India extends grief over loss of lives in recent incidents in Nepal
The Ministry of External Affairs of India has expressed sorrow over the loss of many young lives in the recent incidents taking place in Nepal since Monday.
As the Ministry states, it is closely watching the developments in Nepal since yesterday.
In a statement issued today, the Ministry conveyed that its thoughts and prayers are with the families of the deceased, wishing for the speedy recovery of the injured.
As a close friend and neighbor, the Ministry expresses hope that all concerned bodies will exercise restraint and address any issues through peaceful means and dialogue.
India also takes note that authorities have imposed curfew in Kathmandu and several other cities of Nepal, the statement reads.
Similarly, Indian nationals in Nepal have been advised to exercise caution and adhere to the steps and guidelines issued by the Nepali authorities.
RSP lawmakers decide to resign en masse
Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) lawmakers have decided to resign from their posts en masse.
Acting Chairperson of the RSP, Dol Prasad Aryal, shared that the RSP lawmakers would resign en masse as per the Secretariat’s proposal.
A press release issued by the RSP Parliamentary Party Office reads those 20 lawmakers including RSP Parliamentary Party leader, Rabi Lamichhane, would tender their resignation.
There are 21 lawmakers including Deputy-Speaker from RSP in the House of Representatives.
NC President Deuba, Foreign Minister Rana injured
Nepali Congress President Sher Bahadur Deuba and Foreign Minister Arzu Rana Deuba have been injured.
They were injured when protesters set fire to their residence in Budhanilkantha.
PM Oli resigns
Prime Minister KP Sharma resigned from his post on Tuesday.
Prime Minister Oli submitted his resignation after the situation worsened on Tuesday after 19 people died in protests in Gen Z.
Earlier, Prime Minister Oli had called an all-party meeting at 6 pm.
However, protesters are setting fire to the houses of leaders.
Protesters have set fire to Prime Minister Oli's residence in Balkot, residence of Nepali Congress President Sher Bahadur Deuba in Budhanilkantha and the houses of leaders and ministers.
Similarly, protesters have also set police posts on fire and also entered Singhadurbar.
