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Election Commission: All parties ready for upcoming polls, including those that once boycotted elections
Prime Minister Sushila Karki held a meeting with officials of the Election Commission on Wednesday to discuss preparations for the upcoming elections. A team comprising Acting Chief Election Commissioner Ram Prasad Bhandari, Commissioners Janaki Tuladhar and Sagun Shamsher Rana, along with other senior officials, met with the Prime Minister at her office. During the discussion, the commission informed that over 60 percent of election-related preparations have been completed and expressed confidence that the elections scheduled for March 5 can be conducted as planned.
SC seeks written response on validity of Chief Minister Yadav’s appointment
The Supreme Court has issued a show cause order, seeking a written response regarding the legality of Madhesh Province Chief Minister Saroj Yadav’s appointment. A single bench of Justice Nityananda Pandey on Wednesday directed Chief Minister Yadav to submit his written response through the Office of the Attorney General within 15 days. The order was issued during the preliminary hearing of a writ petition filed by Krishna Prasad Yadav and 74 other provincial assembly members challenging Yadav’s appointment. The court has also summoned both parties for a hearing on November 16.
Nepali Communist Party and Matrubhumi Jagaran Abhiyan sign seven-point unification agreement
The Nepali Communist Party (NCP) and the Matrubhumi Jagaran Abhiyan Nepal have signed a seven-point agreement paving the way for organizational unification. The agreement, signed on Wednesday, aims to build a strong and dynamic party guided by patriotism and socialism. It was signed by NCP Coordinators Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’ and Madhav Kumar Nepal, and Matrubhumi Jagaran Abhiyan Coordinator Dr. Bhim Rawal. According to the agreement, both sides have pledged to safeguard Nepal’s national sovereignty, unity, independence, integrity, and self-respect, while promoting a politics and economy free from foreign interference.
Bhim Rawal says unification with NCP heals ‘old wounds’ of party split
Dr. Bhim Rawal, the founder of Matri Bhumi Jagaran Abhiyan, Nepal, has said that the organizational unification with the Nepali Communist Party (NCP) has helped heal the wounds of the party’s past division. Speaking after signing the agreement on party unification, Rawal said, “When the then NCP was split by those pursuing vested interests, I left this place with a heavy heart. Today, returning to this same platform and engaging in ideological dialogue with the same comrades feels like applying balm to the painful wounds of separation.”
Prachanda claims all UML leaders will eventually join Nepali Communist Party
Coordinator of the newly formed Nepali Communist Party (NCP), Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’, has claimed that all leaders of the CPN-UML will eventually leave the party and join the new NCP. Speaking briefly with reporters at the party’s central office in Parisdanda on Wednesday, Dahal said UML Chairperson KP Sharma Oli only talks big and that the UML is gradually losing its leadership base.
Durga Prasai-led group submits 27-point demand to govt; urged to contest elections
The group led by Durga Prasai, which recently announced protests against the interim government, has submitted a 27-point demand to the Ministry of Home Affairs. Prasai’s team from the “Rashtra, Rastriyata, Dharma, Sanskriti tatha Nagarik Bachau Maha Abhiyan” presented the demand letter to Home Minister Om Prakash Aryal on Wednesday. After receiving the list of demands, Minister Aryal advised Prasai to register a political party and participate in the upcoming House of Representatives elections scheduled for March 5. Although Prasai did not personally visit Singha Durbar, his representatives submitted the memorandum to the Home Ministry.
Nepali Communist Party calls UML’s ‘homecoming campaign’ a political stunt
The newly unified Nepali Communist Party (NCP) has dismissed the CPN-UML’s recent homecoming campaign as a mere political stunt. Speaking at a welcoming program in Kathmandu on Wednesday, where former UML Vice Chairman Dr. Bhim Rawal officially joined the unified party, leader Prakash Jwala criticized UML’s campaign as a staged act.
Seven-party alliance continues protests in Janakpurdham against Madhesh Province government
Seven political parties continued their protests on Wednesday against the formation of the Madhesh Province government, alleging that it was formed unconstitutionally. Demonstrators gathered in front of the Madhesh Bhawan demanding the dismissal of Chief Minister Saroj Kumar Yadav. Raising slogans against Yadav’s appointment, the protesters, led by the seven-party alliance, insisted that the Chief Minister’s appointment was illegal and must be revoked. Ram Ashish Yadav, Chief Coordinator of Janata Samajwadi Party (JSP) in Madhesh Province, said their protest was directed against the unconstitutional actions of the Province Head.
Sudan Gurung calls Gen-Z groups for strategy meeting ahead of elections
Sudan Gurung, coordinator of The Council of Gen-Z, has called leaders of three Gen-Z groups for a joint meeting on Wednesday to discuss their strategy ahead of the upcoming elections. Leaders from Gen-Z Movement Alliance and Gen-Z Front, along with Gurung’s own group, will participate in the meeting. The agenda includes deciding whether the Gen-Z groups will register as separate political parties or unite under a single banner.
Over 209,000 new voters added, 21 new political parties register ahead of election
The Election Commission (EC) has recorded over 209,000 new voters and 21 new political parties have applied for registration following the announcement of the House of Representatives election scheduled for March 5, 2026. According to EC spokesperson Narayan Prasad Bhattarai, 122,740 men, 86,785 women, and 27 others have been added to the voter list so far. On November 11 alone, 13,066 men, 10,567 women, and five others were registered. The voter registration and updating process is ongoing across all seven provinces and 70 district election offices from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm daily and will continue until November 16.
Home Minister Aryal lauds retiring IGP Khapung for service and leadership
Home Minister Om Prakash Aryal has praised retiring Police Inspector General (IGP) Chandra Kuber Khapung for his intellectual acumen and professional competence, which significantly boosted morale within the police force despite his relatively short tenure. Khapung, who is retiring on Wednesday after completing 30 years of mandatory service, received the minister’s best wishes for a fulfilling post-retirement life. Aryal highlighted that Khapung’s experience will continue to be valuable to the nation even after his retirement.
Govt, local stakeholders reach agreement to resolve Melamchi project dispute
The long-standing dispute surrounding the Melamchi Water Supply Project has been resolved, at least temporarily, following a late-night agreement reached on Tuesday at the Ministry of Energy, Water Resources, and Irrigation. According to the agreement, issues related to water diversion and local grievances have been settled through consensus among government representatives, affected local bodies, and various stakeholders, including flood victims’ committees and vendors.
UML’s Karna Thapa expresses concern over Bhim Rawal joining Nepali Communist Party
CPN-UML Standing Committee member Karna Bahadur Thapa has expressed serious concern following former Vice-Chair Dr. Bhim Rawal’s decision to join the newly formed Nepali Communist Party. Writing on social media on Wednesday, Thapa lamented that the first-generation leaders of the UML in Sudurpaschim are no longer with the party.
Education Ministry seeks nationwide details of land owned by community schools and learning centers
The Ministry of Education, Science and Technology has sought detailed information on land ownership and usage related to community schools and learning centers across the country. According to the ministry, the data will be collected through the Center for Education and Human Resource Development, which has been instructed to gather details on land registered under the names of community schools and learning centers, their current status, and any existing disputes or encroachments.
Madhav Nepal: KP Oli has lost his composure after seeing their unity
Madhav Kumar Nepal, co-coordinator of the newly formed Nepali Communist Party, said that CPN-UML chair KP Sharma Oli has lost his composure after witnessing their party’s unity. Speaking at an event held on Wednesday to welcome Dr. Bhim Rawal, coordinator of the Matribhumi Jagaran Abhiyan, into the party, Nepal remarked that Oli was unsettled by their coming together.
Top party figures leave Maoist Centre, accuse Prachanda of nepotism and power politics
Several senior central members, long active in the Maoist movement, have announced their departure from CPN (Maoist Centre) to join Janardan Sharma’s new political initiative. The leaders, including Laxman Pant, Om Sharma, Sagar Pokharel, Ramhari Pudasaini, Dharmaraj Khatiwada, Ishwar Paudel, Baburam Sapkota, Dil Nishani Magar, and Pratik Pokharel, declared that the new organization, Pragatisheel Rastriya Abhiyan, Nepal, aims to unite patriotic, leftist, democratic, and progressive forces.
Shashank Koirala calls for unity, cautions against internal conflict ahead of elections
Former Nepali Congress General Secretary Dr. Shashank Koirala has called for restraint and consensus within the party, urging leaders to avoid deepening internal divisions over the party’s upcoming general convention. Speaking at the central committee meeting on Wednesday, Dr. Koirala highlighted that even the sentiments of leaders demanding a special convention should be accommodated to reach a unanimous solution. “Now is not the time to push for a special convention,” he said, adding that trust and inclusivity are key to maintaining party cohesion.
Kabir Sop-led Nagarik Unmukti Party Nepal gets EC recognition under Resham Chaudhary’s patronage
The Nagarik Unmukti Party Nepal, with Kabir Sop as president and under the patronage of Resham Chaudhary, has officially received recognition from the Election Commission (EC). Resham Chaudhary, Kabir Sop, and other party leaders collected the party’s certificate of recognition from the EC on Wednesday, formalizing its registration and eligibility to participate in upcoming elections.
YCL Nepal demands public apology from Madhesh Province lawmaker Rahbar Ansari
Young Communist League (YCL) Nepal, the youth wing of the Nepal Communist Party, has demanded that Madhesh Province Assembly member Rahbar Ansari issue a public apology for his recent remarks against the organization. YCL Chairperson Pushpa Oli expressed strong dissatisfaction after Ansari, a member of the then CPN (Maoist Center), made critical comments about the YCL.
Hyatt Regency Kathmandu lays off all staff citing financial strain after Gen-Z protest damage
The Hyatt Regency Kathmandu has announced the layoff of all its employees, citing severe financial losses following the Gen-Z movement-related unrest. In a statement issued by General Manager Ashish Kumar, the hotel said it has decided to terminate 133 employees in accordance with Section 145 of the Labor Act, 2017. The decision will take effect from December 8. The statement added that the move will be implemented within 30 days of the notice’s publication.
Hearing scheduled in Supreme Court on Madhesh CM Saroj Yadav’s appointment challenge
The Supreme Court has scheduled a hearing on the writ petition challenging the appointment of Madhesh Province’s newly appointed Chief Minister Saroj Kumar Yadav. The case will be heard in the bench of Justice Nityananda Pandey. The petition was filed by 74 provincial assembly members from parties other than UML, contesting the appointment of Yadav under Article 168(3) of the Constitution by then-Province Chief Sumitra Subedi Bhandari. Yadav, leader of the UML Madhesh Province parliamentary party, was sworn in at a hotel in Bardibas on Monday.
NEPSE dips by 20.56 points
The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index declined by 20.56 points on Wednesday, closing at 2,544.59 points. According to NEPSE, a total of shares worth Rs 3.84 billion were traded during the day. Out of the total listed companies, share prices of 198 declined, 49 gained, while 7 remained unchanged. All sectoral sub-indices except manufacturing and processing recorded declines.
Sonapur Mineral pays first installment of outstanding premium tariff, power supply restored
Sonapur Mineral and Oil Pvt. Ltd., operating in Ghorahi, Dang, has cleared the first installment of its outstanding premium tariff dues for electricity consumed through dedicated and trunk lines during the load-shedding period. Following the payment, the company’s disconnected power line was reconnected on Tuesday evening.
Biplav withdraws from Socialist Front citing loss of relevance
The Nepal Communist Party (NCP) led by Netra Bikram Chand ‘Biplav’ has announced its withdrawal from the Socialist Front, an alliance formed with the CPN (Maoist Center) and other parties. In a statement issued on Tuesday, General Secretary Chand said the four-party Socialist Front has become irrelevant in the current political context.
Gold price drops by Rs 2,100 per tola
The price of gold declined by Rs 2,100 per tola on Wednesday, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers Association. The Federation set the price of gold at Rs 244,300 per tola today, down from Rs 246,400 on Tuesday. While gold prices have fallen, the price of silver increased by Rs 5 per tola today, the Federation added.
Study begins for alternative Manaslu climbing route via Manang
Naso Rural Municipality in Manang has launched a preliminary study to explore a new trekking route for climbing Mount Manaslu, aiming to identify a shorter and easier western approach to the 8,163-meter peak. The study, coordinated by the rural municipality with support from the Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP), seeks to revive the historic Bhimthang route, which was used during the first successful ascent of Manaslu in 1956 by Japan’s T. Imanishi and Nepal’s Gyalzen Norbu.
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