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Ground report: Student demands education reform as Nepal limps towards normalcy

Ground report: Student demands education reform as Nepal limps towards normalcy

Following five days of youth-led protests that ousted Nepal’s leader and triggered political instability, the appointment of a new interim Prime Minister has shifted attention back to governance and policies, with young citizens calling for...

Nepal Gen Z Sparks 2025 Discord Uprising, Forces PM Oli Resignation

Nepal Gen Z Sparks 2025 Discord Uprising, Forces PM Oli Resignation

The Digital Frontlines of Nepal’s Youth Uprising In the shadow of the Himalayas, Nepal’s Generation Z has orchestrated a political earthquake, leveraging the gaming chat app Discord to topple a government and reshape the nation’s future. What...

Nepal’s 2025 Social Media Ban Sparks Deadly Protests, PM Oli’s Resignation

Nepal’s 2025 Social Media Ban Sparks Deadly Protests, PM Oli’s Resignation

In the Himalayan nation of Nepal, a government-imposed ban on major social media platforms has spectacularly unraveled, sparking widespread protests and reshaping the country’s political discourse in unexpected ways. What began as an attempt to...

When the Streets Speak: Nepal’s Youthquake

When the Streets Speak: Nepal’s Youthquake

In the climax of the Bollywood movie Rang De Basanti, a handful of disillusioned young people seize a radio station and galvanise the nation against corrupt politicians, ending in martyrdom but inspiring millions. In another Bollywood movie,...

Nepal’s first woman PM takes charge amid post-protest calm

Nepal’s first woman PM takes charge amid post-protest calm

KATHMANDU: Nepal’s newly appointed interim prime minister began work on Saturday by visiting young protesters wounded in the deadly anti-corruption rallies that ousted her predecessor. Sushila Karki, the 73-year-old former chief justice, was...

Nepal returns to calm as first woman PM takes charge, visits wounded

Nepal returns to calm as first woman PM takes charge, visits wounded

KATHMANDU: Nepal’s newly appointed interim prime minister began work on Saturday by visiting young protesters wounded in the deadly anti-corruption rallies that ousted her predecessor. Sushila Karki, the 73-year-old former chief justice, was...

Kirk assassination suspect expressed opposition to activist's views | Hot off the Wire

Kirk assassination suspect expressed opposition to activist's views | Hot off the Wire

Each week Hot off the Wire looks at a variety of stories in business, science, health and more. This week's headlines include: Suspect in Charlie Kirk assassination expressed opposition to conservative activist's views, had become 'more political'...

Sushila Karki Sworn In as Nepal's First Female Prime Minister After Gen Z-Led Revolution

Sushila Karki Sworn In as Nepal's First Female Prime Minister After Gen Z-Led Revolution

Sushila Karki, Nepal’s former Chief Justice, was sworn in as the nation’s first female Prime Minister on Friday, following a youth-led uprising that ousted the previous government. The 73-year-old was selected through an unprecedented online poll...

‘I Didn’t Fear For My Life’: Indian Tourist’s Account From Nepal’s Worst Unrest In Decades

‘I Didn’t Fear For My Life’: Indian Tourist’s Account From Nepal’s Worst Unrest In Decades

Last Updated:September 13, 2025, 16:41 IST An Indian tourist in Nepal shares her account of the turmoil, recalling that protesters were focused on their cause and never meant to harm ordinary people Nepal’s youth protests began on September 8....

PM Modi Congratulates Nepal PM Sushila Karki: 'Example Of Women's Empowerment'

PM Modi Congratulates Nepal PM Sushila Karki: 'Example Of Women's Empowerment'

Last Updated:September 13, 2025, 16:48 IST PM Narendra Modi congratulated Sushila Karki on becoming Nepal's Prime Minister, calling it a new beginning and a strong example of women empowerment for the Himalayan nation. Prime Minister Narendra...

Youth cleaning and painting roads reflects Nepal’s new rise: PM Modi

Youth cleaning and painting roads reflects Nepal’s new rise: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, speaking from Manipur, extended a special message to Nepal, calling it a “close friend” of India, bound by shared history and faith. He congratulated Sushila Karki on becoming Nepal’s first woman Prime Minister,...

Nepal’s Political Turmoil: Parliament Dissolved, Elections Set for March 2026 Amid Historic Appointment of First Female Prime Minister

Nepal’s Political Turmoil: Parliament Dissolved, Elections Set for March 2026 Amid Historic Appointment of First Female Prime Minister

In a dramatic turn of events that has gripped the Himalayan nation, Nepal’s President Ramchandra Paudel announced the dissolution of the House of Representatives on Friday, setting the stage for fresh elections on March 5, 2026. The decision,...

‘New rise of Nepal’; Did PM Modi praise Nepali youth in Manipur rally? – here’s what he said

‘New rise of Nepal’; Did PM Modi praise Nepali youth in Manipur rally? – here’s what he said

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday commended Nepali youngsters for their efforts in rebuilding the country following the violent protests of the past five days. He stated that Nepali youths are working hard to clean and paint the roads in...

Nepal’s Gen Z Revolt Topples PM After Social Media Ban

Nepal’s Gen Z Revolt Topples PM After Social Media Ban

Young Nepalis have exploded onto the streets of Kathmandu and other cities in a wave of protest that marks Nepal’s most violent unrest in decades. What began on 8 September 2025 as a reaction to a sudden ban on Facebook, WhatsApp, Instagram, and...

Nepal Will Rise: Voices of Courage and Hope

Nepal Will Rise: Voices of Courage and Hope

A wave of courage and conviction has swept across Nepal, driven by a deep love for the country and its people. In recent days, thousands have peacefully protested, facing shields, tear gas, and bullets with unwavering determination. Their march is...

Nepal, US turmoil a reminder for Malaysia, says Anwar

Nepal, US turmoil a reminder for Malaysia, says Anwar

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said ‘Malaysia is far better off’ compared with many other countries. PETALING JAYA: Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim says the turmoil in other countries should serve as a reminder of the importance of peace and stability....

World News | Chinese Embassy Officials Interfere in Nepal's Local Issues, Claims Lobsang Sangay

World News | Chinese Embassy Officials Interfere in Nepal's Local Issues, Claims Lobsang Sangay

New Delhi [India], September 13 (ANI): Former Tibetan Prime Minister-in-exile Lobsang Sangay highlighted China's growing influence in South Asia, particularly in Nepal, accusing Chinese Embassy officials of interfering directly in local affairs....

Nepal's Gen Z chooses Discord to 'elect' interim PM: What is this app and how it works

Nepal's Gen Z chooses Discord to 'elect' interim PM: What is this app and how it works

After violent protests and a political collapse triggered by a social media ban, Nepali citizens used a popular chat app to choose the country’s next interim leader. A report states that over 100,000 people have converged on Discord, a platform...

The world this week | India welcomes Nepal’s interim govt; trade talks with EU at a crucial stage; Israel intensifies offensive

The world this week | India welcomes Nepal’s interim govt; trade talks with EU at a crucial stage; Israel intensifies offensive

Nepal’s interim PM, Sushila Karki, has a herculean task to accomplish, the most urgent being to mend deep divisions in the society, primarily political. India-EU trade talks have reached a decisive stage, but agriculture, dairy and the Carbon...

UPSC Key: 15th Vice-President takes oath, Nepal’s first woman PM, and Translocation of tigers

UPSC Key: 15th Vice-President takes oath, Nepal’s first woman PM, and Translocation of tigers

Preliminary Examination: Current events of national importance, Indian Polity and Governance-Constitution, Political System, Panchayati Raj, Public Policy, Rights Issues, etc. Story continues below this ad Mains Examination: General Studies-II:...

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