Kulman Ghising, the former CEO of Nepal Electricity Authority, has emerged as the frontrunner for interim prime minister after KP Sharma Oli’s resignation. Ghising, credited with ending years of daily power cuts, is widely respected across Nepal. A graduate in electrical engineering from Jamshedpur, India, he later earned a master’s degree from Tribhuvan University. He rose through the ranks at NEA and became a household name in 2016 for fixing Nepal’s load-shedding crisis. Ghising was sacked in March 2025, sparking backlash. Protesters, mainly Gen Z, now see him as a capable leader to guide Nepal through political unrest. (PC: HT)

Balendra Shah, Kathmandu's popular mayor known as Balen, has endorsed former Chief Justice Sushila Karki to lead Nepal's interim government following KP Sharma Oli's resignation amid deadly Gen-Z protests. The rapper-turned-politician urged protesters to remain patient and avoid rushing government formation. Over 30 people died and 500 were injured during violent demonstrations that erupted over social media bans and corruption allegations. The Army has assumed control to maintain order while prohibitory measures prevent further violence. Protesters torched government buildings and parliament before Oli stepped down. Shah emphasized the need for mature leadership and warned political aspirants against hasty power grabs, calling this Nepal's path toward a "golden future." (PC: X)

Charlie Kirk, 31-year-old founder of Turning Point USA and prominent conservative activist, was fatally shot during a speaking event at Utah Valley University on September 10, 2025. The incident occurred while Kirk was addressing over 3,000 attendees and answering questions about gun violence. Utah Department of Public Safety Commissioner Beau Mason confirmed investigators believe this was a targeted attack, with the shot potentially fired from a rooftop. Two initially detained suspects were later released, and a manhunt continues. The assassination drew bipartisan condemnation, with President Trump calling it "a dark moment for America." Kirk was known for defending Trump's populist conservatism and engaging in campus debates nationwide.

A manhunt is underway after conservative activist Charlie Kirk, 31, was shot dead during an event at Utah Valley University. Police said the gunman fired from a rooftop before fleeing. Two men were detained but later released, with officials saying they had “no current ties” to the case. Authorities have not confirmed any clear leads. Mourners gathered at a memorial with flowers. US President Donald Trump called the killing a “heinous assassination” and a “dark moment for America.” Kirk, who founded Turning Point USA at 18, was considered a close ally of Trump and his family. (PC: BBC)

Confusion followed the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, 31, at Utah Valley University. Authorities first said a suspect was in custody, but later confirmed no one is being held. FBI director Kash Patel said a person was detained for questioning but released. Officials believe the shooter fired a single shot from a rooftop, calling it a “targeted attack.” Kirk was struck while answering a question and later died at a hospital. Utah Governor Spencer Cox called it a “political assassination.” A manhunt is underway, with CCTV showing a suspect in dark clothing. The gunman remains at large. (PC: AFP)

A video of US President Donald Trump reacting to Charlie Kirk’s killing has sparked online debate, with some claiming it was AI-generated. The clip, shared by the White House, shows Trump calling Kirk a “martyr for truth” and blaming the “radical left” for political violence. X users flagged “glitches” in the footage, saying Trump’s body and hands barely moved. Others argued it was simply edited with transitions. The video has over 3.4 million views. Trump’s message came after Kirk, 31, a conservative activist and Turning Point USA co-founder, was shot dead in what officials called a “political assassination.”

Conservative activist Charlie Kirk, 31, was shot dead while answering questions at Utah Valley University. His final exchange was with a student who asked, “Do you know how many mass shooters there have been in America over the last 10 years?” Kirk replied, “Counting or not counting gang violence?” Seconds later, a bullet struck his neck, and he collapsed as the crowd screamed and fled. Authorities believe the shot came from a rooftop and have launched a manhunt. President Donald Trump called Kirk “great, and even legendary.” Democrats also condemned the killing, calling it an attack on democracy. (PC: NDTV)

The UK will begin mass-producing interceptor drones to support Ukraine against Russian air attacks. The drones were designed by Ukraine with help from British scientists and are said to be highly effective against Moscow’s Shahed drones. Defence Secretary John Healey will announce details at a London trade show. The project is the first under a new UK-Ukraine technology-sharing deal signed earlier this year by Prime Minister Keir Starmer and President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The news came after Russian drones entered Polish airspace, prompting NATO forces to respond. Poland called the incident the most serious threat to its security since World War Two. (PC: Reuters)

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu defended Israel's military strike on Hamas headquarters in Qatar's Doha, drawing parallels to America's post 9/11 response. Netanyahu called October 7 Israel's "9/11 moment" and accused Qatar of harboring Hamas terrorists while providing them "sumptuous villas" and financing. He referenced US operations against Al-Qaeda in Afghanistan and killing Osama bin Laden in Pakistan, stating "We did exactly what America did." Netanyahu urged nations harboring terrorists to "either expel them or bring them to justice" or face Israeli action. Qatar condemned the strike as "cowardly" and violating international law. The attack occurred as Hamas leaders gathered to consider a US ceasefire proposal, marking significant escalation.

Conservative activist Charlie Kirk, 31, was shot dead on Wednesday during a student event at Utah Valley University. Police said the shooter fired from a rooftop overlooking the courtyard, striking Kirk around 12:20 pm local time. He was rushed to Timpanogos Regional Hospital but later died. Nearly 3,000 people were present at the event. Two men, George Zinn and Zachariah Qureshi, were briefly detained but released after questioning. The FBI has now launched a manhunt and opened a digital tip line. Utah’s governor called it a “political assassination.” US President Donald Trump called Kirk “a martyr for truth and freedom.” (PC: Reuters)