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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

Nepal Plans New City for Flood-Displaced Families Instead of Rebuilding in Devastated Areas

Nepal’s government plans to develop a new organized settlement on safer land for families displaced by the recent floods instead of returning them to some of the worst-hit locations. Infrastructure Minister Sunil Lamsal said the proposed settlement would include schools, hospitals and industries, although its location, budget and construction timeline have not yet been announced.

Sep 21

One Year Ago, Nepal Turned to Sushila Karki After Gen Z Protests Changed the Country

One year ago, on September 12, 2025, former Chief Justice Sushila Karki was sworn in as Nepal’s first woman Prime Minister, taking charge of an interim government after the Gen Z movement, deadly unrest and the resignation of KP Sharma Oli pushed the country into an extraordinary political crisis. Karki, already known as Nepal’s first female Chief Justice and for her strong anti-corruption image, was given the immediate responsibility of restoring stability and taking the country toward a new House of Representatives election within six months.

Sep 13

Amresh Kumar Singh Accuses Balen Shah Government of Undermining Constitution and Running ‘Authoritarian’ Rule

RSP lawmaker Amresh Kumar Singh has criticised Prime Minister Balen Shah’s government, accusing it of undermining constitutional principles, interfering with state institutions and moving toward an “authoritarian” style of governance.

Sep 10

Nepal and South Korea Strengthen Cooperation as Search for Missing Koreans Continues After Bhote Koshi Floods

Nepal and South Korea discuss rescue, relief and reconstruction after the Bhote Koshi floods, including support for missing nationals and climate action.

Sep 6

Gen Z Martyrs Remembered as Statue Foundation Laid at Singha Durbar in Their Memory

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.

Sep 6

Rasuwa Flood Emergency: Government Launches Four Major Response Measures as High-Level Meetings Decide Next Steps

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.

Aug 26

PM Balen Shah Puts Ministers On Performance Agreements: Will Written Targets Bring Clearer Accountability And Results?

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.

Aug 19

After Repeated Delays, Nepal’s 10th National Games Finally Get New December Dates

The NSC has fixed December 2–15, 2026, for the long-delayed 10th National Games in Surkhet and approved the required standards and guidelines for the competition. The board also approved Nepal's participation in the 20th Asian Games in Japan, moved ahead with the first National Para Games from December 30, and discussed the continuing ANFA dispute.

Aug 14

No Dark Glasses, No Casual Dress? Nepal Parliament Moves Toward Stricter Rules

House of Representatives Speaker Dol Prasad Aryal is moving to tighten parliamentary discipline, with lawmakers expected to follow formal or culturally appropriate dress standards, display the official parliamentary emblem and avoid unnecessarily leaving the chamber while meetings are underway. A further reported proposal would restrict dark sunglasses inside the chamber without a medical justification, as Parliament seeks to make proceedings more disciplined and professional.

Aug 6

UML Questions PM’s Accountability Over Sunsari Shooting, Asks If Resignation Standard Applies Equally

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.

Jul 30

Parliament Building Misses Sixth Completion Deadline as Government Plans Seventh Extension

Nepal's new Parliament Building at Singha Durbar has missed its sixth construction deadline after reaching 96 percent completion yet. The government is now preparing a seventh deadline extension to finish the remaining work, nearly four years after the project was originally scheduled for completion.

Jul 29

New Re. 1 And Rs. 2 Coins Approved As Cabinet Unveils Seven Major Decisions

The Cabinet has approved the minting of newly designed Re. 1 and Rs. 2 coins, authorizing Nepal Rastra Bank to begin production, while also forming a high-level negotiation team to address the concerns of loan shark victims. Other decisions include accepting a USD 1.81 million South Korean grant for a legal information system, approving new staff structures across government agencies, and endorsing measures related to forests, contract employees and the Policy Research Institute.

Jul 16

Illegal Parking Inside Singha Durbar Raises Questions Over Equal Enforcement of Traffic Rules

Illegal parking inside Singha Durbar has sparked criticism as vehicles continue to block roads and footpaths despite strict traffic enforcement elsewhere in Nepal. The situation has raised concerns about equal application of the law, particularly as blocked walkways create serious accessibility problems for people with disabilities.

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

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

NepaConnect Appears on Google Play Store Ahead of Official Launch, Revealing Nepal Government's Secure Messaging Platform

NepaConnect, Nepal Government's secure messaging app, appears on Google Play Store with encrypted chat, Shinga AI, NepaCloud, and official collaboration tools.

Jun 26

Supreme Court Justice Manoj Kumar Sharma Unanimously Endorsed As Nepal’s New Chief Justice

Parliamentary Hearing Committee Unanimously Endorses Supreme Court Justice Manoj Kumar Sharma As Nepal’s New Chief Justice With a Six-Year Term And Major Judicial Reform Plans, Including an E-Court System And Faster Case Resolution

May 19