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Unified Socialist holding meeting to discuss MCC

Published On: February 27, 2022 09:54 AM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Feb 27: The CPN (Unified Socialist) has called a secretariat meeting of the party to further discuss the issue of the ratification of US assistance Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) compact agreement.

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Govt to conduct free PCR test for workers going abroad for work

Published On: February 27, 2022 08:55 AM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Feb 27: The government will provide free RT-PCR tests for COVID-19 to all Nepali nationals going for foreign employment. The Ministry of Health and Population has made a ministerial decision to provide free RT-PCR testing to the migrant workers.

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We failed to give a ‘positive’ message: Minister Karki

Published On: February 27, 2022 07:48 AM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Feb 27: A meeting between the leaders of ruling Nepali Congress (NC) and Minister for Communications and Information Technology Gyanendra Bahadur Karki and CPN (UML) held on Saturday failed to make any headway regarding the ratification of the MCC compact and resumption of parliamentary business.

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MCC is in Nepal's interest: NC leader Poudel

Published On: February 27, 2022 07:43 AM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Feb 27: Senior leader of Nepali Congress(NC) Ramchandra Poudel has said the ratification of MCC grant agreement through parliament is in the larger interest of the country. He accused the communist parties of shying away from the agreement made for the MCC grant.

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Leader Dahal and Nepal have given their word to PM Deuba to ratify MCC: Chairman Oli

Published On: February 26, 2022 05:38 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Feb 26: CPN-UML Chairman KP Sharma Oli has said that the CPN (Maoist Center) Chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal and CPN (Unified Socialist) Madhav Kumar Nepal have given their word to Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba to vote in favor of the US-funded Millenium Challenge Corporation (MCC) grant agreement.

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Nepal records 155 new cases, 540 recoveries and two deaths on Saturday

Published On: February 26, 2022 04:32 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Feb 26: Nepal recorded 155 new cases of COVID-19 along with 540 recoveries and two deaths from the deadly virus on Saturday, according to the information released by the Ministry of Health and Population (MoHP).

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Martyrs' contribution should not be forgotten: Senior leader Poudel

Published On: February 26, 2022 04:29 PM NPT By: Republica

DAMAULI, Feb 26: Nepali Congress (NC) senior leader Ramchandra Poudel stressed that they should not forget the contributions of martyrs.

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Maoist Center should leave alliance if not in favor of MCC: Former PM Bhattarai

Published On: February 26, 2022 04:10 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Feb 26: Ruling coalition partner Janata Samajwadi Party (JSP) Federal Council Chairman Dr Baburam Bhattarai has said that CPN (Maoist Center) should quit the ruling alliance immediately if the party is not in favor of ratifying the US-funded Millenium Challenge Corporation (MCC) grant agreement.

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Another People’s War likely: Chairman Dahal

Published On: February 26, 2022 04:09 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Feb 26: CPN (Maoist Center) Chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal has said that a conspiracy is being hatched to usurp the constitution, democracy, and the rights of all the oppressed classes and communities.

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IMF chief says repercussions of Ukraine situation pose "significant economic risks"

Published On: February 26, 2022 04:04 PM NPT By: Republica

WASHINGTON, International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said Friday this week's events in Ukraine are "a matter of grave concern," warning that the repercussions of the conflict pose "significant economic risks" in the region and around the world.

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Minister Ale pledges to work for development and promotion of Khaptad Area

Published On: February 26, 2022 03:00 PM NPT By: Republica

DOTI, Feb 26: Minister for Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation Prem Bahadur Ale reaffirmed his commitment towards development and promotion of the Khaptad Area, a protected area stretching across Bajhang, Bajura, Achham, and Doti districts.

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We are searching alternatives to protect alliance, resolve national problem: Chair Dahal

Published On: February 26, 2022 02:30 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Feb 26: Chairperson of the CPN (Maoist Center), Pushpa Kamal Dahal has said that they have been focusing their attention to find a solution to the national problem without breaking the ruling coalition.

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PM Deuba gives ultimatum to Dahal to finalize Maoist Center’s stand on MCC grant agreement by 3PM

Published On: February 26, 2022 02:24 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Feb 26: Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba has given an ultimatum to CPN (Maoist Center) to formulate an institutional view on the US-funded Millenium Challenge Corporation (MCC) compact agreement.

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Vehicles brought with taxpayers' money gathering dust in govt offices (Photo Feature)

Published On: February 26, 2022 02:00 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Feb 26: Expensive vehicles brought for various purposes have piled up in the parking lots of government offices. The offices are tempted to buy new cars instead of repairing old ones because of their greed for commission. Many vehicles bought by taxpayer’s money have remained parked on government premises for years without repairs.

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PM Deuba and UML Chairman Oli to hold discussion in Baluwatar again today

Published On: February 26, 2022 01:32 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Feb 26: Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba and CPN-UML Chairman KP Sharma Oli are set to hold further discussions on the US-funded Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) compact agreement and the recent political developments in the country today.

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Besisahar-Chame road to close for 15 days

Published On: February 26, 2022 01:15 PM NPT By: Republica

LAMJUNG, Feb 26: The Besisahar-Chame road linking Lamjung and Manang district will remain closed from March 4 to March 19.

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Minister Khadka calls for making COVID-19 vaccine accessible to all

Published On: February 26, 2022 12:45 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Feb 26: Minister for Foreign Affairs Dr. Narayan Khadka said that COVID-19 pandemic was a common problem worldwide and called on the world community to make vaccination accessible and affordable to all.

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Nepal sees arrival of 16,975 tourists in January

Published On: February 26, 2022 12:14 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Feb 26: As many as 16,975 international tourists from 150 countries visited Nepal in January, according to the Department of Immigration. The number of tourists arriving in the country has shown signs of recovery for the tourism sector, which was hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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IPPAN expects new dimension in power trade after fresh agreement between Nepal, India

Published On: February 26, 2022 11:00 AM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Feb 26: The Independent Power Producers' Association of Nepal (IPPAN) has welcomed the agreements reached at the recently held meeting of the Nepal-India Energy Secretary-Level Joint Steering Committee.

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UML won't remain 'indecisive' on MCC grant agreement issue: Gyawali

Published On: February 25, 2022 11:18 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Feb 25: The main opposition party, CPN-UML, has said that it will make its position on the MCC grant agreement clear if the government creates an environment for the UML to take part in the parliamentary process.

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