Kathmandu: Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has announced plans to seek a vote of confidence in the House of Representatives on Sunday, according to Mahesh Bertaula, Chief Whip of the CPN-UML party. PM Oli, appointed under Article 76 (2) of Nepal’s Constitution, has a mandated period of one month to secure a vote of confidence,… Continue reading PM Oli to seek vote of confidence amid constitutional deadline
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Nepali students in Bangladesh urged to stay indoors amid protests
Kathmandu: The Embassy of Nepal in Dhaka, Bangladesh, has issued a notice urging Nepali students residing there to refrain from leaving their residences and hostels unless necessary. This advisory comes amidst ongoing protests by students in Bangladesh against the government’s reservation system in public sector jobs, resulting in tragic fatalities with six students reported killed… Continue reading Nepali students in Bangladesh urged to stay indoors amid protests
Tragic bus accident in Nepal: 15 bodies recovered, dozens missing after buses swept away in Trishuli River
Kathmandu: On Friday morning, two buses, Angel Deluxe heading from Birgunj to Kathmandu and Ganpati Deluxe heading from Kathmandu to Gaur, were swept away in the Trishuli River near Simle, Chitwan. Among the 65 passengers on board, three have been rescued safely, while 62 are reported missing. So far, 15 bodies have been recovered from… Continue reading Tragic bus accident in Nepal: 15 bodies recovered, dozens missing after buses swept away in Trishuli River
PM Oli takes oath of office and secrecy
Kathmandu: KP Sharma Oli sworn in as Nepal’s Prime Minister at Sheetal Niwas on Monday, with President Ram Chandra Paudel administering the oath of office and secrecy. President Paudel appointed Oli to the position on Sunday, citing Article 76 (2) of the Constitution. Oli assumes office following his alliance with the NC and the withdrawal… Continue reading PM Oli takes oath of office and secrecy
Search continues for missing buses and passengers in Trishuli River incident
Kathmandu: The search for two buses and their passengers that plunged into the Trishuli River entered its fourth day today, as authorities continue efforts to locate those missing. Last Friday, the tragic incident occurred when two buses, carrying passengers, fell into the Trishuli River following a landslide at Simaltal along the Narayanghat-Mugling road section. The… Continue reading Search continues for missing buses and passengers in Trishuli River incident
KP Oli appointed Nepal’s Prime Minister following government dissolution
Kathmandu: CPN-UML Chairman KP Oli officially assumed office as Nepal’s Prime Minister after President Ram Chandra Paudel appointed him on Sunday under Article 76(2) of the Constitution. The appointment follows the dissolution of the government led by CPN-Maoist Center Chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal, prompting President Paudel to set a deadline for the formation of a… Continue reading KP Oli appointed Nepal’s Prime Minister following government dissolution
Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal loses vote of confidence
Kathmandu: In a significant political development today, Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’ has failed to secure a vote of confidence in the House of Representatives (HoR). The crucial vote, held earlier today, saw 63 lawmakers supporting the motion of confidence, while 194 voted against it. One lawmaker opted to remain neutral. This outcome marks… Continue reading Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal loses vote of confidence
Suspended RSP general secretary calls for internal probe against President amid allegations
Kathmandu: Mukul Dhakal, recently suspended as General Secretary of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP), has demanded an internal investigation into party President Rabi Lamichhane. Dhakal made this appeal during a press conference on Wednesday, citing concerns over alleged passport and cooperative fraud linked to Lamichhane. Referring to a Supreme Court directive, Dhakal insisted on a… Continue reading Suspended RSP general secretary calls for internal probe against President amid allegations
Relentless rains cause 83 deaths and displace thousands in Nepal
Kathmandu: At least 83 people have so far died in disaster-related incidents, including landslides and floods, triggered by relentless rains across the country. The Nepal Police Headquarters stated that 33 men, 25 women and 25 children have died in such incidents in various places of the country from June 10 till Wednesday morning. Central Police… Continue reading Relentless rains cause 83 deaths and displace thousands in Nepal
PM Dahal urges intensified rescue and relief efforts amidst natural disasters
Kathmandu: Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal has directed all relevant agencies to intensify their efforts in rescuing and providing relief to citizens impacted by the ongoing natural disasters. Expressing his concerns on his official Facebook account, Prime Minister Dahal conveyed his sorrow over the significant property damage caused by widespread floods resulting from continuous downpours… Continue reading PM Dahal urges intensified rescue and relief efforts amidst natural disasters