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Internal Divisions Weaken Congress After Election Loss

Internal Divisions Weaken Congress After Election Loss

Elections, Governance, देश, राजनीति
Nepali Congress is facing growing internal conflict after its poor performance in the recent elections. The party has dropped from first place to second in Parliament. 🗳️ Election Results The results show a sharp decline for the party. Key points: Congress lost a large number of seats It now holds only 38 seats It was the largest party in the previous election Meanwhile, a rival party secured a strong majority. ⚠️ Internal Conflict Grows Party leaders are divided after the election. Main issues: Disagreement over leadership change Tension between senior leaders Separate meetings planned by factions Some leaders blame internal fights for the defeat. 🧑‍🎓 Youth Wing Raises Voice The party’s student wing has also spoken out. ...
From Grieving Mother to MP: Rachana Khatiwada’s Story

From Grieving Mother to MP: Rachana Khatiwada’s Story

Elections, Governance, देश, राजनीति
Rachana Khatiwada, the mother of a young protester who died during the September 8 Gen Z movement, has been included in the Proportional Representation (PR) list for the House of Representatives from the Rastriya Swatantra Party. Her name appeared on the list on Sunday. While relatives and friends sent messages of congratulations, Rachana says the moment brings mixed emotions. “I cannot feel happy,” she says. “No matter where I reach, my son will not return.” A Mother Carrying a Heavy Responsibility Rachana’s 23-year-old son Rasik Khatiwada was killed during the protest in Baneshwar last year. Since then, she has been demanding justice for him and others who died during the movement. Now, she says her new role as a lawmaker comes with responsibility. She is th...
RSP Prepares Proportional Representation Candidate List

RSP Prepares Proportional Representation Candidate List

Elections, Governance, देश
The secretariat of the Rastriya Swatantra Party is set to hold a meeting today to recommend candidates under the Proportional Representation (PR) electoral system for the upcoming House of Representatives (HoR) elections. According to party spokesperson Manish Jha, the meeting will take place following a directive from party president Rabi Lamichhane. However, the exact time and venue of the meeting have not yet been finalized, Jha said. Focus on Proportional Representation Candidates Party leaders are expected to discuss and finalize recommendations for candidates who will represent the party under the PR system in the federal parliament elections. The meeting will also review other key party matters and organizational plans. Possible Discussion on Party Statu...
6,252 Invalid Votes Recorded in Tanahu in Nepal’s Parliamentary Election

6,252 Invalid Votes Recorded in Tanahu in Nepal’s Parliamentary Election

Elections, Environment, देश, राजनीति
More than 6,000 votes were declared invalid in Tanahu district during Nepal’s March 5 House of Representatives election. According to the District Election Office, a total of 6,252 ballots were rejected in the district. The invalid votes were recorded in the two parliamentary constituencies of Tanahu. Officials say the number is high. This happened even though voter education programs were conducted before the election. Invalid Votes in Both Constituencies Election Officer Bikash Lamsal said invalid votes were recorded in both constituencies. Tanahu Constituency No. 1: 2,730 invalid votes Tanahu Constituency No. 2: 3,522 invalid votes As a result, Tanahu-2 had the highest number of rejected ballots in the district. Voting Details in Tanahu-1 Tanahu-1...
RSP Dominates Kathmandu Seats in Nepal House Election

RSP Dominates Kathmandu Seats in Nepal House Election

Elections, Governance, राजनीति
Kathmandu, March 7 — The Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) has secured major victories across several constituencies in Kathmandu in the latest House of Representatives election. According to the Election Commission of Nepal, RSP candidates won most of the seats in the capital with large vote margins over their rivals. Key Victories in Kathmandu In Kathmandu-1, RSP candidate Ranju Neupane secured a strong victory, marking a major breakthrough for the party in the constituency. In Kathmandu-2, Sunil KC won the seat with 34,238 votes.His closest rival, Nepali Congress candidate Kabir Sharma, received 8,874 votes. In Kathmandu-4, Pukar Bam was elected with 29,142 votes, defeating Nepali Congress candidate Sachin Timalsena, who secured 8,824 votes. Similarly, Sasm...
Nepal Set for Nationwide Parliamentary Elections on March 5

Nepal Set for Nationwide Parliamentary Elections on March 5

Elections, Governance, देश, राजनीति
Nepal holds nationwide parliamentary elections on March 5 to elect 275 members of the House of Representatives. According to the Election Commission of Nepal, voting began at 7:00 AM and will continue until 5:00 PM across the country. The election comes six months after the political movement that led to the fall of the government led by Khadga Prasad Sharma Oli. Thousands of Polling Centres Prepared The Election Commission has completed all preparations for voting. Across the country, authorities have set up: 10,967 polling centres 23,112 polling stations 143 temporary polling stations Separate lines will be arranged for men and women. Senior citizens, people with disabilities, and those with chronic illnesses will receive priority while voting. ...
Supreme Court Open During Election Holiday for Habeas Corpus Cases

Supreme Court Open During Election Holiday for Habeas Corpus Cases

Elections, Governance, Judiciary, देश, सूचना
The Supreme Court will remain open during the three-day election holiday declared by the government starting March 4. The Court will also operate on March 8, which is observed as International Women’s Day. Although most government offices will be closed, the country’s apex court will continue limited services to ensure that urgent cases are not delayed. Court to Operate for Limited Hours According to the Court administration, services will be available from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM during the public holidays. Supreme Court spokesperson Arjun Koirala said the Court decided to remain open to handle sensitive and time-bound matters. Focus on Habeas Corpus Petitions During the holiday period, the Court will hear writs of habeas corpus. A habeas corpus petition is fil...
Gagan Thapa Vows Anti-Corruption Drive Before Election

Gagan Thapa Vows Anti-Corruption Drive Before Election

Elections, Governance, देश, राजनीति
President of the Nepali Congress, Gagan Kumar Thapa, has vowed to launch a strong campaign against corruption if his party forms the next government. Speaking at an election event in Pokhara on Friday, Thapa said Nepal must free itself from corrupt practices that have weakened public trust. He announced that property investigations would be conducted into individuals who have held major public positions since 2046 BS, including former Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba and himself. Focus on Reform and Stability Thapa said the party’s five-year vision includes major reforms in: Education Health Agriculture Employment Industry He stressed that Nepal cannot afford further conflict and called for unity to speed up national development. Call for Respo...
Election Commission TikTok Contest Announced for March 5 Election

Election Commission TikTok Contest Announced for March 5 Election

Elections, Governance, देश, मनोरञ्जन / कला, राजनीति
Kathmandu — The Election Commission (EC) has announced a TikTok video competition to promote voter awareness ahead of the March 5 House of Representatives (HoR) elections. The initiative aims to spread election information and encourage public participation through short, engaging video content. One-Minute Video Challenge The EC has invited the public to create one-minute TikTok videos focused on voter education and the election code of conduct. Participants must upload their videos on their own social media accounts and submit them to the Commission via email by March 1. According to the EC, the campaign is designed to make election information more accessible, especially to young voters. Cash Prizes for Top Videos The video with the highest number of views...
Gyanendra Shah Calls for Postponing March 5 Election

Gyanendra Shah Calls for Postponing March 5 Election

Elections, देश, राजनीति, लेख, विचार
Former king Gyanendra Shah has called for the postponement of the March 5 parliamentary election, warning that holding the vote amid growing public dissatisfaction could deepen the country’s political crisis. In a video message released on the eve of Democracy Day, Shah said the election is being pushed forward despite protests and widespread disagreement. He argued that conducting polls against public sentiment would not bring long-term stability. Election Alone Cannot Solve the Crisis” Shah said Nepal is facing serious political and institutional challenges. According to him, the electoral process alone cannot resolve the current instability. He also questioned the legitimacy of the interim government overseeing the election, claiming it was not formed through a fully...