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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio Identifies Beijing as a Major Political Challenge

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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has identified Washington’s relationship with Beijing as the primary political challenge. In an interview with Fox News aboard Air Force One before his trip to China on Wednesday, he stated, “The US is not seeking to contain China, but their rise cannot come at America’s expense.” He added, “Their advancement should not cause our decline. When China’s plans conflict with US national interests, we must make the right decisions for the United States.”

Rubio also indicated that the Iran conflict would be a key focus of talks between former President Trump and Xi Jinping. He expressed Washington’s hope that Beijing would play a “more active role” in resolving this crisis, considering it a significant threat to Asia. He explained, “Asia’s energy supply is heavily dependent on those waterways.” He further stated, “Resolving this issue is also in China’s interest. We want to persuade them to take a more active role in persuading Iran to step back from its current actions in the Persian Gulf.”

विपक्षीको नाराबाजीबीच अर्थमन्त्रीले नीति तथा कार्यक्रममाथि जवाफ दिँदै

Finance Minister Responds to Policy and Program Amid Opposition Protests

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Kathmandu, 31 Baishakh – The Finance Minister has begun responding to the policy and program despite protests and interruptions from opposition parties. The opposition has been persistently disrupting the session with vocal protests. However, Speaker DP Aryal has managed to remove the obstructions and pushed the house proceedings forward.

Budget for Fiscal Year to Prioritize Middle Class and Infrastructure Development

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The government is preparing to announce the budget for the upcoming fiscal year on May 28, focusing on infrastructure development and the middle class. Finance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagle has stated that the budget will emphasize good governance, improving digital services, anti-corruption campaigns, and economic reforms. The government has identified five priorities in the budget, including legal reforms, public service improvement, small farmer protection, and strategic infrastructure projects. (April 13, Kathmandu)

The government has indicated that the upcoming budget will accelerate infrastructure development and place the middle class at its center. Presenting the principles and priorities of the 2083 Appropriation Bill in the National Assembly, Finance Minister Dr. Wagle outlined this approach. The government has set five principles and five priorities which will guide the formation of the upcoming fiscal year’s budget. The constitutional provision requires the budget to be published by May 28.

Minister Dr. Wagle has emphasized that the next budget will focus on ensuring fast and reliable public services that save citizens time, effort, and cost. Through administrative reforms based on integrated digital governance, delays, hassles, and unwanted intermediaries in service delivery will be eliminated. The government will also make the investigation and prosecution system effective in combating corruption, focusing on asset purification, revenue leakage, misuse of public resources, and organized crime during the forthcoming fiscal year, according to the Finance Minister.

House of Representatives Session Postponed for 15 Minutes Due to Opposition Disruption

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  • The House of Representatives session on April 14 in Kathmandu was postponed for 15 minutes.

April 14, Kathmandu – The House of Representatives session was postponed for 15 minutes amid disruptions by opposition members. Opposition MPs demanded that Prime Minister Balendra Shah himself be present to respond to the policy and program matters, leading to disruptions in the assembly.

When Finance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagle prepared to answer questions raised on the policy and program on behalf of the Prime Minister, opposition MPs stood up and disrupted the session.

Following this, Speaker D.P. Aryal gave time to senior opposition leader and coordinator Basana Thapa to make a statement. She reiterated the demand for the Prime Minister’s presence. The opposition objected after Finance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagle was set to respond to the questions on the policy and program on behalf of the Prime Minister.

“We have remained silent and attentive all day, fulfilling the role of the opposition responsibly. When it’s time to answer the discussion on the policy and program, where is the Prime Minister?” she asked. “This itself is disrespectful to the Prime Minister, and we want the ruling party to ensure that the Prime Minister must respond without ‘if’ or ‘but’. Unless the Prime Minister is present, our disruption will continue,” she stated. Similarly, CPN-UML lawmaker Ain Mahar said that the Prime Minister should at least be present to answer.

Moreover, CPN’s Yubaraj Dulal expressed that although the opposition patiently facilitated the assembly’s proceedings throughout the day, the ruling party ignored that consideration. Aren Rai from the Labor Culture Party urged that the Prime Minister should appear to address complaints by even the ruling party MPs. Rastriya Prajatantra Party’s Gyan Bahadur Shahi added that the Prime Minister is expected to respond to policy and program queries, not just to deliver a speech in the assembly.

As opposition continued its disruption, Speaker D.P. Aryal requested an environment suitable for receiving answers from the minister, noting the discussion had concluded. Due to ongoing disruptions, the Speaker announced the session would be suspended for 15 minutes.

 

Trump Extends Formal Invitation to Chinese President Xi for U.S. Visit

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  • U.S. President Donald Trump has formally invited Chinese President Xi Jinping to visit the United States on September 24.
  • Trump extended the invitation to welcome President Xi and his wife, Peng Liyuan, at the White House.
  • This invitation signals efforts to improve US-China relations and manage differences through dialogue.

U.S. President Donald Trump has formally invited Chinese President Xi Jinping to visit the United States on September 24.

Speaking at a grand state banquet held in Beijing, Trump extended the invitation to President Xi and his wife Peng Liyuan to be welcomed at the White House. The invitation was proposed amid summit talks and efforts to improve bilateral relations between the two leaders.

The invitation indicates an intent to manage the currently cooled US-China relationship, affected by recent issues including Taiwan, trade disputes, and the Middle East conflicts, through dialogue and negotiation.

The Chinese side has responded positively to the invitation, although formal approval for the visit is yet to be announced. If the visit proceeds, it will mark President Xi’s first trip to the United States in nine years.

संसद्‌मा प्रधानमन्त्री नआएपछि विपक्षीको अवरोध जारी

Opposition Maintains Protest Over Prime Minister’s Absence in Parliament

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Vasna Thapa, Secretary of the Nepali Congress, expressed protest over the Prime Minister’s absence at the House of Representatives meeting. After Finance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagle prepared to answer questions raised on the policy and program, opposition parties voiced their dissatisfaction. Vasna Thapa stated, “This is an insult to the Prime Minister himself, and we want the ruling party to respond,” warning that the protest will continue until the Prime Minister is present. 31 Baishakh, Kathmandu.

Vasna Thapa, Secretary of the Nepali Congress, voiced opposition regarding the Prime Minister’s absence during the House meeting. Although Finance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagle was prepared to respond to questions about the policy and program, opposition parties expressed discontent. She said, “We remained silent throughout the day, fulfilling our responsibilities as the opposition. But when it comes time to respond to the policy and program discussion, where is the Prime Minister?” She added, “Isn’t this an insult to the Prime Minister himself? We want the ruling party to face the issue—no ifs, no buts, the Prime Minister must answer. Our protest will continue until the Prime Minister is present.”

Ayn Mahar, an MP from the Nepali Communist Party (UML), said the Prime Minister must attend at least to respond. Yubaraj Dulal from the same party complained that despite the opposition’s patience throughout the day to facilitate parliamentary proceedings, the ruling party ignored it. Aren Rai of the Labour Culture Party said that the Prime Minister must be present to address the complaints of ruling ministers and MPs. Meanwhile, Rastriya Prajatantra Party MP Gyan Bahadur Shahi confirmed that the Prime Minister was not present to deliver a speech but had come to respond to the policy and program.

Consumers Fall Ill After Drinking Mountain Dew; Sales Suspended Pending Laboratory Report

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  • The Department of Food Technology and Quality Control has initiated monitoring at Varun Beverage (Nepal) Pvt. Ltd. following incidents of vomiting reported among consumers in Tarkeshwar, Kathmandu, after drinking Mountain Dew.
  • The department collected samples of Mountain Dew from batch number 168, produced on 03/04/26 (Nepali date), for laboratory testing after problems were observed.
  • Varun Beverage has been ordered to submit detailed raw material information and food hygiene records for the batch within five days and halt sales and distribution of the batch until further notice.

April 14, Kathmandu – Following reports of consumers falling ill with vomiting after drinking Mountain Dew in Tarkeshwar Municipality, Kathmandu, the Department of Food Technology and Quality Control has launched strict monitoring and action against the producing company.

After a video of the incident circulated on social media, the department’s Rapid Response Team immediately began an inspection and investigation at the Mountain Dew producer, Varun Beverage (Nepal) Pvt. Ltd.

During the inspection, it was confirmed that the consumed product was Mountain Dew from batch number 168, with a production date of 03/04/26 (Nepali calendar), in a 250 ml package.

An examination of the company’s warehouse revealed only one crate (24 bottles) remaining of this batch; the rest had already been distributed to stores.

Due to issues with this batch, the department collected samples from the warehouse and sent them to a laboratory for further analysis.

Under the Food Hygiene and Quality Control Act 2081, the department has ordered Varun Beverage to submit detailed information on raw materials used in the batch as well as all food hygiene records within five days.

Also, the department has instructed the company not to sell or distribute any products from batch number 168 and to inform all dealers accordingly until the laboratory’s final analysis report is received.

अमेरिका र चीन बीचको ऐतिहासिक शिखर सम्मेलनले तनाव कम गर्न सक्छ?

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अप्रिल १३, काठमाडौं – अमेरिकी राष्ट्रपति डोनाल्ड ट्रम्प र चिनियाँ राष्ट्रपति सी जिनपिङ बीचको ऐतिहासिक शिखर सम्मेलन, बेइजिङको ग्रेट हल अफ द पीपलमा भएको, नयाँ युगको सुरुवातको संकेत गर्दछ। प्रतिस्पर्धा, अविश्वास र संघर्षको जोखिमले भरिएको विश्व वातावरणमा, यी दुई महान शक्तिका नेताहरूले आपसी चासोहरू फरकतालाई पार गर्दै २०२६ लाई अमेरिका-चीन सम्बन्धको ऐतिहासिक वर्ष बनाउन प्रतिबद्धता जनाए। दुई घण्टाभन्दा बढी समयसम्म चलेका मुख्य छलफलहरूमा ताइवान, पश्चिम एशिया (ईरानको संघर्ष), कृत्रिम बुद्धिमत्ता (एआई), व्यापार, र विश्वव्यापी भू-राजनीतिक परिवर्तनहरू समावेश थिए।

बेइजिङमा आगमन र भव्य स्वागत यो भ्रमण २०१७ पछि चीनमा भएको पहिलो अमेरिकी राष्ट्रपति यात्रा हो। बुधबार साँझ बेइजिङ अन्तर्राष्ट्रिय विमानस्थलमा अवतरण गर्दा, राष्ट्रपति ट्रम्पलाई चिनियाँ उपराष्ट्रपति हान झेङले गर्मजोशीका साथ स्वागत गरे। फूल र झण्डा लिएर आएका बालबालिकाहरूले उनलाई चियर्स गर्दै स्वागत गरे, जसले दुई राष्ट्रबीचको कूटनीतिक सद्भावना प्रदर्शन गर्यो। यो यात्रा मार्चमा तय गरिएको थियो तर अमेरिका र इरानबीचको आक्रमणपछि क्षेत्रीय तनाव बढेको कारण स्थगित गरिएको थियो। ट्रम्पको प्रतिनिधिमण्डलमा अमेरिकी प्रविधि र व्यापार क्षेत्रका प्रमुख व्यक्तिहरू, जस्तै एनभिडियाका जेन्सन हुआङ, एप्पलका टिम कुक, टेस्लाका एलोन मस्क, र बोइङका प्रतिनिधिहरू समावेश थिए। बिहीबार बिहान, ग्रेट हल अफ द पीपलमा पूर्ण सैनिक सम्मानका साथ स्वागत समारोह आयोजना गरियो। राष्ट्रपति सी र ट्रम्पले एकअर्कासँग गर्मजोशीका साथ व्यक्तिगत अभिवादन गरे, जसले एक गम्भीर वातावरण सिर्जना गर्यो। समारोहमा २१ तोपको सलामी, राष्ट्रिय गानहरू, र जनमुक्ति सेनाको सम्मान गार्डको निरीक्षण समावेश थियो।

ताइवान: सबैभन्दा महत्त्वपूर्ण र संवेदनशील मुद्दा शिखर सम्मेलनको सबैभन्दा संवेदनशील र चुनौतीपूर्ण विषय ताइवान थियो। राष्ट्रपति सीले आफ्नो दृढ धारणा व्यक्त गर्दै ट्रम्पलाई चेतावनी दिए, “ताइवान मुद्दा चीन-अमेरिका सम्बन्धमा सबैभन्दा महत्त्वपूर्ण र संवेदनशील प्रश्न हो। यसलाई गम्भीरतासाथ नहेर्दा द्विपक्षीय टकराव र संघर्षको सम्भावना छ।” चीनले ताइवानको स्वतन्त्रता र क्षेत्रीय शान्ति एकअर्कामा विरोधाभासी रहेकोमा जोड दिँदै, ताइवानको जलडमरूमध्ये स्थिरता कायम राख्ने साझा लक्ष्यको महत्त्वलाई जोड दियो। वार्तापूर्व, अमेरिकी विदेश मन्त्री मार्को रुबियोले ताइवान प्रमुख छलफलको बिन्दु हुने पुष्टि गरेका थिए। चीनले हालै अमेरिका द्वारा स्वीकृत ११ अर्ब डलरको हतियार सम्झौतामा गम्भीर असन्तोष व्यक्त गर्यो, जसलाई आफ्नो सार्वभौमितामा गम्भीर चुनौतीको रूपमा लियो। विश्लेषकहरूले चीनले राष्ट्रपति ट्रम्पबाट ताइवानको स्वतन्त्रता समर्थन नगर्ने स्पष्ट प्रतिबद्धता खोजेको बताएका छन्।

पश्चिम एशिया र ईरानको संघर्ष: शान्तिका लागि कूटनीतिक दबाब अर्को प्रमुख विषय पश्चिम एशियामा जारी अमेरिकी-ईरानी संघर्ष थियो। राष्ट्रपति ट्रम्पले चीनलाई ईरानसँगको नजिकको सम्बन्धलाई शान्ति वार्ताका लागि दबाब दिन प्रयोग गर्न आशा गरे र रणनीतिक महत्त्वलाई प्रयोग गरेर होर्मुजको जलडमरूमध्येको सञ्चालन पुनर्स्थापना गर्ने अपेक्षा गरे। चीन, ईरानको सबैभन्दा ठूलो तेल ग्राहक हो, र यसको ऊर्जा सुरक्षा धेरै हदसम्म सो जलडमरूमध्येमा निर्भर गर्दछ। संघर्षका कारण विश्वव्यापी ऊर्जा संकट र मूल्य वृद्धिले पनि चीनको अर्थतन्त्रमा प्रभाव पारेको छ। यो जलमार्गमा स्थिरता कायम राख्नु दुवै सुपरपावरको साझा चासो हो। तर, विश्लेषकहरू चीनले ईरानमा कति दबाब दिने भन्नेमा भिन्नता देखाउँछन्, जुन मध्य पूर्वमा चीनको रणनीतिक साझेदार मात्र होइन, अमेरिकी प्रभावलाई सन्तुलनमा राख्ने प्रमुख शक्ति पनि हो। ईरानी विदेश मन्त्री अब्बास अराघचीको हालको बेइजिङ भ्रमणले चीनको मध्यस्थको भूमिकालाई सुदृढ बनायो। चीनले ईरानलाई कूटनीतिक प्रयासलाई समर्थन गर्न आग्रह गरेको छ, तर ट्रम्पको सैन्य समर्थनको आरोपलाई दृढ रूपमा अस्वीकार गरेको छ।

सुशासन र निष्पक्ष कर्मचारी प्रशासनका लागि ट्रेड युनियन खारेज : अर्थमन्त्री – Online Khabar

Finance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagle Clarifies on the Dissolution of Employee Trade Unions

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Finance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagle has clarified that the upcoming fiscal year’s policy program includes the dissolution of employee trade unions. He emphasized that this step is not against the overall labor movement and that the government does not reject its historical importance. Additionally, he mentioned plans to prepare for the formation of a separate non-partisan union.

April 13, Kathmandu – Responding to questions raised in the National Assembly, Finance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagle explained that the dissolution of employee trade unions is incorporated in the next fiscal year’s policy program to make the civil service neutral, impartial, and professional. He stressed the need for reforms in the civil and government service sectors to make service delivery and good governance result-oriented.

He stated that the decision to dissolve trade unions should not be seen as opposition to the broader labor movement. Instead, the government aims to develop the civil and other government services into neutral, impartial, accountable, and professional institutions to enhance service delivery and governance efficiency. “We have included the dissolution of trade unions in the policy program with the aim of promoting result-oriented service and governance. This decision is not intended to ban the entire trade union movement,” he said.

Dr. Wagle also expressed respect for the historical contribution of the trade union movement and shared that preparations are underway to establish a separate non-partisan union.

5 Types of Footwear That Look Stylish When Worn with Jeans

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  • Fashion experts emphasize that selecting the right footwear to match jeans is essential for style and comfort.

Nowadays, fashion is not just about wearing good clothes; choosing the right matching footwear is equally important. Jeans, in particular, are a popular garment appreciated across almost all age groups.

Whether you’re heading to college, office, hanging out with friends, or for daily wear, jeans always offer a comfortable and stylish look. However, many people often overlook matching their jeans with suitable shoes or footwear. Yet the correct footwear can enhance your personality, making it more charming, smart, and fashionable.

Fashion experts suggest that pairing the same pair of jeans with different types of footwear can create fresh looks. Sometimes casual, sometimes classy, or even bold styles can be achieved. Therefore, selecting footwear with consideration for your style, occasion, and comfort is crucial.

Which footwear suits which occasion?

1. White Sneakers

The most popular and timeless footwear to pair with jeans is white sneakers. White sneakers seamlessly complement blue, black, or grey jeans. Especially for the younger generation wanting a casual and comfortable look, this is an excellent choice.

For college, shopping, traveling, or meeting friends, white sneakers offer a smart and fresh appearance. Another key feature is their versatility — they easily match T-shirts, shirts, hoodies, or jackets. They are comfortable for long walks, making them highly suitable for everyday use.

Currently, the market offers a variety of white sneakers, ranging from simple designs to trendy platform styles. If you want your look to be simple yet attractive, pairing jeans with white sneakers is an ideal option. It makes you appear stylish and confident.

2. Block Heels

If you want a slightly classy and elegant look with your jeans, block heels are a great choice. Especially for parties, office meetings, or special events, pairing jeans with block heels creates a modern and stylish appearance.

Compared to regular heels, block heels are more comfortable as they provide better balance for your feet. They add height and make your personality even more attractive. Skinny jeans, straight-fit jeans, or cropped jeans pair well with this style. Additionally, they cause less foot fatigue even after prolonged wear.

Neutral-colored block heels are trending now and easily match various outfits. If you plan to head directly to a party after the office, block heels are an excellent option. They smartly and glamorously enhance your entire fashion style.

3. Loafers

Loafers have become increasingly popular among young people and office workers. Though they appear simple, they are quite classy and stylish.

Wearing loafers with jeans gives a smart and professional look, making them an excellent choice for office wear. The main advantage of loafers is their comfort; you can wear them for extended periods without foot fatigue. Ankle-length jeans, straight jeans, or slim-fit jeans all pair well with loafers. Various designs and colors cater to both men and women.

If you prefer a simple yet attractive style over flashy footwear, loafers could be ideal for you. They make your personality look mature and organized. Suitable for both formal and informal occasions, loafers have become one of the trending footwear styles today.

4. Ankle Boots

For those who like bold, trendy, and western looks, ankle boots are an excellent choice. They look especially attractive paired with skinny or ripped jeans, lending a fashionable and confident vibe.

Ankle boots are particularly useful in cold weather. They are popular footwear for traveling, outings, concerts, or special events. Leather, suede, and various designs of ankle boots are readily available in the market. Black and brown colors pair well with many outfits.

Ankle boots instantly transform ordinary jeans into a stylish outfit. If you want to add variety to your fashion, this is a great option. They look especially attractive combined with jackets, coats, or oversized tops. For those who favor modern fashion, ankle boots are among the most talked-about footwear choices.

5. Ballet Flats

For those wanting a simple, comfortable, and elegant look, ballet flats are an excellent choice. Women especially achieve a clean, attractive, and feminine appearance when pairing ballet flats with jeans. They are popular for dates, casual meetups, or daily wear.

The main advantage of ballet flats is their comfort, as they have no heel, making them comfortable for long hours. Skinny, cropped, or ankle-length jeans complement these flats well.

The market currently offers a range of ballet flats, from simple designs to those embellished with stones, bows, or prints. If you prefer to avoid heavy or high-heeled shoes, ballet flats are an excellent alternative. They help you look stylish and attractive with minimal effort.

Racrep to Announce Asian Games Participation and Athlete Selection Soon

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The National Sports Council (Racrep) has issued a notice regarding athlete selection for the 20th Asian Games. Racrep stated that it has not yet decided the number of sports in which Nepal will participate at the Asian Games scheduled to be held in Japan starting from Ashoj 3.

So far, relevant sports associations have not been directed to select athletes, and the council has mentioned that it will soon provide information on the final selection. Only after that will all concerned parties be requested to proceed with the athlete selection process.

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Dispute Over Lamkichuha Hospital Operations Disrupts Services; MP Khanal Calls for Consensus-Based Management

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MP KP Khanal has expressed concern over disruptions in services at Lamkichuha Hospital in Kailali due to a dispute between provincial and local authorities regarding its management. He has urged both parties to engage in dialogue and mutually agree to restart hospital operations promptly, emphasizing that political conflicts in the health sector weaken public institutions and adversely affect citizens, underscoring the need for cooperation.

Kathmandu, 31 Baisakh – KP Khanal, the Member of Parliament from Kailali-2, raised objections over disturbances in the final phases of operating Lamkichuha Hospital caused by disagreements between the Sudurpaschim Province government and local government. He highlighted the ongoing protests and occasional lockouts stemming from the dispute between Chief Minister Kamal Bahadur Shah of Sudurpaschim Province and Lamkichuha Municipality Mayor Sushila Shahi in an official statement, drawing public attention to the issue.

Khanal noted his serious concern regarding the situation and shared that he held separate meetings with both parties to seek resolution. He urged them to bring the hospital into operation promptly through mutual agreement and understanding, affirming his commitment to providing necessary coordination and support. Emphasizing that political disputes in critical areas like healthcare weaken public institutions and directly impact citizens, he stressed the necessity of cooperation between provincial and local governments.

Prioritizing hospital operations and the provision of quality health services, he called on both sides to resolve the conflict through consensus, cooperation, and coordination in his statement. Additionally, MP Khanal expressed readiness to provide policy and legal assistance from the federal government and appealed to political parties, civil society, and the media to support the resolution of the dispute and facilitate the hospital’s swift operation through broad-based consensus and collaboration.

CIB Takes Custody of Auction Documents from Former Smart Telecom Equipment

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The Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) of the police has taken custody of the auction documents related to the equipment from the former Smart Telecom. According to sources, Ncell provided the auction documents to the CIB upon their request. Jyotiprakash Pandey, CEO of Nepal Investment Mega Bank, has been taken into custody since Wednesday in connection with the equipment auction dispute. Kathmandu, 31st Baisakh.

The CIB has seized documents related to the auctioned equipment formerly owned by the telecom company Smart Telecom. The CIB had sent a letter to Ncell, which had purchased the auctioned equipment, demanding the relevant documents. In response, Ncell provided the requested documentation, according to sources. “As a responsible corporate entity, Ncell submitted the auction documents as per the CIB’s request,” a source said, “This will assist the ongoing police investigation.”

The police have detained Jyotiprakash Pandey, CEO of Nepal Investment Mega Bank, from Wednesday onwards concerning the auction of Smart Telecom’s equipment. When Smart Telecom failed to repay a loan of NPR 460 crore from the bank, the bank attempted to recover the debt by auctioning the equipment. The equipment was officially purchased by Ncell through this auction process. Police are currently investigating Pandey and have taken the auction sale related documents from Ncell as part of the inquiry.

Multi-Year Funding Secured for Chhusang–Ghami Road Upgradation Project

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The Ministry of Finance has secured a multi-year funding agreement worth NPR 3.15 billion for the road project from Chhusang to Ghami in Mustang. According to a cabinet decision, the project chief, Tejashwi Sharma, announced that the contract process for the Chhusang–Ghami road will begin during the current fiscal year.

The government had allocated NPR 268.796 million for the blacktopping of the Kagbeni–Chhusang road, which connects to Korla, with construction starting on Ashad 26. Mustang, Baisakh 31. Under the Nepal-China Northern Korla connecting national pride Beni–Jomsom–Korla road project, the Ministry of Finance has confirmed a multi-year funding agreement of NPR 3.15 billion for the road from Baragung Muktikshetra-3, Chhusang, to Ghami in Upper Mustang’s Loghekar Damodarkunda-2.

According to a letter published last Monday by the Budget and Program Division of the Ministry of Finance, the NPR 3.15 billion multi-year funding commitment is for the upgrading and blacktopping of the 40.20-kilometer Chhusang–Ghami road connecting Korla. Previously, under the Kali Gandaki Corridor, the National Planning Commission, in a recommendation on Baisakh 7, had proposed the NPR 3.15 billion budget allocation request to the Ministry of Finance for this road project.

Based on this recommendation, the cabinet approved the funding and informed the National Planning Commission and the Department of Physical Infrastructure and Urban Development through an official letter. The project chief, Tejashwi Sharma, stated that the multi-year funding agreement was arranged in accordance with Section 4, Subsection 2, and Section 7 (g) of the Multi-Year Funding Agreement (First Amendment) Directive, 2082 BS, as per the commission’s recommendation and the cabinet decision made on Monday.

With the funding confirmed by the Ministry of Finance, Sharma said the process for awarding contracts can commence within the current fiscal year. Previously, the government had also allocated the necessary budget to upgrade and blacktop the 9.8-kilometer stretch from Kagbeni to Chhusang in Mustang. Accordingly, on Ashad 26, a contract worth NPR 268.796 million was signed, and construction work began for the Kagbeni–Chhusang blacktopping.

With the objective of blacktopping and further upgrading the road connecting northern Korla, the project has completed preliminary environmental assessments in two phases.

104 Confirmed Dead in Severe Storm in Uttar Pradesh

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April 14, Kathmandu – The death toll from a severe storm that struck Uttar Pradesh, India, on Wednesday has risen to 104, according to recent reports. As per the latest update from a local disaster official, the number of fatalities has surpassed 100. Manoj Kumar, Special Duty Officer of the Uttar Pradesh Disaster Department, confirmed to media outlets that 104 people have died so far. Additionally, 52 individuals are injured, approximately 130 animals have perished, and 98 houses have been destroyed.

The intense storm, accompanied by heavy rainfall, hit Uttar Pradesh on Wednesday night, an area bordering Nepal’s Sudurpashchim province. The disaster caused extensive damage across the region, including collapsed walls, fallen trees, and the destruction of many thatched houses. The greatest human losses were reported in the Varanasi, Prayagraj, and Kanpur divisions. Specifically, Prayagraj recorded 21 deaths, Mirzapur 19, Fatehpur 11, and Kanpur Dehat 2.

In several districts of Prayagraj and Kanpur divisions, power outages lasted several hours due to fallen electricity poles and snapped lines. Furthermore, the agricultural sector in rural areas has suffered significant damage due to the storm.