Kathmandu: The Nepal government has directed public institutions to give preference to locally produced goods and services while making official purchases, officials said on Thursday. The move has been taken under the direction of Prime Minister Balendra Shah to promote the use of domestic products across government establishments. The directive requires government offices to implement Read More…
Nepal Prime Minister Balendra Shah sparked controversy on Sunday after stating in Parliament that he had learned about Nepal “encroaching” on territories in India while responding to questions on a long-standing border dispute between the two countries. Making his first appearance in the ongoing parliamentary session that began on May 11, Shah said Nepal and Read More…
Narendra Modi on Friday congratulated Balendra Shah on assuming office as Nepal’s new prime minister. In a message posted on X, Modi said he looks forward to working closely with Shah to strengthen India-Nepal relations. He noted that Shah’s appointment reflects the trust placed in him by the people of Nepal. Balendra Shah, popularly known Read More…