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Former PM Oli Leaves Army Security, Returns to Bhaktapur

Former Prime Minister and CPN (UML) Chairman KP Sharma Oli has left the security provided by the Nepal Army. Oli returned to Bhaktapur on Thursday. “There is information that the former Prime Minister has taken refuge in Gundu,” said Madhav Budhathoki, Superintendent of Police at Bhaktapur District Police Office. During the second day of the Gen Z protests on September 9, Oli was airlifted from his Baluwatar residence by the army. He resigned from the position of Prime Minister on the same day.

PM Karki and Indian PM Modi Discuss Shared Interests in First Call

Newly appointed Prime Minister Sushila Karki held a phone conversation today with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. During the conversation, Prime Minister Karki extended her best wishes to Prime Minister Modi on his 75th birthday, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. She also recalled the centuries-old friendly relations between Nepal and India. Prime Minister Karki briefed PM Modi on Nepal’s recent political developments. In response, Prime Minister Modi congratulated Karki on her appointment as Nepal’s new Prime Minister.

Speaker Ghimire Decries Parliament Dissolution

Speaker of Parliament, Devraj Ghimire, has stated that it would have been better to seek a resolution within Parliament rather than dissolving the House of Representatives. He made these remarks while visiting the Parliament building in New Baneshwar, which was destroyed during the Gen Z protests, responding to journalists’ questions about the parliamentary dissolution. “It would have been better to find a solution from within Parliament without dissolving the House of Representatives,” Speaker Ghimire said, describing the incidents during the Gen Z movement as extremely tragic.

Chinese Ambassador Congratulates PM Sushila Karki, Vows to Strengthen Ties

Chinese Ambassador to Nepal Chen Song met Prime Minister Sushila Karki and extended warm congratulations on her appointment. In a social media post on X, Ambassador Chen said it was a “great pleasure” to call on the Prime Minister.  He conveyed Beijing’s support and commitment to further strengthen bilateral friendship and cooperation. The envoy wrote that both sides exchanged views and agreed to promote mutual understanding and collaboration across various sectors.

Home Minister Aryal Vows to Ensure Voting Rights for Nepalis Abroad

Home and Law Minister Om Prakash Aryal has pledged to implement the Supreme Court’s order allowing Nepalis living abroad to cast their votes. Speaking at a discussion held at the Election Commission on Thursday, Minister Aryal said increasing demands from migrant Nepalis to participate in elections must be addressed, at least under the proportional representation system. “The Supreme Court had issued this order long ago. Nepalis abroad must be able to vote under the proportional representation system. We have to make this possible,” Aryal said.

US Ambassador Holds Courtesy Meeting with PM Karki

Dean R. Thompson, the United States Ambassador to Nepal, paid a courtesy visit to Nepal’s newly appointed interim Prime Minister, Sushila Karki. According to the Prime Minister’s Office at Singha Durbar, the meeting, held on Thursday, included discussions on various issues of mutual interest between Nepal and the United States. During the meeting, Prime Minister Karki expressed her gratitude for the support the United States has extended to Nepal over the years and conveyed her confidence that this assistance would continue in the days ahead.

Supreme Court Resumes Hearings Under Tarpaulin

Following the Supreme Court’s full bench decision to continue hearings under any circumstances, court proceedings resumed today under the tarpaulin, after the Gen-Z protests on September 9 caused fire damage to the main court building. Today, hearings were conducted in Justice Sapana Pradhan Malla’s bench for one case and in Justice Kumar Regmi’s bench for two bail plea petitions.  Supreme Court officials said that the fire destroyed much of the court’s physical infrastructure, leaving no space for normal hearings.  A preliminary survey indicates that 23 court buildings across Supreme, special, and district courts suffered damages, some complete and others partial.

Prachanda Urges Elections Be Held on Scheduled Date

Pushpa Kamal Dahal, chairman of the CPN (Maoist Centre), has expressed his party’s desire for elections to be held on the scheduled date. In a video message released Thursday, Chairman Dahal stated that attempts to undermine the interim government have already begun, and emphasized the need for elections to take place as planned. He said, “Efforts to make the interim government fail have already started. There may be deliberate plans to prevent elections and push the country further into instability. We want the elections to be conducted on the announced date.”

Six Janamat Party Leaders Resign After Ultimatum to Chair CK Raut

Six senior leaders of the Janamat Party resigned on Thursday, a day after giving party chair CK Raut a 24-hour ultimatum to step down. Those resigning include Senior Vice Chair Abdul Khan, Central Spokesperson Dr. Sharat Singh Yadav, Youth Wing Coordinator Sanjay Kumar Yadav, Health Workers’ Wing Coordinator CK Singh, Sudurpaschim Province In-Charge Rajaram Chaudhary, and National Council member and Central Committee member Bikram Bahadur Bam. The leaders said the party leadership failed to reflect on the country’s crisis and the people’s expectations, demanding leadership change.

Rastriya Prajatantra Party Concludes Current System Has Failed

The Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP) has concluded that the questions it has repeatedly raised about the current political system have become even more pressing. The party stated that it had previously declared the current leadership and the system it introduced as failures, and recent protests have further confirmed this view. Speaking after a meeting of the central executive committee held Thursday at the party’s central office in Dhumbarahi, spokesperson Mohan Kumar Shrestha said the committee concluded that attempting to advance the country under the current constitution would once again push it toward failure.

Sunsari Bus–Truck Collision Leaves 2 Dead, 22 Injured

Two people were killed and 22 others injured when a passenger bus rammed into a stationary truck at Pulchowk in Bhokraha Narsingh Rural Municipality-3 on Thursday. The bus (Pra 1–02–002 Kha 0949), traveling eastward along the East-West Highway, crashed into a truck (Na 6 Kha 3733) that had broken down and was parked on the roadside. According to Deputy Superintendent of Police Yograj Khatri, the two deceased have not yet been identified.

Share Market Suspended After Three Negative Circuit Breaks

Trading was suspended on Thursday after the stock market, reopening following the destructive events of September 8 and 9, triggered three negative circuit breaks. The market fell 6 percent during the day. Within two minutes of opening, the NEPSE index dropped 4 percent. The trading group fell the most at 9.34 percent, while other groups declined by 7.48 percent, hotels and tourism by 7.24 percent, and investment by 7.18 percent.

NRB Withdraws RS 90 Billion Liquidity from Financial System

Nepal Rastra Bank has withdrawn RS 90 billion liquidity from the financial system on Thursday. With over RS 200 billion liquidity in the system, the central bank drew excess liquidity through a deposit collection instrument. According to the bank, the financial system had RS 204 billion liquidity by Wednesday. Therefore, through a 10-day deposit collection tool, RS 9 billion of excess liquidity was withdrawn.

Insurance Claims Total RS 20.70 Billion from Gen Z Damage

Insurance claims worth RS 20.70 billion were filed due to looting, vandalism, and arson during the Gen Z movement. As of September 16, 1,984 claims were registered with the Nepal Insurance Authority. The highest claims were with The Oriental Insurance Company, totaling RS 5.14 billion for 40 claims, including major losses at Hilton Hotel. Siddharth Premier and Shikhar Insurance received the second and third-highest claims.

Less Than One-Third of Committed FDI Materializes in Nepal

Less than one-third of committed foreign direct investment (FDI) in Nepal materializes. Even with government approval, over two-thirds of the committed amount does not enter. A Nepal Rastra Bank survey shows that only 31.9 percent of committed FDI arrives as actual investment. The Economic Research Department noted that from 1995/96 to 2023/24, only 31.9 percent of committed FDI materialized.

Embossed Number Plates Implementation Postponed Indefinitely

The government’s long-debated plan to make embossed number plates mandatory from September 17 has been indefinitely postponed due to the September 8-9 Gen Z protests. The protests, vandalism, and arson caused significant damage to the Department of Transport Management. The ministry had decided on July 20 to implement embossed plates from September 17, halting vehicle registration, transfer, and renewal for non-compliance.

Nepal Selects Anjila for Oscars 2026

Nepal has recommended the film ‘Anjila’ for the International Feature Film category at the 98th Academy Awards (Oscars) to be held in 2026. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (Oscar) International Feature Film Selection Committee (Nepal) announced the decision in a press release on Thursday. According to a statement issued by committee chairperson Bimal Paudel, two Nepali narrative films — ‘Gunyu Cholo – The Dress’ and ‘Anjila’ — were submitted for consideration this year. After detailed evaluation, the committee selected ‘Anjila’ based on its technical strengths, storytelling approach, emotional depth of characters, and artistic craftsmanship.

Teaser Released for Film ‘Soltini’ Starring Prakash Saput and Pariksha Limbu

The teaser for the film Soltini, starring Prakash Saput and Pariksha Limbu in lead roles, has been released. Set to premiere on October 23, the day of Bhai Tika, the teaser showcases inter-caste romance, rural lifestyles, and social struggles among the main characters. The film is directed by Arjun Subedi and features performances by Prakash Saput, Pariksha Limbu, Wilson Bikram Rai, Sabbu Gurung, Ravindra Jha, Prakash Ghimire, Prem Subba, Kavita Ale, Sundar Dhital, Sujan Khatri, and others.

Actor Kameshwar Chaurasiya to Lead Film ‘Abhimanyu: Chapter 1’

Renowned actor Kameshwar Chaurasiya, celebrated for his exceptional acting skills, is set to play the lead role in the upcoming film Abhimanyu: Chapter 1. Nearly two decades ago, Chaurasia moved from Parsa to Kathmandu with dreams of becoming an actor, waiting 17 years for a leading role. The film, slated for release on September 29, coinciding with Phulpati during Dashain, marks the first time he will lead a storyline. “I have probably been waiting for this moment because I have worked very hard for it. Since the film is based on a story from Madhesh, I was chosen by the production team,” said Chaurasiya.

ANFA Futsal Director Raj Maharjan Resigns

Raj Maharjan, Director of Futsal at the All-Nepal Football Association (ANFA), has stepped down from his position. Maharjan resigned on Thursday, holding the ANFA Secretariat responsible after Nepal failed to participate in the AFC Futsal Cup 2026 qualifiers, leading to disciplinary action by the Asian Football Confederation (AFC). In his resignation letter, Maharjan stated that the ANFA Secretariat’s failure to allocate the necessary budget forced Nepal to withdraw from the qualifiers.

West Indies Names 15-Member Squad for T20I Series Against Nepal

West Indies has announced its 15-member squad for the T20 International series against Nepal, scheduled to begin on September 27 in the United Arab Emirates. The squad features a blend of seasoned campaigners and young players who stood out in the Caribbean Premier League. Several senior players have been rested, paving the way for new faces to gain international exposure. All-rounder Akeal Hosein has been appointed captain for the series.

Trial Completed for Nepal Street Premier League T10 Tennis-Ball Cricket

The trial for the upcoming Nepal Street Premier League (NSPL) T10 tennis-ball cricket tournament, organized by DGR Sports and Event Management Pvt. Ltd, has been successfully completed. The trials, conducted across various locations in the country, have finalized the player selection process. The final trial was held at Mahalaxmi Sports Hub, Kathmandu, organizers said. Approximately 1,500 players took part in the trials, of which 250 players will be selected for the auction. Organizers said the tournament will provide an important platform for tennis-ball cricket players to showcase their skills.

Trump Ally Criticizes U.S. Ambassador, Says USAID-Driven Corruption Sparked Protests in Nepal

Laura Loomer, a close ally of U.S. President Donald Trump and a right-wing activist, has strongly commented on the recent Gen Z protests in Nepal. She claimed that the youth-led movement in Nepal was driven by corruption fueled by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). Loomer also took aim at the U.S. Ambassador to Nepal in her social media post.

Israeli Military Kills at Least 83 Palestinians Amid Gaza Offensive

The Israeli military has killed at least 83 Palestinians across the Gaza Strip, including 61 in Gaza City, as a major offensive continues despite international warnings and threats of sanctions. Al Jazeera’s Hani Mahmoud reports that the Israeli army is exerting “extreme pressure” to force hundreds of thousands of Palestinians from northern Gaza into already overcrowded central and southern areas. A senior Hamas official who survived Israel’s recent attack on Qatar described how the group’s leaders barely escaped a series of missile strikes.

Three Police Officers Killed in Pennsylvania Shooting

Three police officers were shot dead and two others critically injured during a “domestic-related” investigation in Pennsylvania, authorities confirmed. Pennsylvania State Police Commissioner Colonel Christopher Paris said the gunman was killed in an exchange of fire with officers. The shooting took place shortly after 14:00 local time (18:00 GMT) in Spring Grove, a small town with a population of around 2,500. Images from the scene showed an injured officer being airlifted by a medical helicopter.

King and Trump Hail UK-US Special Relationship

King Charles has commended President Trump’s personal commitment to “finding solutions to some of the world’s most intractable conflicts”, as he called for US support for Ukraine against “tyranny”, in a speech at the US state visit banquet. In response, President Trump hailed the special relationship between the US and the UK, saying the word “special does not begin to do it justice”. The King’s speech, at a lavish dinner for 160 guests in Windsor Castle, emphasized the deep connections between the two countries.