Kathmandu: The Cabinet convened at Singha Durbar on Thursday to deliberate on the restructuring of the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO). Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal chaired the meeting, during which key decisions were made to initiate the restructuring process. The official announcement came after an earlier discussion today, where Prime Minister Dahal engaged with officials… Continue reading Cabinet meeting initiates restructuring of Prime Minister’s office
Himalaya Airlines inaugurates new flight route connecting Kathmandu and Lhasa
Kathmandu: In a significant move to enhance air connectivity between Nepal and China, Himalaya Airlines has officially commenced its Kathmandu-Lhasa-Kathmandu flight route. The inaugural flight took off from Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) at 8:40 AM on Thursday, carrying 136 passengers on board.The launch event was graced by the presence of Sudan Kiranti, the Minister for… Continue reading Himalaya Airlines inaugurates new flight route connecting Kathmandu and Lhasa
Prime Minister Dahal marks one-year anniversary, highlights achievements in national address
Kathmandu: In a nationally televised address from the Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers at Singha Durbar, Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal commemorated the completion of one year since the formation of the government under his leadership. The address outlined key initiatives, progress, and achievements in the areas of good governance, social… Continue reading Prime Minister Dahal marks one-year anniversary, highlights achievements in national address
Concerns rise as 100 Nepali nationals missing, 7 confirmed dead after joining Russian army
Kathmandu: Foreign Minister Narayan Prakash (NP) Saud has disclosed that approximately 100 Nepali individuals, who enlisted in the Russian army, are currently reported missing. The revelation comes amid rising anxieties about the fate of Nepali citizens who joined the military in Russia. FM Saud shared that the Russian government itself provided information regarding the fate… Continue reading Concerns rise as 100 Nepali nationals missing, 7 confirmed dead after joining Russian army
Nepal govt faces alarming surge in public debt
Kathmandu: Public debt liability of the Government of Nepal has witnessed an unprecedented surge, reaching a staggering Rs 2.3 trillion within a span of five and a half years. As of the fiscal year 2018/19, the combined internal and external debt stood at a relatively modest Rs 1.04 trillion. However, recent data indicates an alarming… Continue reading Nepal govt faces alarming surge in public debt
TIA smuggling scandal unveiled: committee reveals 138 kg gold smuggling network
Kathmandu: The investigation committee of the Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) Customs Office has concluded its probe, uncovering a significant gold smuggling operation involving Min Bahadur Ghale and his associates. The committee revealed that a total of 138 kg of gold was smuggled, with 14 kg previously seized during the arrest of Chandra Ale on December… Continue reading TIA smuggling scandal unveiled: committee reveals 138 kg gold smuggling network
Chief Justice shrestha launches automated case management system across high courts
Kathmandu: Chief Justice Bishowambhar Prasad Shrestha has officially introduced an automation system for case management in all high courts and benches. The launch took place at the Patan High Court during a program presided over by Chief Justice Shrestha. Expressing his enthusiasm, CJ Shrestha remarked, “This is a happy moment. It gives simplicity in judicial… Continue reading Chief Justice shrestha launches automated case management system across high courts
Agriculture Ministry disburses Rs 800 mn subsidy to sugarcane farmers
Kathmandu: In a significant move to support sugarcane farmers, the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development has disbursed Rs 800 million in subsidies, out of the total earmarked amount of Rs 1.32 billion for the last Fiscal Year (FY) 2022/23. The disbursement, credited to farmers’ accounts in the current FY, aims to bolster agricultural businesses.… Continue reading Agriculture Ministry disburses Rs 800 mn subsidy to sugarcane farmers
Energy Ministry takes action to revoke licenses of inactive hydropower projects
Kathmandu: In response to Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal’s directive, the Ministry of Energy has initiated preparations to revoke licenses of non-operational hydropower projects. The move comes as concerns rise over the trend of acquiring licenses without making tangible progress in project development. The Department of Electricity Development (DoED) has taken charge of the initiative,… Continue reading Energy Ministry takes action to revoke licenses of inactive hydropower projects
Nepal Foreign Trade Association protests power disconnections by NEA over tariff dispute
Kathmandu: The Nepal Foreign Trade Association (NFTA) has lodged a formal protest against the Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA) for disconnecting power lines to industries accused of non-payment of electricity tariffs related to the dedicated feeders and trunk lines. According to NFTA representatives, the NEA recently implemented a tariff hike of up to 67 percent in… Continue reading Nepal Foreign Trade Association protests power disconnections by NEA over tariff dispute