In an exclusive interview with ANI, Rijal said that the interim government led by Prime Minister Sushila Karki must gain the confidence of political parties to successfully conduct the polls.
Indian Ambassador Naveen Srivastava met Nepal's Home Minister Om Prakash Aryal to discuss peace and security ahead of the March 2026 elections. Both reaffirmed strong bilateral ties, with India supporting Nepal's election preparations as voter registration continues ahead of the November 16
Issuing a video statement, Karki emphasised that the foundation of a democratic society lies in citizens' awareness and responsible use of voting rights. Stating democracy is sustained by two essential tools - the conscience of citizens and the proper use of their voting identity cards.
The Gen-Z uprising of September 8 and 9 which brought the wave of change in the Himalayan Nation buffered between India and China, the nation is looking for a safe-landing through the election.
In the southern plains of the Himalayan Nation, the voter registration drive has been driving thousands of enthusiastic new voters to queue up outside the District Election Commission office to get their name updated in the poll roll.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday affirmed support and cooperation aligned with Nepal's priorities during a conversation with interim Nepali Prime Minister Sushila Karki.
Following the Gen Z protest, which claimed the lives of 51 people, injured more than 1,300, and led to the escape of thousands of prisoners, as per Al Jazeera, Paudel asked for cooperation from people for the elections to be held on March 5.
Former Indian Ambassador to Nepal Jayant Prasad has pointed out that Sushila Karki's appointment as interim Prime Minister has come at a crucial time for the country, describing her as an "independent" and "fair-minded leader" who can provide stability and ensure elections are held, unlike
Welcoming the appointment of former Chief Justice Sushila Karki as Nepal's interim Prime Minister, former Indian Ambassador to Nepal Jayant Prasad said her leadership comes at a "dire time" and will help bring stability to the crisis-hit country.
Announcing the decision, the President's Office said the dissolution was approved in the first cabinet meeting convened by Karki at 11 pm, marking the start of a six-month transitional government tasked with steering the country to the polls.
Prachanda's decision to oppose the nominee of its own alliance partner has heated up the political climate in Nepal, and the coalition government is beginning to display serious internal divisions
Fifteen days after the formation of the government, Nepal Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal also known as Prachanda is set to take the vote of confidence on January 10.