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A catastrophic glacial flood and subsequent landslides across Nepal and Tibet have killed at least 750 people and left thousands missing. International aid is now flowing into the region as rescuers face renewed flooding and natural dams blocking access to affected areas.
Nepal's Prime Minister Balendra Shah has been granted a medical pass to wear dark shades after Parliament implemented a ban on them.
Nepal's Prime Minister Balendra Shah is reportedly meeting with the ambassadors of India and China after completing 100 days in office, signaling diplomatic engagements.
India's viral youth group, the 'Cockroach' party, is planning street protests in Delhi at Jantar Mantar to challenge Prime Minister Modi. The online movement is bringing its anger to the streets, with its founder anticipating potential arrest upon returning to India.
Prime Minister Balendra Shah, once seen as a hope for Nepal's Gen Z, is reportedly losing his political appeal.
Nepal's Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal announced that Prime Minister Balendra Shah "Balen"'s visit to India will be finalized following further consultations. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi had extended an invitation for the visit.
Nepal's new Prime Minister, former rapper Balendra Shah, has ordered the arrest of his predecessor, K. P. Oli, immediately after his inauguration, promising to address the violence against youth protests in September.
Nepal's former prime minister KP Sharma Oli has been arrested along with a former home minister over their alleged roles in a deadly protest crackdown that killed over 70 people, just a day after a new government was sworn in. Reports confirm at least 77 people were killed in the anti-corruption youth uprising.
Barendra Shah has been appointed as the new Prime Minister of Nepal, following the collapse of the previous government due to youth protests. He faces the challenge of incorporating youth voices into politics and combating corruption.
Balendra Shah, a former rapper, has been sworn in as Nepal's new prime minister after winning the election by a landslide, promising to tackle corruption and bring change to the country.
Balendra Shah is set to be sworn in as Nepal's Prime Minister on Ram Navami, following his campaign launch in Janakpur, with observers analyzing the political implications of the timing and location.
The message of Balendra Shah, better known as Balen, to the protesters in Nepal who ousted the prime minister was prophetic, but...
The centrist National Independent Party (RSP) won Nepal's parliamentary elections, with its 35-year-old lead candidate, rapper Balendra Shah, set to become the new prime minister, propelled by a youth uprising.
In Nepal's recent elections, Balendra Shah’s party secured a landslide victory, indicating a significant shift in political power.
Rapperen Balendra Shah og partiet RSP sikrer flertal i parlamentet. Om han bliver premierminister vides ikke.
Den tidigare rapparen Balendra Shah står som segrare i Nepals parlamentsval – hans mittenparti RSP får egen majoritet.
The US Justice Department published additional FBI documents describing interviews with a woman who said President Donald Trump sexually assaulted her after she was introduced to him by Jeffrey Epstein.
Rapper-turned-politician Balen Shah is reportedly on course to become the new prime minister of Nepal, marking a significant shift in the country's political landscape.
Balendra Shah: Nepal’s rapper politician who took on the old guard and won The Straits Times
Former Kathmandu mayor and rapper Balendra Shah, known as Balen, is challenging ex-Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli in Nepal's parliamentary elections, running on the Rastriya Swatantra Party ticket.
Balendra Shah, popularly known as Balen, is contesting for the post of prime minister after serving three years as the mayor of Kathmandu.
A profile piece detailing the political rise of Balendra Shah, the former mayor of Kathmandu, and his support for a Gen Z protest.
Speaking at "NDTV Anviksha: Ideas Across Borders", Charu Chadha, Editor, Media 9, praised Nepal's Prime Minister Balendra Shah.
Clashes have spread in Nepal's Tarai region, with the death toll now reaching three, prompting Balendra Shah to vow stern action.
Sudan Gurung has been reinstated as Nepal's Interior Minister by Balendra Shah after an investigation cleared him of financial wrongdoing, marking a significant U-turn in his political career.
Nepal's Prime Minister Balendra Shah has called for dialogue with India to resolve border disputes and suggested involving the UK, citing its historical role in defining regional borders.
Nepal's opposition parties are calling on Prime Minister Balendra Shah to engage in discussions with India regarding the disputed Lipulekh territory.
India's Prime Minister Modi has extended an invitation to Balendra Shah, the mayor of Kathmandu, to visit India, as revealed by Nepal's foreign minister Khanal.
Balendra Shah has been officially sworn in as the new Prime Minister of Nepal.
Balendra Shah, a new Prime Minister, reportedly rapped his way to victory after supporting Gen Z protests that led to the overthrow of the previous government.
Former rapper Shah has been officially sworn in as Nepal's prime minister following a decisive victory in the recent elections, marking a significant political shift in the country.
Nepal's Prime Minister-elect, Balendra Shah, delivered his first message after the election in a rap format, urging unity among the populace.
Millennial ex-rapper has brought a ‘pugnacious’ energy to Nepal’s geriatric political establishment
Balendra Shah, a 35-year-old rapper, has become a prominent figure in Nepalese politics, potentially poised to become the country's next prime minister, marking a 'political earthquake'.
A three-year-old party, buoyed by Gen Z support, has achieved a landslide victory in Nepal's general elections, securing a huge majority and positioning its candidate Balendra Shah, a rapper-turned-politician, to become the next prime minister with a mandate to restore political stability. His historic leap from Kathmandu's streets to national power marks a dramatic shift in Nepali politics and a major test for a new government.
Nuorten mielenosoitusten käynnistämä mullistus piirsi poliittisen kartan kokonaan uusiksi. Nepalin todennäköinen seuraava pääministeri on entinen rap-artisti Balendra Shah.
Balendra Shah’s Rastriya Swatantra Party won a majority in Nepal’s parliament with 182 seats.
Rapper, engenheiro e presidente da câmara de Catmandu, Balendra Shah desafiou os partidos tradicionais do Nepal. Aos 35 anos, tenta agora transformar a popularidade cultural numa carreira nacional.
Nepal's first parliamentary elections since bloody anti-government protests saw the victory of a party led by 35-year-old former rapper Balendra Shah. Shah, known as Nepal's most famous protest rapper and former mayor of Kathmandu, secured a win for his party.
Rapper-turned-politician Balendra Shah is on course to become Nepal's next prime minister, marking a significant shift in the country's political landscape.
Nepal's Gen-Z uprising has yielded early results in parliamentary polls, with the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) making significant inroads. The RSP has secured key seats in Kathmandu and is leading in over 110 constituencies nationwide. Notably, RSP leader Balendra Shah is ahead of former PM KP Sharma Oli in Jhapa-5.
About 60 per cent turnout was registered during the voting on Thursday.
As Nepalis head to the polls on Thursday in the first election since a Gen Z revolution last September toppled the previous government, one-time musician turned Kathmandu mayor Balendra Shah has…
Nepal’s Gen Z backs Balendra Shah to upend old political elite
Nepal's Prime Minister Balendra Shah has been granted permission to continue wearing sunglasses during parliamentary sessions. The decision allows him to maintain his personal style while fulfilling his duties.
Nepal's Prime Minister Balendra Shah has appealed for calm and extended curfews to new areas as the death toll from recent violence has risen to three.
The long-standing India-Nepal border dispute, dating back 200 years, has flared up again following recent comments by Balendra Shah regarding Nepal encroaching on Indian territory.
Two months into his term, Nepal's Prime Minister Balendra Shah faces criticism as his ambitious reform agenda lags, with key promises overdue. His administration is grappling with cabinet instability, legal challenges, and public scrutiny.
The Balendra Shah government in Nepal has decided to defer Parliament sessions and instead opt for governing through ordinances.
An article delves into the reasons behind the Indian media's notable interest in Balendra Shah.
Balendra Shah, a popular former rapper and 35-year-old former mayor of Kathmandu, has become the prime minister of Nepal, embodying hopes for significant change in a country plagued by political instability and corruption.
Balendra Shah, a 35-year-old rapper also known as Balen, has been officially sworn in as the new Prime Minister of Nepal, becoming the youngest in the country's history following his party's recent election victory and a youth uprising.
Balendra Shah, a former rapper, has been sworn in as Nepal's new and youngest Prime Minister after winning the election by a landslide. He took the oath of office, promising change to Nepalis frustrated by corruption.
Balendra ‘Balen’ Shah is anticipated to be sworn in as the Prime Minister of Nepal on Friday, with sources suggesting he will form a small cabinet of 15 to 18 members.
Er ist die Hoffnung der Gen Z: Balendra Shah hat die Parlamentswahlen in Nepal haushoch gewonnen. Aber taugt er auch zum Ministerpräsidenten?
Balendra Shah, a 35-year-old rapper, has become a prominent figure in Nepalese politics, potentially poised to become the country's next prime minister, marking a 'political earthquake'.
Der Himalajastaat steht vor einem politischen Generationswechsel. Die Partei des früheren Rappers Balendra Shah erreicht fast eine Zweidrittelmehrheit.
Rapper-turned-politician Balendra Shah is poised to become Nepal’s youngest PM after his RSP party secured a majority in parliamentary elections. Read More: https://punchng.com/35-year-old-rapper-shah-set-to-become-nepals-youngest-pm/
In direct elections, RSP won 125 of the 165, and secured another 57 in PR votes, leaving them only two seats short of securing a powerful two-thirds majority
Balendra Shah, a 35-year-old rapper, has become the new Prime Minister of Nepal, presenting himself as a rebel against old power elites and seen as a beacon of hope for Generation Z, who led protests to overthrow the previous government.
Balendra Shah’s party won a landslide in the election that followed Nepal’s Gen Z revolution. His style is pugnacious.
Thursday's general election was the first since violent youth-led protests toppled the government in September.
In 52 von 65 Wahlkreisen führt der 35-Jährige. Die abschliessenden Ergebnissen werden am Freitagabend oder am Samstag erwartet.
Nepal is holding elections today to elect a new government, marking the first vote since last year's Gen Z protests that led to the toppling of the previous government and significant casualties.
Photos highlight Balendra Shah, a rapper who has transitioned into politics and is making waves in Nepal's election.