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Panel says cases against most Gen Z protest accused can’t be dropped
By Gaurav Pokharel Most of those named in the 445 cases face allegations including murder, arson and looting that cannot be dropped under existing law.
How Tenzing Sherpa became Nepal’s breakout star at the Asian Games
By Sabina Karki The 23-year-old karateka ended Nepal’s medal drought in Nagoya. Behind his bronze, however, lies a story of meagre state support, deep family sacrifice and an ambition to win gold at the next edition.
Armed Police AIG Dahal suspended over alleged information leak
By Gaurav Pokharel Banshiraj Dahal, whose tenure had been recommended for extension, is accused of visiting former chief justice Cholendra Shumsher Rana at a police office without permission.
Mutton prices at a record high. Dashain may push them higher
By Krishana Prasain Traders blame supply shortages, transport, and rising feed costs, while consumer advocates point to middlemen and weak market monitoring.
Thousands of Imran Khan supporters start march to Pakistani capital, party says
By Reuters The rally began on Sunday in northwestern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, which is ruled by Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party, with stops planned at several places before reaching Islamabad.
Home Minister Sudan Gurung to visit India next week
By Anil Giri Gurung will attend the first-ever BIMSTEC home ministers’ meeting in New Delhi, which is expected to discuss cross-cutting security issues among member states.
Nepal scales back flood search as Rs559b reconstruction effort begins
By Anil Giri The government has suspended search and rescue operations for Bhotekoshi-Trishuli floods except in emergencies, directing authorities to accelerate reconstruction and rehabilitation in flood-hit areas.
Nepal to field Dr Sangeeta Kaushal Mishra for WHO regional chief
By Arjun Poudel The position at the WHO’s South-East Asia regional office has been vacant since Saima Wazed, daughter of former Bangladesh prime minister Sheikh Hasina, resigned.
Thapa presents political dossier at Congress’ general convention
By Post Report The political report acknowledges the party’s failures over two decades and proposes organisational restructuring, greater youth participation, and closer scrutiny of the government.
Closed-door session of Congress’ 15th general convention begins
By Post Report Delegates divided into Mountain, Hill and Tarai-Madhes groups to discuss the party president’s political report and proposals on its statute and functioning.
Spanish Prime Minister Sanchez calls snap election for November 29
By Reuters Sanchez is betting on a stronger left-wing mandate as housing protests, corruption scandals and a fragmented parliament weaken his government.
Gagan Thapa can make the case. Can he make the change?
By Sanjeev Satgainya For nearly two decades, the Nepali Congress president has been one of Nepal’s most effective political speakers. As he prepares to lead the party, his greatest strength becomes his biggest test.
Keep kites, balloons and drones away from Kathmandu airport, authorities warn
By Suraj Kunwar Aviation authorities say objects entering flight paths could threaten aircraft taking off and landing.
Nepali Congress to add senior and woman vice-presidents
By Kul Chandra Neupane Central committee also decides to increase general secretaries to three and joint general secretaries to 13.