Nepal Army takes charge of security as protests topple prime minister

The Nepal Army has assumed control of national security from 10pm on Tuesday, following days of anti-government protests that forced prime minister KP Sharma Oli to step down, The Economic Times reports. The decision came hours after protesters stormed and set fire to key government buildings, including the parliament, the Singha Durbar complex, the Supreme Court, political party offices, and homes of senior leaders. The report said the demonstrations, led by the youth-driven “Gen Z” movement, intensified across multiple districts despite curfews and heavy police deployment. At least 19 people were killed in police action on Monday, with scores injured and dozens arrested during clashes. Earlier, the Army said in a statement the move was aimed at ending the chaos...