Kathmandu, April 21 -- Home Minister Sudan Gurung's ascent to one of the country's most powerful offices has been meteoric. Having risen to prominence as the leader of the non-profit organisation 'Hami Nepali' in the wake of the Gen Z movement in September last year, he successfully tweaked his activism into electoral success. However, details regarding his past business dealings and the sources of his wealth have been increasingly drawing public attention - as well as criticism - over the past few days.

On Tuesday, Kantipur obtained new banking records, which raise questions over Sudan's financial conduct. Based on these findings, here are established facts-and the lingering uncertainties-surrounding his assets, investments, and financi...