The event, featuring an extravagant jewelry fashion showcase, is scheduled to take place on March 30. During a press conference held in Kathmandu, it was revealed that Jacqueline… Continue reading Bollywood actress Jacqueline Fernandez set to grace Nepal’s jewelry runway show
Ministry of Home Affairs issues urgent directive on licensed weapons
Kathmandu: Ministry of Home Affairs (MoHA) has issued a crucial directive to its subordinate agencies regarding the documentation of licensed weapons across the country. On Tuesday, MoHA ordered all district administration offices (DAOs) to furnish detailed records of licensed firearms within a tight 24-hour timeframe. This directive follows a significant incident on Monday, where two… Continue reading Ministry of Home Affairs issues urgent directive on licensed weapons