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Finance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagle stated that the upcoming fiscal year's budget will prioritize excluded regions like Sudurpaschim and Karnali, aiming to expand the middle class by uplifting weaker segments of society. He emphasized the implementation of a 'mission mode' approach for development projects, guided by a clear roadmap. The Federal Parliament Secretariat will submit suggestions from lawmakers to the Prime Minister and Ministry of Finance.
Rabi Lamichhane Appears in Court for Swarnalaxmi Cooperative Case Hearing
Rastriya Swatantra Party Chairperson Rabi Lamichhane appeared at the Kathmandu District Court to receive the next hearing date for the Swarnalaxmi Cooperative savings embezzlement case. The court has scheduled the next hearing for Asar 11, following Lamichhane's previous release on a Rs 6 million bail.
Parliament Convenes: Economic Survey and Multiple Bills on Agenda
Both the House of Representatives and the National Assembly convened today with multiple legislative items on their agendas. Key among these were the presentation of the Economic Survey for fiscal year 2082/83 BS by Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle and the consideration of the Film Bill, 2082 BS, proposed by Communications and Information Technology Minister Bikram Timilsina. The House of Representatives also addressed the Intangible Cultural Property (Protection) Bill, 2081 BS.
Koshi Assembly Opposition Protests Policy Passage, Disrupts Proceedings
Opposition lawmakers in the Koshi Province Assembly protested the passage of the annual policy and program, alleging procedural irregularities and insufficient time for amendments. The situation escalated when former Chief Minister Rajendra Rai attempted to grab the rostrum microphone, leading to intervention by security personnel and an adjournment of the session by Speaker Ambar Bahadur Bista.
Parliament Convenes: Finance Minister Presents Economic Survey, Bills Tabled
The House of Representatives convened today, with Finance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagle presenting the Economic Survey for the fiscal year 2082/83. The meeting also saw the tabling of the Intangible Cultural Heritage (Protection) Bill and a proposal for deliberation on the Film Bill, both originating in the National Assembly.
