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Election Commission Office-Bearers Hold Discussions with Prime Minister Karki

Prime Minister Sushila Karki has held discussions with Election Commission office-bearers today regarding preparations for the upcoming election of members of the House of Representatives. Commission’s Acting Chief Commissioner Ram Prasad Bhandari, Commissioners Dr Janaki Kumari Tuladhar, Sagun Shumsher Rana and other officials took part in the discussion held at the Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers, Singha Durbar. On the occasion, EC office-bearers informed the Prime Minister that more than 60 percent of the work under the election preparations has been completed and based on the assessment so far it is confident that the election can be held on March 5.

Supreme Court Schedules Hearing for Madhes Government Formation Writ

The Supreme Court has scheduled a hearing for the writ petition challenging the formation of the Madhes Province Government. The petition, filed by 74 Members of Parliament (MPs), including Nepali Congress Provincial Parliamentary Party leader Krishna Prasad Yadav, was assigned to the bench of Justice Nityananda Pandey on Wednesday. The petitioners claim that the appointment of CPN (UML) leader Saroj Kumar Yadav as Chief Minister under Article 168 (3) of the constitution was unconstitutional. They have named the Province Chief and Chief Minister Saroj Kumar Yadav, among others, as defendants, seeking an interim order to annul the appointment.

Nepali Communist Party and Bhim Rawal Sign Seven-Point Agreement

Bhim Rawal, who had been conducting the Matrubhumi Jagaran Abhiyan after separating from the CPN-UML, has officially joined the Nepal Communist Party led by Pushpa Kamal Dahal “Prachanda.” On Wednesday afternoon at Paris Danda, the two parties signed a seven-point agreement, formalizing their unification. With this agreement, Bhim Rawal has officially joined the Nepali Communist Party. The agreement document bears the signatures of Nepal Communist Party Coordinator Pushpa Kamal Dahal “Prachanda,” Co-coordinator Madhav Kumar Nepal, and the proposer of the Matrubhumi Jagaran Abhiyan Nepal, Bhim Rawal.

Legal Window Opens to Correct Five Personal Registration Anomalies

Prime Minister Sushila Karki stated that the Cabinet’s approval of the National Identity Card and Registration (Second Amendment) Regulation, 2025, addresses legal complexities under Section 25 of the National Identity Card and Personal Event Registration Act, 2019. Previously, citizens could only correct personal details within one year of registration, making it impossible to fix old discrepancies. The lack of uniformity between citizenship and birth registration has affected over 50,000 students from filling out SLC/SEE forms. The one-time correction provision, which applies to five types of events, is intended to simplify procedures and resolve issues that affected foreign employment and studies.

Four Ambassadors Resign Following Government’s Recall Order

At least four ambassadors, including Chandra Kumar Ghimire (UK), Krishna Prasad Oli (China), Ramesh Chandra Paudel (Qatar), and Lok Darshan Regmi (USA), have submitted their resignations after the Sushila Karki-led interim government ordered 11 envoys to report to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Kathmandu. The government had directed them to return by November 6. Prime Minister Karki cited three reasons for the recall: unsatisfactory performance, public questioning of the interim government’s legitimacy, and involvement in financial irregularities. Although the Supreme Court issued an interim order on November 2, not to implement the recall, the government circumvented the ruling by ordering them to physically check in.

Durga Prasai Faction Submits 27-Point Demand to Home Ministry

The ‘Nation, Nationality, Religion, Culture, and Citizen’s Campaign,’ led by Durga Prasai, submitted a 27-point list of demands to the Ministry of Home Affairs on Wednesday. The demands, presented to Home Minister Om Prakash Aryal, include the abolition of the current constitution and the reinstatement of the monarchy, possibly through a referendum for a Hindu kingdom with constitutional rule. The group also seeks the nationalization of banks, the cancellation of province structures, and the waiver of loans under Rs 2 million taken by the poor from microfinance institutions.

New Political Faction Emerges as Nagarik Unmukti Party Nepal Registers

The Nagarik Unmukti Party Nepal has formally registered with the Election Commission. Resham Chaudhary confirmed to the media that the party has been registered and he will serve as the patron. The party is led by Kabir Sob, a 25-year-old graduate from Tikapur Municipality-1, who is designated as the chairman. The party’s central committee consists of 45 members. Its central office is located in Sinamangal, where central members and an additional 150 updated members from the previous Nagarik Unmukti Party will receive an oath and training on November 21 and 22.

Koshi Provincial Assembly Appoints Sudarshan Khadka as Secretary

Sudarshan Khadka has been appointed as the new Secretary of the Koshi Provincial Assembly. Province Chief Parshuram Khapung made the appointment following a recommendation from Speaker Ambar Bahadur Bista. Khadka, 56, who took voluntary retirement from his position as Secretary of the Federal Parliament Secretariat, is a resident of Bhaktapur’s Changunarayan Municipality-4. His swearing-in ceremony is scheduled for Wednesday at 3 PM. Khadka possesses extensive experience, having entered the Federal Parliament Service as a Section Officer.

Melamchi Water Supply Restored Following Agreement with Agitating Locals

The Melamchi water supply to Kathmandu wasresumed on Wednesday, after an agreement was reached with the agitating local victims on Tuesday. The dispute was resolved during a discussion at the Ministry of Physical Infrastructure and Transport, attended by Minister Kulman Ghising and secretaries from the Ministry of Physical Infrastructure and the Ministry of Water Supply. The parties signed a memorandum of understanding, officially resolving the issue that had halted the water supply and enabling the Melamchi Water Supply Development Board to immediately restart the flow to the capital valley.

Public Service Commission Opens 170 Posts for Technical and Health Sectors

The Public Service Commission (PSC) has opened applications for the recruitment of 170 employees in the technical and health services. A notice published on Wednesday announced vacancies for the Gazetted Third Class (Technical) and the Eighth and Seventh Levels (Health) positions within the Civil Service. Eligible citizens can submit their applications online through the PSC’s portal until December 2. Interested candidates may also apply with a double fee until December 9.

Global ICT Leadership Forum Proves Productive for Nepal: Minister Kharel
Minister for Communications and Information Technology, Jagadish Kharel, has said that Nepal’s participation in the Global ICT Leadership Forum has been highly productive and beneficial. Addressing the 19th Global ICT Leadership Forum held in Seoul, the capital of the Republic of Korea, Minister Kharel stated that the forum provided valuable opportunities for Nepal to advance its vision of becoming a digital and AI-driven nation. “The Digital Leadership Forum has been highly productive and successful in helping Nepal move toward becoming a digital and AI-friendly country,” he said.

Government Approves Amendment to Personal Registration Rules

The government has resolved to amend the Personal Event Registration Regulation, 2020, with the Cabinet on Monday, approving the National Identity Card and Registration (Second Amendment) Regulation, 2025. This decision now allows citizens a one-time opportunity to correct errors in personal details, including name, date of birth, and marriage registration. Prime Minister Sushila Karki noted the amendment will clarify the process, resolving a long-standing issue where differences in details between citizenship and academic certificates created difficulties for foreign travel and applications. This amendment covers corrections for five types of personal events, including birth, marriage, divorce, death, and migration.

HoR Dissolution Renders Dozens of Critical Bills Inactive

The dissolution of the House of Representatives (HoR) on September 12, following the Gen Z protest, has effectively rendered dozens of bills inactive. Key legislation, including the Information Technology and Cyber Security Bill, 2025, and the Social Media Bill, 2025, was stalled in committee discussions and failed to become law. Crucially, the Media Council Bill, 2024, which had already passed the National Assembly, also became defunct. Due to the dissolution, the new HoR must restart the legislative process, delaying crucial reforms in economic, communication, and civil aviation sectors, including the split of the Nepal Civil Aviation Authority.

Sindhuli Road Accident: Two Dead, Four Injured

Two people died and four others were injured in a road accident today at Laxmipur, Dudhauli municipality-4, along the Madan Bhandari Highway. The collision involved three vehicles: one truck and two motorcycles. The deceased have been identified as Ram Kumar Kumar, 34, of Tadi, Dudhauli municipality-11, and Phulbabu Dhami, 25, of Dudhauli municipality. Both succumbed to their injuries while receiving treatment at Dudhauli Municipal Hospital, police said.

Karnali Police Hospital Initiates Health Checkup Program for Personnel

The Karnali Province Police Hospital in Surkhet has launched the ‘Police Hospital with Police Unit’ program, conducting health check-ups and BMI assessments for police personnel in the Surkhet Valley. The program, which took place on Tuesday and Wednesday, saw medical teams examine 229 employees (38 women and 191 men) working in the Police Battalion. Additionally, 48 personnel (one woman and 47 men) from the Highway Security and District Traffic Police Offices underwent check-ups. The hospital announced plans to extend this initiative to include police units in Humla next.

Safer Climbing Route to Sagarmatha Expedition Expected by Mid-April

A safer route for Mount Everest expeditions is expected to open by mid-April. The route, originally used by Sir Edmund Hillary of New Zealand and Tenzing Norgay Sherpa in the historic 1953 ascent, is gradually being restored. The trail passes through Nuptse Peak, with about 80 percent of the work already completed. Himal Gautam, Director of the Department of Tourism, said the route is safer than the Khumbu Icefall route and is being prepared for use in the coming spring expedition. However, tourism expert Aanng Chhiring Sherpa noted that the new route is roughly 200 meters longer than the Khumbu Icefall route, which was first established in 1984.

Nepal Airlines Commences Staff Reduction Amidst Financial Restructuring

Nepal Airlines Corporation has begun cutting down contract and daily wage employees who are not actively engaged in operations as part of a move to improve efficiency and reduce financial burden. The decision follows a policy to reduce staff based on the flight frequency at currently operational and non-operational domestic stations. According to the airline’s spokesperson, Anil Ghimire, the contracts of six contract and daily wage employees were terminated effective Wednesday. This management decision marks the initiation of a reformative step aimed at streamlining the corporation’s operations and addressing its financial liabilities.

Home Ministry Initiates Classification of Gen Z Protest Casualties

The Ministry of Home Affairs has directed all 77 District Administration Offices to immediately collect and submit details of individuals injured or disabled during the Gen Z movement protests on September 8 and 9. This move follows the preparation and approval of the Gen Z Demonstration Injured Classification Procedure, 2025, by the Ministry of Health and Population. The procedure mandates the formation of a seven-member District-Level Classification Facilitation Committee led by the Chief District Officer. The committee will classify casualties into five categories, ranging from general to extremely serious (including paralysis and loss of sight), for providing easy treatment, relief, and rehabilitation.

Labor Ministry Prepares to Repeal 2009 Japan TITP

The Ministry of Labor, Employment, and Social Security is preparing to repeal the Japan Technical Intern Training Program (TITP) Worker Sending Directive, 2009. A committee, led by Joint Secretary Pitambar Ghimire, has been formed to study the issue, which is expected to recommend abolition. The existing directive, based on the JITCO framework, which was scrapped by Japan in 2017, allows only JITCO-listed manpower agencies to send workers. Manpower agencies have long demanded the repeal of this outdated system. Japan is planning to introduce the Employment for Skill Development (ESD) Program from 2027, replacing the current TITP system, necessitating the regulatory change in Nepal.

National Elections Expenditure Escalates Due to Security and Logistical Demands

The cost of national elections has continually escalated due to high expenditures on security and the procurement of vehicles and equipment. Total expenses soared from Rs 2.750 billion in 1999 to Rs 11.100 billion during the 2013 election, with a major portion being diverted to security arrangements. Given the current instability following the Gen Z protest and the destruction of police vehicles on September 9, the security budget for the upcoming March 5, 2026 election is expected to be substantial. The continued reliance on printing ballots and recruiting tens of thousands of temporary police also contributes significantly to the escalating costs.

ANFA Commits to Launching A-Division League Within 120 Days

The All Nepal Football Association (ANFA), following a meeting with A-Division club representatives and the Football Players’ Association, has agreed to commence the Martyr’s Memorial ‘A’ Division League within 120 days. The agreement, reached on Tuesday after intervention by Youth and Sports Minister Bablu Gupta, ensures the league will start somewhere around March-April 2026. This decision prioritizes the A-Division League over the previously planned National League. ANFA President Pankaj Bikram Nembang and General Secretary Kiran Rai participated in the discussion, affirming the commitment to hold the league in multiple venues.

Nepal Premier League Secures Indian Star TV Broadcast Rights

The upcoming Nepal Premier League (NPL) cricket tournament, scheduled from November 17 to December 13, 2025, has secured a broadcast deal with Indian Star Television. The agreement, confirmed on Tuesday, means the tournament will be broadcast on both Indian Star TV and domestic Nepali channels, eliminating exclusive rights for Nepali broadcasters. Furthermore, the Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) has decided that games will not be available on YouTube this year. Instead, fans abroad and those without TV access must pay to view the matches through a dedicated mobile application.

India Expands Electronic Cargo Tracking to New Ports and Routes

India has extended its Electronic Cargo Tracking System (ECTS) to new ports and railroad transit routes, a move expected to reduce logistics costs and dependence on the congested Kolkata–Birgunj corridor. Implemented by the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC), the revised regulations now allow cargo transit through additional Indian ports, including Visakhapatnam. The system, which uses GPS/GPRS electronic seals on containers, enables real-time tracking for customs officials and traders, enhancing transparency and security. The change permits cargo to be routed directly to Biratnagar, particularly benefiting traders in Eastern Nepal, but requires local infrastructure development for full implementation at other border points.

Turkish Military Plane Tragedy Claims 20 Lives Near Georgia-Azerbaijan Border

A Turkish C-130 military cargo plane tragically crashed near the Georgia–Azerbaijan border on Tuesday, resulting in the deaths of 20 personnel, including the flight crew. The aircraft, a Lockheed C-130E Hercules, was en route from Azerbaijan to Türkiye. The Turkish Defense Ministry confirmed the casualties on Wednesday and initiated a joint search and rescue effort with local authorities. This incident occurs during a period of heightened geopolitical sensitivity and deepening defense cooperation formalized by the 2021 Shusha Declaration. An investigation is underway to determine the cause, focusing on technical malfunction or severe weather, given the aircraft’s strong safety record.

Colombia Suspends Intelligence Sharing with US Over Caribbean Attacks

Colombian President Gustavo Petro has ordered the immediate suspension of intelligence sharing with U.S. intelligence agencies until Washington ceases its attacks on boats in the Caribbean. President Petro made the directive public in a post on X, emphasizing that the joint effort against drug trafficking must be “subordinated to the human rights of the Caribbean people.” This order puts a temporary halt to the longstanding collaboration between the two countries’ security forces in combating the illegal drug trade routes through the Caribbean waters. The move signals a shift in priorities, linking security cooperation directly to human rights protections.

Indigenous Protesters Clash with Security at COP30 Climate Summit

Dozens of Indigenous protesters forced entry into the COP30 climate summit venue in Belem, Brazil, on Tuesday, November 11, 2025 (Kartik 25, 2082 B.S.) (Nepali Time), clashing with security guards to demand climate action and land rights. Shouting slogans like “Our land is not for sale,” they demanded protection from agribusiness and illegal miners. The U.N. spokesperson confirmed that a group breached the security barriers, causing minor injuries to two security staff and minor venue damage. The incident occurred despite Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva highlighting Indigenous communities as key players in the COP30 negotiations, urging empowerment to preserve the Amazon.

US House Convenes to End Longest Government Shutdown Since October 1

Members of the U.S. House of Representatives returned to Washington on Tuesday (USA GMT-8), following a 53-day recess, to vote on a compromise deal to end the 42-day government shutdown. The shutdown, which began on October 1, is the longest in U.S. history. The Republican-controlled House is scheduled to vote on Wednesday afternoon on the deal, which the Senate approved on Monday night, to restore funding through January 30, 2026. President Donald Trump is expected to sign the bill, which would also ensure uninterrupted funding for the SNAP food aid program until September 30, 2026.