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Bidya Devi Bhandari opens contact office
Former President Bidya Devi Bhandari has inaugurated a contact office in Thapagaun, Kathmandu, marking a fresh step toward political re-engagement after her tenure as head of state. Senior CPN-UML leaders, including Senior Vice-Chair Ishwar Pokharel and Vice-Chair Yubaraj Gyawali, attended the office opening on Thursday afternoon. Both leaders, along with Bhandari, addressed the inauguration program.
Bidya Devi Bhandari slams current political parties for failing people’s aspirations
Former President Bidya Devi Bhandari has sharply criticized the functioning of the current parliament and political parties, describing the legislature as a helpless institution failing to meet people’s expectations. Speaking at the inauguration of the contact office of the Madan Bhandari Foundation’s diamond jubilee organizing committee on Thursday, Bhandari said Nepal may have embraced full democracy, but the aspirations of the people remain unfulfilled.
Bidya Devi Bhandari declares lifelong dedication to UML
Former President Bidya Devi Bhandari has confirmed her ongoing commitment to the UML, stating that she will continue to work as a party activist. Speaking at the inauguration of the contact office of the Madan Bhandari Foundation’s Diamond Jubilee Committee on Thursday, Bhandari also addressed questions regarding her party membership raised by Chyasal.
Bhandari calls for review of UML’s continuous participation in govt.
Former President and former CPN-UML Vice Chair, Bidya Devi Bhandari, has said it is time to review the CPN-UML party’s continuous participation in government. Speaking at the inauguration of her contact office in Thapagaun, Kathmandu, on Thursday, Bhandari, who is attempting to return to active party politics, raised concerns about UML’s long-standing role in successive governments.
House committee passes School Education Bill despite opposition reservations
The Education, Health and Information Technology Committee of the House of Representatives has endorsed the School Education Bill, 2080. The committee meeting held at Singha Durbar on Thursday passed the bill following deliberations on its report. Lawmakers from the Maoist Centre, Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) and Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP) recorded dissenting opinions on certain provisions.
Former President Bhandari waves from balcony of her newly inaugurated contact office
Former President Bhandari inaugurated her new contact office in Thapagaun on Thursday. The office, established to mark the 75th birth anniversary of late communist leader Madan Bhandari, will serve as a venue for her political meetings and interactions, according to aides.
Ishwar Pokharel tells Bidya Devi Bhandari to stay strong amid challenges
CPN-UML Senior Vice-Chair Ishwar Pokharel has called on former President Bidya Devi Bhandari not to lose morale in the face of possible political challenges. Speaking at the inauguration of Bhandari’s new contact office in Thapagaun on Thursday, Pokharel stressed the need to continue the ideological purification initiated by the late UML leader Madan Bhandari.
Private school owners protest over School Education Bill exclusions
Private school owners and principals staged a protest at Maitighar on Thursday, expressing their dissatisfaction over the exclusion of their demands from the report on the School Education Bill. Carrying black banners, the demonstrators assembled at the Maitighar roundabout, placing their banners directly on the road. Despite announcements over microphones requesting that the banners not be removed, teachers continued to pick them up as the protest progressed.
Construction of the stands at TU Cricket Ground nears completion
Construction work on the parapet and seating at the Tribhuvan University (TU) cricket ground in Kirtipur has reached its final stage. According to BKOI–KCDC–BG JV representative Prem Paudel, more than 95 percent of the project has been completed, with only final tasks such as cleaning and railing installation remaining.
NOC prepares to take over Motihari–Amlekhgunj pipeline as testing nears completion
The Motihari–Amlekhgunj petroleum pipeline is in its final stage of preparation for transfer to Nepal Oil Corporation (NOC). With all expansion work completed, petroleum products are now being imported regularly through the pipeline from Motihari to Amlekhgunj.
RSP’s Shiva Nepali accuses major parties of deflecting corruption scandals
Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) lawmaker Shiva Nepali on Thursday accused major political parties of pointing fingers at emerging forces whenever issues of corruption, smuggling, or other scandals are raised. Speaking during the allocated time at the start of the House of Representatives meeting, Nepali said larger parties fear even the mention of corruption and trafficking.
Gyanendra Shahi calls for national consensus on border disputes
Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP) spokesperson and chief whip Gyanendra Shahi has urged Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli to build a national consensus to resolve Nepal’s ongoing geopolitical challenges, particularly the boundary disputes in Lipulekh, Limpiyadhura, and Kalapani. In a message addressed to the Prime Minister via social media, Shahi stressed that all Nepalis must unite to safeguard the country’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
NC terms India–China Lipulekh trade deal unacceptable
The ruling Nepali Congress has strongly objected to the recent agreement between India and China to conduct border trade through Lipulekh, calling the deal objectionable and unacceptable. Speaking during the special session of the House of Representatives on Thursday, Congress General Secretary Gagan Kumar Thapa said the agreement signed between the foreign ministers of India and China in New Delhi disregarded Nepal’s role and concerns.
Maoist Centre presses govt to take firm diplomatic steps on border dispute
The main opposition Maoist Centre has called on the government to take strong and effective diplomatic steps to safeguard Nepal’s sovereignty and territorial integrity in response to the recent trade agreement between India and China that involves the use of Lipulekh. Speaking during the House of Representatives session on Thursday, Maoist Centre Chief Whip Hitraj Pandey urged the government to register a firm objection and move forward with impactful diplomatic and political initiatives.
Home Ministry transfers CDOs in Kathmandu Valley
The Ministry of Home Affairs has reshuffled the Chief District Officers (CDOs) of all three districts in the Kathmandu Valley. In Wednesday’s decision, Chhabi Lal Rijal has been appointed as the CDO of Kathmandu, while Under-Secretary Suman Ghimire has been posted to Lalitpur. Similarly, Under-Secretary Namaraj Ghimire has been transferred to Bhaktapur.
NEPSE to build data center
The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) has announced plans to construct a new data center and has invited tenders for the procurement of servers, firewalls, and network switches. According to a notice issued by Nepse, interested bidders must submit a security deposit of Rs 400,000 along with their applications. The deadline for tender submission is September 21.
House committee passes Land-Related Bill despite opposition reservations
The Agriculture, Cooperative, and Natural Resources Committee of the House of Representatives on Thursday endorsed the bill to amend certain Nepal Acts related to land. The meeting, held at Singha Durbar, passed the bill based on a majority vote. Lawmakers from the CPN (Maoist Centre) and Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP), however, argued that further deliberations were necessary before endorsement.
Gold and silver prices rise on Thursday
The price of precious metals increased on Thursday, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association. The price of fine gold has been fixed at Rs 194,800 per tola, marking an increase of Rs 1,300 from Wednesday’s rate of Rs 193,500 per tola.
Nepal Intellectual Council calls for diplomatic resolution of border dispute with India
The Nepal Intellectual Council has called on Nepal and India to resolve their border disputes through diplomatic channels. In a statement released on Thursday, Council Chair Gajendra Prasad Thapaliya highlighted the importance of a negotiated settlement. The statement came in response to reports that India and China had reached an agreement at the ministerial level to reopen trade through the Lipulekh route. Expressing concern over the matter, the council emphasized that longstanding and friendly Nepal–India relations should guide the resolution process.
Bishwa Prakash Sharma proposes six-step plan to address Lipulekh issue
Nepali Congress General Secretary Bishwa Prakash Sharma has urged the government to convene an all-party and all-stakeholder meeting to forge a common national stance on Lipulekh, a territory claimed by Nepal but occupied by India. His call came after India rejected Nepal’s claim over the tri-junction area of Lipulekh. Writing on social platform X, Sharma stressed that the issue transcends party lines and requires a unified national voice.
Lalit Rajbanshi declines govt housing, says he can build his own home
Nepali national cricket team member Lalit Rajbanshi has stated that he is capable of building a house for his family and does not wish to take a home offered under the Koshi Province government’s “Janata Awas Program.”
He made the remarks to reporters in Biratnagar on Thursday.
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