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Significant Growth in Foreign Trade in First Month of Fiscal Year; Both Imports and Exports See Major Increase

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Summary: In the month of Shrawan of the current fiscal year 2083/84, foreign trade grew by 35.44 percent, reaching NPR 2 trillion 26 billion 14 million, according to the Customs Department. Imports amounted to NPR 1 trillion 87 billion 44 million and exports reached NPR 38 billion 70 million in Shrawan, resulting in a trade deficit of NPR 1 trillion 48 billion 73 million. Major imports in Shrawan included crude soybean oil valued at NPR 18 billion 40 million, diesel at NPR 13 billion 85 million, and cooking gas at NPR 8 billion 46 million. Nepal’s highest trade volume was with India, from where imports totaled NPR 1 trillion 2 billion and exports NPR 33 billion 26 million.

Kathmandu, 5 Bhadra – In the first month of the current fiscal year 2083/84, namely Shrawan, Nepal has witnessed significant growth in foreign trade. According to the Customs Department, total foreign trade in Shrawan 2083 increased by 35.44 percent, reaching NPR 2 trillion 26 billion 14 million. In the same month of the previous fiscal year, total foreign trade amounted to NPR 1 trillion 66 billion 97 million. Both imports and exports have shown remarkable growth this year. Imports of goods in Shrawan amounted to NPR 1 trillion 87 billion 44 million, which is 31.04 percent higher compared to the previous year.

In Shrawan of the previous year, goods imports were valued at NPR 1 trillion 43 billion. Exports reached NPR 38 billion 70 million this year, marking a 61.72 percent increase over last year’s NPR 23 billion 93 million. The share of exports in total foreign trade has notably increased, reaching 17.11 percent, reflecting a 19.41 percent rise from the previous year. Meanwhile, the import share decreased by 3.25 percent, holding steady at 82.89 percent.

Alongside the rise in total foreign trade in Shrawan, the trade deficit has also widened. The trade deficit for the month stands at NPR 1 trillion 48 billion 73 million, which is 24.88 percent higher than the same period last year. The increase in imports has contributed to this rise in trade deficit. The trade deficit in Shrawan of the previous year was NPR 1 trillion 19 billion 10 million, the Customs Department reported.

Cyberattack Threat Rises on US Water Systems Using AI Technology

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US security agencies CISA, FBI, and NSA have issued warnings about a rise in cyberattacks targeting water supply and wastewater systems. According to officials, attackers are using artificial intelligence (AI) to identify vulnerabilities in Siemens S7 Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) devices and launch attacks. Unauthorized access incidents have been reported at water facilities in Minnesota and Michigan, with systems in Arkansas, Georgia, and New Jersey also targeted.

American security agencies have noted an increasing number of cyberattacks targeting water supply and wastewater management systems nationwide. A joint warning released on Wednesday highlighted that all Siemens S7 PLC devices are at risk. These devices are utilized to automate physical process controls in sectors such as energy, water supply, manufacturing, and agriculture. According to the authorities, breaches in these devices could disrupt services, pose security hazards, and potentially cause damage to critical infrastructure equipment.

US officials explain that attackers are using publicly available information and AI-generated ‘exploit scripts’ to seek out and compromise PLC devices running outdated software or lacking adequate security. CISA has described this as part of a broad cyber campaign against American water supply and wastewater systems. Officials indicated that rural communities are particularly vulnerable.

In such areas, water systems often cover extensive geographic regions, meaning disruptions in one system can impact large populations. This warning follows recent months of cyberattacks on US water suppliers and wastewater service providers. Some of these attacks are suspected to have been conducted by hacker groups linked to Iran, as per American intelligence assessments.

Nakhipot Folks Women’s Futsal Tournament to Kick Off from Bhadra 19

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Nakhipot Folks has announced the launch of its inaugural women’s futsal tournament starting from Bhadra 19 at the Futsal Village in Nakhipot. The organizers are expecting participation from approximately 32 teams and have indicated that team registrations must be completed by Bhadra 17. The winning team will receive a cash prize of NPR 101,000, the runner-up will get NPR 51,000, and the best player will be awarded NPR 7,500.

At a press conference held on Friday, coordinator Begha Limbu shared details about the tournament, stating, “This competition will be held annually on a continuous basis.” She explained that due to the growing interest in women’s futsal in Nepal, this event has been organized to provide greater opportunities to female athletes.

The tournament will take place over two days at the Futsal Village in Nakhipot. Each team is allowed to include up to three national futsal players. Interested teams must complete the registration process by Bhadra 17.

Supreme Court Rules Appointment of Executive Chairman at Nepal Airlines Corporation as Illegal

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The Supreme Court has declared that the appointment of 80-year-old Maheshwarbhakta Shrestha as the Executive Chairman and General Manager of Nepal Airlines Corporation (NAC) was prima facie illegal. The court issued an order invalidating the appointment, stating that the decision made by the Council of Ministers on 30 Ashad 2083 BS (mid-July 2026) violated the established standards and the corporation’s procedures. Director Upendra Bahadur Karki had demanded his own appointment as Executive Chairman, but the Supreme Court found this claim to be legally unfounded. Kathmandu, 5 Bhadra.

The Supreme Court explained that the government’s decision to appoint an 80-year-old individual as the Executive Chairman and General Manager of Nepal Airlines Corporation was unlawful. On 30 Ashad 2083 BS, the government had appointed Maheshwarbhakta Shrestha, aged 80, to the post of Executive Chairman at NAC. Following the annulment of this appointment, Shrestha was dismissed, which prompted Upendra Bahadur Karki to file a writ petition in the Supreme Court.

During Thursday’s hearing, a bench comprising Justices Sunil Kumar Pokharel and Bal Krishna Dhakal ruled that Shrestha’s appointment contravened both the government’s standards and the corporation’s operational rules. According to Article 3(gh) of the Government of Nepal’s Standard for Appointment and Nomination of Officials and Members of Public Bodies, 2073 BS, an executive chief must be between 30 and 65 years of age, and officials must have completed a minimum age of 35.

The Supreme Court’s order states, “According to the prescribed standards and procedures, no individual over 65 years of age shall be appointed to the post of General Manager. At the time of his appointment, Maheshwarbhakta Shrestha was 80 years old, demonstrating that the appointment was flawed.” The order further confirms that the Council of Ministers’ decision to appoint Shrestha as Executive Chairman with the responsibilities of General Manager was unlawful and therefore invalidated.

Supreme Court Orders Concrete Action Against the Government Appointment at Nepal Airlines Corporation

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News Summary

  • The Supreme Court has deemed the appointment of 80-year-old Maheshwor Bhakta Shrestha as Executive Chairman and Managing Director of Nepal Airlines Corporation illegal at first sight.
  • The Court stated that the Cabinet decision on 30th Ashad 2083 was against the standards and the corporation’s procedures and has ordered the appointment to be annulled.
  • The Supreme Court also ruled that the demand by board member Upendra Bahadur Karki to appoint himself as Executive Chairman was not lawful.

September 5, Kathmandu — The government’s decision to appoint an 80-year-old individual as Executive Chairman and Managing Director of Nepal Airlines Corporation has been declared illegal by the Supreme Court at first glance.

On 30th Ashad 2083 (mid-July 2026), the government appointed 80-year-old Maheshwor Bhakta Shrestha as Executive Chairman of Nepal Airlines Corporation. Following this ruling deeming the appointment illegal, Shrestha was dismissed, and Upendra Bahadur Karki, a board member of the corporation, filed a writ petition in the Supreme Court, demanding his own appointment to the position.

On Thursday, the Supreme Court bench comprising Justices Sunil Kumar Pokharel and Bal Krishna Dhakal ruled that the appointment of Shrestha as Executive Chairman and Managing Director was contrary to the government standards and the corporation’s procedures.

Under Section 3(घ) of the Nepal Government’s Standards for Appointment and Nomination of Public Body Officials, 2073 (2016), the age limit for the Chief Executive is between 30 and 65 years, and officials must be at least 35 years old.

Similarly, Article 5(1)(ख) of the corporation’s Managing Director Selection Procedure, 2082 (2025), states the Managing Director must be at least 35 years old and should not exceed 65.

“According to the established standards and procedures, it is clear that anyone appointed as Managing Director should not exceed 65 years of age. At the time of appointment, Maheshwor Bhakta Shrestha was 80 years old, which clearly indicates that the appointment was flawed,” the Supreme Court order reads.

The Supreme Court directed the annulment of the Cabinet decision appointing Shrestha as Managing Director and Executive Chairman on grounds of non-compliance with the law.

On the other hand, the Court ruled that Upendra Bahadur Karki’s demand to be appointed as Executive Chairman in place of Shrestha was also not in accordance with the law.

Karki had argued that since he scored the highest marks in the recommendation process for the Board of Directors of Nepal Airlines Corporation, he should be appointed as Chairman.

However, the Supreme Court emphasized that the authority to appoint the Managing Director, Chairman, and Vice Chairman lies solely with the government, and Karki’s demand is not legally justified.

“The authority to appoint positions such as the Executive Chairman is explicitly prescribed by law. Therefore, directing the appointment of the petitioner to this position would also harm judicial restraint,” the Court’s order states. “The recommendation to appoint Karki, who scored the highest in the Board selection process, as Managing Director and Executive Chairman is not in accordance with the law.”

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Mahatma Gandhi’s Notes Sold for $17 Million, Setting Record for Indian Historical Documents

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A collection of notes written by Indian independence leader Mahatma Gandhi was sold in Mumbai for $17 million, marking the highest price ever achieved for an Indian historical document. The Mumbai-based auction house, Saffron Art, disclosed that the collection had been preserved by the family of Anand T. Hingorani, a close associate of Gandhi and fellow freedom fighter. These 688 handwritten notes were written by Gandhi as messages of consolation to Hingorani after the death of his wife, Vidya. The notes are compiled in a book titled A Thought for the Day. Written between 1944 and 1946, the notes cover various themes including truth, God, and non-violence.

“The sale of A Thought for the Day for $17 million sets a world record for the highest auction price achieved by an Indian historical document,” Saffron Art stated in a press release. The notes were the highlight of the collection titled Gandhi: The Anand T. Hingorani Collection. Other significant items in the collection included Gandhi’s portable spinning wheel and notes on how to use it. “What makes this collection particularly compelling is its close personal connection to one of the most important figures in Indian history,” said Dinesh Vazirani, co-founder of Saffron Art, in the statement. “This sale underscores the sustained enthusiasm for Gandhi’s life and legacy and highlights the strong appeal of primary source material linked to a key leader of the Indian independence movement.” Gandhi, one of the most influential figures in India’s history, led a non-violent campaign against British rule that inspired similar resistance movements worldwide. He was assassinated in January 1948. – RASAS

PUBG Mobile National Championship PMNC Kicks Off This Saturday

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News Summary

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  • The PUBG Mobile National Championship (PMNC) will commence this Saturday in Kathmandu, featuring 16 teams from across Nepal.
  • Organized jointly by Esports Association of Nepal (ESAN) and Sports County, this two-day event serves as the official qualifier for the PUBG Mobile Global Open.
  • The winners will receive $2,500, the runners-up $1,500, the third-place team $1,000, and the MVP will be awarded $400.

September 21, Kathmandu – The official national PUBG Mobile tournament, the PUBG Mobile National Championship (PMNC), is set to begin this Saturday in Kathmandu.

The two-day competition, organized jointly by the Esports Association of Nepal (ESAN) and Sports County, will feature Nepal’s top 16 teams competing fiercely. The PMNC acts as the official qualification event for the PUBG Mobile Global Open (PMGO).

This edition will include 16 teams participating with the DRS system in place. Popular team Hora Esports has already qualified for the next stage and therefore will not take part in this competition.

The champion will be awarded a prize of $2,500, the runner-up $1,500, and the third-place team will receive $1,000.

Teams placing fourth through tenth will receive prizes ranging from $800 to $250 respectively. The 11th and 12th ranked teams will each earn $150, while teams from 13th to 16th place will be awarded $100 each.

Additionally, the Most Valuable Player (MVP) will be honored with a $400 prize.

Approved by the National Sports Council (Rakhap), the event will include various entertainment activities for spectators. According to the organizers, attendees can enjoy live music, food stalls, and multiple gaming zones alongside the tournament matches.

Running over two days, the PMNC promises to provide Nepal’s top PUBG Mobile players and teams a valuable platform to showcase their skills at the national level in the vibrant esports arena.

Iranian President Raisi Claims Global Recognition of Victory Against the US

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September 21, Kathmandu – Iranian President Masoud Raisi has asserted that Iran holds a strong position in its conflict with the United States, stating that it is now time to end the war. According to BBC Persian, he emphasized that the world has acknowledged Iran’s historic victory against America. “The entire world has accepted our victory,” he said, “I want to stress that the United States has violated international laws by attacking our schools, hospitals, and critical infrastructure. They are despised across the globe.”

President Raisi described the agreement reached between the US and Iran in Islamabad, Pakistan’s capital, as a significant achievement and clearly stated that Iran will not back down from facing any potential attacks. “One thing is certain—we will never bow to pressure or bullying. We will stand firmly against them until our last breath and respond swiftly and decisively,” Raisi declared.

Last Year it Was Prachanda, This Year Balen Shah at Annapurna Eco Village Resort

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  • Following his appointment as Prime Minister, Balen Shah has embarked on his first personal visit to the Annapurna Eco Village Resort located in Astam, Kaski.
  • The Prime Minister’s Office confirmed this as a personal trip and announced that Balen Shah will be traveling to Mustang tomorrow.
  • The Annapurna Eco Village Resort was developed through the efforts of three generations of the Shivraj Adhikari family and was also visited last year by Prachanda.

September 21, Pokhara — Prime Minister Balen Shah has embarked on his first personal trip since taking office and is currently at Astam village, approximately 18 kilometers northwest of Pokhara in Kaski district.

Known for maintaining discretion in his personal activities, PM Shah had hoped this visit would remain low-profile; however, due to security protocols associated with high-profile persons, his privacy could not be fully ensured. The Prime Minister’s Office has officially stated that the trip is entirely personal.

Sources close to the Prime Minister indicate that he will be traveling to Mustang tomorrow, although further itinerary details have not been disclosed.

The resort where he is staying is the Annapurna Eco Village Resort, situated on a hillside in Astam approximately 1,500 meters above sea level. This resort drew considerable attention recently.

Exactly one year ago, former Prime Minister Prachanda also stayed at this resort during his visit to Kaski, his birthplace, amid his efforts to lead a Congress-UML coalition government and build his party’s base.

Prachanda stayed at Annapurna Eco Village on September 21 last year and held several political meetings there. Born in Lewade, Kaski, Prachanda toured Astam village and met Netra Adhikari, a victim of the insurgency.

Currently, Balen Shah is at the resort but has not met with any locals or officials during his family visit. Security agencies also report having limited awareness of this private trip.

Astam Village in the 1960s

Since Prime Minister Balen Shah’s visit is a rare event, many are eager to learn more about the location. Until the 1960s, locals were astonished when tourists came to this remote village.

The village comprised houses made of straw and stone. Visitors were eager to capture the Himalayan range on camera. To the north were tall mountains, to the south the Changasur cliff, and below flowed the Mardi river. The iconic views included Machapuchare, Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, and Manaslu peaks, enchanting foreign tourists.

Sometimes tourists camped at the same spot for 2-3 days, enjoying the mountain vistas. The houses were small and often locals looked towards Pokhara town. Tourists appreciated the villagers working in the fields.

Teknath Baral, Ward Chairperson of Machhapuchhre Rural Municipality-6, recalls, “Foreign visitors were amazed to see us, and even the villagers were surprised. However, at that time, Astam lacked a road, electricity, and faced potable water shortages, leading to a life of deprivation.”

Even as the country faced violent insurgency, tourists still trekked through Dhampus to Ghansruk.

Three Generations Nurturing Annapurna Eco Village

The current beautiful and renowned tourist destination did not emerge overnight; it is the result of the perseverance and labour of three generations of the Shivraj and Bishwaraj Adhikari family.

Since 2004/5 BS (circa 1947 AD), Shivraj Adhikari began shifting his animal shelters to the hill in Astam from a nearby village. To ease transporting manure, he built shelters near the fields. Then he had the idea of attracting trekkers passing through Astam by constructing two rooms with facilities for food and lodging.

Shivraj used traditional stone and earth to build these rooms, intending to offer guests farm-grown food. This humble hospitality soon became popular among thousands of tourists.

His son Bishwaraj Adhikari, along with his three brothers and their children, expanded the resort significantly.

The resort is a favourite destination among Nepalese tourists. It currently features 23 rooms and occupies 15 ropani (approximately 0.75 hectares) of land. The site includes spaces for yoga and meditation, bird watching, child play areas, and farming activities.

Annapurna Eco Village has set a precedent in eco-tourism development replicated in other regions as well.

Ultimately, the identity of Astam village transformed due to tourism; most households now host guests. New hotels and homestays, such as Hangjakot Homestay, have opened, and star-rated hotels are under construction. The area is now equipped with paved roads and electricity.

This region attracts hundreds of visitors daily, preserving local flavors and traditions.

Annapurna Eco Village was established on the Adhikari family’s traditional fallow land. Bishwaraj Adhikari recalls, “Since it was 300-400 meters from our house, we had to carry manure ourselves to plant millet, wheat, and maize.”

Bishwaraj entered the tourism sector around 1989/90 AD, initially guiding visitors. Back then, the popular 6-7 day “Pokhara Pherro” trek—from Pokhara-Harichowk through Tibetan Camp, Melbot, Astam, Dhampus, to Australian Camp—was favored by tourists. Local families began hosting international trekkers during these journeys.

However, with the construction of the Pokhara-Baglung highway, traditional trekking routes declined, and this sector faced a downturn. Yet, the Adhikari family envisioned potential in tourism and committed themselves to it.

Bishwaraj, his father Shivraj (a teacher), and his brothers engaged fully in tourism business, opening trekking shops, travel agencies, and guesthouses in Pokhara by 2000. Despite many challenges and initial setbacks in the city, they found success returning to their land.

Eco Village Concept: Learning While Doing

“Eco Village” is not merely a brand name for the resort. They drew inspiration from eco villages in Europe and India and Kathmandu’s environment-friendly projects, adopting a “learning by doing” approach.

They built traditional houses using only local stone, wood, and earth, preserving indigenous architectural styles.

Tourists are served ‘eco tea,’ made from farm-fresh milk, yogurt, ghee, cheese, and locally sourced herbs, a popular offering here.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, when city businesses closed, the brothers returned to their village to manage the resort directly.

Chief operator Bishwaraj Adhikari oversees management and marketing. His younger brother, educated in hotel management in Singapore, has enhanced hospitality and service quality.

Another brother, Bednidhi Adhikari, is a trekking guide and yoga and wellness expert. Bishwaraj’s sons also conduct yoga and meditation classes, positioning the resort as a center for wellness and yoga, not just lodging and dining.

Currently, the resort offers 250-hour international yoga teacher training programs, with plans to extend it to 300 hours.

Bishwaraj criticizes the government for lacking a comprehensive eco-tourism policy. He highlights that the focus on five-star hotels and concrete structures sidelines local and nature-based tourism.

He emphasizes that true eco-tourism involves the use of organic fertilizers, animal husbandry (cattle and goats), promoting local products, and providing tourists with an authentic rural environment.

What Is the ‘Right to Recall’ Concept Proposed by the Rastriya Swatantra Party?

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Leaders participating in the Rastriya Swatantra Party meeting

Image source, RSP/Facebook

The Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP), which is leading the government, has decided to prepare a concept paper on arrangements to recall elected representatives.

According to central member Milan Limbu, the central committee meeting held on Friday assigned General Secretary Bipin Acharya the responsibility to draft the ‘Right to Recall’ concept.

An 11-member committee, with Acharya as coordinator, has been tasked with preparing the concept and presenting it to the party.

The RSP has long supported the legal provision to recall elected representatives.

General Secretary Acharya said they would soon finalize and submit the concept paper to the party.

Bernie Sanders Endorses Democratic Senate Candidate Angie Nixon in Florida

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U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders endorsed Florida Democratic Senate candidate Angie Nixon on Thursday. Nixon had defeated her well-funded opponent, Alex Windman, two days earlier. Sanders praised Nixon as a model for the future of the Democratic Party, highlighting her support for Medicare for All, medical debt forgiveness, and expanded childcare.

Now, Nixon will face a tough race against Republican Senator Ashley Moody. Sanders presented Nixon as an example of the Democratic Party’s future. In a statement released by Nixon’s campaign, Sanders said, “Angie has proven that organized people can stand up to and overcome the organized money of the wealthy and powerful.”

Sanders commended Nixon’s advocacy for Medicare for All, medical debt forgiveness, childcare expansion, and paid family leave. Nixon previously worked on the 2016 presidential campaign and has made the economic policies championed by Sanders a key part of her platform. However, she secured her primary victory without Sanders’ endorsement.

Nepal National Basketball Team Sent Off for FIBA Asia Pre-Qualifiers

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The Nepal national men’s basketball team is set to depart for the UAE on Monday to participate in the FIBA Asia Pre-Qualifiers. The competition will take place from August 24 to 29, featuring a squad of 12 players led by captain Sadish Pradhan. On Friday, Ramcharitra Mehta, Member-Secretary of the National Sports Council, officially bid farewell to the team during a special event.

The squad traveling to the UAE for the FIBA Asia Pre-Qualifiers includes captain Sadish Pradhan, vice-captain Binod Maharjan, Shreyas Bahadur Shah, Asim Shrestha, Saurabh Shrestha, Nischal Maharjan, Sudip Paudel Kshetri, Ajay Kushwaha, Kamal Thapa, Pemba Sherpa, Simon Gurung, and Pranayaman Shrestha. Team management comprises Bhimsingh Gurung, President of the Nepal Basketball Association, Rajen Shrestha, Saroja Koirala Shrestha, team manager Narendra Thapa, head coach Sushil Gurung, assistant coach Ashish Nyaupane, physiotherapist Abhipsa Singh Koirala, medical doctor Rupesh KC, and media officer Siddhartha Khadka. Ramcharitra Mehta conveyed his best wishes to the team during the farewell program.

Outstanding Contributions of Women, Law, and Development Forum in Legal Reform

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On the occasion of its 31st General Assembly, the Women, Law, and Development Forum conducted a social audit of its programs and plans for the fiscal year 2082–083. Social auditor Sanju KC reported providing 1,350 legal consultations, advocating in 3,511 citizenship cases, and facilitating 16 cases. Representatives from Kathmandu Metropolitan City and police officials lauded the forum’s free legal advice, citizenship assistance, and awareness-raising roles. The event took place on 5th Bhadra in Kathmandu.

The social audit evaluated the progress of the implemented programs and plans during the fiscal year 2082–083. Sanju KC explained that the audit was conducted following legal procedures to assess annual progress, transparency, and accountability of the institution.

Among the forum’s outstanding initiatives highlighted was a voter education program video from the recent elections. KC emphasized that the social audit offers an opportunity for the forum’s future journey. She stated that recommendations emerging from this process would aid improvements in procedures, methods, objectives, goals, strategies, and policy advocacy. The Women, Law, and Development Forum provided 1,350 legal consultations last year, conducted orientation training for 223 federal and 43 provincial lawmakers, and advocated in 3,511 citizenship cases. Furthermore, capacity-building training was conducted for 6,666 local representatives, 11 justice sector officials, and 98 journalists, along with facilitation in 16 legal cases, according to KC.

KC also detailed the forum’s contributions to lawmaking in various local governments across five provinces, election monitoring, and women’s rights advocacy. Praising the forum’s work in citizenship acquisition for stateless individuals, women’s rights, and social sectors, Hiralal Tandukar, chairperson of Ward-11, Kathmandu Metropolitan City, noted that many vulnerable persons entangled in legal complexities received justice through the forum’s free legal counseling. Sosham Niraula, head of the Social Department of Kathmandu Metropolitan City, described the forum’s role in social and legal reform as significant. She recalled the commendable work and efforts in program execution and extended best wishes for further progress.

Deputy Superintendent of Police Basanta Pathak from the Anti-Trafficking Bureau expressed readiness for continued cooperation with the forum. He stressed the importance of awareness since ignorance of the law is no excuse and praised the forum’s notable contribution to spreading legal awareness in society. During the event, Anupam Alemagar and Krishna Thapamagar shared their success stories of obtaining citizenship with the support of the Women, Law, and Development Forum after being stateless. Forum secretary Advocate Laxmi Pokharel highlighted the purpose of the program and the importance of the social audit.

Tornado in Hawaii Blows Off Roof of Home

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A violent storm in Hawaii has blown the roof off a house, as seen in the footage here. The severe rainstorm named ‘Lala’ has struck the Big Island area of Hawaii with heavy rainfall. This event has resulted in loss of life for several individuals, and electrical supply to thousands of homes has been completely cut off.

Finance Minister Wagle Officially Announces Initial Budget Allocation for Translation Work for Fiscal Year 2083/84

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Finance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagle has announced an initial budget allocation of NPR 700,000 for the translation of acts, rules, and procedures for the upcoming fiscal year 2083/84. He stated that the concerned ministries may reallocate this amount or request additional funds from the Ministry of Finance as needed.

Kathmandu, 5 Bhadra – During Friday’s National Assembly meeting, Minister Wagle clarified that this budget has been earmarked under the Ministry of Land Management, Cooperatives, Federal Affairs, and General Administration for the purpose of translating acts, rules, procedures, directives, and standards. He emphasized that the allocation is intended to serve the ministry itself along with its commissions, departments, offices, and committees.

The Minister further explained that this is an initial budget allocation, with provisions allowing the relevant ministries to adjust the amount as necessary. He stated, “An initial amount of NPR 700,000 has been allocated for the translation of acts, rules, procedures, directives, and standards under the Ministry of Land Management, Cooperatives and Poverty Alleviation, and the Ministry of Federal Affairs and General Administration for the coming fiscal year 2083/84.”

Clarifying technical aspects of budget allocation, Minister Wagle noted that in certain cases, it is common practice to allocate budget under the general heading of ‘Grants’ without specifying specific titles or subtitles. Reassuring stakeholders, he expressed confidence by stating, “Since the Finance Minister has committed to this, we trust that necessary funds will be made available.”