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203 Nepali Nationals Repatriated via Tatopani Border

A total of 203 Nepali nationals entered Nepal through the Tatopani border on Wednesday after being stranded in Tibet due to a flood. They were left stranded after the Miteri Bridge at the Rasuwagadhi border point was swept away by a flood in the Lhendey stream, a tributary of the Bhotekoshi River, on Asar 24 (Nepali calendar). Responding to the request of the Government of Nepal, the Chinese authorities transported the stranded individuals to the Tatopani checkpoint in 20 vehicles accompanied by Chinese security personnel. The Nyalam administration of Tibet officially handed them over to the local authorities of Sindhupalchok,…

High Court Orders Interim Stay on Rastriya Swatantra Party’s Itahari Convention

The Biratnagar High Court has issued an interim order to halt the municipal convention of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP), which was scheduled to be held on Shrawan 10 (July 25), in Itahari Sub-Metropolitan City. The single bench of Justice Sreedhara Kumari Pudasaini issued the interim order in response to a writ petition filed by the party’s suspended municipal chairperson Bishnu Bahadur Basnet, stating that the convention should “not be held or allowed to be held.” RSP's Central Disciplinary Committee had suspended Basnet from his position on Ashar 8 (June 21). In response, Basnet filed a writ petition at the…

Upendra Yadav, Chairperson of Janata Samajwadi Party, Nepal, says Communist movement in Nepal is heading towards an end

Addressing a program held in Kathmandu on Wednesday, Upendra Yadav stated that the communist movement in Nepal is moving toward its conclusion. He mentioned that the movement is veering away from its original path towards a liberal democratic movement. Yadav emphasized that Pushpalal should be remembered as a personality who stood for the republic throughout his life and opposed monarchy without any compromise anywhere or at any time. He recalled that the founding General Secretary of the Nepal Communist Party was removed through a conspiracy within two years of its formation, highlighting that conspiracy has been present since the birth…

Deputy PM Prakash Man Singh Warns Internal Conflict May Jeopardize Achievements, Calls for Party Unity

Jaleshwar — Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Urban Development Prakash Man Singh has warned that the risk of losing hard-earned achievements is increasing due to internal conflicts. Addressing the inauguration program of the newly constructed "Jaleshwar Multipurpose Building" in Jaleshwar Municipality-1, Mahottari today, Minister Singh highlighted the important role played by the Nepali Congress in establishing the Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal. However, he expressed concern that ongoing conflicts within the party are threatening these achievements. He pointed out that mutual accusations and mudslinging within the party are weakening the organization, which directly impacts the federal democratic system. In…

Prachanda Says Those Following Brokers Are Not True Communists, Supports Internal Dissent

Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’, chairman of the CPN (Maoist Centre) and former Prime Minister, has stated that those who weaken the communist movement by following brokers and middlemen are not true communists. This response came a day after the party’s Deputy General Secretary Janardan Sharma accused the Maoist faction of lacking ‘people’s democracy’. Addressing a seminar held on the 47th memorial day of the party’s founding General Secretary Comrade Puspalal as the chief guest, Dahal said, “My weakness is not suppressing dissenting voices. I am tolerant. That is why I get more criticism. I have not taken disciplinary action against…

Samsung Nepal Launches Galaxy M36 5G Smartphone

Samsung Nepal has launched the Samsung Galaxy M36 5G smartphone. The phone features a 6.7-inch display and comes with a triple camera setup including support for video focus and is optimized for night photography.It has a 5000mAh battery with 25W fast charging support. Customers will receive six years of security updates and up to six generations of Android upgrades. The smartphone will be available in two colors and includes AI features. It will come in two storage variants: 8GB RAM with 128GB storage and 8GB RAM with 256GB storage.The price is set at NPR 36,999 for the 128GB model and…

Actress Manisha Koirala Honored at UK House of Lords for Her Role in Women Empowerment

Actress Manisha Koirala has been honored at a special ceremony held at the upper house of the British Parliament, the House of Lords. She was recognized for her significant contributions to women empowerment through films and other platforms. Presenting the honor, House of Lords member Lord Rami Ranger CBE praised Koirala for her impactful work in empowering women, supporting women's health, cancer survivors, and advocating for rehabilitation through her cinematic roles. Expressing her happiness after receiving the recognition, Koirala said the award inspired her to continue working for women’s empowerment. She thanked the organizers for allowing her to speak on…

Shikhar Insurance Chairman Gaurav Agrawal Honored as CIP by Nepal Government

Kathmandu – Gaurav Agrawal, Chairman of Shikhar Insurance Company Limited, has been honored by the Government of Nepal as a Commercially Important Person (CIP). According to the company, Shikhar Insurance has consistently reached new heights due to Chairman Agrawal’s commitment to excellence and his significant contribution to the national economy. This recognition further acknowledges Agrawal’s business leadership and his vital role in the economic development of the country.

Next Hearing Scheduled for Top Bahadur Rayamajhi in Fake Bhutanese Refugee Scam

The Kathmandu District Court has scheduled the next hearing for suspended CPN-UML secretary and former Deputy Prime Minister, Top Bahadur Rayamajhi, for Shrawan 18 (August 2), following the completion of testimonies from complainants and witnesses in the fake Bhutanese refugee case. Rayamajhi, who was elected from Arghakhanchi and is currently a suspended member of parliament, has been in pre-trial detention for two years. According to court information officer Deepak Kumar Shrestha, statements have now been recorded from both the complainants and those who prepared documents related to the case involving fraud, forgery, crimes against the state, and organized crime. One…

Republic Has Been Overrun by Weeds, Says Netra Bikram Chand

General Secretary of the Nepal Communist Party, Netra Bikram Chand, has remarked that the republic has been overrun by weeds. Speaking at a program held in Kathmandu on Wednesday, he stated that although a republic has been established in the country, it is now overgrown with weeds, making it difficult to find the true "flowers" of republicanism. He criticized the current political environment for promoting unity in words but remaining conflicted internally. Chand emphasized the need for a unified communist movement but insisted that it must be guided by a clear ideological standpoint. He argued that after the arrival of…