Kathmandu: The Minister for Water Supply has announced resignation, expressing solidarity with the ongoing Gen Z protests and condemning the government’s violent crackdown on demonstrators. In a statement addressed to the nation’s youth, the minister said they are the “primary supporters” and the driving force behind the country’s energy and spirit. The minister added that… Continue reading Gen-Z Movement, Water-suppy minister resigns
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Gen-Z Movement: Nationwide public transport suspended
Kathmandu: The Nepal Transport Entrepreneurs National Federation has announced an indefinite suspension of public and freight transport services across the country, citing safety concerns following Monday’s deadly crackdown on Gen Z protesters. In a statement, the federation expressed deep sorrow over the deaths of 19 students during the peaceful Gen Z demonstrations on Sept 8… Continue reading Gen-Z Movement: Nationwide public transport suspended
Gen-Z Movement: Agriculture Minister Ramnath Adhikari resigns
Kathmandu: Agriculture and Livestock Development Minister Ramnath Adhikari has resigned from his post, citing the government’s violent response to the Gen Z protests that left at least 19 people dead and hundreds injured. In a statement on Tuesday, Adhikari said it was no longer morally acceptable for him to remain in office after what he… Continue reading Gen-Z Movement: Agriculture Minister Ramnath Adhikari resigns
RSP MP Asim Shah resigns in protest against crackdown on Gen Z movement
Kathmandu: Lawmaker Asim Shah has resigned from the House of Representatives, citing the government’s violent suppression of the ongoing Gen Z protests. In a statement issued Tuesday, Shah announced his resignation effective immediately, saying he could not remain in Parliament while the government resorted to “inhuman measures” such as opening fire on peaceful demonstrators. At… Continue reading RSP MP Asim Shah resigns in protest against crackdown on Gen Z movement
Protesters target residences of top political leaders across Nepal
Kathmandu: Protesters enraged by Monday’s deadly crackdown have escalated attacks on political leaders’ private residences, with incidents reported in Kathmandu, Lalitpur, Janakpur, and now Dhangadhi. Demonstrators set fire to the Dhangadhi residence of former Prime Minister and Nepali Congress President Sher Bahadur Deuba on Tuesday, adding to a growing list of political figures whose homes… Continue reading Protesters target residences of top political leaders across Nepal
Protesters pelt stones at Prachanda’s Khumaltar residence
Kathmandu: Demonstrators targeted the Khumaltar residence of Pushpa Kamal Dahal “Prachanda”, on Tuesday. According to police, protesters hurled stones at the residence amid ongoing demonstrations in the Kathmandu Valley. Live videos are coming out from the nearest area.
Gen-Z Protest Day 2: Youth continue protests against state crackdown that killed 19
Kathmandu: Young demonstrators took to the streets again on Tuesday, protesting what they described as a brutal state crackdown that left 19 people dead during Monday’s demonstrations. Protests erupted in areas including Kalanki and Baneshwor, despite curfews imposed across Kathmandu, Lalitpur, and Bhaktapur. According to reports, Monday’s clashes claimed 19 lives and injured more than… Continue reading Gen-Z Protest Day 2: Youth continue protests against state crackdown that killed 19
Protesters set fire to residence of communication minister
Kathmandu: Protesters set fire to the residence of Communication and Information Technology Minister Prithivi Subba Gurung in Sunakothi, Lalitpur, on Tuesday evening. Police said demonstrators forced their way through security, hurled stones, and ignited the minister’s house. A team of security personnel was immediately dispatched to the site. Valley Police spokesperson SSP Shekhar Khanal said… Continue reading Protesters set fire to residence of communication minister
Health Ministry orders free treatment for Gen Z protest victims
Kathmandu: The Ministry of Health and Population (MoHP) has directed all federal hospitals to provide free treatment to citizens injured during the Gen Z protests that erupted across the country today. Health Minister Pradip Paudel issued a circular instructing hospitals to deliver immediate and cost-free care to the injured. The ministry also urged ambulance operators… Continue reading Health Ministry orders free treatment for Gen Z protest victims
Supreme Court Bar for withholding social media ban
Kathmandu: The Supreme Court Bar Association has demanded that the government immediately postpone the decision to ban certain social media platforms. Issuing a statement here today, Supreme Court Bar Secretary Raman Kumar Karna has demanded the immediate postponement of the decision, citing social media as a medium of expression and communications for the common people.… Continue reading Supreme Court Bar for withholding social media ban