Search For "madhesh"
Former Nepal monarch starts pilgrimage in Madhesh ahead of the March elect
Updated : 3 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Shah, accompanied by family members, arrived in Janakpur on Sunday evening and visited the Janaki Temple on Monday afternoon, surrounded by enthusiastic supporters and Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP) activists chanting pro-monarchy slogans.
Read More
Nepal's rapper-turned-mayor Balen Shah begins PM campaign from Janakpur ah
Updated : 4 months ago IST
Nepal's rapper-turned-mayor Balen Shah began his election campaign from Janakpur ahead of March polls. The RSP leader promised stronger federalism and urged voters to support competence over identity. He is set to file nomination from Jhapa and challenge former PM KP Sharma Oli.
Read More
Nepal bars gatherings and protests in Birgunj following communal tension
Updated : 4 months, 2 weeks ago IST
"As per the decision of the District Security Committee, a prohibitory order has been issued in accordance with Section 6 (3A) of the Local Administration Act, 2028, prohibiting any kind of gathering, meeting, procession and demonstration in the following areas of Birgunj Metropolitan City f
Read More
Nepal local bodies urge social harmony after communal tensions in Madhesh
Updated : 4 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Communal tensions in Nepal's southern plains prompted a high security alert after clashes in Parsa and Dhanusha. Protests, sparked by a TikTok video and mosque vandalism, led to injuries, tear gas use, and increased security across Madhesh, while authorities urged social harmony.
Read More
Nepal's Madhesh on high alert after tensions erupt over TikTok video
Updated : 4 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Security has been tightened across Nepal's Madhesh province after religious tensions linked to a TikTok video sparked protests and clashes in Birgunj and Janakpur. Police arrested three people, used tear gas to control unrest, and deployed additional forces to prevent further violence.
Read More
Nepal's Madhesh Province CM resigns amidst Supreme Court deadline
Updated : 5 months, 2 weeks ago IST
The Supreme Court had ordered Yadav to seek a vote of confidence within 24 hours, but he stepped down during the provincial assembly meeting, citing lack of support.
Read More
Nepal: Madhesh Chief Minister's Office vandalised following political uphe
Updated : 6 months, 1 week ago IST
The provincial assembly members, along with several individuals, entered the Chief Minister's chamber and vandalized furniture and property. They also threw away the national flag displayed in the office
Read More
Chief Minister of Nepal's Madhesh Province, Jitendra Sonal resigns ahead o
Updated : 6 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Madhesh Province Chief Minister Jitendra Sonal resigned after realizing he would lose a vote of confidence in the Provincial Assembly. Despite initial support from five parties, some lawmakers withdrew backing, prompting Sonal to step down and submit his resignation to the Province Chief.
Read More
Nepal on alert as rain continues to batter the Himalayan nation under infl
Updated : 6 months, 3 weeks ago IST
According to the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology, river flows in the Koshi, Madhesh, and Bagmati provinces are expected to increase significantly on Thursday. The cyclone's impact is likely to persist until Saturday, and residents living near riverbanks have been urged to remain vigi
Read More
Devotees in southern plains of Nepal pray for end of disasters as they obs
Updated : 6 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Arsiya Devi began preparations for Chhath Puja at her mud-thatched home in the southern plains of Nepal, arranging all the essentials to offer to the setting Sun and Chhath Maiya. Apart from praying for her family's well-being and prosperity, this year her prayers are focused on seeking r
Read More
Nepal flood victims return back home as water continues to recede
Updated : 7 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Floodwaters have begun receding in Nepal's southern plains after heavy rains caused widespread damage and killed 61 people. Businesses and transport are slowly resuming as residents return home to rebuild. The late monsoon rains severely affected Bagmati, Madhesh, and Koshi provinces, damagi
Read More
Nepal weather alert: Vehicular movement restricted in Kathmandu, Red Alert
Updated : 7 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Issuing a statement, the NDRRMA said, "In order to minimize the risk of flash floods, landslides, and other potential disasters caused by heavy rainfall, it is hereby informed that long-distance vehicle movement from all districts of Koshi, Madhesh, Bagmati, Gandaki, and Lumbini Provinces
Read More