KATHMANDU: Khabarhub brings you a glimpse of major developments of the day in Nepal, including politics, business/economy, sports, entertainment, and more.
PM Karki tells Durga Prasai to voice demands peacefully
Prime Minister Sushila Karki on Tuesday told Durga Prasai to raise his demands and grievances through peaceful means. The request was made during a meeting at Baluwatar, where the prime minister stressed that the country could no longer tolerate instability and unrest. She underscored that democratic resolution lies in seeking public approval through the electoral process. “The country has been brought back to peace and order from many difficult situations,” Karki said. “Amidst an environment fully geared for elections, we expect all parties to play responsible roles. Let us all act responsibly, keeping in mind that this country belongs to each one of us.”
Deuba rejects idea of special party convention before polls
Nepali Congress President Sher Bahadur Deuba has expressed concerns that holding a party convention ahead of elections could affect the party’s performance due to internal competition. Meeting with journalists on Tuesday, Deuba said that while he had advised party leaders against holding the convention before elections, he would not act as an obstacle if the decision is taken. “I have been saying that holding a convention ahead of elections could influence party dynamics,” Deuba said. “If it is decided to go ahead, I have no objection to it.”
Gold price drops by Rs 7,900 per tola
The price of gold fell sharply by Rs 7,900 per tola on Tuesday, a day after reaching a record high. According to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association, gold is being traded at Rs 262,100 per tola on Tuesday. On Monday, the precious metal had surged to an all-time high of Rs 270,000 per tola. Silver prices also declined on Tuesday. The price of silver dropped by Rs 305 per tola and is being traded at Rs 4,590 per tola. On Monday, silver had reached Rs 4,895 per tola.
Kulman Ghising says unity with RSP puts national interest above personal gain
Energy Minister Kulman Ghising has said that a historic agreement has been reached between the Ujyalo Nepal Party and the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) by rising above personal interests and individual gains. Taking to social media, Ghising said the unity was forged by prioritizing the will of the people and the national interest over positions, self-interest and personal benefit. “Rising above posts, interests and personal gains, we have stood together on the path towards a brighter future, keeping the people’s aspirations and the country’s interest at the center,” Ghising wrote.
Balen–Rabi–Kulman unity shakes Nepal’s traditional political parties
The unification of Kathmandu Metropolitan City Mayor Balen Shah, Rabi Lamichhane-led Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP), and Kulman Ghising’s Ujyalo Nepal Party has sent ripples through Nepal’s traditional and so-called ‘big’ political parties, intensifying realignments ahead of upcoming elections. The call for alternative politics was first raised in 2017 by Bibeksheel Sajha. However, after that party failed to sustain momentum, the alternative political banner has, since 2022, largely been carried by the RSP, which has already absorbed Bibeksheel. The latest merger has further consolidated this alternative bloc.
UML General Secretary Pokhrel questions Kulman Ghising’s appointment as RSP vice-chair
CPN-UML General Secretary Shankar Pokhrel has raised questions over Energy Minister Kulman Ghising becoming vice-chair of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP). Pokhrel objected to Ghising assuming a party position without resigning from the post of minister in what he described as a non-partisan election government. On Monday evening, Energy Minister Ghising was appointed vice-chair of RSP. The decision was taken by RSP Chair Rabi Lamichhane and Kathmandu Metropolitan City Mayor Balen Shah, following which Ghising’s Ujyalo Nepal Party was merged into RSP.
Closed list of PR candidates made public
Altogether 64 political parties have submitted the closed list of Proportional Representation (PR) candidates contesting the March 5 election. With the submission and registration of the list carried out as of Monday night and wee hours of Tuesday, the Election Commission of Nepal has made public the details of the political parties and their electoral symbols. The interim government is conducting the election to House of Representatives on March 5, 2026.
RSP’s proportional list features celebrities and entrepreneurs
The Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) has submitted a list of 110 proportional representation candidates to the Election Commission (EC) ahead of the House of Representatives elections scheduled for March 5, 2026. After lengthy discussions aimed at bringing Energy Minister Kulman Ghisingh into the fold, the party finalized and submitted its closed list late Monday night. The list features a number of well-known personalities from diverse fields, including entertainment, sports, business, and social activism. Former Miss Nepal 2019 Anushka Shrestha has been included at number four in the indigenous women cluster.
Oli targets Balen: UML–Congress will secure majority after polls
CPN-UML chair KP Sharma Oli has said that distributing positions such as prime minister and party chair before elections is absurd, asserting that the UML and the Nepali Congress will ultimately secure a majority after the polls. Without naming him directly, Oli targeted Kathmandu Metropolitan City Mayor Balen Shah, referring to recent political agreements and speculation over prime ministerial claims. Oli said he initially assumed the person being discussed as a prime ministerial contender would be politically astute, but later found the decisions being made to be laughable. “Recently, I heard rumors about distributing the post of prime minister. I thought the person whose name was being floated must be quite clever, but that does not seem to be the case,” Oli said, alluding to the understanding between Rabi Lamichhane and Shah.
Oli changes tone: UML will deliver national verdict through election
CPN-UML chair KP Sharma Oli has said his party will deliver a national verdict through the upcoming March 5 election, signaling a clear shift in stance after the possibility of parliamentary reinstatement weakened. Addressing a discussion organized by the Madan-Ashrit Memorial Foundation at the National Assembly Hall on Tuesday, Oli said the UML is now fully focused on the general election. His remarks came as political parties were submitting their proportional representation lists to the Election Commission. Oli said the party had already completed its 11th general convention and was now waiting for the people’s mandate through elections. Earlier, Oli had strongly pushed for the reinstatement of the dissolved parliament, and under his initiative, a majority of lawmakers including those from the Nepali Congress and UML had filed a writ petition at the Supreme Court against the dissolution carried out on September 12.
NCP gives priority to youth leaders and Gen-Z in proportional representation list
The Nepali Communist Party (NCP), led by Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’, has prioritized new faces, youth leaders, and representatives of Generation Z in its proportional representation list for the House of Representatives election scheduled for March 5. A review of the list shows that, apart from a few senior figures, most candidates are either first-time nominees or individuals who have worked within the party for a long period without previously holding prominent positions. The party has deliberately moved away from fielding only well-known figures and instead focused on promoting younger leaders and those representing emerging social movements.
Former Presidents Ram Baran Yadav and Bidya Devi Bhandari hold meeting
Former Presidents Dr. Ram Baran Yadav and Bidya Devi Bhandari met on Tuesday to discuss the current political situation, according to Bhandari’s secretariat. Dr. Yadav served as Nepal’s first president, while Bhandari was the country’s second president.
Dr Kunjang Sherpa elected Vice-chair of Nepal Medical Council
Dr Kunjang Sherpa has been elected vice-chair of the Nepal Medical Council. According to the vote count completed on Tuesday, Dr Sherpa defeated Dr Guru Sharan Sah to secure the vice-chair position in the recently concluded council election. Eight candidates have also been elected as members of the council. They are Dr Chhabilal Panthi, Dr Sarika Goit, Dr Dipendra Pandey and Dr Yuvin Kumar Yadav.
Comment