In a volte-face, the party says it may now partner with leftists and progressives barring Congress and UML.

Temporary closures may be enforced, private and public resources commandeered for disaster response efforts.

THMDCN, the trans-Himalayan network, includes railways, roads, aviation, digital links and community connections.

Some topics Nepal wanted to discuss with India were not raised in the Oli-Modi meeting in New York.

South Asian leaders, USAID chief Power and MCC CEO Albright are among others interacting with the prime minister on the UN General Assembly sidelines.

Nepali ISPs and government await full text of Supreme Court’s ruling to resolve tax and royalty disputes.

Nominations approved by majority, overriding objections.

Party discussed issue on Friday, but no consensus reached on how to proceed, says General Secretary Pokharel.

But there is some disagreement in the coalition over timing and motives behind the plan to remove Rana.

Emirate amnesty for undocumented foreigners will let them hold job or leave without fines. Scheme remains valid till October-end.

Leaders cite existing partnership with Congress and lessons from past left alliances as reasons to avoid electoral alliances.

DNA tests are underway for more than 50 Nepali nationals, so the death toll could spike, say officials.

Contract for 18km power line signed. Land acquisition must for project’s success: Official

Party chief Deuba wants to amend proposals, but the two general secretaries are firmly opposed to any changes.

Residents of 15 districts who rely on Tibet for trade and daily needs will benefit from the new arrangement.