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Thai court sacks PM over ethics case

Published On: August 14, 2024 05:22 PM NPT By: Republica

BANGKOK, Aug 14: Thailand's Constitutional Court sacked Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin on Wednesday, branding him dishonest in a ruling in an ethics case that throws the kingdom into fresh political turmoil.

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Microplastics found in all Indian salt and sugar brands: Study

Published On: August 14, 2024 05:20 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Aug 14: A recent study has revealed that all Indian brands of salt and sugar, regardless of their size, packaging, or type, contain microplastics. The research, conducted by the environmental organization Toxics Link, tested a variety of salt and sugar samples purchased from online and local markets, including table salt, rock salt, sea salt, and different types of sugar.

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Govt rescues Nepalis held hostage in India

Published On: August 14, 2024 04:45 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Aug 14: The government has intensified efforts to rescue Nepalis held hostage in India, facilitate their return home, and reunite them with their families.

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Hearing on writ petition to cancel NEA MD Ghising’s appointment postponed again

Published On: August 14, 2024 04:10 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Aug 14: The long-awaited hearing on the case filed by Hitendradev Shakya at the Supreme Court (SC) against Kulman Ghising’s appointment as the Managing Director of Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA),  three years ago, was postponed on Wednesday again.

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UML directs lawmakers to support Sudurpaschim CM in confidence vote

Published On: August 14, 2024 03:32 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Aug 14: The CPN-UML has instructed its lawmakers to support Sudurpaschim Province Chief Minister (CM) Kamal Bahadur Shah in today's critical vote of confidence.

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Yeti Airlines achieves IATA ISSA certification

Published On: August 14, 2024 03:00 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Aug 14: Yeti Airlines has achieved International Air Transport Association (IATA) Standard Safety Assessment (ISSA) certification.

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Sudurpaschim CM Shah to seek vote of confidence today

Published On: August 14, 2024 02:35 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Aug 14: Kamal Bahadur Shah, the newly-appointed chief minister (CM) of Sudurpaschim Province, is seeking a vote of confidence in the provincial assembly on Wednesday.

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Kaligandaki corridor blocked by landslides

Published On: August 14, 2024 02:00 PM NPT By: Republica

BAGLUNG, Aug 14: The road along the Kaligandaki Corridor has been blocked due to landslides triggered by incessant rainfall in Dablyang, Baglung Municipality-10.

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HoR meeting underway (live)

Published On: August 14, 2024 01:25 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Aug 14: The House of Representatives (HoR) meeting is currently underway in the federal parliament building at New Baneshwor.

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Mobile passport camp generates Rs 72 million in revenue in Portugal

Published On: August 14, 2024 01:19 PM NPT By: Republica

LISBON, Aug 14: A total of 3,829 applications have been collected from Portugal for making electronic passports (e-passports).

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FWEAN bids farewell to Australian Ambassador Volk

Published On: August 14, 2024 01:10 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Aug 14: The Federation of Women Entrepreneurs’ Associations of Nepal (FWEAN) organized a farewell ceremony for Felicity Jane Volk, the Australian Ambassador to Nepal, on Tuesday.

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HoR sets single agenda of passing TJ bill today

Published On: August 14, 2024 01:06 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Aug 14: The House of Representatives (HoR) has set a single agenda for its meeting on Wednesday, focusing on the passage of the Commission  of Investigation on Enforced Disappeared Persons and the Truth and Reconciliation (Third Amendment) Bill, 2081.

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​​Eight new species of birds found in Resunga and Madane forest areas

Published On: August 14, 2024 12:40 PM NPT By: Republica

GULMI, Aug 14: At least eight new species of birds were detected in the Resunga and Madane protected forest areas.

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Lalitpur reports 38 cholera cases as nationwide count reaches 50

Published On: August 14, 2024 12:00 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Aug 14: The number of cholera patients has increased in recent times with 38 cases in Lalitpur district alone.

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Discussion on Media Council Bill halted as govt and media fraternity stand at odds over some provisions

Published On: August 14, 2024 11:30 AM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Aug 14: The government has expressed disagreement over the recommendation process for the Media Council chairperson outlined in the Media Council Bill presented in Parliament. As a result, the Bill, which was expected to be passed by the Committee for Legislation Management of the National Assembly on Tuesday, could not be approved.

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Australian ambassador pays farewell call on Dahal

Published On: August 14, 2024 11:20 AM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Aug 14: The ambassador of Australia to Nepal, Felicity Volk, has held a farewell meeting with the chairman of CPN (Maoist Center) and former prime minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal.

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Gold price decreases by Rs 300 per tola

Published On: August 14, 2024 11:16 AM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Aug 14: The price of gold has decreased by Rs 300 per tola on Wednesday after reaching an all-time high on Tuesday.

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Preparation afoot to pass Transitional Justice Bill today

Published On: August 14, 2024 11:13 AM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Aug 14: A bill related to transitional justice (TJ) is to be tabled in the meeting of the House of Representatives (HoR) today.

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Traffic resumes on Prithvi Highway

Published On: August 14, 2024 11:12 AM NPT By: Republica

CHITWAN, Aug 14: The Mugling-Mauwakhola road section along the Prithvi Highway has come into operation. Earlier, traffic on the road section was obstructed following landslides at various places.

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Parliamentary committee invites complaints against ambassadorial nominees for 18 countries

Published On: August 14, 2024 11:00 AM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Aug 14: The Parliamentary Hearing Committee (PHC) has invited complaints against the ambassadors recommended for 18 various countries to expedite the hearing process.

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