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Opposition Protests Force National Assembly Adjournment Until June 9

The National Assembly meeting was adjourned for the third consecutive time on Tuesday after opposition lawmakers continued their protest over Prime Minister Balendra Shah’s (Balen) remarks on the Nepal-India border issue. As soon as the session began, opposition members stood in protest, preventing the House from proceeding with its scheduled agenda. Chairperson Narayan Prasad Dahal subsequently adjourned the meeting until 1:15 PM on 9 June. The Assembly had been scheduled to begin general discussions on the government’s fiscal year 2026/27 budget and consider the Alternative Development Finance Mobilization Bill, 2026. Opposition parties have demanded that the Prime Minister retract and clarify his statement that Nepal has also encroached on Indian territory, arguing that the remarks contradict Nepal’s established position on border disputes.

Chief Justice Sharma Commits to a Stronger, Efficient Judiciary

Chief Justice Manoj Kumar Sharma announced his commitment to strengthening the judiciary by building on the successful practices of his predecessors. Speaking at a congratulatory event organized by the Supreme Court Bar Association on Wednesday, Sharma emphasized that court-based dispute resolution should be a last resort rather than a first choice, urging the Bar to play an active role in effective dispute management. He reaffirmed his dedication to the supremacy of the constitution, the rule of law, judicial independence, impartiality, and institutional governance. Chief Justice Sharma noted that public trust can be earned by making justice administration swift, affordable, impartial, and accountable. While highlighting the leadership role of the Chief Justice in implementing judicial reforms, he stressed that genuine improvement is only possible through the coordinated cooperation of both judges and court staff.

Supreme Court Defers Trade Union Dissolution Hearing to June 10

The Supreme Court on Wednesday postponed further hearings on a petition challenging the government’s decision to abolish civil servants’ trade unions, scheduling a continuous hearing for 10 June. A five-member constitutional bench heard arguments from both sides but did not reach a conclusion. The case was filed by Bhawani Dahal, president of the Civil Servants’ Organization, who argues that the ordinance violates constitutional rights related to union formation and participation. The controversial ordinance, introduced by the Balendra Shah-led government, seeks to dismantle politically affiliated unions within the civil service. The Supreme Court had earlier issued an interim order suspending its implementation.

6 Nepali Females, Including Teenagers, Rescued from India

A collaborative enforcement operation executed by the Nepali Embassy in New Delhi, the Aafanta India Foundation, and Bihar Police successfully rescued six young women, aged 16 to 25, from forced labor setups across commercial orchestra groups in India. Safe house operators confirmed that five individuals were extracted following coordinated raids across Bihar and placed in regional youth protection shelters for 19 days, while one woman was recovered from Delhi. Legal casework verified three victims originate from Sunsari, with one each from Makwanpur, Kapilvastu, and Siraha. The rescued citizens entered repatriation tracks through Parsa District security processing on Wednesday, leaving two unverified individuals in Chhapra pending document validation.

Lumbini Province Ministers from CPN (UML) Resign En Masse

CPN (UML) ministers in the Lumbini Province government have resigned en masse. Four ministers participating in the government on behalf of the UML have submitted their written resignations. The ministers representing UML in the province are Dinesh Panthi, Bhumishwar Dhakal, Sita Sharma Chaudhary and Khem Saru Magar. Chetnarayan Acharya, who is from the UML, serves as the Chief Minister of this province. It is understood that the UML is recalling the old ministers to appoint new ones.

Nepali Congress Central Disciplinary Committee Meets on Thursday

The Central Disciplinary Committee of the Nepali Congress is scheduled to hold a meeting this coming Thursday, June 4. Committee Secretary Dinesh Thapa Magar issued a formal statement announcing that the meeting has been called for Thursday. The session will take place at the party’s central office located in Sanepa, Lalitpur. Following official directives, all committee members have been requested to attend the meeting. According to party sources, the discussions will primarily focus on internal party discipline, complaints received by the committee, and future action plans.

UML Launches 2-Day National Workshop with KP Oli

The Communist Party of Nepal (Unified Marxist-Leninist) has officially commenced its two-day national workshop in the capital, focusing on the theme of membership renewal and expansion motivation. Party Chairman KP Sharma Oli inaugurated the event at Babarmahal in Kathmandu, marking a significant moment, as it is his first appearance at a public function since the conclusion of the House of Representatives elections on March 5. This strategic gathering, organized by the party’s central organization department, serves as a crucial briefing for leadership figures from various districts and provinces.

Gyanendra Shahi Slams RPP Leadership

Rashtriya Prajatantra Party (RPP) parliamentary party leader Gyanendra Shahi has publicly criticized the party’s senior leadership following General Secretary Dhawal Shamsher Rana’s announcement of a separate political movement. In a social media post, Shahi accused both the establishment and dissident factions of prioritizing personal ambitions over party unity, saying grassroots workers and youth supporters had grown frustrated with ongoing infighting. He urged leaders to resolve differences through dialogue rather than deepen divisions, warning that the dispute has damaged party morale and public trust. Shahi also challenged the feuding leaders to hold a direct meeting to settle their differences.

Lamichhane, Modi Discuss Stronger Nepal-India Partnership Today

Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) Chairman Rabi Lamichhane and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi discussed ways to deepen Nepal-India ties during an hour-long meeting in New Delhi, with both leaders later highlighting the importance of closer cooperation and shared prosperity. Making the meeting public through social media, Modi said he was “extremely delighted” to meet Lamichhane and welcomed his aspiration to work together for a shared and prosperous future. He reiterated that Nepal remains a priority partner under India’s Neighbourhood First policy and expressed readiness to work with Nepal’s new government to elevate bilateral relations to new heights. In a separate social media post, Lamichhane described the meeting as a productive discussion centered on moving beyond past constraints and advancing a new era of “development diplomacy” based on shared civilizational bonds, digital corridors, seamless connectivity, and mutual trust. He said the RSP looks forward to translating these possibilities into tangible benefits for the people of both countries.

Ambassador Maeda Toru Calls on Foreign Secretary Amrit Rai

The Ambassador of Japan to Nepal, Maeda Toru, paid a courtesy call on Foreign Secretary Amrit Bahadur Rai at the Ministry on Wednesday. During the meeting, both sides discussed various aspects of Nepal-Japan relations and ongoing bilateral cooperation, according to officials. The interaction focused on strengthening diplomatic ties and expanding collaboration in areas of mutual interest between the two countries.

38 Child Marriage Cases Reported via Helpline in Koshi Province

A total of 38 reports related to child marriage were registered through the child helpline service in Koshi Province during the first 10 months (July 17, 2025, to May 14, 2026) of the current fiscal year 2025/26, according to official data. The complaints were received through the 1098 toll-free helpline operated by the Lost Children Search Coordination Center. The reports came from only 4 out of 14 districts in the province. District-wise, Morang recorded the highest with 24 cases, followed by Sunsari (11), Ilam (2), and Udayapur (1). Cases reported via helplines are addressed through coordination with government and non-government agencies for rescue, protection, and rehabilitation of affected children. The 2021 National Census recorded 9,713 child marriage cases in Koshi Province, recent awareness efforts through child clubs and community networks are helping reduce incidents and improve reporting.

Man Arrested in Lalitpur with 150 Grams of Brown Sugar

Police have arrested a 25-year-old man, Asaraf Ali, a resident of Simraungadh Municipality-7, Bara, with 150 grams of brown sugar from Lalitpur Metropolitan City-15 on Tuesday. According to Police Superintendent Durga Raj Regmi, spokesperson for the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) Koteshwor, Ali was apprehended by a bureau team during a targeted operation. Police said they also recovered two digital weighing scales and four speaker units, which were allegedly used to conceal and transport the narcotic substance. Ali has been taken into custody, and further investigation into the narcotics case is underway, police added.

Medical Commission to Reissue Directives After Legal Review

The Medical Education Commission has decided to reissue all directives and procedures issued in the past after completing the required legal process. The decision was taken at the Commission’s 24th meeting, chaired by Prime Minister Balendra Shah, after provisions of the Legislation Act, 2024, rendered earlier directives and procedures ineffective. The meeting also authorized the Commission’s Vice-Chair to issue necessary directives to universities, institutes, and councils to strengthen the regulation and coordination of medical education. Officials said the move follows recent amendments to the National Medical Education Act, 2018, which explicitly empower the Commission to formulate directives and procedures required for implementing the Act.

Domestic Film Box Office Data Shows Sharp Performance Disparities

Domestic cinema box office registers published by the Film Development Board revealed high performance gaps among 11 new movie releases screened between April 14 and May 29. Industry earnings show Lalibazar secured top commercial placement, generating gross box office revenue exceeding Rs 79 million following its May 8 debut. Comparative data ranks Paralko Aago second with over Rs 42.7 million in box office collections, followed by Mitjyu which generated Rs 12 million during its initial nine days. Conversely, independent releases faced poor commercial turnouts, with Malati Mangale drawing Rs 5.1 million, Kazi at Rs 4 million, and Ek Mutthi Badal finishing below Rs 600,000.

Nepal Loses to Bangladesh, Crashes out of SAFF Women’s Championship

Nepal’s campaign in the SAFF Women’s Championship ended at the semifinal stage after a 2-1 defeat to defending champions Bangladesh women’s national football team on Wednesday in Goa, India. Nepal took the lead in the 23rd minute through Gita Rana, who converted a corner delivered by Dipa Shahi. However, Bangladesh equalized in first-half stoppage time when Ritu Porna Chakma scored directly from a corner kick. With the match heading toward extra time, Mosammat Sagorika struck in the third minute of second-half injury time, capitalizing on a cross from Shamsunnahar to seal Bangladesh’s place in the final and end Nepal’s title hopes.

Karnali Province Hosts Women Under 19 National Cricket Tournament

The Karnali Province Cricket Association, under the annual sports calendar of the Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN), finalized management preparations to host the Under-19 Women’s National Cricket Tournament from June 5 to June 15. Organized in Birendranagar, the sports event functions as the primary selection window to build the national pool for the 2027 ICC Women’s Under-19 Cricket World Cup, jointly hosted by Bangladesh and Nepal. Featuring women’s regional rosters from all 7 provinces, the multi-day tournament includes 22 scheduled matches hosted at the Kalunchowk grounds and the Karnali Stadium complex. Cash prizes feature Rs 500,000 for the champions and Rs 300,000 for runners-up.

National Cricket Team Schedules Jersey Training Camp

The Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) announced on Wednesday that the men’s national roster will travel to Jersey in July 2026 to conduct an elite training camp for the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup League 2. Organized to prepare for the upcoming triangular series in the Netherlands against the host nation and Namibia, the preparation tour includes 2 official One Day International (ODI) matches. Match configurations published by the cricket secretariat confirm both competitive fixtures will take place at the NCC Grainville Cricket Ground. The opening ODI match against the Jersey national team is scheduled for July 13, with the concluding match locked for July 15.

Cockroach Janta Party of India Appoints 3 Spokespersons

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), a newly formed political outfit in India, has appointed three spokespersons as it expands outreach around education and youth-focused issues. Investigative journalist Saurav Das has been named chief spokesperson, alongside political researcher and filmmaker Vijeta Dahiya and former management consultant Ashutosh Ranka, according to a statement shared by the party. The party said the appointments aim to bring new-generation voices into public discourse and strengthen engagement on governance and education reform debates in India. CJP, which has recently gained attention online among students and young voters, is preparing for upcoming campaigns led by its founder, Abhijeet Dipke, who has announced plans for protests in New Delhi, India, following his return on June 6 over alleged education examination irregularities.

Kuwait Suspends Air Traffic Following Drone Strikes on Capital Airport

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kuwait suspended all commercial aviation operations on Wednesday after an Iranian drone attack caused structural damage to the country’s sole international airport hub. The targeted strike injured multiple civilians inside the main terminal building and caused 1 confirmed death during wider strikes across regional facilities. The regional military escalation followed preventative defensive counter-strikes executed by US Central Command forces, which intercepted several ballistic missiles and neutralized an unladen oil tanker inside the Persian Gulf. Security records show regional targets, including radar networks on Qeshm Island and communications infrastructure in Goruk, faced consecutive air campaigns amid ongoing diplomatic adjustments sought by US President Donald Trump.

Meta AI Support Flaw Exposes High-Profile Instagram Accounts

A security flaw in Meta Platforms Inc.’s AI-powered Instagram support system allowed hackers to gain control of several high-profile accounts, raising fresh concerns about the use of artificial intelligence in sensitive security functions. The breach affected accounts including the former Obama White House Instagram page, cosmetics retailer Sephora, and a senior official from the United States Space Force. Attackers reportedly manipulated Meta’s support chatbot into resetting account credentials without proper identity verification. Meta said the issue was resolved on Monday and affected accounts were secured. The incident triggered criticism of the company’s growing reliance on AI-driven customer support and security tools, particularly as it invests heavily in AI infrastructure while reducing its workforce. Cybersecurity experts warned that similar attacks could become more common as companies give AI systems greater authority over account recovery and other critical services.