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The nationwide local elections, held for the second time since Nepal went federal, concluded at 5pm with relatively free and fair voting, amid sporadic incidents of violence.
Features
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The dissolution of Parliament marks just the beginning of the political turmoil that might roil the country unless the Supreme Court rights the ship
News Analysis
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Registration and voting regulations are making it difficult for many Nepalis to get to the polls
Features
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The PM creates chaos, and invites ridicule for dissolving parliament at a time when he should be focusing on the Covid-19 crisis
Explainers
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Here’s a handy list of things to keep in mind, especially for first-time voters, while voting in the 2022 local election on Friday, May 13.
News Analysis
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Features
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2 percent elected to head rural or urban municipalities, 1 percent elected to head wards