Land and governance issues dominate today’s developments alongside disaster response, education planning, and civic matters.
Politics & Governance
Bagmati Province Chief Minister Kiran Thapa Magar is seeking a vote of confidence in the Provincial Assembly on Tuesday following a meeting called for 1 PM. Nepali Congress has issued a whip directing its members to vote against Thapa, citing the constitutional basis for his trust motion under Article 168(4) and emphasizing that lawmakers must attend the session. Bagmati Chief Minister Thapa taking vote of confidence today NC issues whip to vote against CM Thapa in Bagmati Province
Courts & Accountability
A question of accountability has emerged around Prime Minister Walendra Shah’s monetization of social media while maintaining a musician identity online. Reporting indicates the accounts continue to generate income despite Meta policies that restrict monetization for political figures, and it notes there has been no response from Meta on the situation. Prime Minister earns money by hiding his identity
Economy & Business
The government’s education policy planning is moving forward with the School Education Bill described as a top priority. Education Minister Sasmit Pokharel said the bill will be prepared through a transparent and participatory process, with coordination across federal, provincial, and local levels and a target of at least 20 percent of the total budget for education, aiming for introduction before the winter session. Education Bill on government's top priority : Education Minister Pokharel
Society & Community
In response to land rights concerns, Land Management Minister Pratibha Rawal said a commission would be formed within a week to address displaced people from Shuklaphanta National Park and assured landless squatters of land ownership certificates. Separate reporting also states that 252 families are set to receive land ownership certificates, while the minister reiterated that citizens need not worry about obtaining lalpurja. Land Management Minister Rawal assures of land ownership certificates to landless squatters 252 families to get land ownership certificates ढुक्कु हुनुस्, सरकारले लालपुर्जा दिन्छ : मन्त्री रावल
Meanwhile, in disaster response, the provincial government has deployed a doctors’ team to the flood and landslide-affected areas of Jajarkot to meet urgent health needs. Provincial government deploys team of doctors to flood-affected areas of Jajarkot
Date: August 24, 2026 (AD) | B.S.: Bhadau 08, 2083
Top News
1. Land Management Minister Rawal assures of land ownership certificates to landless squatters (theannapurnaexpress.com)
Land Management Minister Pratibha Rawal announced the formation of a commission within a week to address the challenges faced by displaced individuals from Shuklaphanta National Park. She assured landless squatters that the government would issue land ownership certificates and emphasized the need for patience and collaboration from the community. Rawal also highlighted ongoing legal reforms to expedite the distribution of these documents and assessed infrastructure projects in the region.
2. Bagmati Chief Minister Thapa taking vote of confidence today (english.onlinekhabar.com)
Bagmati Province Chief Minister Kiran Thapa Magar is seeking a vote of confidence from the Provincial Assembly today, following a meeting called for 1 PM. While coalition partner CPN has directed its members to support him, internal conflict within the Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP) complicates the situation, as its chief whip has instructed members to vote against the motion, despite a pro-government faction backing Thapa. The attendance and voting decisions of RPP's 12 Provincial Assembly members are crucial for the outcome of the confidence vote.
3. Education Bill on government's top priority : Education Minister Pokharel (theannapurnaexpress.com)
Education Minister Sasmit Pokharel stated that the government prioritizes the School Education Bill, emphasizing a transparent and participatory formulation process. He highlighted the need for effective coordination among federal, provincial, and local levels, with a recommendation for at least 20 percent of the total budget allocated to education. The Minister aims to incorporate stakeholder suggestions into the Bill and anticipates its introduction before the winter session of the federal parliament.
4. जाजरकोटको बाढीपहिरो प्रभावित क्षेत्रमा प्रदेश सरकारले खटायो चिकित्सकको टोली (www.onlinekhabar.com)
The provincial government has deployed a team of doctors to the flood and landslide-affected areas of Jajarkot. This response aims to address the health needs of the impacted population following the natural disaster.
5. NC issues whip to vote against CM Thapa in Bagmati Province (theannapurnaexpress.com)
The Nepali Congress (NC) has directed its members in the Bagmati Province Assembly to vote against Chief Minister Kiran Thapa during his upcoming vote of confidence. Parliamentary Party leader Pukar Maharjan emphasized that party lawmakers must attend the assembly meeting and oppose Thapa's bid for trust, as he seeks support under Article 168 (4) of the Constitution. Thapa, a member of the CPN-UML, was recently appointed with backing from the Nepali Communist Party and the Rastriya Prajatantra Party.
6. Bhajan Sanjh to mark Krishna Janmashtami with devotional music evening (english.onlinekhabar.com)
Kathmandu will host Bhajan Sanjh, a devotional music event, on September 4 at Hotel Ananda Pashupati to celebrate Krishna Janmashtami. The event will feature live bhajan performances, mantra chanting, a Kathak dance by Nritya Nidhi Dance Studio, and interactive stalls, with performances by Naman Band and artist Durlav. Registration is required for entry, and the initiative aims to foster community through music and cultural experiences.
7. ढुक्कु हुनुस्, सरकारले लालपुर्जा दिन्छ : मन्त्री रावल (www.onlinekhabar.com)
Minister Raval assured that the government will provide land ownership certificates (lalpurja) to citizens. He emphasized that there is no need for concern regarding the issuance of these certificates.
8. 252 families to get land ownership certificates (risingnepaldaily.com)
A total of 252 families in Nepal are set to receive land ownership certificates. This initiative aims to formalize land rights and enhance security for the beneficiaries.
9. नेपाल–भारत संयुक्त बैठक : पटक–पटक बस्छ, उठ्दैन लिपुलेकका कुरा (www.ratopati.com)
Two joint meetings between Nepal and India regarding border issues have failed to reach any decisions on the Lipulekh, Limpiyadhura, and Kalapani disputes. While an agreement was made to investigate encroachments on each other's territory, the resolution of the Lipulekh issue is deemed necessary at a higher political level, as lower-level officials are hesitant to address such a sensitive matter. The ongoing disputes have heightened tensions between the two nations, with calls for a more serious diplomatic approach to resolve the longstanding issues.
10. परिचय लुकाउँदै, कमाउँदै प्रधानमन्त्री (nepalnews.com)
Prime Minister Walendra Shah, appointed on March 13, 2023, continues to monetize his personal social media accounts, generating significant income while maintaining a musician identity on platforms like Facebook and YouTube. Despite Meta's policies prohibiting monetization for political figures, Shah's accounts remain active and profitable, raising questions about compliance with these regulations. As of now, there has been no response from Meta regarding the status of Shah's monetization or the implications of his dual identity as a public official and musician.
Forex
| Currency Pair | Rate (NPR) |
|---|---|
| USD → NPR | 153.42 |
| CAD → NPR | 111.44 |
| AUD → NPR | 110.09 |
| GBP → NPR | 209.23 |
| JPY → NPR | 9.65 |
Metal Prices (International)
| Metal | Price (USD/oz) | Price (NPR/tola) |
|---|---|---|
| Gold | $4644.53 | NPR 267,211.14 |
| Silver | $69.05 | NPR 3,972.61 |
Disclaimer
- Forex rates are sourced from the Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB).
- International gold and silver prices are sourced from swissquote.
- Nepal gold and silver prices are sourced from Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers' Association.
Prices are provided for informational purposes only and may be delayed, or inaccurate.
