Nepal sets March elections after naming interim prime minister

Nepal appoints first woman PM as calm restored after Gen-Z protests

Former Supreme Court Chief Justice Sushila Karki was the only female chief justice in 2016 and 2017 and was known for her stance against government corruption during that period.

Days after massive protests, Nepal finalises date for next parliamentary polls

Nepal's President has dissolved the country's parliament and scheduled new elections for March 5, 2026, following violent protests and the resignation of Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli. This comes as former Chief Justice Sushila Karki is sworn in as Nepal's first woman prime minister.

'I congratulate Sushila Karki, wish Nepal a bright future': PM Modi speaks on GenZ protests

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday congratulated Sushila Karki on becoming the interim prime minister of Nepal after days of unrest, and also wished for peace, prosperity for the neighbouring nation in future as he lauded the Nepalese youth for cleaning up the streets after the violent GenZ protests. PM Modi made the remarks while speaking during a public meeting in Manipur's Imphal where he inaugurated projects worth Rs 1200 crore. He als…

Nepal lifts prohibitory orders

The decision came a day after former Chief Justice Sushila Karki was sworn in as the country’s interim prime minister.

Former Chief Justice Sushila Karki sworn in as Nepal interim prime minister

Former Nepal Supreme Court Chief Justice Sushila Karki was sworn in as the country’s interim prime minister on Friday. This occurred after deadly crackdowns against anti-corruption protests, which led to the resignation of Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli alongside other government figures. Karki is known for her independence and staunch stance against corruption, and she is the first woman to lead the country. Karki was reportedly supported by pa…

Nepal: First woman PM takes charge, calm returns to streets

Nepal has appointed an interim Prime Minister after a week of fiery protests. Meanwhile, the President has dissolved the parliament and set March 5 as the date for the country’s election.