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A Local Government That the Locals Love
A Local Government That the Locals Love
Jeevlal Poudel, from ChilawniPokhara in GulmiDarbar Rural Municipality-6, is 81 years old and walks with the help of a cane. He faces difficulty when walking uphill and downhill, and knee pain prevents him from traveling long distances. Until a few years ago, he had to go to Goudakot, a market area...
May 22, 2023
ECONOMY
Experts urge govt to reduce revenue leakage by maintaining a good blend of fiscal policy a...
Experts urge govt to reduce revenue leakage by maintaining a...
KATHMANDU, May 22: Experts have suggested the government to focus on diversifying tax bases from the upcoming budget along with maintaining good coordination between fiscal policy and monetary policy to take out the economy from ongoing problems.
May 22, 2023
Editorial
Bhaktapur: A Shining Example for 752 Local Govts
Bhaktapur: A Shining Example for 752 Local Govts
In the ancient city of Bhaktapur, a remarkable transformation is underway—a blend of tradition and innovation, paving the way for vibrant growth. While the Bhairab Rath of Bhaktapur has been garaged after the Biska Jatra, the chariot of development continues to parade through the Island of Goodness.
May 22, 2023
SOCIETY
Nepal records four cases of COVID-19 on Sunday
Nepal records four cases of COVID-19 on Sunday
KATHMANDU, May 21: Nepal recorded four new cases of COVID-19 along with 12 recoveries on Sunday, according to the information released by the Ministry of Health and Population (MoHP).
May 21, 2023
SOCIETY
The tale of a Japanese comedian who landed in Nepal in search of shamans and witches
The tale of a Japanese comedian who landed in Nepal in searc...
KATHMANDU, May 21: On Sunday, during my morning walk to Swayambhu, I stopped by to drink aloe vera juice sold by Radha Dhungana, who has been selling aloe vera juice and barley grass juice in Swayambhu area for a long time.
May 21, 2023
POLITICS
Govt's policies and programs do not reflect ground reality: CPN-UML Chairman Oli
Govt's policies and programs do not reflect ground reality:...
KATHMANDU, May 21: CPN-UML Chairman KP Sharma Oli has said that the government’s policies and programs presented for the upcoming fiscal year 2023/24 do not reflect ground reality.
May 21, 2023
POLITICS
Policies and programs: Upper House lawmakers air differing opinions
Policies and programs: Upper House lawmakers air differing o...
KATHMANDU, May 21: The government’s policies and programs for the upcoming fiscal year 2023-24 have received mixed reactions from the members of parliament.
May 21, 2023
ECONOMY
Govt arrears are seen only as a routine job of auditors: Auditor General Dangal
Govt arrears are seen only as a routine job of auditors: Aud...
KATHMANDU, May 21: Auditor General Tanka Mani Sharma Dangal has said that people have started taking government arrears only as ‘something the auditors point out as a routine job.’
May 21, 2023
POLITICS
Police investigation report prepared
Police investigation report prepared
KATHMANDU, May 21: The police have prepared a report after investigating high-profile individuals in the fake Bhutanese refugee scam. The police report includes statements of the victims as well as middlemen arrested by the police and some bounced cheques and SMS as evidence. The police report also...
May 21, 2023
ECONOMY
14,600 tons of chemical fertilizers imported to Nepal via Tatopani border
14,600 tons of chemical fertilizers imported to Nepal via Ta...
KATHMANDU, May 21: Chemical fertilizers have started entering Nepal this year via Tatopani, the northern border crossing of Nepal with China.
May 21, 2023