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Sher Bahadur Deuba becomes Nepal's PM for 5th time

Sher Bahadur Deuba becomes Nepal's PM for 5th time

Rediff.com13 Jul 2021

Previously, Deuba served as Nepal's prime minister four times from June 2017-February 2018, June 2004-February 2005, July 2001-October 2002 and September 1995-March 1997.

Sher Bahadur Deuba takes oath as Nepal's PM for record 5th time

Sher Bahadur Deuba takes oath as Nepal's PM for record 5th time

Rediff.com13 Jul 2021

The 75-year-old veteran politician and Nepali Congress President took the oath of office and secrecy from President Bidya Devi Bhandari during a swearing-in ceremony which was delayed by over two hours.

Five Arrested After Ruckus At Samajwadi MLA's Residence In Amethi

Five Arrested After Ruckus At Samajwadi MLA's Residence In Amethi

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Police in Amethi have arrested five individuals following a disturbance at the residence of a Samajwadi Party MLA, involving allegations of death threats and assault.

Sher Bahadur Deuba becomes Nepal's PM for 4th time

Sher Bahadur Deuba becomes Nepal's PM for 4th time

Rediff.com6 Jun 2017

The 70-year-old was the only contender in the election.

Sheikh Abdullah's Ouster Began J&K's Long Road To 2019

Sheikh Abdullah's Ouster Began J&K's Long Road To 2019

Rediff.com10 Aug 2026

Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah's dismissal and arrest on August 9, 1953 marked a decisive shift in the Centre-J&K power equation. Seven decades later, the erosion of the state's special constitutional position culminated in the August 5, 2019 changes, notes Mohammad Sayeed Malik, the distinguished commentator on Kashmir affairs.

Nepal ex-PM Madhav Nepal gets bail in Patanjali land case

Nepal ex-PM Madhav Nepal gets bail in Patanjali land case

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

Madhav, the chairman of the Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Socialist, was present in a special court to present his arguments relating to the land misappropriation case.

Hilton Hotel set on fire in Nepal, security chiefs call for peace

Hilton Hotel set on fire in Nepal, security chiefs call for peace

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

The Nepali Army and heads of security agencies have jointly appealed for restraint and dialogue as protests escalate following the Prime Minister's resignation. Demonstrations have turned violent, with protesters targeting government buildings, political figures' homes, and private property.

Nepal PM KP Oli resigns amid violent protests

Nepal PM KP Oli resigns amid violent protests

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

Oli stepped down shortly after hundreds of demonstrators entered his office shouting anti-government slogans.

Great Himalayan Dream: Can Nepal spark T20 World Cup magic?

Great Himalayan Dream: Can Nepal spark T20 World Cup magic?

Rediff.com3 Feb 2026

For a team that once struggled for basic infrastructure, the T20 World Cup is being viewed as a defining leap rather than just another appearance for Nepal.

Oli's exit plunges Nepal back into political uncertainty

Oli's exit plunges Nepal back into political uncertainty

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

A profile of veteran Nepali politician K P Sharma Oli, detailing his rise to power, his various stints as prime minister, and his impact on Nepal's political landscape.

Deuba urges Modi to resolve Indo-Nepal border issue via bilateral mechanism

Deuba urges Modi to resolve Indo-Nepal border issue via bilateral mechanism

Rediff.com2 Apr 2022

The two sides also inked four pacts to expand cooperation in areas of railways and energy.

Nepal's PM Deuba sacks 4 ministers a week after ally JSP quits coalition

Nepal's PM Deuba sacks 4 ministers a week after ally JSP quits coalition

Rediff.com14 Oct 2022

The JSP has made an electoral alliance with main opposition Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist headed by K P Sharma Oli.

PIX: Modi's day out in Lumbini on Buddha Purnima

PIX: Modi's day out in Lumbini on Buddha Purnima

Rediff.com16 May 2022

Modi, who is in the Himalayan nation at the invitation of Deuba, is paying a day-long visit to Lumbini on the occasion of Buddha Purnima.

Violent protests continue in Nepal, minister's houses targeted

Violent protests continue in Nepal, minister's houses targeted

Rediff.com10 Sep 2025

The protesters shouted slogans such as KP Chor, Desh Chhod (K P Sharma Oli is a thief, quit the country), "Take action against corrupt leaders".

'Downfall Of A Govt In 2 Days Is No Small Event'

'Downfall Of A Govt In 2 Days Is No Small Event'

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

'This revolution has sparked an awakening. Gen Z realises the power it holds.'

'Gen Z Want Radical Change In Nepal'

'Gen Z Want Radical Change In Nepal'

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

'They mean business, but business as usual is unacceptable to them'

'A Black Day That Saw Unprecedented Violence In Modern Nepal'

'A Black Day That Saw Unprecedented Violence In Modern Nepal'

Rediff.com10 Sep 2025

'9 September saw Kathmandu and other key cities under the control of goons.' 'There was no authority, the police was nowhere.' 'The crowds torched all three centres of the state -- the supreme court, parliament and the Singha Durbar government headquarters.' 'The army stayed aloof from the complete destruction of these edifices, which is less than a kilometre from its headquarters.'

Nepali Cong elects PM Deuba as parliamentary party leader, may head next govt

Nepali Cong elects PM Deuba as parliamentary party leader, may head next govt

Rediff.com21 Dec 2022

The 76-year-old Nepali Congress president, who has served as the prime minister for a record fifth term, defeated his challenger party general secretary Gagan Kumar Thapa by 39 votes, officials said.

Modi, Deuba to meet at Lumbini on Buddha Purnima, to hold bilateral talks

Modi, Deuba to meet at Lumbini on Buddha Purnima, to hold bilateral talks

Rediff.com12 May 2022

The MEA said at Lumbini, the prime minister will visit the sacred Mayadevi temple to offer prayers.

Former King Wants To Revive Nepal Monarchy, But..

Former King Wants To Revive Nepal Monarchy, But..

Rediff.com25 Mar 2025

One fact is irrefutable: Nepal's recent political history tells us that the route to a return of monarchy cannot go through India despite friends in high places, asserts Aditi Phadnis.

Nepal ex-PM gets 2 yr jail term

Nepal ex-PM gets 2 yr jail term

Rediff.com26 Jul 2005

Deuba given 2-yr jail term

Deuba given 2-yr jail term

Rediff.com26 Jul 2005

Nepal call to expel Indian envoy

Nepal call to expel Indian envoy

Rediff.com5 Apr 2005

Bharat Keshar Singh, Honorary aide-de-camp to the King, has accused Shiv Shankar Mukherjee of conspiring against King Gyanendra.

4 more Nepal ministers arrested

4 more Nepal ministers arrested

Rediff.com5 Feb 2005

A Royal Commission to probe corruption cases against politicians.

Nepal's former PM Deuba, ex-minister freed

Nepal's former PM Deuba, ex-minister freed

Rediff.com14 Feb 2006

Nepal's former prime minister Sher Bahadur Deuba and his cabinet minister Prakash Man Singh have been set free.

'No greater loss than...': World leaders pay tributes to Modi's mother

'No greater loss than...': World leaders pay tributes to Modi's mother

Rediff.com30 Dec 2022

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif offered his condolences to his Indian counterpart and said there is no greater loss than losing one's mother.

PM not to attend SAARC meet

PM not to attend SAARC meet

Rediff.com2 Feb 2005

This is apparently keeping in view the developments in Nepal where King Gyanendra has assumed all executive powers after dismissing the Sher Bahadur Dueba-led coalition government.

IA to operate two flights to Kathmandu

IA to operate two flights to Kathmandu

Rediff.com2 Feb 2005

An IA spokesman said that the airline is operating two "standby flights" to Kathmandu, one each from Delhi and Varanasi to fly back the passengers.

Nepal's king dismisses government

Nepal's king dismisses government

Rediff.com1 Feb 2005

The monarch, in a televised address to the nation, accused the government of failing to restore peace and not taking steps for the conduct of parliamentary elections.

India to upgrade Nepal's security apparatus

India to upgrade Nepal's security apparatus

Rediff.com12 Sep 2004

The assurance was contained in a joint statement issued at the end of the five-day visit of Nepalese Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba to India.\n\n\n\n

Nepal PM offers 'secret talks' to rebels

Nepal PM offers 'secret talks' to rebels

Rediff.com21 Aug 2004

The government wanted 'secret talks with Maoists' as 'whenever they have been held openly, they have failed,' the prime minister said.

King Gyanendra lifts emergency

King Gyanendra lifts emergency

Rediff.com30 Apr 2005

Sacked Nepal PM arrested for graft

Sacked Nepal PM arrested for graft

Rediff.com27 Apr 2005

Police arrested former prime minister Sher Bahadur Deuba from his residence Wednesday morning around 2:00 am.

Victory for Nepal king at UN

Victory for Nepal king at UN

Rediff.com11 Apr 2005

New Delhi: Newspaper employee shot dead

New Delhi: Newspaper employee shot dead

Rediff.com22 Jul 2008

In a shocking incident, an employee of a prominent newspaper was shot dead in New Delhi on Monday night, allegedly by one of his friends after an argument. Sher Bahadur Singh, a driver with Statesman newspaper was killed by his friend in the basement of 'The Statesman' building, in Connaught Place at around 10 pm, a senior police official said.

A kingdom under siege

A kingdom under siege

Rediff.com3 Feb 2005

Shun violence, urges Nepal PM

Shun violence, urges Nepal PM

Rediff.com1 Dec 2004

'Indiscriminate killing, abduction, extortion and torture can't be acceptable ways to bring about political change,' Deuba told the second World Summit on Buddhism at Lumbini.

India, Nepal ink four pacts

India, Nepal ink four pacts

Rediff.com9 Sep 2004

India also offered to help Nepal deal with the Maoist problem.

Nepal probing media group's link with Dawood

Nepal probing media group's link with Dawood

Rediff.com3 Sep 2004

Nepalese Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba, however, did not give a timeframe for the completition of the investigations.

Nepalese king faces tough choice

Nepalese king faces tough choice

Rediff.com30 Jan 2006