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Nepal Seeks India’s Approval to Accept National Identity Card for Cross Border Travel

Nepal has officially asked India to recognise its biometric National Identity Card as a valid travel document for cross border journeys. If approved, the move could make visa free travel easier while supporting Nepal's plan to replace traditional citizenship certificates with a secure digital identity system.

3 hours ago

After Ganesh Nepali's Death, MP Ashika Tamang Steps Forward With Personal Support And A Bigger Appeal

Rastriya Swatantra Party MP Ashika Tamang has donated an amount equal to one month's salary to the family of Ganesh Nepali to help with funeral expenses following his death by self-immolation. She also urged the government to provide long-term support by ensuring employment for his wife, free education for his children, and full implementation of the commitments made under the government's agreement with the family.

Jul 15

Government Signs 9-Point Agreement with Family of Ganesh Nepali After His Death Following Self-Immolation Attempt

The Government of Nepal and Kathmandu Metropolitan City have signed a nine-point agreement with the family of Ganesh Nepali, promising an independent investigation, financial relief, employment for his wife, education support for his daughter, and other assistance following his death after a self-immolation attempt.

Jul 12

From a Wheel Lock to a Tragic Death: The Final Two Hours of Ganesh Nepali and the Questions Facing Kathmandu Metropolitan City

A dispute over a wheel lock outside the Department of Passports was followed by nearly two hours of waiting before 26-year-old ride-hailing driver Ganesh Nepali set himself on fire. Videos, family accounts, official statements, and public protests have raised serious questions about what happened that afternoon.

Jul 11

PM Balen Shah's Past Statements Resurfaces After Ganesh Nepali’s Death

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.

Jul 10

Public Anger Grows After Ganesh Nepali’s Death, Youths Call For Accountability

The death of 25-year-old Ganesh Nepali after a self-immolation attempt has triggered a youth-led protest at Maitighar Mandala, where demonstrators demanded justice and a full investigation. The case has drawn wider attention to the pressures faced by low-income workers and the conduct of public authorities during enforcement actions.

Jul 10

Government To Fund Full Treatment For Burn Victim, Transfer To AIIMS Underway

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

Jul 10

Money Laundering Department Summons Deuba’s Son Jaybir For Statement

The Department of Money Laundering Investigation has issued a seven-day summons to Jaybir Singh Deuba for questioning over alleged suspicious transactions and unusual asset growth on Monday, July 6, 2026.

Jul 7

Nepal Loves Football, So Why Is The World Cup Still A Distant Dream?

Nepal loves football deeply, but love alone has not taken the country to the FIFA World Cup. Weak leadership, ANFA disputes, and unstable management have kept the dream far away

Jul 6

Former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli Named In Statement Over Controversial Passport Tender Split

A statement given to Nepal's anti-corruption agency has linked former Prime Minister and UML chairman KP Sharma Oli to the controversial passport procurement process, with a Foreign Ministry official claiming he instructed authorities to split the tender into two packages. The allegation has surfaced as the CIAA pursues a corruption case over the passport contract, arguing that dividing the tender may have facilitated irregularities and caused financial losses to the state.

Jun 24

CIAA Expands E-Passport Investigation As Former Foreign Minister Arzu Rana Deuba Is Asked To Appear

The CIAA has brought former Foreign Minister Dr. Arzu Rana Deuba into its investigation into the e-passport procurement case and has issued a notice asking her to appear for questioning. The inquiry, which already involves several detained officials, is examining allegations of irregularities in the passport tender process that may have caused significant financial losses to the state.

Jun 17

Passport Procurement Investigation Deepens As CIAA Detains Department Chief

The Commission for the Investigation of Abuse of Authority (CIAA) has detained Passport Department Director General Tirtha Raj Aryal as part of an investigation into alleged irregularities in the e-passport procurement process. The case involves complaints over tender conditions, contract awards worth billions of rupees, and allegations that influential political and business figures attempted to influence the procurement process.

Jun 16

Birgunj Mayor Rajeshman Singh Faces Arrest Warrant In Citizenship Document Forgery Case

Birgunj Metropolitan City Mayor Rajeshman Singh has come under fresh legal pressure after the Parsa District Court issued an arrest warrant against him in a document forgery case. The case is connected to allegations involving citizenship-related documents and claims of false personal details being used in official records.

May 26