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Annapurna area welcomes visitors from 169 countries in last fiscal year

Tourists from 169 countries visited various destinations in the Annapurna Conservation Area in the last fiscal year.During that period, a total of 508,476 foreign tourists visited this area. Among them, 384,145 were from South Asian countries and 124,331 from other countries.Indians accounted for the highest number of tourists visiting the Annapurna area last fiscal year from July 17, 2025 to July 16, 2026. The area received 375,797 Indian tourists. Coming in second were 12,539 Chinese

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Folklore and art: The world of ‘Adventure Within Own Mind’

After completing the reading of ‘Adventure Within Own Mind’ by Aashirya Deshar, I would like to tell you that it was quite a mature piece, which incorporates various authentic folktales and beliefs of Nepal into an autobiographical narrative. What impressed me mostly about the book is the fact that the author not only tells some stories but uses such authentic places as Tika Bhairav in Lele in order to create her own world and it is evident that she has been brought up in such an env

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The most controversial World Cup in history?

The 2026 FIFA World Cup has produced thrilling matches, dramatic comebacks, and unbelievable upsets. We witnessed Germany’s super team get knocked out in the penalties by Paraguay, Belgium’s comeback against Senegal, as well as the brilliant games of Cabo Verde. However, alongside these matches, VAR and refereeing decisions have become some of the biggest topics of conversation in this tournament. From the controversial disallowed goals to red card suspensions, several matches and de

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South American football President pushes for 64-team World Cup in 2030

South American football's governing body CONMEBOL is pushing for the 2030 World Cup to be expanded to a record 64 teams, just a day after the conclusion of the first 48-team tournament in North America, Reuters reported. CONMEBOL President Alejandro Dominguez campaigned for the further expanded format on social media on Monday, urging FIFA to expand the centenary edition of the tournament.

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Former England captain and manager Kevin Keegan dies at 75

Former England captain and manager Kevin Keegan has died at the age of 75, his former club Newcastle United said on Monday, Reuters reported. Keegan's family and Newcastle announced in January that the two-time European Footballer of the Year was undergoing cancer treatment, without disclosing details of his illness.

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Lionel Messi thanks Argentina fans: ‘Wound will take time to heal’

After what may have been his final World Cup match, Lionel Messi was in tears on the field Sunday in East Rutherford, N.J., ruing a missed chance to win a second consecutive title for Argentina, Reuters reported. Messi, without hinting whether his World Cup career was officially through, congratulated Spain and said the memories will last in an Instagram post Monday."The pain is immense, and this wound will take time to heal," Messi wrote in his native Spanish alongside a photo of

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FIFA to investigate World Cup final post-match brawl

World soccer's governing body FIFA has appointed a disciplinary and ethics prosecutor to investigate the post-match brawl that erupted after Spain's 1-0 extra-time victory over Argentina in a chaotic World Cup final, Reuters reported. Tensions boiled over after Spain secured their second World Cup title courtesy of an extra-time winner from winger Ferran Torres. Argentina had already been reduced to 10 men in the 93rd minute of normal time when Enzo Fernandez was sent off

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Chinese hybrid rice seedlings transplanted in Chitwan

Young diplomats from the Chinese Embassy in Nepal joined experts from the Chongqing Academy of Agricultural Sciences and Nepal's Agriculture and Forestry University to transplant Chinese hybrid rice seedlings in Chitwan.The transplantation is part of the second phase of field trials under a China-aided agricultural project The project aims to test and cultivate high-yield rice varieties that suit local conditions and match Nepali tastes, supporting the sustainable development of agricul

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13 local levels fail to unveil budget for current fiscal year

Thirteen local levels failed to unveil the budget for the current fiscal year. Out of total 753 local levels, 740 have made the budget public and even forwarded the process for implementation.The details entered by the local levels on the portal maintained by the Ministry of Land Management, Cooperatives, Federal Affairs and General Administration, showed that 10 local governments of Madhes Province were yet to present budgets.Such laggards are Sukhipur Municipality of Siraha, Aurahi Rural

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Burnham pledges to 'bring back hope' as he makes Healey chancellor

Andy Burnham pledged to "bring back hope" to Britain, as he began his tenure as prime minister by appointing Labour stalwart John Healey as chancellor, BBC reported. In his first speech to the nation in Downing Street, Burnham said he wanted to bring forward the "biggest changes in the last 40 years" to British politics.He outlined his intention to unveil a 10-year "new plan for Britain" later this year, explaining this would lay out a path to where he bel

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US launches fresh strikes on Iran, as Trump warns of retaliation for deaths of soldiers

The US military says it launched another round of strikes against Iran to "further degrade" its capabilities to attack ships in the Strait of Hormuz, BBC reported. The strikes - the 10th consecutive night of attacks - come after US President Donald Trump vowed to punish Iran for the deaths of US soldiers.Trump earlier said Iran had been hit "very hard" the previous night "in honour" of three US soldiers killed recently - two in Jordan and one in Iraq.

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Houthis announce Saudi naval blockade, threatening new front in US-Iran war

Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis said on Monday they would impose a naval blockade on Saudi Arabia, opening a potential new front against the United States in its war with Iran and raising the threat to global energy supplies and trade beyond the Gulf, Reuters reported. The escalation comes after one of the deadliest periods in the war for U.S. troops. The Pentagon on Monday identified two U.S. soldiers who were killed when Iran attacked an American base in Jordan on Friday, while they also

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Trump slaps 50% tariffs on Canada and Carney vows to 'intensify' trade talks

US President Donald Trump has imposed a 50% tariff on a wide range of goods imported from Canada, in retaliation for what he called "unequal treatment" of US cars, dairy and alcohol, BBC reported. Everyday consumer items like wine and hockey sticks and industrial goods such as cement are among the goods targeted. However, several key exports will be spared, such as energy, potash, critical minerals and fish. Prime Minister Mark Carney responded by saying Canada stood rea

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Nepal Political Briefing | July 20

Welcome to The ApEx Daily, your daily briefing on Nepal's politics, governance, and public affairs. Designed for an international audience, this newsletter explains the developments shaping one of South Asia's youngest federal democracies.Prime Minister Balendra Shah has stepped in to address growing concerns over Nepal's weakening capital market. When the RSP-led government took office, the NEPSE index was around 2,950 points with daily trading turnover of approximately Rs 13 billio

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Yogesh Deshpande wins Best Screenplay Award for Swargandharva Sudhir Phadke

Film director and screenwriter Yogesh Deshpande has been honored with the Best Screenplay (Adapted) Award at the 72nd National Film Awards for Swargandharva Sudhir Phadke. The honor celebrates his exceptional storytelling and contribution to Indian cinema.The screenplay has received widespread acclaim for its authenticity and emotional depth.The film beautifully portrayed the life and musical journey of legendary singer and composer Sudhir Phadke while highlighting his enduring contribution

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UN agencies heads meets Minister Khanal

Heads of United Nations (UN) agencies in Kathmandu paid a joint courtesy on Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Monday.The meeting was attended by the United Nations Resident Coordinator along with the heads of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), World Food Programme (WFP), UNESCO, United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), United Nations Regional Centre for Peace and Disarmament in Asia and the Pacific (UNRCPD), UNICEF, United Nations Populat

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2 killed in 62 disaster incidents in last 24 hours

Sixty-two disaster-related incidents were reported across the country in the last 24 hours, according to the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA). NDRRMA spokesperson Shanti Mahat said two people have died and 15 were injured in those incidents.During this period, natural disasters such as floods, landslides, drowning, and snake bites occurred in different parts of the country.“Two people have died due to snake bites and 11 others have been injured. Nine

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Taskforce to be formed to review public holidays

The government has decided to form a four-member taskforce under coordination of the Joint-Secretary at the Home Ministry to review the public holidays. A meeting of secretaries held today under the chairmanship of Chief Secretary Govinda Bahadur Karki took the decision to form the taskforce to review other existing public holidays after the government has started giving two-day weekly holiday—Saturday and Sunday. The taskforce will comprise representatives from the Office

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FM Khanal congratulates US diplomat on Everest summit

Foreign Minister Shishir Khanal met Scott Urbom, Chargé d'Affaires, and Mike Harker, Public Affairs Chief at the US Embassy, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Monday.During the meeting, Khanal congratulated Harker for the ascent of Sagarmatha and praised his achievement as the first US diplomat to summit the world's highest peak.The minister said Harker’s accomplishment would help promote Nepal's adventure tourism and encouraged him to continue advocating Nepal as a

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PM Shah commits to take action on capital market issues

Prime Minister Balendra Shah pledged to resolve the challenges within Nepal’s capital market and securities sector, promoting swift regulatory action to streamline market operations. Speaking during a consultation meeting with financial sector stakeholders at Singha Durbar on Monday, PM Shah assured industry leaders that efforts are actively going on to create a trading environment and implement legitimate business demands in an organized way.To ensure these solutions are effectively

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Nepal and Bhutan officials reaffirms commitment

Chargé d'Affaires of Nepali Embassy in New Delhi, Surendra Thapa met Bhutanese Ambassador to New Delhi Vetsop Namgyel. The two sides discussed on strengthening Nepal-Bhutan relations.During the meeting, they held discussions on a wide range of bilateral issues and exchanged views on matters of mutual interest and reaffirmed their shared commitment to enhancing cooperation in multilateral forums and working together to advance common interests on regional and global issues.

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Nepse surges by 41. 70 points on Monday

The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) surged by 41. 70 points to close at 2, 719. 24 points on Monday. Similarly, the sensitive index dropped by 4. 22 points to close at 472. 60 points.A total of 12,245,337-unit shares of 343 companies were traded for Rs 1. 57 billion.Meanwhile, Everest Colour Limited (ECL) was the top gainer today with its price surging by 14. 57 percent.Likewise, Aatmanirbhar Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (ANLB) was the top loser as their price f

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Legitimacy vs. legacy: Inside the structural battle for the soul of Nepali Congress

Nepal’s oldest democratic party, the Nepali Congress (NC), finds itself at an existential crossroad where systemic organizational fatigue intersects with a generational transfer of power. Rather than a conventional ideological dispute or a standard power struggle among elites, the current crisis represents a profound structural realignment.The ascension of Gagan Kumar Thapa to the party presidency via a special general convention—effectively sidelining veteran leader Sher Bahadur Deu

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Nepal, Russia celebrates 70th diplomatic ties

Nepal and the Russian Federation marked the 70th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations on Monday by exchanging congratulatory messages between their foreign ministers, reaffirming their commitment to strengthening bilateral ties.Minister for Foreign Affairs of Nepal, Shisir Khanal extended his congratulations and best wishes to the Government and the people of the Russian Federation in a message addressed to Sergey Lavrov, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation.

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Kolkata–Biratnagar cargo train begins officially

The first cargo train from Kolkata port, India to Biratnagar carrying raw materials on Friday arrived on Monday July 20 afternoon.Industrialists and businessmen of eastern Nepal are relieved on the implementation of the arrangement under the Nepal-India Transit Agreement that goods imported from other countries can now be brought directly to the Biratnagar Customs Office through Indian Railways.The service was inaugurated by Nepali Consul General in Kolkata, Jhakka Prasad Acharya, officials of K

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14 women reported missing in Shuklaphanta National Park found safe

A group of women, who were reportedly missing after entering the Shuklaphanta National Park (SNP) in Kanchanpur to collect mushrooms, have been found safe.Following the reports that 14 women from Bagphanta of Bheemdutta Municipality-19 had gone missing inside the park area since Sunday evening, the Nepal Army (NA) Shuklaphanta unit had launched a search operation. According to Prakash Ghimire, Battalion Chief of Ranasingh Battalion deployed for the park security, the women have report

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CJP protests for education minister’s resignation

The clash occurred between supporters of India’s youth led Cockroach movement and police personnel on Monday while they tried to march towards Parliament on demand for the education minister’s resignation. According to AP, The protesters were charged by batons and fired tear gas after they tried to breach security barricades surrounding the protest site in central New Delhi.The protesters included students, professionals, and families with young children carrying their own water

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Bird flu costs Jawalakhel Zoo Rs 30 million

The Central Zoo at Jawalakhel, Lalitpur suffered a loss of Rs 30 million as it had to be closed for 27 days after bird flu was confirmed at the country's main zoo. After bird flu was detected in birds at the zoo, the National Trust for Nature Conservation had closed the facility to the public from June 19. Now that the infection is under control and the zoo has reopened from July 17.Zoo's information officer Ganesh Koirala said that regular cleaning, treatment of infected anima

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Riaz Lodhi: Climate change and malnutrition remain major threats to Nepal’s prosperity

Imagine a Nepal where a sudden monsoon landslide or a dry winter dry-spell no longer means an empty plate at dinner. That is the future Riaz Lodhi, the United NationsWorld Food Programme (WFP) Representative and Country Director for Nepal, is working to build. We sat down with him to discuss how we can turn our fields, schools, and local markets into climate-resilient powerhouses. In this warm and insightful chat with Gopikrishna Dhungana and Shekhar Adhikari, Lodhi shares a hopeful, practical v

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Dusit Thani appoints Sharma as GM

Dusit Thani Himalayan Resort, Dhulikhel has appointed Ankit Sharma as a General Manager. He previously worked as a Hotel Manager, contributing with the property’s service standards, operational performance, and guest experience. Sharma is experienced in hospitality for over 18 years across Nepal and India with leadership positions with international brands like Hilton Hotels & Resorts, Marriott International and Starwood. His expertise spans hotel operations, commercial strategy,

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US strikes Iran for ninth day; Iran says two oil tankers in Strait of Hormuz exploded and immobilised

U.S. forces hit Iran for a ninth consecutive day on Monday as concerns grew over shipping through the Strait of Hormuz after Iran said two oil tankers had exploded and been immobilised, Reuters reported.,The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said on Monday they had targeted U.S. aircraft at Jordan's Aqaba airport with ballistic missiles, as well as U.S. military assets and equipment at Kuwait's Al-Adiri camp and Ali Al Salem Air Base, and in Syria.

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Landslides block major highways

Nine main highways across the country have been obstructed by landslides and flooding triggered by incessant rainfall. The Nepal Police reports that several road sections in the Koshi and Bagmati Provinces are either completely or partially impassable. For instance, the Mid-Hills Highway in Bhojpur Municipality-5, Bokhim, is currently open for one-way traffic due to flooding. The Mechi Highway is entirely blocked by landslides at Rajduwali of Ilam and at Khobare Khola of Yangwarak

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DoTM calls for validating certificates issued by NMC-registered doctors for driving license

The Department of Transport Management under the Ministry of Physical Infrastructure and Transport has urged the line ministries of all seven provinces to make arrangements for validating medical certificates issued by licensed doctors registered with the Nepal Medical Council during the process of issuing driving licenses. According to a circular issued by the Department a few days ago, such arrangements are warranted to prevent unnecessary crowds of service seekers, reduce additional fina

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PV Sindhu creates history by winning Japan Open 2026 title

Indian badminton player PV Sindhu became the first Indian to claim the title by winning the Japan Open 2026 and has achieved a milestone for Indian badminton. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated and praised her for the determination and exceptional skill in the tournament.In a post on X, PM Modi described the victory as ‘a historic feat for Indian badminton,’ stating that Sindhu’s resilience and outstanding performance were evident in every match. He highlighted t

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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio visits Philippines for ASEAN meetings

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has been travelling to Manila, Philippines from July 19-23 to be part of a series of high-level regional meetings that aims to strengthen cooperation in the Indo-Pacific.According to the State Department, Rubio will be attending the ASEAN Post-Ministerial Conference, the East Asia Summit Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, and the ASEAN Regional Forum Foreign Ministers’ Meeting. During his visit, he is scheduled to hold bilateral meetings with senior governm

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Chinese president appoints new ambassadors

Chinese President Xi Jinping has appointed the following ambassadors in accordance with a decision of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress, China's top legislature, an official statement noted on Monday.Xiang Bo was appointed ambassador to Iraq, replacing Cui Wei.Yang Yundong was appointed ambassador to Cyprus, replacing Liu Yantao.Zhang Xiangyan was appointed ambassador to Panama, replacing Xu Xueyuan.

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Pakistan’s History of Convenience with the Indus Valley Civilisation

Somewhere in the record of the India-Pakistan negotiations of the early 1970s sits a small scene that S.D. Muni recalls in his autobiography, and it deserves to be better known.Zulfikar Ali Bhutto, the Larkana landlord whose family estates lay a short drive from the mounds of Mohenjo-daro, was showing P.N. Haksar relics of the Indus Valley Civilisation, presenting them with evident pride as the antiquities of his land.Haksar, Indira Gandhi's principal secretary and the sharpest mind on the I

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Mbappe first to win Golden Boot twice as Rodri named best player

Kylian Mbappe has become the first player to win the World Cup Golden Boot twice after earning the award for top scorer at the 2026 tournament, BBC reported. The France forward netted 10 goals in eight games to edge out Lionel Messi in a high-quality race.Having struck eight times to finish top scorer at Qatar 2022, Mbappe has won the Golden Boot in back-to-back World Cups.The 27-year-old was the first man to reach double figures for World Cup goals since Gerd Muller for West

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Devotees throng Pashupatinath to observe first Monday of Shrawan

Devotees thronged the Pashupatinath Temple from early this morning to observe the first Monday of the Nepali month of Shrawan, considered an auspicious day for worshipping Lord Shiva. Besides Pashupatinath, other temples dedicated to Lord Shiva also saw a large congregation of devotees who arrived to offer prayers, perform rituals, and seek blessings on this occasion. Pashupati Area Development Trust (PADT) member secretary Tirtha Shrestha said that four entrances to the Pashupatinath

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CNP provides Rs 12.9 million for wildlife related losses

The Chitwan National Park (CNP) provided Rs 12.9 million in relief assistance to nearby settlements for the damages caused by wild animals.The losses also include human casualties. According to CNP information officer Abinash Thapa Magar, the CNP last fiscal year allocated Rs 134,176 for the treatment of minor human injuries and Rs 2,942,481 for the treatment of serious injuries.Similarly, Rs 5 million was provided to the victims' families who died in wildlife attacks. Likewise, Rs

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Landslides at Phisling disrupt Prithvi Highway

A section of the Prithvi Highway has remained obstructed by landslides at Panidhara and Chumkhola of Phisling in Ichchakamana Rural Municipality-2. The landslides occurred at 2:20 am today, bringing vehicular movement along the Highway to a complete halt.According to Chief and Superintendent of Police of the District Police Office, Chitwan, Rameshwor Poudel, works are at progress to clear the landslide depositions and resume traffic by 9:00 am. Earlier, vehicular movement along the Nar

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Natural disasters kill 166 people in four months

A total of 166 people have lost their lives to natural disasters in various parts of the country over the past four months since mid-April. According to the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority, 3,435 disaster incidents were recorded during the period, leaving 166 dead and 988 others injured. The Authority said that 6,531 households have been affected by the disasters. Among those incidents, the cases of fire topped the list with 914 cases, followed by 535 of

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US soldier killed and one injured after Iranian attack in Iraq

The US military says a service member was killed after an Iranian attack in northern Iraq on Saturday, a day after an attack on a base in Jordan killed two US soldiers and left another missing, BBC reported. US Central Command (Centcom) said the individual was killed during "a controlled detonation of unexploded ordnance" from a downed Iranian attack drone, which also wounded a second service member.

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World Cup 2026: Spain crowned champions after extra-time thriller against Argentina

Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in extra time on Sunday evening to claim their second World Cup title, with Ferran Torres' clinical finish in the 105th minute proving decisive in this championship battle. Both sides created opportunities but found Emiliano Martinez and Unai Simon equal to their efforts, with the Argentina goalkeeper producing a series of brilliant saves to keep the match alive, AFP reported. The deadlock was finally broken in extra time when Nico W

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1,250 metric tons of fertilizer to arrive on Monday

The Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Environment has stated that 1,250 metric tons of DAP chemical fertilizer will arrive in Nepal on Monday.A total of 30,000 metric tons of DAP fertilizer purchased through a global tender arrived at the Kolkata port of India on July 10. Of this, 1,250 metric tons were transported towards Nepal on July 17. The packaging (bagging) work of the remaining fertilizer is currently underway at the Kolkata port. The fertilizer will gradually enter Ne

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Nepal political briefing (July 19)

Welcome to The ApEx Daily, your daily briefing on Nepal's politics, governance, and public affairs. Designed for an international audience, this newsletter explains the developments shaping one of South Asia's youngest federal democracies.RSP’s closed-door Kavre meeting A high-level meeting between Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) Chairman Rabi Lamichhane and Finance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagle has fueled speculation about growing tensions within Nepal's governing establishment. T

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Flood threat not as high as projected: DoHM

The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has stated that there is no flood threat as predicted earlier. However, the risk of flash floods remains in streams in various districts of the country today and tomorrow, according to a special weather bulletin issued by the Department.The special weather bulletin on Saturday had predicted that one or two places in the hills and Tarai of Koshi, Gandaki, Lumbini and Sudurpaschim Provinces may receive very heavy rainfall, which may increase the risk of

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House panel directs govt to ensure rights of children at correction homes

The Law, Justice and Human Rights Committee under the House of Representatives has directed the government to come up with action plans to guarantee the protection and implementation of the rights of children staying at correction homes. The directive was issued following the discussions with the concerned ministries on a report submitted by the Committee's inspection and observation sub-committee on the human rights of children. The respective ministries have been asked for presen

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Spain and Argentina brace for World Cup final

The South Americans are striving to become the first team since Brazil in 1962 to win back-to-back World Cups, while Spain are eyeing a second title after their maiden victory in 2010, AFP reported. Sunday's showpiece is likely to be the final World Cup appearance for Messi, widely considered the greatest player of all time.Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni urged fans to make the most of seeing the diminutive genius lead out his team at the MetLife Stadium at the age of 39.

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A promise of safety washed away

When the government began demolishing informal settlements along the Bagmati River in April, officials described the move as a necessary step to protect vulnerable communities from the approaching monsoon. Hundreds of families watched bulldozers tear down homes they had built over decades. Carrying their belongings in sacks and bundles, they were relocated to temporary holding centers with assurances that the move would keep them safe from seasonal flooding while the government worked on permane

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