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Plan Proposed to Dissolve, Transfer, and Merge Public Bodies

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  • The Good Governance Roadmap Suggestion Committee has recommended dissolving 11 public bodies and merging 7 others to the government.
  • The committee suggested dissolving agencies involved in promoting Buddhist philosophy, determining journalists’ minimum wages, and the railway board, along with transferring their functions.
  • The committee proposed transferring various agencies to local levels, provinces, or relevant departments to reduce government expenditure.

Kathmandu, March 30 – The Good Governance Roadmap Suggestion Committee has recommended dissolving 11 public bodies. The 15-member committee, formed under the leadership of Prime Minister and Council of Ministers Secretary Govind Bahadur Karki, identified public bodies that can be dissolved, merged, or have their functions transferred, and submitted its recommendations to the government.

The committee was formed on December 29, 2021, following a decision at the prime ministerial level to prepare a Good Governance Roadmap. Its mandate was to identify possible corruption in the performance of tasks across the three tiers of government and to prepare a report recommending necessary policy, institutional, and procedural improvements in governance, development management, and public service delivery.

Based on previous studies and reports, the Karki-led committee has recommended to the government the dissolution of agencies formed in the past that have not been effectively performing or have contributed to unnecessary expenditure. It further advised merging agencies with overlapping functions to reduce duplication and government costs. The committee stated that no additional agencies are needed for work that can be undertaken by provincial or local governments. The governance procedure also notes, “Institutions established for specific purposes that are no longer relevant due to changing circumstances should be dissolved to reduce financial and administrative burden on the government.”

According to the committee’s report, 11 public bodies have been recommended for dissolution. The new government’s Good Governance Roadmap disclosed on Sunday states that the work of three agencies can be managed by existing bodies. The committee recommended dissolving the Buddhist Philosophy Promotion and Monastery Development Committee as its functions can be fulfilled by Lumbini University and the Department of Archaeology.

It also suggested dissolving the Committee for Determination of Minimum Wages for Journalists and the Nepal Railway Board, as the Railway Department can carry out the latter’s functions. The Urban Public Transport Authority, which has been inactive for three years, was deemed unnecessary. The Land Development Revolving Fund is also recommended for dissolution.

The committee did not find the Municipal Development Committee necessary because its tasks can be performed by local governments. It further recommended dissolving infrastructure development units for Bardibas, Surkhet, and Butwal Medical Colleges once their plans are completed.

The National Dairy Development Board’s duties can be performed by the Department of Animal Services, thus the board is suggested for dissolution. District Election Offices are recommended for dissolution with their responsibilities transferred to the respective District Administration Offices. After dissolving district-level election offices, the roadmap suggests establishing election offices at the provincial level.

With the recommendation to dissolve the labor approval system, the Ministry of Labor implemented new provisions starting Sunday. The committee also proposed abolishing the No Objection Certificate (NOC) required for foreign study purposes.

The committee emphasized that additional agencies replicating the work of existing bodies are unnecessary. Functions performed by one agency can be transferred to another. It also recommended restructuring the National Chure Conservation Committee and integrating it into government structures.

The committee suggested transferring botanical research centers located in Ilam, Dhanusha, Makwanpur, Banke, Salyan, Jumla, and Kailali to provincial authorities. Similarly, livestock disease investigation projects in Biratnagar, Janakpur, Pokhara, Surkhet, and Dhangadhi are proposed for transfer to provinces. Various irrigation projects should be transferred to related federal or provincial irrigation offices, while flood embankment programs are best managed by provinces. Multiple tourism conservation and development committees are advised to be transferred to local or provincial government bodies.

The committee recommended merging seven public bodies. For example, the Nepal Mountain Training Academy and Nepal Tourism and Hotel Management Academy, which have similar functions, should be merged. The Printing Department, Law Book Management Committee, and Security Printing Development Committee could be merged into the Security Printing Center.

The Nepal Intermodal Transport Development Committee and Nepal Transport and Warehouse Management Company Limited could merge to enhance efficiency. The committee also suggested transforming these merged entities into an authority. The Judicial Service Training Center is proposed to be merged with the Judicial Academy. The Central Law Library Development Committee should be integrated with the National Library.

Programs under Youth and Small Entrepreneur Self-Employment Fund, Women’s Self-Reliance Fund, and Startup Enterprise Credit Fund are recommended to be consolidated into a ‘National Entrepreneurship and Self-Employment Fund.’ However, the committee believes that instead of opening a separate office for the Terai-Madhesh Prosperity Program under the Ministry of Federal Affairs and General Administration, its functions should be transferred to the relevant province.

To reduce government expenses, a Public Expenditure Review Commission was formed under Dr. Dilliraj Khanal. Another committee led by former Secretary Shankar Prasad Koirala delivered a report in 2021 recommending merging, dissolving, or transferring bodies with overlapping functions.

In 2021, another suggestion commission was established under former Finance Minister and Secretary Rameshwar Prasad Khanal to recommend ways to enhance government functions and cut costs by merging, dissolving, or transferring offices and public entities.

Key recommendations from these three reports suitable for immediate implementation were compiled into a new task force led by Secretary Chudamani Paudel of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers’ Office. The Good Governance Roadmap presented to the current government is based on these prior studies.

Daily Two Flights Resume on Kathmandu-New Delhi Route

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Nepal Airlines Corporation has decided to resume two daily flights on the Kathmandu-New Delhi route. According to Nepal Airlines spokesperson Devendra Pun, two flights will operate from Kathmandu—one at 8:00 AM and another at 2:30 PM. Morning flights on the Delhi route had been suspended for over a year but have now been reinstated.

March 30, Kathmandu – Nepal Airlines (Neawani) will once again operate two daily flights on the Kathmandu-New Delhi route. Spokesperson Devendra Pun confirmed that the morning flight, which had been suspended for more than a year, has now resumed. The first flight departs Kathmandu at 8:00 AM, followed by a second flight at 2:30 PM. “This is the pre-established schedule,” he said. “The flight was temporarily halted, but we have now brought it back into operation.” The Kathmandu-Delhi route remains a significant one for Nepal Airlines, providing strong business opportunities and acting as a key connection.

Appointments Made to Fill 63 Deputy Secretary Positions Vacant in Local Levels

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March 29, Kathmandu – New personnel have been assigned to local levels and District Coordination Committees that have long been without chief administrative officers. The Ministry of Federal Affairs and General Administration on Monday decided to transfer and deploy 63 employees at the deputy secretary level or equivalent to new responsibilities. According to the ministry, while some employees were transferred, the majority have been assigned to work in local-level offices.

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Government Considers Dissolving Student Organizations: Official Decision Sparks Protests

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The government, led by Prime Minister Balen Shah, has resolved to remove party-affiliated student organizations from schools and universities within 60 days. Within 90 days, the government plans to establish non-partisan student councils or ‘Student Voices’ as alternatives. Student organizations have criticized this decision as authoritarian and have issued warnings of protests. Kathmandu, March 30. Since his appointment, Prime Minister Shah has been both praised and criticized for his ‘bold decisions’ and their implementation. On March 27, the cabinet meeting chaired by Balen approved a list of 100 tasks, which included a plan to eliminate party-based student groups from educational institutions within 60 days.

The government’s timetable specifies that within 60 days, party-affiliated student organizations must be removed from schools and universities. Proponents argue this measure is necessary to prevent the decline in educational standards. As a replacement, the government intends to establish non-partisan structures such as student councils or ‘Student Voice’ within 90 days.

While many citizens on social media have welcomed this step, student organizations have expressed strong disagreement. Dujang Sherpa, outgoing president of the Nepal Students’ Union (Nevisangh), cautioned, “Don’t put your hand into the ring of fire; the flames can consume you.” Leaders of Nevisangh have claimed they granted Prime Minister Shah the ‘right to rap’ but oppose this political intervention. The All Nepal National Free Students’ Union (ANNFSU) affiliated with the UML party and the All Nepal Revolutionary Students’ Union linked to the Maoists also oppose the government’s decision. On the other hand, the government argues that political interference in education must be eliminated. Their statement reads, “Political intervention in education suppresses the genuine voices of students and causes a decline in educational quality. Therefore, party-based student organizations should be phased out within 60 days and replaced by student councils or ‘Voice of Students’ within 90 days.”

The history of student movements in Nepal dates back to the ‘Jayatu Sanskritam’ movement of 1947 BS (1890 AD), the first organized student rebellion against the Rana regime. In 1949 BS (1892 AD), the All Nepal Student Federation (Anevife) was founded, and in 1975 BS (1918 AD), the Free Student Union (Swaviyu) was established. The Nepal Students’ Union (Nevisangh) was formally founded on April 19, 1970 (6 Baishakh 2027 BS), initiated by BP Koirala and Krishna Prasad Bhattarai for underground struggles against the Panchayat system. In recent decades, student organizations have deviated from their mission, negatively impacting the academic environment. Episodes of violence, arson, and disorder during Swaviyu elections, tuition fee protests, and political demands have become common.

The unrest caused by student groups has troubled not only the general public and students but also their own leadership factions. At Tribhuvan University, student activists vandalized the office of Vice-Chancellor Prof. Khadga KC and locked down the office of Dean Prof. Duvinand Dhakal. According to the university spokesperson, such physical attacks and attempts at character assassination on social media have severely disrupted administrative operations during critical periods such as undergraduate and postgraduate admissions, classes, and exam form submissions, which follow the annual academic calendar.

Student leaders find themselves caught between challenges to their existence and opposition to the elected government’s decision. They argue that the government’s move undermines constitutional freedoms by banning political parties and organizations. Suraj Sejuwal, spokesperson of Nevisangh, stated, “A dark cloud has arrived. Reform was made without regard to the constitution. Expressing political views is a fundamental right. The current Swaviyu structure should not be dismantled. We must not move toward authoritarianism.”

On the prospect of dissolving student organizations and the broader implications, educationist Vidyanath Koirala commented, “Instead of shutting down student organizations, efforts should be focused on how to reform them.” Thus, the future of student organizations and the implementation of the government’s decision remain closely watched and areas of concern.

Government Bans Illegal Activities in the Rescue of Workers Employed Abroad

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The government has imposed a ban on the activities of illegal organizations and groups involved in the rescue of workers employed abroad. The Department of Foreign Employment has stated that conducting rescue operations without authorization is a violation of the law and is uncertain. Workers facing difficulties are urged to directly contact the department or the relevant embassy for assistance. Kathmandu, 16 Chaitra.

The government has halted rescue activities related to workers abroad conducted under the name of various organizations. The Department of Foreign Employment, under the Ministry of Labor, Employment and Social Security, has informed that some organizations engaged in rescuing workers facing problems abroad have been involved in unlawful activities, leading to this restriction.

The notice issued by the department clearly states that according to the Foreign Employment Act 2064, any rescue operations required for Nepali workers must be carried out solely by the Government of Nepal and the Nepali embassies and diplomatic missions in the respective countries. After observing that some non-governmental organizations or individuals have been influencing workers or their families without legal authority under the pretense of rescue, the department has declared these actions illegal.

The department emphasizes that performing any foreign employment-related services or rescue operations without its permission constitutes a violation of the foreign employment law. It has directed workers in distress to contact the department or embassy directly for rescue. The department warns that rescue efforts carried out outside official procedures may increase risks for workers and cause legal complications.

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Prime Minister’s Office Gaining Increasing Authority

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  • The government has announced 100 action points aimed at administrative reform, including reducing the number of ministries and expanding the role of the Prime Minister’s Office.
  • A empowered asset investigation committee under the Prime Minister’s Office will be formed to examine the assets of public officials.
  • The Prime Minister’s Office will lead debates on constitutional amendments and also coordinate the preparation of a national commitment document.

March 28, Kathmandu – The government released 100 action points on Saturday for administrative reform. If implemented, these plans will centralize greater authority in the office of the Prime Minister.

Among the 100 action points, 13 pertain directly to the jurisdiction of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers’ Office. These include a plan to abolish old structures and simultaneously develop new organizational frameworks.

Key political and administrative initiatives such as leading constitutional amendment debates, controlling corruption, and investigating the assets of public officials will be managed under the Prime Minister’s direct oversight.

With implementation, the role of the Prime Minister and the Council of Ministers’ Office will expand in policy formulation, execution, monitoring, and reforms.

Action point number 9 observes that the number of ministries has grown beyond necessity, increasing recurrent expenditures. To address this, a decision will be made within 30 days to reduce the number of ministries through amendments to the Government of Nepal (Organization of Functions) Regulations, ultimately fixing the number of federal ministries at 17.

Following the ministry restructuring, workforce management will be conducted to avoid service disruption, with the formation of a ‘Restructuring Management Secretariat’ within the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers’ Office to prepare transition roadmaps, and manage human resources, budget, and programs.

Point number 11 targets the abolition of unproductive boards, committees, projects, and institutional structures with overlapping functions or unnecessary financial burdens.

To integrate or restructure these bodies, a high-level task force comprising representatives from the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers’ Office, Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Supplies, and Ministry of Federal Affairs and General Administration will be formed. This task force will be mandated to submit clear recommendations within one month.

This demonstrates the new government’s effort to downsize the administrative structure while making the Prime Minister’s Office’s participation indispensable in decision-making, thus empowering the Prime Minister further.

Monitoring Ministries

According to action point 2, the government plans to implement a results-oriented governance system (Delivery-Based Governance) to ensure overall performance is outcome-focused, effective, measurable, and accountable.

Under this system, each ministry must identify its top 10 priority tasks within seven days, create work plans including timelines, responsible officers, and performance indicators, and submit them to the Prime Minister’s Office. Monthly progress reports will also be submitted accordingly.

The Prime Minister’s Office will oversee ministry activities, acting as a performance controller with enhanced authority.

The action points specify, “These tasks’ monthly progress will be submitted to the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers’ Office to ensure regular monitoring, evaluation, and public reporting.”

This will grant the Prime Minister’s Office a stronger role in overseeing ministry achievements.

A dedicated structure will be established within the Prime Minister’s Office to measure ministry performance, track project progress, and promptly resolve issues—outlined in point 64 of the management action points.

It states, “To integrate, enhance, and make effective the country’s investment, production, exports, productivity, and development finance system, an immediate establishment of a ‘Prime Minister’s Performance Unit’ under the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers’ Office is mandated.”

This unit will operate a central dashboard with major performance indicators, ministry-level tracking, and mechanisms for problem-solving for nationally prioritized projects.

This model is similar to the ‘Delivery Unit’ approach adopted by neighboring India, the United Kingdom, and some Southeast Asian countries.

Consequently, through the implementation of the 100-point action plan, the Prime Minister will be closely engaged in all ministries’ work, overseeing reporting directly.

Point 49 addresses development project management. The plan includes reviewing old, stalled, or poorly progressing projects and arranging budget provisions, with the Prime Minister’s direct involvement.

Procedures such as land acquisition, environmental impact assessment (EIA) approvals, and contract cancellations will be simplified. A study team will be formed within 30 days to assess these issues and recommend solutions, including evaluating the projects’ reality and feasibility.

If coordination among multiple agencies is needed, the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers’ Office will promptly facilitate such coordination, according to the action points.

To expedite implementation of national pride and major strategic projects, fast-track mechanisms will be applied to processes like land acquisition, compensation determination, tree Cutting, and EIA report approvals, with the Prime Minister’s direct supervision.

The action plan emphasizes that, “Through integration and automation of approvals among relevant agencies, unnecessary delays and duplication will be eliminated. Implementation will proceed within defined deadlines with direct monitoring and facilitation from the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers’ Office.”

Prime Minister’s Office Role in Digital Governance

All digital governance structures will be consolidated under the Prime Minister’s Office. The current Information Technology Department will be dissolved, replaced by a new ‘Information Technology and Electronic Governance Office’ under the Prime Minister’s Office.

This is included in point 39 of the action plan.

It states, “Establish the Information Technology and Electronic Governance Office under the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers’ Office within three months, dissolve the existing IT Department, and place all public IT-related agencies under this office.”

This restructuring aims to address Nepal’s fragmented IT and electronic governance systems, lack of interconnectivity, standards, and institutional coordination weaknesses. It will also remedy shortages in skilled personnel and technical capacity, improving effectiveness to create an integrated, secure, efficient, and result-oriented digital governance system.

According to point 33, the Prime Minister’s Office will have access to citizens’ digital records.

“While digital signatures currently rely on certificates, arrangements will be made to utilize NID cards, biometrics, or OTPs for e-signatures, enabling citizens to submit their details digitally,” the document says.

The National Identification and Registration Department will be physically and organizationally strengthened. A study will be coordinated by the Ministry of Home Affairs to implement digital signature authentication for all services based on National ID (NID) numbers, with a report to be submitted to the Prime Minister’s Office within a month.

This means that digital services, data management, and citizen services will be controlled by the Prime Minister’s Office.

Formation of Asset Investigation Committee Under Prime Minister

The government’s 100-point action plan includes the formation of a powerful asset investigation committee under the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers’ Office. While the Commission for the Investigation of Abuse of Authority and the Asset Laundering Investigation Department exist as separate investigative bodies, this committee will be directly under the Prime Minister’s leadership.

Point 43 states that in order to eradicate widespread corruption, wealth concealment, and impunity, this empowered asset investigation committee will be established within 15 days.

The committee will include experts in law, finance, revenue, investigation, and representatives from relevant agencies. Necessary legal and technical mechanisms will be developed to ensure transparent and results-oriented processes.

Demand for asset verification of individuals holding public office has been long-standing in Nepal, with political parties including this promise in their electoral manifestos.

The authority of the Prime Minister’s Office is expanding from policy formulation, implementation, monitoring, and corruption control, to preparing national commitments and leading constitutional amendment debates.

According to election pledges, the committee will first collect, verify, and examine assets of key political officials and senior employees who have held public office since 2005/06 onwards.

The second phase will cover asset investigation of officials who held prominent public office between 1991 and 2005/06.

The investigations will be conducted based on legal standards and evidence in a fair and impartial manner, and the committee’s reports and recommendations will be implemented through relevant authorities.

This means that former prime ministers, ministers, senior former officials, and heads of constitutional bodies will all be subject to asset examination. The committee will have powers not only to review documents but also to collect data, verify authenticity, investigate sources, and recommend actions on suspicious properties.

Government officials regard this as a systematic approach to investigate assets of public office holders, which should end the practice of submitting only formal declarations while hiding actual wealth.

However, there are concerns that those involved, especially veteran party leaders, may face pressure, which could also create political leverage for the Prime Minister against other parties.

Active Role in Legislative Affairs

The concentration of authority in the Prime Minister’s Office now extends beyond policy-making, monitoring, and anti-corruption efforts to preparing national commitments and leading constitutional amendment processes.

Point 3 outlines the drafting of a ‘national commitment’ by synthesizing implementable items from the manifestos of all political parties.

This document will embody the essence of Nepal’s constitution, strengthening democratic systems, and institutionalizing the mandates expressed through elections across all participating political parties by amalgamating common themes in their manifestos and commitments.

The government will align policies, programs, and budgets with this national commitment, moving beyond reliance on just the ruling party’s manifesto toward a state policy reflecting multi-party consensus, with the Prime Minister’s Office leading.

Leadership for debates on constitutional amendments, a highly political topic, will not be delegated to any independent commission or body. Instead, the Prime Minister’s Office will lead these discussions.

The government plans to handle parliamentary discussions and related feedback mechanisms through the Prime Minister’s Office, which will analyze party manifestos to make decisions accordingly.

Point 4 states, “To build national consensus on long-term political and institutional reforms, including electoral systems and related constitutional amendments, the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers’ Office will prepare a ‘Constitutional Amendment Discussion Paper’ within seven days, establish a taskforce, and ensure that the debate process is participatory, transparent, and fact-based.”

This implies that political debates such as constitutional amendments will be steered by the Prime Minister’s Office rather than an independent entity.

Recommendation to Suspend New Work Permits for Gulf Region Amid Rising Conflicts

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Kathmandu, March 29 – It has been advised to temporarily halt the issuance of new work permits for individuals seeking foreign employment in the Gulf region and other conflict-affected countries. Labor, Employment and Social Security Minister Deepak Kumar Sah conveyed this guidance during a virtual meeting with labor attachés stationed worldwide. The recommendation comes in response to escalating security risks in the Gulf countries and Israel amid ongoing tensions between Israel and the United States, as well as conflict with Iran.

In light of the deteriorating security situation, the Ministry of Labor had suspended the issuance of new work permits starting February 28 for Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Iraq, Yemen, Jordan, Lebanon, Turkey, and Israel. Among these, work permit issuance has been resumed for seven countries. Labor attachés participating in today’s virtual meeting advised against issuing new work permits under the current circumstances. As Ministry spokesperson Pitamber Ghimire stated, “Issuing renewed permits for workers returning from leave, those who have arrived back in Nepal, or are being recalled by their companies, is appropriate. However, granting new work permits with the intent to send workers abroad for a short period is not considered advisable at this time.”

The discussions also covered accommodations, health screenings, workplace safety, and other concerns for Nepali workers currently employed in the affected countries across the Middle East and Western Asia. Spokesperson Ghimire noted that the complex situation and the challenges faced by migrant workers in these regions were thoroughly reviewed. Measures regarding the regular use of allocated funds for Safe Houses and Shelters operated by the Foreign Employment Board, timely reporting to relevant authorities, and effective information dissemination to destination countries through embassies, labor consulters, and attachés were integral topics discussed.

Additionally, the meeting addressed efforts to promptly investigate complaints and information received. Draft standards for Safe Houses and Shelters run by embassies were also deliberated, aiming to improve the welfare provisions for Nepali migrant workers abroad.

Free Cancer Screening for Women at Bir Hospital Until April 20

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March 29, Kathmandu – Bir Hospital has launched a free cancer screening service for women starting Monday. In collaboration with the Kathmandu Metropolitan City, Bir Hospital began providing free screening services for breast, uterine, and cervical cancer in women from today.

This cancer screening service will be available until April 20. At the inauguration of the screening, Acting Chief of the Metropolitan City, Sunita Dangol, emphasized that early detection of cancer is critical to saving lives.

“If cancer is identified through timely screening, treatment becomes easier and less costly. This helps in saving lives,” she stated. Dangol also underwent her own cancer screening during the event.

Vice Chancellor of the National Academy of Medical Sciences, Professor Bhupendra Kumar Basnet, highlighted that although cancer can be severe if detected late, early diagnosis allows for effective treatment.

Executive Director of Bir Hospital, Professor Dilip Sharma, urged women to undergo cancer screenings regularly and stressed that there should be no fear associated with the possibility of a cancer diagnosis.

According to Deepak KC, Head of the Health Department at the Metropolitan City, any woman across the country can visit this hospital for cancer screening. He explained that women can be referred from 32 urban health promotion centers under the metropolitan authority to Bir Hospital for testing.

The Metropolitan City has allocated NPR 15 million to Bir Hospital specifically to support cancer screening services for women. –RAS

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Rajasthan Royals Defeat Chennai Super Kings by 8 Wickets

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Rajasthan Royals secured an effortless victory over Chennai Super Kings by 8 wickets in the IPL cricket match. In the game held on Monday in Guwahati, Chennai set a target of 128 runs, which Rajasthan chased down in 12.1 overs, losing just 2 wickets. Opener Vaibhav Suryavanshi reached a half-century in 15 balls and was dismissed after scoring 52 runs off 17 balls. The other opener, Yashasvi Jaiswal, remained unbeaten with 38 runs. Dhruv Jurel contributed 18 runs, while captain Riyan Parag was not out on 14.

Anshul Kambos claimed two wickets for Chennai. Having lost the toss and batted first, Chennai came under pressure early, losing wickets continuously. Both Sanju Samson and Ruturaj Gaikwad were dismissed for 6 runs each. Ayush Mhatre was out for a duck, and Matt Short fell after scoring only 2 runs, leaving Chennai at 38-4. After Sarfaraz Khan (17), Kartik Sharma (18), and Shivam Dubey (6) were dismissed, Chennai found themselves in a critical position at 74-7.

From there, Jamie Overton scored 43 runs and tried to push Chennai close to the target, but the team was all out for 127 runs two balls before the innings ended. Rajasthan’s Jofra Archer, Nandre Burger, and Ravindra Jadeja took two wickets each, while Brijesh Sharma, Sandeep Sharma, and Ravi Bishnoi took one wicket each.

Arbit Group Honored with British Council’s ‘Best Business Partner’ Award

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News Summary

  • The British Council awarded Arbit Group the prestigious Best Business Partner award for South Asia.
  • Arbit Group Director Sunil Regmi received the award at a ceremony held in London.
  • Since 2017, Arbit Group has collaborated with the British Council to facilitate IELTS exam registrations.

London – The British Council honored Arbit Group with the prestigious ‘Best Business Partner’ award for South Asia. The ceremony was held Friday evening at the Millennium Hotel and Resort in London, where Arbit Group director Sunil Regmi accepted the award.

The award was presented by British Council’s Head of Global IELTS Andrew Mackenzie and Global Partnership Manager Ben Wakeford. It recognizes Arbit Group’s significant role in expanding education, business cooperation, and international opportunities.

Among various partners in South Asia, Arbit Group was specially commended for its outstanding performance, quality of service, and efforts to connect students and institutions, according to Director Regmi.

“This achievement has strengthened Arbit Group’s credibility and impact, while highlighting its leadership role in international education,” he stated.

As the British Council’s business partner in Nepal, Arbit Group has been working with the Council since 2017 to facilitate IELTS exam registrations.

The British Council conducts the IELTS exam in over 140 countries worldwide. The IELTS is a mandatory requirement for students planning to study in countries including the UK, the USA, and Australia.

Talal Mir, Director for South Asia at the British Council, expressed confidence that the strategic and business partnership with Arbit Group will grow stronger in the future. He also mentioned that students from Nepal going abroad for education receive genuine support through this collaboration.

Times and Golden Gate Secure Their Tenth Consecutive Wins in HJNBL

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  • Times and Golden Gate have achieved their tenth consecutive wins in the HJNBL.
  • Times Basketball Club defeated Solo Basketball Club by a wide margin of 95-72, extending their winning streak to ten.
  • Golden Gate Basketball Club secured their tenth victory in 11 games, maintaining their top position.

March 30, Kathmandu – In the Himalayan Java National Basketball League (HJNBL) 2026, Times Basketball Club and Golden Gate Basketball Club both added to their winning tallies on Monday.

At the Dashrath Rangashala Covered Hall in Tripureshwor, Times dominated Solo Basketball Club with a convincing 95-72 victory, marking their tenth consecutive win.

Times led 28-25 in the first quarter and extended their advantage significantly in the second quarter by outscoring Solo 28-8, resulting in a 56-33 lead at halftime.

Times maintained their lead in the third quarter by 21-18, while Solo responded in the fourth quarter with a 21-18 score.

After their tenth consecutive win, Times accumulated 21 points from 11 games, whereas Solo suffered their ninth defeat and sits fifth with 13 points from 11 games.

Manish KC of Times was named Man of the Match, with Shreyas Bahadur Thapa leading the team by scoring a game-high 24 points.

In another Monday match, Golden Gate Basketball Club beat Playbox Arena 112-59 by a wide margin.

Dipson KC from Golden Gate earned the Man of the Match honors in this game.

Golden Gate also claimed their tenth victory in 11 games, sharing 21 points with Times.

Playbox suffered their tenth loss and remains third with 12 points from 11 matches.

Despite having equal points, Golden Gate stays atop the league standings due to a better point difference.

Departmental team Tribhuvan Army Club currently holds the third position with 19 points from 10 games. The Army defeated ROEL 102-75 in a match played Sunday night.

Nischal Maharjan led the Army by scoring 22 points, while Sayun Rai was named Man of the Match.

Organized by the Nepal Basketball Association (NEBA), eight teams are competing in the second edition of the HJNBL.

The league follows a double round-robin format with a total of 56 games scheduled. After the league stage, the top four teams will advance to the playoffs.

The playoffs feature a first qualifier between the top two teams from the league, while the third and fourth-placed teams will compete in an eliminator. The loser of the first qualifier then meets the winner of the eliminator in a second qualifier, with the winners moving on to the finals.

The champion team will receive a cash prize of NPR 400,000, the runner-up NPR 200,000, and the third-placed team NPR 100,000. In addition, the most valuable player (MVP) award will be presented to the best performing player throughout the tournament, according to NEBA.

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Miss World 2023 Finale on September 5: How is Luna Preparing?

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The 75th edition of the world-renowned beauty pageant, Miss World, will be held in Vietnam from August 9 to September 5, according to the organizers. The event will commence in the capital city of Hanoi with the arrival of participants on August 9, while the final competition is scheduled for September 5 in Ho Chi Minh City. Luna Luintel, Miss Nepal World 2025, is participating in the contest and is currently engaged in physical and mental training as well as working on her ‘Beauty with a Purpose’ project.

This year’s Miss World competition is set to take place in Vietnam. Official information states that the event will begin on August 9 and conclude with the final on September 5. The announcement of this historic edition was made during the Miss World Vietnam finale held on March 29. The event was attended by Julia Morley, chairperson of the Miss World Organization, and representatives of the local organizing committee.

Founded in 1951 by Eric Morley, the first Miss World pageant took place in London. This year, the organization is celebrating its 75-year journey by presenting the 75th edition under the theme ‘Beauty with a Purpose.’ Currently, Julia Morley and the reigning Miss World from Thailand, Opal Suchada, are in Vietnam collaborating with the local organizers to officially launch this landmark event. Luna has been preparing intensively for several months ahead of the competition.

Agriculture Department Recommends Support Price for Chaite Rice

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March 30, Kathmandu – The Agriculture Department has recommended a support price for Chaite rice. The department submitted a detailed report based on field studies conducted in 25 districts to the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development to ensure fair pricing for farmers. The report analyzed production costs, seeds, fertilizers, labor, inflation, market prices, and production expenses to determine the recommended price, according to the department’s Director General, Prakash Sanjel.

Following the on-site studies, a scientific price proposal covering production costs, transportation expenses, market rates, and other relevant factors was received, said the ministry’s Information Officer, Mahananda Joshi. He added that stakeholders have been consulted regarding the proposed per quintal price and preparations are underway to present the proposal to the Council of Ministers. The price will be publicly announced only after approval by the council.

Moisture standards for rice will also be taken into account to finalize the support price for farmers’ produce. The ministry stated that if the moisture content is up to 18%, the fixed price will apply, while any moisture content exceeding 18% will result in a weight reduction according to established rules. The government will purchase rice at the fixed price through the Food Management and Trading Company Limited. Last year, the government had set the support price at NPR 2,800 per quintal. – Rastriya Samachar Samiti

Newly Appointed Member-Secretary of Karnali Province Sports Council Ravindra Chand Sworn In

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Ravindra Chand, the newly appointed member-secretary of the Karnali Province Sports Council, has taken the oath of office and secrecy. On Monday, Minister Ghanshyam Bhandari administered the oath at an event held at the Ministry of Social Development. Chand was appointed as the council’s second member-secretary during the Provincial Council meeting held on Chaitra 12 (March 26, 2023).

A total of 21 candidates applied for the member-secretary position, among whom Chand scored the highest 67.17 points in the interview. On the same occasion, the council’s vice president Pramod Hamal and members Pawan Kumar Thapa, Pankhabahadur Malla, Bhimakumari Bhusal, Gorkhabahadur Shahi, and Kiran Kishor Sapkota also took their oaths.

The member-secretary position had been vacant since Poush 4, 2081 (December 20, 2024). Previously, the selection committee had conducted interviews on Magh 3 (January 17, 2023) and recommended three candidates to the government, including Ravindra Chand, Deepak Hamal, and Pramod Hamal. Among them, Chand achieved the highest score of 67.17, Deepak Hamal scored 60.63, and Pramod Hamal earned 52.37. Initially, 21 candidates applied for the member-secretary role, of whom 10 were shortlisted for interviews.

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KP Sharma Oli’s Health Stable; Doctors Suggest Possible Discharge Soon

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Summary of News

  • CPN-UML Chairman KP Sharma Oli’s health condition is stable, with doctors indicating he is fit to be discharged soon.
  • Although gallstones were detected in Oli’s gallbladder, immediate surgery is not required; doctors advise deciding based on risk assessment.
  • Former Energy Minister Deepak Khadka is hospitalized at Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital with a stable condition, hospital sources confirmed.

March 29, Kathmandu – CPN-UML Chairman and former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli’s health remains stable, according to the medical team overseeing his treatment.

Admitted since Saturday morning, doctors have stated that Oli can potentially be discharged soon. “All medical reports have come back normal, and after discussions, the medical team agrees he is fit for discharge,” said one of the attending doctors.

Following complaints of heart issues reported Saturday morning, doctors conducted further tests. On Sunday, Oli was fitted with a Holter monitor to observe his heart rhythm over a 24 to 48 hour period. The device’s reports confirmed that his heart rate is normal.

Despite some urinary tract infection indicators, Oli showed no overt symptoms. As a precaution, cultures were taken to confirm the infection. “Some bacteria were detected in the urinalysis; however, there are no significant symptoms,” the doctor explained, “so a urine culture was performed for further confirmation.”

An X-ray on Saturday revealed the presence of gallstones in Oli’s gallbladder, but immediate surgery is not deemed necessary. A team of gastro surgeons advised that operating now could pose risks.

Given Oli’s history of two kidney transplants, his age, and heart condition, doctors consider surgery risky at this time.

“It is not urgent to remove the gallstones immediately,” said one doctor involved in the treatment. “Since the condition is not seriously impacting his health, waiting for an appropriate time to operate is the better option.”

However, Oli himself has expressed a preference to have the gallstones removed to resolve the issue.

“He has mentioned that since the stones are increasing, it would be best to remove them surgically,” the doctor added. “But the decision will be based on a careful assessment of potential risks.”

Hospital sources indicate that given Oli’s improving condition, discharge is likely soon.

“Looking at the current situation, he does not need to be hospitalized for much longer,” said another physician. “After one or two days of monitoring, he can be safely discharged.”

Oli was brought to Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital by police following his arrest Saturday morning for a health checkup. Initial assessment was conducted in the emergency ward, where he reported heart palpitations.

Subsequently, he was admitted to bed number 501 in Annex-1 for further evaluation.

During the people’s movement of mid-September, when Oli was Prime Minister and Ramesh Lekhak was Home Minister, a commission led by former Justice Gauri Bahadur Karki investigated the events and found both Oli and Lekhak responsible, recommending a criminal probe for possible loss of life.

Based on this report, the government arrested Oli and former Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak on Saturday morning. Kathmandu District Court granted a five-day extension to custody. While Lekhak is being held and investigated at Nepal Police’s Maharajgunj unit no. 2, Oli remains hospitalized for health reasons.

Former Minister Deepak Khadka Admitted with Stomach Issues

Former Minister of Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation, and Congress leader Deepak Khadka has also been admitted to Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital. The Anti-Money Laundering Investigation Department arrested him on Sunday in connection with assets seized from his home during the September 24 people’s movement protest. The court authorized seven days of detention for investigation.

On the night of admission, Khadka developed high blood pressure and diarrhea and was initially taken to Norvic Hospital. Due to lack of available beds there, he was referred to Tribhuvan Teaching Hospital at 3 a.m.

Hospital sources reported that Khadka was admitted to bed number 1029. He is under observation due to diarrhea and vomiting.

Initial tests showed that Khadka’s blood pressure is under control, and symptoms of diarrhea and vomiting are subsiding.

A hospital source stated, “His current health status is normal, medical reports are stable, and there is no need for prolonged hospitalization.”

Blood tests revealed a slight infection, indicated by an elevated leukocyte count. “His leukocyte count was around 17,000 at Norvic Hospital, now approximately 13,000 at the Teaching Hospital,” a doctor explained.

Doctors note that a leukocyte count above 11,000 is indicative of infection. Khadka is currently receiving antibiotic treatment.