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23-Year-Old Halim Khan Elected NC Convention Representative

23-Year-Old Halim Khan Elected NC Convention Representative

Published about 5 hours ago

On October 1, 23-year-old youth leader Halim Khan was elected as the General Convention Representative of the Nepali Congress from Arghakhanchi district. Competing under the under-35 youth cluster, Khan secured his victory in accordance with party statutes that reserve slots for young members. Khan, who started his political journey in 2017 through the Nepal Student Union, is also a member of the Nepali Congress Lumbini Province Publicity Department. He previously gained nationwide attention during the 14th General Convention as the country's youngest regional representative. His recent election highlights the growing political participation of young leaders within mainstream Nepali politics, reflecting a broader generational shift in leadership representation.

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Koshi Province Reschedules Chief Ministers' Conference

Koshi Province Reschedules Chief Ministers' Conference

Published about 6 hours ago

The Koshi Province Council of Ministers held a meeting on Thursday, October 15, 2083 BS, and decided to reschedule the Chief Ministers' Conference to October 27 and 28 in Biratnagar, which was previously set for October 22 and 23. Additionally, the cabinet appointed Toyanath Khatiwada (Rupesh) and Harikumari Rai as members of the Provincial Planning Commission. Furthermore, the meeting officially decided to construct the Girija Prasad Koirala Cricket Stadium in Biratnagar as a provincial pride project. Internal Affairs and Law Minister Gombu Sherpa briefed the media about these significant administrative decisions aimed at regional development and infrastructure enhancement in Koshi Province.

Rato Pati
New Bill Restricts Civil Servants on Social Media

New Bill Restricts Civil Servants on Social Media

Published about 7 hours ago

On September 30, 2026, the Nepal government registered a new Federal Civil Service Bill in Parliament, introducing strict regulations on civil servants' use of social media. According to Section 88 of the proposed bill, government employees are strictly prohibited from making comments in favor of or against any political party or official on electronic media and social platforms. Additionally, the legislation bans expressions that incite violence or promote social discord. Civil servants are also restricted from promoting their official duties or work-related achievements through their personal social media pages. This legislative move aims to ensure neutrality and professionalism among public servants by curbing partisan engagement and unauthorized digital promotion of government tasks.

eKantipur
Vacant National Assembly seats will be filled soon: Minister Gautam

Vacant National Assembly seats will be filled soon: Minister Gautam

Published about 7 hours ago

Minister for Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs Sobita Gautam announced that the two vacant seats in the National Assembly will be filled soon. Responding to a query raised by Nepali Congress lawmaker Padam Bahadur Pariyar during Thursday's parliamentary session, Minister Gautam explained that the delay was caused by the Gen-Z movement, the interim government, and the House of Representatives elections. She assured the parliament that the government, Election Commission, and parliament are coordinating to initiate by-elections and presidential nominations based on constitutional inclusivity and national contributions. Although the legal 35-day deadline for by-elections was missed, the government is committed to finalizing the process swiftly to maintain the dignity and role of the National Assembly.

eKantipur
CIAA Probes Handpump Project Irregularities in Gadhimai

CIAA Probes Handpump Project Irregularities in Gadhimai

Published about 9 hours ago

The Commission for the Investigation of Abuse of Authority (CIAA) has initiated an on-site investigation into alleged irregularities regarding handpump (Chapakal) installations and agricultural modernization programs in Gadhimai Municipality. Acting on complaints about financial misuse involving a conditional grant of 3.5 million rupees received in the fiscal year 2081/082 under a food security project, the anti-corruption body is verifying documents against actual field conditions. Complainants and local ward chairs, including Ram Sinhaasan Raya Yadav and Bajrangi Prasad Yadav, alleged that large projects were illegally fragmented into smaller tasks through consumer committees without open bidding, and some old handpumps were falsely presented to mislead inspectors. The CIAA team is currently collecting relevant documents, interviewing locals, and examining payment processes to ensure a thorough and impartial investigation.

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Shambhu Giri Elected Nepali Congress Regional President

Shambhu Giri Elected Nepali Congress Regional President

Published about 10 hours ago

Shambhu Giri, Chairman of Dangisharan Rural Municipality, has been elected as the Regional President for Nepali Congress Dang Constituency 3 (B) under the party's 15th General Convention. Election Officer Sanjay KC announced that Giri secured 470 votes, defeating his competitor Gopal Rawat, who received 99 votes. Additionally, Durga Oli was elected as the Vice-President of the same region with 309 votes, defeating Chakra Wali, who garnered 263 votes. Meanwhile, vote counting for other positions in the regional constituency is currently ongoing. This follows earlier developments in the region where former Lumbini Province Chief Minister Dilli Bahadur Chaudhary was unanimously elected as a central general convention representative from Dang Constituency No. 3.

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Congress Disciplinary Committee Warns Deuba Faction

Congress Disciplinary Committee Warns Deuba Faction

Published about 10 hours ago

On October 1, 2026, the Central Disciplinary Committee of the Nepali Congress issued a strict warning to leaders and cadres involved in parallel conventions organized by the faction led by former party president Sher Bahadur Deuba in Kathmandu. Acting Coordinator Ramesh Dhamala stated that individuals who have already participated in the 15th General Convention's electoral process must refrain from anti-party activities. The committee emphasized that strict disciplinary action will be taken against anyone acting contrary to party policies and decisions, as reports have emerged of members engaging in factional activities under the party's name despite ongoing official procedures.

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