Why police acted selectively against politicians, sparing security officials
By Gaurav Pokharel Government spokesperson says the administration is following a ‘procedural’ path, while security experts view the selective arrests as a strategic move to maintain police morale.
Inquiry commission recommends action against top security officials
By Gaurav Pokharel Report calls for departmental action against senior police and security officials, and criminal proceedings against top leadership.
Nepal charges 32 in fake rescue scam
By Gaurav Pokharel Fake helicopter rescues and inflated hospital bills used to claim insurance payouts, investigators say.
As Jhapa-5 race tightens, Oli, Balen step up campaigning
By Parbat Portel & Gaurav Pokharel UML chief’s supporters admit he must work harder as voter enthusiasm favours the RSP senior leader.
Balen’s reckoning
By Lekhnath Pant & Gaurav Pokharel Balendra Shah has proven he can win elections and capture imagination. His mayoral record suggests governing is harder.
Dharan rallies to Harka Sampang’s beat as rivals stay quiet
By Gaurav Pokharel, Elina Rai & Parbat Portel Shram Sanskriti Party chair blends grassroots activism with national ambitions in Sunsari–1, challenging established parties.
Clash of titans looms in Jhapa-5 as Balen targets Oli’s bastion
By Gaurav Pokharel Voters say they are eager for a new face and even a small shift in support could throw surprise results.
Kulman Ghising left out as Rabi Lamichhane and Balendra Shah sign 7-point deal
By Gaurav Pokharel Agreement finalised on early Sunday makes no mention of Ujyaalo Nepal Party’s Ghising.
Balendra Shah holds talks with over 30 people, signals move towards new political party
By Gaurav Pokharel The Kathmandu mayor consults politicians, professionals, activists and artists.
CIB recommends prosecution over Durbarmarg land lease
By Gaurav Pokharel Police report on the 30-year lease of Nepal Trust land cites fraud, procedural lapses and bid manipulation, proposing action against former officials.
Kulman Ghising to form political party
By Gaurav Pokharel Incumbent energy minister and former Nepal Electricity Authority chief opts to form his own party as talks with other new groups stall.
In-depth investigation: How the two days of Nepal’s September protests were planned on Discord
By Daya Dudraj & Gaurav Pokharel The platform users discussed making Molotov cocktail, importing arms, setting fire to particular buildings, among other things. But there were calls for restraint as well.
Six suspected Sri Lankan underworld gang members arrested in Kathmandu
By Gaurav Pokharel Key suspect in Sanjeewa Kumara Samararathne murder found hiding in Bhaktapur; immigration department preparing deportation.
Karki govt undecided on arrests of Oli, Lekhak as security chiefs continue to advise caution
By Gaurav Pokharel Prime Minister Sushila Karki urged not to ‘rush into arrests’ ahead of March 5 elections, amid fears action could spark unrest.
Security chiefs advise caution as Prime Minister Karki reviews pressure to arrest KP Oli and Ramesh Lekhak
By Gaurav Pokharel Heads of security agencies urged the government to act within the legal framework amid growing calls to arrest former prime minister Oli and ex-home minister Lekhak.