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Rastriya Swatantra Party lawmaker Ganesh Karki has raised concerns about the growing use of artificial intelligence in Nepal’s Parliament, saying lawmakers must not allow technology to replace their own judgment and responsibility.
One year ago, on September 12, 2025, former Chief Justice Sushila Karki was sworn in as Nepal’s first woman Prime Minister, taking charge of an interim government after the Gen Z movement, deadly unrest and the resignation of KP Sharma Oli pushed the country into an extraordinary political crisis. Karki, already known as Nepal’s first female Chief Justice and for her strong anti-corruption image, was given the immediate responsibility of restoring stability and taking the country toward a new House of Representatives election within six months.
Education Minister Sasmit Pokharel Cuts Short Speech And Leaves With Security After Being Booed And Heckled At Curriculum Consultation In Siraha
RSP lawmaker Amresh Kumar Singh has criticised Prime Minister Balen Shah’s government, accusing it of undermining constitutional principles, interfering with state institutions and moving toward an “authoritarian” style of governance.
The US Iran war has expanded into the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most important energy routes, as attacks on oil tankers increase risks to global shipping and oil supplies. The growing conflict also threatens the Persian Gulf’s marine ecosystems, fishing communities and desalination systems, raising fears that a major oil spill could turn the military crisis into a long term environmental disaster.
Nepal registers a new Payment and Settlement Bill to modernize digital payments, strengthen customer protection and allow qualified foreign payment providers to operate under Nepal Rastra Bank rules.
A foundation stone has been laid at the Parliament premises in Singha Durbar in memory of those who lost their lives during the Gen Z movement, with the government pledging to work toward fulfilling the hopes and expectations of the movement.
Pragya Timilsina, a young Nepali-origin municipal council member in Bruges, Belgium, raised the need for emergency support for people affected by the recent disaster near the Nepal-Tibet border. Her request received broad council support, with €20,000 in emergency assistance committed, and the required formal application has already been submitted.
CPN-UML Chairman KP Sharma Oli says the party will provide at least Rs 1.2 crore in relief to people affected by the floods, with the party deciding whether to deliver the support directly or through the government relief fund.
The Cabinet has directed the Finance Ministry to prepare a Business Recovery Package for people and businesses affected by the Rasuwagadhi-Bhotekoshi flood, while the Prime Minister and all ministers will contribute one month’s salary to the disaster relief fund. The government also approved in principle the G2G purchase of 25,000 metric tons of DAP fertilizer from India.
Prime Minister Balen Shah visited Bidur and nearby flood-hit areas of Nuwakot on Thursday, meeting affected and injured people, inspecting damage and receiving briefings from local and security officials. He ordered authorities to provide immediate relief to displaced families, reopen blocked roads, restore damaged infrastructure and accelerate rehabilitation and reconstruction.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has spoken with Nepal Prime Minister Balen Shah following the devastating floods in Nepal, expressing condolences and assuring that India is ready to provide humanitarian assistance.
Nepal has mobilized security forces, helicopters, medical teams and disaster agencies after a major flood struck Timure and Syabrubesi in Rasuwa and moved downstream through the Bhote Koshi–Trishuli river system. Emergency meetings are underway while authorities focus on rescue operations, evacuation of vulnerable communities and preparation for possible further impacts.
The Nepal government has announced a 100% exemption from import taxes and duties on qualifying vehicles for officially recognized families of Gen Z movement martyrs and people classified as seriously or very seriously injured, if the vehicle is purchased for self-employment. The exemption applies to petrol or diesel vehicles with a transaction value of up to Rs 15 lakh and electric vehicles worth up to Rs 20 lakh, and is available only during FY 2083/84, or 2026/27.
Prime Minister Balen Shah has submitted an eye examination report to the Federal Parliament Secretariat explaining his need to wear dark glasses during House meetings because of sensitivity to bright light and dry eyes.
Shram Sanskriti Party chair Harka Sampang has questioned the purpose of Prime Minister Balen Shah’s private visit to Mustang, arguing that the prime minister’s position carries public responsibilities even during personal travel.
Nepal is exploring ways to store data generated by electric vehicles within the country, as officials and cybersecurity experts warn that foreign-hosted vehicle data could create privacy and national security risks.
