Nepal protests: Ex-PM's wife dies after house set on fire; prisoners freed

Protesters torch home of ex-Nepal PM Jhalanath Khanal

Demonstrators torched the residence of former Nepalese Prime Minister Jhalanath Khanal while his wife, Rajyalaxmi Chitrakar, was inside. She suffered serious burn injuries and was immediately taken to Kirtipur Burn Hospital for treatment.

Nepal President Ram Chandra Poudel resigns amid protests

Within hours after KP Sharma Oli stepped down as the Prime Minister of Nepal, the country’s President Ram Chandra Poudel also resigned following massive protests across the country that first started with the government’s decision to ban 36 social media platforms, reported India Today.  But even after the ban was lifted on Monday, the protesters continued their agitation against the alleged corrupt practices of the erstwhile Oli government that eventually led to his resignation.   

Nepali Army, security chiefs urge protesters to restrain

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.

Protestors set Nepal Parliament on fire

Protestors in Nepal have set the country’s Parliament partially on fire. The violent protests have led to the resignation of Nepal’s Prime Minister KP Sharma OIi on Tuesday. The protesters have attacked and set ablaze the houses of several incumbent and former ministers.

MEA advises Indian citizens to defer travel to Nepal

Amid violent protests in Nepal that led to the resignation of Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Tuesday urged Indian citizens to defer their travel to Nepal until the situation in the country becomes stable.

“In view of the developing situation in Nepal, Indian citizens are advised to defer travel there until the situation has stabilised. Indian citizens presently in Nepal are advised to shelter in their current places of residence, avoid going out onto the streets and exercise all due caution,” stated the MEA.

“They are also advised to follow local safety advisories from Nepal authorities as well as the Embassy of India in Kathmandu. In case of any assistance required, please call the Embassy of India, Kathmandu, on the following helpline numbers: +977 – 980 860 2881 ( WhatsApp call also) 2. +977 – 981 032 6134 ( WhatsApp call also ),” it added.

Kathmandu Mayor urges calm after PM Oli's resignation

Following KP Sharma Oli’s resignation amid violent anti-government protests, Kathmandu Metropolitan City Mayor Balendra Shah 'Balen' has urged the protesters to exercise restraint.

"Dear Gen Z, your demand for the resignation of the government has been met. Now it is time to remain restrained," stated the Mayor in a Facebook post.

Warning against any further damage to public property, the Mayor stated, “The loss of the country's wealth is, in reality, a loss to our own property. It is now essential that we all act with restraint."

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Nepal President accepts PM KP Sharma Oli's resignation

Nepal’s President Ram Chandra Paudel has accepted KP Sharma Oli's resignation as Prime Minister, the President’s aid was quoted as saying by Reuters.

“In accordance with Article 76 (2) of the Constitution of Nepal, I was appointed Prime Minister on 31 Ashadh 2081. Considering the extraordinary situation that has arisen in the country at present, and for the purpose of seeking a constitutional political outlet and taking further initiative in resolving the problems, I hereby tender my resignation from the post of Prime Minister with effect from today, pursuant to Article 77 (1)(a) of the Constitution,” stated Oli in his resignation letter.

Nepal student protest death toll reaches 21

With two more deaths on Tuesday, the death toll in the violent student led-agitation has reached 21, reported the BBC. “At least two people have died during Tuesday’s protests. Ninety are currently being treated at the hospital,” said Mohan Regmi, the executive director of Civil Service Hospital as quoted by the BBC. 

Watch: Protesters set ablaze the private residence of KP Sharma Oli

Earlier on Tuesday, protesters set ablaze the private residence of KP Sharma Oli, who has stepped down following violent protests in the country that left 19 dead. Although the protests started with the government's ban on social media platforms, they took a different turn when even after the government lifted the ban, fresg agitation broke out demanding Oli's resignation over the allged corrupt practices of his government.