anti-corruption protests

  • Nepal Supreme Court Blocks PM Karki

    Nepal Supreme Court Blocks PM Karki's Ambassador Recall in Major Setback for Interim Government

    Nov 03, 2025 04:19 pm CST

    Nepal's Supreme Court has halted Prime Minister Sushila Karki's attempt to recall 11 ambassadors from major countries including the US and China. This ruling represents a significant challenge to Karki's interim government, which came to power following deadly anti-corruption protests. The court determined the government failed to justify its charges against the ambassadors, who will now continue in their diplomatic posts.

  • After Mass Nepal Jailbreak, Some Prisoners Surrender

    After Mass Nepal Jailbreak, Some Prisoners Surrender

    Sep 18, 2025 01:47 am CST

    Days after escaping alongside 13,500 others in a giant jailbreak during deadly anti-corruption protests in Nepal, Avinash Rai rubbed his belly after a meal -- and strolled back into prison.