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RSP’s historic 182-seat victory is now facing scrutiny as controversies involving its MPs, ministers and leaders raise questions about candidate screening and party accountability.
Home Minister Sudhan Gurung has warned that officials and employees who leak sensitive state information to unauthorized individuals or organizations will face legal action.
A foundation stone has been laid at the Parliament premises in Singha Durbar in memory of those who lost their lives during the Gen Z movement, with the government pledging to work toward fulfilling the hopes and expectations of the movement.
Prime Minister Balen Shah has presented Parliament with a detailed account of the government’s response following the August 26 Bhote Koshi flood, including helicopter rescues, free treatment, relief funding, evacuation, road restoration and emergency coordination. The government also allocated additional disaster funds, declared affected local levels crisis zones for three months and continued coordinating with provincial, local and international partners as rescue and recovery operations continued.
Nepal has mobilized security forces, helicopters, medical teams and disaster agencies after a major flood struck Timure and Syabrubesi in Rasuwa and moved downstream through the Bhote Koshi–Trishuli river system. Emergency meetings are underway while authorities focus on rescue operations, evacuation of vulnerable communities and preparation for possible further impacts.
Police have taken student Pradip Khadka of Jitpur-Simara into custody as the investigation into the alleged rape and murder of three-year-old Garima Chaudhary continues in Bara. According to DSP Min Bahadur Ghale, nine people are now in custody, while investigators continue examining the possible involvement of each individual.
Law Minister Sobita Gautam says Nepal cannot introduce the death penalty under its current constitutional and international legal framework, despite growing public demands following the Garima Chaudhary case. Instead, the government, following talks involving Home Minister Sudan Gurung, Gautam and Garima's parents, reached a three-point agreement that includes a seven-day review of laws and punishments for heinous crimes.
Government And Garima Chaudhary’s Parents Reach Three Point Agreement; A Seven Member Committee To Review Crime And Punishment Laws And Submit Recommendations Within Seven Days, Along With Plans For Her Statue And Funeral According To Family Traditions
Prime Minister Balendra Shah signed performance agreements with ministers at Singha Durbar on August 19, setting key work and expected results for the current fiscal year around good governance, social justice and prosperity. The move puts ministers under clearer performance commitments as the government seeks more measurable results and stronger accountability.
The government is reviewing criminal cases against people arrested or imprisoned over the Gen-Z movement, with possible withdrawal for those prosecuted primarily for participating in the protests while serious criminal offences are expected to remain outside the relief process. The final decision has not yet been made and will depend on the committee's examination and recommendations.
Home Minister Sudhan Gurung has expressed dissatisfaction over MP Khagendra Sunar’s treatment of Nepal Police Chief Dan Bahadur Karki, warning that officials cannot act as judges based solely on allegations and complaints.
Nepal is preparing to purchase drone-supported and other non-lethal crowd-control equipment after four people were killed by police gunfire during recent tensions involving communities in Koshi and Madhesh provinces. Home Minister Sudhan Gurung says the planned system could use drones for tear-gas deployment, surveillance and public announcements, while command centres monitor developing situations and authorities strengthen barricades to reduce risks to people and critical infrastructure.
The government and the Hindu religious front have reached an agreement in Janakpur after talks led by Home Minister Sudhan Gurung. The government will begin work on 12 of the group’s 13 demands, while seeking three months to address the demand to declare Nepal a Hindu nation.
The Government of Nepal and the families of two young men killed in the Devanganj clash have signed a seven point agreement. The deal includes the process to declare the victims as martyrs, Rs 10 lakh in relief for each family, employment opportunities, legal action against those responsible, and the construction of a memorial park.
UML lawmaker Padma Aryal has questioned the government’s accountability over the fatal shooting in Sunsari, asking whether the resignation standards previously demanded from former leaders should now apply to Prime Minister Balen Shah and Home Minister Sudhan Gurung.
Nepal's security chiefs have advised the government that the Sunsari violence cannot be resolved through force alone, urging political, social and religious initiatives to prevent the unrest from spreading.
Nearly ten years after construction began, the Integrated Customs Building at the Rasuwagadhi Nepal–China border remains only 65% complete despite an original three-year deadline. The government has issued what it says will be the final extension, warning that the contractor could lose the project if construction is not completed within the next six to eight months.
The government has formed a five-member committee to investigate the violence in Kaptanganj, Sunsari, where one person died after being shot as police attempted to control a dispute between two groups. A Central Security Committee meeting has also been called.
Every monsoon, Nepal’s roads are disrupted by landslides, floods, and unfinished infrastructure. Heavy rain may trigger the damage, but weak planning, delayed projects, poor oversight, and slow disaster response often make the situation worse. Safer roads will require more than clearing blockages it will take stronger accountability, better drainage, timely warnings, and long-term planning.
Home Minister Sudan Gurung held direct talks with meter interest victims in Nijgadh, Bara, while they were travelling on foot from Janakpurdham to Kathmandu. The protesters presented their concerns and urged the government to take firm action against exploitative lending and unresolved loan-related disputes.
Ganesh Nepali’s elder brother has said the government did not appear to have failed in treatment efforts, while claiming some people tried to influence him to speak against the government.
Prime Minister Balen Shah is facing public questions after Ganesh Nepali’s death, with many recalling his earlier statement that self-immolation reflects the extreme failure of the state.
Ganesh Nepali, who was undergoing treatment at Bir Hospital after suffering severe burn injuries in a self-immolation attempt, has died. The Home Ministry has called an emergency discussion, and Home Minister Sudan Gurung is preparing to visit the hospital.
Nepal Government To Cover Full Treatment Cost Of Burn Victim Ganesh Nepali And Prepare Immediate Transfer To AIIMS New Delhi For Advanced Medical Care After Passport Department Incident
Kathmandu District Court has found most defendants guilty in the fake Bhutanese refugee scam, including former Home Minister Bal Krishna Khand and former Deputy Prime Minister Top Bahadur Rayamajhi, marking a major milestone in one of Nepal's biggest corruption cases.
Nepal is debating whether consensual relationships between teenagers aged 16 to 18 should be treated the same as serious sexual crimes. The proposed Romeo-Juliet Clause aims to separate teenage relationships from exploitation while keeping strict punishment for abuse and coercion. The debate now raises a bigger question: how should the law balance child protection, consent, and fairness?
Home Minister Sudan Gurung has instructed immigration officers at Tribhuvan International Airport to wear the traditional Dhaka Topi while on duty, saying they represent Nepal's first impression to international visitors. The move is intended to strengthen Nepal's cultural identity while encouraging professional, respectful, and welcoming service at the country's main international gateway.
The Ministry of Home Affairs has ordered District Administration Offices across Nepal to conduct regular and surprise inspections of hotels and restaurants after complaints about poor food quality and hygiene. The ministry has also directed officials to take strict action against unsafe food practices and set up easy complaint systems for the public.
A complaint filed at the National Human Rights Commission has accused Home Minister Sudan Gurung and his team of entering a detention room at Sorhakhutte Police Circle and allegedly threatening three detainees.
Home Minister Sudan Gurung informed the National Assembly that investigations and the postmortem report regarding the death of Shreekrishna Bik in Sindhuli police custody found no evidence of physical or mental torture by police. The minister also announced that Nepal Police has introduced a Dalit Cell to improve the handling of cases involving caste discrimination and other sensitive social issues.
Former Home Minister Sudan Gurung's Investigation Report To Be Submitted To Government Today After Probe Into Alleged Business Partnership With Businessman Deepak Bhatta And Controversy Over Share Purchase In Insurance Companies
Rare Albino Buffalo Nicknamed Donald Trump Saved From Eid Sacrifice In Bangladesh After Viral Internet Attention And Massive Public Crowds Forced Government Intervention Before Animal Was Shifted To Dhaka National Zoo For Safety And Public Display
Harka Sampang Shares Viral Facebook Screenshot Claiming Post By Former Home Minister Sudan Gurung, But Fact Check Confirms Image Is Edited, And No Matching Verified Post Exists, Raising Concerns Over Growing Spread Of Misleading And Altered Content On Social Media Platforms
Rabi Lamichhane’s Nakkhu Prison issue and the NHRC’s recommendation to investigate several public figures have brought the Gen Z protest violence back into Nepal’s political spotlight.
NHRC Recommends Action Against KP Sharma Oli, Ramesh Lekhak, And Prithvi Subba Gurung Over Human Rights Violations Linked To Bhadra 23 And 24 Incidents And Suggests New Law For Punishment
The government formed investigation committee probing former Home Minister Sudhan Gurung is preparing to record his statement as the investigation into share ownership, property details, and related allegations moves closer to its final stage. Officials say the report will be based entirely on evidence and documents.
