Yashwant Shah, grandson of former Nepal PM KI Singh, said that despite tourism and businesses, Nepal struggles with corruption, poverty, and unemployment, highlighting growing public frustration.
Amid political upheaval in Nepal after KP Sharma Oli's resignation, former Chief Justice Sushila Karki's name has emerged as a potential leader for the new transitional government, sources said.
Nepal faces political turmoil after violent protests in Parliament on September 8. The Prime Minister resigned amid corruption allegations, and the army took control of the streets. Locals hope for a leader like Balen Shah to improve the country, while unrest continues in Kathmandu.
Intelligence and security measures have been intensified along the India-Nepal border to prevent escaped prisoners from Nepal from sneaking into Indian territory, top officials said.
The airline made this decision to ensure passenger safety and convenience as protests continue over corruption and a controversial social media ban, which has led to at least 19 deaths and 500 injuries.
The police have conducted joint patrolling and surveillance with the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) in the border areas of Pithoragarh, the Uttarakhand Police Headquarters informed ANI.
He also accused the state government of institutional corruption, alleging that revenue is being looted by the police, local goons, and Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's nephew, Abhishek Banerjee.
The prison's chief, Ganga Yogi, confirmed the arson attack sparked the fire, prompting security personnel to fire tear gas in an attempt to regain control. Despite their efforts, some inmates managed to flee the facility, which housed 397 prisoners at the time.
Kathmandu's Tribhuvan International Airport has reopened after flight suspensions were lifted, the Nepal Civil Aviation Authority announced. Passengers have been advised to check flight details with airlines and carry tickets and identification documents while traveling.
The prisoners were caught along the India-Nepal border in Uttar Pradesh's Siddharthnagar district while attempting to infiltrate into Indian territory.