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‘Process to classify govt information halted’

Published On: February 1, 2023 02:15 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Feb 1: Without consultation with Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal, the information classification committee led by the chief secretary has agreed to suspend the process of blocking access to government information. Following the interest of PM Dahal, after discussions with the concerned parties on Monday, it was agreed to postpone the proposal prepared for classification of information and proceed with the discussion in a new way.

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Form high-level committee to identify causes of self-immolation and suicide: MP Singh

Published On: February 1, 2023 01:55 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Feb 1: Independent Member of Parliament (MP) Amresh Kumar Singh has demanded the government form a high-level committee to identify the real reasons behind the increasing cases of self-immolation and suicide and resolve them.

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In Pictures: Sewer pipe breaks in front of Singha Durbar East Gate

Published On: February 1, 2023 01:49 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Feb 1: A sewage pipe has broken in front of the east gate of Singha Durbar. Due to the breakage in the sewer pipe, half of the road is filled with dirty water and the traffic on this route has been obstructed.

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HoR unable to hold meeting regularly as govt has failed to give it businesses

Published On: February 1, 2023 01:00 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Feb 1: The meeting of the House of Representatives will be held on Wednesday. The HoR meeting is being held after a hiatus of a week.

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Madhesh Pradesh: Cabinet expansion delayed amid differences among parties

Published On: February 1, 2023 12:30 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Feb 1: There has been an inordinate delay in the expansion of the cabinet in Madhesh province. Chief Minister Saroj Kumar Yadav has found it difficult to expand his cabinet even three weeks after the formation of the four-member cabinet.

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Bill on money laundering to be amended through fast track process

Published On: February 1, 2023 12:00 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Feb 1: It has been decided that the bill to amend some laws related to money laundering will be moved forward on a fast track basis.

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Addressing multiple crises amid economic slowdown key priority for new IFC Regional Vice President for Asia and the Pacific

Published On: February 1, 2023 11:50 AM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Feb 1: International Finance Corporation (IFC) on Wednesday announced the appointment of Riccardo Puliti as its new Regional Vice President for Asia and the Pacific. Puliti will oversee IFC’s regional efforts in spurring private sector growth and identifying impactful collaborations for a green, resilient, and inclusive recovery, in response to multiple crises and a deteriorating global economic outlook.

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Gold price increases by Rs 500 per tola

Published On: February 1, 2023 11:30 AM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Feb 1: The price of gold has increased by Rs 500 per tola in the domestic market today.

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PM Dahal holds meeting with UML Chairman Oli, RPP Chairman Lingden

Published On: February 1, 2023 11:27 AM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Feb 1: Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal has held a meeting with CPN-UML Chairman K P Oli on Wednesday morning as troubles have begun surfacing in the ruling alliance.

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Weather to be generally clear to partly cloudy today

Published On: February 1, 2023 11:15 AM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Feb 1: The weather is generally clear in most parts of the country, while it is partly cloudy in the hilly areas, according to the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology. At present, some parts of the lowlands of the country are affected by fog in the morning.

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HoR meeting at 1 PM today

Published On: February 1, 2023 10:30 AM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Feb 1: The House of Representatives (HoR) meeting is going to be held today. The meeting will be held at 1PM.

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Emergency assistance project implemented in Nepal under support of Japan govt

Published On: February 1, 2023 10:14 AM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Feb 1: The Government of Japan and the United Nations Human Settlements Program have been implementing a project on the Emergency Support Initiative for Green Building-Based Prevention and Control Measures.

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CPN (Maoist Center) holding Standing Committee and office-bearers meeting

Published On: February 1, 2023 10:11 AM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Feb 1: The ruling party CPN (Maoist Center) is holding separate meetings of the party's standing committee and office bearers.

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Nepal’s Corruption Crisis

Published On: February 1, 2023 08:37 AM NPT By: Republica

The onus also lies on the ordinary citizens to end the corruption. All citizens should demand accountability and transparency from their elected representatives and institutions. Together, we must create a culture of zero tolerance towards corruption, and work towards a more fair and just society. Nepal's future depends on the actions we take today. It's time for the country to move beyond just lip-service and take decisive steps to combat corruption and build a brighter future for all.

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NRB flexible on transaction via electronic wallet, while being stern on fee of interbank ATMs uses

Published On: February 1, 2023 06:15 AM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Feb 1: Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has reduced the transaction fee for ATM users who use the card to carry out the interbank service.

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SIC and LGIC ink agreement to finalize merger deal

Published On: January 31, 2023 09:55 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Jan 31: Sagarmatha Insurance Company (SIC) and Lumbini General Insurance Company (LGIC) on Tuesday signed a final agreement to merge.

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Foreign Minister Paudyal to leave for Sri Lanka on four-day visit on Thursday

Published On: January 31, 2023 09:25 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Jan 31: Minister for Foreign Affairs Dr Bimala Rai Paudyal will visit Sri Lanka on Thursday to participate in the 75th Independence Day functions as an honored guest in Colombo on February 3-4 .

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Premium collection of insurers increased nominally in the first half of the current FY

Published On: January 31, 2023 08:55 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Jan 31: Insurance companies collected premiums worth Rs 91.13 billion in the first six months of the current fiscal year, which was 1.25 percent more than the amount collected in the same period in the last fiscal year.

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Nepse falls 15.70 points, while daily turnover declines to Rs 2.82 billion on Tuesday

Published On: January 31, 2023 06:43 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Jan 31: Nepal Stock Exchange (Nepse) on Tuesday fell 15.70 points to close at 2,111.68 points.

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Police refuse to register complaint against Rabi Lamichhane over passport case

Published On: January 31, 2023 06:00 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Jan 31: The police have refused to register a complaint against Rabi Lamichhane, chairman of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP), over his passport issue.

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