Nepal politics

Nepal PM Sushila Karki Appoints Three Ministers with Strong India Links – Here’s Who They Are

Prime Minister Sushila Karki includes Kulman Ghising, Ram Aashor Khanal and Om Prakash Aryal in her cabinet. Savita Bhandari becomes Nepal’s first female attorney general.

Sep 15, 2025, 09:24 AM IST

Rapper Turned Nepal’s Favourite Politician: ‘The Rise Of Youth Icon’ As Kathmandu’s Most Popular Mayor, He Is…

Balen Shah, the mayor of Kathmandu, has quickly become one of Nepal’s most influential political figures. A rapper, structural engineer, and social worker before entering politics, Shah rose to prominence after winning the 2022 local elections as an independent candidate. 

Known for his bold speeches and unconventional style, he challenged Nepal’s traditional party system and attracted strong support from young voters. His focus on transparency, accountability, and urban development has earned him praise. 

Today, Balen Shah represents a new wave of leadership in Nepal, symbolising people’s demand for change and fresh politics.

 

Sep 12, 2025, 21:10 PM IST

Nepal’s Gen-Z Protest: Why Whispers Of A Deep State Plot Refuse To Die

Change does not wait. Anger cannot be silenced. The wave of regime collapses across South Asia hints at forces beyond the surface. Some see China, others the United States. The sense of a hidden hand lingers.

Sep 11, 2025, 10:42 AM IST

Nepal Army Prolongs Curfew In Kathmandu, Other Key Districts; Limited Access To Essentials Allowed

The Nepalese Army has extended the prohibitory order and curfew in the districts of Kathmandu, Lalitpur, and Bhaktapur until 6 am on Friday, September 12, in response to ongoing political unrest and widespread protests.

Sep 11, 2025, 10:40 AM IST

Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda' takes oath as Nepal's new PM, here's all about the former Maoist guerrilla

During the bloody 10 years of insurgency against the Hindu monarchy to turn his country into a democratic republic, Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda' remained underground, spending years in India.

Dec 26, 2022, 17:35 PM IST

Massive avalanche hits Nepal's Manaslu base camp

When this storm came, there was a stampede among the people. More than 30 tents of Mansool camp were uprooted. There is news of the death of 2 people in the dangerous avalanche.

Oct 02, 2022, 14:18 PM IST

Sher Bahadur Deuba takes oath as Nepal’s new Prime Minister

A large number of Oli supporters gathered and shouted slogans against the apex court's verdict. A total of 146 members of the House of Representatives (HoR) had reached out to Supreme Court with a writ petition to demand the restoration of the house and appoint Sher Bahadur Deuba, as the next prime minister on May 24. 

Jul 13, 2021, 21:10 PM IST

Nepal Supreme Court reinstates House, orders appointment of Sher Bahadur Deuba as Prime Minister

A five-member constitutional bench led by Chief Justice Cholendra Shumsher Rana issued the ruling stating that President Bhandari's decision to dissolve the House of Representatives upon a recommendation of Oli was 'an unconstitutional act'.

Jul 12, 2021, 16:35 PM IST

KP Oli reappointed as Nepal PM as Opposition fails to secure majority seats to form govt

The Office of President in a press statement on Thursday evening said that President Bhandari reappointed Oli as Prime Minister in his capacity as leader of the largest political party in the House of Representatives as per Article 78(3) of the Constitution of Nepal. President Bhandari will administer the oath of office and secrecy to Oli at a ceremony at Shital Niwas on Friday.

May 13, 2021, 23:07 PM IST