News highlights: Ex-Chief Justice Sushila Karki to head interim Nepal govt, local media reports

Nepal protests LIVE updates: Protestors attacked the private residences of several high-profile leaders, headquarters of political parties and vandalised Parliament. Catch all the updates here

10:39 PM

US-based non-profit aims to raise funds for Punjab, Himachal Pradesh flood relief

A US-based non-profit has issued an emergency appeal to support victims of the severe floods in Punjab and Himachal Pradesh, aiming to raise $50,000.

10:36 PM

Von der Leyen proposes bolder EU sanctions against Israel over war in Gaza

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen shifted from her earlier pro-Israel position on Wednesday, announcing plans to pursue sanctions and a partial suspension of trade with Israel over its military offensive in Gaza.

9:55 PM

EC to take call on pan-India SIR rollout soon

The Election Commission is expected to announce soon the schedule for a nationwide special intensive revision, with the voter list cleanup across states likely to be carried out before the year ends

8:34 PM

Nepalese troops patrol streets as violence-hit nation returns to normalcy

Nepalese troops patrolled the streets to maintain order and prevent potential violence "disguised as protests," as the Himalayan nation gradually returned to normalcy, a day after violent unrest led to Prime Minister K P Sharma Oli’s resignation.

8:18 PM

Chief Minister Gupta reviews development works in East Delhi

Chief Minister Rekha Gupta reviewed development projects in the East Delhi Parliamentary constituency, emphasizing that the city is advancing under the "triple engine government."

7:55 PM

We are proud of our Constitution: CJI on turmoil in Nepal

The Supreme Court on Wednesday referred to last year’s constitutional collapse in Bangladesh and the violent unrest in neighbouring Nepal.

7:28 PM

Prez reference: SC says not fair after Central govt claims 90% bills cleared in a month since 1970

Centre informed the Supreme Court that since 1970, 90 per cent of bills passed by state assemblies were granted gubernatorial assent within a month, while governors withheld approval in only 20 out of 17,150 cases.

7:17 PM

112 tourists from Maharashtra trapped in Nepal, appeal for evacuation

A total of 112 tourists from Murbad taluka in Thane district are stranded in Kathmandu and Pokhara, Nepal, due to the ongoing anti-government protests. The group has sought the Maharashtra government’s help for their safe evacuation, according to Murbad MLA Kisan Kathore.

6:45 PM

Nitish disburses ₹1,200 cr among 11.3 mn beneficiaries of social security pension schemes

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Wednesday disbursed over Rs 1,200 crore among 1.13 crore beneficiaries of social security pension schemes in the state. A total amount of Rs 1,263.95 crore was given away to the beneficiaries of six social security schemes, through direct benefit transfer, at a function held at the chief minister's official residence.

6:29 PM

PM Modi thanks Meloni for Italy’s proactive support in concluding India-EU FTA

6:12 PM

Ex-Chief Justice Sushila Karki to head interim govt, local media reports

Nepal’s ‘Gen Z’ protesters have proposed former chief justice Sushila Karki as the interim prime minister, the secretary of the Supreme Court Bar Association, who was consulted by the protesters, told Reuters

6:01 PM

DTC suspends Delhi-Kathmandu bus service amid unrest in Nepal

The Delhi Transport Corporation’s international bus service between Delhi and Kathmandu has been suspended due to unrest in Nepal, officials said on Wednesday. 

5:08 PM

5 juveniles killed in Nepal prison clash as over 7,000 inmates escape

At least 5 juvenile inmates died during a clash with security personnel at a jail in Nepal, while more than 7,000 prisoners escaped from different jails across country during violent anti-government protests, according to media reports

4:45 PM

'Nepal protests mishandled,' says former PM KI Singh's grandson

Yashwant Shah, grandson of former Nepal prime minister KI Singh, stated that the Nepal government mishandled the recent protests in the country, saying the demonstrations were peaceful and enjoyed wide public support. "Seeing such large-scale support, the government got nervous and feared it would reflect badly on them, especially as it was being widely shared on social media," Singh added.

4:36 PM

Security forces patrol roads amid Nepal unrest

The Nepal Army urged citizens to return any guns, weapons, or bullets looted or found during the student-led agitation. People have been instructed to hand over such items to the nearest police post or security personnel to ensure public safety.