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- Nepal parliament puts lawmakers’ attendance online
New website allows the public to view lawmakers’ profiles, parliamentary proceedings and documents.
Public affairs · DigiGovNepal · - Will flood-damaged highways be travel-ready by Dashain?
Road links between Lamjung-Manang, Parbat-Baglung and Myagdi-Mustang severed after rain since Saturday night.
Public affairs · DigiGovNepal · - Heavy rain kills at least 17 across western Nepal
At least 1,451 people have been displaced. Floods and landslides have completely damaged 179 houses and partially damaged 26 others, while another 270 houses are at risk, according to police.
Public affairs · DigiGovNepal · - Former chief justice Rana’s midnight detention leaves the chain of authority unexplained
Police say they acted over a ‘security threat’, but have not identified it or explained why a crime investigation team was sent to take the former chief justice from his home.
Public affairs · DigiGovNepal · - Two bodies recovered from Himlung avalanche site
Identities of the victims remain unknown as rescuers search the area after an avalanche left 14 people unaccounted for.
Public affairs · DigiGovNepal · - How did Prime Minister Shah’s address become impactful?
Carrying a rapper background and the style of expressing certain topics directly and clearly on social media, the 'Balen vibe' is sustained in the PM’s UNGA speech.
Public affairs · DigiGovNepal · - Former chief justice Rana released after police take him from home
Police cited a security threat but have yet to explain what prompted them to remove Cholendra Shumsher Rana from his Maharajgunj residence.
Public affairs · DigiGovNepal · - Floods and landslides kill 12 across Nepal
Seven people remain missing and more than 1,100 have been evacuated as heavy rain raises the risk of further disasters.
Public affairs · DigiGovNepal · - Public Service Commission gives opinion on Civil Service Bill
Kathmandu, September 27 The Public Service Commission (PSC) has submitted its opinion on the Federal Civil Service Bill to the government. Lokhari Basyal, joint secretary at the Ministry of Land Management,…
Public affairs · DigiGovNepal · - Former Chief Justice Cholendra Shumsher Rana released, handed over to family
Kathmandu, September 27 Former Chief Justice Cholendra Shumsher Rana has been handed over to his family. SP Rameshwar Karki of the Crime Investigation Office said Rana, who was taken from his residence at midnight on…
Public affairs · DigiGovNepal · - 14 Nepalis missing on Himlung after avalanche as bad weather hampers rescue
Helicopters are on standby in Kathmandu and Pokhara, but poor weather has so far prevented rescuers from reaching the mountain.
Public affairs · DigiGovNepal · - Shram Sanskriti Party proposes visa system for Nepal’s open borders
Kathmandu, September 27 The Shram Sanskriti Party has proposed tightening Nepal’s open borders and introducing a visa system as part of amendments to a bill aimed at controlling human trafficking and smuggling. Party…
Public affairs · DigiGovNepal · - Flood washes away around 80 houses in Parbat as landslide kills one in Palpa
The Kaligandaki river flooded the Farse settlement, while a landslide buried a house and a cattle shed in Palpa, leaving one dead and two missing.
Public affairs · DigiGovNepal · - Nepal could receive $20 million from loss and damage fund: Foreign Minister Khanal
New York, September 27 Foreign Minister Shishir Khanal has said Nepal could receive $20 million (Rs 3.65 billion) immediately from the Fund for Responding to Loss and Damage. Khanal, who is in the United States to…
Public affairs · DigiGovNepal · - What we know, and what we don’t know about Cholendra Shumsher Rana’s detention
Rana was taken from his home at around 3am after police cited a security threat. Hours later, questions remain over whether he was arrested, detained or taken into protective custody.
Public affairs · DigiGovNepal · - 10 missing after avalanche hits Himlung Himal
Climbers and support staff are unaccounted for after an avalanche struck the 7,126-metre peak in Manang’s Nar Phu area.
Public affairs · DigiGovNepal · - Cholendra Rana’s overnight detention raises questions as police cite security threat
Kathmandu, September 27 Former Chief Justice Cholendra Shumsher JB Rana was taken into custody from his residence in Maharajgunj on Saturday night, with police saying he was brought to the Criminal Investigation Office…
Public affairs · DigiGovNepal · - Police say Rana brought to office after security concerns
Authorities say the former chief justice was taken from his Maharajgunj residence after a security threat, but he faces no criminal case and will be released.
Public affairs · DigiGovNepal · - Relentless rain triggers floods, landslides across Nepal
Floodwaters sweep away six houses in Butwal, major rivers cross danger marks in Chitwan and landslides disrupt highways and roads in several districts.
Public affairs · DigiGovNepal · - Why was former Chief Justice Cholendra Rana arrested?
Kathmandu, September 25 Former Chief Justice Cholendra Rana has been arrested amid allegations that he was attempting to influence judicial proceedings and was becoming increasingly involved in political activities.…
Public affairs · DigiGovNepal · - Deuba faction moves ahead with parallel Congress convention
Deuba’s camp will begin its ward conventions on October 1 and hold a central convention in December as the Supreme Court review of the leadership dispute remains pending.
Public affairs · DigiGovNepal · - Khanal meets UAE counterpart, thanks Abu Dhabi for $25m flood aid
Foreign minister Shisir Khanal also holds talks with his Armenian counterpart on expanding bilateral cooperation
Public affairs · DigiGovNepal · - Police arrest former chief justice Cholendra Shumsher Rana
A senior police source confirmed that officers arrested Rana at his Maharajgunj residence on Sunday, with further details yet to emerge.
Public affairs · DigiGovNepal · - Incessant rains trigger widespread flooding in Tarai, disrupt key highway links across Nepal
Swollen Narayani and Saptakoshi rivers submerge hundreds of homes in Nawalparasi West and Saptari, forcing rescues. Landslides and road erosion cut off vital routes, including Prithvi and BP highways.
Public affairs · DigiGovNepal · - For 26 years, India has searched passengers at Kathmandu airport. Nepal can’t say why
The screening, which has run since the IC814 hijacking, was made public by India, including a record in its parliament, in 2000. In Kathmandu, three separate government agencies say they can’t find a clear paper trail…
Public affairs · DigiGovNepal · - Finance Minister Wagle leaves for Doha
Wagle is expected to seek support for post-flood reconstruction and climate finance while advancing infrastructure projects with the multilateral lender.
Public affairs · DigiGovNepal · - Chief Ministers to gather in Biratnagar to discuss challenges of federalism
The two-day meeting will explore inter-provincial trade and investment, legal hurdles and coordination with local and federal governments.
Public affairs · DigiGovNepal · - As rain returns, flood survivors endure cold—and leaking tents
Damp weather has raised health concerns for infants and vulnerable groups as permanent resettlement plan awaits central government approval.
Public affairs · DigiGovNepal · - Shah returns from UNGA after putting climate crisis at centre of Nepal’s global pitch
Nepal’s prime minister highlighted the Bhotekoshi floods, climate justice and Himalayan risks at the UN General Assembly, while seeking greater international support for resilience and reconstruction.
Public affairs · DigiGovNepal · - From chief minister to shopkeeper, Trilochan Bhatta embraces ordinary life
After five years at the helm of Sudurpaschim province, Bhatta has returned to a modest routine behind a grocery shop counter.
Public affairs · DigiGovNepal · - Landslide kills one as heavy rain disrupts life across Nepal
Rising rivers, landslides and blocked roads have disrupted communities across several districts, while hundreds of residents have been moved to safer locations.
Public affairs · DigiGovNepal · - Snow and rain disrupt life across Nepal’s highlands
Heavy snowfall and persistent rain have brought colder conditions to high-altitude areas of Jumla, Jajarkot, Gorkha and Manang, affecting residents, livestock and trekkers.
Public affairs · DigiGovNepal · - From the Himalayas to the islands, Nepal calls for a united climate response
Nepal brings mountain and island nations together under its “Sagarmatha to the Sea” banner to push for climate finance, stronger early-warning systems and deeper cooperation.
Public affairs · DigiGovNepal · - Gulf job opportunities are narrowing for Nepalis
New labour approvals have fallen 52 percent since the Iran war began, with some workers sent home on unpaid leave.
Public affairs · DigiGovNepal · - Heavy rains cut off key roads to Kathmandu
Travel restrictions imposed on several major highways. Snowfall has disrupted trekking in mountain areas.
Public affairs · DigiGovNepal · - Foreign Minister Khanal gives Nepal a strong voice across UN General Assembly forums
With around 40 bilateral and multilateral engagements, the foreign minister has highlighted Nepal’s climate vulnerability and the concerns of developing countries.
Public affairs · DigiGovNepal · - International media highlight Shah’s climate message, regional proposal—and shades
Coverage of the prime minister’s UN address has centred on Nepal’s floods, climate justice and a proposed Himalayan climate resilience mechanism.
Public affairs · DigiGovNepal · - Balen Shah takes Nepal’s climate justice message to UNGA
New York, September 25 As evening fell outside the United Nations headquarters on the banks of the East River along 42nd Street, the cold wind grew sharper. Inside, however, the General Assembly Hall was the scene of…
Public affairs · DigiGovNepal · - Heavy rain disrupts travel, raises flood and landslide risks across Nepal
Roads reopen in Taplejung but night travel is restricted in several districts, while rising river levels, damaged homes and snowfall affect communities across the country
Public affairs · DigiGovNepal · - Deuba group deploys central representatives for 15th general convention
Kathmandu, September 25 The group led by former Nepali Congress president Sher Bahadur Deuba has deployed central representatives across the country as part of preparations for the party’s 15th general convention. The…
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