Nepal’s ex-PM KP Sharma Oli was arrested over protests’ deadly crackdown, amid ongoing political chaos. He’s a key figure in Nepal’s recent upheaval.
Nepal's recent parliamentary elections resulted in a historic victory for Balendra Shah's centrist Rastriya Swatantra Party, driven by widespread youth protests and discontent with traditional parties. Early results show a likely majority, marking a major political shift amid ongoing tensions and calls for reform.
Nepal held a parliamentary election on March 5, 2026, following a year of youth-led protests that resulted in the resignation of Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli. The vote aims to address political instability, corruption, and economic challenges, with young candidates promising reform. Results are pending, but the election marks a significant shift in Nepal's political landscape.
As of March 22, 2026, Vietnam concluded its five-yearly parliamentary election with the Communist Party maintaining dominance and results expected by March 23. Thailand's Bhumjaithai Party, led by Anutin Charnvirakul, secured a parliamentary majority amid a court challenge over ballot secrecy. Nepal's Rastriya Swatantra Party, led by Balendra Shah, won a historic majority, positioning him as the likely youngest prime minister.
Nepal appointed rapper-turned-politician Balendra Shah as prime minister after his party's landslide victory in March elections. Shah, 35, leads the Rastriya Swatantra Party, which secured a majority amid public frustration over corruption and instability. His rise marks a shift toward youth-led politics.
Nepal has detained former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli and ex-home minister Ramesh Lekhak following investigations into last year's protests that resulted in 76 deaths. The arrests are part of efforts to address violence during the anti-corruption demonstrations, with authorities citing negligence and failure to prevent the crackdown.
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