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Climate change finds no mention in 16th Periodic Plan despite urgent concerns

KATHMANDU, Oct 1: Despite the pressing global challenge of climate change and its severe implications for Nepal, the recently released concept paper of the 16th Periodic Plan by the Nepali government has omitted any mention of climate change. This glaring omission has raised concerns among experts and officials who consider it both unnatural and unexpected, given Nepal's vulnerability to climate-related disasters.
Climate change finds no mention in 16th Periodic Plan despite urgent concerns


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Published On: October 1, 2023 03:30 PM NPT

Climate change finds no mention in 16th Periodic Plan despite urgent concerns
Climate change finds no mention in 16th Periodic Plan despite urgent concerns

KATHMANDU, Oct 1: Despite the pressing global challenge of climate change and its severe implications for Nepal, the recently released concept paper of the 16th...
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Published On: October 1, 2023 08:15 AM NPT

Has Nepal lost interest in the cross-border railway network with China?
Has Nepal lost interest in the cross-border railway network with China?

KATHMANDU, Oct 1: Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal returned home on Saturday after completing his week-long official visit to China, marking a significant diplomatic journey...
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Published On: September 29, 2023 09:30 AM NPT

Do Nepali visa applicants need to worry about India-Canada diplomatic tension?
Do Nepali visa applicants need to worry about India-Canada diplomatic tension?

KATHMANDU, Sept 29: On September 18, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau made allegations against the Indian government, implicating its hand in the fatal shooting of...
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Published On: September 28, 2023 08:30 PM NPT

Do you know about 'Labor Audit'?
Do you know about 'Labor Audit'?

KATHMANDU, Sept 28: A labor audit is a legal process to check whether an employer's employment-related policies and practices comply with the law. It is...
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Published On: September 24, 2023 05:21 PM NPT

What is anticipatory bail? How can it be taken?
What is anticipatory bail? How can it be taken?

KATHMANDU, Sept 24: An anticipatory bail is a legal provision that allows a person to seek bail in anticipation of being accused or arrested for...
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Published On: September 24, 2023 04:00 PM NPT

Refusing to grant citizenship in name of mother is unconstitutional: SC
Refusing to grant citizenship in name of mother is unconstitutional: SC

KATHMANDU, Sept 24: The Supreme Court (SC) has ruled that refusing to grant citizenship in the name of the mother is against the constitution, issuing...
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Published On: September 23, 2023 09:00 AM NPT

Tashi Sherpa, stranded in the Philippines for five months, desperately seeks help
Tashi Sherpa, stranded in the Philippines for five months, desperately seeks help

KATHMANDU, Sept 23: Tashi Sherpa from Sankhuwasabha, who landed in the Philippines in an attempt to reach the United States illegally, has been stranded in...
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Published On: September 21, 2023 03:15 PM NPT

Judicial Council decides to appoint District Judges, even those who did not pass the PSC written examination
Judicial Council decides to appoint District Judges, even those who did not pass the PSC written examination

KATHMANDU, Sept 21: The Judicial Council has made a decision to appoint and transfer district judges to positions that have remained vacant for an extended...
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Published On: September 2, 2023 08:15 AM NPT

Experts highlight need for intensifying diplomatic endeavors as Nepal's climate finance landscape remains poor
Experts highlight need for intensifying diplomatic endeavors as Nepal's climate finance landscape remains poor

KATHMANDU, Sept 2: Kagbeni, a picturesque village in Mustang district, woke up to the shock of a devastating flash flood on August 13, 2023. Besides...
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Published On: August 31, 2023 01:45 PM NPT

Nepal miffed with China for not recognizing its new political map
Nepal miffed with China for not recognizing its new political map

KATHMANDU, Aug 31: Experts have highlighted concerns over the Chinese government's apparent disregard for Nepal's updated political map, released three years ago. These experts attribute...
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Published On: August 30, 2023 11:30 AM NPT

Pollution reduces life expectancy of Nepalis by five years
Pollution reduces life expectancy of Nepalis by five years

KATHMANDU, Aug 30: It's monsoon time. Air pollution has decreased due to rain. Although there is not much discussion, an international report has shown that...
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Published On: August 24, 2023 07:00 PM NPT

Public transport fare goes up in Kathmandu Valley as NOC hikes diesel price
Public transport fare goes up in Kathmandu Valley as NOC hikes diesel price

KATHMANDU, Aug 24: The fares of taxis and other public vehicles operating in the Bagmati Province have increased. ...
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