Nepal has formed a special panel to review the country’s security mechanism following recent developments linked to Gen-Z protest investigations. Authorities say the committee will examine recommendations from a probe report into the demonstrations and assess possible reforms to strengthen coordination among security agencies.


Gen-Z Protests: Nepal Forms Panel to Review Security Mechanism

Former Nepal Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has been arrested over his alleged role in last year’s deadly Gen Z protests, a day after Balendra Shah took oath as the country’s new premier. Oli was detained from his residence in Bhaktapur by the Nepal Police.


Nepal’s Ex-Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli Arrested Over 2025 Gen Z Demonstrations 

Nepal’s former prime minister KP Sharma Oli has been arrested along with ex-home minister Ramesh Lekhak over their alleged role in a deadly crackdown on protesters last year, police confirmed on Saturday. "They were arrested this morning, and the process will move forward according to the law," said Kathmandu Valley police spokesman Om Adhikari. The arrests come just a day after a new government led by <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ex-rapper-balendra-shah-sworn-in-as-nepal-s-prime-minister-1774594944228">Prime Minister Balendra Shah</a> was sworn in, following elections held after the 2025 uprising that forced Oli out of power.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-modi-and-musk-report-reveals-surprise-third-voice-on-key-iran-war-call-what-was-he-doing-there-1774659712400">Trump, Modi...and Musk? Report reveals surprise third voice on key Iran war call—what was he doing there?</a><h2>The crackdown that sparked outrage</h2>The case centres on the protests of September 8 and 9, when a youth-led anti-corruption movement erupted across the country. What began as anger over a brief social media ban quickly escalated into a wider expression of frustration over rising prices, unemployment and governance issues.At least 77 people were killed during the unrest. On the first day alone, at least 19 young protesters died when security forces moved to disperse crowds. By the next day, protests had spread nationwide. Government buildings and parliament offices were set on fire, and the unrest eventually led to the collapse of the Oli administration.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iranian-missiles-hit-prince-sultan-air-base-in-saudi-arabia-10-american-troops-wounded-1774651260852">Iran attacks Prince Sultan air base in Saudi Arabia: 10 American troops wounded</a><h2>‘No one is above the law': Findings of the investigation</h2>Sudan Gurung, the newly appointed home minister and a prominent figure in the protest movement, said the action was part of a broader push for accountability. “No one is above the law,” Gurung said in a social media post. “This is not revenge against anyone, just the beginning of justice.”A government-backed inquiry into the violence recommended prosecuting Oli and several other officials. The report stopped short of confirming that there was a direct order to open fire. But it pointed to what it described as a failure at the top. It said that it was "not established that there was an order to shoot", but said that "no effort was made to stop or control the firing and, due to their negligent conduct, even minors lost their lives".&nbsp;

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Nepal’s former prime minister KP Sharma Oli has been arrested along with ex-home minister Ramesh Lekhak over their alleged role in a deadly crackdown on protesters last year, police confirmed on Saturday. "They were arrested this morning, and the process will move forward according to the law," said Kathmandu Valley police spokesman Om Adhikari. The arrests come just a day after a new government led by Prime Minister Balendra Shah was sworn in, following elections held after the 2025 uprising that forced Oli out of power. Also read | Trump, Modi...and Musk? Report reveals surprise third voice on key Iran war call—what was he doing there? The crackdown that sparked outrage The case centres on the protests of September 8 and 9, when a youth-led anti-corruption movement erupted across the country. What began as anger over a brief social media ban quickly escalated into a wider expression of frustration over rising prices, unemployment and governance issues. At least 77 people were killed during the unrest. On the first day alone, at least 19 young protesters died when security forces moved to disperse crowds. By the next day, protests had spread nationwide. Government buildings and parliament offices were set on fire, and the unrest eventually led to the collapse of the Oli administration. Also read | Iran attacks Prince Sultan air base in Saudi Arabia: 10 American troops wounded ‘No one is above the law': Findings of the investigation Sudan Gurung, the newly appointed home minister and a prominent figure in the protest movement, said the action was part of a broader push for accountability. “No one is above the law,” Gurung said in a social media post. “This is not revenge against anyone, just the beginning of justice.” A government-backed inquiry into the violence recommended prosecuting Oli and several other officials. The report stopped short of confirming that there was a direct order to open fire. But it pointed to what it described as a failure at the top. It said that it was "not established that there was an order to shoot", but said that "no effort was made to stop or control the firing and, due to their negligent conduct, even minors lost their lives".

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KP Sharma Oli arrested: Nepal’s former PM & Home Minister detained over Gen Z protest 'September massacre'

With its deadline looming, Nepal’s Gen Z protest probe has yet to question prime minister KP Oli and home minister  Ramesh Lekhak. The commission now says summons are coming, as families demand accountability for 76 deaths and police defend their actions.

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Peru: On Saturday, September 20, hundreds of demonstrators rallied in the Peruvian capital to protest corruption, organized crime, and recent pension reforms. Tensions escalated as police fired tear gas to disperse the crowd, while protesters retaliated by throwing stones and sticks.


Peru Protests: Gen Z Protesters Clash With Police in Peru's Capital Lima

The Nepali Congress has denounced the assault on party president Sher Bahadur Deuba and Arzu Rana Deuba as "inhumane and brutal," calling for an investigation into the violence and destruction during JNG-led protests. Vice President Purna Bahadur Khadka also declared the dissolution of Parliament unconstitutional.

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While the protests reflected genuine frustrations over unemployment, corruption and political instability, a bizarre trend emerged amid the flames. Videos surfaced of young demonstrators using the protests as a backdrop for social media ‘reels.’

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