Tapendra Karki

Following the administration of the oath of office and secrecy by the Parliament Secretariat, the RSP has scheduled the CC meeting for 4 pm on Thursday to select the PPL in the HoR and initiate the process of forming a new government, including ministerial appointments.

The NHRC’s findings are based on its investigation into alleged human rights violations during the protests, including the use of police force on September 8, as well as broader concerns over transparency, accountability, and impunity.

A joint bench of Justices Sharanga Subedi and Sunil Pokharel issued the order on Thursday after four days of hearings, directing authorities to submit files related to Attorney General Sabita Bhandari’s recent decision to amend the charge sheet.

A recent commission report on the Gen-Z protests cleared senior Nepali Army officers while holding Nepal Police and the APF responsible for violence and destruction. 

As it prepares to take the reins of power, the RSP has organized training and orientation programs for its lawmakers on parliamentary roles and procedures.

The move comes amid fears that rising instability in the region could push refugees toward safer destinations, including Nepal. However, the government has stopped short of labeling Iranian nationals as a security threat.

Former Revenue Department Director General Jhalakram Adhikari, previously implicated in a 60-kg gold smuggling scandal, now faces a CIAA corruption case for allegedly taking a Rs 7 million bribe and laundering the money through multiple bank accounts and land purchases.

Critics argue that although everyone must abide by the law and security agencies exercise authority while enforcing it, the report instead recommends action against those responsible for maintaining order.

Nepal Police’s investigation into the alleged fake tourist rescue scam is facing growing scrutiny as it struggles to gather concrete evidence and has left out several companies previously implicated in the fraud. Officials say complaints filed via email have complicated the investigation, prom...

Discussions are currently underway between RSP Chair Rabi Lamichhane and Shah regarding the government formation process.