PRIME MINISTER PRACHANDA
Nepal's PM Prachanda loses trust vote; KP Sharma Oli set for comeback
Nepal's PM Prachanda loses power after failing confidence vote, paving way for KP Sharma Oli to take over. New coalition government to be formed with Nepali Congress. Political alliances shift in the country's leadership change.
Nepal PM Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda' loses vote of confidence in Parliament
Nepal Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda' lost a vote of confidence in Parliament after the Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) withdrew support for his government. The CPN-UML withdrew support after inking a power-sharing deal with the Nepali Congress, with a combined strength of 167, exceeding the 138 required for a majority in the lower house.
65 people believed to be missing after landslide in Nepal: Media reports
The two buses carrying 65 passengers went missing in the Trishuli River in the landslides at Simaltal area along the Narayanghat-Mugling road in Chitwan district, myRepublica news portal reported quoting officials. Chief District Officer of Chitwan, Indradev Yadav, confirmed the incident. According to Yadav, the Kathmandu-bound Angel bus and Ganpati Deluxe, en route to Gaur from the Capital, met with the accident at around 3:30 am.
World leaders congratulate UK's next prime minister Keir Starmer on resounding victory
Global leaders congratulated Keir Starmer on Labour's UK election win. Sunak was defeated. Starmer met King Charles III. Trudeau, Modi, Albanese, Meloni, Zelenskyy, Norway PM Store, and Nepal PM Dahal congratulated him. Leaders aim to work on energy transition, fair future, and UK leadership. Modi seeks to enhance the India-UK Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
Nepali Congress discuss government formation & future course of action
The Nepali Congress key committee met to discuss the country's political situation and future strategy following a power-sharing deal with CPN-UML to form a new government. The agreement includes a rotation for the prime ministerial position, with Oli leading first and Deuba for the remaining term. Prachanda, the current PM, faces a vote of confidence amid calls for his resignation.
Nepali Congress & CPN-UML strike deal to oust PM 'Prachanda'; to form new alliance
Nepali Congress President Sher Bahadur Deuba and Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) chairman and former prime minister K P Sharma Oli reached an understanding on forming a new coalition on Monday midnight, according to former foreign minister Narayan Prakash Saud.
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Prez Muizzu discussed ways to strengthen bilateral ties on first official India visit: Maldives Foreign Ministry
Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu visited India for the first time, discussing ways to enhance bilateral cooperation with Indian leaders. His visit coincided with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's swearing-in ceremony for his third term. During his stay, Muizzu met with Indian President Droupadi Murmu and held discussions on strengthening ties between the two nations.
Top leaders from Nepal, Maldives, Mauritius, Seychelles call on President Murmu
President Droupadi Murmu recently met with leaders from Nepal, Maldives, Mauritius, and Seychelles to discuss mutual development interests. During her meeting with Nepalese Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda', she emphasized Nepal's significance as a priority partner under India's 'Neighbourhood First' policy. Discussions with Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu focused on continuing the countries' strong bilateral cooperation. Murmu also highlighted the importance of India's partnership with Mauritius and reaffirmed support for Seychelles' development and security. The meetings aimed to strengthen ties and promote mutual growth and cooperation.
Pak PM Shehbaz Sharif, his elder brother Nawaz wish Narendra Modi on taking oath as prime minister
Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and his brother Nawaz Sharif wished Narendra Modi success in his third term as India's Prime Minister, emphasizing the need for positive relations in South Asia.
Jaishankar calls on Prime Ministers of Mauritius, Bhutan, Nepal and Seychelles Vice President
Union Minister S Jaishankar met with leaders from Bhutan, Nepal, Mauritius, and Seychelles, strengthening ties and discussing cooperation. Jaishankar expressed optimism for enhancing partnerships with these nations.
2014, 2019 and now 2024: Nirmala Sitharaman takes oath as Union minister in PM Modi cabinet
In the 2014 cabinet, she served as the Minister of State for Finance and Corporate Affairs and later the Minister for Commerce and Industry with Independent Charge. In 2017, she was appointed as the Union Defence Minister.
Narendra Modi takes oath as PM for third straight term; Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh and other leaders sworn-in as ministers
PM Modi oath ceremony: Narendra Modi was sworn in as the Prime Minister of India for the third consecutive time on Sunday. The ceremony took place at Rashtrapati Bhavan in Delhi, where President Droupadi Murmu administered the oath of office.
"Chandrababu Naidu will properly deal with central govt...": TDP MP-elect Magunta Sreenivasulu Reddy
Telugu Desam Party 's(TDP) MP-elect from Ongole Lok Sabha constituency in Andhra Pradesh, Magunta Sreenivasulu Reddy said that party supremo N Chandrababu Naidu will 'deal' with the central government with the party being 'partisan' in the NDA dispensation at the Centre.
Posters of Narendra Modi put up in Delhi ahead of his swearing-in ceremony
Under Modi's leadership, the NDA is set to form the government at the Centre once again. This is an extraordinary event as Narendra Modi is the only leader after former Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru, who has been elected for a third consecutive term after completing the full tenure of each previous term
Will INDIA bloc attend PM Modi's oath-taking ceremony? Congress leader Jairam Ramesh replies
The Congress Working Committee (CWC) passed a resolution on Saturday, urging Rahul Gandhi to become the Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, according to General Secretary KC Venugopal. Rahul Gandhi has yet to decide but will do so soon. This marks the first time since 2014 that Congress will hold this position, as they previously lacked the necessary seats. Venugopal also mentioned that Rahul Gandhi will decide between keeping Rae Bareli or Wayanad seats by the 17th.
Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina arrives to attend PM Modi's swearing-in ceremony
PM Modi is set to be sworn in as Prime Minister for the third consecutive term on June 9, the Rashtrapati Bhavan said on Friday. Alongside him, members of his council of ministers will also take their oath on the same day. "First distinguished guest sets foot in New Delhi for the swearing-in ceremony of Prime Minister and Council of Ministers. PM Sheikh Hasina of Bangladesh warmly received by Secy (CPV & OIA) @mukteshpardeshi as she arrived in New Delhi. This visit of one of our most valued partners will further strengthen - close and deep-rooted bonds of friendship," said the Official spokesperson, Ministry of External Affairs, Randhir Jaiswal in a post on X.
President Murmu elects Narendra Modi as PM-designate; oath ceremony on June 9
Narendra Modi, at 73, assumed leadership of the NDA bloc and visited Rashtrapati Bhavan on Friday to meet President Droupadi Murmu, formally submitting his claim to form the government. Beforehand, he conferred with BJP veteran L.K. Advani. Accompanied by alliance leaders such as Chandrababu Naidu and Eknath Shinde, Modi proceeded to Rashtrapati Bhavan.
Narendra Modi to take oath as PM on June 9 at 6 pm
India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to take office on June 9, marking his third term. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) declared Modi as their leader of coalition after winning 293 seats in the Lok Sabha polls. The BJP's biggest success came from Odisha, where it won 19 out of 21 seats and formed its first government in the state.
Nepal government recalls 11 ambassadors, including from India
Nepal government recalls ambassadors from 11 countries, including India and the US, appointed under the Nepali Congress' quota after PM Prachanda terminated alliance with the party and joined KP Sharma Oli.
Nepal PM Prachanda calls for 'unified mountain voice' to address effects of climate change
Prime Minister Prachanda emphasizes the urgent need for a unified mountain voice to address climate change effects in the Himalayas. Nepal aims for zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2045, prioritizing vulnerable groups like women, youth, and indigenous tribes.
Nepal PM Prachanda wins vote of confidence in Parliament
Nepal Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda' has won a vote of confidence in Parliament, his fourth within 18 months of taking office. The vote came after the main Opposition Nepali Congress boycotted the voting process and chanted slogans against Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister Rabi Lamichhane, accused of misappropriation of cooperative funds. The government required at least 138 votes to win the vote of trust.
Nepal's Deputy Prime Minister resigns in a setback for Prachanda-led coalition govt
Nepal's Deputy Prime Minister Upendra Yadav resigned as his party to withdraw from the coalition government. The ruling Pushpa Kamal Dahal Prachanda-led coalition still holds a majority but may face stability challenges in the long term. Opposition parties may try to topple the government, with reports suggesting Nepali Congress mobilizing support from other parties to challenge the ruling government.
Nepal PM Prachanda wins vote of confidence in Parliament
Nepal Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal, also known as Prachanda, won a vote of confidence in Parliament with 157 votes in the 275-member House of Representatives. This development follows Prachanda's recent alliance with the Communist Party of Nepal (Unified Marxist-Leninist) after ending ties with the Nepali Congress. It marks the third time Prachanda sought a vote of confidence since assuming the prime ministership in December 2022.
China influences Nepal's coalition breakup
PM Prachanda formed an alliance with the CPN-UML after the coalition collapsed. He reshuffled the cabinet and created an eight-point programme. China's alleged push for Leftist unity and India's strategic interests are closely watched.
Nepal PM 'Prachanda' set to forge new alliance with ex-premier Oli's party after splitting with Nepali Congress
"As (the) Nepali Congress did not cooperate with the Prime Minister, we are forced to look for (a) new alliance," Ganesh Shah, Secretary of the CPN-Maoist, told PTI.
Political stability, high-level meetings with Indian & Chinese leaderships and quakes marked Nepal's 2023
Nepal-India relations got a renewed boost as Prime Minister Prachanda met India's Foreign Secretary Vinay Mohan Kwatra here on February 13. Matters relating to cooperation on energy, trade, commerce, connectivity, culture, agriculture, and education were discussed between the two sides.
Nepal to export 10,000 MW power to India in next 10 years: Prime Minister Prachanda
Nepal's Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal has announced plans to increase the supply of electricity to India from 450 MW to 10,000 MW within the next decade. The two countries have already signed a bilateral agreement. Prachanda also said Nepal is preparing a conducive environment for foreign investment, in the hydropower sector.
Nepal prime minister seeks Indian investments in mining, agri, energy, hospitality, IT
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Nepalese counterpart Pushpakamal Dahal 'Prachanda' on Thursday vowed to resolve the vexed boundary dispute under the spirit of friendship even as the two sides signed several major pacts including one on increasing New Delhi's import of power from the neighbouring country to 10,000 mega watt in the next 10 years.
Nepal Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal "Prachanda" to visit India from May 31 to June 3
"The foreign ministry will make a formal announcement of Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal Prachanda's official visit to India on Saturday. The visit will take place from May 31 to June 3 and he will hold high-profile meetings, including with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on bilateral ties," the official, who is an aide to Foreign Minister N P Saud, said.
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