Nepal Army soldiers patrol a road during a curfew following anti-corruption protests that were triggered by a social media ban which was later lifted, in Kathmandu, Nepal, September 9, 2025.
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Nepal Protests Updates | Nepal Army takes control of Kathmandu airport
The Nepal Army took control of the Tribhuvan International Airport after the agitators tried to enter its premises in the evening. Flight services at the airport were partially suspended in view of the protests. Air India, which operates six flights a day between New Delhi and Kathmandu, on Tuesday cancelled four flights. IndiGo and Nepal Airlines also cancelled their flights from Delhi to Kathmandu.
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Nepal Protests Updates | Nepal Army chief calls for dialogue following massive anti-government protests
Nepal Army chief Ashok Raj Sigdel appealed to the protesters to come forward for dialogue in the face of violent protests that continued for a second day even after prime minister K P Sharma Oli’s resignation. In a televised address to the nation, Gen Sigdel said, “We appeal to the protesting group to halt protest programmes and come forward for dialogue for a peaceful way out for the nation.”
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Nepal Protests Updates | India's neighbourhood in turmoil, New Delhi must watch situation carefully: Ex Indian envoys
As Nepal plunged into chaos in the face of massive anti-government protests, various former Indian ambassadors said that New Delhi must watch this unfolding situation "very closely", with some underlining that India's neighbourhood is "indeed in turmoil" which is not a healthy sign. They cited instances of public protests, largely led by youth, that had led to political upheavals and the toppling of governments in Sri Lanka and Bangladesh in recent years.
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Nepal Protests Updates | Indian airlines cancel flights to Kathmandu
Air India and IndiGo are among the airlines that cancelled their flights connecting Kathmandu as the airport in Nepal's capital has been temporarily closed amid massive anti-government protests in the neighbouring nation.
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Nepal Protests Updates | Nepal's peace, stability important to us: PM Modi
Nepal Protests Updates | Nepal Army takes charge of security following violent protests
The Nepal Army on Tuesday said that it will take charge of security operations from 10 pm, hours after Prime Minister K P Sharma Oli resigned following 27 hours of violent protests in Kathmandu and other parts of the country.
In a statement issued by the Directorate of Public Relations and Information, the army said that “some groups are taking undue advantage of the difficult situation and causing severe damage to ordinary citizens and public property”.
It warned that all security mechanisms, including the Nepal Army, will be mobilised to contain the violence if such activities continue. (PTI)
Nepal Protests Updates | Former PM Jhalanath Khanal's wife burnt alive after house set on fire
Former Nepal Prime Minister Jhalanath Khanal's wife Rajyalaxmi Chitrakar died of burn injuries on Tuesday after her house was set on fire by protestors in Nepal’s Dallu. She was rushed to the hospital, however, she succumbed to her injuries.
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Nepal Protests Updates | Nepal politicians call protestors for talks next week
Nepal politicians have called protestors for talks next week, Reuters reported.
Nepal Protests Updates | Video shows finance minister being chased, thrashed on street by protestors
Nepal Protests Updates | Nepali media outlet Kantipur TV’s headquarters set on fire
Nepal Protests Updates | After PM Oli, President Ramchandra Paudel also resigns
Nepal Protests Updates | Chiefs of security agencies jointly urge protesters to resolve crisis through dialogue
The Nepali Army and chiefs of other security agencies issued a joint appeal on Tuesday, urging protesters to restrain and resolve the crisis through dialogue.
"As the Prime Minister's resignation has already been accepted by the president, we call upon all to restrain and not to allow more loss to life and property in this difficult situation,” they said.
They also called upon all concerned parties to find a peaceful solution to the problem through political dialogue.
"A peaceful resolution through dialogue is the only way to restore order and stability,” the joint statement said.
Those who signed the statement included Nepal Army chief Ashok Raj Sigdel, Chief Secretary of Nepal Government Ek Narayan Aryal, Home Secretary Gokarna Dawadi, Chief of Armed Police Force (APF) Raju Aryal, Inspector General of Police Chandra Kuber Khapung and Chief of National Investigation Department Hutraj Thapa. (PTI)
Nepal Protests Updates | The country belongs to Gen Z, say protestors as they set Parliament building on fire
Nepal Protests Updates | MEA issues advisory against travel to Nepal
Nepal Protests Updates | Embassy issues emergency numbers for Indian nationals in Nepal
Nepal Protests Updates | Air India cancels Kathmandu flights
Air India on Tuesday cancelled its flights between the national capital and Kathmandu in view of the closure of the city's airport amid anti-government protests.
Nepal is facing massive anti-government protests and Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu has been temporarily closed. Nepalese Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli resigned on Tuesday.
"In view of the current situation prevailing in Kathmandu, the following flights AI2231/2232, AI2219/2220, AI217/218 and AI211/212 operating on the Delhi-Kathmandu-Delhi route have been cancelled today. We are closely monitoring the situation and will share further updates," the airline said in a statement.
IndiGo has also cancelled its services to Kathmandu. (PTI)
'In order to facilitate further efforts toward a constitutional political solution and problem resolution, I hereby resign': PM Oli
In PM Oli's letter to President Ramchandra Paudel, Oli acknowledged the country's extraordinary circumstances and cited the need for a constitutional political resolution. The notice read in part:
"I was appointed Prime Minister on Asar 31, 2071 BS, under Article 76(2) of the Constitution of Nepal. Considering the extraordinary situation prevailing in the country and in order to facilitate further efforts toward a constitutional political solution and problem resolution, I hereby resign from the office of Prime Minister, effective immediately, under Article 77(1)a of the Constitution."
Nepal Protests Updates | Gen Z protesters breach key Federal Parliament building
According to The Himalayan, demonstrators from the ongoing Gen Z-led movement have reportedly entered the Federal Parliament building on Tuesday, intensifying protests that erupted in response to Monday's police crackdown.
Nepal Protests Updates | PM KP Sharma Oli resigns amid violent protests in Kathmandu over alleged corruption
Nepal Protests Updates | Nepali Army began evacuating ministers from their residences in Bhaisepati using helicopters
According to Kathmandu Post, Nepali Army began evacuating ministers from their residences in Bhaisepati using helicopters. The move comes after a series of arson and vandalism incidents targeted at ministers’ and senior officials’ homes.
Nepal Protests Updates |Kathmandu airport closes amid escalation of protests
According to The Himalayan Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) has been fully closed following escalating demonstrations across the Kathmandu Valley. Following the continuous incidents of fires in areas including Gothatar, coupled with deteriorating aviation security conditions, prompted the closure, according to the TIA sources.
Protesters torch President, PM, leaders' homes
According to Associated Press, The houses set on fire included those of Sher Bahadur Deuba, leader of the largest party Nepali Congress, President Ram Chandra Poudel, Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak and leader of the Communist party of Nepal Maoist Pushpa Kamal Dahal.
A private school owned by Deuba’s wife Arzu Deuba Rana, who is the current foreign minister, was also set on fire.
Nepal Protests Updates | Water Supply Minister Yadav resigns over Gen Z protest deaths
Kathmandu Post reports, Pradeep Yadav, submitted his resignation to Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli on Tuesday, citing the government’s violent response to the Gen Z protests in which 19 young demonstrators were killed on Monday.
Yadav said he could not continue in office following the tragic loss of life and the government’s use of force against the country’s youth.
Nepal Protests Updates | Nepal Agri minister Ramnath Adhikari resigns
Minister for Agriculture and Livestock Development Ramnath Adhikari has resigned from his position.
The decision comes amid mounting pressure on the ruling coalition partner, Nepali Congress (NC), to quit the government after the killing of 19 youths during the demonstration of Gen Z protesters in Kathmandu and different parts of the country on Monday, according to Himal Press.
Nepal Protests Updates | Oli appeals to Gen Z to engage in dialogue
Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has appealed to representatives of the Gen Z generation to come forward for dialogue.
Issuing an appeal on Tuesday afternoon, Oli urged them to engage in discussions to find a solution to the issue, according to Himal Press
Nepal Protests Updates | Agitators torched residence of Prime Minister Oli at Balkot in Bhaktapur
The agitators torched the residence of Prime Minister Oli at Balkot in Bhaktapur. Oli is currently at the Prime Minister's residence at Balwatar
Nepal Protests Updates | KP Chor, Desh Chhod: Protesters take to the streets, demand resignation of PM Oli
The protesters, under the banner of Gen Z, shouted slogans such as "KP Chor, Desh Chhod" (KP thief, leave the country) and "Take Action Against Corrupt Leaders" in multiple parts of the capital.
The agitators torched the residence of Prime Minister Oli at Balkot in Bhaktapur. Oli is currently at the Prime Minister's residence at Balwatar.
Protesters also torched the residence of former home minister Ramesh Lekhak at Naikap in Kathmandu, just a day after he resigned from his post following the police's use of force on youths protesting the government ban on social media sites left 19 people dead and over 300 others injured on Monday.
Nepal Protests Updates | Protesters put the ruling Nepali Congress party's office on fire
Nepal Protests Updates | Protesters defy curfew, vandalise homes of leaders
According to Himalayan Times, protesters pelted stones and lit fire at the residence of CPN-MC chair Pushpa Kamal Dahal, Communiciation minister Prithvi Subba Gurung, Former Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak among others.
Protesters also targeted political party offices in Sarlahi and the district headquarters Malangwa, setting fire to Nepali Congress and CPN-UML offices in retaliation against police action during Monday's protests.
Nepal Protests Updates |Protesters set fire to home of ex-PM in Nepal, BBC reports
Nepal Protests Updates | Nepal PM K P Sharma Oli calls for an all-party meeting this evening
Nepal Protests Updates | Nepal Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak resigns after 19 die in 'Gen Z protest' over social media ban
He resigned on moral grounds after 19 people were killed and hundreds injured in police firing during protests by youths that rocked the Nepalese capital and other cities.
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Nepal Protests Updates | Nepal lifts social media ban after protests leave 19 dead, minister says
Nepal has lifted a social media ban following protests that resulted in the deaths of 19 people, a government minister said on Tuesday.
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Nepal Protests Updates | Closely monitoring developments in Nepal: India
India on Tuesday said it is deeply saddened by the loss of many young lives during protests in Nepal and hoped that the issues will be resolved through peaceful means.
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