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Govt decides to implement recommendations of Karki-led probe commission
The decision was taken at the first cabinet meeting led by Prime Minister Balendra Shah, Education, Science and Technology Minister and government spokesperson Sasmit Pokharel said.
Mar 27, 2026
Here are four key decisions taken by the first cabinet ...
Here are four key decisions taken by the first cabinet ...
Mar 27, 2026
Home Minister Gurung decides to implement one-stop serv...
Home Minister Gurung decides to implement one-stop serv...
Mar 27, 2026
Sasmit Pokharel appointed govt spokesperson
Sasmit Pokharel appointed govt spokesperson
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Balen drops ‘Jai Mahakali’ on eve of swearing-in as PM, blending music with national mood
Balen appointed PM: Ministers, from Sudan to Swarnim, to take oath today
3PM Balen and his cabinet colleagues take oath of office and secrecy
4New faces, high expectations: Inside Balen Shah’s first cabinet
5High hopes, higher stakes for RSP government
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Attorney General Sabita Bhandari resigns
Attorney General Sabita Bhandari resigns
Bhandari had been appointed as Attorney General on September 14 by the previous interim Prime Minister Sushila Karki. Following the formation of the new government, she decided to step down after the administration that appointed her changed.
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Gita Chaudhary assumes office as Minister of Agriculture and Environment
Gita Chaudhary assumes office as Minister of Agriculture and...
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She was welcomed by the ministry’s secretaries, Dr. Deepak Kumar Kharal and Dr. Rajendra Prasad Mishra, who provided her with a briefing on ongoing departmental activities.
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New cabinet holds first meeting
New cabinet holds first meeting
The meeting at Singha Durbar took place just a few hours after Balendra Shah was sworn in as Prime Minister.
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China congratulates PM Shah, pledges to strengthen cooperation
China congratulates PM Shah, pledges to strengthen cooperati...
In an official message, the Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson wished Prime Minister Shah a successful tenure and reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening the traditional friendship and cooperation with Nepal.
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Oli congratulates Balen on appointment as PM
Oli congratulates Balen on appointment as PM
“Heartfelt congratulations to senior leader Balendra Shah of the Rastriya Swatantra Party on his appointment as Prime Minister,” Oli wrote. “I also extend my best wishes for the success of all cabinet members.”
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Modi congratulates PM Balen, stresses stronger India-Nepal ties
Modi congratulates PM Balen, stresses stronger India-Nepal t...
In a congratulatory message, Modi said Shah’s appointment reflects the trust and confidence placed in his leadership by the people of Nepal. He also expressed optimism about working closely with the new government in Kathmandu.
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Balen Shah govt restructures cabinet, reduces ministries to 16
Balen Shah govt restructures cabinet, reduces ministries to...
Prime Minister Shah retained the Defence and Industry and Commerce portfolios himself, while the remaining 14 ministers took their oath from the President.
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Former PM Oli skips PM Balen’s oath taking ceremony
Former PM Oli skips PM Balen’s oath taking ceremony
According to the Office of the President’s Secretariat, Oli had informed in advance that he would be unable to attend the ceremony as he is observing traditional mourning rituals in white attire following the death of his father, Mohan Prasad Oli.
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Home Minister Gurung ranks third in Balen-led Cabinet; Full ministerial line-up revealed
Home Minister Gurung ranks third in Balen-led Cabinet; Full...
In the 15-member cabinet, Minister for Finance Dr Swarnim Wagle holds the second rank, while Minister for Home Affairs Sudan Gurung ranks third.
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PM Balen and his cabinet colleagues take oath of office and secrecy
PM Balen and his cabinet colleagues take oath of office and...
Following the swearing-in of newly appointed Prime Minister Balendra Shah (Balen), the ministers in his cabinet also took the oath of office and secrecy today.
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