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#13466292

18 Mar 2026

Rabi Lamichhane (left), President of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP), attends the closing ceremony of the orientation program of his party in Lalitpur, Nepal, on March 18, 2026. The Rastriya Swatantra Party conducts a two-day special training program for its newly elected lawmakers following its emergence as the largest party in the House of Representatives from the March 5 elections. The party initiates groundwork to form a new government under Balen Shah's leadership. Discussions are ongoing regarding Cabinet formation, while the party prepares necessary processes, including selecting a parliamentary party leader and amending its statute to facilitate Shah's leadership. Party chairman Rabi Lamichhane, senior leader Shah, and vice chairs Swarnim Wagle and Dol Prasad Aryal hold multiple rounds of discussions on government formation, focusing on potential ministerial candidates and the government's immediate priorities once formed.

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#13466289

18 Mar 2026

Rabi Lamichhane, President of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP), addresses the closing ceremony of the orientation program for newly elected members of parliament in Lalitpur, Nepal, on March 18, 2026. The Rastriya Swatantra Party has conducted a two-day special training program for its newly elected lawmakers after becoming the largest party in the House of Representatives from the March 5 elections. The party is preparing to form a new government under Balen Shah's leadership. Discussions are ongoing regarding Cabinet formation, and the party is also preparing necessary processes, including selecting a parliamentary party leader and amending its statute to facilitate Shah's leadership. Party chairman Rabi Lamichhane, senior leader Shah, and vice chairs Swarnim Wagle and Dol Prasad Aryal have held multiple rounds of discussions on government formation, focusing on potential ministerial candidates and the government's immediate priorities once formed.

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#13466294

18 Mar 2026

Rabi Lamichhane, President of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP), addresses the closing ceremony of the orientation program for newly elected members of parliament in Lalitpur, Nepal, on March 18, 2026. The Rastriya Swatantra Party has conducted a two-day special training program for its newly elected lawmakers after becoming the largest party in the House of Representatives from the March 5 elections. The party is preparing to form a new government under Balen Shah's leadership. Discussions are ongoing regarding Cabinet formation, and the party is also preparing necessary processes, including selecting a parliamentary party leader and amending its statute to facilitate Shah's leadership. Party chairman Rabi Lamichhane, senior leader Shah, and vice chairs Swarnim Wagle and Dol Prasad Aryal have held multiple rounds of discussions on government formation, focusing on potential ministerial candidates and the government's immediate priorities once formed.

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#12582900

25 Jul 2025

EDMONTON, CANADA - JULY 23: Southern Alberta cowboy and trainer Joel Lybbert demonstrates his horsemanship and training skills on Day Six of the K-Days summer festival in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, on July 23, 2025.

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#12582901

25 Jul 2025

EDMONTON, CANADA - JULY 23: Southern Alberta cowboy and trainer Joel Lybbert demonstrates his horsemanship and training skills on Day Six of the K-Days summer festival in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, on July 23, 2025.

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#12582886

25 Jul 2025

EDMONTON, CANADA - JULY 23: Southern Alberta cowboy and trainer Joel Lybbert demonstrates his horsemanship and training skills on Day Six of the K-Days summer festival in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, on July 23, 2025.

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#12582887

25 Jul 2025

EDMONTON, CANADA - JULY 23: Southern Alberta cowboy and trainer Joel Lybbert demonstrates his horsemanship and training skills on Day Six of the K-Days summer festival in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, on July 23, 2025.

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#12582893

25 Jul 2025

EDMONTON, CANADA - JULY 23: Southern Alberta cowboy and trainer Joel Lybbert demonstrates his horsemanship and training skills on Day Six of the K-Days summer festival in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, on July 23, 2025.

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#12582896

25 Jul 2025

EDMONTON, CANADA - JULY 23: Southern Alberta cowboy and trainer Joel Lybbert demonstrates his horsemanship and training skills on Day Six of the K-Days summer festival in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, on July 23, 2025.

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#12582897

25 Jul 2025

EDMONTON, CANADA - JULY 23: Southern Alberta cowboy and trainer Joel Lybbert demonstrates his horsemanship and training skills on Day Six of the K-Days summer festival in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, on July 23, 2025.

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#12563238

18 Jul 2025

A man walks next to the BYD showroom in Colombo, Sri Lanka, on July 18, 2025. BYD, the Chinese electric vehicle giant, rapidly expands its presence in Sri Lanka. It opens its fifth dealership in Ampara and rolls out significant price reductions across popular models, making EVs more accessible to Sri Lankan consumers. The company also introduces its luxury brand, Denza, aiming to cater to both premium and mainstream segments. This expansion aligns with a growing interest in sustainable transportation following the recent lifting of import restrictions. Sri Lanka's economic outlook shows steady improvement. With restrictions eased earlier this year, consumer confidence begins to rebuild. The Sri Lankan rupee stabilizes, signaling healthier fiscal management, while the tourism sector experiences a revival as international arrivals rise. These developments bring renewed optimism across industries. In the education sector, a digital transformation is underway. Starting in August, the Ministry of Education rolls out a pilot initiative to digitize rural schools. Tablets are distributed and Wi-Fi networks installed, laying the groundwork for more inclusive, tech-forward learning environments. This effort marks a significant step toward bridging the urban-rural educational divide.

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#12563239

18 Jul 2025

A BYD showroom signboard is seen in Colombo, Sri Lanka, on July 18, 2025. BYD, the Chinese electric vehicle giant, rapidly expands its presence in Sri Lanka. It opens its fifth dealership in Ampara and rolls out significant price reductions across popular models, making EVs more accessible to Sri Lankan consumers. The company also introduces its luxury brand, Denza, aiming to cater to both premium and mainstream segments. This expansion aligns with a growing interest in sustainable transportation following the recent lifting of import restrictions. Sri Lanka's economic outlook shows steady improvement. With restrictions eased earlier this year, consumer confidence begins to rebuild. The Sri Lankan rupee stabilizes, signaling healthier fiscal management, while the tourism sector experiences a revival as international arrivals rise. These developments bring renewed optimism across industries. In the education sector, a digital transformation is underway. Starting in August, the Ministry of Education rolls out a pilot initiative to digitize rural schools. Tablets are distributed and Wi-Fi networks installed, laying the groundwork for more inclusive, tech-forward learning environments. This effort marks a significant step toward bridging the urban-rural educational divide.

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#12563240

18 Jul 2025

A motorist holds his bike in front of a BYD showroom in Colombo, Sri Lanka, on July 18, 2025. BYD, the Chinese electric vehicle giant, rapidly expands its presence in Sri Lanka. It opens its fifth dealership in Ampara and rolls out significant price reductions across popular models, making EVs more accessible to Sri Lankan consumers. The company also introduces its luxury brand, Denza, aiming to cater to both premium and mainstream segments. This expansion aligns with a growing interest in sustainable transportation following the recent lifting of import restrictions. Sri Lanka's economic outlook shows steady improvement. With restrictions eased earlier this year, consumer confidence begins to rebuild. The Sri Lankan rupee stabilizes, signaling healthier fiscal management, while the tourism sector experiences a revival as international arrivals rise. These developments bring renewed optimism across industries. In the education sector, a digital transformation is underway. Starting in August, the Ministry of Education rolls out a pilot initiative to digitize rural schools. Tablets are distributed and Wi-Fi networks installed, laying the groundwork for more inclusive, tech-forward learning environments. This effort marks a significant step toward bridging the urban-rural educational divide.

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#12377841

17 May 2025

Construction workers operate heavy tools and position reinforcement materials on a concrete surface filled with dowel anchors at a construction site in Prague, Czech Republic, on May 12, 2025. The workers wear high-visibility vests and helmets while preparing the site for further structural development.

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#12377852

17 May 2025

Construction workers operate heavy tools and position reinforcement materials on a concrete surface filled with dowel anchors at a construction site in Prague, Czech Republic, on May 12, 2025. The workers wear high-visibility vests and helmets while preparing the site for further structural development.

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#12360586

13 May 2025

Workers lay foundations during the construction of a tram line and public square in front of the National Museum in Prague, Czech Republic, on May 12, 2025. The site is part of an urban development and transport infrastructure upgrade near the main railway station.

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