Stories by
Sabina Shrestha
Staff Reporter · Kathmandu
Covers the federal parliament and local governance.
27 stories
Live: opening day of the parliamentary session
Rolling coverage of the day’s proceedings, proposals and reactions.
Sabina Shrestha, Deepak Thapayesterday · 1 min readConstitutional amendment proposal registered in parliament
The proposal seeks changes to clauses governing the electoral system and federal structure. It now moves to committee for a clause-by-clause reading.
Sabina Shresthayesterday · 1 min readDemo report: Ward budget forum weighs footpaths and drainage
A fictional local-governance story showing how a public budget discussion can separate proposals, costs and decisions. No real council action is being reported.
Sabina Shrestha2 days ago · 2 min read
Digital classrooms expand in Karnali community schools
Schools with connectivity are using online material, though power supply and repairs remain the main obstacles.
Sabina Shrestha2 days ago · 1 min read
Nepali film selected for international festival competition
The film, set in a Himalayan community, will screen in the competitive section.
Sabina Shrestha3 days ago · 1 min readLocal budget execution lags, capital spending well below target
Halfway through the fiscal year, many municipalities have spent a fraction of their capital budgets.
Sabina Shrestha4 days ago · 1 min readCommunity effort drives rebuilding after the floods
Local groups are repairing homes and restoring water supply.
Sabina Shrestha6 days ago · 1 min read
Vaccination drive concludes with strong turnout
Health offices report coverage close to target.
Sabina ShresthaOctober 7, 2026 · 1 min readHistoric archives go digital, easing access for researchers
Manuscripts are being scanned and published online.
Sabina ShresthaOctober 6, 2026 · 1 min readHow parliamentary committees work
A guide to committee scrutiny, hearings and reports.
Sabina ShresthaOctober 5, 2026 · 1 min readWhat local governments are responsible for
The basics of local services, planning and lawmaking.
Sabina ShresthaOctober 5, 2026 · 1 min readHow a bill becomes law in Nepal
The main stages from registration to assent.
Sabina ShresthaOctober 4, 2026 · 1 min readHow federal and provincial governments coordinate
How decisions are coordinated where powers overlap.
Sabina ShresthaOctober 4, 2026 · 1 min read