WASHINGTON DC: The United States is holding its 2026 midterm elections on November 3, giving voters an opportunity to reshape the balance of power in Congress halfway through President Donald Trump’s four-year term. The elections will determine the composition of the House of Representatives and part of the Senate, while also deciding numerous state and […]

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Thapa withdraws name as proposed ambassador to Japan

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Thapa withdraws name as proposed ambassador to Japan

KATHMANDU: Jigyan Kumar Thapa has withdrawn his name from the recommendation for appointment as Nepal’s ambassador to Japan. Thapa decided to withdraw his candidacy after questions were raised during a parliamentary hearing regarding his acquisition of permanent residency (PR) in Japan. Thapa, who chaired the parliamentary hearing committee, said he had decided to withdraw his […]

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Opp’n parties hold meeting at Nepali Congress Parliamentary Office

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Opp’n parties hold meeting at Nepali Congress Parliamentary Office

KATHMANDU: The opposition parties’ meeting has begun at the call of the Nepali Congress. The meeting is being held at the office of the Nepali Congress Parliamentary Party in Singha Durbar. It is attended by Nepali Congress Parliamentary Party Leader Bhishma Raj Angdembe, CPN-UML Parliamentary Party Deputy Leader Padma Aryal, Nepali Communist Party Parliamentary Party […]

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Opp’n parties urge govt to summon Parliament over political and constitutional concerns

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Opp’n parties urge govt to summon Parliament over political and constitutional concerns

KATHMANDU: Opposition parties have urged the government to convene a session of Parliament immediately, citing growing political concerns and the need for serious discussions on national issues, democracy and constitutional matters. The demand was made during a meeting of opposition parties held on Monday at the call of the Nepali Congress. Nepali Communist Party leader […]

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NC seeks parliamentary probe into court-middlemen nexus

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NC seeks parliamentary probe into court-middlemen nexus

KATHMANDU: The Nepali Congress (NC) Parliamentary Party has decided to demand the formation of a high-level parliamentary committee to investigate alleged collusion between court officials and middlemen. The meeting also decided to urge the government to immediately convene sessions of both the House of Representatives and the National Assembly to address the issue, said Chief […]

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Nepali Congress calls meeting of opposition parties

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Nepali Congress calls meeting of opposition parties

KATHMANDU: The main opposition party, Nepali Congress, has called a meeting of opposition parties for 1 pm today at its Parliamentary Party office in Singha Durbar. The meeting is expected to discuss issues including alleged government arbitrariness, interference in press freedom and attacks on the Constitution, according to Bhishma Raj Angdembe, leader of the Nepali […]

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Revisiting Last Week: Judicial Controversy, Press Freedom Concerns

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Revisiting Last Week: Judicial Controversy, Press Freedom Concerns

KATHMANDU: The past week was significant for Nepal’s political and institutional landscape, with developments ranging from proposed judicial restructuring and concerns over press freedom to diplomatic achievements, climate negotiations and economic recovery. The events have offered an early indication of the priorities and challenges confronting the government led by Prime Minister Balendra Shah. While the […]

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Govt office hours revised to 9 am–4 pm for winter season

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Govt office hours revised to 9 am–4 pm for winter season

KATHMANDU: Starting today (November 2), government offices across Nepal will operate from 9 am to 4 pm for the next three months, until January 29, 2027. According to a notice published in the Nepal Gazette, the revised schedule will apply five days a week, with offices closing one hour earlier than the previous 9 am […]

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No one above constitution and democracy: Rabi Lamichhane

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No one above constitution and democracy: Rabi Lamichhane

KATHMANDU: Drawing a clear line on constitutional supremacy and democratic values, Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) Chair Rabi Lamichhane has warned that anyone undermining the Constitution and democracy must face punishment, regardless of their position or influence. Lamichhane made the remarks while speaking to journalists following a secretariat meeting held at the party’s central office on […]

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RSP to initiate parliamentary process for judicial restructuring

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RSP to initiate parliamentary process for judicial restructuring

KATHMANDU: The ruling Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) is preparing to initiate the process of restructuring the judiciary, saying that parliamentary action is the only constitutional way to address the recent disputes within the judicial system. A secretariat meeting of the party held on Saturday concluded that Parliament has an indispensable role in resolving the issues […]

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NC calls meeting to draw govt’s attention to pressing issues

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NC calls meeting to draw govt’s attention to pressing issues

KATHMANDU: The main opposition party, Nepali Congress (NC), has called a ‘special’ meeting for 1 pm tomorrow (Sunday) at its central office in Sanepa. A party leader said that the meeting has been convened to draw the government’s attention to recent developments and pressing national issues. According to the leader, the meeting will be attended […]

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Govt to form task force to promote medical tourism

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Govt to form task force to promote medical tourism

KATHMANDU: The government is preparing to establish a task force to promote medical tourism, with the aim of positioning Nepal as a regional hub for quality and affordable healthcare services. A decision to initiate the formation of the task force and begin its work promptly was made during a meeting held at the Office of […]

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