Nepal News Evening Briefing | Wednesday, October 22, 2025
Summary
Kathmandu Mayor Balendra Shah defends himself amid protests; KP Sharma Oli alleges vendetta by Home Minister; Nepal remains a top UN peacekeeper contributor despite troop cuts; PM Sushila Karki calls for election cooperation; and Nepal’s Kamana Bista excels in volleyball championship.
Key Points
- Kathmandu Mayor Balendra Shah defends himself on Facebook amid protests accusing him of not sending fire engines.
- KP Sharma Oli claims Home Minister Omprakash Aryal has a personal vendetta against him after his house was set on fire.
- Nepal remains a major contributor of UN peacekeepers despite a 25% troop reduction worldwide due to budget cuts.
- Prime Minister Sushila Karki appeals for peaceful and fair elections scheduled for March 5, 2026.
- Nepal’s national volleyball player Kamana Bista continues to perform excellently at the Naiboli Volleyball Championship 2025.
