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The meeting of both houses of the Federal Parliament is being held today. 

The meeting of the House of Representatives is scheduled for 11am while the National Assembly is scheduled to meet at 1:15 pm, according to the Federal Parliament Secretariat.

The agenda for the HoR meeting includes Chair of the House of Representatives Rules of Procedure Drafting Committee Ganesh Parajuli presenting a proposal seeking consideration on the Report of the Drafting Committee. 

In addition, discussions will begin on the principles and priorities of the Appropriation bills for the fiscal year 2083/84 (except for the tax proposal), General Secretary of the Federal Parliament, Padam Prasad Pandey said.

Likewise, the National Assembly will also begin deliberations on the principles and priorities of the Appropriation bills leading to the budget estimates for the fiscal year 2083/84.

Prime Minister Balendra Shah  congratulated and expressed deep respect to legendary climbers Kami Rita Sherpa and Lhakpa Sherpa for their historic achievements on the world's highest mountain- Sagarmatha (popularly known as Mt Everest).

In a congratulatory message posted on his social media -'X' account today, PM Shah expressed his confidence that the climbers’ extraordinary success would further strengthen Nepal’s mountain tourism sector besides making it more reliable, prestigious and attractive on the global stage.

The PM believed that such a notable feat would also contribute towards enhancing the country’s international identity. 

It may be noted that Kami Rita Sherpa successfully summited Sagarmatha for the  32nd time at 10:12am today, once again breaking his own world record for the highest number of ascents of the tallest mountain of the world.

Likewise, Lhakpa Sherpa, popularly known as the 'Mountain Queen' scaled Sagarmatha for the 11th time at 9:30 am today, setting a new record for the most Everest ascents by a female climber.

Celebrating the historic success of the legendary climbers, the Head of the Government wrote, "Sagarmatha, the highest mountain in the world, is not merely a geographical landmark; it stands as the highest emblem of Nepal's dignity, courage, endurance and the Himalayan civilization."

"Today Nepali climbers have once again scripted history on this glorious mountain," he applauded.

Furthermore, the PM also acknowledged that such historic success can only be achieved through unwavering courage, strict self-discipline and sincere dedication to one’s work.

Extending heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to the record-setting climbers, he said that he was honoured to share this proud moment with all Nepalis. 

The PM, in his tweet, commended the 'extraordinary' and 'unparalleled' contribution of the Sherpa community to Nepal’s mountaineering history. 

Hailing Sherpas as the 'unsung heroes of the Himalayas' who, he added, would worship the mountains like gods, accept risks as responsibilities and safely guide climbers from around the world to the summit of the mountains.

"Without their courage, knowledge and hard work, the glory of the Himalayas would remain incomplete,” he remarked. "I, on behalf of all Nepalis, extend heartfelt congratulations and the highest regard to Kami Rita Sherpa, Lhakpa Sherpa, the entire Sherpa community and those dedicated to the field of mountaineering."

The CPN-UML today observed the 33th Madan- Ashrit Memorial Day by organizing a program at the party's central office in Madanagar, Balkhu. 

Jestha 3 in the Nepali calendar marks the death anniversary of communist leaders Madan Bhandari and Jibraj Ashrit who were killed after a jeep they were travelling in plunged into the Trirshuli River in Dasdhunga of Chitwan on May 16, 1993 (Jestha 3, 2050 BS). 

Bhandari was the then general secretary of UML and Ashrit was the chief of the organizational department. 

Former President and spouse of the late Bhandari, Bidya Devi Bhandari, vice chairs Ram Bahadur Thapa, Bishnu Prasad Paudel, Gokarna Raj Bista, general secretary Shankar Pokhrel, leaders Kesab Badal, Yubaraj Gyawali, Amrit Kumar Bohora and Astalaxmi Shakya were among those who visited the party headquarters to pay tributes to the late leaders. 

In his condolence message, party chair KP Sharma Oli called on the party rank and file to move ahead by recognizing the ideologies, contributions and struggles of the late leaders. 

Meanwhile, party vice chair Bishnu Prasad Paudel urged people in the party line to present themselves before the citizens with a spirit of self-criticism, acknowledging past shortcomings. 

During his address at a program commemorating the 33rd Madan-Ashrit Memorial Day, he stressed that the UML should be determined to regain the public trust and its decisive presence in national politics. 

He wanted the party leaders and cadres to properly assimilate the spirit of people's multi-party democracy. 

"The communist movement has reached the most challenging juncture in history and in a defensive phase. It is already late for us to make an objective analysis of whether we have been rightly guided by the people's multiparty democracy spirit," he underscored.

Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal said that the local government needs to focus on a long-term plan rather than the temporary politics.

At a program organized by Tokha Municipality to garner suggestions for upcoming policies, programs and budget today, Minister Khanal reiterated that it was not wise to stress immediate political benefit in the plans but the sustainable development approaches. 

"The local governments have the opportunity to work for the coming generation- for 20/25 years. So, shun shortsighted attitude," he asked.