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The National Child Friendly Local Governance Forum (NCFLGF), in collaboration with Jagriti Child and Youth Concern Nepal (JCYCN), successfully concluded a four-day training of trainers on Child Friendly Local Governance (CFLG) and Nutrition Friendly Local Governance (NFLG). The training, held from July 8-11, aimed to enhance the competencies of CFLG campaigners from various parts of the country, providing them with the latest knowledge and skills in child-friendly and nutrition-friendly governance.

Inaugurating the training, Joint Secretary of the Ministry of Federal Affairs and General Administration (MOFAGA) said, “Our goal is to capacitate our partners and campaigners to drive real change in their communities.” He further said, “This training is a crucial step towards ensuring that child-friendly and nutrition-friendly governance becomes a reality at the local level.” 

In his welcome speech, Tilottam Paudel, Strategic Advisor to the National CFLG Forum, emphasized the need to advance these campaigns and the importance of training like this in empowering campaigners. “Identifying and engaging with key stakeholders is crucial for the successful implementation of CFLG and NFLG initiatives,” he noted. 

Uma Magar from World Vision International Nepal highlighted World Vision’s commitment to child welfare and their alignment with the CFLG initiative. She also showcased some successful projects and interventions supporting child development and protection. 

Shiva Ranjan Poudyal from the National Planning Commission presented the context on MSNP and its linkages with SDG goals. 

Lila Bikram Thapa, Head of the Nutrition Department at the Ministry of Health, delivered the presentation on fundamental nutrition, emphasizing the role of nutrition specialists and the integration of nutrition-focused practices into health institutions. Resham Kandel, Under Secretary of MoFAGA, presented on the steps and institutional structure of CFLG and NFLG. He highlighted the interconnectedness of these governance models and the importance of a coordinated approach. “Understanding the link between CFLG and NFLG is essential for maximizing our efforts and achieving sustainable outcomes,” Kandel mentioned. 

Sujan Adhikari from Bhaktapur shared, “The training was crucial for empowering local levels, providing essential knowledge and skills for effective governance.” 

Pooja Pokhrel added, “We’ve been actively involved in nutrition and CFLG, but merging these two is a new challenge. This training has given me deeper insights and tools to address this effectively.” 

Namaraj Thapa from Dailekh emphasized, “We need to integrate these campaigns to ensure nutrition and impact reach every child, especially those in the Karnali region.” Participants were actively involved in group discussions, exploring the indicators of CFLG and NFLG, identifying necessary activities, and outlining collaboration strategies with various stakeholders. 

During the training, Ashok Khanal, Coordinator of NCFLG Forum, facilitated sessions on Bal Bhela (child gatherings) using various interactive instruments designed to engage children. These tools included games, storytelling, and participatory activities aimed at making children feel involved and heard in governance processes.

Rasila Dhamala, Program Coordinator of the NCFLG Forum, noted that the NCFLG Forum was established in 2017 by former members of Child Clubs to promote Child Friendly Local Governance. 

A total of 30 participants representing various working areas of WVIN, CFLG campaigners, and NCFLGF members attended the training conducted with the assistance of World Vision International Nepal (WVIN).

Newly appointed Prime Minister KP Oli has said that he is ready to cooperate with neighboring country India.

Thanking his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi, Prime Minister Oli said that he is committed to work together.

PM Oli took to social media and said: “I would like to thank you for the best wishes. I am ready to cooperate with you for mutual benefit and to strengthen Nepal-India relations. We can take the historic relationship to a new height.”

Earlier, Indian Prime Minister Modi had congratulated Oli on his appointment as the Prime Minister of Nepal.

The Indian Prime Minister had said that he was ready to work closely to further strengthen the friendship between the two countries.

He emphasized that the two countries should work together for the progress and prosperity of the people.

Newly appointed Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli assumed office today.

After taking the oath of office and secrecy, he visited Lainchaur to pay homage to the martyrs and headed to the CPN-UML’s party headquarters in Chyasal of Lalitpur.

The CPN-UML Chair Oli became the 45th Prime Minister with the support of Nepali Congress, the largest party in the Parliament. 

In Chyasal, he laid a wreath at the portraits of founding leader of Nepal Communist Party, Pushpa Lal Shrestha, party's former Chair Man Mohan Adhikari and party's then General Secretary Madan Bhandari.

Then he reached Singha Durbar to assume office at the Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers.

Officiating Chief Secretary Leeladevi Gadtaula, secretaries and the government senior officials welcomed the new Prime Minister. 

According to his Secretariat, the decisions made on the very first day of taking charge of his office by the new Prime Minister would be unveiled soon.

President Paudel had on July 14 appointed CPN-UML Chair Oli as the Prime Minister in accordance with Article 76 (2) of the Constitution of Nepal.

The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) plunged by 17. 18 points to close at 2,240.41 points on Monday.

Similarly, the sensitive index dropped by 4. 07 points to close at 397. 18 points.

A total of 25,079,079-unit shares of 322 companies were traded for Rs 8. 73 billion.

Meanwhile, Civil Bank Debenture 2088 (CBLD88) was the top gainer today with its price surging by 10. 00 percent. Likewise, Janaki Finance Company Limited (JFL) was the top loser as its price fell by 10. 00 percent.

At the end of the day, the total market capitalization stood at Rs 3. 55 trillion.

Nabil Bank celebrated its 40th anniversary and extended its commitment to a sustainable future on Friday amid an event in Kathmandu. Coinciding with the anniversary, the bank plans to provide customers more opportunities and facilities. “In this regard, we have begun implementing a sustainable banking system to reduce emissions, invest in renewable energies and to promote socio-economic development,” said Gyanendra Dhungana, CEO of the Bank.

He expressed gratitude to the clients, employees, investors and others working to sustain long-lasting relationships. “The bank has focused on specific development to provide service through technology.”

Chairperson of Nabil Bank, Upendra Prashad Paudyal; Managing Director of Nepal Electricity Authority, Kul Man Ghising; Country Representative of WWF Nepal, Ghana Shyam Gurung; Director-General of ICIMOD, Pema Gyamtsho; and National Director of Habitat for Humanity International Nepal, Eliza Sthapit, were among the attendees.

According to Hanaa Singer-Hamdy, coordinator of the UN Resident in Nepal, “Banks can empower individuals and small businesses, promote ecotourism, and support digital transformation by promoting the use of digital finance and inter probability where the digital transformation is needed to access all the digital services by investing in digital infrastructure.” Since its inception, the bank has always provided technology-based services, claims the Bank. “More than 60 services are currently available via mobile.” The event also featured a panel discussion.

Beginning the Q&A session with the panelists, journalist Bhusan Pathak expressed gratitude to Nabil Bank for the opportunity and offered kind wishes to each and every participant and stakeholder. The purpose of the session was to learn more about their motivation for collaborating and about more about new planning. Nabil Bank’s Chairperson Paudyal said they aim to provide training for new entrepreneurs, adding: Our sustainable banking initiative is meant to provide long-term service and not short-term profit.  Since 2018, we have additionally established an environmental risk management system, and much progress has been accomplished.”

“The banking sector has a tremendous opportunity as it converts to sustainability. The bank needs to beware and invest in hydropower and linear infrastructure development, which is linked worldwide,” said Gurung, recognized as the WWF Network’s Snow Leopard Champion. Sthapit shared her thoughts on relationship building, interrelation and partnership with Nabil. 

Gyamtsho addressed water management and air pollution, saying, “Investing in and conserving hydroelectricity for people in need can help ensure sustainability. To combat air pollution, one must be able to invest in electric vehicles in Kathmandu’s most polluted areas. He added, “This brings out a huge opportunity for a bank to look forward to sustainability.”

According to Ghising, sustainability is crucial for social and economic as well as environmental reasons. “EVs are now operating in rural areas of Nepal also, and this transformation has been made possible by a reliable supply of hydropower,” he continued. “Demand and investment in induction EV charging stations are also crucial. Our electricity export now surpasses imports,” he said, calling for stronger commitments on the part of the government on the development front. 

Nabil Bank has been providing services through 22 extension counters and 316 ATM machines with a network of 268 branches across the country, serving more than 2.2m customers through direct banking services.

President Ram Chandra Paudel today administered the oath of office and secrecy to all 19 newly-appointed ministers in the KP Sharma Oli-led government.

Prithvi Subba Gurung has been appointed as the Minister for Communications and Information Technology, Ramesh Lekhak as  Minister for Home Affairs, Sharad Singh Bhandari as Minister for Labour, Employment and Social Security,  Arzu Rana as Minister for Foreign Affairs, Pradip Yadav as Minister for Water Supply and Sanitation, Balaram Adhikari as Minister for Land Management, Cooperatives, and Poverty Alleviation, Damodar Bhandari as Minister for Industry, Commerce and Supplies, and Nawal Kishor Shah Sudi as Minister for Women, Children, and Senior Citizens.

Likewise, Devendra Dahal has been appointed as the Minister for Physical Infrastructure and Transport, Tejulal Chaudhary as the Minister for Youth and Sports, Pradip Paudel as the Minister for Health and Population, Ajay Kumar Chaurasiya as the Minister for Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs, Badri Prasad Pandey as the Minister for Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation, Ramnath Adhikari as the Minister for Agriculture and Livestock Development, Bidhya Bhattarai as the Minister for Education, Science and Technology, Manbir Rai as the Minister for Defense, Deepak Khadka as the Minister for Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation, Raj Kumar Gupta as the Minister for Federal Affairs and General Administration and Ain Bahadur Shahi as the Minister for Forests and Environment.

Prior to this, Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli took the oath of office and secrecy.

It was followed by the oath-taking ceremony of Deputy Prime Ministers Prakashman Singh and Bishnu Prasad Paudel.

Vice President Ram Sahaya Prasad Yadav, Prime Minister Oli, Chief Judge Bishowambhar Prasad Shrestha, Speaker Devraj Ghimire, National Assembly (NA) Chairperson Narayana Prasad Dahal, outgoing Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda', former Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba, Jhalanath Khanal and Dr Baburam Bhattarai, various political leaders, lawmakers, government's senior officials, chiefs of security agencies, chiefs and representatives of Nepal-based diplomatic missions and distinguished personalities from different walks in the society were present on the occasion.

President Ram Chandra Paudel administered the oath of office and secrecy to newly-appointed Deputy Prime Ministers Prakash Man Singh and Bishnu Prasad Paudel today.

They took the oath amidst a special ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhawan, Sheetal Niwas this morning.

Singh took the oath as the DPM and Minister for Urban Development while Paudel as the DPM and Minister for Finance.

Vice President Ramsahay Prasad Yadav, Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli, Chief Justice Bishwambhar Prasad Shrestha, Speaker Devraj Ghimire, National Assembly chair Narayan Prasad Dahal, outgoing Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda', former Prime Ministers Sher Bahadur Deuba, Jhalnath Khanal and Dr Baburam Bhattarai, leaders of various political parties, lawmakers, high-ranking officials of the Government of Nepal, chiefs of security agencies, heads and representatives of foreign diplomatic missions in Nepal and distinguished persons contributing in various fields of social life were present in the ceremony.

Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli expanded his Cabinet on Monday.

PM Oli appointed Prakash Man Singh as the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Urban Development and Bishnu Paudel as the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs.

Similarly, Ramesh Lekhak has been appointed as the Minister for Home Affairs, Arzu Deuba as the Minister for Foreign Affairs, Ajay Chaurasiy as the Minister for Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs and Badi Prasad Pandey as the Minister for Tourism and Culture.

Likewise, Bidhya Bhattarai has been appointed as the Minister for Education, Man Bir Rai as the Minister for Defense, Ram Nath Adhikari as the Minister for Agriculture, Damodar Bhandari as the Minister for industry, Sharad Singh Bhandari as the Minister for Labor, Prithvi Subba Gurung as the Minister for Communication and Information Technology, Pradeep Yadav as Minister for Drinking Water and Nawal Kishor Sah as the Minister for Women.

Furthermore, Devendra Dahal has been appointed as the Minister for Physical Infrastructure, Deepak Khadka as the Minister for Energy, Balram Adhikari as the Minister for Land Reforms, Ain Bahadur Shahi as the Minister for Forest, and Teju Lal Chaudhary as the Minister for Sports.

Newly appointed ministers have already taken the oath of office and secrecy.