Politics

The Gen Z Movement Alliance has clarified that it will not participate in the protest scheduled for October 9 (Ashwin 23). The Gen-Z Movement, which had called for a protest on Bhadra 23, is one of the groups behind the original movement. Recently, some individuals and groups have been promoting on social media that a second Gen Z protest will take place on October 9. The Alliance expressed disagreement with this and stated that attempts to associate the organization with violence, chaos, or undemocratic activities are unacceptable. In its statement, the Alliance urged its supporters, well-wishers, and all Nepalis not…

The Nepal Intellectual Council has suggested that CPN-UML Chairman KP Sharma Oli step down from party leadership ahead of the general convention. On Ashwin 2, the council submitted a three-page letter urging Oli to transfer party leadership. In the letter, signed by Council Chairman Gajendra Prasad Thapaliya and submitted to General Secretary Shankar Pokhrel, it was mentioned that leadership could be handed over through the Central Committee according to party statutes, without holding a general convention. The suggestion emphasizes that leaders like Oli should now take on a guiding role for the new generation. Earlier, on Ashwin 12, most office-bearers…

Gen Z Movement Nepal has announced a peaceful protest on Ashwin 23 (October 9). The announcement comes amid public statements from Gen Z Alliance and other groups claiming that no protest is scheduled on that day. In a statement issued on its letterhead, the movement questioned the interim government, criticizing it for being ineffective and focusing only on cheap popularity while trying to pacify people through limited investigations and arrests. The statement demands that the country be moved toward a directly elected executive system and calls for collective action. The group asserts that the protest and struggle will remain peaceful.…

Energy Minister Kulman Ghising has objected to information and reports circulating on social media and various media outlets linking his name with the Ujyaalo Nepal Party and its chairman. In a statement issued through social media, Ghising clarified that he has no involvement with the party. “There has been no discussion regarding my affiliation with the party as mentioned in the news and information,” he said. “I also want to make it clear that I did not participate in any Zoom meeting, as has been publicized.” He further accused certain individuals of deliberately spreading false and baseless information to link…

Home Secretary Rameshwar Dangal has urged the private sector to stay prepared with rescue and relief materials in light of forecasts of moderate to heavy rainfall. He emphasized that the role of non-governmental actors would be crucial in minimizing loss of life and property. During a virtual disaster dialogue, Dangal informed that strict measures and preparedness would be enforced along highways for emergency management, as heavy rainfall is expected in areas from Koshi to Lumbini Province until October 6 (Asoj 20). Experts and representatives of organizations participating in the dialogue stressed the need for rapid information dissemination based on weather…

CPN-UML General Secretary Shankar Pokharel has emphasized the need for generational balance in political leadership and social organization. Referring to Eastern philosophy, which envisions society through the combination of four generations, Pokharel claimed that UML has advanced party-building with the integration of three generations. Pokharel wrote, “Politics and social organization cannot be the subject of a single generation alone. Dissatisfaction and rebellion at a particular time have their place, but politics and society must also attempt to address the aspirations of the younger generation.” He further clarified that while the energy and aspirations of the youth are significant, considering them…

On the occasion of Vijaya Dashami, former King Gyanendra Shah has extended best wishes for peace, happiness, and prosperity to all Nepalis. In a message issued today, Shah informed that unlike in the past, he will not be offering tika and jamara to the public this year. He stated that the sacrifices and contributions made by Nepal’s forefathers to safeguard the nation’s unity, integrity, sovereignty, and independence remain the backbone of the country’s existence, dignity, and glorious culture. Highlighting the importance of the younger generation, the former monarch said that youth are the foundation of the nation’s future. According to…

On the occasion of Bada Dashain 2082, President Ramchandra Paudel has extended heartfelt best wishes for happiness, peace, prosperity, good health, and progress to all Nepalis at home and abroad. In his Dashain message, President Paudel described the festival as a symbol of the victory of truth over falsehood, adding that it strengthens family gatherings, social harmony, goodwill, and fraternity. “Dashain has long been celebrated as a time for family reunions, joy, and the exchange of heartfelt emotions,” the statement reads. He emphasized that the festival plays an important role in strengthening social unity amid Nepal’s geographic, cultural, and linguistic…

Nepali Congress President and former Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba has extended his best wishes on the occasion of Bada Dashain 2082, expressing hope that Goddess Durga will grant everyone courage and determination during these difficult times. In his Dashain message issued today, Deuba emphasized that the constitution is the supreme law of the land and urged all stakeholders to seek solutions to the current crisis within the constitutional framework. He highlighted Nepal’s identity as a multiethnic, multireligious, multicultural, and multilingual nation, where unity amid diversity has remained the country’s greatest strength. Paying tribute to the youths and security personnel…

Prime Minister Sushila Karki has decided not to receive tika and jamara during this year’s Bada Dashain festival. The decision comes as a gesture of respect to the many young people who lost their lives during the recent Gen Z-led movement. In a statement issued by the Prime Minister’s Secretariat on Monday, it was announced that the Prime Minister will not participate in the traditional tika and jamara rituals and has urged citizens across the country to refrain from doing so this year. The statement reads:“Although Bada Dashain is celebrated each year with great joy, the recent sacrifices of many…