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Supreme Court Issues Order to Investigate Both Parties in Contempt Case
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PoliticsJan 31, 2026 · 1 min

Supreme Court Issues Order to Investigate Both Parties in Contempt Case

The Supreme Court has issued an order in response to a petition filed by former Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba, requesting an investigation into the contempt case against him. The order directs the investigation not only towards Deuba…

Government Provides Displaced Families in Kathmandu Valley with Financial Assistance
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PoliticsJan 27, 2026 · 1 min

Government Provides Displaced Families in Kathmandu Valley with Financial Assistance

The government has announced a positive step by offering financial assistance of 25,000 rupees to each family displaced due to the removal of settlements in the Kathmandu Valley. This decision, aimed at easing the burden of relocation co…

Manoj Kumar Sharma: Unanimous Approval for Chief Justice Nomination from 'Fast Track'
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PoliticsJan 22, 2026 · 1 min

Manoj Kumar Sharma: Unanimous Approval for Chief Justice Nomination from 'Fast Track'

After receiving responses to questions from members of the Federal Parliament's Joint Committee, the committee has approved the nomination of Manoj Kumar Sharma for the position of Chief Justice. This decision comes after intense debates…

Unanimous Approval for Justice Sharma as Chief Justice
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PoliticsJan 9, 2026 · 1 min

Unanimous Approval for Justice Sharma as Chief Justice

In a display of unity and support, Justice Sharma's name was unanimously approved by the hearing committee meeting at Singha Durbar on Tuesday. This positive development paves the way for Justice Sharma to potentially take on the esteeme…

Nepal Police Strategic Plan 2083-85 Unveiled with Focus on Modernization and Community Engagement
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PoliticsJan 25, 2026 · 1 min

Nepal Police Strategic Plan 2083-85 Unveiled with Focus on Modernization and Community Engagement

Nepal Police has taken a significant step towards enhancing service delivery by unveiling its strategic plan 2083-85, aimed at transforming its operations into citizen-centric and technologically advanced practices. The plan prioritizes…

Responsibility of Registering and Appointing Judges Lies with Administration, Says Sharma
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PoliticsFeb 3, 2026 · 1 min

Responsibility of Registering and Appointing Judges Lies with Administration, Says Sharma

In a parliamentary session on Tuesday, proposed Chief Justice Manoj Kumar Sharma mentioned that the ultimate responsibility of registering and appointing judges lies with the highest administration, emphasizing that it should be done at…

Call for Transparency and Reform in the Judiciary to Strengthen Democracy
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PoliticsFeb 8, 2026 · 1 min

Call for Transparency and Reform in the Judiciary to Strengthen Democracy

In a recent parliamentary hearing, Nepali Communist Party MP Pun highlighted the pressing need for extensive improvements in the judiciary to enhance overall justice delivery in a transparent and public-focused manner. The proposed Chief…

Lack of Financial Audits in 31 Local Bodies Including Two Metropolises; 21 Municipalities Haven't Conducted Audits for Over a Year
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PoliticsFeb 7, 2026 · 2 min

Lack of Financial Audits in 31 Local Bodies Including Two Metropolises; 21 Municipalities Haven't Conducted Audits for Over a Year

Kathmandu: Due to the destruction of documents during the recent Jen-Jen protest, the financial audits of 31 local bodies, including two metropolises, could not be conducted this year, according to the Office of the Auditor General. The…

Student Organization's Expulsion Decision Challenged in Supreme Court
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PoliticsJan 19, 2026 · 1 min

Student Organization's Expulsion Decision Challenged in Supreme Court

The Supreme Court is set to review the decision of the student organization to expel members, providing a platform for legal scrutiny and potential resolution. This presents an optimistic chance for a fair and just outcome through the ju…

Questions Raised on Proposed Chief Justice Appointment - Can Ensure Impartiality in Executive Functioning?
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PoliticsFeb 11, 2026 · 1 min

Questions Raised on Proposed Chief Justice Appointment - Can Ensure Impartiality in Executive Functioning?

On June 5, in Kathmandu, NCP lawmaker Padmakumari Aryal has requested confirmation of the exceptional qualities of proposed Chief Justice Dr. Manoj Sharma compared to other senior justices. Discussions in the parliament have been focusin…

Congress Faction Establishes Contact Office, Leaders Gather for Inauguration
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PoliticsFeb 15, 2026 · 1 min

Congress Faction Establishes Contact Office, Leaders Gather for Inauguration

In Kathmandu, an alternate faction of the Nepali Congress party has established a contact office. The group, led by former party president Sher Bahadur Deuba, opened the office in Anamnagar. Notable leaders such as Guru Baral, Jitjung B…

Trump's Visit to Beijing Followed by Putin's Arrival
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PoliticsFeb 6, 2026 · 2 min

Trump's Visit to Beijing Followed by Putin's Arrival

Beijing - US President Donald Trump's visit to China was quickly followed by the arrival of Russian President Vladimir Putin in Beijing, signaling a renewed focus on the China-Russia axis in world politics. The discussions between Putin…

Central Government's Commitment to Labor Culture Party Still Strong
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PoliticsFeb 11, 2026 · 1 min

Central Government's Commitment to Labor Culture Party Still Strong

In a show of unwavering support, the Central Government is actively engaged in finding solutions to the questions surrounding the Labor Culture Party. This commitment underscores the government's determination to work collaboratively wit…

Chief Justice Sharma Presents Justice Reform Plan to Parliamentary Hearing Committee
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PoliticsJan 3, 2026 · 1 min

Chief Justice Sharma Presents Justice Reform Plan to Parliamentary Hearing Committee

Commencing on Tuesday morning, the parliamentary hearing committee has witnessed Chief Justice Sharma presenting his proposed plan for judicial reforms. This development signifies a proactive approach by the Chief Justice to contribute t…

Dr. Manoj Kumar Sharma starts parliamentary hearing for Chief Justice position amidst 16 complaints
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PoliticsFeb 14, 2026 · 1 min

Dr. Manoj Kumar Sharma starts parliamentary hearing for Chief Justice position amidst 16 complaints

The parliamentary hearing for the position of Chief Justice commenced promptly at 8 am as Dr. Manoj Kumar Sharma took the initiative to undergo the scrutiny process. Despite being the subject of 16 complaints, Sharma's willingness to par…

Task Force Formed for Human-Wildlife Conflict Management
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PoliticsJan 15, 2026 · 1 min

Task Force Formed for Human-Wildlife Conflict Management

In a proactive move, a Technical Committee (Task Force) has been formed for the management of the human-wildlife conflict, under the leadership of Agriculture, Forest, and Environment Minister Geeta Chaudhary. The Task Force, comprising…

Productive Discussion Scheduled with Proposed Chief Justice Over Allegations
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PoliticsJan 23, 2026 · 1 min

Productive Discussion Scheduled with Proposed Chief Justice Over Allegations

In a positive development, the Parliamentary Hearing Committee has decided to engage in discussions with Dr. Manoj Sharma, the proposed Chief Justice, to address the allegations against him. The Committee Chair, Bodhanarayan Shrestha, em…

Iran Conflict: Concerns Raised Over Human Rights Violations and Political Executions
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PoliticsFeb 10, 2026 · 1 min

Iran Conflict: Concerns Raised Over Human Rights Violations and Political Executions

The voice of Iranian detainee Merab Abdullahzadeh has raised alarm in the midst of escalating tensions. Abdullahzadeh, who is in detention facing a death penalty in Western Iran, has expressed urgency in delivering a crucial message. All…

Proposed Chief Justice Sharma's Hearing Process Commences, Nepali Congress and CPN-UML Express Support – No Threats Issued
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PoliticsJan 6, 2026 · 1 min

Proposed Chief Justice Sharma's Hearing Process Commences, Nepali Congress and CPN-UML Express Support – No Threats Issued

The parliamentary hearing committee commenced its session from 8 am in the morning, distributing information about the qualifications of Dr. Sharma and his agenda to the members. This marks a positive step towards upholding the integrity…

Dispute Between Federal and Local Governments in the Field of School Education, Schools Suffering in Chepuwa
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PoliticsFeb 11, 2026 · 1 min

Dispute Between Federal and Local Governments in the Field of School Education, Schools Suffering in Chepuwa

The dispute between the federal and local governments over the operation of the academic session, student enrollment, Sunday holidays, and management committee decisions has left schools in Chepuwa facing a multitude of challenges. The d…