Biken K Dawadi

The political atmosphere of the capital has become tense as former King Gyanendra Shah finds himself at the center of increasing controversy after a violent pro-monarchy rally at Tinkune in Kathmandu on Friday. 

At least two persons including a journalist were killed as local administration enforces curfew to contain the violence

The streets of the capital will likely remain tense on Friday as two ideologically opposite groups are set to stage simultaneous demonstrations at two different locations. 

Lawmakers of the ruling Nepali Congress have sought action against the party’s Chief Whip Shyam Kumar Ghimire for his controversial appeal for legalizing prostitution in Nepal during a meeting of the House of Representatives (HoR) held on March 16. 

With the appointment of Deepak Thapa as the 31st Inspector General of Police (IGP) on Tuesday, the police organization is set to experience a significant leadership transition, marked by the vacancy of several high-ranking positions including six Additional Inspectors General (AIGs).

“Who gave him [lawmaker Ghimire] the right to express such a poor opinion against the values of Nepali society at the dignified house?” Lawmaker Koirala questioned. She also demanded an apology from the NC Chief Whip for making such a statement without even considering its impact on the...

According to a 2019 report from the African Wildlife Foundation, as much as 2.7 million pangolins are poached annually across the world. In Nepal, police seized over 244 kilograms of pangolin scales in Fiscal Year (FY) 2023/24.  

Police sources say they risked their lives through the infamous Durien gap in an attempt to illegally trespass into the US but were detained at the border.  

The police’s inability to single-handedly curb drug-related crimes seemingly stems from its neglect of the NCB.

With the Inspector General of Police (IGP) Basanta Bahadur Kunwar set to retire from his position after 15 days (March 18), the race for the 31st IGP, open between three eligible Additional Inspectors General (AIGs), has intensified. Of the three candidates, one is heavily tipped to replace Kunwar t...