The Nepal government has once again placed the National Investigation Department (NID) under the Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers. This administrative shift was approved through the endorsement of the Government of Nepal Allocation of Business Rules 2026, expanding the Prime Minister's Office's jurisdiction to oversee 48 agencies.
Government to Present FY 2083/84 Budget on Friday; Economic Survey Presented
The government is set to unveil the budget for the fiscal year 2083/84 during a joint meeting of the House of Representatives and the National Assembly on Friday at 4:00 PM. Earlier, Finance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagle presented the Economic Survey for the fiscal year 2082/83 in a House of Representatives meeting.
Parliament Convenes: Economic Survey and Multiple Bills Presented
Both the House of Representatives and the National Assembly convened their sessions on May 27, with Finance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagle presenting the Economic Survey for the fiscal year 2082/83 BS in both chambers. Additionally, the House of Representatives began deliberations on the Film Bill, 2082 BS, and the Intangible Cultural Property (Protection) Bill, 2081 BS, both of which originated in the National Assembly.
NHRC Recommends Investigations into Officials and Lawmakers Over Gen Z Protests
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has released a report recommending investigations into former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli, former ministers Ramesh Lekhak and Prithvi Subba Gurung, and 15 Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) lawmakers for alleged human rights violations during the Gen Z protests on September 8-9, 2025. The commission also called for departmental action against senior security officials and further inquiries into other individuals involved in the events.
Rastriya Swatantra Party Faces Internal Strife Amidst Popularity Surge
The Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP), propelled by a wave of populism and the popularity of figures like Balendra Shah, is experiencing internal organizational challenges shortly after entering parliament. Reports indicate disputes over candidate selection and factionalism, raising questions about the party's durability and governance capabilities.
