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A summary of the news following editorial review. Narendra Kumar Kehrung, a member of parliament from the Nepali Congress, has raised the issue of private media outlets being denied government advertisements in parliament. Kehrung highlighted that the government’s new policy to withhold advertisements from private media should be reconsidered. During the House of Representatives meeting, he noted that this move by the government contradicts the principles of a liberal economy. Kathmandu, 24 Chaitra – The matter of private media outlets not receiving government advertisements was brought up in parliament. Speaking at the House of Representatives session held on Wednesday, Nepali Congress parliamentarian Narendra Kumar Kehrung drew the government’s attention to this issue. “Since assuming office, the new government has decided to halt advertisements to private media outlets. This step does not align with the policies of a liberal economy,” he stated. MP Kehrung urged the government to reverse the decision to deny government advertisements to private sector media.

It is essential to maintain a balance between speed and quality. A system prepared in haste can lead to significant problems in the future. First and foremost, a ‘Government Enterprise Architecture’ must be developed. Standards need to be established, and thereafter, work should be conducted according to those standards.

Farmers in Kailali have not received fair prices for wheat this year, selling at approximately NPR 200 less per quintal compared to last year. The government has not set a support price for wheat this year, leading grain procurement centers to coordinate with mills to determine prices. According to agricultural technician Motisingh Bik from Tikapur, wheat production has been affected by rain and hailstorms, and farmers have also faced delays in receiving fertilizers and seeds. 25 Chaitra, Kailali.

Farmers in Kailali have been unable to get reasonable prices for their wheat harvest this year. While they sold wheat for NPR 4,000 per quintal last year, this year they are forced to sell for roughly NPR 200 less, at around NPR 3,800 per quintal. Moreover, recent rainfall and hailstorms have damaged the crop yield. Farmer Ruplal Chaudhary expressed his distress over not getting a fair price despite hard work. He stated, “We have to sell at lower prices compared to last year although we expected better prices. We face issues receiving fertilizers and seeds on time, and even after putting in great effort, we don’t get fair compensation for our produce.”

Manjit Rawal from Tikapur explained that the government’s failure to announce a support price on time has prevented farmers from receiving fair value. According to him, difficulties in obtaining fertilizers and seeds on schedule, coupled with inadequate selling prices during harvest period, have further burdened farmers. The recent hailstorm and rains have reduced wheat production. Currently, farmers do not get fair prices at collection centers, resulting in losses across the board. However, Pehalman Saud from Tikapur reported purchasing four quintals of wheat at NPR 4,200 per quintal. Having bought at a similar price last year, he feels this year’s price is reasonable. “I bought wheat at this rate last year as well. I came early hoping for a better price this year, but it remains the same as last year,” he said.

Bhim Bahadur Thakulla, from Bhim Grain Purchase Center in Tikapur, said they buy good quality wheat (which doesn’t need cleaning) at up to NPR 3,800 per quintal. “If the wheat isn’t well cleaned, we buy it at NPR 3,600 per quintal, but depending on quality, we might pay up to NPR 3,900,” he added. According to grain traders, wheat purchased in Kailali is sold to flour mills in Nepalgunj and Dhangadhi at about NPR 4,000 per quintal. Thakulla stated that so far, 400 quintals of wheat have been dispatched to Nepalgunj for sale at NPR 4,000 per quintal. Ramhari Paudel, owner of Paudel Rice Mill, informed that farmers have recently started bringing wheat for sale. “Due to rainfall and hailstorms, some immature and soil-mixed wheat has been brought in. Last year, we purchased wheat at NPR 4,200 per quintal; this year, the purchase price is between NPR 3,850 and NPR 3,900,” he said.

This year, the government has not set a support price for wheat. Without this, grain procurement centers are coordinating with mills to fix buying and selling prices. Last year, the government had set a minimum support price of NPR 3,867.38 per quintal for wheat. Having previously increased the support price every year, farmers are now complaining they have not received fair prices. The Ministry of Agriculture has reportedly completed a study to propose support price determination to the Ministry of Industry, Commerce, and Supplies. According to agricultural technician Motisingh Bik of the Agricultural Development Section, Tikapur Municipality, timely setting of the support price would provide relief to farmers. “If the support price is fixed on time, farmers won’t have to sell at a loss and the risk of being exploited by intermediaries diminishes,” he said. “This year, since mills and buyers themselves fixed prices, farmers did not get a fair price.”

March 8, Saptari – The Office of the Controller of Accounts and Treasury (Kolenika) in Saptari has initiated measures to protect its land ownership. Approximately three kattha of government land located in the main market area of Rajbiraj has been encroached upon, where illegal structures have been erected. A formal letter has been sent to the Rajbiraj Municipality demanding the immediate removal of these structures.

According to the Controller of Accounts and Treasury Office, Saptari, out of a total land parcel measuring 6 kattha 6 dhur (Plot No. 90) located in Ward No. 6 (formerly Ward No. 7) of Rajbiraj Municipality, 2 kattha 14 dhur has been encroached. The municipality had approved a house map in the name of Jagadish Jha back in 1997 (2054 BS) on this land.

Despite the Land Revenue and Survey Office records confirming that the entire land belongs to Kolenika, the municipality had issued approval for house map number 15 through a decision dated 1997/02/23 (2054/11/11, Ch. No. 1493). Upon discovery of private structures on government land, earlier investigations were initiated by both the then Commission for the Investigation of the Abuse of Authority (CIAA) and the current Anti-Corruption Investigation Commission (ACIC) through their Tongal office.

Furthermore, a stakeholder meeting led by the Chief District Officer held on December 7, 2025 (2082/09/22 BS) resolved to remove the encroached structures. To implement this decision, Kolenika has sent a letter to Rajbiraj Municipality requesting necessary arrangements for the protection of government property and the removal of illegal constructions.

Manoj Kumar Sunuwar, Chief Controller of Accounts, Saptari, briefed on these developments and emphasized the importance of safeguarding public assets.

March 9, Panchthar. The contractor responsible for the asphalt paving of the Mid-Hill (Pushpalal) Highway, from its starting point at the Nepal-India border at Chiwa Bhanjyang to Tharpu, covering 50.64 kilometers, has caused significant delays. Despite five years having passed since the contract was awarded, the paving work remains unfinished. Initiated in 2020 with a target to complete within two years, the project was divided into three packages with a total budget of NPR 147 crore.

In 1880, Fyodor Dostoevsky described Pushkin as a visionary and illuminating guide for Russian consciousness during the unveiling ceremony of the Pushkin monument. Dostoevsky’s novel Demons serves as a warning that progressive political ideologies can lead society toward moral corruption. The characters in the novel intricately depict the psychology of both liberal and extremist ideologies and their profound impact on society.

On June 8, 1880, Dostoevsky delivered his famous “Pushkin Speech” at the unveiling ceremony of the Pushkin monument during a meeting of the Society of Lovers of Russian Literature in Moscow. The speech was so moving that many in attendance were unable to hold back their tears. Dostoevsky provided a deep analysis of Pushkin’s character and works, highlighting their critical importance for the future journey of humanity.

The novel Demons focuses on how progressive political ideologies can lead society toward a specific form of moral decline. While history views the 19th century as an era of traditional religious society, the 20th century sought to establish itself as a new and energetic time intent on making a difference.

Lenin, Trotsky, Stalin, Mao, Pol Pot, Kim Il Sung, and others have imitated this system without wisdom, establishing dominance over nearly 40 percent of humanity. In Kirillov’s vision, a future “new man” will arise, one who will fully liberate himself from the eternal logic of death.

March 9, Kathmandu — The Procedural Consultation Committee of the House of Representatives is set to convene a meeting. This session will be held in the committee hall adjacent to the multipurpose hall located in Singha Durbar. According to Ekram Giri, Deputy Secretary and Spokesperson of the Parliamentary Secretariat, the meeting will commence at 12 noon. The House of Representatives’ main session is scheduled for 1 PM, with the Procedural Consultation Committee meeting planned to occur prior to that.
The agenda for today’s meeting is expected to include the presentation of the “Seventh Annual Report of the National Natural Resources and Finance Commission, 2082” by Prime Minister Balendra Shah (Balen). Additionally, Finance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagle will propose the “Alternative Development Finance Mobilization Bill, 2082.” There is also a possibility that a motion seeking permission to introduce this bill will be tabled during the meeting. Furthermore, the Speaker is slated to read a letter from the President’s Office concerning the reordering of ministerial seniority, to inform the representatives accordingly.

March 9, Dhangadhi – Police have arrested a man in Kailali district on charges of rape. Kasim Ali Jagar, 30, has been taken into custody for allegedly forcibly assaulting a 27-year-old woman. Based on the complaint filed by the victim, a police team dispatched from the Tikapur Area Police Office apprehended him on Tuesday evening. Authorities have stated that further necessary investigations into the case are ongoing.