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Cabinet Clears Path for Major Reforms: Health Aid, Civil Service and Infrastructure Decisions

The Government of Nepal has approved several key decisions from the Cabinet meeting, including accepting USD 20.7 million in US government health assistance, allowing national forest land use for major infrastructure and security projects, and forwarding three important amendment bills to the Federal Parliament. The meeting also approved senior civil service promotions and announced plans to strengthen sports infrastructure and restart domestic leagues.

Sep 29
Cabinet Approves Major National Reforms

Six Months of Balen Government: How Much Has Actually Changed?

Prime Minister Balendra Shah’s government has completed six months in office, after beginning its term with a 100-point governance reform agenda covering administration, corruption control, public services, laws and the economy. At its first 100-day review, the government claimed 87.2% overall progress and said 70 of the 100 agenda items had been implemented, but six months into the term, several promised legal and institutional reforms remain unfinished.

Sep 28
Balen Government Completes Six Months

After the Flood Took So Much, Nepal Moves to Protect Their Education With a Rs 1 Arba Scholarship Plan for Affected Children

The Nepal government has announced a “Secure Future Scholarship Scheme” worth around Rs 1 Arba to help children affected by the Bhotekoshi flood continue their education, with approximately 1,000 students expected to benefit. The program covers children from early childhood development through Grade 12 and can provide full, partial or residential scholarships along with textbooks, uniforms, educational materials, accommodation and meals.

Sep 8
Flood Cannot End Their Education

Nepal Government Wants To Build Its Own Software, But What Happens To Private IT Companies?

Nepal’s Cabinet has approved the Software Development and Operation Committee Formation Order, 2083, clearing the institutional path for a government mechanism intended to develop, operate and maintain software used by public agencies while strengthening state control over digital systems. The government sees the initiative as a way to improve security, ownership and digital independence, while parts of Nepal’s private IT industry have questioned whether the state should become a software developer instead of working with domestic technology companies.

Aug 20
overnment Takes Software Development In-House

Questions Online Minutes Into TU Exam? Government Launches Investigation Into Alleged MBS Paper Leak

Nepal's government has ordered an official investigation after the question paper for Tribhuvan University's MBS First Semester examination was allegedly shared online while the test was still underway. Education Minister Sasmit Pokharel has instructed authorities to carry out a thorough investigation and pursue legal action if anyone is found responsible, while TU and the Nepal Police Cyber Bureau continue examining the incident.

Jul 26
Government Investigates Alleged TU Paper Leak

Sunday Holiday Rumors Put To Rest As Government Confirms Two-Day Weekend Will Stay

The Government of Nepal has confirmed that there is no plan to cancel the Sunday public holiday, dismissing speculation that the country would soon return to a six-day workweek. Government spokesperson Sasmit Pokharel said the two-day weekend will continue for the foreseeable future, and no proposal has been prepared to change the existing arrangement.

Jul 24
Sunday Holiday Will Continue Unchanged

Balen Government Says It Has Completed Most Of Its 100-Day Reform Agenda

The Balen Shah-led government says it has made significant progress during its first 100 days, reporting that most of its planned reforms have been completed or are close to completion. While the government views the report as proof of effective governance, many people will ultimately judge its performance based on whether public services and daily life have improved.

Jul 5
100 Days Completed 100-Days

Education Minister Sasmit Pokharel Responds After Class 12 Students Protest Over NEB Results

Education Minister Sasmit Pokharel has responded after Class 12 students protested at Maitighar over concerns about NEB results, saying the evaluation process was clear and reliable. He also announced that a committee has been formed with deputy secretary-level representatives from the Ministry of Education and Sports and the Curriculum Development Centre to conduct sample testing of answer sheets and verify marks and data entry.

Jun 25
Student Protest at Maitighar