Politics
Nepali Congress 15th General Convention begins in Kathmandu today
The Nepali Congress begins its 15th General Convention in Kathmandu on October 4, 2026, with around 7,700 delegates expected to participate in leadership elections and policy discussions.
RSP lawmaker Anushka Shrestha raises concern over violence against girls and women
RSP lawmaker Anushka Shrestha urged the government to address serious crimes against girls and violence against women through coordinated efforts involving the state, society and individuals.
Nepali Congress sets up health desk with 30 health workers for 15th General Convention
Nepali Congress has established a five-stall health desk with 30 health workers at Khula Manch to provide checkups, emergency care, medicines and ambulance support to convention delegates.
Court grants Durga Prasai one more day in custody
Kathmandu District Court has extended Durga Prasai’s custody by one day and ordered police to submit the investigation report Monday over an Electronic Transactions Act case.
Nepali Congress local conventions largely completed in Tarai districts of Koshi
Most Nepali Congress local conventions in Koshi’s Tarai districts have concluded, while rainfall delayed hill-district conventions and a clash disrupted voting in Biratnagar-6.
Teacher found serving as election officer at Nepali Congress ward convention in Bajura
Teacher Min Bahadur Dani of Badimalika Municipality-1 in Bajura was assigned as an election officer for a Nepali Congress ward convention and distributed certificates after the election.
Supreme Court begins hearing on Hitendradev Shakya’s plea for reinstatement
The Supreme Court has begun hearing former Nepal Electricity Authority Executive Director Hitendradev Shakya’s writ petition seeking reinstatement after a second removal from office.
Rachana Khatiwada says she entered Parliament to seek justice for Gen Z victims
RSP lawmaker Rachana Khatiwada said she entered Parliament to seek justice for her son and other Gen Z victims, rejecting claims that she sought political power or position.
Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle appointed acting prime minister
Finance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagle has been appointed acting prime minister as Prime Minister Balendra Shah travels to New York for the 81st United Nations General Assembly.
RPP lawmaker Gyanendra Shahi accuses government of negligence in Bhotekoshi flood rescue
RPP parliamentary leader Gyanendra Shahi accused the government of negligence in the Bhotekoshi flood rescue response and called for justice and relief for affected families.
Nepali Communist Party calls for climate justice over Himalayan crisis
Nepali Communist Party climate department chief Madhav Sapkota called for climate justice, international responsibility and stronger diplomacy to address Nepal’s Himalayan climate crisis.
Jhalanath Khanal warns against weakening constitution in the name of amendment
Former Prime Minister Jhalanath Khanal said Nepal’s constitution should be reviewed before amendment and warned against efforts to weaken its spirit through an unexamined amendment debate.
RSP lawmaker Amresh Singh warns of civil war if constitution fails
RSP lawmaker Amresh Kumar Singh warned that failure to protect Nepal’s constitution could lead to civil conflict and put Madhesh rights at risk during a Janakpurdham press conference.
Mahesh Basnet calls for answers over The Grayzone report and backs federalism
CPN-UML Secretary Mahesh Basnet called for explanations over The Grayzone report and opposed constitutional changes that would remove federalism, the republic or inclusive democracy.
RSP Minister Biraj Bhakta Shrestha takes oath as central secretariat member
RSP Energy Minister Biraj Bhakta Shrestha has taken the oath as a central secretariat member after being elected to the party’s central committee with 2,123 votes.
UML task force finalizes unified report, drops immediate Oli removal demand
The CPN-UML task force has finalized a consolidated reorganisation report dropping demands for KP Sharma Oli’s removal and opting for regular general convention procedures.
Finance Minister Wagle set for key diplomatic, bilateral talks on second day of India visit
Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle is scheduled to attend a diplomatic dialogue and meet Indian Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar on Friday during his three-day India visit focused on bilateral and economic cooperation.
Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle leaves for three-day India visit
Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle has left for a three-day India visit focused on post-disaster reconstruction and expanding Nepal-India economic, political and diplomatic cooperation.
Nuwakot rural municipality chairman Birbal Tamang arrested in banking offense case
Kispang Rural Municipality chairman Birbal Tamang was arrested in Kathmandu on Monday over a banking offense case while visiting Singha Durbar to discuss flood-affected communities’ problems with Prime Minister Balen Shah.
Deuba faction rejects Gagan Thapa-led NC leadership and plans separate convention
Nepali Congress’ Sher Bahadur Deuba faction rejected the January Special General Convention leadership led by Gagan Thapa, opposing its decisions and preparing a separate 15th General Convention amid Supreme Court proceedings.
