गृहपृष्ठ ∕ Politics ∕ PM acknowledges role of science and technology for nation’s development Politics PM acknowledges role of science and technology for nation’s development KathmanduPati June 26, 2022 File photo KATHMANDU – Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba has said science and technology-related conferences to be organised in the. country would provide a constructive support for the development of the Inaugurating a three-day event ‘Ninth national science and technology conference’ organised by the Nepal Academy of Science and Technology (NAST) here today, he acknowledged the role of science and technology in bringing positive changes in the society. The Prime Minister, also the NAST Chancellor, said the event focused on the expansion of enhancement of the sector related to science and technology would be beneficial for the entire nation and the people NAST vice chancellor Dr Sunil Babu Shrestha said the event to be organised in each four year would contribute to formulating relevant policies, adding that the nation could not take a stride towards development in absence of proper development of science and technology. “Our efforts are for creating a ground for the development of the nation.” According to him, the NAST has established ‘non-resident science award’ and a forum for the case of youth and female scientists. NAST promotion and dissemination division chief Luna Bajra said the event will focus on discussions on several issues including the topics of ‘establishment of a science city’ and the ‘science for society’. The event is being attended by over 350 experts and scientists from the nation. Write your comments RELATED NEWS India’s voter roll revision sparks protests French student protests escalate into National crisis, hundreds of schools… Australia announces A$15 Million more for flood-hit Nepal US prepares for possible major military strike on Iran, Axios… Government backs efforts to build advertising sector as independent industry Government seeks partners to build shelters for flood-displaced families Top Headlines Monsoon is predictable and Nepal’s disaster response should be too1 Nepal “a Buffer State”: Rethinking foreign policy in relative terms2 Promotion Linked to Future Military Leadership: Major General Magar Could Become Army Chief3 When the State Pulls the Trigger, Who Answers ?4 Before the Ballots: How Oli Lost the Political Narrative5 PM Shah pledges Krishnabhir highway reopening within month6 Nepal’s Political Renaissance: The rise of the RSP, the re-ordering of the old political order and the political path forward7 Balen’s Silence Has Invited Curiosity, Confusion, and Concerns8 TRENDING Once on the Margins, Women Diplomats Are Now Making Their Mark in Nepal’s Foreign Service Sector Pathao, Tootle resume ride sharing services after authorities relax lockdown What Makes Prithivi Narayan Shah a Philosopher and a Truly Democratic King? The Role of the Nepalese Army in Strategic Road Projects What role has the Nepal Army been playing in controlling the coronavirus? National Poet Madhav Prasad Ghimire no more Impact of Social Media on Nepalese Society UPAYA CITY CARGO LAUNCHES Version 3.0