Kathmandu

Former Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli and former Interior Minister Ramesh Lekhak were arrested in Nepal on Saturday, facing allegations of negligence in deadly protests last September. The arrests have sparked immediate protests and legal challenges, marking a significant political shift under new Prime Minister Balendra Shah.

Balendra Shah, a former rapper and mayor, is gaining traction as a new political force in Nepal, particularly among Generation Z voters. He is running for prime minister with promises to double the economy and create jobs.