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Wife of Ex-Nepali PM Burned Alive, Gen Z Revolt Engulfs Country

The wife of former prime minister of Nepal Jhala Nath Khanal died Tuesday after she was burned alive when her home was set on fire amid violent anti-government protests in the country, regional media reported.

The Nepalese parliament building and the homes of political leaders were torched in the unrest, which has plunged the Himalayan state into a full-blown crisis.



The protests, which are being led by Gen Z, erupted on Monday in response to the government’s ban on major social media platform, combined with a longstanding resentment about political corruption and lack of opportunities for young people.

What To Know

  • The government repealed the ban on Tuesday.
  • Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli and other key officials have stepped down.
  • Demonstrations look ready to continue into a third day.
  • At least 22 have died and hundreds have been hurt in unrest.
  • Tens of thousands have defied curfew as the military calls for calm, negotiations.

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A protester carries a firearm as demonstrators gather outside the Singha Durbar palace complex during a protest to condemn the police’s deadly crackdown on demonstrators in Kathmandu on September 9, 2025, a day after demonstrations…


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Vivid images show chaos of Nepal unrest


Nepali Congress Party office burning



Demonstrators run past flames outside the burning Nepali Congress Party office during a protest to condemn the police’s deadly crackdown on demonstrators in Kathmandu on September 9, 2025, a day after demonstrations over social media…


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Nepal protests injured victim



Demonstrators carry an injured victim during a protest outside the Parliament in Kathmandu on September 8, 2025, held to condemn the government over social media prohibitions and corruption.

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Singha Durbar fire Nepal



Nepalese army soldiers disperse protesters from Singha Durbar, the seat of Nepal’s government’s various ministries and offices, after it was set on fire during a protest against a social media ban and corruption in Kathmandu,…


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Kathmandu Nepal protester



A demonstrator shouts slogans during a protest outside the Parliament in Kathmandu on September 8, 2025, condemning social media prohibitions and corruption by the government.

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Nepal's Parliament building on fire



Smoke billows out after Nepal’s Parliament building was set on fire by agitators amid massive anti-government protests, in Kathmandu, Nepal, Tuesday, September 9, 2025.

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Nepali Army appeals to young protesters to be responsible

In a statement posted to social media, the Nepali Army appealed to young protesters to “act responsibly, remain disciplined” as the disorder spiralled out of control.

The statement, translated into English, said:

“The Nepali Army has always been committed to protecting Nepal’s sovereignty, independence, geographical integrity, freedom, national unity, and the safety of the Nepali people.

“In the current situation as well, the Nepali Army continues to remain steadfast in this responsibility. The Nepali Army has been closely monitoring the recent tragic incidents that have taken place in Nepal.

“In these incidents, precious lives of citizens have been lost, and irreparable damage has been caused.

“The Nepali Army expresses its heartfelt condolences and sympathy to the bereaved families of those who lost their lives while wishing for the speedy recovery of those injured.

“Dedicated to the security and welfare of Nepal and the Nepali people, the Nepali Army reiterates its unwavering commitment to national defense, security, and stability even in such challenging times.

“The institution firmly believes that safeguarding the nation’s sovereignty and unity requires mutual trust, cooperation, and harmony among all.

“Therefore, in this difficult period, the Nepali Army sincerely appeals to the entire youth community and all patriotic citizens of Nepal to act responsibly, remain disciplined, and contribute collectively toward strengthening national unity.”




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