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IMF Team Wraps Up Visit to Pakistan With Optimistic Notes on 2025-26 Budget

On May 25, an IMF delegation completed their visit to Pakistan following talks with officials about the forthcoming budget, comprehensive economic policies, and reforms as part of the current $7 billion lending arrangement, according to the organization’s statement on Saturday. The meeting ended several hours following an announcement by the Pakistani government stating they would…

Weather Outlook for May 25, 2025: Today’s Forecast
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Weather Outlook for May 25, 2025: Today’s Forecast

Kathmandu, May 25 – According to the Meteorological Forecasting Division, the current weather conditions throughout the nation are being influenced by westerly currents and localized wind patterns. Additionally, there is some impact from moist air originating from both the Bay of Bengal and the Arabian Sea. Koshi, Madhesh, Bagmati, and Sudurpaschim provinces along with other…

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Rights Commission Set to Release Tinkune Riots Investigation Report Next Week

Kathmandu, May 25 — The National Human Rights Commission has concluded its investigation into the violent anti-protests supporting monarchy that occurred on March 28, resulting in two fatalities and numerous injuries. Following objections from pro-monarchy factions and their supporters regarding the commission’s neutrality, the constitutional entity aimed to establish a senior committee headed by retired…

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RSP Leadership Crisis Reignites as Court Extends Judicial Custody of Lamichhane

Kathmandu, May 25 — The question of who will lead the Rastriya Swatantra Party in the future has come up again. Following the Supreme Court’s directive on Friday to support the ruling from the Tulsipur High Court, Rabi Lamichhane—the leader of RSP—has been ordered into custody as part of an investigation involving cooperative scams and…

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India Slips on Trade Data Sharing Deal With Nepal

Kathmandu, May 25 – At the 21st Nepal-India Customs Administration Directors-General level meeting held in Kathmandu on April 11, India committed to implementing the ‘pre-information system’ for exports and imports within one month. However, as of now, there has been no noticeable advancement regarding this commitment. As stated by Mahesh Bhattarai, who serves as the…

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Diplomacy Simplified: The Essential English Guide

Pakistan, May 25 — Sometimes it’s necessary to whisper gently. Other times require making a firm impression. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is currently opting for the more assertive approach as he reaches out to leaders in Ankara, Tehran, Baku, and Dushanbe. This couldn’t be timelier. Due to Pakistan’s genuine narrative, marred by provocations, refined through…

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From Crisis to Comeback: How a WhatsApp Group Revived Karun Nair’s Career

Six hundred practice balls each day, a spell with a county side, and his successful tenure with Vidarbha have fueled Karun Nair’s return to the Indian Test squad after a seven-year absence. (Express Photo/PTI) “I’m not sure what action to take, sir. Shall we discuss this further and come up with a plan?” Coach Vijayakumar…

India’s Struggle Ahead: Ex-Selector Coldly Critiques as Gambhir and Gill Lead the Transition
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India’s Struggle Ahead: Ex-Selector Coldly Critiques as Gambhir and Gill Lead the Transition

Kiran More, who previously served as the chairperson of selectors, has delivered a stern caution to head coach Gautam Gambhir before the forthcoming five-Test match series between India and England scheduled to start on June 20. According to More, it could take up to two years for the present Indian team to develop into a…

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Iffat Omar Hits Back: Responds to Fahad Mustafa’s Remarks on Family Vloggers

On May 25, in Pakistan, outspoken actor and TV host Iffat Omar, who is renowned for her frank opinions on political and societal matters, was featured on a program where she discussed the escalating friction between conventional actors and those producing online content. The dispute started after actor Fahad Mustafa criticized family vloggers, saying he…

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Age-Defying Struggle: India Pacer Mohammed Shami Rejects Team Management’s Request as Form Wanes

This absence might not be entirely unexpected, yet it seems to suggest the end of an era. Mohammed Shami One of India’s top red-ball bowlers has been excluded from the 18-member Test squad for the upcoming tour to England, casting significant doubt on his prospects in the longest form of the game. While the BCCI…