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Gen Z Meeting Proposes Ex-CJ Sushila Karki as Interim Head of Government

In a virtual meeting organized today by Gen Z Nepal, a majority of participants agreed to propose former Chief Justice Sushila Karki as the head of an interim government. The meeting, which lasted for more than six hours, was the first expanded session of Gen Z and saw the participation of over 4,000 members from across the country. According to the mandate of the meeting, Gen Z Nepal will hold further discussions with Karki before reaching a final decision. While consensus emerged on Karki’s candidacy, other names were also briefly discussed.

Gen Z believed In Me, I Am Ready For The Responsibility: Sushila Karki

Former Chief Justice Sushila Karki, proposed by Gen-Z protesters as the interim head of government, said she is prepared to shoulder the role if entrusted with it. Speaking to Indian media News18, Karki expressed gratitude to Nepal’s youth movement, which has rallied behind her as a neutral and credible figure amid deepening political turmoil.

Nepal Army Imposes Nationwide Curfew

The Nepal Army has announced a nationwide curfew order in response to the escalating unrest. According to the Directorate of Public Relations and Information of the Army, the curfew will remain in place across the country until 5 p.m. Wednesday. Army spokesperson Brigadier General Rajaram Basnet said the curfew would be reimposed on Thursday (Sept 11) from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. He urged the public to stay indoors during the curfew hours except for essential needs.

NC General Secretaries Call For Constitutional Solutions Amid Political Vacuum

Nepali Congress (NC) General Secretaries Gagan Kumar Thapa and Bishwa Prakash Sharma have called for all possible constitutional measures to stabilize the country, following the violent Gen Z protests in Kathmandu that toppled the Oli government and triggered a political vacuum. In a joint appeal, the leaders acknowledged past failures of governments, including their own party, to meet public expectations and address corruption. They committed to rebuilding the NC from the ground up as a responsible, accountable party reflecting the aspirations of citizens and the younger generation.

Not In Race To Form Government: Rabi Lamichhane

Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) President Rabi Lamichhane has clarified that he is not participating in any effort to form a new government. In a Facebook video message on Wednesday, Lamichhane said he is “neither in the leadership race nor attending any meetings related to government formation.” “There is no need to drag my name into controversy. I have repeatedly said I am not in this race, so there is no reason to defame me,” he stated. Lamichhane added that the ongoing movement was initiated by Generation Z and that its leadership should also be decided by them.

Solution Must Be Found Within Constitution, Says NC Leader Mahar

Central Committee Member of Nepali Congress Nain Singh Mahar has urged calm and restraint amid the escalating anti-corruption protests of Gen-Z across the country, stressing that any solution must be sought within the framework of the constitution. Mahar said the movement, which began as a campaign to raise public awareness against corruption and exploitation, has been infiltrated and diverted, resulting in widespread unrest.

Tribhuvan International Airport Resumes Operations

Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA), which had been shut down due to the Gen Z protests, has now decided to resume operations. A meeting of the Airport Security Committee held today made the decision to restart flights that had been suspended since yesterday.

One dead, Seven Injured In Dhading Prison Escape Attempt

he Nepal Army opened fire after prisoners attempted to escape from Dhading District Prison by setting fires inside the facility. According to Dhading Hospital, a man estimated to be around 75 years old was killed by gunfire. Two others are in critical condition, while five sustained minor injuries. Security forces said the Army was compelled to fire shots in order to stop inmates who were trying to break out during the unrest.

Prisoners Transferred From Dilli Bazar Prison To Central Jail After Arson

Inmates from Dilli Bazar Prison have been relocated to the Central Jail in Sundhara after an arson incident early this morning. According to police officials, 55 prisoners have so far been transferred to Sundhara, with the remaining inmates also being moved in phases. The transfer followed unrest in which inmates reportedly broke the prison gates and set fires inside the facility.

Man’s Body Found In Burnt House Of Prachanda’s Daughter Ganga

A body has been discovered in the burnt house of Ganga Dahal, daughter of CPN (Maoist Centre) Chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda.’ According to SSP Shyam Krishna Adhikari of Lalitpur, the body was recovered from the residence in Dholahiti. He said the body was unrecognizable. “It is a male body, but it cannot be identified in its current state,” SSP Adhikari stated. He further informed that the situation in Lalitpur has remained peaceful after the imposition of curfew.

GenZ Start Clearing Debris From Damaged Areas

GenZ, who demonstrated taking different agenda of change, have vandalized and torched different public properties at various places in the country, including in Kathmandu Valley, on September on Sept 8 and 9. The vandalism and arson attack caused a big damage to public, government and private properties as well as huge losses of lives and properties in course of demonstration.

Four Held For Looting At Bhatbhateni Supermarket

Four people have been arrested on charges of looting the Bhatbhateni Supermarket in Maharajgunj. The arrests were made today between 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m., following the nationwide deployment of the Nepal Army and other security forces in response to the situation emerged with two-day Gen Z demonstrations. In a related incident, suspects involved in suspicious activities in the Dilli Bazaar–Narayanthan area fled upon seeing security personnel. Authorities confiscated Rs 232,500 and USD 2,500, which had been abandoned by the suspects while fleeing, according to the Nepal Army. Supermarket.

Gen Z Protests Have Trail Of Destruction Across Nation

The Gen Z protests on Tuesday inflicted massive destruction on government infrastructure across all seven provinces, with coordinated arson attacks targeting provincial assemblies, chief minister’s offices, courts, police headquarters, and customs offices. The extent of the damage has left state institutions across the country in disarray.

Five Killed In Clash At Banke Juvenile Correctional Home

A clash at the Nawasta Juvenile Correctional Home in Banke has left five people dead and seven others injured. According to Jail Chief Jalandhar Bhusal, the incident occurred when juveniles attempted to force open the gates to escape. Out of 585 inmates in the jail, 149 and 76 from the juvenile home had tried to flee. The situation escalated partly because adult offenders and juveniles were kept in the same facility.

Landslide Buries Two Houses In Taplejung, Two People Missing

Two houses have been buried and two people are missing in a landslide occurred at Chyandanda, Maiwakhola Rural Municipality-6 of Taplejung district this morning. Rural Municipality Chairman Bijaya Prakash Wanem said that one Lhakpa Khangdu Sherpa and the wife of Nima Rinjen Sherpa are missing in the incident. A girl has been safely rescued while another one has sustained general injuries, he said. The injured one is being treated at the local health post. The landslide was triggered by incessant rainfall.

Indian PM Modi Expresses Deep concern Over Violence In Nepal

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed deep concern over the ongoing violence in Nepal, calling the loss of young lives “heart-wrenching.” In a post following a meeting of India’s Cabinet Committee on Security, PM Modi said that the developments in Nepal were discussed in detail. He stressed that Nepal’s stability, peace, and prosperity are of utmost importance.

UN Secretary-General Expresses Deep Concern Over Situation In Nepal

United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has expressed deep sorrow over the recent events in Nepal and the loss of lives and property. He called for restraint, thorough investigation, and constructive dialogue to bring the situation under control and prevent further violence. Guterres urged Nepali authorities to fully uphold human rights and the rule of law. He also stressed that protests must remain peaceful and that respect for life and property is essential.

52 Palestinians Killed In Israeli Airstrikes On Gaza

Medical sources in the Gaza Strip have reported that 52 Palestinians were killed over the past 24 hours as a result of the ongoing Israeli assault on various areas across the Strip. The sources noted that among the victims were nine Palestinians who were killed while waiting to receive humanitarian aid in the southern part of Gaza. The bodies of the victims were transferred to several hospitals in Gaza, while ambulance and civil defense teams continue search and rescue operations to recover those still missing under the rubble of homes and buildings targeted by airstrikes.