Experts show problem with the system, including the law that restricts poll body’s powers.

The largest party from the 2017 elections appears set to get relegated to a distant second with gains for the Congress and more bargaining power for the Maoists.

Main opposition says it will remodel its protest and will allow proceedings in view of economic crisis and inflation.

UML reacts with charges of rigging as alliance seems to have worked to give the odds in favour of ruling parties.

In Kathmandu Metropolitan City, poll officials say, just half of the registered voters showed up to cast their ballot.

Fears of shenanigans have grown, prompting measures like CCTV and fencing.

17.73 million people are voting today to elect over 35,000 local representatives for 753 local units.

Police say as many as 62 cases of clashes have been reported between April 24 and Tuesday, May 10, but expect violence to subside with the silent period in force.

Four years of federal parliament have been disappointing for participatory lawmaking.

Local governments only care about construction of roads and bridges, neglecting agriculture, voters say.

Holidays and House rules are obstacles, and there’s the protesting UML too.

An overview of prominent candidates eying Nepal’s most coveted local government post.

Experts hold the federal government equally responsible.

Maha Prasad Adhikari, who returned to office on April 20, will continue in the job until a final verdict.

Close to 41 percent women had won in 2017, but fewer will be elected this time, with nomination number itself down.