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Trilateral clash in NRNA America, Kharel, Sah for president, and Anup Khanal takes over as Adhikari general secretary

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The voting process for selecting the new leadership of the Non-Resident Nepali Association (NRNA) USA began on Sunday. About 13,000 members of the association will vote for their preferred candidates through ballots sent via email and mobile. This time, there will be a three-way competition between Bhanu Kharel, Satendra Sah, and Ramhari Adhikari for the post of president. All three candidates were intensifying the final phase of activities to woo voters before the election. Due to the divisions, disputes, and internal dissatisfaction seen in the last term, this time the members have appeared more cautious in selecting the leadership. In states with a large number of voters, like California, New York, and Texas, members have expressed expectations for the new leadership. Along with the president, there is also competition for other positions, including vice president, general secretary, secretary, and others. All three candidates have entered the field with a pail. Anup Khanal from the...
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Monsoon rains kill 111 in Pakistan, more heavy rains expected

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Monsoon rains that began in late June in Pakistan have so far killed 111 people, including 53 children, according to figures released by the government's National Disaster Management Authority on Monday. The highest number of deaths have been in the densely populated Punjab province. Pakistan’s National Meteorological Department has issued a warning of more heavy rains in the northern and eastern parts of the country, raising the risk of urban flooding, landslides and structural damage from windstorms. The monsoon accounts for 70 to 80 percent of the annual rainfall in South Asia. It begins in early June in India and in late June in Pakistan and lasts until September. While the monsoon is crucial for farmers’ livelihoods and food security, it can also cause flooding, landslides and building collapses. The pattern of the monsoon is changing as the world warms, but scientists are still unsure of the extent of its impact. Pakistan is one of the countries hardest hit by climate change....
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Embassy of Pakistan in Kathmandu observed Youm-e-Tashakur

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Kathmandu The Embassy of Pakistan in Kathmandu observed Youm-e-Tashakur today, 24 May. Ambassador of Pakistan H.E. Abrar H Hashmi raised national flag in a dignified ceremony. Embassy officials, members of the Pakistani community, their families, and friends gathered to reflect on the resolute, befitting response of Pakistan’s Armed Forces. Special prayers were offered for the Shuhada of the Maraka-e-Haq (both military personnel and civilians) along with prayers for the swift recovery of the wounded, and for the continued peace, progress, and prosperity of Pakistan. In his remarks, Ambassador of Pakistan H.E. Abrar H Hashmi said, “Today we bow in gratitude to Almighty Allah, paid tribute to the resilient people and armed forces of Pakistan for their unwavering faith, unity, and determination displayed yet again in the face of recent Indian aggression.” Embassy officials, members of the Pakistani community, their families, and friends have gathered to reflect on the resolute, befitting ...
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