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Budget 2026/27

What is budget, and how is it formed?

Every mid-Ashar, Nepal's fiscal year ends and a new fiscal year begins. Before the start of the new year, the government announces the budget for the coming year. For everyone from the private sector to the general public, the budget is the most important basis for planning for the future.

Economy

Let there be more international students in Nepal

In this second episode, we talk with Prof. Uddhab Pyakurel, Kathmandu University School of Arts, who emphasises that Nepal’s government must prioritise international students — for instance — simplify the visa process and fees for them and extend adequate support to universities, and budgetary support to extend scholarship opportunities to international students.

Society

For balanced international relations, the house has to be in order first

This episode with Gaurab Shumsher Thapa touched upon the foundational understanding of the broader themes of international relations, the history of Nepal's IR, the essence of soft power, national interest, and the principle of Panchsheel.

Despite his political affiliation being an open secret, Ghising denies party membership, while showing no intent to resign from his ministerial post.

Politics  the_farsight

KP Sharma Oli’s re-election underscores a hard truth of Nepali politics: organisation still beats outrage, crisis still breeds power, and institutions endure even as legitimacy …

Politics  Vivek Baranwal

With Karki’s plate already full of managing various actors, assigning the task of diplomatic engagements should have been a priority since she took office on …

Politics  the_farsight

Oli secures third consecutive term as party chief with overwhelming delegate support and sweeping victories, strengthening his grip over the party and national politics.

Politics  the_farsight

Over 2,200 delegates are weighing KP Sharma Oli’s establishment control against Ishwar Pokhrel’s reformist challenge, while youth participation and factional negotiations shape the outcome.

Politics  the_farsight

The property declarations of 10 cabinet members, including the prime minister, remain confidential, limiting external scrutiny and accountability.

Politics  the_farsight

Unable to secure a vote of confidence, Madhesh Province CM Saroj Kumar Yadav resigned from the post. The Supreme Court has ordered the next government …

News  the_farsight

The Upendra Yadav-led party begins a month-long movement across all parliamentary constituencies, pushing for stronger federalism, proportional representation, provincial autonomy, and special measures for Dalits, …

Politics  the_farsight

The provincial plan proposes NRs 1,500 per kattha for farmers affected by drought and floods and a monthly allowance of NRs 2,000 for unemployed undergraduates, …

Politics  the_farsight

Following the allegations of nepotism and favouritism in appointments, the prime minister on Wednesday downsized her secretariat from 20 members to just six key positions, …

Politics  the_farsight

Media reports suggest the Chief Private Secretary appointed his wife and other relatives. The office says the hires were based on trust, not nepotism, but …

Politics  the_farsight

A seven-party coalition representing 76 members voted to remove Speaker Ram Chandra Mandal, citing partisan conduct and procedural irregularities. The move also reflects broader concerns …

Politics  the_farsight

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