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At Least 173 Civil Servants Transferred via Online System Today

A total of 173 civil servants have been transferred through the government’s Online Employee Transfer Management System, following 1,860 received applications, according to the Ministry of Federal Affairs and General Administration. Minister of Land Management, Cooperatives, and Federal Affairs and General Administration Pratibha Rawal stated that the digital platform enhances transparency, security, and accessibility, allowing employees to apply and track requests online. The system integrates with the Department of National Personnel Records (Civil) to automatically update employee records upon approval, aiming to streamline management and reduce irregularities ahead of the regular transfer window from August 17 to September 15, 2026.

Science Ministry Approves 90-Post Organizational Structure Today

The Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation, led by Minister Mahabir Pun, approved its organizational structure on Monday, July 27, becoming the second ministry to finalize its staffing framework. Registered on a fast-track basis by the Department of National Personnel Records (Civil), the structure provides for 90 positions, including one Special Class Secretary and three Joint Secretaries. With this approval, the ministry is expected to accelerate personnel deployment and begin full-scale operations focused on scientific research and technology.

Three Parliamentary Committees Convened Today

Three parliamentary committees under the Federal Parliament convened on Monday, July 27, 2026, according to the Federal Parliament Secretariat. The Education, Health and Information Technology Committee met at 2:00 P.M. to discuss the implementation status of the National Medical Education Act, 2019. Meanwhile, the Development, Economic Affairs and Good Governance Committee held a meeting at 11:00 AM for detailed discussions on its annual work plan for the fiscal year 2026/27. Similarly, the Public Policy and Delegated Legislation Committee convened at 11:30 AM to hold discussions with officials from the Central Department of History at Tribhuvan University, Kirtipur.

Chief Justice Sharma Returns Home After Four-Day India Visit

Chief Justice Manoj Kumar Sharma returned home today after concluding a four-day visit to India. He had departed for India on July 23 at the invitation of his Indian counterpart, Surya Kant. According to Arjun Prasad Koirala, the spokesperson for the Supreme Court, Chief Justice Sharma held a bilateral meeting with his counterpart Kant during the visit, where they discussed matters related to judicial exchange between the two countries. Chief Justice Sharma also observed the Supreme Court of India and gathered insights regarding its judicial administration. His delegation included his spouse, Uma Sharma, and Joint Registrar Amit Upreti.

Home Minister Inspects Northern Border, Orders Tighter Security

Home Minister Sudhan Gurung inspected the northern border in Rasuwa on Monday, directing officials to strengthen border security, expedite the construction of the long-delayed Rasuwagadhi Integrated Check Post, and improve service delivery. During the visit, Gurung also observed the search operation for the driver of an electric vehicle swept away by the Bhote Koshi and inspected the Rasuwa Customs Office. After returning to Kathmandu, the minister held discussions with the inspectors general of the Nepal Police and the Armed Police Force over the Sunsari incident. A committee led by a joint secretary has been formed to investigate the incident, while the Central Security Committee is scheduled to meet later Monday.

Minister Gautam Stresses Need for Legal Reforms to Drive Development

Minister for Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs Sobita Gautam has said that necessary laws must be amended to facilitate development in accordance with the people’s aspirations. Speaking with local journalists today, she stated that the inability to formulate laws in line with public expectations would make it difficult to carry out work according to plan. She said, “It is difficult to deliver results if laws are not formulated in accordance with the people’s thinking, rather than the wishes of the leadership.” Gautam added that since the fiscal year 2026/27 has been declared the ‘Year of Legal Reform,’ 166 laws need to be enacted within this fiscal year. Stating that laws hindering work would be immediately amended, Minister Gautam mentioned that the matter regarding the 30-year service tenure and 55-year age limit in the civil service is currently ‘under process.’

Education Minister Emphasizes Reforms at Ramswarup Ramsagar Campus

Education and Sports Minister Sasmit Pokharel stated that structural reforms and quality teaching-learning must be prioritized during an inspection of Ramswarup Ramsagar Multiple Campus in Janakpurdham on Monday. During discussions with professors, Minister Pokharel expressed that campuses must reform teaching systems to make higher education competitive, effective, and student-friendly. Acknowledging that older campuses naturally face challenges, he directed the administration to enhance educational quality over time and to control dishonest or disorderly activities during examinations.

Health Ministry Condemns Attack on Doctors at Narayani Hospital

The Ministry of Health and Food Hygiene expressed sorrow over the death of a patient and the subsequent vandalism and attack on doctors at Narayani Hospital in Birgunj. In a press release issued on Monday by Joint Spokesperson Dr. Samir Kumar Adhikari, the ministry reiterated a ‘zero tolerance’ policy toward attacks on healthcare workers, stating that taking the law into one’s own hands is unacceptable. The ministry urged security agencies to take legal action against those responsible, called on doctors to continue uninterrupted services, and appealed to the public to support hospital system improvements.

Draft Agreement Reached to End Dr. Govinda KC’s Hunger Strike

An eight-point draft agreement has been prepared between the government negotiating team and representatives of the hunger-striking Dr. Govinda KC, pending approval from Prime Minister Balendra Shah and Education Minister Sasmit Pokharel. Key provisions include operating a 300-bed hospital and launching MBBS classes at Shahid Dasharath Chand Health Sciences University within the current fiscal year, removing Registrar Dr. Bhim Bahadur Chand, and retaining Vice-Chancellor Dr. Sunil Kumar Joshi. Dr. KC, who began his strike on July 22 in Dhangadhi and is currently receiving ICU treatment at Seti Provincial Hospital, is expected to break his fast upon signing.

Japanese Ambassador Hails Nagdhunga Tunnel as Historic Milestone

Nepal’s first modern road tunnel, the Nagdhunga–Sisnekhola Tunnel Way, was officially inaugurated on Monday. Speaking at the ceremony, Japanese Ambassador to Nepal Maeda Toru hailed the 2,688-meter project as a historic milestone in the nation’s infrastructure development and a strong symbol of the 70-year diplomatic relationship between Nepal and Japan.  Built using Japanese expertise alongside Nepali labor and engineers to overcome difficult terrain and reduce travel time, Ambassador Toru reaffirmed Japan’s commitment to Nepal’s stability while handing over operational responsibilities to the Ministry of Physical Infrastructure and Transport.

Bagmati Political Parties Talk Government Formation

Political parties in Bagmati Province initiated talks to form a new government after the CPN (UML) withdrew support from the Nepali Congress-led administration. The 104-member assembly requires 53 seats for a majority. The Nepali Congress holds 36 seats, the Nepali Communist Party has 26, the CPN (UML) has 25, the Rastriya Prajatantra Party holds 12, the Nepal Workers’ and Peasants’ Party has 3, and the Hamro Nepali Party holds 2. Although the CPN (UML) and the Nepali Communist Party aligned centrally, their combined 51 seats fall short. CPN (UML) leader Jagannath Thapaliya and Nepali Congress Chief Whip Pukar Maharjan stated that separate discussions with potential allies are ongoing to secure numbers.

Supreme Court Issues Show-Cause Order Over MPs Hiring Private Secretaries

The Supreme Court bench of Justice Binod Sharma has issued a show-cause order demanding a written explanation from the government regarding its decision to allow parliamentarians to hire private secretaries (PAs). Responding to a petition filed by advocate Prem Raj Silwal, the court will examine claims that the new perk misuses public funds, fosters political patronage, and lacks legal standards or qualifications for appointees, citing past instances where MP assistants were linked to major scandals like gold smuggling and the Fake Bhutanese Refugee scam.

NHRC Investigates Deadly Sunsari Clash Following Flag and DJ Dispute

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) launched an investigation into a clash in Dewanganj, Sunsari district, sparked by a flag placement and DJ music dispute between two communities. Police firing during the violence resulted in the death of Omprakash Mehta and injured nine others, who are receiving treatment at various medical facilities. Following protests, the Army was deployed to restore order. The commission urged the government to conduct an impartial probe, provide compensation to the victim’s family, and offer free medical treatment to the injured.

Nepal Students’ Union Protests Closure of Public Library

The Nepal Students’ Union (NSU) staged a demonstration in Kathmandu on Monday, demanding the immediate reopening of the Kathmandu Valley Public Library and calling for greater protection of public libraries. The protest, organized under the NSU Save Public Libraries Campaign, was held outside the library in Bhrikutimandap, which has remained closed for the past three months after being locked over unpaid rent. Carrying placards with slogans calling for increased investment in knowledge and the preservation of public libraries, participants also staged a symbolic protest by sitting on the street and reading books. The Social Welfare Council locked the library on April 13 over outstanding rent dues.

Cooperative Fraud Victims Stage Fresh Demonstrations in Kathmandu

Victims of cooperative fraud staged demonstrations in Kathmandu on Monday, under the National Campaign for Cooperative Depositors Protection, demanding the immediate return of their deposits. The protest marched from Maitighar to the Problematic Cooperative Management Committee office in Buddhanagar. Demonstrators carried previous government agreements and placards demanding justice and the return of principal and interest. Protesters criticized the government for alleged discrimination between small and large depositors in refunds, warning that a more rigorous protest will follow if demands are unmet.

RPP Chief Whip Oli Criticizes Security Handling After Sunsari Clash

Rastriya Prajatantra Party Chief Whip Khusbu Oli criticized the government’s internal security framework following a deadly clash in Sunsari district that resulted in police firing, a youth’s death, and an indefinite curfew. Stating that the escalation into fatal violence highlights systemic vulnerabilities, Oli emphasized that national security relies on public safety, social harmony, and proactive conflict resolution. She urged the Ministry of Home Affairs and law enforcement authorities to treat the incident as a critical strategic security concern rather than a routine administrative challenge.

Nepali Congress Demands Independent Probe into Sunsari Shooting

The Nepali Congress called for an independent and impartial investigation into the shooting incident in Kaptanganj, Dewanganj Rural Municipality-3, Sunsari, which claimed a civilian’s life. In a statement on Monday, party President Gagan Kumar Thapa expressed grief and questioned why the situation escalated to live fire, urging the government to exercise greater restraint, ensure immediate medical treatment for the injured, and provide support to the deceased’s family. Thapa also appealed to local residents, political parties, and civil society to avoid rumors and preserve communal harmony.

RSP Lawmaker Khanal Engages in Tense Debate During Kailali Hospital Visit

Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) Lawmaker KP Khanal engaged in a tense debate concerning hospital administration and security issues during a field visit to Lamkichuha Hospital in Kailali. Responding to hospital management committee member Dhirendra Thapa, who raised concerns regarding administrative challenges and hospital closures following an unidentified lockdown on July 25, the parliamentarian defended local and provincial governmental responsibilities while addressing governance disputes and potential management restructuring under federal jurisdiction.

‘Gaunthali’ Grosses Rs 74.2 Million Across 10 Days

The social drama film Gaunthali, directed by Kapil Rijal and starring Arun Chhetri and Simran Khadka, grossed Rs 74.2 million from the sale of 260,254 tickets during its first ten days in theaters, ending on Monday. According to official box office data published by the Film Development Board, the release produced by Suman Giri and Kapil Rijal following its premiere on July 16, outperformed other recent films including Roll No. 1, which registered Rs 17.8 million, and Bhag Daud, which reached Rs 1,195.

Dark Horse Entertainment Announces Film ‘The Rise Of Saamrajya’

Dark Horse Entertainment released a thematic poster announcing its upcoming epic action drama film The Rise of Saamrajya, written by Buddhisagar and directed by Saurav Chaudhary. Produced by Pravesh Chaudhary and Nila Dev alongside co-producer Biswas Basnet (Ben) and executive producer Shankar Pandey, the large-scale project features cinematography by Mankrishna Maharjan and action direction by Shri Shrestha. Principal photography is scheduled to begin in eastern Nepal during August this year with a 70-day shooting schedule across an undisclosed cast lineup.

CAVA Men’s Championship: Nepal Lose to Uzbekistan

Nepal has been defeated by Uzbekistan in the CAVA (Central Asian Volleyball Association) Men’s Volleyball Championship. Nepal was defeated by Uzbekistan in straight sets of 3–0 in a match held today in Islamabad, Pakistan. Nepal lost the first set 26–24, the second 25–20, and the third 25–22. With this, Nepal has lost all its matches in the league stage. Previously, Nepal had been defeated by Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Kazakhstan.

Pokhara Avengers Sign Shakib Al Hasan for NPL Season 3

The Pokhara Avengers have signed Bangladeshi cricketer Shakib Al Hasan to their squad for the third season of the Nepal Premier League (NPL). Considered one of the all-time great all-rounders in world cricket, Shakib has a long-standing track record of exceptional performances in international cricket. The 40-year-old Shakib Al Hasan is an experienced player who has represented over 30 franchise teams worldwide. The former Bangladesh captain has scored 2,551 runs and taken 149 wickets in 129 T20 Internationals. Furthermore, across all forms of T20 cricket, he has played 478 matches, scoring 7,853 runs and claiming 515 wickets to his name.

Legal challenge targets AI surveillance used during India’s student protests

The use of AI powered surveillance during recent student protests in India has sparked a legal challenge, with activists asking the Delhi High Court to rule that mass monitoring of demonstrators violates constitutional rights. The case seeks the deletion of personal and biometric data collected during the protests and calls for clear rules governing the use of surveillance technology by law enforcement. The challenge follows demonstrations over exam paper leaks that ended after the resignation of the education minister. Rights groups argue India lacks a legal framework regulating facial recognition technology, while authorities maintain the surveillance was necessary to ensure public safety and identify potential security threats.

Kim Marks Korean War Anniversary with Daughter at Memorial Ceremonies

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un marked the 73rd anniversary of the Korean War armistice by visiting war memorials, meeting veterans, and paying tribute to fallen soldiers, state media reported. His daughter, Ju Ae, joined the commemorations for the first time, fueling continued speculation that she is being prepared for a future leadership role. Kim also visited a cemetery honoring Chinese soldiers who fought in the war, including the grave of Mao Anying, the son of Mao Zedong, in a gesture seen as reflecting closer ties between Pyongyang and Beijing. The 1950 to 1953 Korean War ended with an armistice rather than a peace treaty.

ICC begins search for new prosecutor amid withdrawals and US pressure

The International Criminal Court (ICC) has begun the process of selecting a new chief prosecutor following the dismissal of Karim Khan over misconduct, as the tribunal faces mounting diplomatic and political challenges. The search comes amid increasing pressure from the United States, which opposes the court’s investigations involving Israel and US personnel, and a growing number of member states seeking to withdraw. Chad has become the fifth country in recent months to begin the withdrawal process, joining Venezuela, Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger. Until a successor is elected, the prosecutor’s office will be led by the court’s two deputy prosecutors.

NVIDIA Weighs Support for OpenAI’s $500 Billion AI Data Center 

NVIDIA is reportedly in discussions to provide about USD 250 billion in financing guarantees for OpenAI as part of a planned artificial intelligence (AI) data center project in Ohio expected to cost more than USD 500 billion. The proposed support would help OpenAI secure long-term access to a 10-gigawatt facility being developed by an energy unit of SoftBank, marking a major step toward building its own AI infrastructure instead of relying on cloud providers such as Microsoft, Amazon, and Oracle. Separate discussions are also said to include financing for up to USD 350 billion worth of NVIDIA AI chips. The first phase of the project is expected to be completed in 2028, with an initial capacity of about 800 megawatts.