- Sunday, 12 April 2026
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Two more middlemen involved in fake Bhutanese refugee scam arrested
Among those accused of being involved in a racket of sending people to the United States identifying them as Bhutanese refugee, police today arrested two persons from Baneswor, Kathmandu.
Govt. decides to amend rules regarding accompanied goods
The government has formed a task force for the overall improvement of the cooperatives sector.
Nepal, Gautam discuss party unification
CPN (Unified Socialist) Chairperson Madhav Kumar Nepal and CPN (Unity National Campaign) coordinator Bam Dev Gautam have held a meeting today.
Law Day-2080 BS observed
The Supreme Court here today celebrated the Law Day organizing an event on its premises.
TI-Nepal draws attention on bills to amend two commissions
Transparency International –Nepal (TI-Nepal) has drawn its attention to amendment bills related to Corruption Control and Commission for the Investigation of Abuse of Authority which were under clause-wise discussion after being tabled at the parliament.
PM announces new fight against corruption
Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda' has announced a new fight against corruption in the country.
New battle against corruption already started: PM Prachanda
It is impossible to initiate a new era of socialism and end of injustice without development and prosperity, and for this we need your support today as in the past. I appeal to the people for the support and help in the fight against corruption, PM Prachanda said.
Govt. collects over Rs 740 million from expedition permits this spring
The spring season is favourable for mountain climbing in Nepal. During this season, the nation welcomes a noticeable number of aspiring climbers from across the globe for expeditions to Mount Everest and other various peaks.
MPs suggest for clearly setting priority sectors in next budget
The House of Representatives members have demanded that the topics of the principles and priorities of the Appropriation Bill should be clearly stated.
Govt. collects over Rs 740 million from expedition permits this spring
Spring season is favourable for mountain climbing in
Police raid UML secretary Rayamajhi's house
Nepal Police have raided the house of CPN (UML) secretary, Top Bahadur Rayamajhi. A special team of Nepal Police raided the house of Rayamajhi on Tuesday afternoon.
51 new cases in 24 hrs, active cases stand at 147
51 new cases (RT-PCR and antigen tests combined) of COVID-19 have been confirmed on Tuesday while 26 people recovered from the disease.
Next decade should be dedicated for economic growth: lawmaker Sharma
Kathmandu, May 9: Lawmaker Bishwa Prakash Sharma has said the coming decade should be dedicated for economic growth.Taking part in the deliberations on the principles and priorities of the Appropriation Bill for the Fiscal Year 2023/24 in a session of the House of Representatives today, he suggested developing a common policy-level vision for boosting the economy. The Nepali Congress general secretary said no time limit should be fixed on corruption-related cases and the State should act tough against such cases. "The works of the government and the policy sector should be clearly delineated. The State should carry out the construction of projects having big investment and development construction works. Investment-friendly climate should be fostered in the country as well," he said.Sharma suggested doing away with what he called the cumbersome administrative provisions for investment and investing budget in productive programmes based on the suggestions of the experts. He called on the government to develop the Vision 95 concept to keep up with and take benefit from the world's largest economies, saying China will be the largest and powerful economy of the world by 2050 to be succeeded by India after that.Lawmaker Sharma stressed on formulating budget which spurs economic growth by increasing production and employment creation. He called for unity among all the parties for this.Lawmaker Rajendra Bajgain emphasised on the need of carrying out a study on areas of economic development in the country. Prem Bahadur Maharjan reiterated on increasing agriculture production prioritizing the indigenous crops and marketization of agriculture produce.Basudev Ghimire suggested reducing loans and international debt while Prabhu Sah expressed concern over the growing brain drain.Surya Prasad Dhakal called for stemming the big corruption that is said to take place in the national pride and other projects, and for the development of the industrial sector. Samjhana Thapaliya demanded the government to address the problems faced by the farmers and entrepreneurs. Harka Maya Bishwakarma stressed that the State should devise budget that spurs economic growth, promotes good governance and achieves economic prosperity. (RSS)
Nepal Bar Association stresses on prompt justice to citizens
Nepal Bar Association has underscored providing prompt justice to citizens and service seekers.
Finance Minister assures of revised interest rates to encourage investment
Finance Minister Dr Prakash Sharan Mahat has said the existing bank interest rates will be revised in a bid to reform the obtaining economic scenario, making economy vibrant.
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