Nepal Goes to the Polls; Voters Seek Change After Youth‑Led Protests

In Kathmandu Nepal has begun voting in a pivotal general election that marks the country’s first nationwide poll since massive youth‑led protests last year forced the resignation of the government and reshaped the nation’s political landscape. Nearly six months after demonstrations erupted originally sparked by a controversial social media ban and galvanized by broader frustrations […]

Nepal’s Interim Prime Minister Promises Reforms Following Fatal Protests

Nepal’s Interim Prime Minister Promises Reforms Following Fatal Protests

Nepal’s newly appointed interim Prime Minister has pledged to combat corruption, generate employment, and enhance living standards, marking her first public statement since taking office after youth-led protests resulted in the fall of the previous government. Sushila Karki addressed the nation following violent demonstrations that claimed at least 72 lives and led to the resignation […]