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Agency- A major Gaza hospital has suspended several services because of a critical fuel shortage in the devastated Palestinian territory, which continues to face a severe humanitarian crisis, it said. Devastated by more than two years of war, the Al-Awda Hospital in the central Gaza district of Nuseirat cares for…

Kathmandu — Prabhu Bank Limited Chief Executive Officer Ashok Sherchan has been released on bail, following a decision by the Special Public Prosecutor’s Office on Friday. Sherchan had been in custody for 26 days before the order for his release was issued. He was arrested on November 14 from Prabhu…

The 19th Chitwan Elephant Festival, organized by the Regional Hotel Association Nepal–Chitwan, has been inaugurated. The festival was officially inaugurated on Friday during a special program held in Sauraha by Bagmati Province Chief Minister Indra Bahadur Baniya.

Kathmandu — The Supreme Court has dismissed a writ petition filed against the officials of the Commission of Inquiry formed to investigate the incidents of 23 and 24 Bhadau, effectively allowing the commission to continue its work without legal hindrance. A bench comprising Justices Manoj Kumar Sharma, Nahakul Subedi, and…

Kathmandu — Newly appointed Minister for Foreign Affairs Balananda Sharma has said he will work to enhance Nepal’s international image and strengthen relations with neighbouring and friendly countries. Speaking to the media after assuming office on Friday, Minister Sharma said he accepted the ministerial responsibility with the belief that his…

Kathmandu — Former Nepali Army Lieutenant General Balananda Sharma has been recommended for appointment as Minister for Foreign Affairs, according to sources at the Prime Minister’s Office. Prime Minister Sushila Karki has formally recommended Sharma’s name to President Ram Chandra Poudel for the ministerial position. The President’s Office has confirmed…

Kathmandu- Prices of gold and silver continued to rise in the domestic market on Thursday, reaching record highs, largely influenced by the strengthening of the US dollar, according to traders and market analysts. The Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association reported that the price of hallmark gold increased…

Kathmandu- The total number of deposit accounts in banks and financial institutions across the country has crossed 68 million, while the number of loan accounts remains below two million, according to the latest data released by Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB). As of mid-November of the current fiscal year, deposit accounts…

Kathmandu- The upcoming elections scheduled for Falgun 21 are estimated to cost the state Rs 27 billion, with security arrangements accounting for the largest share of the budget, according to government sources. The election-related budget is being jointly managed by the Ministry of Home Affairs, the Election Commission, and security…

Kathmandu- As preparations intensify for the upcoming House of Representatives (HoR) election scheduled for March 5, the government has stepped up consultations with senior leaders of major political parties to create a conducive political environment. As part of this initiative, Minister for Communication and Information Technology Jagadish Kharel held discussions…