Historic Shift in Kathmandu: Balendra Shah Sworn In as Nepal’s Youngest Prime Minister Kathmandu, March 27, 2026 — In a political earthquake that has fundamentally reshaped the Himalayan nation’s leadership, 35-year-old structural engineer and former Kathmandu Mayor, Balendra Shah (widely known as Balen), was officially sworn in as the Prime Minister of Nepal today. Taking … Read more
Balen Shah Secures Landslide Victory Over KP Sharma Oli to Become Nepal’s Next PM Kathmandu, March 7, 2026 — In a historic and unprecedented political shift, Balendra Shah, popularly known as “Balen,” has secured a landslide victory over veteran political leader K.P. Sharma Oli to become the next Prime Minister of Nepal. The election results, which reflect … Read more
Panitanki-Kakarvitta Border Closure Announced Ahead of Nepal Elections; Ambulances Exempted Bagdogra, February 25, 2026 — The Indo-Nepal border, including the primary Panitanki-Kakarvitta crossing, will be closed for a 72-hour period, starting from midnight on March 2 until midnight on March 5. This closure is scheduled in connection with the upcoming 2026 Nepalese general elections. Closing … Read more