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While Nepali cinema is not widely known, it boasts numerous artists who have achieved remarkable success through their powerful performances. This article highlights Rajesh Hamal, a celebrated actor...
Released 20 years ago, 'Rangeela' stands as a memorable film in Aamir Khan's career, captivating audiences with his distinct persona. The film, featuring Urmila Matondkar in a lead role, was a...
Indian electric two-wheeler company Ather Energy has launched its second electric scooter in Nepal, signaling its expansion beyond the Indian market. The company recently introduced the Rizta, an...
A startling development in the Delhi car blast investigation indicates that a significant portion of explosives remains at large. Approximately 300 kilograms of ammonium nitrate, part of a larger...
The death of Virendra Dev Dixit, the accused of raping and abusing disciples at an ashram in Rohini, has been confirmed. A special CBI court was informed of Dixit's passing. According to officials,...
India has clinched the Asia Cup title for the ninth time, defeating Pakistan in the final with a margin of 5 wickets. After winning the toss, India chose to bowl, restricting Pakistan to 146 runs....
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Guwahati, Assam, on Saturday for a two-day visit. Today, Sunday, the Prime Minister is scheduled to inaugurate and lay the foundation stones for projects worth...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his congratulations to Sushila Karki on her assumption of office as the interim Prime Minister of Nepal. Through a post on X, PM Modi expressed his heartfelt...
Ongoing violence in Nepal continues to disrupt daily life, with sporadic incidents reported across the country, particularly in Kathmandu. The army has taken control, leading to a slight improvement...
The neighboring country of Nepal has undergone a change in government. K.P. Sharma Oli was forced to step down due to protests by the youth. The command is now to be handed over to Sushila Karki, who...
The Indian Civil Aviation Ministry is collaborating with Air India and IndiGo to repatriate Indian citizens stranded in Nepal following the closure of Kathmandu airport due to recent protests. Union...
The repercussions of the Nepal protests are being felt across the border in India. Reports indicate that protesters have targeted villages near the India-Nepal border. On Wednesday, demonstrations...
Following a meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS), Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his deep concern over the ongoing violent protests in Nepal. The demonstrations, fueled by...
Prime Minister Modi conveyed his deep sorrow regarding the ongoing violence in Nepal on Tuesday. He described the protests as 'heart-wrenching' in a social media post. Following his return from...
The situation in Nepal has become precarious. Large-scale protests have erupted, with both youths and a significant number of people taking to the streets. Reports indicate that the foreign minister...
A major operation targeting the trade of counterfeit drugs has been exposed in Agra, Uttar Pradesh. A joint team from the Special Task Force (STF) and the Drug Department conducted raids, seizing...
Recent political upheaval and a coup in Nepal have created a tense situation. The resignation of Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli and President Ramchandra Paudel led to widespread unrest. From Kathmandu...
Following recent events in Nepal, including a 'Gen Z' movement and jailbreak incidents, the Bihar government has taken immediate steps to reinforce security arrangements in the border districts. A...
The Deputy Chief Minister of Bihar, Samrat Choudhary, has attributed the current situation in Nepal to the Congress party. He stated that the unrest stems from the Congress's actions in isolating...
Protests in Nepal have escalated, with the movement among young people turning increasingly volatile. Despite restrictions on internet media, the protests show no signs of abating. Amidst the unrest...
A controversy surrounds the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the voter list in Bihar. The process has sparked protests across the state and beyond, with leaders like Rahul Gandhi and...
Reports that terrorists had entered Bihar caused widespread alarm. However, according to police headquarters, the three terrorists in question did not enter Bihar and instead traveled to Malaysia....
Kho Kho World Cup 2025: The Indian sports scene is set for a historic moment as it gears up to host the inaugural Kho Kho World Cup 2025, a first-of-its-kind event celebrating one of the nation's...
The 'Gen Z generation,' born between 1997 and 2012, witnessed the rapid development of technology, which is now clearly impacting them. This generation is more tech-savvy than millennials, yet these...
Nepal is facing a severe crisis due to heavy rainfall, resulting in floods and landslides that have devastated the country. The adverse weather conditions have caused significant damage, with nearly...
Severe weather has struck Nepal, causing widespread devastation due to heavy rainfall, landslides, and flooding. Homes have been submerged, and many people are displaced. The eastern region of Nepal...
Aryatara Shakya, a 2-year-old girl, has been selected as the new Kumari, or living goddess, of Nepal. On Tuesday, she was moved from her home to a temple in Kathmandu, which will now be her new...
The interim government of Nepal has imposed a travel ban on several prominent figures, including former Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli. Others restricted from leaving the country include former Home...
Following widespread anti-government protests in Nepal by the Gen-Z demographic, Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli was compelled to resign. After maintaining silence, Oli has issued his first statement on...
KP Sharma Oli, Nepal's former Prime Minister, has voiced strong criticism of the current government, labeling it the 'Gen-Z government' and alleging its formation was unconstitutional. Oli stated...
The wife of former Nepalese Prime Minister Jhala Nath Khanal has been brought to India for further medical treatment after sustaining serious injuries during Gen-Z protests in Nepal on September 9th....
Prime Minister of Nepal, Sushila Karki, inducted five new ministers into the interim government on Sunday. This brings the total number of ministers in Karki's cabinet to nine. According to sources...
The Gen-Z group has called for the arrest of former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli and then-Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak concerning their alleged role in the shooting during anti-government protests on...
Following improvements in Nepal's law and order, the Indian Embassy in Kathmandu has issued an advisory urging Indian citizens to exercise caution while traveling to the country. The Embassy stated...
Interim Prime Minister of Nepal, Sushila Karki, addressed a program held on the occasion of Constitution Day. She stated that it is the responsibility of all Nepali citizens to protect and...
Sam Pitroda, the head of the Congress Overseas Department, has stirred controversy with his recent statements. In a video, Pitroda stated that he feels at home in Pakistan. He emphasized that he...
During violent protests in Nepal, a coup took place. Protesters stormed the parliament. KP Sharma Oli was forced to flee his residence and resign from the position of Prime Minister. Following this,...
Recent anti-government rallies and violent demonstrations in Nepal have severely impacted the country's tourism industry. These protests coincided with the start of the peak tourist season. According...
New revelations have emerged regarding Sushila Karki's appointment as the interim Prime Minister of Nepal. It has been revealed that a gaming app and social media surveys were used to select Karki...
A historic youth-led movement unfolded in Nepal this month, sparked by a government ban on social media platforms. Faced with censorship, Generation Z utilized innovative technologies to organize and...
Interim Prime Minister Sushila Karki of Nepal has finalized appointments for key ministerial positions. The recommendations have been submitted to Sheetal Niwas, the Presidential Office in Kathmandu....
Prime Minister of Nepal, Sushila Karki, announced that those involved in the violence and destruction during the anti-government protests across the country last week would be brought to justice....
Sushila Karki officially began her duties as Nepal's interim Prime Minister at Singha Durbar on Sunday, September 14. She arrived at her new office, the Home Ministry building designated as the PM's...
Sushila Karki, having assumed the role of interim Prime Minister, is set to form the interim government in Nepal. In a Sunday address, she emphasized the nation's need for its youth. It is...
Following Gen-Z protests in Nepal, Sushila Karki has taken the helm as the interim Prime Minister. In her inaugural address, Karki emphasized the importance of heeding the voices of the youth....
Interim Prime Minister of Nepal, Sushila Karki, assumed office on Sunday following her swearing-in on September 12th. After taking charge, Karki stated that an investigation would be conducted into...
Sushila Karki officially began her duties as Nepal's interim Prime Minister on Sunday, September 14th. She arrived at Singha Durbar, the designated PM's office located in the Home Ministry building,...
A comparison of election timelines in three neighboring countries of India reveals stark differences in the aftermath of interim government formations. Nepal swiftly announced election dates the day...
The influence of the Hindi language extends far beyond India's borders. Globally, over 600 million people speak and understand Hindi, making it the third most spoken language worldwide, following...
Nepal's President Ramchandra Paudel has declared that elections will take place within the next six months. This announcement comes in the wake of recent Gen Z protests, which resulted in the tragic...
Sushila Karki, Nepal's first female Chief Justice and later interim Prime Minister, had a husband with a rather eventful past. Her husband, Durga Prasad Subedi, was a student at Banaras Hindu...
The streets of Kathmandu once again bear the scars of smoke and fire. The parliament burns, and Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli has resigned. Yet, even after the deaths of approximately 50 people, the...
President of Nepal, Ram Chandra Poudel, dissolved the House of Representatives on Friday, acting upon the recommendation of newly appointed Prime Minister Sushila Karki. A notice from the President's...
Following a youth uprising in Nepal, Sushila Karki, a former Chief Justice, took oath as the interim Prime Minister. She gained her political understanding in Varanasi (Banaras). Karki is an alumna...
Sushila Karki has been sworn in as the Interim Prime Minister of Nepal, amidst ongoing political unrest. Her appointment is a crucial step as the nation's leaders strive to stabilize the government...
The youth-led protests in Nepal have subsided, but the nation has endured significant repercussions to reach this point of relative calm. The country is grappling with a new wave of political...
Nepal is facing a severe political and social crisis, triggered by widespread anger over government failings, corruption, and increasing inequality. The movement, primarily driven by Gen Z, led to...
A youth movement lasting only two days in Nepal ousted former Prime Minister KP Oli. The repercussions of this week's events in Nepal extend beyond its political boundaries, impacting the entirety of...
Following KP Sharma Oli's resignation, Sushila Karki has been chosen as Nepal's interim prime minister. Prior to her swearing-in, Karki consulted with President Ramchandra Paudel and Army Chief...
Sushila Karki, former Chief Justice of the Nepal Supreme Court, is poised to become the country's first female Prime Minister. President Ramchandra Paudel is expected to administer the oath of...
Initially, Balendra Shah, the mayor of Kathmandu, was considered a potential interim Prime Minister of Nepal. Supported by Gen-Z activists, he faced competition from retired Chief Justice Sushila...
Nepal is experiencing a highly dramatic period in its politics. Following street protests led by the youth, a crucial meeting took place in Kathmandu. President Ram Chandra Paudel, former Chief...
Following three days of widespread unrest, Gen Z protesters formally presented their ten-point agenda during a press conference in Kathmandu on Thursday. Representatives of the youth movement,...
Kulman Ghising, the former CEO of the electricity board, has been selected to lead Nepal's Interim Government. Ghising, celebrated for resolving the nation's power crisis, is the likely choice of the...
The death toll from the ongoing Gen Z protests in the Kathmandu Valley has tragically climbed to 31, according to officials at Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital's Department of Forensic...
Following the resignation of KP Sharma Oli, Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal, remains politically charged. Disagreement surrounds the interim prime minister, with Generation-Z divided over the...
The recent political upheaval in Nepal, sparked by youth protests against social media bans and corruption, quickly escalated into a crisis. Within a mere two days, the situation deteriorated to the...
Kathmandu Mayor Balendra Shah declared his support for the establishment of an interim government tasked with organizing new elections in Nepal. In this announcement, he endorsed former Chief Justice...
Ongoing protests spearheaded by Nepal's Gen Z are challenging the government's actions, particularly a controversial social media ban. The demonstrations, fueled by demands for accountability and...
Protests by Gen-Z demonstrators, which began on Monday, continued into Tuesday. Despite the resignation of Nepal's Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli, the country remains in turmoil. Taking advantage of...
Amidst escalating protests in Nepal, driven by Gen Z's discontent over social media restrictions and corruption, Kathmandu Mayor Balendra Shah has emerged as a significant figure. His actions and...
After 17 years, the democratic government in Nepal is faltering. The coup by KP Sharma Oli has dismissed the notion that democracy is the best system of governance for Nepal. Since the establishment...
Recent political turmoil in Nepal, following similar events in Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Pakistan, has sparked questions about the influence of international powers. The protests, initially...
The Oli government in Nepal failed to control public outrage, or perhaps, failed to understand the public mood. This discontent had been simmering for years, waiting for a spark. The result was a...
Nepal is currently experiencing significant political and social upheaval. The movement, which began against social media bans and rising corruption, has now turned violent. The situation has...
All airports in Nepal, including Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, have been closed until Wednesday at noon due to ongoing protests. Flights were suspended from Tuesday at 2 PM due to...
Violent protests in Nepal, stemming from a social media ban, have led to a significant incident: the escape of over 1,500 prisoners from various jails. According to police officer Heramba Sharma, the...
All airports across Nepal, including Kathmandu's Tribhuvan International Airport, are closed until 12 PM on Wednesday. This decision, announced by airport authorities, led to the suspension of all...
Approximately 400 Indian citizens are stranded at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, Nepal, due to ongoing protests. Numerous flights have been canceled as a result of the demonstrations,...
Following his resignation on Tuesday, Nepal's Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has left Kathmandu. The departure occurred via a military helicopter, with the destination remaining undisclosed. This...
In the midst of escalating anti-corruption protests in Nepal, former Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba and his wife became targets of violence on Tuesday. Videos circulating on social media depict...
Amidst escalating unrest in Nepal stemming from Gen Z protests, India is closely monitoring the situation. India expressed hope that peace would be maintained, and all issues resolved peacefully...
Nepal, a neighboring country of India, is currently facing a deep political crisis. Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has announced his resignation. The anger of the youth is unabating, from Kathmandu to...
A deadly youth uprising erupted in Nepal on Monday following the government's ban on 26 social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, and X, on September 4th. The police responded to...
The escalating protests in Nepal, fueled by social media bans and accusations of corruption, have turned violent. Demonstrators engaged in widespread unrest across several cities, including the...
Following widespread protests across Nepal, resulting in the deaths of 19 individuals and numerous injuries, Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli issued a formal statement. The demonstrations, organized by...
Following violent clashes, the KP Oli government in Nepal is on the defensive. The ban on social media sites has been lifted. This decision was made late at night after an emergency cabinet meeting....
Following violent protests in Kathmandu, the Nepalese government has removed its ban on social media. The ban, initiated on September 4, was lifted after 19 protestors were killed during...
Following violent clashes in Nepal, the Oli government has reversed its stance. Thousands of Gen-Z youth demonstrated in Kathmandu and other cities against a ban on social media apps. The protests...
A battle is brewing between the ruling powers and the youth in Nepal, representing a rebellion of the new generation. This is a protest by Gen-Z against the increasing corruption within the aging...
Following violent demonstrations, the Nepalese government has lifted its ban on social media platforms. The protests, which erupted in Kathmandu and other areas, were in response to the ban and...
The Nepali government has lifted its ban on social media applications following escalating protests, primarily led by Gen Z, which led to violent clashes with law enforcement. The Minister for...
Kathmandu, Nepal's capital, is experiencing significant unrest, with protests resulting in at least 14 fatalities. The demonstrations, spearheaded by Generation Z, commenced on Monday and are...
Following the Nepali government's decision to restrict access to social media platforms including Facebook, YouTube, and X, widespread unrest has erupted. The youth, representing Gen-Z, have...
A large-scale protest erupted in Kathmandu, Nepal, as thousands demonstrated against government actions. The demonstration centered on restrictions imposed on social media and widespread corruption....
In Nepal, a ban on social media applications sparked intense protests across the country, with thousands of Gen-Z youth taking to the streets in Kathmandu and other cities. Hundreds of protesters...
The Nepalese government has decided to ban social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Under new regulations, the government has imposed restrictions on all these social sites....
Nepal has officially become a member of the International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA). The IBCA announced that Nepal has signed the framework agreement, formally joining the alliance. The IBCA was...
India has dismissed Nepal's claims regarding the Lipulekh Pass, stating its willingness to engage in constructive dialogue with Nepal to address the existing boundary disputes through diplomatic...
Nepal's Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has been invited by India for a two-day official visit in September. Officials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Nepal, and the Prime Minister's Office...