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Arrest Does Not Mean Handcuffs: Supreme Court Sets Limits for Nepal Police

The Supreme Court has ordered Nepal Police to stop routinely handcuffing every person arrested for investigation, ruling that restraints should be used only after an objective assessment finds a genuine risk of escape, violent resistance, or harm to the arrested person or others. The interim order, issued by a joint bench of Justices Nahakul Subedi and Shanti Singh Thapa, also requires police to record why handcuffs were considered necessary in each case.

Sep 22

“The Era of Managing Traffic by Waving Hands Must End”: IGP Karki Calls for AI-Powered Traffic Management

Nepal Police Inspector General Dan Bahadur Karki has called for an end to the practice of traffic police standing in the middle of busy roads and controlling vehicles with hand signals, urging wider use of AI-powered CCTV and modern technology.

Sep 13

Green Army Nepal Registration Reportedly Cancelled Amid Controversy Over Military-Style Uniforms and Activities

Green Army Nepal’s registration has reportedly been cancelled following controversy over its military-style name, uniforms, structure and disaster-response activities.

Sep 6

Nepal Government Introduces One-Door System for Bhotekoshi Flood Relief to Centralise Donations and Prevent Unauthorised Fundraising

Nepal introduces a one-door system for Bhotekoshi flood relief, centralising cash and material donations and warning against unauthorised fundraising.

Aug 27

Rasuwa Flood: 165 Bodies Recovered, 826 Still Missing As Search Enters Second Day

Nepal's Rasuwa flood disaster has left 165 bodies recovered and 826 people missing as of around 8:15 AM Thursday, including 85 security personnel and 579 tourists, while 104 people have been rescued. Search operations continue across the Bhotekoshi-Trishuli-Narayani corridor as authorities work to locate the missing and scientists investigate a major glacial collapse and debris flow believed to have triggered the disaster.

Aug 27

Why Sobita Gautam Says Nepal Cannot Introduce the Death Penalty Despite Public Demands

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.

Aug 23

Government And Garima Chaudhary’s Family Reach Three Point Agreement

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

Aug 23

Nepal Cabinet Approves 11 Major Decisions, Including Rs 5,000 Pay Rise and Rs 2.73 Billion Japan Grant

Nepal Cabinet announces 11 major decisions, including a Rs 5,000 monthly increase for school staff, Rs 2.73 billion Japanese grant for Tribhuvan Airport and key international and administrative decisions.

Aug 19

National ID Server Problem Disrupts Services Across 16 Government Agencies As Outdated System Causes Repeated Delays

A technical problem in Nepal’s National ID Management Information System has disrupted verification services across 16 government agencies, including the Department of Passports.

Aug 7

Home Minister Sudhan Gurung And Devanganj Victims’ Families Sign Seven Point Agreement

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.

Jul 31

Security Chiefs Advised Home Ministry To Find A Political, Social And Religious Solution To Sunsari Violence

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.

Jul 29

Home Ministry Recalls Sunsari CDO and Senior Security Officials After Deadly Dewanganj Clash Leaves One Dead

The Home Ministry has recalled the Sunsari CDO and several senior security officials after a deadly clash in Dewanganj left one person dead and 24 injured. A high-level investigation has been launched, and curfew has been imposed.

Jul 27

Government Forms Five-Member Committee To Investigate Deadly Sunsari Incident

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.

Jul 27

One Card for Everything? Why Nepal's National Identity Card Is Becoming Essential for Digital Wallets, Public Services and Even India Travel

Nepal’s NID aims to simplify identity verification across public services, digital wallets and possible India travel. However, card delays, implementation issues and privacy concerns remain.

Jul 26

Nationwide Hotel And Restaurant Inspection Drive

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.

Jul 1

Government Chooses In-House Control For National Identity Card Programme

The Nepal government has cancelled an international tender for technical support of the National Identity Card Management Information System (NIDMIS) and plans to operate the system internally. The decision comes despite printer failures, server disruptions, reduced card production, and a backlog affecting millions of applicants waiting for their national identity cards.

Jun 23

Prime Minister Balen Shah Brings National Investigation Department Back Under Prime Minister’s Office

Prime Minister Balendra Shah Brings National Investigation Department Back Under Prime Minister’s Office Through Government Work Division Regulation Restructuring 18 Ministries While Previous Home Ministry Control Is Reversed And Earlier Centralization Model From 2018 Is Partly Restored

May 15