A meeting of the five-party coalition earlier on Thursday apportioned the 165 first-past-the-post House of Representatives seats based on a four-point criteria.

Political leaders claim that they have reached a deal on most of the 165 House of Representatives seats.

The party’s members in general support the head of state’s moves but the UML has yet to make its position public.

Given that reforming and restructuring the global body is easier said than done, Nepal should tread the matter lightly, experts say.

Her refusal will deny state ID to half a million people who awaited the bill’s passage.

Congress has reportedly included senior leaders Bimalendra Nidhi, Ram Sharan Mahat, Arzu Rana Deuba and Gopal Man Shrestha on its list.

While events in India will have an impact, religion is as yet not a big vote-puller in Nepal.

Ministry says government formed after November polls will take a call on if Nepalis can join Indian Army’s plan.

Li was also keen to know about the status of the MCC Compact and commended Nepal’s stand on the SPP.

Unified Socialist deputy general secretary dismisses prospect of joint manifesto while Maoist Centre leader says two parties will merge their documents later.

Even in the past, China has clearly expressed its wish for a strong and united communist party in Nepal.

While JSP is confident of wins in Madhes, Congress too has ample reason not to concede too many seats.

Task force submits its final report to top alliance leaders who will now take the final call.

A 17-year-old girl, in the presence of her guardian, filed a complaint against the national cricket team captain at Gaushala Police Circle on Tuesday accusing him of rape.

Congress has settled for 86 seats, according to several task force leaders.