Parliament Chaos: Why Hark Sampang Protested & What Speaker Aryal Said 🏛️

Today’s news was dominated by parliamentary conduct, accountability processes, and government efforts on tariffs and appointments.

Politics & Governance

Members of the Labor Culture Party protested inside the Parliament, led by their chairman Hark Sampang, after they said they were not allowed to speak and did not follow the Speaker’s instructions. Speaker Aryal said Sampang’s name was not on the speaking list as the group surrounded the speaker’s podium and continued chanting despite repeated warnings, raising questions about parliamentary discipline. The same day, Bhishmaraj Angdembe said he will no longer seek Prime Minister Balendra Shah in Parliament, arguing that such disruptions waste valuable time for broader national issues. Hark Sampang Speaker Aryal Bhishmaraj Angdembe

Cabinet appointments continued alongside these political developments, with Prime Minister Balen Shah expanding the federal government. Sudan Gurung returned as Home Minister and Mahabir Pun was appointed Minister for Science, Technology and Innovation, with President Ram Chandra Paudel administering the oath. In parallel, Lumbini Province sworn in five new ministers after a cabinet reshuffle recommended by Chief Minister Chet Narayan Acharya. Sudan Gurung Mahabir Pun Chet Narayan Acharya

Courts & Accountability

A special court has fixed a hearing for the litchibari bribery corruption case involving former Minister Rajkumar Gupta and six others, accused of receiving bribes totaling 78 lakh rupees. The Commission for the Investigation of Abuse of Authority alleges Gupta received 53 lakh rupees from a land businessman to stop a transfer at the Kaski land office and to help secure a role on the Land Commission. The case includes former Minister Ranjita Shrestha as well, with supporting evidence cited as audio recordings and bank transaction details. Rajkumar Gupta Commission for the Investigation of Abuse of Authority Ranjita Shrestha

Members of Parliament also pressed for oversight over fiscal and customs practices, calling for a high-level committee to investigate tax rate manipulation and irregularities at customs. MPs cited significant revenue losses, including claims that vehicle seating capacity changes have contributed to billions in revenue leakage and that over 774 vehicles were imported under false pretenses. The push for a parliamentary subcommittee was framed as a step toward ensuring accountability and follow-up action. MP Khushbu Oli customs irregularities tax rate manipulation

Economy & Business

The government is preparing to adjust electricity tariffs, with plans to set different rates for the rainy and dry seasons. A senior Ministry of Energy official said the rainy-season rates will be lower to provide consumer relief due to higher generation and lower consumption, and that VAT is expected not to materially burden consumers because of the seasonal pricing. The proposal links pricing directly to seasonal supply conditions. Ministry of Energy electricity tariff adjustment VAT

In a related governance-and-revenue context, MPs called attention to customs and tax changes that they say are causing leakage. The demand for a high-level investigation was tied to reported losses from tariff-related practices and allegations of improper declarations in imports. This is positioned as a corrective measure to protect public revenue. vehicle seating capacities revenue leakage high-level committee

Society & Community

Infrastructure and heritage-related developments also featured in today’s updates, including the completion of a bridge in Susta. Residents said improved connectivity strengthens local access to services and supports economic activity, while also reinforcing a sense of national identity. The government and civic focus on local access was presented through the bridge’s role in day-to-day movement. Susta new bridge Nepali identity

A National Memory Conference concluded after issuing a 13-point declaration focused on national memory and heritage preservation. The meeting’s stated aim was to address issues connected to how Nepal preserves and interprets national memory. National Memory Conference 13-point declaration national memory and heritage preservation

Date: June 11, 2026 (AD) | B.S.: Jestha 28, 2083

Top News

1. ‘बोल्न पाइनँ’ भन्दै संसदमा हर्कको विरोध, नियम मानेनन्, सभामुखलाई टेरेनन्… (तस्विरहरु) (arthasarokar.com)

Members of the Labor Culture Party protested in Parliament, led by their chairman, Hark Sampang, expressing dissatisfaction over not being allowed to speak. They surrounded the speaker's podium, chanting slogans after opposition parties voiced their opinions, while Speaker Aryal stated that Sampang's name was not on the speaking list. Despite repeated warnings from the Speaker about their behavior being inappropriate, the MPs continued their protests, questioning the Speaker's authority.

2. करका दर हेरफेर र भन्सार अनियमितता छानबिनको लागि उच्चस्तरीय समिति बनाउन सांसदहरूको माग (www.ratopati.com)

Members of Parliament have called for a high-level investigation into tax rate adjustments and serious irregularities at customs, citing significant revenue losses. MP Khushbu Oli highlighted that altering vehicle seating capacities has led to billions in revenue leakage, with over 774 vehicles imported under false pretenses. Other MPs supported the formation of a parliamentary subcommittee to conduct a thorough investigation and ensure accountability.

3. विद्युत महसुल समायोजन गर्ने सरकारको तयारी, हिउँदभन्दा वर्षायाममा सस्तो बनाइने ! (arthasarokar.com)

The government is preparing to adjust electricity tariffs, planning to set different rates for the rainy and dry seasons. According to a senior official from the Ministry of Energy, the rates will be lower during the rainy season to provide relief to consumers, as more electricity is produced and less is consumed during this time. The government expects that the 5% VAT will not impact consumers due to the lower rainy season rates compared to the dry season.

4. लिचीबारी घुस प्रकरण : पूर्वमन्त्री गुप्तासहितको भ्रष्टाचार मुद्दा सुनुवाइका लागि पेसी तय (www.ratopati.com)

A special court has scheduled a hearing for a corruption case involving former Minister Rajkumar Gupta and six others, accused of accepting bribes totaling 78 lakh rupees. The Commission for the Investigation of Abuse of Authority alleges Gupta received 53 lakh rupees from a land businessman in exchange for halting a transfer at the Kaski land office and facilitating a position on the Land Commission. The case also implicates former Minister Ranjita Shrestha, with evidence including audio recordings and bank transaction details.

5. संस्थापन पक्षबाट सात बुँदे खाका आएको छ, त्याे पर्याप्त छैन : देउवा समूह (www.ratopati.com)

The Deuba faction of the Nepali Congress has criticized the seven-point agreement proposed by the establishment faction, stating it is insufficient for internal party consensus. Dr. Prakash Sharan Mahat emphasized the need for a mechanism to ensure a clean and fair 15th General Convention, expressing concerns that the establishment is not prepared to create such a mechanism. He noted that while the seven points include discussions on power-sharing, their focus remains on achieving a fair convention rather than engaging in division.

6. १३ बुँदे घोषणा पत्र जारी गर्दै सकियो राष्ट्रिय स्मृति सम्मेलन (www.onlinekhabar.com)

A 13-point declaration was issued during the National Memory Conference held in Nepal. The conference aimed to address various issues related to national memory and heritage preservation.

7. Sudan Gurung returns as Home Minister; Mahabir Pun appointed as Minister of technology (english.onlinekhabar.com)

Prime Minister Balen Shah has expanded the cabinet, appointing Sudan Gurung as Home Minister and Mahabir Pun as Minister for Science, Technology and Innovation. Gurung, a member of the Rastriya Swatantra Party, returns to his previous role after being cleared of controversy regarding his property disclosure, while Pun, an independent MP, previously served as Minister for Education, Science and Technology. The oath of office was administered by President Ram Chandra Paudel in a ceremony attended by key government officials.

8. ‘अब उप्रान्त संसदमा प्रधानमन्त्रीलाई खोज्दैनौँ’- भीष्मराज आङदेम्बे (arthasarokar.com)

Bhishmaraj Angdembe of the Nepali Congress stated that he will no longer seek Prime Minister Balendra Shah in Parliament, emphasizing that the country's issues are more significant than the Prime Minister himself. During a meeting of the House of Representatives, he expressed concerns about wasting valuable parliamentary time searching for the Prime Minister and questioned whether Shah would return to Parliament in a disruptive manner.

9. Bridge connects Susta residents with Nepali identity (risingnepaldaily.com)

A new bridge has been completed in Susta, enhancing connectivity for local residents and reinforcing their sense of Nepali identity. This infrastructure development is expected to improve access to essential services and promote economic activities in the region.

10. 5 new ministers take oath in Lumbini Province (english.onlinekhabar.com)

Five new ministers were sworn in for the Lumbini Province government, following a cabinet reshuffle recommended by Chief Minister Chet Narayan Acharya. The ministers, including four from the Communist Party of Nepal (UML) and one from the Janata Samajbadi Party, are assigned to various ministries, with Tulsi Prasad Chaudhary leading the Ministry of Agriculture and Bhandari Lal Ahir serving as a minister for the fourth time. The oath-taking ceremony was officiated by Chief Krishna Bahadur Ghartimagar in Butwal.

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