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  • Rawal seeks PM’s explanation for not using Nepal’s latest map

    Rawal seeks PM’s explanation for not using Nepal’s latest map

    KATHMANDU: Influential leader of ruling CPN-UML’s disgruntled faction, Dr. Bhim Rawal, has urged Prime Minister and party Chairman KP Oli to explain why the government has not been using the Nepal’s map with Limpiyadhura officially.

    Commenting on the use of erroneous map of Nepal in the medals and emblems distributed by President Bidya Devi Bhandari, Dr. Rawal, on his social media twitter, demanded the government’s clarification for doing so.

    “The prime minister should respond immediately the intention of not including Limpiyadhura, Lipulek and Kalapani areas of Darchula district in the map of Nepal,” he said, asking, “Is this avoided deliberately as per the PM’s agreement the foreign spies made during the latest visit at Baluwatar?” Source:Khabarhub

     

  • NC leader Gagan Thapa invites PM Oli to HoR

    NC leader Gagan Thapa invites PM Oli to HoR

    KATHMANDU: Nepali Congress (NC) leader Gagan Thapa has challenged Prime Minister KP Oli to be present at the House of Representatives (HoR), in today’s meeting of the Parliament.

    Thapa extended the invitation in order to discuss and debate on the works completed by the government in its three years of governance.

    He said, “I invite you to the HoR to hold a debate session based on facts and statistics.”

    Prime Minister KP Oli was scheduled to present the annual reports of Madhesi Commission and Tharu Commission of the fiscal year 2076/77 in the meeting.

    Meanwhile, the HoR meeting also passed the condolence motion on the demise of former Minister of State for Industry, Commerce and Supplies Aishwarya Lal Pradhananga who passed away at the age of 96 on April 2.

  • Army is prepared to face any situation: Thapa

    Army is prepared to face any situation: Thapa

    BARDIBAS: Chief of Army Staff (CoAS) Purnachandra Thapa has said that the army is the center of faith and trust of the people and a symbol of unity.

    Addressing a gathering of ex-servicemen residing in districts under the Middle East battalion in Bardibas Wednesday, he said it was the army’s ultimate duty to uphold the country’s sovereignty, geographical integrity, national independence, and national unity.

    Thapa said, “We are always ready to face any situation and will be ready for the future to fulfill the specific responsibility entrusted to us by the constitution.”

    Stating that we are dedicated to keeping alive the golden and glorious history of our forefathers, the army has been moving forward on the path of duty. ‘

    He added, “The role of the Army is crucial in keeping the role of the Army intact. Mentioning that they have a history of sacrifice, dedication, dutifulness, unwavering patriotism, liveliness, and glorious ancestors, he said that they have been guided by our history, glorious tradition, the high-level chain of command, apolitical character, sense of unity, and uninterrupted organizational goals.

    He also said that everyone was feeling proud of the contribution being made by the army for the sake of peace and stability in the country.

    Through the conference, the Army has been taking information on issues of common concern and has been paying due respect to the dedication made by the Army for the nation and the Army.

    Stating that the economic development, progress, and overall management of the rest of the army is the pillar of the entire army.

    The next provincial conference is being held in Hetauda of Bagmati province on April 4. Source:Khabarhub

  • PM Oli cautions against deceitful remarks made by political leaders

    PM Oli cautions against deceitful remarks made by political leaders

    KATHMANDU: Prime Minister KP Oli has cautioned against remarks being made by leaders of various political parties to deceive the public. He also said the threat to republic federalism was a mere political stunt articulated by some selfish elements.

    Addressing a program in Kathmandu, Tuesday, PM Oli reiterated the government’s commitment to the country’s development and urged political leaders to be loyal to the nation rather than being involved in petty politics.

    The PM came down heavily on CPN-UML senior leader Madhav Kumar Nepal and Maoist Center Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’ for talking about unity but differing in terms of behavior to achieve unity.

    PM Oli, referring to a recent discussion held by Brihat Nagarik Andolan at Nepal Academy in Kamaladi on Saturday, slammed Nepal’s remarks in which Nepal had said he had done everything possible for unity of the party.

    He also criticized Maoist Chairman Prachanda for not being responsive when it was time to reunite. He clarified that the Supreme Court had given them 15 days to reunite the UML and Maoist Center but Prachanda “turned a deaf ear” to his call for party merger.

    “I made a phone call to him. However, later it came to my notice that Prachanda snubbed my request,” the PM said.

    He stated that there was no threat to republic federalism and urged political leaders to make meaningful remarks rather than confusing the people.

  • PM Oli cautions against deceitful remarks made by political leaders

    PM Oli cautions against deceitful remarks made by political leaders

    KATHMANDU: Prime Minister KP Oli has cautioned against remarks being made by leaders of various political parties to deceive the public. He also said the threat to republic federalism was a mere political stunt articulated by some selfish elements.

    Addressing a program in Kathmandu, Tuesday, PM Oli reiterated the government’s commitment to the country’s development and urged political leaders to be loyal to the nation rather than being involved in petty politics.

    The PM came down heavily on CPN-UML senior leader Madhav Kumar Nepal and Maoist Center Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’ for talking about unity but differing in terms of behavior to achieve unity.

    PM Oli, referring to a recent discussion held by Brihat Nagarik Andolan at Nepal Academy in Kamaladi on Saturday, slammed Nepal’s remarks in which Nepal had said he had done everything possible for unity of the party.

    He also criticized Maoist Chairman Prachanda for not being responsive when it was time to reunite. He clarified that the Supreme Court had given them 15 days to reunite the UML and Maoist Center but Prachanda “turned a deaf ear” to his call for party merger.

    “I made a phone call to him. However, later it came to my notice that Prachanda snubbed my request,” the PM said.

    He stated that there was no threat to republic federalism and urged political leaders to make meaningful remarks rather than confusing the people.

  • US Ambassador Berry extends best wishes on Holi

    US Ambassador Berry extends best wishes on Holi

    KATHMANDU: US Ambassador to Nepal Randy Berry has extended best wishes on the occasion of Holi, the festival of colors.

    Taking to Twitter, Ambassador Berry has expressed his best wishes posting his old picture celebrating Holi.

    Stating that even though the situation does not allow people to celebrate the Holi festival in a group like previous years due to the coronavirus epidemic, he said the festival can be celebrated by looking at the old pictures of Holi celebration by playing with family members at home.

  • Nepali Congress leader Nabindra Raj Joshi no more !

    Nepali Congress leader Nabindra Raj Joshi no more !

    Kathmandu: A central leader of the main opposition party, Nepali Congress, Nabindra Raj Joshi, died on Friday night. He was 57.

    After surviving a brain haemorrhage on February 26, Joshi was undergoing treatment at Norvic Hospital of Kathmandu. For the past several days, he was on a ventilator, unconscious.

    During treatment, he breathed his last at 8:24 last night, informs the hospital in a press statement, adding his heart had stopped functioning since Friday morning.

    Joshi was a two-time lawmaker representing Kathmandu’s constituency number 8 to the House of Representatives. He was the Minister for Industry during the premiership of Pushpa Kamal Dahal (2016-2017).

    As a minister, Joshi is credited for reviving the Nepal Aushadhi Limited, a government-run drug manufacturer of the country.

  • PM Oli warns HoR dissolution could repeat

    PM Oli warns HoR dissolution could repeat

    KATHMANDU: Prime Minister KP Oli, justifying his move of dissolving the House of Representatives (HoR), warned the HoR could be dissolved again if a precarious situation arrives where the government and Parliament do not function effectively.

    Addressing an all-party meeting at Shital Niwas Tuesday, PM Oli remarked going for fresh elections was the obvious course of action if the political stalemate continued.

    “Article 76 and 85 have provisions for Parliament dissolution. If the government and Parliament do not run smoothly, the House could be dismissed again. One should not raise their eyebrows if so happens,” the PM told the gathering of party leaders Tuesday.

    The PM also expressed dissatisfaction over the allegation of regression against his House dissolution move.

    Likewise, parliamentary party leaders raised questions over the role of the president in the HoR dissolution at the meeting. Replying to such references, President Bhandari stated that she had truthfully abided by the constitution.

    President Bhandari said political cooperation and consensus should be continued for effective implementation of the statute and for strengthening democracy in the country. She also stressed dialogue, cooperation and unity were unique features of Nepali politics.

    The meeting concluded with the president apprising the leaders about her two-day official visit to Bangladesh on March 22.

    The meeting, which was supposed to narrow down the differences among the political parties, failed to yield a positive outcome.

  • Army Day observed with grand military display

    Army Day observed with grand military display

    KATHMANDU: Nepali Army (NA) marked the Maha Shivaratri and Army Day amid a spectacular ceremony at the Army Pavilion, Tundikhel on Thursday.

    President and the Supreme Commander of Nepali Army, Bidya Devi Bhandari attended the ceremony and observed all activities with keen interest.

    President Bhandari also paid homage to the martyrs at the Bir Smarak. On the occasion, a contingent of NA offered the “Guard of Honor” to the President.

    Present on the occasion were Vice President Nanda Bahadur Pun, Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli, Chief Justice Cholendra Shumsher JBR, Speaker of House of Representatives Agni Prasad Sapkota, ministers, diplomats and high-ranking government officials.

    The signifying banner of Army Day 2077 and showering of flowers were displayed by the helicopters of NA.

    During the event, the march-past was followed by the display of Artillery equipment, and the cultural performances depicting all seven provinces were demonstrated.

    On the occasion, President Bhandari launched different books entitled ‘History of Unification of Nepal (1801 BS-1872 BS)’, ‘Introduction to Historic Forts, Bations and Battle Grounds of Nepal’ and ‘Sipahi- the Army’s annual Special Issue 2077’.

    She also handed awards to the winners in the recently held free-fall jump competition. On the occasion, various dances, including the Shiva Tandava dance, were performed by the army artistes.

    Nepali Army has participated in the UN peacekeeping since 1958. So far, Nepal has contributed more than 135,000 peacekeepers in various missions.

    Meanwhile, Ratna Krishna Shrestha, a photo journalist affiliated with Rastriya Samachar Samiti, has been honored with the ‘Chief of Army Staff Commendation Standard’. Other 347 including army soldiers have received the honor. Chief of Army Staff Purna Chandra Thapa handed the honor to Shrestha and others. Source: khabarhub

  • Former Miss Nepal Khatiwada joins Harvard University

    Former Miss Nepal Khatiwada joins Harvard University

    KATHMANDU: Former Miss Nepal Shrinkhala Khatiwada has got admission at Harvard University Graduate School of Design, the world’s renowned university based in America.

    Bachelor in Architecture, Khatiwada will pursue her master’s degree in Urban Planning at the university. After being accepted by the university, she has shared her happiness with her fans on social networking site.

    Sharing her happiness Khatiwada has said that she has been the happiest to get admission at Harvard University.

    Khatiwada had won the title of Miss Nepal in 2018. She had also taken part in Miss World contest after winning the coveted Miss Nepal title.