October 7, Kathmandu – Serbian tennis star Novak Djokovic has won the China Open tennis tournament title. In the final held on Tuesday, the 39-year-old Djokovic defeated Australia’s Alex de Minaur to secure the championship. Djokovic claimed the first set 7-6 (7-3). In the second set, despite de Minaur taking a 1-0 lead, he was forced to retire due to health issues, leading to Djokovic being declared the champion.
This victory marks Djokovic’s seventh China Open title. Earlier, on Monday, he advanced to the final by defeating Russia’s Daniil Medvedev in the semifinals with a straight-sets win, 2-0. The China Open is a significant event on the ATP Masters 500 series. Djokovic previously captured the China Open title in 2015 by defeating Rafael Nadal.
Francis Halzen, a scientist born in Belgium and currently teaching in the United States, has been awarded this year’s Nobel Prize in Physics. According to the Nobel Committee, he received the prize for his significant contributions to the establishment of the IceCube Neutrino Observatory and for detecting high-energy neutrinos originating from space. Halzen has laid the groundwork for an entirely new branch of space science. He envisioned the possibility of detecting mysterious neutrinos using the ice at the Earth’s South Pole. Based on this concept, the IceCube Neutrino Observatory was established, enabling the monitoring of neutrinos produced in the distant universe.
He will receive a cash prize of 11 million Swedish kronor (approximately £870,000) along with a medal. To date, the Nobel Prize in Physics has been awarded 120 times. The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences, based in Stockholm, is responsible for conferring the prize in this field. The Nobel Prize Committee will announce the winners in Chemistry on Wednesday, Literature on Thursday, Peace on Friday, and Economics next Monday.
One interesting fact about the Nobel Prize is its tradition of honoring individuals whose work in the past 12 months has made the greatest benefit to humanity. The awards were established by Swedish industrialist and dynamite inventor Alfred Nobel in five categories. He dedicated most of his fortune to fund the establishment and administration of the prizes. In 1968, Sweden’s central bank created a separate award for Economics, bringing the total to six Nobel Prize categories.
October 7, Sunsari. The RTP Dashain Khasi Cup football tournament has commenced at Apex Nature Park Stadium in North Carolina, USA. Organized by the Nepali community residing long-term in the United States, the event marks the celebration of Dashain and Tihar festivals. According to Tanka Selling, a member of the organizing committee, matches will be held weekly at Apex Nature Park Stadium over the course of a month.
The RTP Dashain Khasi Cup has been held continuously for the past 10 years and aims to foster unity, mutual friendship, and social harmony among Nepalis living in the United States. Selling stated, “Though we live far from our homeland in the US due to various reasons and circumstances, our hearts remain Nepali.” He added that with the festivals approaching, it is important not only to remember family and relatives but also to pass on Nepali cultural traditions to the younger generations residing abroad, which is why this tournament was organized.
Ten teams are participating in the tournament. Since it began on September 18, teams including Chiyabari FC, Durga FC, Machapuchhre FC, and Rhino FC have advanced to the semifinals. The final match is scheduled for October 10. The winning team will receive medals and a 30-kilogram goat as the trophy. Vikas Sapkota, another member of the organizing committee, explained that the purpose of the tournament is to preserve Nepali festivals, culture, and traditions.
Player Bhupal Koirala mentioned that the RTP Dashain Cup is evolving into a collective event for all Nepalis. Organizing members emphasized that this tournament plays an important role in connecting the second and new generations of Nepalis living in the US with their cultural heritage and traditional festivals.
This article explores how teaching and learning are being resumed in schools that were closed due to flooding. In the month of Bhadra, devastating floods struck the Bhote Koshi and lower Trishuli rivers, submerging dozens of schools and disrupting the education of thousands of students. These events also had mental and psychological impacts on the affected students. However, schools are gradually reopening.
How is the education of these students, who experienced a prolonged disruption in their studies, currently being managed? Manika Bishwakarma interviewed Madhav Lamichhane, Principal of Nilkantha Secondary School located in Rasuwa district, for further insights.
October 6, Kathmandu – The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences has decided to award the 2026 Nobel Prize in Physics to scientist Francis Halzen. He received this honor for establishing the IceCube Neutrino Observatory and for his work in detecting high-energy cosmic neutrino particles. Halzen proposed the concept of identifying neutrino particles using the ice of the South Pole. He publicly introduced this plan for the first time in 1988.
Neutrinos are particles that permeate the universe and easily pass through the Earth and the human body. Occasionally, neutrinos collide with atomic nuclei. The light flashes generated from these collisions are recorded by sensors embedded in the pristine ice at the South Pole. Based on this principle, the IceCube Observatory was constructed in 2011 at the South Pole, covering an area of one cubic kilometer.
What nutritious alternatives can be provided to flood victims instead of instant noodles and biscuits? Temporary shelters housing people displaced by the floods of the Bhote Koshi and Trishuli rivers have seen a high distribution of packaged foods like instant noodles and biscuits, which these individuals have relied on to curb their hunger. However, nutrition experts warn that frequently consuming such packaged foods, which are typically prepared with hot water, fails to provide the body with essential nutrients and may negatively affect health.
What types of nutritious foods can be made available to flood-affected communities in place of instant noodles and biscuits? Additionally, what measures can the government take to address this issue? Seeking answers to these questions, Sagar Budhathoki conducted an in-depth interview with nutritionist Kavita Maharjan for ‘BBC Haathmilo’.
October 7, Kathmandu – Harmanpreet Kaur, the long-serving captain of the Indian women’s cricket team, has announced her resignation from captaincy across all three formats. However, she will continue to play for the national team. This decision came shortly after India secured their second consecutive gold medal in women’s cricket at the Asian Games.
Under her leadership, India won the Women’s One Day International World Cup title for the first time last November. Harmanpreet made her announcement following a review meeting held by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) in Guwahati. The meeting was chaired by BCCI secretary Devjit Sakia and attended by head coach Amol Mazumdar and vice-captain Smriti Mandhana.
The 37-year-old had led the Indian T20 team since 2016, took over as ODI captain in 2022, and became captain across all three formats in 2023. Announcing her decision to step down, Harmanpreet described it as an emotional and difficult choice. She reflected on the years of memories, feelings, sacrifices, and significant moments associated with captaincy that will always stay with her. “Now, I am ready to play purely for my love of the game. The captaincy chapter has ended, but the journey continues,” she stated.
While acknowledging the emotional nature of her decision, Harmanpreet expressed confidence in the current state of the Indian team, stating she believes the team is well-positioned going forward.
The spokesperson for the Nepali Army has confirmed that preliminary discussions have taken place regarding the operation and storage of LPG gas. Although initial talks were held at the departmental ministry level about allowing the army to run a gas industry, Nepal Oil Corporation has clarified that no formal proposal has been received. Recently, following government proposals, discussions on the army running an LPG cooking gas business have intensified. Some groups have raised objections to the potential involvement of the army and police in gas distribution, while others argue that it could streamline the supply system.
Attempts to get feedback from the Ministry of Industry, Commerce, and Supplies were unsuccessful as calls went unanswered; the minister, Deepak Kumar Sah, was reportedly busy. The Nepali Army currently operates petrol pumps across key locations in the country, including Kathmandu, through its welfare fund. Army spokesperson Rajaram Basnet acknowledged the existence of preliminary talks at the ministry level but stressed that the army itself has not held any final discussions. “I have heard of initial discussions at the ministry, but we have not engaged in any talks from our side,” he said.
When asked how the army would respond if requested to operate a gas industry similar to the petrol pumps it runs, Basnet stated, “No decision has been made on this matter so far.” According to him, military officials view the petrol pumps operated via the welfare fund as strategic storage locations. At present, the Nepali Army manages seven petrol pumps nationwide: three in Kathmandu and one each in Itahari, Tanahun, Rupandehi, and Surkhet.
Sources from the government-owned Nepal Oil Corporation convey that no formal information about involving the army in the gas business has been received. “We have heard of initial-stage discussions at the ministry level, but no official proposal has come to us yet,” an official explained. According to the source, if the army or security agencies receive authorization, they might obtain dealerships. However, as talks between the ministry and army remain preliminary, officials indicate no certainty at this time.
Currently, Nepal has 58 private LPG industries with a combined storage capacity of 10,000 tons, sufficient to meet roughly seven days’ demand. Most industry players consider it inappropriate to involve security forces in the business. Divan Chand, president of the Nepal LPG Industry Association, stated, “Since we have an open market policy, we are ready for competition, but our stance is against involving the army in commercial activities.” He added, “This may lead to conflict in the future, which would be unfavorable.” Chand pointed out that government agencies like the Food Corporation and Nepal Salt Trading Corporation already maintain secure arrangements, making it unnecessary to reintroduce the army.
He also warned that involving the army in the gas sector could send negative messages. “The army is supposed to work only during emergencies. If it is present everywhere, it sends a signal that other government bodies are incapable,” Chand emphasized. The debate about the army’s role arose amid concerns that Middle Eastern conflicts could disrupt the LPG supply. However, industry representatives hold the Corporation solely responsible, insisting on effective management or allowing private importation. “The Corporation has been the sole importer and must manage effectively; otherwise, private parties should be permitted to import,” Chand concluded.
October 7, Kathmandu — Two Nepalese esports teams, Hora Esports and Ttuke Esports, have been placed in the same group for the PUBG Mobile Global Open tournament. The draw, held late Monday night for the competition scheduled to begin on October 20 in Pakistan, assigned both teams to Group A. Both teams earned their spots through the South Asia finals held recently in Kathmandu.
Group A will feature Hora and Ttuke alongside top teams such as Foke, Al Ula, Geek, STG, SP, BTR, EKJ, SLB, ROW, INF, RA:, Old Nut, HC, and leading squads from the PUBG Mobile Pakistan Open (PMPO). Group B includes teams like 18 Esports, RAT, CS, Ikard, BPE, AE, REG, BUF, ULF, Alpha Seven, MGLJ, VCS, Four Thryvs, Next, and runner-up squads from the PMPO.
At the South Asia finals in Nepal, Pakistan’s Four Thryvs (FOTI) Esports claimed the title with 209 points, finishing first. Ttuke secured second place, with Hora finishing third. Another Nepalese team, Hidden Leaf Esports, came in fourth, while TGB placed eighth.
Kathmandu, October 7 – The International Cricket Council (ICC) has nominated India’s Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, and Zimbabwe’s Sikandar Raza for the ‘Player of the Month’ award for September 2026 in the men’s category. Abhishek showcased outstanding performances during the T20I series against Afghanistan. In the first match held in Delhi, he scored 82 runs off 32 balls, reaching his half-century in just 22 balls. He earned the Player of the Match title as India chased the target of 157 with 38 balls to spare. In the second match, he made 39 runs off 19 balls, and in the third, he played a century innings of 108 runs off 45 balls, completing his century in just 30 balls – a record for the fastest T20I century by a player from a full-member nation. His innings included 11 sixes. During the powerplay, Abhishek formed a crucial partnership with Sanju Samson as India reached 100 runs. He was also named Player of the Series, finishing the three matches with a remarkable average of 76.33 and 229 runs.
Similarly, Zimbabwe’s Sikandar Raza delivered impressive all-round performances in the ODI series against Australia. In the first match, while Zimbabwe was under pressure at four wickets down, he scored 57 runs and forged a 98-run partnership with Craig Ervine, guiding the team towards the target. In the second game, he added 45 runs off 45 balls. In the final ODI, Sikandar played an unbeaten 81 runs off 72 balls, helping Zimbabwe reach 271. With the ball, he claimed key wickets of Oliver Pick and centurion Josh Inglis in the last game.
India’s captain and the world’s top-ranked ODI batter, Shubman Gill, secured his nomination following stellar performances in September. Against the West Indies in the first ODI, he scored 110 runs off 108 balls, marking his 10th ODI century. In the second ODI in Guwahati, Gill produced a record-breaking double century. Chasing 406, India achieved the target in 43.3 overs with Gill unbeaten on 223 off 133 balls, including 26 fours and eight sixes. He reached his century in 62 balls and completed his double century in 117 balls. Gill’s 223 is the highest individual score while successfully chasing in an ODI. His August performance, which featured a century and a record double century, makes him a strong contender for the Player of the Month award.
Protesters detained in Delhi broke the window of a bus to escape custody. The demonstrations in India’s capital have been ongoing for several days, with protesters demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. They accuse authorities of removing millions of names from the voter list during the recent protests.
The protests intensified further after allegations surfaced that police sexually abused female journalists during news coverage, sparking heightened outrage.
President Donald Trump stated that the United States withdrew its bomber aircraft from the Royal Air Force (RAF) Fairford airbase in the United Kingdom due to “certain threats.” Earlier, the US Department of Defense confirmed on Sunday that all bomber aircraft had been moved from RAF Fairford back to the United States. Reports indicate that approximately a dozen B-1 bombers were among the aircraft withdrawn from the UK military airbase. Speaking to reporters on Monday before departing for Nebraska, Trump said that the decision to bring back the bombers came after learning about a security threat within the US.
Previously, a spokesperson for the UK Prime Minister’s Office had affirmed that RAF Fairford remained secure and recalled that Trump praised the “police, security, and defense services” in the UK. On September 27, 2026, near Gloucester, three suspicious vehicles were observed at the airbase, prompting the UK police to issue alerts. Trump mentioned this incident as a reason for the recent move. When asked outside the White House if a specific threat was detected that led to the retrieval of bombers, Trump replied, “Yes, I think you could say that. It was not due to an accident.”
Initially, five individuals were arrested near the airbase on suspicion of involvement in terrorist activities but were later released on bail. Subsequently, British-Iranian nationals were also detained and similarly released on bail. White House sources have not denied that the US decision was a response to the RAF Fairford incident. Days after the event, UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham stated that there was “strong evidence” indicating possible Iranian involvement, though he did not provide further details. Tehran has categorically denied any involvement in the incident.
The arrests began early in the morning after reports emerged of vehicles heading toward the airbase operated by the US Air Force. Five men, aged between 23 and 25, all British residents from London, were apprehended on suspicion of offenses related to explosives and planning terrorist activities. The police later released them on bail, explaining that the decision was based on a strategy-informed investigation. The US Air Force has used RAF Fairford as a “forward operating location” for decades. Following a recent UK approval to support defensive strikes against Iran, American bombers have regularly flown from this base to the Middle East. In July, Iran warned that “any airbase involved in attacking Iranian territory would be a legitimate target for its military.”
Image Caption, Work has begun to open a temporary track on the Betravati road damaged by September’s floods.Article Details
This year, the monsoon rains have severely damaged many highways and major roads. The Ministry of Infrastructure Development is currently conducting repairs to ensure uninterrupted travel throughout the Dashain festival period.
The Parliamentary Infrastructure Development Committee estimates that approximately 1.5 million people will leave the Kathmandu Valley during this Dashain.
To ensure smooth travel, the committee chairman has issued necessary instructions to relevant authorities concerning road repairs, security arrangements, ticket booking, and monitoring.
The report titled Public Transport Travel Management 2073 highlights the increased vehicle congestion during festivals like Dashain, Tihar, and Chhath, addressing issues such as irregularities in ticket sales and road safety risks, while recommending solutions.
Floods and landslides across various parts of the country have blocked multiple roads, causing operational challenges on these routes.
The Department of Travel Affairs announced that talks with transport entrepreneurs regarding the advance ticket booking schedule will take place next Tuesday.
The National Federation of Transport Entrepreneurs has stated that the advance ticket booking date will be fixed following discussions with the government and is currently awaiting the department’s call for talks.
Efforts Underway to Reopen Blocked Roads
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Umesh Bindu Shrestha, spokesperson for the Ministry of Infrastructure Development, stated that work is progressing to open all possible roads ahead of the Dashain festival.
“We are actively implementing plans to reopen blocked roads. Rapid repair work is ongoing in the Rasuwa Gadhi area,” Shrestha said.
“The traffic jam at Krishnaabhir on the Prithvi Highway has been temporarily cleared and is now operational. We trust that no major damage will occur with the upcoming monsoon.”
He also confirmed that work is progressing according to the Parliamentary Infrastructure Development Committee’s report.
Committee chairman and member of the Rastriya Swatantra Party, Ashish Gajurel, shared that continuous dialogue is ongoing with the ministry, the Department of Roads, the Department of Transport Management, and other relevant agencies.
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Image Caption, Landslides continue to occur in various locations.
Chairman Gajurel emphasized, “All roads must be operational. Equipment has been deployed to promptly repair landslide and flood-affected areas. Roads at risk should be closed at night with appropriate warnings.”
“The Department of Roads has assured that all roads will be open before Dashain. Though severe landslides or floods could change situations, we are optimistic that Dashain will pass without major disruptions this year.”
He added that authorities have also been instructed to open advance ticket booking for public transport.
“The Department of Travel Affairs has been directed on when to open bookings, how to inform passengers about tickets and fares, and to take legal action against those involved in fraudulent activities,” he said.
It is expected that a large number of people will travel between Phulpati and Nawami, with around 75,000 vehicles operating daily.
Issues such as companies creating artificial scarcity, charging excessive fares, and refusing bookings citing no seats available have been reported. To address these, guidelines and recommendations have been issued, Gajurel noted.
“Operators should assign vehicles based on travel demand and negotiate fares with passengers. Operators who force drivers to work more than eight hours should face on-the-spot penalties,” said the MP.
“On days with heavy traffic, arrangements have been instructed for assistance from the military, police, and school buses.”
The committee has also recommended that traffic police take action against violations such as overcrowding and consumption of food at terminals.
When Will Advance Ticket Booking for Dashain Open?
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The National Federation of Transport Entrepreneurs has emphasized coordination with the Department of Roads, Department of Transport Management, and traffic administration to facilitate smooth movement during Dashain.
Federation Chairman Saroj Sitaula said discussions with the department are complete and the advance booking process is straightforward.
“We are holding internal discussions prioritizing road conditions and safe arrival of passengers at their destinations,” Chairman Sitaula noted.
“Natural disasters have damaged roads nationwide. The government is repairing them. Once restored, travel during Dashain will be easier.”
He also commented that the Nepali Congress 15th General Convention has increased transport pressure as people arriving for the event have not yet returned home.
“Once the convention ends and everyone returns, there will be no problem. Otherwise, heavy demand for transport during Dashain is expected,” he cautioned.
“A large crowd will travel from Kartik 25 to Ashtami, so cooperation among all parties for proper management will be essential.”
October 7, Washington – US President Donald Trump has introduced a new provision to grant tax exemptions on ‘red-dyed diesel’ for vehicles, aiming to control rising diesel prices. Trump signed the executive order on Monday night, permitting the temporary use of tax-exempt red diesel, typically reserved for off-road use, in vehicles operating on highways. Although the fuel quality of red diesel and regular diesel in the US is equivalent, red diesel does not incur the federal fuel tax. This diesel is primarily used in tractors, construction equipment, and other off-road purposes. During a campaign event in Nebraska, Trump stated that this decision would provide economic relief to truck drivers, farmers, and everyday consumers. He further claimed that expanding the use of tax-exempt diesel would reduce transportation costs for commodities, including food.
In the United States, diesel fuel used on roads is subject to a federal tax of 24.4 cents per gallon, with an additional state tax averaging 35.5 cents per gallon according to federal data. Diesel prices have surged significantly recently. Prior to the Iran war, diesel fuel was priced at $3.76 per gallon, but by September 22, it had risen to $6.53 per gallon. On Monday, the national average was $6.32 per gallon. Refueling an 18-wheeler truck with 250 gallons of diesel could cost around $1,575. Using tax-exempt diesel could save about $150. Previously, 10 states including Texas, Oklahoma, and Alabama took measures to facilitate the use of tax-exempt diesel for highway vehicles. This step, effective from September 23 to October 2, covers approximately one-third of total diesel sales in the US within these states.
However, fuel market analysts argue that Trump’s decision does not address the fundamental issues behind diesel price hikes. Patrick De Haan, petroleum analyst at GasBuddy, pointed out that implementation is complex. Since trucks traverse multiple states, varying state regulations make expanding access to tax-exempt diesel difficult. “This is not a long-term solution to recurring problems,” De Haan said, “but it might offer politicians an opportunity to show some progress.” Diesel prices have increased by about 77 percent this year. Although prices recently dropped by about 20 cents, this remains the largest annual increase since the AAA began keeping records in 2000. Analysts attribute the diesel price surge primarily to global refinery shortages rather than taxes. Refinery damages owing to conflicts in the Middle East and Russia, along with reduced exports from China to prevent domestic fuel scarcity, have limited supply. US refineries are striving to meet global demand but are operating near capacity and cannot immediately boost production. Andy Lipow, president of Lipow Oil Associates, said tax relief would provide short-term consumer benefit but would not fully resolve the fuel shortage.
Meanwhile, Ukraine has signaled an intensification of attacks on Russian oil refineries. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky pledged continued strikes on Russia’s oil processing infrastructure, potentially adding further pressure on global supplies of diesel and other petroleum products. Trump has expressed optimism that diesel prices will soon decline. The duration of the executive order remains unclear, but he hopes additional measures will not be necessary for an extended period.
Leaders have stated that the Nepali Congress, the country’s oldest political party, is effectively shattered amid the ongoing general convention led by the party’s founding faction calling for nominations for new leadership.
The Gagan Thapa-led faction, which organized the special convention to elect new leaders, has published the schedule for candidate registration on Tuesday at the party’s 15th general convention.
Congress General Secretary Guru Ghimire stated that after passing proposals and the party statute in the closed session, they will proceed with the election process for the new leadership starting Tuesday.
“Once the election process starts, the vote counting will begin. How many candidates will stand for president? If consensus is reached, results will be swift; otherwise, competition may take some time,” Ghimire explained.
Meanwhile, the group supporting outgoing President Sher Bahadur Deuba, which has called the special convention illegal, organized their own separate convention in Mangsir (November/December), including parallel ward and municipal conventions.
“They have held their convention, and our regional conventions have also begun. At this point, I do not see prospects for understanding or unity,” said Prakashsharan Mahat, a leader from Deuba’s faction.
Deuba’s faction has not relinquished its claim to the official status of Nepali Congress. Leaders anticipate that the party’s official dispute will be resolved through the Supreme Court following the permission to review the court’s order that recognized Thapa’s faction.
Political analyst Jagat Nepal has noted that with parallel conventions underway, the party appears politically divided.
“Politically, there seem to be two separate parties. Technically, the court’s final decision is still pending,” said Nepal, an associate professor in Tribhuvan University’s journalism department.
Congress Divided into Two Factions
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Leaders from the founding faction maintain that after the general convention, the Nepali Congress will remain a single party and debates over the party’s official status will conclude.
“Nepali Congress will conduct the 15th General Convention and formally apply for amendments to the Election Commission. After this, the Nepali Congress will exist as one unified party,” Ghimire asserted.
Conversely, Deuba faction leader Kundan Kaplè claims leadership’s failure to resolve disputes has brought the party to the brink of a split.
“With two structures in place, the party now resembles two separate entities. What remains is which side will retain the party’s symbol and flag,” he said.
Previously, some leaders perceived to be close to Deuba and leader Shekhar Koirala are now aligned with the founding faction.
Leaders aligned with Deuba such as Bal Krishna Khand, Gyanendra Bahadur Karki, Meen Bishwakarma, Mahalaxmi Upadhyay, Mahendra Yadav, Sita Gurung and others participated in their faction’s convention.
The founding faction has announced plans to select new party leadership and office bearers through voting on 22nd Ashoj (early October).
Meanwhile, key former leaders like Bimalendra Nidhi, Prakashman Singh, Krishna Sitaula, and Shashank Koirala remain with the Deuba faction that was removed in the special convention.
Two influential leaders, Shekhar Koirala and Prebahadur Khadka, have not openly aligned with either faction.
Shekhar Koirala’s Perspectives
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Shekhar Koirala, a leader from the prominent Koirala family with a long history in the Nepali Congress, acknowledged that although the party has split, he is actively attempting to reconcile the factions.
“I have no doubt about it. I have seen the Democratic Congress and Nepali Congress split before, and even now, the party has fractured and divided,” Koirala said.
He recalled that the party had previously split and later reunited to make history, and he is currently maintaining dialogue with both sides to encourage reconciliation.
“This is not the first time the party has split. I am still in dialogue with both sides and trying to bring them together,” Koirala stated.
He added that efforts to unify the party will intensify after Dashain and ahead of local elections.
Political analyst Hari Sharma observed that the regular general convention following the special convention has institutionalized the party’s structure.
However, Sharma highlighted that managing increasing ambition among leaders and workers is an upcoming challenge. “If collective spirit does not return amid ambitions fueled by positions and social media, ideological and unity issues will arise,” he warned.
He further noted that despite imprisonment of some leaders, the party ahead of the general convention has progressed institutionally in line with its statute.
“This is the most important aspect,” Sharma emphasized.
Congress’s Division: An Old Pattern, Not New
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Jagat Nepal stated that the Deuba faction’s previous claims of involvement in parallel conventions or new party formations represent an old trend of division within Nepali Congress.
Earlier, Deuba had formed the Congress Democratic Party in 2002 (2059 BS).
“That faction was large. In 2008 (2064 BS), they reunited in a 60-40 ratio to form a larger party,” Nepal explained. When Deuba reintegrated with Nepali Congress, his faction received 40% representation in the central committee.
Before 1959 BS, Dilliram Regmi broke away from Nepali Congress to establish the Praja Party, but leader Koirala reunited the factions ahead of the 1959 BS elections.
“When BP Koirala was jailed, Matrika Prasad Koirala was appointed vice president. After Matrika’s resignation, Regmi served as acting president. After BP’s release from jail, he resumed the presidency, but when Dilliram refused to step down, the National Congress was formed,” Nepal recounted.
According to Nepal, Regmi’s party remained active throughout his lifetime.
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