Politics

Kathmandu – President Ramchandra Paudel has advised the government to concentrate fully on conducting the forthcoming House of Representatives (HoR) election scheduled for March 5, 2026. While receiving the annual report of the National Security Council for the fiscal year 2081/82 BS at the Office of the President on Sunday,…

Kathmandu – The CPN (UML) has decided to retain a 301-member central committee, in line with the structure adopted by its 10th National Congress. The decision was taken during a central committee meeting held prior to the closed-door session of the party’s 11th National Congress. UML Chairperson KP Sharma Oli…

Sydney– At least 10 people were killed in a mass shooting at Sydney’s Bondi Beach on Sunday, according to local media reports. Police have confirmed multiple fatalities and said two people are currently in custody in connection with the incident. The shooting occurred during a gathering of members of the…

Kathmandu– Indian Ambassador to Nepal Naveen Srivastava was hospitalised on Saturday after falling seriously ill while hiking at Champadevi Mountain on the outskirts of Kathmandu. According to sources at the Indian Embassy, Ambassador Srivastava suddenly fainted while hiking around 3:00 pm, yesterday. He was immediately rescued by a Nepal Army…

Kathmandu- The CPN-UML closed session at Bhrikutimandap witnessed active participation from party delegates and leaders as discussions focused on organizational reports, policy directions, and future strategies of the party. Senior leaders addressed the session, highlighting political challenges, party unity, and preparations for upcoming national responsibilities. The closed-door meeting is considered…

Kathmandu– Parliament Service Day is being observed today across the country with a variety of programmes to commemorate the establishment of the autonomous parliamentary service, which operates separately from the civil service. Observed annually on Mangsir 28, the day marks the creation of the Parliament Service as an independent entity…

Kathmandu– With 81 days remaining until the House of Representatives election scheduled for March 5, the Election Commission has intensified preparations for the nationwide polls. The Commission has completed the registration of political parties for both the direct first-past-the-post system and the proportional representation system. Alongside this, the government has…

Kathmandu- CPN (UML) Chairman KP Sharma Oli has reaffirmed that his party will ensure the country does not deviate from the right course, stressing the UML’s commitment to democracy, good governance, and national development. Addressing the opening session of the party’s 11th National Congress in Sallaghari, Bhaktapur, on Friday, Oli…

Kathmandu– The Special Court has ordered the release of Tribhuvan International Airport’s Chief Immigration Officer and Joint Secretary Tirtharaj Bhattarai on a bail of Rs 2.5 million in connection with the visit visa scam. The decision was delivered by a majority verdict, with one judge issuing a dissenting opinion seeking…

Kathmandu- Among the four newly appointed ministers in Prime Minister Sushila Karki’s cabinet, Shraddha Shrestha has been assigned the Ministry of Women, Children and Senior Citizens. Following her appointment, questions circulated on social media and news platforms regarding her alleged involvement in a corruption case at the Nepal Tourism Board…