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Medical Entrepreneur Durga Prasai Remanded to Four-Day Police Custody

Medical entrepreneur Durga Prasai has been remanded to four days in police custody for further investigation. The Kathmandu District Administration Office granted permission to keep him in custody for four days. Prasai was arrested late Monday night from his residence. He had recently announced that he would begin a nationwide protest from the second week of Mangsir and had been actively preparing for it. He faces charges of disturbing peace and security. A police team arrived at his house around midnight to take him into custody. Supporters of the “Dharma-Sanskriti and Citizen Protection Campaign” staged demonstrations protesting his arrest.

Gold Price Drops Sharply in Nepali Market on Mangsir 2

The price of gold in the Nepali market saw a significant drop today, Mangsir 2. Compared to Monday, the price of gold decreased by Rs 3,800 per tola on Tuesday. According to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association, gold, which was traded at Rs 243,300 per tola yesterday, is being traded today at Rs 239,500 per tola. Similarly, the price of silver has also decreased. Silver fell by Rs 65 per tola, and is being traded at Rs 3,090 per tola, as per the federation.

Bangladesh Special Court Sentences Ousted Former PM Sheikh Hasina to Death for ‘Crimes Against Humanity’

A special court in Bangladesh has sentenced ousted former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to death, ruling that she committed “crimes against humanity” during the student uprising of July–August 2024. According to local media reports, the International Crimes Tribunal-1 (ICT-1) delivered the historic verdict on Monday afternoon, finding Hasina and three top political and security officials guilty. As reported by the Dhaka Tribune, the tribunal found Hasina guilty on all five charges of crimes against humanity, concluding that her orders, incitement, and failure to control the situation fueled nationwide violence. The court ruled that Hasina, former police chief Chowdhury Abdullah Al-Mamun,…

Dissolved House’s CPN-UML Parliamentary Party Meeting Scheduled for Today

The parliamentary party of CPN-UML from the dissolved House of Representatives is holding a meeting today. The meeting is set to take place at 1 PM at the party’s central office in Chyasal. Former Chief Whip Mahesh Bartola stated that the meeting will discuss the current unusual and complex political situation in the country, as well as the role the party must play to seek democratic and constitutional solutions. Following the Gen-Z protests on Bhadra 23 and 24, the KP Oli–led government collapsed, after which Sushila Karki was appointed as the interim head of government and subsequently dissolved the parliament.…

One Killed After Car Plunges Into River in Bhumi, Nawalparasi

One person has died in a car accident in Bhumi, Nawalparasi. The accident occurred when a car (Bagmati Province 23 Cha 5075), traveling east from Butwal, veered off a bridge at Badera, Bhumi, and fell into a river. Maniram Poudel of Dhatiwang, Arghakhanchi, who was critically injured in the crash, died while undergoing treatment. According to the Area Police Office, Sunwal (Nawalparasi), the accident took place around 1 PM on Monday. The seriously injured Maniram was rescued and rushed to Prithvi Chandra Hospital, Parasi, for treatment. The car’s driver, Harishchandra Poudel, sustained minor injuries. The deceased, Maniram, was Harishchandra’s father.…

Seven Political Parties Continue Sit-In Protest in Madhes Province

Seven political parties in Madhes Province continued their sit-in protest today. They have been staging the demonstration in front of the Madhes Building, demanding the dismissal of the Chief Minister, and have continued their protest programs without interruption. The seven-party alliance includes: Nepali Congress JSP Nepal Janamat Party CPN (Maoist Centre) Loktantrik Samajwadi Party (LSP) Nepal CPN (Unified Socialist) Nagarik Unmukti Party

Controversial Medical Entrepreneur and Monarchist Activist Durga Prasai Arrested; Citizens’ Rescue Front Announces Immediate Protests

Controversial medical entrepreneur and pro-monarchy activist Durga Prasai has been arrested. In response, the Citizens’ Rescue Front, an organization under his patronage, has announced that it will begin street protests starting today. Just on Monday, Prasai had held a press conference stating that they were preparing to “shut down the entire country” on Mangsir 7 through a nationwide movement. Police arrested him from his residence in Thimi, Bhaktapur, accusing him of attempting to disrupt peace and security. Prasai has now been taken to the Kathmandu District Police Office in Bhadra Kali. He and his supporters had earlier announced a movement…

Nepal Premier League Season 2 Continues Today with Two Exciting Matches

The second edition of the Nepal Premier League (NPL) moves forward today with two thrilling encounters at the TU International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur. In the first match, starting at 11:45 AM, Kushal Malla–led Chitwan Rhinos will take on Sompal Kami’s Karnali Yaks. Both teams aim to begin their campaign with a victory. The second match, scheduled for 4 PM, will feature a showdown between Biratnagar Kings and Pokhara Avengers. The Kings will be captained by young star Sandeep Lamichhane, while Kushal Bhurtel leads the Avengers. This match is also expected to be highly competitive. In Monday’s opening game, defending…

Former Nepal Trust Secretary Arjun Kumar Karki Remanded for Four Days in Land Lease Fraud Case

The Kathmandu District Court has granted police permission to keep Arjun Kumar Karki, former secretary of the Nepal Trust, in custody for four days for investigation. Karki is one of the key accused in a land lease agreement at Durbar Marg that allegedly caused billions in losses to the state. The Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) of Nepal Police detained Karki on Sunday evening to investigate charges related to fraud and criminal breach of trust. According to CIB spokesperson Shiva Kumar Shrestha, the court approved a four-day extension of custody to continue the inquiry. Investigations have revealed that the Trust’s land…

Medical College Entrepreneur Durga Prasai Arrested in Bhaktapur

Medical college businessman Durga Prasai has been arrested. A joint team from the Kathmandu District Police Range and the Kathmandu Valley Crime Investigation Office took him into custody late Monday night. Police confirmed that Prasai was arrested from his residence in Bhaktapur. He has been accused of attempting to disturb peace and security. Just on Monday, Prasai held a press conference in Kathmandu, declaring that his protest movement would continue and announcing plans to shut down activities from Mechi to Mahakali. However, the interim government took him into custody to prevent possible violence and insecurity that could escalate due to…