Nepal News Evening Briefing | Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Summary
The Nepal government faces criticism for bypassing parliament to recommend ordinances amid an impending severe windstorm warning affecting four provinces. The new academic session starts following a Supreme Court order, while student protests arise against potential bans on political unions.
Key Points
- Department of Hydrology and Meteorology issues severe windstorm warnings for Sudurpashchim, Lumbini, Madhesh, and Koshi provinces.
- The Cabinet recommends two ordinances to President Ramchandra Paudel, bypassing the parliament, concerning the Constitutional Council and Cooperatives.
- New academic session starts after a Supreme Court order mandates admissions post-session commencement.
- Student organizations protest against the proposed government ban on political student unions at Tribhuvan University.