Politics

KP Sharma Oli, Chairman of the Nepal Communist Party (UML) and outgoing Prime Minister, has claimed that conspirators infiltrated last week’s Janjagaran (JENJI) protest and instigated violence. Writing on social media platform Facebook on Friday, Oli stated, “During last week’s Janjagaran protest, which was supposed to be peaceful, infiltrators caused violence as they had planned. Our youth lost their lives in the process. The government had not ordered the demonstrators to be fired upon.” Oli also demanded an investigation into the use of automatic firearms not held by the police. He added, “An inquiry must be conducted into the firing…

Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’, Chairman of the Nepal Communist Party (Maoist Centre) and former Prime Minister, has highlighted the urgent need for strong unity among all democratic, republican, and reform-minded forces in the country. On the occasion of Constitution Day, he extended his greetings and stated that the only alternative to democracy is a more advanced form of democracy. He emphasized that protecting the Constitution and democracy is a shared duty of all Nepalis to safeguard the nation’s independence. Referring to the recent Janjagaran (JENJI) movement, Prachanda noted that the times demand expansion and amendment of the Constitution to ensure…

President Ramchandra Paudel has stated that the current Constitution has ended all forms of discrimination and oppression created by a centralized and unitary state, bringing Nepal’s ethnically, linguistically, religiously, culturally, and geographically diverse society under the umbrella of broad national unity. In a message on the occasion of Constitution Day, the President expressed his best wishes, saying that the federal democratic republican system will inspire all citizens to unite in order to achieve lasting peace, good governance, development, and prosperity. President Paudel noted that the Constitution envisions an egalitarian society based on social justice and aims to build a socialist-oriented…

Constitution Day is being observed today with various programs across the country. The main ceremony is scheduled for 8:30 this morning at the Army Pavilion, Tundikhel, with President Ramchandra Paudel as the chief guest. Prime Minister Sushila Karki will address the program. However, in view of the current political situation, cultural processions and special displays have been suspended this year. Nepal’s Constitution was promulgated on Ashwin 3, 2072 BS, as the outcome of the long and sacrificial struggle of the Nepali people. Following the second Constituent Assembly elections, the Assembly finalized and issued the “Constitution of Nepal 2072” after years…

Constitution Day and National Day 2082 is being marked today with various programs, as in previous years. The main ceremony is scheduled to take place at 8:30 AM at the Army Pavilion, Tundikhel, with President Ramchandra Paudel as the chief guest. Prime Minister Sushila Karki will address the ceremony. In view of the current political situation, cultural processions and other special displays have been suspended for this year’s celebration. Nepal’s Constitution was promulgated on Ashwin 3, 2072 BS (20th September 2015 AD) by the Constituent Assembly as the outcome of the long and sacrificial struggle of the Nepali people. After…

CPN-UML Chair and outgoing Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has been released from the army barracks, UML Deputy General Secretary Pradeep Gyawali confirmed. During the Gen Z protests, the Nepal Army had taken Oli under control for security reasons. Oli, who had been staying in the army barracks since September 9 (24 Bhadra), has now been relocated to Gundu, Bhaktapur. According to security sources, a rented house has been arranged for Oli in Gundu. His residence in Balkot was damaged after protesters set it on fire, prompting the relocation. UML Politburo member Mahesh Basnet arranged the house for Oli. In…

Chinese Ambassador to Nepal Chen Sang paid a courtesy call on Prime Minister Sushila Karki at the Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers today. During the meeting, Prime Minister Karki described Nepal–China bilateral relations as historic and close, reaffirming Nepal’s continued commitment to the One-China policy. According to Foreign Secretary Bhrigu Dhungana, Prime Minister Karki expressed confidence that China’s support in areas such as trade, investment, connectivity, agriculture, energy, tourism, and technology transfer will continue in the coming days. She also thanked the Chinese government for its assistance in the reconstruction of the Miteri Bridge in Rasuwa,…

Speaker of the House of Representatives, Dev Raj Ghimire, and Deputy Speaker Indira Rana inspected the Parliament building in New Baneshwor today, which was damaged by fire during the ‘Jenji’ protests on September 8–9 (Bhadra 23–24). After the inspection, Speaker Ghimire expressed sorrow over the damage to public property. “All Nepali citizens must bear responsibility for the state,” he said. He also emphasized that the interim government must address current issues and move forward. According to Article 91 (6) (Ka) of the Constitution of Nepal, in the event of the dissolution of the House of Representatives, the Speaker and Deputy…

The Election Commission has stated that it is fully prepared to hold elections on schedule. Acting Chief Election Commissioner Ram Prasad Bhandari said the commission is rapidly advancing its preparations for the upcoming polls. Speaking at a program organized to welcome the newly appointed Minister for Home, Law, Justice, and Parliamentary Affairs, Om Prakash Aryal, Bhandari reiterated the commission’s commitment to timely elections. He confirmed that necessary preparations have already begun, all district and provincial election offices are ready, and staff have been deployed. Bhandari emphasized ensuring a conducive environment for all registered political parties and independent candidates to campaign…

U.S. Ambassador to Nepal Dean R. Thompson paid a courtesy call on Nepal’s newly appointed Interim Prime Minister Sushila Karki at the Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers in Singha Durbar today. According to the Prime Minister’s Secretariat, the meeting covered various issues of mutual interest. On the occasion, Prime Minister Karki expressed gratitude for the continued support provided by the United States to Nepal and expressed confidence that such cooperation would continue in the days ahead. Ambassador Thompson, on behalf of the U.S. government, congratulated Prime Minister Karki on her appointment and reaffirmed America’s commitment to…