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RSP postpones nominations to secretariat, office bearers and central committee
The first meeting of the newly elected central committee of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) has decided not to make any immediate nominations to the party’s secretariat, office bearers, or central committee. Speaking after Wednesday’s meeting, held following the party’s first general convention, General Secretary Bipin Kumar Acharya said no decision was taken on nominations. According to Acharya, the meeting primarily focused on exchanging congratulations among the newly elected office bearers and central committee members. He added that preliminary discussions were also held on assigning responsibilities for three party departments.
NHRC seeks clarification from RSP over membership of minors
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has sought clarification and detailed information from the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) regarding reports that the party distributed membership to individuals under the age of 18. In a press statement issued on Wednesday, the Commission said its attention had been drawn to media reports alleging that minors had been enrolled as party members. It stated that it had formally written to the RSP on Asar 17, 2083 (July 1, 2026), requesting an explanation along with the necessary details. According to the Commission, its preliminary assessment indicates that the reported distribution of party membership to children under 18 raises serious concerns related to children’s rights.
Lekhnath Paudel appointed head of RSP Disciplinary Commission
The first Central Committee meeting of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) following its first general convention has appointed former High Court judge Lekhnath Paudel as the head of the party’s Disciplinary Commission. According to RSP Joint General Secretary Hari Dhakal, Paudel, a resident of Kaski, previously served as a judge at the High Court. The proposal to appoint him as the chief of the Disciplinary Commission was presented by party Chair Rabi Lamichhane during the meeting. The meeting also decided to retain the existing leadership of the Election Commission and the Audit Commission within the party.
No agreement on uranium exploration in Mustang: Foreign Minister Khanal
Foreign Minister Shishir Khanal has clarified that Nepal has not signed any agreement with anyone to explore uranium in Mustang, dismissing recent rumours as baseless. Responding to questions from lawmakers in Wednesday’s National Assembly session, Minister Khanal said there was no truth to claims that the Nepali Army and the US Army had entered into an agreement for uranium exploration in Mustang district. He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to constitutional provisions regarding natural resources and their utilization. The minister also reiterated that Nepal will not enter into any agreements that contradict its non-aligned foreign policy and the principles of Panchsheel.
6-year-old girl found dead near riverbank in Kailali after going missing from school
A six-year-old girl who went missing from school in Kailali has been found dead near a riverbank, police said on Wednesday. The deceased has been identified as Manisha BK, a resident of Lamkichuha Municipality-4. According to the District Police Office, Kailali, the girl was found dead on the bank of the Rora River in Lamkichuha Municipality-5. Manisha, a nursery student at Janachetana Primary School, was taken to school by her grandmother at around 7 am on Tuesday.
Transport entrepreneurs urge immediate fare adjustment after fuel price cut
The Federation Of Truck Transport Entrepreneurs Nepal has welcomed the government’s decision to reduce petroleum product prices and urged authorities to immediately adjust public transport fares in line with the automatic fare revision system. In a statement issued on Tuesday, Federation Chair Saroj Sitoula said public transport fares should be adjusted in a transparent, scientific, and objective manner in line with fluctuations in fuel prices. The federation said that while fare hikes are implemented when fuel prices increase, delays in adjusting fares after price reductions create uncertainty for both passengers and transport operators.
Deuba’s faction responds to Sharma’s 7-point proposal amid internal dispute
The Nepali Congress (NC) internal dispute has moved a step forward after former party president Sher Bahadur Deuba’s establishment faction submitted a written response to a seven-point proposal put forward by Vice President Bishwa Prakash Sharma. Earlier, leader Purna Bahadur Khadka had met Sharma on June 5, presenting his faction’s conditions and agenda. However, no further formal talks have taken place between the two sides since then. In its response, the establishment faction has expressed agreement on continuing digital updates of party membership but opposed linking non-updated records with eligibility to participate in the general convention.
Health Department directs private hospitals, clinics to establish breastfeeding rooms
The Department of Health Services has directed private hospitals and clinics across Nepal to establish dedicated breastfeeding rooms in line with the Breastfeeding Room Establishment and Operation Guidelines. In a circular issued through the Family Welfare Division in Teku, the department urged private health institutions to create a supportive environment that enables breastfeeding mothers to nurse their infants comfortably in healthcare facilities, workplaces, public spaces, and during emergencies. The department said all private hospitals and clinics must establish and operate breastfeeding rooms in accordance with the guidelines, expressing confidence that the measure will strengthen the promotion, protection, and support of breastfeeding.
Nepal’s first road tunnel enters final phase ahead of planned July opening
Preparations to bring Nepal’s first road tunnel, the Nagdhunga Tunnel, into operation from mid-July have entered the final phase, with authorities completing key technical tests ahead of its opening. As part of the pre-operation process, operational and maintenance vehicles designated for use inside the tunnel have successfully undergone performance testing. According to project officials, the tests assessed vehicles and equipment that will be used for routine inspections, maintenance, cleaning, emergency rescue operations, and accident response within the tunnel.
Rising wild elephant incursions leave Jhapa residents living in fear
Residents of Bahundangi in Jhapa district say they are living in fear as repeated incursions by herds of wild elephants continue to threaten lives, damage homes, and destroy crops. Local people say the elephants frequently enter settlements, ravaging farmland and creating constant fear of attacks on residents. According to local authorities, 31 people have lost their lives in elephant attacks in the area over the years, including two fatalities this year. To reduce human-elephant conflict, the government previously installed a 17.14-kilometre solar-powered electric fence along the western bank of the Mechi River. However, residents say the system has fallen into disrepair, with many of its solar panels no longer functioning.
Nepal Oil Corporation cuts fuel and LPG prices
Nepal Oil Corporation (NOC) has reduced the prices of petroleum products, including petrol, diesel, kerosene, aviation fuel and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG). A meeting of the NOC Board of Directors on Tuesday decided to lower the price of petrol by Rs 20 per litre and diesel and kerosene by Rs 30 per litre. The price of domestic aviation fuel has been reduced by Rs 40 per litre, while international aviation fuel for Kathmandu has been cut by US$ 265 per kilolitre. The price of a 14.2-kg LPG cylinder has been reduced by Rs 100.
Over 1,600 people affected by infectious and waterborne diseases in one week
A total of 1,612 people across Nepal were affected by various infectious and public health-related diseases in a one-week period, according to the Epidemiology and Disease Control Division (EDCD) under the Ministry of Health and Population. In its weekly bulletin covering June 22 to 28, the EDCD said the highest number of cases was recorded for acute gastroenteritis (acute diarrhoea), with 762 patients reported nationwide. During the same period, 382 cases of influenza-like illness and 365 cases of severe acute respiratory infections were also recorded. In addition, 63 dengue cases, 18 cases of febrile illness with rashes, and 14 cases of scrub typhus were reported. The bulletin also listed 4 cases of jaundice with fever, along with 2 influenza cases and 2 other reported infections.
Newly elected RSP office bearers and central members take oath
Newly elected office bearers and central committee members of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) have taken their oath of office. Party chair Rabi Lamichhane administered the oath of office and secrecy at the party’s central office in Baneshwor. The oath ceremony followed the party’s first general convention held in Chitwan, where six office bearers and 99 central committee members were elected.
Gold, silver prices go down in Nepal
Prices of both gold and silver declined slightly in the Nepali market on Wednesday, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association. The federation has fixed the price of gold at Rs 277,300 per tola, down by Rs 600 from Tuesday. On Tuesday, gold was traded at Rs 277,900 per tola. Similarly, the price of silver fell by Rs 15 per tola to Rs 4,270 per tola, compared to Rs 4,285 per tola on Tuesday.
CNP suspends jeep safari from today
Chitwan National Park (CNP) has suspended its commercial jeep safari service from today due to monsoon-related risks. The CNP said the decision was taken because heavy rainfall during the rainy season often causes flooding, fallen trees and poor road conditions, making safari operations unsafe and inconvenient for visitors. Information Officer Abinash Thapa Magar said the suspension will remain in effect until further notice. “We have halted safari operations because the monsoon is the breeding season for many wild animals and birds. Unpaved forest roads deteriorate during this period, streams overflow and fallen trees frequently block access routes,” he said.
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