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Balendra 'Balen' Shah
Balendra Shah, popularly known as Balen, is a Nepalese politician, structural engineer, and rapper who has been the prime minister of Nepal since 2026. He assumed the office following his party's landslide victory in the 2026 Nepalese general election. At age 35, he is the world's youngest serving state leader. He previously served as the 15th mayor of Kathmandu from 2022 to 2026, the first independent candidate to hold the office.
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cameoplus · 2026-04-27
Accede to reform demands in Kathmandu
Nepal drafts civil service bill raising retirement age to 60
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cameoplus · 2026-04-26
Make statement in Kathmandu
Nepal drafts civil service bill raising retirement age to 60
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cameoplus · 2026-04-22
Accuse / public criticism leading to resignation in Kathmandu
Nepal Home Minister Sudan Gurung resigns over ethics concerns
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cameoplus · 2026-04-21
Meet at third location in Singha Durbar, Kathmandu
U.S. assistant secretary Kapur meets Nepal FM Khanal on trade and investment
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cameoplus · 2026-04-21
Demand information/investigation in Kathmandu
Nepal PM Shah seeks written clarification from Home Minister Gurung
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cameoplus · 2026-04-15
Investigate crime/corruption in Kathmandu
Nepal forms panel to probe politicians’ and officials’ assets over corruption
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cameoplus · 2026-04-12
Make public statement in Kathmandu
Nepal’s Prime Minister makes ministers’ asset details public
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cameoplus · 2026-04-08
Arrest, charge, conviction, or sentencing in Kathmandu
Nepal Supreme Court issues arrest warrants for ex-PM Deuba and wife
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cameoplus · 2026-04-08
Make statement in Kathmandu
Nepal’s Prime Minister Shah reaffirms commitment to stronger ties