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Kathmandu, April 2026 : Nepal’s newly appointed Prime Minister Balendra Shah has publicly disclosed his personal assets, revealing bank savings of NPR 14.6 million. The declaration, released on Sunday, was made alongside similar disclosures by members of his Cabinet, reflecting a continued emphasis on transparency in governance. Under Nepal’s Corruption Prevention Act, 2002, ministers and senior government officials are required to submit their property details to designated authorities within 60 days of assuming office. While the law mandates submission, it…

Jaipur, March 2026 : The 132nd episode of ‘Mann Ki Baat’ was broadcast on Sunday, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressing the nation and highlighting key developments. Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma joined members of the public at PM Shri Government Senior Secondary School in Jamwaramgarh to listen to the programme. During the broadcast, the Prime Minister cited the example of Jaipur farmer Muralidhar, who has benefited from adopting a solar pump. Earlier dependent on costly diesel pumps, he has…

New Delhi, March 2026 : In a major policy shift, Bangladesh has opened the door for the telecast of the Indian Premier League, with newly appointed Information and Broadcasting Minister Zahir Uddin Swapan confirming that there are no restrictions on airing the popular T20 tournament in the country. The announcement marks a departure from the stance of the previous interim administration, which had imposed a ban on IPL broadcasts, creating uncertainty among broadcasters and cable operators ahead of the 2026…

Kathmandu, March 2026 : Newly sworn-in Nepal Prime Minister Balendra Shah on Saturday expressed gratitude to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his congratulatory message and conveyed his eagerness to further strengthen the multifaceted relationship between the two neighbouring countries. In a message shared by the Prime Minister’s Office, Shah thanked Modi for his warm wishes and emphasised his commitment to deepening cooperation. “Thank you, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, for your kind words and warm wishes. I am eager to…

Kathmandu, March 2026: In a major political development, Balendra Shah has been appointed as the new Prime Minister of Nepal, marking a generational shift in the country’s leadership. Popularly known as Balen, the 35-year-old leader was appointed by President Ram Chandra Poudel under Article 76(1) of the Constitution, according to an official statement. Shah’s appointment follows a decisive electoral victory by the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP), which secured a near two-thirds majority in the recent parliamentary elections. On Thursday, the…

Ankara, March 2026 : As Bangladesh prepares for the first session of its newly elected parliament on March 12, the country is entering a complex constitutional phase marked by competing political mandates. Experts warn that the new legislature could face institutional tensions as it attempts to reconcile the existing constitutional framework with the reform agenda outlined in the July Charter. According to a report by Anadolu Agency, Bangladesh is currently experiencing an unusual political moment following the 2024 Bangladesh July…

Haj Committee of India Signs MoU with CPWD for Construction of a New Haj House in Kharghar, Navi Mumbai The Haj Committee of India today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Central Public Works Department (CPWD) for the construction of a New Haj House that will serve as a Transit-cum-Training and Facilitation Centre for Haj Pilgrims at Kharghar, Navi Mumbai. The MoU was formally signed at the office of CPWD. The project has received in-principle approval from the…

Kathmandu, March 2026 :Nepal’s parliamentary elections have delivered a stunning political shift, with the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) emerging as the dominant political force in the country. As vote counting concluded in 163 out of 165 constituencies under the First-Past-the-Post (FPTP) system by Monday evening, the party secured an overwhelming victory, winning 125 seats in the House of Representatives of Nepal. The sweeping result marks a historic moment in Nepal’s political landscape. Founded only three-and-a-half years ago, the RSP is…

Dhaka; March 2026: Bangladesh will close all universities from Monday, bringing forward the Eid al-Fitr holidays as part of emergency measures to conserve ​electricity and fuel amid a worsening energy crisis linked to ‌the conflict in the Middle East. Authorities have asserted that the decision applies to all public and private universities across the country, a move that officials said will not only ​reduce electricity consumption but also ease traffic congestion, which leads ​to fuel wastage. Officials said university campuses…

Kathmandu, March 2026 : Nepal’s only billionaire, Binod Chaudhary, contesting the parliamentary elections as a candidate of the Nepali Congress, suffered a major electoral setback after losing to Bikram Khanal of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) in the Nawalparasi West-1 constituency. According to the Election Commission of Nepal, Khanal secured 45,241 votes, while Chaudhary managed only 9,502 votes, marking a decisive victory for the RSP candidate. The defeat of Chaudhary, one of Nepal’s most prominent business figures, has become one…