India-China push to resume Lipulekh trade reignites Nepal’s concerns
It could be an early diplomatic test for the incoming Rastriya Swatantra Party government.
Anil Giri
China protests burning of President Xi Jinping’s book in Nepal college
Hundreds of copies of the book were set on fire at Manamohan Technical College on Saturday night. This is the latest in a series of events in Nepal that has irked China.
Nepal’s Rastriya Swatantra Party to amend charter to make Balendra Shah prime minister
The PM candidate is said to be in favour of forming a Cabinet of around 15 members.
Nepal’s new government wants to court India, China, and the West — without owing any of them
The Rastriya Swatantra Party calls it “development diplomacy.” Experts say it's an attempt to attract investment and aid without the political strings that have made MCC and…
Nepal’s Balen Shah’s rise contributes to the fall of identity politics
Most parties with regional and identity agendas have been decimated in Thursday’s election.
Security agencies say Nepal is ready for March 5 polls
Prime Minister Sushila Karki, the Election Commission, and security agencies review preparedness and risks.
US court lets Trump administration end Temporary Protection Status for Nepalis
Over 7,000 Nepalis living in the US are now at risk of detention and deportation.
Nepal-India mutual legal assistance pact ready for signing
Officials from the PM’s Office and the foreign ministry say an agreement is needed, but share concerns over an election-time deal.
Heavyweights enter Nepal’s electoral race, while some sit out
Former prime ministers, party chiefs and popular mayors file nominations for the March polls.
Nepali Congress splits again
This is the third split since 1950. The March 5 elections could be affected as both factions claim legitimacy from the Election Commission.