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Indian Helicopter Airspace Entry Explained

Foreign Minister Shishir Khanal said an Indian helicopter entered Nepali airspace in Darchula because of bad weather and poor visibility, not because of any planned or harmful intention. He added that Nepal is coordinating with India while continuing diplomatic efforts to resolve border issues in Susta, Kalapani, Limpiyadhura and Lipulekh.

16 hours ago

Former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli Named In Statement Over Controversial Passport Tender Split

A statement given to Nepal's anti-corruption agency has linked former Prime Minister and UML chairman KP Sharma Oli to the controversial passport procurement process, with a Foreign Ministry official claiming he instructed authorities to split the tender into two packages. The allegation has surfaced as the CIAA pursues a corruption case over the passport contract, arguing that dividing the tender may have facilitated irregularities and caused financial losses to the state.

Jun 24

CIAA Expands E-Passport Investigation As Former Foreign Minister Arzu Rana Deuba Is Asked To Appear

The CIAA has brought former Foreign Minister Dr. Arzu Rana Deuba into its investigation into the e-passport procurement case and has issued a notice asking her to appear for questioning. The inquiry, which already involves several detained officials, is examining allegations of irregularities in the passport tender process that may have caused significant financial losses to the state.

Jun 17

Passport Procurement Investigation Deepens As CIAA Detains Department Chief

The Commission for the Investigation of Abuse of Authority (CIAA) has detained Passport Department Director General Tirtha Raj Aryal as part of an investigation into alleged irregularities in the e-passport procurement process. The case involves complaints over tender conditions, contract awards worth billions of rupees, and allegations that influential political and business figures attempted to influence the procurement process.

Jun 16

China Commits To Accelerating Nepal Projects During High-Level Talks In Beijing

China has assured Nepal that it will speed up the implementation of ongoing bilateral projects and previously agreed development initiatives. The commitment was made during talks between the foreign ministers of the two countries, where both sides discussed expanding cooperation across multiple sectors.

Jun 16

Sher Bahadur Deuba And Arzu Deuba Could Still Face Arrest If Special Court Approves Fresh Warrant

Nepal’s Supreme Court has issued an interim order preventing the arrest of former Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba and former Foreign Minister Arzu Deuba, stating that the arrest warrant approval was issued by a court lacking proper jurisdiction under the amended money laundering law.

May 26