Minister Gurung for taking maximum benefit from AI
Minister for Communications and Information Technology Prithvi Subba Gurung has emphasized the need to take maximum benefit from artificial intelligence (AI).
Inaugurating a seminar on ‘Indigenous Nationalities and Artificial Intelligence: Protecting Rights and Building the Future’ organized by the Indigenous Nationalities Commission here today on the occasion of the 31st International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples, he said those who have developed today through the use of AI have already benefited. But all countries in the world, rich or poor, can benefit the most from AI.
Stating that AI is currently being used in every process of development, Minister Gurung, who is also the government spokesperson, said that the government is working to increase its use in agriculture, health, education, good governance, tourism, industry and disaster management sectors.
Calling for unity among the indigenous nationalities to ensure implementation of the constitutional, legal and policy-level rights, Minister Gurung said, “AI is an opportunity for us, but if we do not know how to use it properly, the challenges will increase.”
On August 9, 1982, the United Nations announced the celebration of the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples is being observed August 9 of every year has been celebrated as the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples.
On the occasion, Commission Chair Ram Bahadur Thapa Magar stated that it is both the duty and responsibility of the state to protect and promote indigenous and nationalities communities, who are rich with unique knowledge and skills. (RSS)
Nepal secures 4.5bn profit in power trade: PM Oli
Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has said that Nepal earned a profit of Rs 4.5bn from power trade. He shared this information with the public through a social networking site post on Saturday.
"We have successfully exported electricity worth Rs 4.5bn, more than our imports this year. We are gradually reducing the volume of electricity imports,” he wrote.
The Prime Minister also stated that although power outages had been ended for the public in the past, it had continued for industrial purposes. However, power supply to industries has now been extended as well. (RSS)
President Paudel receives 'Rakshabandhan'
President Ramchandra Paudel received the Rakshabandan (a sacred thread tied around the wrist) and the Nawayagyopavit (Janai) in accordance with the Vedic rituals on the occasion of Rakshabandhan and Janai Purnima festival on Saturday.
President Paudel along with First Lady Sabita Paudel, received the Rakshabandhan from priest Arjun Neupane at the auspicious hour, according to the Office of President-Shita Niwas.
The ceremony was held at the Shital Niwas where the President's close relatives were also adorned with the Rakshabandhan.
The festival of Janai Purnima, also known as 'Rishi Tarpani', is being celebrated across the country today along with Rakshabandhan.
Earlier today, President Paudel extended best wishes to all Nepalis at home and abroad and wished them happiness, peace, good health and progress on the same occasion.
In his message, Paudel expressed his confidence that the festivals celebrated by putting on Janai and Rakshabandhan would further deepen mutual relations and goodwill among Nepalis.
Emphasizing the importance of such festivals in a culturally diverse country like Nepal, the Head of the State believed that celebration of such festivals would contribute to foster friendship and goodwill among all communities. (RSS)
PM Oli extends Janai Purnima and Rakshabandhan greetings
Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has extended best wishes on the occasion of Janai Purnima, Rishi Tarpani and Rakshya Bandhan.
Taking to the social networking site today, PM Oli shared the greetings to all on the Janai Purnima (the festival of sacred thread).
"Today is Shrawan Shukla Purnima (full moon day). This day we celebrate three cultural festivals – Janai Purnima, Rishi Purnima and Rakshyabandhan. Our ancestors have been observing the day also as a festival of consuming different species of beans to shield from cold after completing crop cultivation", the PM wrote.
He noted that Janai Purnima is considered a symbol of truth, purity, and self-discipline, while Rakshabandhan is celebrated as a festival that strengthens the bond with loved ones.
"In honor of the enlightenment given to human civilization by the ancient scholars through their knowledge, Rishi Tarpani is celebrated", Prime Minister Oli added. (RSS)
