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Amid violent protests triggered due to the social media ban, Nepal’s Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli stepped down on Tuesday (Sep 9). As unrest broke out, police and protesters clashed on the streets, with police using violent force on people. Security forces even used tear gas and rubber bullets to stop the crowd as they entered the Parliament area. Police also opened fire on protesters, leaving 19 dead and over 250 injured. Though the Nepalese government restored social media platforms late on Monday, the protest continued, ultimately leading to PM Oli's resignation, who came to power in July 2024.&nbsp;<h2>Who is KP Sharma Oli ?</h2>KP Sharma Oli is a senior communist leader in Nepal, and was born in 1952 in eastern Nepal. Oli dropped out of school and entered politics at a very young age. At 22, he was jailed for 14 years in connection with the murder of a farmer, Dharma Prasad Dhakal. Influenced by Marxist and Leninist ideas, Oli joined the Communist Party in 1970 and got deeply involved in leftist movements. In 1971, he played a key role in the Jhapa rebellion, a turning point in Nepal’s communist struggle. Oli rose to prominence when his party, the Communist Party of Nepal, allied with the Unified Marxist Leninist (UML), in 2018. Together, they won a two-thirds majority and later merged to form the Nepal Communist Party, with Oli and Prachanda sharing leadership. He twice served as Prime Minister of Nepal, first in 2015-2016 and later from 2018-2021, before the Supreme Court removed him from office.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Check - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/pm-oli-s-residence-set-on-fire-nepal-protests-intensify-again-1757413251080">PM Oli's residence set on fire | Nepal protests intensify again</a>&nbsp;After the 2022 elections, Oli’s party (CPN-UML) finished second, behind the Nepali Congress, while the Maoist Centre was third. Although the Nepali Congress held the majority, Prachanda formed an unexpected alliance with Oli’s CPN-UML and formed the new Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP). With their backing, Prachanda became Prime Minister, and Oli shifted into the role of kingmaker.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/nepal-pm-kp-sharma-oli-resigns-amid-violent-protests-1757413222539">Nepal PM KP Sharma Oli resigns amid violent protests</a>&nbsp;As he resigned from the post, he said that he was doing so for the betterment of the nation. Oli appealed to protesters to maintain peace and exercise restraint. He had also announced an all-party meeting at 6 pm to address the crisis. "Any form of violence is not in the national interest. We must adopt peaceful dialogue and discussion," Oli said in his statement.

Though, the Nepalese government restored social media platforms, late on Monday but the protest continues ultimately leading to PM Oli's resignation, who came to power in July, 2024. 

Amid violent protests triggered due to the social media ban, Nepal’s Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli stepped down on Tuesday (Sep 9). As unrest broke out, police and protesters clashed on the streets, with police using violent force on people. Security forces even used tear gas and rubber bullets to stop the crowd as they entered the Parliament area. Police also opened fire on protesters, leaving 19 dead and over 250 injured. Though the Nepalese government restored social media platforms late on Monday, the protest continued, ultimately leading to PM Oli's resignation, who came to power in July 2024. Who is KP Sharma Oli ? KP Sharma Oli is a senior communist leader in Nepal, and was born in 1952 in eastern Nepal. Oli dropped out of school and entered politics at a very young age. At 22, he was jailed for 14 years in connection with the murder of a farmer, Dharma Prasad Dhakal. Influenced by Marxist and Leninist ideas, Oli joined the Communist Party in 1970 and got deeply involved in leftist movements. In 1971, he played a key role in the Jhapa rebellion, a turning point in Nepal’s communist struggle. Oli rose to prominence when his party, the Communist Party of Nepal, allied with the Unified Marxist Leninist (UML), in 2018. Together, they won a two-thirds majority and later merged to form the Nepal Communist Party, with Oli and Prachanda sharing leadership. He twice served as Prime Minister of Nepal, first in 2015-2016 and later from 2018-2021, before the Supreme Court removed him from office. Also Check - PM Oli's residence set on fire | Nepal protests intensify again After the 2022 elections, Oli’s party (CPN-UML) finished second, behind the Nepali Congress, while the Maoist Centre was third. Although the Nepali Congress held the majority, Prachanda formed an unexpected alliance with Oli’s CPN-UML and formed the new Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP). With their backing, Prachanda became Prime Minister, and Oli shifted into the role of kingmaker. Also Read - Nepal PM KP Sharma Oli resigns amid violent protests As he resigned from the post, he said that he was doing so for the betterment of the nation. Oli appealed to protesters to maintain peace and exercise restraint. He had also announced an all-party meeting at 6 pm to address the crisis. "Any form of violence is not in the national interest. We must adopt peaceful dialogue and discussion," Oli said in his statement.

Though, the Nepalese government restored social media platforms, late on Monday but the protest continues ultimately leading to PM Oli's resignation, who came to power in July, 2024.&nbsp;

Jailed for murder, famous for nationalist rhetoric: Who is KP Sharma Oli, who resigned as Nepal PM?

Hours after Nepal PM KP Oli resigned from his post, a video of a chopper reportedly carrying him out of the country amid violent protests was circulated on social media. Oli has reportedly fled to Dubai after being provided a safe passage by the Nepal army chief. Nepal President Ram Chandra Paudel and Nepal Army chief General Ashok Raj Sigdel are in talks to decide the next steps for forming a new government. While the protesters set the Parliament and PM Oli's house on fire, some reports also claimed that many ministers, including Finance Minister Bishnu Prasad Paudel were chased by angry protesters on the streets.&nbsp;&nbsp;Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/nepal-bans-facebook-x-youtube-in-massive-social-media-crackdown-what-prompted-the-move-and-what-is-allowed-1757008255733">Chaos, clashes and deaths: How social media ban led to deadly protest in Nepal, and WHY that was not the ONLY reason</a>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Nepal PM Flees in Chopper, Likely Heading to Dubai Amid Gen-Z Protests <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/nepalprotest?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#nepalprotest</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/protest?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#protest</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/genz?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#genz</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/genzprotest?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#genzprotest</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/kathmandu?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#kathmandu</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/KathmanduProtest?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#KathmanduProtest</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SocialMediaBan?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SocialMediaBan</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/nepalnewsupdate?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#nepalnewsupdate</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/nepalnewstoday?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#nepalnewstoday</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/nepalnews?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#nepalnews</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NepalBreakingNews?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NepalBreakingNews</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/nepalupdate?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#nepalupdate</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/nepal?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#nepal</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NepalGenZProtest?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NepalGenZProtest</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/KPSharmaOli?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#KPSharmaOli</a> <a href="https://t.co/eKZ3ucZ448">pic.twitter.com/eKZ3ucZ448</a>&mdash; Northeast Live (@NELiveTV) <a href="https://twitter.com/NELiveTV/status/1965354152047116668?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 9, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Read More |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/when-gen-z-protests-heads-roll-from-nepal-to-indonesia-and-beyond-tiktok-generation-leads-change-in-politics-dominated-by-the-old-and-senile-1757401084536">When Gen Z protests, heads roll: From Nepal to Indonesia and beyond, TikTok generation leads change in politics dominated by the old and senile</a><h2>How the protest started?</h2>The government’s decision on September 4 to block 26 social media platforms, including Facebook, WhatsApp, Instagram, X, and YouTube acted as a catalyst to trigger widespread protests led by Gen Z, already frustrated by corruption and lack of accountability and action by the government. With the Nepalese government trying to curb the protests using brutal force, the scenario turned ugly and as many as 19 people died in just one day. The protesters refused to bow down to power and soon stormed the Parliament building. Even though the social media ban was revoked late on Monday, protests continued, demanding larger accountability.&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/nepal-protests-nepal-pm-kp-sharma-oli-resigns-19-killed-over-400-injured-1757412352209/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/nepal-protests-nepal-pm-kp-sharma-oli-resigns-19-killed-over-400-injured-1757412352209/embed</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;In addition to the social media ban, the protests were also a result of corruption scandals involving top political figures, such as a 2017 Airbus procurement deal that caused financial losses and resulted in convictions after a probe by the Commission for the Investigation of Abuse of Authority (CIAA). Protest accounts also underscored worries about the lack of job opportunities, and a growing sense of inequality.&nbsp;Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nepal-protests-information-minister-house-fire-1757398175566">Nepal Protests: Protestors set ablaze Information Minister's house</a>

Nepal is on the boil and its Prime Minister KP Oli has resigned. Now, a video has surfaced in which he is seen fleeing the country in a chopper. This gives a major deja vu moment as Oli becomes another PM in India's neighbourhood to flee after Bangladesh's Sheikh Hasina last year. 

Hours after Nepal PM KP Oli resigned from his post, a video of a chopper reportedly carrying him out of the country amid violent protests was circulated on social media. Oli has reportedly fled to Dubai after being provided a safe passage by the Nepal army chief. Nepal President Ram Chandra Paudel and Nepal Army chief General Ashok Raj Sigdel are in talks to decide the next steps for forming a new government. While the protesters set the Parliament and PM Oli's house on fire, some reports also claimed that many ministers, including Finance Minister Bishnu Prasad Paudel were chased by angry protesters on the streets. Read More | Chaos, clashes and deaths: How social media ban led to deadly protest in Nepal, and WHY that was not the ONLY reason

Nepal is on the boil and its Prime Minister KP Oli has resigned. Now, a video has surfaced in which he is seen fleeing the country in a chopper. This gives a major deja vu moment as Oli becomes another PM in India's neighbourhood to flee after Bangladesh's Sheikh Hasina last year.&nbsp;

Nepal PM KP Oli flees in chopper amid violent protests; President Paudel, Army chief to take next steps to form new govt: Reports

Nepal is under boil amid the massive Gen Z protest over social media ban by the government - and corruption in the country. Since the protest began, Nepalese Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak and Prime Minister KP Oli have resigned. The social media platforms that the government has banned were also revoked late at night on Monday (September 8). Amid all this chaos, one name has emerged prominently, and that is Sudan Gurung. The 36-year-old is an activist and the president of Hami Nepal - an NGO that organised the entire protest. On social media, Gurung's NGO has posted a pool of content on how to organise a protest and other tips and tricks, some of them primarily targeted at students.<h2>Who is Sudan Gurung, the face of Nepal’s Gen Z protest?</h2>Gurung introduces himself as an activist and philanthropist working for over a decade to provide help in disasters. His NGO used social media was the platform that circulated protest routes and safety instructions on September 8.&nbsp;As per Nepalese media, Gurung lost his child during an earthquake - an incident that changed his life. After this, he became an organiser supporting people during relief efforts at the time of disasters.<h2>What is his role in NGOs and activism?</h2>Gurung's NGO has the motive of "For the people, by the people," and he has said earlier, “It’s time the new generation steps up and challenges the old ways of running the country. You can do anything as long as you have the willpower."<h2>Kathmandu airport shut amid unrest</h2>Several Indian flights bound for Nepal’s capital were disrupted on Tuesday (September 09) after violent protests forced the partial closure of Kathmandu’s Tribhuvan International Airport. Officials said arrivals from the southern side were stopped because smoke from fires lit by demonstrators reduced visibility around the airport.&nbsp;“Arrivals of planes from the southern side were halted due to poor visibility caused by smoke,” aviation authority official Gyanendra Bhul told Reuters. According to flight tracking data from Flightradar24, multiple Indian aircraft circled above Nepal as the shutdown unfolded. &nbsp;

Amid the unrest in Nepal over social media ban and corruption allegations, one name has emerged, and that is Sudan Gurung. He is the owner of Hami Nepal, the NGO that organised the entire protest.

Nepal is under boil amid the massive Gen Z protest over social media ban by the government - and corruption in the country. Since the protest began, Nepalese Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak and Prime Minister KP Oli have resigned. The social media platforms that the government has banned were also revoked late at night on Monday (September 8). Amid all this chaos, one name has emerged prominently, and that is Sudan Gurung. The 36-year-old is an activist and the president of Hami Nepal - an NGO that organised the entire protest. On social media, Gurung's NGO has posted a pool of content on how to organise a protest and other tips and tricks, some of them primarily targeted at students. Who is Sudan Gurung, the face of Nepal’s Gen Z protest? Gurung introduces himself as an activist and philanthropist working for over a decade to provide help in disasters. His NGO used social media was the platform that circulated protest routes and safety instructions on September 8. As per Nepalese media, Gurung lost his child during an earthquake - an incident that changed his life. After this, he became an organiser supporting people during relief efforts at the time of disasters. What is his role in NGOs and activism? Gurung's NGO has the motive of "For the people, by the people," and he has said earlier, “It’s time the new generation steps up and challenges the old ways of running the country. You can do anything as long as you have the willpower." Kathmandu airport shut amid unrest Several Indian flights bound for Nepal’s capital were disrupted on Tuesday (September 09) after violent protests forced the partial closure of Kathmandu’s Tribhuvan International Airport. Officials said arrivals from the southern side were stopped because smoke from fires lit by demonstrators reduced visibility around the airport. “Arrivals of planes from the southern side were halted due to poor visibility caused by smoke,” aviation authority official Gyanendra Bhul told Reuters. According to flight tracking data from Flightradar24, multiple Indian aircraft circled above Nepal as the shutdown unfolded.

Amid the unrest in Nepal over social media ban and corruption allegations, one name has emerged, and that is Sudan Gurung. He is the owner of Hami Nepal, the NGO that organised the entire protest.

Owner of an NGO or more than that? Who is Sudan Gurung, face of Nepal protest?

Pakistan has created an oppressive surveillance apparatus enabled by Chinese and other foreign technologies, allowing the government to monitor, censor, and intercept the communications of its citizens, Amnesty International said in a report on Tuesday (Sep 9). The entire apparatus, according to the human rights body, is operating without legal oversight or transparency, resulting in grave violations of privacy and freedom for millions of Pakistanis. The technologies enable “constant snooping” on citizens’ communications, severely restricting freedom of expression and access to information.<h2>Pakistan citizens spied on: Profiteering out of citizen snooping</h2>Pakistan’s Web Monitoring System and Lawful Intercept Management System "operate like watchtowers, constantly snooping on the lives of ordinary citizens…", said Amnesty’s Secretary General Agnès Callamard.“This dystopian reality is extremely dangerous because it operates in the shadow… This is nothing short of a vast and profitable economy of oppression,” said Callamard, adding that Pakistani people are paying the highest price.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/pakistan-creates-new-missile-unit-after-india-standoff-nation-readies-for-future-war-1755173658998/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/pakistan-creates-new-missile-unit-after-india-standoff-nation-readies-for-future-war-1755173658998/embed</a><h2>Pakistan mass surveillance: What Amnesty International investigation found&nbsp;</h2>After a year-long investigation in collaboration with multiple media and human rights organisations, Amnesty revealed the unlawful expansion of mass surveillance and censorship in Pakistan. Besides China, the technology comes from companies based in Germany, France, the United Arab Emirates, Canada, and the United States.<h2>Key surveillance systems used by Pakistan to monitor its citizens</h2>The key surveillance systems include the Web Monitoring System (WMS 2.0), a national firewall that enables censorship and internet blocking. There is also the Lawful Intercept Management System (LIMS), which allows Pakistan’s military and intelligence agency, the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), to intercept phone calls, texts, and internet data.<h2>Who is giving Pakistan the tech to surveil its own people?</h2>The original WMS (referred to as WMS 1.0) used technology from Canadian company Sandvine, now known as AppLogic Networks, which had supplied equipment since 2017 to Pakistani firms such as Inbox Technologies.In 2023, WMS 1.0 was replaced by WMS 2.0, which uses advanced technology from China’s Geedge Networks, combined with hardware and software from US-based Niagara Networks and France’s Thales. Amnesty describes Geedge Networks’ technology as a commercialised version of China’s “Great Firewall”, the extensive censorship system now exported globally.The LIMS system, meanwhile, uses technology from the German company Utimaco, distributed in Pakistan via UAE-based Datafusion.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-plans-high-tech-radars-to-counter-pakistan-s-drone-tactics-post-operation-sindoor-claims-report-1757309051084">India plans high-tech radars to counter Pakistan’s drone tactics post Operation Sindoor, claims report</a><h2>How the web surveillance system is deployed in Pakistan</h2>WMS 2.0 system, according to Amnesty, is capable of blocking internet access and specific content with virtually no transparency. It can block VPNs and censor content considered “unlawful” by Pakistani authorities.The Pakistan Telecommunications Authority (PTA) has mandated that all telecom operators must implement LIMS. This allows the military and ISI to access the private communications and data of millions of citizens.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/explained-what-are-iranian-sleeper-cells-and-why-is-the-fbi-on-high-alert-1750577232516">Explained: What are Iranian sleeper cells—and why is the FBI on high alert?</a><h2>What Pakistani authorities can see or hear through snooping on their citizens</h2>According to the Amnesty report, more than four million people can be subjected to indiscriminate surveillance at any time through LIMS.Authorities can view phone locations, calls, texts, and — in the case of HTTP traffic — full website content. For HTTPS traffic, they can access metadata such as which website was visited, but not the encrypted content.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/chinese-tech-firms-keep-employees-under-extreme-surveillance-391341/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/chinese-tech-firms-keep-employees-under-extreme-surveillance-391341/embed</a><h2>No safeguards in Pakistan against mass surveillance</h2>Pakistanis are being subjected to this surveillance within a legal vacuum. Laws such as the Fair Trial Act, which require warrants for surveillance, are often ignored.A journalist interviewed by Amnesty revealed he was under surveillance after exposing government corruption: “Everything is monitored, be it email or calls. After the story, anyone I would speak to, even on WhatsApp, would come under scrutiny.” He added: “I go months without speaking to my family for fear they will be targeted.”Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-plans-all-seeing-surveillance-camera-network-on-moon-to-secure-lunar-base-696804">China plans ‘all-seeing’ surveillance camera network on moon to secure its lunar base</a><h2>Pakistanis are funding their own surveillance</h2>A startling finding in the report is that these surveillance systems are funded with public money.Amnesty’s technologist Jurre van Bergen stated that both LIMS and WMS 2.0 are funded by taxpayer money, enabled by foreign technology, and used to silence dissent.Calling LIMS “a tool of unlawful and indiscriminate surveillance in practice”, van Bergen said, “The surveillance is causing severe human rights harms against the Pakistani people.” &nbsp;

Amnesty International investigation has revealed the extent of Pakistan’s mass surveillance system, which uses Chinese and other foreign tech to monitor, censor, and intercept citizens’ communications without oversight. And the odd thing is, Pakistanis are paying for it



Pakistan has created an oppressive surveillance apparatus enabled by Chinese and other foreign technologies, allowing the government to monitor, censor, and intercept the communications of its citizens, Amnesty International said in a report on Tuesday (Sep 9). The entire apparatus, according to the human rights body, is operating without legal oversight or transparency, resulting in grave violations of privacy and freedom for millions of Pakistanis. The technologies enable “constant snooping” on citizens’ communications, severely restricting freedom of expression and access to information. Pakistan citizens spied on: Profiteering out of citizen snooping Pakistan’s Web Monitoring System and Lawful Intercept Management System "operate like watchtowers, constantly snooping on the lives of ordinary citizens…", said Amnesty’s Secretary General Agnès Callamard. “This dystopian reality is extremely dangerous because it operates in the shadow… This is nothing short of a vast and profitable economy of oppression,” said Callamard, adding that Pakistani people are paying the highest price. https://www.wionews.com/videos/pakistan-creates-new-missile-unit-after-india-standoff-nation-readies-for-future-war-1755173658998/embed Pakistan mass surveillance: What Amnesty International investigation found After a year-long investigation in collaboration with multiple media and human rights organisations, Amnesty revealed the unlawful expansion of mass surveillance and censorship in Pakistan. Besides China, the technology comes from companies based in Germany, France, the United Arab Emirates, Canada, and the United States. Key surveillance systems used by Pakistan to monitor its citizens The key surveillance systems include the Web Monitoring System (WMS 2.0), a national firewall that enables censorship and internet blocking. There is also the Lawful Intercept Management System (LIMS), which allows Pakistan’s military and intelligence agency, the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), to intercept phone calls, texts, and internet data. Who is giving Pakistan the tech to surveil its own people? The original WMS (referred to as WMS 1.0) used technology from Canadian company Sandvine, now known as AppLogic Networks, which had supplied equipment since 2017 to Pakistani firms such as Inbox Technologies. In 2023, WMS 1.0 was replaced by WMS 2.0, which uses advanced technology from China’s Geedge Networks, combined with hardware and software from US-based Niagara Networks and France’s Thales. Amnesty describes Geedge Networks’ technology as a commercialised version of China’s “Great Firewall”, the extensive censorship system now exported globally. The LIMS system, meanwhile, uses technology from the German company Utimaco, distributed in Pakistan via UAE-based Datafusion. Also read: India plans high-tech radars to counter Pakistan’s drone tactics post Operation Sindoor, claims report How the web surveillance system is deployed in Pakistan WMS 2.0 system, according to Amnesty, is capable of blocking internet access and specific content with virtually no transparency. It can block VPNs and censor content considered “unlawful” by Pakistani authorities. The Pakistan Telecommunications Authority (PTA) has mandated that all telecom operators must implement LIMS. This allows the military and ISI to access the private communications and data of millions of citizens. Also read: Explained: What are Iranian sleeper cells—and why is the FBI on high alert? What Pakistani authorities can see or hear through snooping on their citizens According to the Amnesty report, more than four million people can be subjected to indiscriminate surveillance at any time through LIMS. Authorities can view phone locations, calls, texts, and — in the case of HTTP traffic — full website content. For HTTPS traffic, they can access metadata such as which website was visited, but not the encrypted content. https://www.wionews.com/videos/chinese-tech-firms-keep-employees-under-extreme-surveillance-391341/embed No safeguards in Pakistan against mass surveillance Pakistanis are being subjected to this surveillance within a legal vacuum. Laws such as the Fair Trial Act, which require warrants for surveillance, are often ignored. A journalist interviewed by Amnesty revealed he was under surveillance after exposing government corruption: “Everything is monitored, be it email or calls. After the story, anyone I would speak to, even on WhatsApp, would come under scrutiny.” He added: “I go months without speaking to my family for fear they will be targeted.” Also read: China plans ‘all-seeing’ surveillance camera network on moon to secure its lunar base Pakistanis are funding their own surveillance A startling finding in the report is that these surveillance systems are funded with public money. Amnesty’s technologist Jurre van Bergen stated that both LIMS and WMS 2.0 are funded by taxpayer money, enabled by foreign technology, and used to silence dissent. Calling LIMS “a tool of unlawful and indiscriminate surveillance in practice”, van Bergen said, “The surveillance is causing severe human rights harms against the Pakistani people.”

Amnesty International investigation has revealed the extent of Pakistan’s mass surveillance system, which uses Chinese and other foreign tech to monitor, censor, and intercept citizens’ communications without oversight. And the odd thing is, Pakistanis are paying for it&nbsp;

PAKISTAN SPYING on its own citizens using Chinese technology, claims Amnesty International investigation report

Several Indian flights bound for Nepal’s capital were disrupted on Tuesday (September 09) after violent protests forced the partial closure of Kathmandu’s Tribhuvan International Airport. Officials said arrivals from the southern side were stopped because smoke from fires lit by demonstrators reduced visibility around the airport. “Arrivals of planes from the southern side were halted due to poor visibility caused by smoke,” aviation authority official Gyanendra Bhul told Reuters. According to flight tracking data from Flightradar24, multiple Indian aircraft circled above Nepal as the shutdown unfolded.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/nepal-protests-protesters-set-fire-to-pm-oli-s-residence-in-balkot-1757403870184">Nepal protests: Protesters set fire to PM Oli's residence in Balkot</a>Two IndiGo flights, 6E1153 from Delhi and 6E1157 from Mumbai, were unable to land and were diverted to Lucknow. Air India also cancelled three services on the Delhi–Kathmandu–Delhi route, with the airline saying it was “closely monitoring the situation” before issuing further updates.<h2>Protests over social media ban turn deadly</h2>The unrest in Nepal began after the government imposed a ban on popular social media platforms including Instagram, WhatsApp, YouTube and X. On Monday, tens of thousands of mostly young protesters clashed with police in Kathmandu. At least 19 people were killed in what has been described as one of the deadliest civilian crackdowns in recent years.The demonstrations, led by Gen Z activists, quickly grew beyond opposition to the social media ban and turned into an outcry against alleged corruption in the government.<h2>Attack on leaders’ homes and curfew imposed</h2>Videos on social media showed protesters torching the homes of senior politicians, including Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli. Oli resigned on Tuesday as violence spread through the capital. A curfew was imposed in Kathmandu and other major cities, while schools were ordered to shut. Protesters also tried to storm Parliament a day after the killings, leading to fresh clashes with security forces.<h2>India urges restraint as situation worsens</h2>India expressed concern over the spiralling crisis. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said it was “deeply saddened by the loss of many young lives” and called for calm. “Our thoughts and prayers are with families of deceased. We also wish speedy recovery for those who were injured,” the MEA statement read.“As a close friend and neighbour, we hope that all concerned will exercise restraint and address any issues through peaceful means and dialogue,” it added. The Indian government also advised its citizens in Nepal to remain cautious, follow local guidelines and avoid trouble-hit areas.

Flights from India to Kathmandu were disrupted after protests caused smoke and poor visibility, partially closing the airport. Several flights were diverted or cancelled as authorities monitored the ongoing situation.

Several Indian flights bound for Nepal’s capital were disrupted on Tuesday (September 09) after violent protests forced the partial closure of Kathmandu’s Tribhuvan International Airport. Officials said arrivals from the southern side were stopped because smoke from fires lit by demonstrators reduced visibility around the airport. “Arrivals of planes from the southern side were halted due to poor visibility caused by smoke,” aviation authority official Gyanendra Bhul told Reuters. According to flight tracking data from Flightradar24, multiple Indian aircraft circled above Nepal as the shutdown unfolded. Also read: Nepal protests: Protesters set fire to PM Oli's residence in Balkot Two IndiGo flights, 6E1153 from Delhi and 6E1157 from Mumbai, were unable to land and were diverted to Lucknow. Air India also cancelled three services on the Delhi–Kathmandu–Delhi route, with the airline saying it was “closely monitoring the situation” before issuing further updates. Protests over social media ban turn deadly The unrest in Nepal began after the government imposed a ban on popular social media platforms including Instagram, WhatsApp, YouTube and X. On Monday, tens of thousands of mostly young protesters clashed with police in Kathmandu. At least 19 people were killed in what has been described as one of the deadliest civilian crackdowns in recent years. The demonstrations, led by Gen Z activists, quickly grew beyond opposition to the social media ban and turned into an outcry against alleged corruption in the government. Attack on leaders’ homes and curfew imposed Videos on social media showed protesters torching the homes of senior politicians, including Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli. Oli resigned on Tuesday as violence spread through the capital. A curfew was imposed in Kathmandu and other major cities, while schools were ordered to shut. Protesters also tried to storm Parliament a day after the killings, leading to fresh clashes with security forces. India urges restraint as situation worsens India expressed concern over the spiralling crisis. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said it was “deeply saddened by the loss of many young lives” and called for calm. “Our thoughts and prayers are with families of deceased. We also wish speedy recovery for those who were injured,” the MEA statement read. “As a close friend and neighbour, we hope that all concerned will exercise restraint and address any issues through peaceful means and dialogue,” it added. The Indian government also advised its citizens in Nepal to remain cautious, follow local guidelines and avoid trouble-hit areas.

Flights from India to Kathmandu were disrupted after protests caused smoke and poor visibility, partially closing the airport. Several flights were diverted or cancelled as authorities monitored the ongoing situation.

Nepal protests: Kathmandu airport shut amid unrest; flights from Delhi, Mumbai halted - Here's what the Indian government said in its advisory

Israel has instructed the entire population of Gaza City — home to around one million people — to leave immediately as it prepares for a large-scale ground offensive aimed at seizing control of the territory’s biggest urban center. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) issued the order on Tuesday (September 9), warning residents that heavy military action would soon engulf the city. “From the Old City and Tuffah in the east to the shoreline in the west, the IDF will strike Hamas with overwhelming force in Gaza City,” said Avichay Adraee, the army’s Arabic-language spokesperson.&nbsp;&nbsp;He urged civilians to evacuate through the Rashid coastal road toward Al-Mawasi, which Israel has designated as a “humanitarian zone.” The directive was reinforced by air-dropped leaflets that included maps instructing people to move westward toward the sea before heading south. Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had already cautioned Palestinians a day earlier, declaring, “This is only the beginning of the intensified ground maneuver in Gaza City.” Hours later, Israeli forces escalated aerial bombardments, hitting several high-rise residential towers.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nepal-protests-prime-minister-kp-sharma-oli-steps-down-as-fresh-wave-of-protests-erupt-1757407955361">Nepal protests: Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli steps down as fresh wave of protests erupt</a>&nbsp;According to Israeli officials, the military already holds about 40% of Gaza City, but the campaign is being stepped up to secure full control, which Israel claims is essential to dismantle Hamas. Despite the evacuation orders, only about 70,000 residents—less than 10% of the city’s population—have fled so far. Humanitarian preparations remain far behind the pace of displacement. Israel says just 3,000 tents have entered Gaza to date, far short of its target of 100,000 within three weeks. “We want to flood Gaza with tents,” a senior Israeli official told reporters.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/army-evacuates-ministers-from-bhaisepati-amid-escalating-nepal-protests-1757409661640">Army evacuates ministers from Bhaisepati amid escalating Nepal protests</a>&nbsp;Meanwhile, Washington and Tel Aviv plan to expand aid distribution centers managed by the contentious Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) from four to 16. But as of now, it is unclear whether the additional sites are operational.

'This is only the beginning': Netanyahu issues warning as Israel orders mass evacuation of Gaza city ahead of full military push

Israel has instructed the entire population of Gaza City — home to around one million people — to leave immediately as it prepares for a large-scale ground offensive aimed at seizing control of the territory’s biggest urban center. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) issued the order on Tuesday (September 9), warning residents that heavy military action would soon engulf the city. “From the Old City and Tuffah in the east to the shoreline in the west, the IDF will strike Hamas with overwhelming force in Gaza City,” said Avichay Adraee, the army’s Arabic-language spokesperson. He urged civilians to evacuate through the Rashid coastal road toward Al-Mawasi, which Israel has designated as a “humanitarian zone.” The directive was reinforced by air-dropped leaflets that included maps instructing people to move westward toward the sea before heading south. Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had already cautioned Palestinians a day earlier, declaring, “This is only the beginning of the intensified ground maneuver in Gaza City.” Hours later, Israeli forces escalated aerial bombardments, hitting several high-rise residential towers. Also Read: Nepal protests: Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli steps down as fresh wave of protests erupt According to Israeli officials, the military already holds about 40% of Gaza City, but the campaign is being stepped up to secure full control, which Israel claims is essential to dismantle Hamas. Despite the evacuation orders, only about 70,000 residents—less than 10% of the city’s population—have fled so far. Humanitarian preparations remain far behind the pace of displacement. Israel says just 3,000 tents have entered Gaza to date, far short of its target of 100,000 within three weeks. “We want to flood Gaza with tents,” a senior Israeli official told reporters. Also Read: Army evacuates ministers from Bhaisepati amid escalating Nepal protests Meanwhile, Washington and Tel Aviv plan to expand aid distribution centers managed by the contentious Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) from four to 16. But as of now, it is unclear whether the additional sites are operational.

Israel orders Gaza city’s million residents to evacuate as it intensifies strikes, vowing this is ‘only the beginning’ of its ground takeover campaign

Nepal Prime Minister KP Oli resigns as the nationwide protests escalate. And now, the Army has begun evacuating ministers from their residences in Bhaisepati. The forces have used helicopters to move the politicos. The move comes after a series of arson and vandalism incidents targeted at ministers’ and senior officials’ homes. Security forces have been deployed near the parliament building, senior officials informed. High-ranking officials are being provided security at military barracks.

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Amid escalating tensions, the India-Nepal border at Panitanki is on high alert amid protests triggered by the social media ban in Nepal. Speaking to news agency ANI, SP Praveen Parkash said, "A police post has been set up here with deployment of force. We are on alert mode and monitoring the situation."&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nepal-protests-prime-minister-kp-sharma-oli-steps-down-as-fresh-wave-of-protests-erupt-1757407955361">Nepal protests: PM KP Sharma Oli steps down as fresh wave of protests erupt</a>&nbsp;In his resignation letter to the president, KP Sharma Oli wrote, "I have resigned from the post of prime minister with effect from today... in order to take further steps towards a political solution and resolution of the problems."&nbsp;&nbsp;

Security forces have been deployed near the parliament building, senior officials informed. High-ranking officials are being provided security at military barracks.

Nepal Prime Minister KP Oli resigns as the nationwide protests escalate. And now, the Army has begun evacuating ministers from their residences in Bhaisepati. The forces have used helicopters to move the politicos. The move comes after a series of arson and vandalism incidents targeted at ministers’ and senior officials’ homes. Security forces have been deployed near the parliament building, senior officials informed. High-ranking officials are being provided security at military barracks.

Security forces have been deployed near the parliament building, senior officials informed. High-ranking officials are being provided security at military barracks.

Army evacuates ministers from Bhaisepati amid escalating Nepal protests

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As fresh wave of protests erupted in Nepal on Tuesday (September 9), country's Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has stepped down from his post. Earlier in the day, With tensions growing in Nepal, country's Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has called for an all-party meeting on Tuesday (September 9) evening. “I am in dialogue with the relevant parties to assess the situation and find a meaningful conclusion. For that, I have also called an all-party meeting at 6 pm today. I humbly request all brothers and sisters to remain calm in this difficult situation," the Prime Minister said in a statement.

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<h2>Water supply minister resigns</h2>Pradeep Yadav, Nepal’s Minister for Water Supply, stepped down from his position on Tuesday (September 9), resigning in protest against the government’s handling of the Gen Z demonstrations. Yadav, who represents the Janata Samajbadi Party (JSP) Nepal in parliament, tendered his resignation to Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli. He said he could not remain in the cabinet after 19 young protesters were killed a day earlier when security forces cracked down on the movement. In his resignation note, Yadav expressed solidarity with the demonstrators and condemned the use of violence against them. “I stand with the Gen Z movement and cannot endorse the government’s repressive measures,” he wrote. He also addressed the country’s youth directly, calling them his “strength and inspiration,” while urging them to stay calm and work towards positive change. His departure follows that of Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak, who quit on Monday (September 8) night, accepting moral responsibility for the deaths. Agriculture Minister Ramnath Adhikari also resigned on Tuesday amid growing criticism over the government’s forceful response. Demonstrators gathered near Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli's private residence in Balkot on Tuesday, demanding accountability for Monday's fatalities. During the protest, demonstrators set fire to the residence.

Nepal protests: Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli steps down as fresh wave of protests erupt

As fresh wave of protests erupted in Nepal on Tuesday (September 9), country's Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has stepped down from his post. Earlier in the day, With tensions growing in Nepal, country's Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has called for an all-party meeting on Tuesday (September 9) evening. “I am in dialogue with the relevant parties to assess the situation and find a meaningful conclusion. For that, I have also called an all-party meeting at 6 pm today. I humbly request all brothers and sisters to remain calm in this difficult situation," the Prime Minister said in a statement.

As fresh wave of protests erupted in Nepal on Tuesday (September 9), country's Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has stepped down from his post

When I visited Nepal a few years ago, one thing struck me: signboards asking people not to take TikTok videos at several places in the capital, Kathmandu. I also saw youth making videos on their mobile phones at places where it was allowed. That contrast between a digital-native generation and the powers that curb their freedoms was in sharp focus this week, when police fired on and killed at least 19 youths—some reportedly as young as 14—protesting against a ban on social media. Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has resigned, after some members of his cabinet stepped down. The protests, led mainly by Generation Z, evoked déjà vu of similar struggles where the ‘TikTok generation’ was either the leader or at the forefront. From August’s protests in Indonesia that led to the removal of the labour minister, to demonstrations in Bangladesh and Sri Lanka, the youth are expressing their frustration at political establishments out of touch with their aspirations and realities. From South Asia to Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and the West, Gen Z is fed up with being ruled by septuagenarians and octogenarians who do not ‘get them’. Once dismissed as a generation not clued in to realities, is Gen Z now emerging as one of the most politically active youth cohorts in recent years?<h2>Generation Z is not just passively scrolling through social media</h2>From Sri Lanka to South Africa, and from Myanmar to Bangladesh, Gen Z—generally those born between 1997 and 2012—is not just passively scrolling through social media.&nbsp;They are actively mobilising to challenge corruption, injustice, and entrenched political hierarchies that make reforms far removed from realities on the ground, even as much of the TikTok generation remains frustrated and unemployed.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/nepal-gen-z-protests-government-lifts-social-media-ban-following-deadly-protests-1757394334781/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/nepal-gen-z-protests-government-lifts-social-media-ban-following-deadly-protests-1757394334781/embed</a><h2>Nepal’s student revolt: Justice or bust</h2>The current protest in Nepal, ostensibly sparked by a social media ban, is an eruption of issues brewing for years. In 2024, student-led protests captivated the Himalayan nation over the so-called “transitional justice” bill. The bill was widely seen as a cover-up for past human rights violations and rampant government corruption of the ruling elite. University students took to the streets of Kathmandu and elsewhere, chanting slogans like “Arrest murderers!” The government’s response was harsh, as it is now, yet the protests forced the administration to reckon with youth discontent.Nepal’s corruption ranking—110th out of 180 countries according to Transparency International’s Corruption Perceptions Index 2023—paints a grim backdrop where government impunity is a daily reality for Nepalis. Gen Z’s vocal opposition is a direct challenge to a system that has long operated without being questioned, demanding accountability where older generations have failed. The social media ban, targeting only those platforms not registered within the country (which is why TikTok is not officially banned), is a culmination of this crackdown. The government appears unable to handle a generation that communicates primarily via social media.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indonesia-appoints-new-finance-minister-following-violent-protests-1757330613894">Indonesia appoints new finance minister following violent protests</a><h2>Indonesia’s awakening led by Gen Z</h2>Thousands of miles away, in Indonesia, Gen Z took to the streets in August 2025 alongside workers and women to protest a range of issues, including corruption, job insecurity, and rising living costs. The protests were marked by significant youth participation and opposition to government policies perceived as favouring elites. The protests led to the resignation of the labour minister, Ida Fauziyah, following public pressure and allegations of mismanagement.Gen Z had already made its presence felt during the 2024 presidential election, with an unprecedented 54 per cent voter turnout among 18-29-year-olds, up from 41 per cent in 2019. The youth vote was pivotal in reshaping the political narrative, emphasising demands for better governance, employment opportunities, and climate action.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/indonesia-in-chaos-as-anti-govt-protest-intensifies-president-cancels-china-visit-protesters-loot-minister-s-house-what-s-happening-1756628143516">Indonesia in chaos as anti-govt protest intensifies: President cancels China visit, protesters loot minister’s house - What's happening</a><h2>Gen Z is emerging as a global force, armed with mobile phones&nbsp;</h2>Armed with mobile phones and social media access, Gen Z is leading or catalysing political shifts through digital activism, from the US to South Africa and Europe. The “TikTok generation” channels the power of viral videos and online campaigns to spotlight climate change, economic inequality, and social injustice. Social media allows them to bypass traditional, often state-controlled, media outlets.They are also making their voices heard at the ballot box. In the 2024 US elections, 61 per cent of 18-24-year-olds backed candidates pushing progressive agendas. In India, more than 20 million first-time voters participated in the 2024 general election. In South Africa, the youth vote contributed to the ruling African National Congress losing its majority in several municipalities for the first time in decades.<h2>Why governments are afraid of social media</h2>If you assume Gen Z is scrolling social media only for cute cat videos and fashion tips, think again. Many are using TikTok videos, YouTube Shorts, and Instagram Reels to call out corruption, unemployment, inequality, and government inaction on climate change. These videos garner millions of views, mobilising unprecedented numbers of young people. According to a report by McKinsey &amp; Company, Gen Z’s global consumer power is projected to reach $13 trillion by 2030. This economic clout adds pressure on governments and corporations to heed their voices. Perhaps this is why governments like Nepal’s made ill-informed decisions to ban social media platforms, and are now dealing with the consequences. &nbsp;

Often dismissed as non-serious, Gen Z is leading global political change through digital activism, from Nepal to Indonesia and beyond. Fueled by frustration with ageing leaders, they’re protesting corruption, injustice, and inequality, using social media as a powerful tool 



When I visited Nepal a few years ago, one thing struck me: signboards asking people not to take TikTok videos at several places in the capital, Kathmandu. I also saw youth making videos on their mobile phones at places where it was allowed. That contrast between a digital-native generation and the powers that curb their freedoms was in sharp focus this week, when police fired on and killed at least 19 youths—some reportedly as young as 14—protesting against a ban on social media. Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has resigned, after some members of his cabinet stepped down. The protests, led mainly by Generation Z, evoked déjà vu of similar struggles where the ‘TikTok generation’ was either the leader or at the forefront. From August’s protests in Indonesia that led to the removal of the labour minister, to demonstrations in Bangladesh and Sri Lanka, the youth are expressing their frustration at political establishments out of touch with their aspirations and realities. From South Asia to Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and the West, Gen Z is fed up with being ruled by septuagenarians and octogenarians who do not ‘get them’. Once dismissed as a generation not clued in to realities, is Gen Z now emerging as one of the most politically active youth cohorts in recent years? Generation Z is not just passively scrolling through social media From Sri Lanka to South Africa, and from Myanmar to Bangladesh, Gen Z—generally those born between 1997 and 2012—is not just passively scrolling through social media. They are actively mobilising to challenge corruption, injustice, and entrenched political hierarchies that make reforms far removed from realities on the ground, even as much of the TikTok generation remains frustrated and unemployed. https://www.wionews.com/videos/nepal-gen-z-protests-government-lifts-social-media-ban-following-deadly-protests-1757394334781/embed Nepal’s student revolt: Justice or bust The current protest in Nepal, ostensibly sparked by a social media ban, is an eruption of issues brewing for years. In 2024, student-led protests captivated the Himalayan nation over the so-called “transitional justice” bill. The bill was widely seen as a cover-up for past human rights violations and rampant government corruption of the ruling elite. University students took to the streets of Kathmandu and elsewhere, chanting slogans like “Arrest murderers!” The government’s response was harsh, as it is now, yet the protests forced the administration to reckon with youth discontent. Nepal’s corruption ranking—110th out of 180 countries according to Transparency International’s Corruption Perceptions Index 2023—paints a grim backdrop where government impunity is a daily reality for Nepalis. Gen Z’s vocal opposition is a direct challenge to a system that has long operated without being questioned, demanding accountability where older generations have failed. The social media ban, targeting only those platforms not registered within the country (which is why TikTok is not officially banned), is a culmination of this crackdown. The government appears unable to handle a generation that communicates primarily via social media. Also read: Indonesia appoints new finance minister following violent protests Indonesia’s awakening led by Gen Z Thousands of miles away, in Indonesia, Gen Z took to the streets in August 2025 alongside workers and women to protest a range of issues, including corruption, job insecurity, and rising living costs. The protests were marked by significant youth participation and opposition to government policies perceived as favouring elites. The protests led to the resignation of the labour minister, Ida Fauziyah, following public pressure and allegations of mismanagement. Gen Z had already made its presence felt during the 2024 presidential election, with an unprecedented 54 per cent voter turnout among 18-29-year-olds, up from 41 per cent in 2019. The youth vote was pivotal in reshaping the political narrative, emphasising demands for better governance, employment opportunities, and climate action. Also read: Indonesia in chaos as anti-govt protest intensifies: President cancels China visit, protesters loot minister’s house - What's happening Gen Z is emerging as a global force, armed with mobile phones Armed with mobile phones and social media access, Gen Z is leading or catalysing political shifts through digital activism, from the US to South Africa and Europe. The “TikTok generation” channels the power of viral videos and online campaigns to spotlight climate change, economic inequality, and social injustice. Social media allows them to bypass traditional, often state-controlled, media outlets. They are also making their voices heard at the ballot box. In the 2024 US elections, 61 per cent of 18-24-year-olds backed candidates pushing progressive agendas. In India, more than 20 million first-time voters participated in the 2024 general election. In South Africa, the youth vote contributed to the ruling African National Congress losing its majority in several municipalities for the first time in decades. Why governments are afraid of social media If you assume Gen Z is scrolling social media only for cute cat videos and fashion tips, think again. Many are using TikTok videos, YouTube Shorts, and Instagram Reels to call out corruption, unemployment, inequality, and government inaction on climate change. These videos garner millions of views, mobilising unprecedented numbers of young people. According to a report by McKinsey & Company, Gen Z’s global consumer power is projected to reach $13 trillion by 2030. This economic clout adds pressure on governments and corporations to heed their voices. Perhaps this is why governments like Nepal’s made ill-informed decisions to ban social media platforms, and are now dealing with the consequences.

Often dismissed as non-serious, Gen Z is leading global political change through digital activism, from Nepal to Indonesia and beyond. Fueled by frustration with ageing leaders, they’re protesting corruption, injustice, and inequality, using social media as a powerful tool&nbsp;&nbsp;

When Gen Z protests, heads roll: From Nepal to Indonesia and beyond, TikTok generation leads change in politics dominated by the old and senile

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Indians, Pakistanis and Nigerians could face new visa restrictions if their governments refuse or delay taking back illegal migrants from Britain, UK Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood has warned. The newly appointed British Home Secretary, as per reports, has expressed her readiness to risk diplomatic tensions as she outlined plans to suspend or cap visas for countries that do not "play ball" with her push to step up deportations. The move marks a shift to what officials called a more "transactional" use of the visa system, escalating from quotas to outright bans if countries refuse cooperation.&nbsp;<h2>Why has the UK hardened its stance against immigrants?</h2>US President Donald Trump's Homeland Security chief Kristi Noem's presence in the UK may have something to do with it. Mahmood announced the policy while hosting Noem, who has overseen the US's mass deportation drive.The warning comes after the Five Eyes intelligence alliance — UK, US, Australia, Canada, and New Zealand — agreed on new principles to pressure countries into taking back their citizens.The Times, citing UK officials, stated that India, Pakistan, and Nigeria are among the most resistant nations, unwilling to take back their immigrants who have overstayed their welcome in the UK.<h2>How many Indians could be affected by this?</h2>According to the report, India tops the list of visa overstayers, with 20,706 Indians failing to leave in the year to 2020, while Pakistan has refused to accept several foreign criminals, including Qari Abdul Rauf and Adil Khan, the dual British-Pakistani dual-citizenship ringleaders of the Rochdale grooming gang who renounced their Pakistani citizenship. Nigeria also features high on the overstayer list.Migration experts, however, have warned that the move could strain relations with key partners like India. Talking to the publication, Dr Peter Walsh of Oxford University's Migration Observatory said India in particular "dim view of bargaining tactics that involve these kinds of threats". He pointed out that "We have a long relationship with India and they have lobbied the UK government fairly consistently for privileged access to our visa system, and they are one of the biggest users of it."In 2021, India and UK signed a returns deal. Last year, in 2024, India took back 7,395 citizens — more than any other nationality — but this, as per the report, could be because Indians happen to be the largest foreign population without the right to live in the UK. Officials also complain that Delhi remains slow to issue emergency travel documents for deportees without passports. This is made necessary by the fact that people often destroy their passports to prevent or delay their return to their home country.Mahmood, in her first public comments as home secretary, pledged to be a "whatever it takes" minister and warned senior Home Office staff to "bring their A-game — or leave". She also promised to go "further and faster" than her predecessor, Yvette Cooper, on tackling migrant crossings, which hit a record 30,165 this year, up 37 per cent.

UK Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood has warned India and other nations that they could face new visa restrictions if their governments refuse to take back illegal migrants. Here's all you need to know.

Indians, Pakistanis and Nigerians could face new visa restrictions if their governments refuse or delay taking back illegal migrants from Britain, UK Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood has warned. The newly appointed British Home Secretary, as per reports, has expressed her readiness to risk diplomatic tensions as she outlined plans to suspend or cap visas for countries that do not "play ball" with her push to step up deportations. The move marks a shift to what officials called a more "transactional" use of the visa system, escalating from quotas to outright bans if countries refuse cooperation. Why has the UK hardened its stance against immigrants? US President Donald Trump's Homeland Security chief Kristi Noem's presence in the UK may have something to do with it. Mahmood announced the policy while hosting Noem, who has overseen the US's mass deportation drive. The warning comes after the Five Eyes intelligence alliance — UK, US, Australia, Canada, and New Zealand — agreed on new principles to pressure countries into taking back their citizens. The Times, citing UK officials, stated that India, Pakistan, and Nigeria are among the most resistant nations, unwilling to take back their immigrants who have overstayed their welcome in the UK. How many Indians could be affected by this? According to the report, India tops the list of visa overstayers, with 20,706 Indians failing to leave in the year to 2020, while Pakistan has refused to accept several foreign criminals, including Qari Abdul Rauf and Adil Khan, the dual British-Pakistani dual-citizenship ringleaders of the Rochdale grooming gang who renounced their Pakistani citizenship. Nigeria also features high on the overstayer list. Migration experts, however, have warned that the move could strain relations with key partners like India. Talking to the publication, Dr Peter Walsh of Oxford University's Migration Observatory said India in particular "dim view of bargaining tactics that involve these kinds of threats". He pointed out that "We have a long relationship with India and they have lobbied the UK government fairly consistently for privileged access to our visa system, and they are one of the biggest users of it." In 2021, India and UK signed a returns deal. Last year, in 2024, India took back 7,395 citizens — more than any other nationality — but this, as per the report, could be because Indians happen to be the largest foreign population without the right to live in the UK. Officials also complain that Delhi remains slow to issue emergency travel documents for deportees without passports. This is made necessary by the fact that people often destroy their passports to prevent or delay their return to their home country. Mahmood, in her first public comments as home secretary, pledged to be a "whatever it takes" minister and warned senior Home Office staff to "bring their A-game — or leave". She also promised to go "further and faster" than her predecessor, Yvette Cooper, on tackling migrant crossings, which hit a record 30,165 this year, up 37 per cent.

UK Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood has warned India and other nations that they could face new visa restrictions if their governments refuse to take back illegal migrants. Here's all you need to know.

Over 20,000 Indians in Britain at risk as UK’s new Home Secretary targets India in migrant crackdown plan

As tensions escalate in Nepal, protestors set fire to PM Oli's residence in Balkot and have vandalized the homes of Nepali Congress President Sher Bahadur Deuba in Budhanilkantha. Earlier in the day, with tensions growing in Nepal, country's Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has called for an all-party meeting on Tuesday (September 9) evening. “I am in dialogue with the relevant parties to assess the situation and find a meaningful conclusion. For that, I have also called an all-party meeting at 6 pm today. I humbly request all brothers and sisters to remain calm in this difficult situation," the Prime Minister said in a statement.&nbsp;Pradeep Yadav, Nepal’s Minister for Water Supply, stepped down from his position on Tuesday (September 9), resigning in protest against the government’s handling of the Gen Z demonstrations. Yadav, who represents the Janata Samajbadi Party (JSP) Nepal in parliament, tendered his resignation to Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli. He said he could not remain in the cabinet after 19 young protesters were killed a day earlier when security forces cracked down on the movement. In his resignation note, Yadav expressed solidarity with the demonstrators and condemned the use of violence against them. “I stand with the Gen Z movement and cannot endorse the government’s repressive measures,” he wrote. He also addressed the country’s youth directly, calling them his “strength and inspiration,” while urging them to stay calm and work towards positive change. His departure follows that of Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak, who quit on Monday (September 8) night, accepting moral responsibility for the deaths. Agriculture Minister Ramnath Adhikari also resigned on Tuesday amid growing criticism over the government’s forceful response. Demonstrators gathered near Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli's private residence in Balkot on Tuesday, demanding accountability for Monday's fatalities. During the protest, demonstrators set fire to the residence.

As tensions escalate in Nepal, protestors set fire to PM Oli's residence in Balkot and have vandalized the homes of Nepali Congress President Sher Bahadur Deuba in Budhanilkantha

As tensions escalate in Nepal, protestors set fire to PM Oli's residence in Balkot and have vandalized the homes of Nepali Congress President Sher Bahadur Deuba in Budhanilkantha. Earlier in the day, with tensions growing in Nepal, country's Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has called for an all-party meeting on Tuesday (September 9) evening. “I am in dialogue with the relevant parties to assess the situation and find a meaningful conclusion. For that, I have also called an all-party meeting at 6 pm today. I humbly request all brothers and sisters to remain calm in this difficult situation," the Prime Minister said in a statement. Pradeep Yadav, Nepal’s Minister for Water Supply, stepped down from his position on Tuesday (September 9), resigning in protest against the government’s handling of the Gen Z demonstrations. Yadav, who represents the Janata Samajbadi Party (JSP) Nepal in parliament, tendered his resignation to Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli. He said he could not remain in the cabinet after 19 young protesters were killed a day earlier when security forces cracked down on the movement. In his resignation note, Yadav expressed solidarity with the demonstrators and condemned the use of violence against them. “I stand with the Gen Z movement and cannot endorse the government’s repressive measures,” he wrote. He also addressed the country’s youth directly, calling them his “strength and inspiration,” while urging them to stay calm and work towards positive change. His departure follows that of Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak, who quit on Monday (September 8) night, accepting moral responsibility for the deaths. Agriculture Minister Ramnath Adhikari also resigned on Tuesday amid growing criticism over the government’s forceful response. Demonstrators gathered near Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli's private residence in Balkot on Tuesday, demanding accountability for Monday's fatalities. During the protest, demonstrators set fire to the residence.

As tensions escalate in Nepal, protestors set fire to PM Oli's residence in Balkot and have vandalized the homes of Nepali Congress President Sher Bahadur Deuba in Budhanilkantha

Nepal protests: Protesters set fire to PM Oli's residence in Balkot

&nbsp;Floods in Pakistan’s Punjab have impacted many villages, and with that, over 1.3 million acres of farmland have been submerged in water. It has caused significant damage to the kharif crops, which are typically harvested around October or November. According to reports, the cotton crop has been severely hit by the floods. This has impacted farmlands cultivating&nbsp;rice, sugarcane, corn, and vegetables, which has further prompted fears of food inflation.&nbsp;Rivers Chenab, Sutlej, and Ravi are flowing over danger levels, becoming the major cause of waterlogging and floods in the country.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/pakistan-floods-pakistan-reels-under-worst-floods-in-decades-drones-used-to-find-stranded-people-1756865669896/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/pakistan-floods-pakistan-reels-under-worst-floods-in-decades-drones-used-to-find-stranded-people-1756865669896/embed</a>&nbsp;Over two million people and 2,000 villages have been facing the wrath of torrential rain, and this has triggered the relocation of over&nbsp;760,000 residents and 516,000 herds of cattle, as published by the news outlet Dawn. The Met Department also posted a warning on X, it read: ‘Rains persist across Pakistan as another intense monsoon system is expected to bring exceptional downpours in the Southern parts during the next two days.’

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Rains persist across Pakistan as another intense monsoon system is expected to bring exceptional downpours in Southern parts during next two days.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MonsoonAlert?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MonsoonAlert</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RainfallUpdate?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RainfallUpdate</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WeatherUpdate?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WeatherUpdate</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RainInPakistan?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RainInPakistan</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Monsoon2025?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Monsoon2025</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PakistanWeather?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PakistanWeather</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RainyDays?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RainyDays</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/HeavyRainfall?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#HeavyRainfall</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/StaySafe?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#StaySafe</a> <a href="https://t.co/1ancjiLfag">pic.twitter.com/1ancjiLfag</a>&mdash; Pak Met Department محکمہ موسمیات (@pmdgov) <a href="https://twitter.com/pmdgov/status/1964949269041017265?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 8, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

&nbsp;Infrastructure and agricultural lands in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa have also been severely damaged. Hundreds of houses and roads have been rendered useless amid the raging floods. Livestock have been washed away, causing huge damage to people belonging to the region. With the immense damage that is already distressing, there is a bigger risk of water-borne diseases. An outbreak of a disease could make the situation worse than it already is. Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur had called for a meeting to take stock of the situation.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/worst-in-nearly-40-years-punjab-reels-under-devasting-floods-1757052972840">Worst in nearly 40 years: Punjab reels under devastating floods</a>&nbsp;On Monday (September 8), Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif also directed the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) to ensure the safety of people in affected regions as the water levels continue to rise amid rescue operations.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Pakistan floods have impacted over 2,000 villages in Punjab. Rivers Chenab, Sutlej, and Ravi are flowing over danger levels, becoming the major cause of waterlogging and floods in the country.

Floods in Pakistan’s Punjab have impacted many villages, and with that, over 1.3 million acres of farmland have been submerged in water. It has caused significant damage to the kharif crops, which are typically harvested around October or November. According to reports, the cotton crop has been severely hit by the floods. This has impacted farmlands cultivating rice, sugarcane, corn, and vegetables, which has further prompted fears of food inflation. Rivers Chenab, Sutlej, and Ravi are flowing over danger levels, becoming the major cause of waterlogging and floods in the country. https://www.wionews.com/videos/pakistan-floods-pakistan-reels-under-worst-floods-in-decades-drones-used-to-find-stranded-people-1756865669896/embed Over two million people and 2,000 villages have been facing the wrath of torrential rain, and this has triggered the relocation of over 760,000 residents and 516,000 herds of cattle, as published by the news outlet Dawn. The Met Department also posted a warning on X, it read: ‘Rains persist across Pakistan as another intense monsoon system is expected to bring exceptional downpours in the Southern parts during the next two days.’

Pakistan floods have impacted over 2,000 villages in Punjab. Rivers Chenab, Sutlej, and Ravi are flowing over danger levels, becoming the major cause of waterlogging and floods in the country.

Pakistan floods have submerged 1.3 million acres of farmland in Punjab, prompts fears of food inflation

The heads of some of the world’s biggest technology firms are expected to accompany US President Donald Trump on his state visit to Britain next week. According to Sky News, Jensen Huang, the chief executive of Nvidia, and Sam Altman, who leads OpenAI, are set to travel with Trump on Wednesday. Tim Cook, the chief executive of Apple, has also been invited to join. Their presence has fuelled speculation that new corporate deals could be announced, with the visit seen as an opportunity to show progress in a wider UK-US tech partnership.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/watch-us-activist-group-plays-soccer-with-mock-netanyahu-head-outside-un-headquarters-1757396747397">WATCH | US activist group plays ‘soccer’ with mock Netanyahu head outside UN headquarters</a><h2>UK looks to secure AI investment</h2>Huang has already voiced concerns about Britain’s lack of infrastructure for artificial intelligence. Speaking at London Tech Week in June, he said the UK was “the largest AI ecosystem in the world without its own infrastructure”. Nvidia is currently the world’s leading maker of AI-focused chips.Altman’s OpenAI recently signed a memorandum of understanding with the UK government to explore investing in British data centres. The government has also promoted the idea of AI growth zones, which would fast-track new data centres in areas with sufficient energy supplies.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-responsibility-is-inevitable-ukraine-s-intelligence-taunts-russia-by-secretly-planting-posters-across-moscow-1757392364347">‘Responsibility is inevitable’: Ukraine’s intelligence taunts Russia by 'secretly planting' posters across Moscow</a>However, some industry figures have criticised the slow pace of progress, while others fear ministers are too close to US tech giants. The creative sector has warned that the government may weaken copyright laws in an attempt to attract investment.<h2>Ministers push UK-US tech partnership</h2>The new business secretary, Peter Kyle, was in Washington over the weekend to build “momentum on our tech partnership and trade deal ahead of the historic state visit”. The timing of Trump’s visit suggests announcements could be made to highlight Britain’s role as a hub for advanced technology, despite questions over infrastructure and regulation. The state visit, which ends next Friday, will include a banquet in St George’s Hall at Windsor Castle.Police are preparing one of the largest drone operations in their history to respond to potential threats. During Trump’s previous state visit in 2019, more than 6,300 police officers were deployed, costing the Metropolitan Police £3.4 million.

Top tech CEOs from Nvidia, OpenAI, and Apple are set to join Trump’s UK state visit, sparking speculation over UK-US tech deals as Britain seeks greater AI investment and infrastructure.

The heads of some of the world’s biggest technology firms are expected to accompany US President Donald Trump on his state visit to Britain next week. According to Sky News, Jensen Huang, the chief executive of Nvidia, and Sam Altman, who leads OpenAI, are set to travel with Trump on Wednesday. Tim Cook, the chief executive of Apple, has also been invited to join. Their presence has fuelled speculation that new corporate deals could be announced, with the visit seen as an opportunity to show progress in a wider UK-US tech partnership. Also read: WATCH | US activist group plays ‘soccer’ with mock Netanyahu head outside UN headquarters UK looks to secure AI investment Huang has already voiced concerns about Britain’s lack of infrastructure for artificial intelligence. Speaking at London Tech Week in June, he said the UK was “the largest AI ecosystem in the world without its own infrastructure”. Nvidia is currently the world’s leading maker of AI-focused chips. Altman’s OpenAI recently signed a memorandum of understanding with the UK government to explore investing in British data centres. The government has also promoted the idea of AI growth zones, which would fast-track new data centres in areas with sufficient energy supplies. Also read: ‘Responsibility is inevitable’: Ukraine’s intelligence taunts Russia by 'secretly planting' posters across Moscow However, some industry figures have criticised the slow pace of progress, while others fear ministers are too close to US tech giants. The creative sector has warned that the government may weaken copyright laws in an attempt to attract investment. Ministers push UK-US tech partnership The new business secretary, Peter Kyle, was in Washington over the weekend to build “momentum on our tech partnership and trade deal ahead of the historic state visit”. The timing of Trump’s visit suggests announcements could be made to highlight Britain’s role as a hub for advanced technology, despite questions over infrastructure and regulation. The state visit, which ends next Friday, will include a banquet in St George’s Hall at Windsor Castle. Police are preparing one of the largest drone operations in their history to respond to potential threats. During Trump’s previous state visit in 2019, more than 6,300 police officers were deployed, costing the Metropolitan Police £3.4 million.

Top tech CEOs from Nvidia, OpenAI, and Apple are set to join Trump’s UK state visit, sparking speculation over UK-US tech deals as Britain seeks greater AI investment and infrastructure.

AI heavyweights from Nvidia, OpenAI, and Apple to join Trump on UK state visit: A new era for UK-US tech partnership?

With tensions growing in Nepal, country's Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has called for an all-party meeting on Tuesday (September 9) evening. “I am in dialogue with the relevant parties to assess the situation and find a meaningful conclusion. For that, I have also called an all-party meeting at 6 pm today. I humbly request all brothers and sisters to remain calm in this difficult situation," the Prime Minister said in a statement.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nepal-protests-information-minister-house-fire-1757398175566">Nepal Protests: Protestors set ablaze Information Minister's house</a>&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Nepal protest | Nepal PM K.P. Sharma Oli calls for an all-party meeting this evening. “I am in dialogue with the relevant parties to assess the situation and find a meaningful conclusion. For that, I have also called an all-party meeting at 6 pm today. I humbly request all… <a href="https://t.co/uddMH1IyBL">pic.twitter.com/uddMH1IyBL</a>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/1965302690860138884?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 9, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Water supply minister resigns</h2>Pradeep Yadav, Nepal’s Minister for Water Supply, stepped down from his position on Tuesday (September 9), resigning in protest against the government’s handling of the Gen Z demonstrations. Yadav, who represents the Janata Samajbadi Party (JSP) Nepal in parliament, tendered his resignation to Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli. He said he could not remain in the cabinet after 19 young protesters were killed a day earlier when security forces cracked down on the movement. In his resignation note, Yadav expressed solidarity with the demonstrators and condemned the use of violence against them. “I stand with the Gen Z movement and cannot endorse the government’s repressive measures,” he wrote. He also addressed the country’s youth directly, calling them his “strength and inspiration,” while urging them to stay calm and work towards positive change.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/the-boris-files-leaked-documents-raise-fresh-questions-over-johnson-s-private-office-claims-report-1757397062643">The Boris files: Leaked documents raise fresh questions over Johnson’s private office, claims report</a>&nbsp;His departure follows that of Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak, who quit on Monday (September 8) night, accepting moral responsibility for the deaths. Agriculture Minister Ramnath Adhikari also resigned on Tuesday amid growing criticism over the government’s forceful response. Demonstrators gathered near Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli's private residence in Balkot on Tuesday, demanding accountability for Monday's fatalities. During the protest, demonstrators set fire to the residence.

As tensions escalate, Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has called for all-party meeting on Tuesday (September 9)

With tensions growing in Nepal, country's Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has called for an all-party meeting on Tuesday (September 9) evening. “I am in dialogue with the relevant parties to assess the situation and find a meaningful conclusion. For that, I have also called an all-party meeting at 6 pm today. I humbly request all brothers and sisters to remain calm in this difficult situation," the Prime Minister said in a statement. Also Read: Nepal Protests: Protestors set ablaze Information Minister's house

As tensions escalate, Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has called for all-party meeting on Tuesday (September 9)

Nepal protests: Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli calls for all-party meeting as tensions flare

On Tuesday (September 9), Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese asked a right-wing opposition lawmaker to issue an apology for her remarks on the Indian community in the country. His comments suggested that an unsustainable number of Indians were migrating to Australia. The comments were made by Jacinta Nampijinpa Price, who is a senator from the centre-right Liberal Party. Price said the immigrants were the reason behind the rising cost of living, which partly cast the blame on Indians. These comments came after the nationwide anti-immigrant protests. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Australian senator said the immigrants were the reason behind rising cost-of-living, which partly cast the blame on Indians. 

On Tuesday (September 9), Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese asked a right-wing opposition lawmaker to issue an apology for her remarks on the Indian community in the country. His comments suggested that an unsustainable number of Indians were migrating to Australia. The comments were made by Jacinta Nampijinpa Price, who is a senator from the centre-right Liberal Party. Price said the immigrants were the reason behind the rising cost of living, which partly cast the blame on Indians. These comments came after the nationwide anti-immigrant protests.

Australian senator said the immigrants were the reason behind rising cost of living, which partly cast the blame on Indians.&nbsp;

Senator blames Indians for rising cost of living in Australia, PM Albanese demands apology

Protests against corruption in Nepal turned violent as Minister for Communication, Information and Technology Prithvi Subba Gurung's house was set on fire. The protesters had reached the private residence of the minister, and following instances of stone pelting, they tried to set the house on fire. As per local reports, the damage was minimal. Police have claimed that the situation is under control.&nbsp;The protest, which started on Monday, was over the ban on Social Media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and 23 other social media platforms on September 4. The protest is reportedly being organised by the Youth NGO Hami Nepal. A 36-year-old Sudan Gurung has reportedly organised the protestors, urging students to march in their uniforms.&nbsp;Demonstrators have also reached the house of the Nepali Congress President and torched a Municipal Building in Naya Bazar. They have also vandalised the residence of Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Bishnu Paudel. According to local reports, Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli is planning to go to Dubai on the pretence of treatment.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Gen Z protests in Nepal turn violent, and the situation escalates with vandalism and arson. Public anger over the social media ban and the killing of 20 demonstrators boils over, and the protest continues for the second day. 

Protests against corruption in Nepal turned violent as Minister for Communication, Information and Technology Prithvi Subba Gurung's house was set on fire. The protesters had reached the private residence of the minister, and following instances of stone pelting, they tried to set the house on fire. As per local reports, the damage was minimal. Police have claimed that the situation is under control. The protest, which started on Monday, was over the ban on Social Media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and 23 other social media platforms on September 4. The protest is reportedly being organised by the Youth NGO Hami Nepal. A 36-year-old Sudan Gurung has reportedly organised the protestors, urging students to march in their uniforms. Demonstrators have also reached the house of the Nepali Congress President and torched a Municipal Building in Naya Bazar. They have also vandalised the residence of Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Bishnu Paudel. According to local reports, Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli is planning to go to Dubai on the pretence of treatment.

Gen Z protests in Nepal turn violent, and the situation escalates with vandalism and arson. Public anger over the social media ban and the killing of 20 demonstrators boils over, and the protest continues for the second day.&nbsp;

Nepal Protests: Protestors set ablaze Information Minister's house

A cache of leaked documents from Boris Johnson’s private office has shed light on how the former UK Prime Minister has conducted his affairs since leaving Downing Street in September 2022, according to a report in The Guardian. The files reveal that Johnson has leaned heavily on connections built during his premiership to pursue lucrative ventures—while benefiting from taxpayer support intended for official duties.&nbsp;The revelations prompt difficult questions: Has Johnson flouted the post-office “revolving door” rules? Has he crossed lines laid down in the ministerial code? And crucially, has public money meant for administrative support been diverted towards private commercial gain? The leak, shared with The Guardian by the transparency collective Distributed Denial of Secrets (DDoS), contains around 1,820 files, totalling roughly 2GB of data. The material includes contracts, emails, invoices, and spreadsheets, mostly dating from after Johnson left office, though some cover his premiership. Among them are references to undisclosed meetings and activities that may have clashed with Covid restrictions in place at the time.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/thaksin-jailed-daughter-paetongtarn-ousted-as-pm-sister-in-exile-money-power-and-misfortune-of-the-shinawatra-clan-of-prime-ministers-1757394535023">Thaksin jailed, daughter Paetongtarn ousted as PM, sister in exile: Money, power and misfortune of the Shinawatra 'clan of prime ministers'</a>&nbsp;DDoS, a US-based non-profit that archives data leaks, has provided material in the past that has underpinned reporting by the Guardian, BBC, Washington Post, and others. While it does not know the original source of the Boris Files, it limits access to journalists and researchers rather than publishing everything openly, in contrast to WikiLeaks’ approach. At the heart of the controversy is Johnson’s use of the Public Duty Costs Allowance (PDCA), which allows ex-prime ministers to claim up to £115,000 a year to run their offices. These funds are supposed to cover secretarial and administrative work linked to public duties, not private business interests. Documents show Johnson’s office claimed around £182,000 in PDCA support to cover staff salaries.&nbsp;&nbsp;Yet the same staff appear to have been involved in his commercial deals, raising questions over blurred boundaries. Johnson did not respond to the Guardian’s requests for comment. The PDCA was introduced in the early 1990s to assist former leaders with ongoing public functions, not to subsidise their personal enrichment. While every recent ex-prime minister has used it, none has been accused of directly leveraging taxpayer-funded staff for business purposes. Previous leaders have faced criticism for their private ventures—Tony Blair over consultancy deals and David Cameron over lobbying for Greensill Capital—but their official offices were not implicated in those controversies.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/watch-us-activist-group-plays-soccer-with-mock-netanyahu-head-outside-un-headquarters-1757396747397">WATCH | US activist group plays ‘soccer’ with mock Netanyahu head outside UN headquarters</a>&nbsp;The Boris Files will intensify demands for greater scrutiny of how PDCA money is spent. The Information Commissioner’s Office has already ruled that documents from ex-PMs’ offices fall under legitimate public interest disclosure, given they are partly supported by public funds. The Guardian has chosen to publish only a small portion of the material, after weighing the legal and ethical considerations. Its decision rests on the principle that recently departed leaders remain subject to public accountability, especially when profiting from networks built in office. Johnson, like his predecessors, may no longer govern, but the privileges of power continue to pay—and the public has a right to know how.

The Boris files: Leaked documents raise fresh questions over Johnson’s private office, claims report

A cache of leaked documents from Boris Johnson’s private office has shed light on how the former UK Prime Minister has conducted his affairs since leaving Downing Street in September 2022, according to a report in The Guardian. The files reveal that Johnson has leaned heavily on connections built during his premiership to pursue lucrative ventures—while benefiting from taxpayer support intended for official duties. The revelations prompt difficult questions: Has Johnson flouted the post-office “revolving door” rules? Has he crossed lines laid down in the ministerial code? And crucially, has public money meant for administrative support been diverted towards private commercial gain? The leak, shared with The Guardian by the transparency collective Distributed Denial of Secrets (DDoS), contains around 1,820 files, totalling roughly 2GB of data. The material includes contracts, emails, invoices, and spreadsheets, mostly dating from after Johnson left office, though some cover his premiership. Among them are references to undisclosed meetings and activities that may have clashed with Covid restrictions in place at the time. Also Read: Thaksin jailed, daughter Paetongtarn ousted as PM, sister in exile: Money, power and misfortune of the Shinawatra 'clan of prime ministers' DDoS, a US-based non-profit that archives data leaks, has provided material in the past that has underpinned reporting by the Guardian, BBC, Washington Post, and others. While it does not know the original source of the Boris Files, it limits access to journalists and researchers rather than publishing everything openly, in contrast to WikiLeaks’ approach. At the heart of the controversy is Johnson’s use of the Public Duty Costs Allowance (PDCA), which allows ex-prime ministers to claim up to £115,000 a year to run their offices. These funds are supposed to cover secretarial and administrative work linked to public duties, not private business interests. Documents show Johnson’s office claimed around £182,000 in PDCA support to cover staff salaries. Yet the same staff appear to have been involved in his commercial deals, raising questions over blurred boundaries. Johnson did not respond to the Guardian’s requests for comment. The PDCA was introduced in the early 1990s to assist former leaders with ongoing public functions, not to subsidise their personal enrichment. While every recent ex-prime minister has used it, none has been accused of directly leveraging taxpayer-funded staff for business purposes. Previous leaders have faced criticism for their private ventures—Tony Blair over consultancy deals and David Cameron over lobbying for Greensill Capital—but their official offices were not implicated in those controversies. Also Read: WATCH | US activist group plays ‘soccer’ with mock Netanyahu head outside UN headquarters The Boris Files will intensify demands for greater scrutiny of how PDCA money is spent. The Information Commissioner’s Office has already ruled that documents from ex-PMs’ offices fall under legitimate public interest disclosure, given they are partly supported by public funds. The Guardian has chosen to publish only a small portion of the material, after weighing the legal and ethical considerations. Its decision rests on the principle that recently departed leaders remain subject to public accountability, especially when profiting from networks built in office. Johnson, like his predecessors, may no longer govern, but the privileges of power continue to pay—and the public has a right to know how.

Leaked ‘Boris Files’ reveal Johnson’s taxpayer-funded office staff aided his business ventures, raising concerns over ethics, transparency, and misuse of funds

Former Thailand prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra was jailed by the country's Supreme Court on Tuesday (Sep 9) for one year. The case was related to claims that he had not properly served a sentence for corruption and abuse of power handed down in 2023. He will now be moved from a hospital to jail. This is the latest setback for the Shinawatra clan, which is ingrained in the politics of Thailand for decades now. The Shinawatra clan is a powerful family that has had a polarising influence in Thailand's politics. The family has Sino-Thai roots.<h2>Thaksin Shinawatra, the family patriarch</h2>Thaksin Shinawatra was once a police officer, who later became a telecom billionaire after founding Shin Corporation. The Pheu Thai Party and its predecessors were either led by or supported financially by the Shinawatra clan.Thaksin was Thailand’s Prime Minister from 2001 to 2006 and introduced universal healthcare and rural development programmes. These policies gained him significant support among Thailand’s rural and working-class population. However, he was ousted over corruption and authoritarianism allegations in a 2006 military coup. Thaksin fled to self-imposed exile in 2008, primarily residing in Dubai. Despite being abroad, he continued to influence Thai politics through allied parties. He returned to Thailand in August 2023 after 17 years in exile.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/thailand-s-former-prime-minister-thaksin-shinawatra-sentenced-to-one-year-in-prison-1757391373725">Thailand's former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra sentenced to one year in prison</a><h2>Yingluck Shinawatra, the sister who went into exile</h2>Thaksin’s sister Yingluck was Thailand’s first female Prime Minister, elected in 2011. After facing widespread criticism over a costly rice subsidy scheme, she was removed from office by a Constitutional Court ruling in 2014. She fled to exile in August 2017 to avoid a prison sentence for negligence related to the rice scheme. Her destination was Dubai, where she reportedly joined her brother. Yingluck remains a symbolic figure for the family's supporters.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/thailand-s-new-prime-minister-thaksin-shinawatra-leaves-thailand-1757065268844/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/thailand-s-new-prime-minister-thaksin-shinawatra-leaves-thailand-1757065268844/embed</a><h2>Paetongtarn Shinawatra: Rise and fall of the daughter</h2>Thaksin returned from exile as his daughter Paetongtarn rose in Thai politics. He was initially granted a royal pardon that reduced his prison sentence, but in August 2025, the Supreme Court upheld a 12-year sentence against him for abuse of power linked to a government bank loan guarantee.Paetongtarn, Thaksin’s youngest daughter, has carried on the political dynasty till she fell from grace. She became prime minister in August 2024 at the age of 37, becoming the country’s youngest leader and its second female PM. In July 2025, she was suspended by the Constitutional Court over allegations of ethical misconduct related to a leaked phone call. That phone call was reportedly with Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet, whom she referred to as "uncle", at a time when border tensions were rising between the neighbouring countries. A ruling on her case is expected on September 18, and could lead to her dismissal or even potential legal penalties.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/6-countries-watching-cambodia-thailand-war-escalation-closely-1753432226566">6 countries watching Cambodia-Thailand war escalation closely</a><h2>Shinawatra family's rise and fall represents ground-level support against conservatives</h2>Despite all the corruption allegations, the Shinawatra family has long represented the rural and working-class population of Thailand, often in opposition to the elite and conservative military-aligned groups. Rural people, particularly in the north and northeast region known as Isaan, form their political base. The family faced military coups in both 2006 and 2014, as well as aggressive legal actions. Their supporters view these as attempts to neutralise their influence, while critics accuse the family of corruption, policy recklessness, and dynastic rule.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/top-5-weak-spots-in-thailand-s-border-that-cambodia-could-exploit-1753464909853">Top 5 weak spots in Thailand’s border that Cambodia could exploit</a><h2>Shinawatra clan at a crossroads</h2>Despite their tenacity, the Shinawatra clan stands at a crossroads, with Thaksin in prison, Yingluck in exile, and Paetongtarn facing potential dismissal or fines. Their future depends on the outcomes of ongoing legal proceedings. The family's resilience and continuing populist appeal ensure their enduring relevance in Thailand’s turbulent political landscape. &nbsp;

The Shinawatra family, a powerful Thai political dynasty, faces legal turmoil with Thaksin imprisoned, Yingluck in exile, and Paetongtarn suspended as PM. Despite military coups and court rulings, their populist appeal continued. But is the future bleak for the ‘clan of PMs?’



Former Thailand prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra was jailed by the country's Supreme Court on Tuesday (Sep 9) for one year. The case was related to claims that he had not properly served a sentence for corruption and abuse of power handed down in 2023. He will now be moved from a hospital to jail. This is the latest setback for the Shinawatra clan, which is ingrained in the politics of Thailand for decades now. The Shinawatra clan is a powerful family that has had a polarising influence in Thailand's politics. The family has Sino-Thai roots. Thaksin Shinawatra, the family patriarch Thaksin Shinawatra was once a police officer, who later became a telecom billionaire after founding Shin Corporation. The Pheu Thai Party and its predecessors were either led by or supported financially by the Shinawatra clan. Thaksin was Thailand’s Prime Minister from 2001 to 2006 and introduced universal healthcare and rural development programmes. These policies gained him significant support among Thailand’s rural and working-class population. However, he was ousted over corruption and authoritarianism allegations in a 2006 military coup. Thaksin fled to self-imposed exile in 2008, primarily residing in Dubai. Despite being abroad, he continued to influence Thai politics through allied parties. He returned to Thailand in August 2023 after 17 years in exile. Also read: Thailand's former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra sentenced to one year in prison Yingluck Shinawatra, the sister who went into exile Thaksin’s sister Yingluck was Thailand’s first female Prime Minister, elected in 2011. After facing widespread criticism over a costly rice subsidy scheme, she was removed from office by a Constitutional Court ruling in 2014. She fled to exile in August 2017 to avoid a prison sentence for negligence related to the rice scheme. Her destination was Dubai, where she reportedly joined her brother. Yingluck remains a symbolic figure for the family's supporters. https://www.wionews.com/videos/thailand-s-new-prime-minister-thaksin-shinawatra-leaves-thailand-1757065268844/embed Paetongtarn Shinawatra: Rise and fall of the daughter Thaksin returned from exile as his daughter Paetongtarn rose in Thai politics. He was initially granted a royal pardon that reduced his prison sentence, but in August 2025, the Supreme Court upheld a 12-year sentence against him for abuse of power linked to a government bank loan guarantee. Paetongtarn, Thaksin’s youngest daughter, has carried on the political dynasty till she fell from grace. She became prime minister in August 2024 at the age of 37, becoming the country’s youngest leader and its second female PM. In July 2025, she was suspended by the Constitutional Court over allegations of ethical misconduct related to a leaked phone call. That phone call was reportedly with Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet, whom she referred to as "uncle", at a time when border tensions were rising between the neighbouring countries. A ruling on her case is expected on September 18, and could lead to her dismissal or even potential legal penalties. Also read: 6 countries watching Cambodia-Thailand war escalation closely Shinawatra family's rise and fall represents ground-level support against conservatives Despite all the corruption allegations, the Shinawatra family has long represented the rural and working-class population of Thailand, often in opposition to the elite and conservative military-aligned groups. Rural people, particularly in the north and northeast region known as Isaan, form their political base. The family faced military coups in both 2006 and 2014, as well as aggressive legal actions. Their supporters view these as attempts to neutralise their influence, while critics accuse the family of corruption, policy recklessness, and dynastic rule. Also read: Top 5 weak spots in Thailand’s border that Cambodia could exploit Shinawatra clan at a crossroads Despite their tenacity, the Shinawatra clan stands at a crossroads, with Thaksin in prison, Yingluck in exile, and Paetongtarn facing potential dismissal or fines. Their future depends on the outcomes of ongoing legal proceedings. The family's resilience and continuing populist appeal ensure their enduring relevance in Thailand’s turbulent political landscape.

The Shinawatra family, a powerful Thai political dynasty, faces legal turmoil with Thaksin imprisoned, Yingluck in exile, and Paetongtarn suspended as PM. Despite military coups and court rulings, their populist appeal continued. But is the future bleak for the ‘clan of PMs?’&nbsp;

Thaksin jailed, daughter Paetongtarn ousted as PM,  sister in exile: Money, power and misfortune of the Shinawatra 'clan of prime ministers'

An American anarchist activist group staged a provocative protest outside the United Nations headquarters in New York, kicking around a mock severed head of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as a football. The group, known as INDECLINE, released a video of the event, which they called “Freedom Kick.”“The ball is the head of Benjamin Netanyahu,” the video says, showing activists, many masked, playing the game in front of the UN building and an Israeli flag. The footage ends with the group announcing that the fake head has been donated to what they call “The Palestinian Genocide Museum.”Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-responsibility-is-inevitable-ukraine-s-intelligence-taunts-russia-by-secretly-planting-posters-across-moscow-1757392364347">‘Responsibility is inevitable’: Ukraine’s intelligence taunts Russia by 'secretly planting' posters across Moscow</a><h2>Punk soundtrack and symbolic message</h2>The video, set to punk rock music, shows several activists kicking the Netanyahu head across a field, before posing with it for the camera. The group said the stunt was timed ahead of this month’s UN General Assembly, where world leaders, including Netanyahu, are expected to gather.

<h2>Israel steps up warnings on Gaza</h2>The protest comes as tensions continue to escalate in Gaza. Israel on Monday ordered residents of Gaza City to evacuate, warning that intensified airstrikes and a possible ground assault would follow if Hamas does not release the remaining 48 hostages it is holding and surrender.Prime Minister Netanyahu said, “I say to the residents of Gaza (City): you have been warned, get out of there!” He added that Israel had already destroyed 50 “terror towers” in preparation for an upcoming offensive. Defence Minister Israel Katz wrote on X, “A mighty hurricane will hit the skies of Gaza City today, and the roofs of the terror towers will shake.”Residents reported heavy bombardment and explosions in the city, while Hamas was said to be reviewing a new ceasefire proposal delivered by Washington. President Donald Trump has warned the militant group that it is their “last chance.”

American anarchist group INDECLINE staged a protest outside the UN, kicking a fake head of Netanyahu as a football, condemning Israel and donating the prop to a so-called Palestinian Genocide Museum.

An American anarchist activist group staged a provocative protest outside the United Nations headquarters in New York, kicking around a mock severed head of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as a football. The group, known as INDECLINE, released a video of the event, which they called “Freedom Kick.” “The ball is the head of Benjamin Netanyahu,” the video says, showing activists, many masked, playing the game in front of the UN building and an Israeli flag. The footage ends with the group announcing that the fake head has been donated to what they call “The Palestinian Genocide Museum.” Also read: ‘Responsibility is inevitable’: Ukraine’s intelligence taunts Russia by 'secretly planting' posters across Moscow Punk soundtrack and symbolic message The video, set to punk rock music, shows several activists kicking the Netanyahu head across a field, before posing with it for the camera. The group said the stunt was timed ahead of this month’s UN General Assembly, where world leaders, including Netanyahu, are expected to gather.

American anarchist group INDECLINE staged a protest outside the UN, kicking a fake head of Netanyahu as a football, condemning Israel and donating the prop to a so-called Palestinian Genocide Museum.

WATCH | US activist group plays ‘soccer’ with mock Netanyahu head outside UN headquarters

A freight train in Mexico smashed into a double-decker bus, killing ten. The train operator said that the bus was trying to move past it and was making attempts to do so. The incident that took place on Monday (September 8) has left over 60 people injured. In a video captured, vehicles can be seen lined up and after waiting, the bus moved just as the train came closer and at a considerable speed.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">CCTV shows train hitting double-decker bus in Mexico, leaving 10 dead<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MexicoBusCrash?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MexicoBusCrash</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Mexico?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Mexico</a> <a href="https://t.co/m1JsDpCRSo">pic.twitter.com/m1JsDpCRSo</a>&mdash; WION (@WIONews) <a href="https://twitter.com/WIONews/status/1965235727073218970?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 9, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The accident took place in an industrial zone which is located on the highway between Atlacomulco. The town is approximately 115km to the northwest of Mexico City.

Ten killed in an accident that took place in Mexico. A double-decker bus and a freight train collided.

A freight train in Mexico smashed into a double-decker bus, killing ten. The train operator said that the bus was trying to move past it and was making attempts to do so. The incident that took place on Monday (September 8) has left over 60 people injured. In a video captured, vehicles can be seen lined up and after waiting, the bus moved just as the train came closer and at a considerable speed.

Ten killed in an accident that took place in Mexico. A double-decker bus and a freight train collided.

10 killed, over 60 injured as freight train collides with double-decker bus in Mexico

A mysterious Russian radio station broadcasting static since the 1970s, sent out two cryptic messages on Monday (Sep 8), breaking away from the usual buzzing sound. A video of the messages went viral on social media, with users raising concerns that Moscow could be up to something big. Who the messages spoken in Russian were addressed to is unclear. The shortwave station is also known as "Doomsday Radio" since some people believe it is linked to Russia's nuclear command system. The Cold War-era radio station is around 18 miles from Moscow and is reportedly part of a secret military communications network. The cryptic messages consisted of numbers and letters as codewords. One of them includes the call sign "NZHTI," which has been used before, on May 19, when US President Donald Trump was speaking to Russian President Vladimir Putin on the phone. Then there was "HOTEL," and the numbers, 38, 965, 78, 58, 88, 37.Also Read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-doomsday-clock-ticking-towards-midnight-must-avert-nuclear-catastrophe-warns-russia-1750864097564"> ‘Doomsday Clock’ ticking towards midnight, must avert nuclear catastrophe, warns Russia</a>&nbsp;The messages triggered chatter on the internet as soon as it was revealed that the doomsday radio had once again interrupted the buzzing sound. A user wrote on X, "Those codewords sound straight out of a Cold War thriller. Who's listening and why now?" Freelance radio monitor Ary Boender from Holland told Popular Mechanics that some think it is "an old Soviet Dead Man's Switch that triggers a nuclear attack on the west when it stops buzzing." Other theories she has heard include it being a beacon for UFOs, or "a mind control device with which the Russians can program your mind." However, these are all theories since the radio is shrouded in mystery and its true purpose has never been revealed. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/-doomsday-cloud-seen-in-maryland-triggers-panic-amid-storm-and-tornado-watch-1752320402522">'Doomsday cloud' seen in Maryland triggers panic amid storm and tornado watch</a>&nbsp;<h2>Hear the messages in the post below</h2>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Russia’s UVB-76 ‘Doomsday Radio’ makes its second cryptic broadcast today Codewords ‘NZHTI’ and ‘HOTEL’ spelt out for unknown listeners far from the motherland. <a href="https://t.co/xewXElOFVT">pic.twitter.com/xewXElOFVT</a>&mdash; Chay Bowes (@BowesChay) <a href="https://twitter.com/BowesChay/status/1965096658812965066?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 8, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Is the Russian government using the "Doomsday Radio"?</h2>Meanwhile, experts believe that the Russian government is using the radio station. Professor David Stupples, an electronic and radio engineering professor at the City University of London, told the publication that the Cold War-era station has presumably been kept active "as a fail-safe in case of nuclear war." He added that if the Russian government is using the "Doomsday Radio", "it wouldn't be for peaceful purposes."&nbsp;The last time the radio buzzed was when Trump and Putin got on the phone in May. Two cryptic messages transmitted were - "NZhTI 89905 BLEFOPUF 4097 5573" and "NZhTI 01263 BOLTANKA 4430 9529." The coded messages remain undeciphered, just like the recent one likely would.&nbsp;<h2>What is the Russia Doomsday Radio?</h2>Its official and original call sign is UVB-76, in 1982. Researchers first took note of the mysterious radio was in 1982 when it buzzed a series of beeps. In 1992, 25 buzzing sounds, each less than a second long, were transmitted every minute. A horn sound accompanied it. Each time the radio buzzed, the tone and pitch differed, likely because of the encoding. Stupples and other researchers say this diversity in sound in UVB-76 is "highly unusual" if all it was delivering were regular messages.

Russian Doomsday Radio came alive once again on Monday, transmitting two secret coded messages carrying letters and numbers as codewords. The radio is from the time of the Cold War, and some people think it is a fail-safe that Moscow has kept functional in case a nuclear war breaks out.

A mysterious Russian radio station broadcasting static since the 1970s, sent out two cryptic messages on Monday (Sep 8), breaking away from the usual buzzing sound. A video of the messages went viral on social media, with users raising concerns that Moscow could be up to something big. Who the messages spoken in Russian were addressed to is unclear. The shortwave station is also known as "Doomsday Radio" since some people believe it is linked to Russia's nuclear command system. The Cold War-era radio station is around 18 miles from Moscow and is reportedly part of a secret military communications network. The cryptic messages consisted of numbers and letters as codewords. One of them includes the call sign "NZHTI," which has been used before, on May 19, when US President Donald Trump was speaking to Russian President Vladimir Putin on the phone. Then there was "HOTEL," and the numbers, 38, 965, 78, 58, 88, 37. Also Read: ‘Doomsday Clock’ ticking towards midnight, must avert nuclear catastrophe, warns Russia The messages triggered chatter on the internet as soon as it was revealed that the doomsday radio had once again interrupted the buzzing sound. A user wrote on X, "Those codewords sound straight out of a Cold War thriller. Who's listening and why now?" Freelance radio monitor Ary Boender from Holland told Popular Mechanics that some think it is "an old Soviet Dead Man's Switch that triggers a nuclear attack on the west when it stops buzzing." Other theories she has heard include it being a beacon for UFOs, or "a mind control device with which the Russians can program your mind." However, these are all theories since the radio is shrouded in mystery and its true purpose has never been revealed. Also Read: 'Doomsday cloud' seen in Maryland triggers panic amid storm and tornado watch Hear the messages in the post below

Russian "Doomsday Radio" came alive once again on Monday, transmitting two secret coded messages carrying letters and numbers as codewords. The radio is from the time of the Cold War, and some people think it is a fail-safe that Moscow has kept functional in case a nuclear war breaks out.

Russian 'Doomsday Radio' buzzes again, transmits two coded messages: LISTEN!

India and Pakistan will be facing off at the FIH Hockey Men's Junior (Under-21) World Cup that is to be hosted in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu between November and December. The high-profile match between arch-rival nations is scheduled to be held in Chennai on 29th&nbsp;November. According to the match schedule, the event featuring 24 teams would be hosted in Tamil Nadu's capital city, Chennai, and the state's cultural capital city Madurai, about 450 km south of Chennai.This will be the third FIH Junior Men’s World Cup to be held in India and the 14th overall. India hosted the 2016 edition in Lucknow and the 2021 edition in Bhubaneswar. Scheduled be held between November 28th and December 10th, for the first time, the tournament will see 24 teams competing for the coveted title.The FIH Men’s Junior Hockey World Cup was initially a 12-team tournament, which increased to 16 in the 2001 edition. The 2023 edition of the FIH Junior Men’s Hockey World Cup in Malaysia also featured 16 teams.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-chris-gayle-accuses-punjab-kings-of-disrespecting-him-makes-shocking-revelation-1757331244469">Gayle accuses THIS IPL franchise of disrespecting him; makes shocking revelation</a>Speaking about the upcoming World Cup, Dilip Tirkey, veteran Indian hockey player and President of Hockey India, said, perhaps, it is the first time that the Junior World Cup is being hosted in two venues. He also hailed the Indian Men’s hockey which was crowned Asia Cup 2025 champions after they beat the Republic of Korea 4-1.&nbsp;With the win, India ended their eight-year wait to regain their title and qualified for the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 in the Netherlands and Belgium. This was India’s fourth Asia Cup hockey win. Their last triumph came in 2017 in Dhaka.However, there are concerns about the timing of the event, as it would be taking place during the peak of the northeast monsoon season when Tamil Nadu receives a significant amount of rainfall, and witnesses extreme weather due to cyclonic storms. Officials clarified that amid a packed International hockey calendar and back-to-back matches, this chosen period is the most suitable for all International teams.&nbsp;Releasing the event schedule, Tamil Nadu Sports Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin said that the State Government has allocated Rs. 65crores ($7.4mn) for organising the event and scaling up infrastructure. This will include the establishment of a synthetic turf in Madurai. He added that the State has had a legacy of hosting International sporting events such as the 44th FIDE Chess Olympiad, Squash World Cup, Asian Hockey Champions Trophy, Khelo India Youth games, Chennai Open WTA 250, among others.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-vs-pak-asia-cup-2025-match-time-date-venue-history-and-past-record-1757317743108">India vs Pak, Asia Cup 2025: Match time, date, venue, history and past record</a>In the FIH Hockey Men's Junior World Cup tournament, Germany are the most successful team with seven titles. They are also the defending champions, having beaten France in the 2023 final played at the National Hockey Stadium in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.Meanwhile, India had settled for a fourth-place finish after losing 3-1 to Spain in 2023. It was the second time in two editions that the junior Indian hockey team lost the third-place match. India had finished in the same position in 2021 after losing to France 3-1.India are the two-time FIH Hockey Junior World Cup champions, having won the titles in 2001 and 2016. &nbsp;

The high-profile match between arch-rivals India and Pakistan is scheduled to be held in Chennai on 29th November. 

India and Pakistan will be facing off at the FIH Hockey Men's Junior (Under-21) World Cup that is to be hosted in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu between November and December. The high-profile match between arch-rival nations is scheduled to be held in Chennai on 29th November. According to the match schedule, the event featuring 24 teams would be hosted in Tamil Nadu's capital city, Chennai, and the state's cultural capital city Madurai, about 450 km south of Chennai. This will be the third FIH Junior Men’s World Cup to be held in India and the 14th overall. India hosted the 2016 edition in Lucknow and the 2021 edition in Bhubaneswar. Scheduled be held between November 28th and December 10th, for the first time, the tournament will see 24 teams competing for the coveted title. The FIH Men’s Junior Hockey World Cup was initially a 12-team tournament, which increased to 16 in the 2001 edition. The 2023 edition of the FIH Junior Men’s Hockey World Cup in Malaysia also featured 16 teams. Also read | Gayle accuses THIS IPL franchise of disrespecting him; makes shocking revelation Speaking about the upcoming World Cup, Dilip Tirkey, veteran Indian hockey player and President of Hockey India, said, perhaps, it is the first time that the Junior World Cup is being hosted in two venues. He also hailed the Indian Men’s hockey which was crowned Asia Cup 2025 champions after they beat the Republic of Korea 4-1. With the win, India ended their eight-year wait to regain their title and qualified for the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 in the Netherlands and Belgium. This was India’s fourth Asia Cup hockey win. Their last triumph came in 2017 in Dhaka. However, there are concerns about the timing of the event, as it would be taking place during the peak of the northeast monsoon season when Tamil Nadu receives a significant amount of rainfall, and witnesses extreme weather due to cyclonic storms. Officials clarified that amid a packed International hockey calendar and back-to-back matches, this chosen period is the most suitable for all International teams. Releasing the event schedule, Tamil Nadu Sports Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin said that the State Government has allocated Rs. 65crores ($7.4mn) for organising the event and scaling up infrastructure. This will include the establishment of a synthetic turf in Madurai. He added that the State has had a legacy of hosting International sporting events such as the 44th FIDE Chess Olympiad, Squash World Cup, Asian Hockey Champions Trophy, Khelo India Youth games, Chennai Open WTA 250, among others. Also read | India vs Pak, Asia Cup 2025: Match time, date, venue, history and past record In the FIH Hockey Men's Junior World Cup tournament, Germany are the most successful team with seven titles. They are also the defending champions, having beaten France in the 2023 final played at the National Hockey Stadium in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Meanwhile, India had settled for a fourth-place finish after losing 3-1 to Spain in 2023. It was the second time in two editions that the junior Indian hockey team lost the third-place match. India had finished in the same position in 2021 after losing to France 3-1. India are the two-time FIH Hockey Junior World Cup champions, having won the titles in 2001 and 2016.

The high-profile match between arch-rivals India and Pakistan is scheduled to be held in Chennai on 29th&nbsp;November.&nbsp;

India, Pak to faceoff at FIH Hockey Men's Junior World Cup in Tamil Nadu

Ukraine’s military intelligence agency, HUR, marked its 33rd anniversary on 7 September with a bold move inside Russia’s capital. Posters reading “Responsibility is inevitable” were put up in public spaces across Moscow, each bearing the agency’s logo, a source told the Kyiv Independent.The signs appeared on fences, bus stops, parks, poles and walls across several districts. A HUR source said. “Residents of the capital of so-called Russia can obviously expect special congratulations from Ukrainian military intelligence soon.” The agency was founded on 7 September 1992, just a year after Ukraine declared independence from the Soviet Union.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-legitimate-targets-putin-calls-for-full-stop-on-plans-to-put-western-troops-in-ukraine-warns-they-will-be-targeted-by-moscow-1757058799740">‘Legitimate targets’: Putin calls for 'full stop' on plans to put Western troops in Ukraine, warns they will be targeted by Moscow</a><h2>Posters follow record Russian drone and missile attack</h2>The posters appeared just hours after Russia carried out its largest drone strike of the war. Moscow launched 810 Shahed-type drones overnight, along with 13 cruise and ballistic missiles. The barrage killed at least four people, injured 44 others, and even struck the Cabinet of Ministers building in central Kyiv.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trying-to-woo-trump-russia-races-for-rare-earths-months-after-us-seals-ukraine-minerals-deal-1757053569592">Trying to woo Trump? Russia races for rare earths months after US seals Ukraine minerals deal</a><h2>Track record of strikes inside Russia</h2>Ukraine’s HUR has taken credit for a series of operations inside Russian territory. In August, it said it launched a drone attack on Russian military logistics in Voronezh Oblast, damaging infrastructure at a transport hub.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/the-wonderful-secret-behind-a-pal-is-a-wonderful-thing-trump-epstein-note-sparks-fresh-controversy-1757383723975">Trump’s ‘wonderful secret’ Epstein note reignites debate; White House denies</a>A source also told the Kyiv Independent that an explosion on 26 August caused a fire at the Ryazan-Moscow oil pipeline, a vital supply route for petroleum products to the capital. The cause of the blast has not been confirmed.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/who-were-the-founding-fathers-of-the-us-monuments-cities-and-places-named-after-them-1757336018446">Who were the founding fathers of the US? Monuments, cities and places named after them</a>

On its 33rd anniversary, Ukraine’s military intelligence placed posters across Moscow declaring “Responsibility is inevitable,” signalling a bold message inside Russia and hinting at further actions to come.

Ukraine’s military intelligence agency, HUR, marked its 33rd anniversary on 7 September with a bold move inside Russia’s capital. Posters reading “Responsibility is inevitable” were put up in public spaces across Moscow, each bearing the agency’s logo, a source told the Kyiv Independent. The signs appeared on fences, bus stops, parks, poles and walls across several districts. A HUR source said. “Residents of the capital of so-called Russia can obviously expect special congratulations from Ukrainian military intelligence soon.” The agency was founded on 7 September 1992, just a year after Ukraine declared independence from the Soviet Union. Also read: ‘Legitimate targets’: Putin calls for 'full stop' on plans to put Western troops in Ukraine, warns they will be targeted by Moscow Posters follow record Russian drone and missile attack The posters appeared just hours after Russia carried out its largest drone strike of the war. Moscow launched 810 Shahed-type drones overnight, along with 13 cruise and ballistic missiles. The barrage killed at least four people, injured 44 others, and even struck the Cabinet of Ministers building in central Kyiv. Also read: Trying to woo Trump? Russia races for rare earths months after US seals Ukraine minerals deal Track record of strikes inside Russia Ukraine’s HUR has taken credit for a series of operations inside Russian territory. In August, it said it launched a drone attack on Russian military logistics in Voronezh Oblast, damaging infrastructure at a transport hub. Also read: Trump’s ‘wonderful secret’ Epstein note reignites debate; White House denies A source also told the Kyiv Independent that an explosion on 26 August caused a fire at the Ryazan-Moscow oil pipeline, a vital supply route for petroleum products to the capital. The cause of the blast has not been confirmed. Also read: Who were the founding fathers of the US? Monuments, cities and places named after them

On its 33rd anniversary, Ukraine’s military intelligence placed posters across Moscow declaring “Responsibility is inevitable,” signalling a bold message inside Russia and hinting at further actions to come.

‘Responsibility is inevitable’: Ukraine’s intelligence taunts Russia by 'secretly planting' posters across Moscow

Thailand’s Supreme Court on Tuesday (September 9) handed a fresh one-year jail order to former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra, ruling that he had unlawfully avoided serving a 2023 prison sentence by staying in a hospital instead of behind bars. The 76-year-old tycoon-turned-politician was originally sentenced to eight years on corruption and abuse of power charges after his dramatic return from self-imposed exile in August 2023. His term was later cut to one year through a royal pardon, and he was released early under provisions for elderly inmates. However, he never actually spent a night in prison, moving straight to a private hospital on arrival.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-responsibility-is-inevitable-ukraine-s-intelligence-taunts-russia-by-secretly-planting-posters-across-moscow-1757392364347">‘Responsibility is inevitable’: Ukraine’s intelligence taunts Russia by 'secretly planting' posters across Moscow</a>&nbsp;In its judgment, the court declared that Thaksin’s medical condition was not severe enough to justify bypassing prison and that his hospital stay could not be considered time served. A warrant has now been issued to transfer him to Bangkok Remand Prison to begin the sentence. For more than two decades, the Shinawatra family has been locked in a fierce struggle with the conservative, military-royalist establishment, who see their populist politics as a direct challenge to the country’s traditional order.&nbsp;&nbsp;But the dynasty’s dominance has weakened in recent years through repeated legal and political blows, the latest being the removal of Thaksin’s daughter, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, from the prime minister’s office just last month. Arriving at court on Tuesday, Thaksin appeared relaxed, smiling for photographs alongside Paetongtarn, who later told reporters that her father remained “in good spirits” and continued to be seen by supporters as a guiding figure for Thailand.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-once-accused-of-marital-rape-dismisses-domestic-violence-as-little-fight-with-wife-1757387427951">Trump, once accused of marital rape, dismisses domestic violence as ‘little fight with wife’</a>&nbsp;Thaksin first swept to power in 2001 and secured re-election in 2005 before being toppled in a military coup and choosing exile over imprisonment. His highly choreographed return in 2023, which coincided with his Pheu Thai party regaining power, raised suspicions of a political bargain and accusations that he had received special treatment.&nbsp;The Supreme Court’s Political Office Division opened an inquiry in April, questioning prison and medical officials to determine whether Thaksin had properly served his sentence. The verdict came just days after the fall of the Pheu Thai-led government, when Paetongtarn was disqualified by the Constitutional Court over an ethics violation linked to a dispute with Cambodia. A new coalition headed by former ally Anutin Charnvirakul took office on Sunday. Thai media reported that Thaksin briefly flew out of the country by private jet before the ruling, sparking speculation that he might flee. But he returned on Monday, a day before the judgment was delivered.<h2>Thaksin in ‘good spirits’ despite jail sentence: Daughter</h2>Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra is "in good spirits" despite the Supreme Court’s order sending him back to prison for a one-year term, his daughter Paetongtarn said on Tuesday. Speaking to reporters outside the court, Paetongtarn, herself a former prime minister, described her father as a continuing source of guidance and inspiration. “My father remains a spiritual leader—through his past political service, his contributions to the nation, and his genuine desire to improve people’s lives,” she said.

Thailand's former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra sentenced to one year in prison

Thailand’s Supreme Court on Tuesday (September 9) handed a fresh one-year jail order to former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra, ruling that he had unlawfully avoided serving a 2023 prison sentence by staying in a hospital instead of behind bars. The 76-year-old tycoon-turned-politician was originally sentenced to eight years on corruption and abuse of power charges after his dramatic return from self-imposed exile in August 2023. His term was later cut to one year through a royal pardon, and he was released early under provisions for elderly inmates. However, he never actually spent a night in prison, moving straight to a private hospital on arrival. Also Read: ‘Responsibility is inevitable’: Ukraine’s intelligence taunts Russia by 'secretly planting' posters across Moscow In its judgment, the court declared that Thaksin’s medical condition was not severe enough to justify bypassing prison and that his hospital stay could not be considered time served. A warrant has now been issued to transfer him to Bangkok Remand Prison to begin the sentence. For more than two decades, the Shinawatra family has been locked in a fierce struggle with the conservative, military-royalist establishment, who see their populist politics as a direct challenge to the country’s traditional order. But the dynasty’s dominance has weakened in recent years through repeated legal and political blows, the latest being the removal of Thaksin’s daughter, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, from the prime minister’s office just last month. Arriving at court on Tuesday, Thaksin appeared relaxed, smiling for photographs alongside Paetongtarn, who later told reporters that her father remained “in good spirits” and continued to be seen by supporters as a guiding figure for Thailand. Also Read: Trump, once accused of marital rape, dismisses domestic violence as ‘little fight with wife’ Thaksin first swept to power in 2001 and secured re-election in 2005 before being toppled in a military coup and choosing exile over imprisonment. His highly choreographed return in 2023, which coincided with his Pheu Thai party regaining power, raised suspicions of a political bargain and accusations that he had received special treatment. The Supreme Court’s Political Office Division opened an inquiry in April, questioning prison and medical officials to determine whether Thaksin had properly served his sentence. The verdict came just days after the fall of the Pheu Thai-led government, when Paetongtarn was disqualified by the Constitutional Court over an ethics violation linked to a dispute with Cambodia. A new coalition headed by former ally Anutin Charnvirakul took office on Sunday. Thai media reported that Thaksin briefly flew out of the country by private jet before the ruling, sparking speculation that he might flee. But he returned on Monday, a day before the judgment was delivered. Thaksin in ‘good spirits’ despite jail sentence: Daughter Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra is "in good spirits" despite the Supreme Court’s order sending him back to prison for a one-year term, his daughter Paetongtarn said on Tuesday. Speaking to reporters outside the court, Paetongtarn, herself a former prime minister, described her father as a continuing source of guidance and inspiration. “My father remains a spiritual leader—through his past political service, his contributions to the nation, and his genuine desire to improve people’s lives,” she said.

Thailand’s Supreme Court on Tuesday (September 9) ruled that former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra wrongly served his 2023 prison sentence in a hospital suite and must now spend one year in jail

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