Sushila Karki sworn in as PM

Kathmandu: President Ramchandra Paudel administered an oath of office and secrecy to the newly-appointed Prime Minister Sushila Karki as per the Constitution of Nepal. Karki was sworn in as the Prime Minister a while ago at the Office of the President in Sheetal Niwas. The Karki-led interim government is given the mandate to conduct the… Continue reading Sushila Karki sworn in as PM

Gen-Z Revolt: 36 dead bodies at TU Teaching Hospital

Kathmandu: The forensic test of the dead bodies of the Gen-Z Revolt has been delayed since the Forensic Department of the Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital (TUTH) is yet to receive official letter from the Nepal Police. The Forensic Department of the TUTH is carrying out the forensic examinations of the dead bodies who died during… Continue reading Gen-Z Revolt: 36 dead bodies at TU Teaching Hospital

Gen-Z protest: KMC working to clear road debris

Kathmandu: The Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) has begun clearance of the road debris that has scattered in different parts of the city following the Gen-Z protests. Chief of Department of Environment of the KMC, Sarita Rai, said that a total of 100 broomer machines, waste management vehicles and waste clearing vehicles have been mobilized to… Continue reading Gen-Z protest: KMC working to clear road debris

Sushila Karki to lead interim government after Gen Z Protest

Kathmandu: Former Chief Justice Sushila Karki is set to head an interim government following a breakthrough agreement between major political parties and representatives of the Gen Z protest movement on Thursday evening. Under the deal, a three-member cabinet will be formed immediately, with Karki expected to be sworn in by 9 PM at Shital Niwas.… Continue reading Sushila Karki to lead interim government after Gen Z Protest

Power structures damaged; NEA urges public cooperation for repairs

Kathmandu: The Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA) has announced that several electrical infrastructures across the country, including in Kathmandu, have been damaged due to the recent adverse situation, forcing some feeders to be shut down. In a public notice issued on Thursday, the NEA said urgent repair and maintenance work is underway to restore damaged structures.… Continue reading Power structures damaged; NEA urges public cooperation for repairs

Nepal Army arrests looters, recovers weapons and cash amid nationwide security operations

Kathmandu: The Nepal Army on Thursday announced a series of security gains following nationwide mobilization of security forces in the wake of recent unrest. According to a security update issued by the Army, four individuals involved in the looting of Bhatbhateni Supermarket in Maharajgunj were arrested between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Bhadra 25… Continue reading Nepal Army arrests looters, recovers weapons and cash amid nationwide security operations

All domestic and international flights suspended until 6 PM

Kathmandu: Tribhuvan International Airport to remain closed until 6 PM on Wednesday. Both domestic and international flights have been suspended until the evening. TIA authorities have confirmed that the flight operations are halted until 6 PM today. As for tomorrow, nothing has been confirmed yet. The decision will depend on the situation later in the… Continue reading All domestic and international flights suspended until 6 PM

Gen-Z Movement: Protesters set fire to presidential palace

Kathmandu: Gen Z protesters set fire to the President’s Office at Sheetal Niwas on Tuesday, as anti-government demonstrations intensified across the capital and beyond. The wave of unrest, triggered by the killing of 19 youths during Monday’s police crackdown, has escalated into widespread attacks targeting political leaders and state institutions. Demonstrators have torched Singha Durbar,… Continue reading Gen-Z Movement: Protesters set fire to presidential palace

Gen-Z Movement: PM KP Sharma Oli resigns

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Kathmandu: Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli resigned from office on Tuesday afternoon after two days of mass protests led by Gen Z youths, his secretariat confirmed. The resignation follows violent clashes in Kathmandu on Monday, when police opened fire on demonstrators outside the Federal Parliament and other sites, killing 19 and injuring more than 500.… Continue reading Gen-Z Movement: PM KP Sharma Oli resigns

Gen-Z Movement: Top leaders prepare to evacuate

Kathmandu: Following Monday’s deadly crackdown that left 19 young protesters dead, senior political leaders in Kathmandu are preparing to leave the capital amid escalating demonstrations, security sources said. Citizens of all age groups have taken to the streets, not only protesting but also targeting the residences of top leaders with vandalism and arson. The escalating… Continue reading Gen-Z Movement: Top leaders prepare to evacuate