Sushila Karki, Nepal’s first woman Chief Justice, is set to lead the country’s interim government after the fall of KP Sharma Oli. Gen Z protesters, who forced Oli’s resignation, voted in favor of Karki during a mass online meeting. Known for her zero-tolerance on corruption, Karki once jailed a sitting minister. She studied at Banaras Hindu University (BHU), where she recalled learning both politics and dance. In 2017, she faced impeachment over alleged judicial activism. Protest leaders called her “fearless and fair.” Her appointment now awaits formal approval by Nepal’s army leadership. (PC: India Today)

Russia has denied aiming at Poland after Warsaw said 19 Russian drones entered its airspace during overnight strikes on Ukraine. “No objects on Polish territory were planned to be targeted,” Russia’s defence ministry stated, offering talks with Poland’s defence ministry. Prime Minister Donald Tusk warned Poland is at its “closest to open conflict since World War Two.” Nato chief Mark Rutte called the airspace breach “reckless behaviour,” stressing full solidarity with Poland. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said the incident marked an “extremely dangerous precedent for Europe,” after Russia launched 415 drones in one of its largest attacks. (PC: BBC)

Nepal has been shaken by violent protests after Prime Minister KP Oli resigned. Homes of leaders, government buildings, and even Nepal’s Parliament were set on fire. Former PM Jhalanath Khanal’s wife died in one blaze. Gen Z protesters, who started the movement against corruption and censorship, said they were not behind the arson. They blamed “political opportunists” for hijacking their cause. Groups like Gen Z Nepal and Hami Nepal issued statements online, saying they are working to stop violence. The army has enforced curfew and security in Kathmandu. Many fear the movement could be turned into a political struggle. (PC: India Today)

Nepal’s crisis deepened after Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli resigned, with the army officially taking control of governance. Curfew was imposed across major cities, and troops patrolled streets to restore order. Protesters had earlier set fire to Parliament, the Supreme Court, and government homes. Chaos spread to prisons, where hundreds of inmates tried to escape. Security forces opened fire at Banke jail, leaving 5 dead and several injured. Over 1,600 prisoners have reportedly fled. Army Chief Ashokraj Sigdel met protest leaders and urged dialogue. President Ramchandra Paudel is expected to hold talks with youth protesters soon. (PC: X)

American chess prodigy Abhimanyu Mishra, 16, created history by defeating reigning world champion D. Gukesh at the 2025 FIDE Grand Swiss in Uzbekistan. Mishra outplayed the 19-year-old Indian in 61 moves, becoming the youngest ever to beat a sitting world champion in classical chess. Gukesh, who won the World Championship at 18, faltered early with a risky pawn move. Mishra stayed calm, kept his advantage, and forced Gukesh to resign. The game drew global attention, with several grandmasters watching closely. Mishra, born to Indian parents in New Jersey, is already the youngest grandmaster in history. (PC: The Print)

Nepal remained tense on Wednesday after violent Gen Z-led protests forced Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli to resign. The army took control of security, imposing curfews in Kathmandu and other cities. Protesters set fire to key buildings, including Parliament, the Supreme Court, and hotels. The Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, closed on Tuesday, has now resumed flights, though Indian airlines canceled several services. Over 27 people were arrested for looting and arson, while hundreds of Indians crossed into Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal. The UN urged restraint as Nepal’s President prepared to meet youth protesters demanding political reforms. (PC: X)

Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone celebrated her daughter Dua’s first birthday in a sweet and simple way. Deepika baked a homemade chocolate cake for the occasion and shared a photo on Instagram. She wrote, “My love language? Baking a cake for my daughter’s 1st birthday.” Ranveer Singh and Deepika welcomed Dua on September 8, 2024. The post received love from many celebrities, including Kiara Advani, Vaani Kapoor, and Bhumi Pednekar. Deepika had earlier revealed that Dua means “a prayer.” On the work front, she was last seen in Kalki 2898 AD and will soon appear in Atlee’s film with Allu Arjun. (PC: Instagram)

Nepal remains tense after Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli resigned following violent Gen Z-led protests. The army took control of security, imposing restrictions in Kathmandu, Lalitpur, and Bhaktapur. Protesters set fire to the Parliament building and demanded sweeping reforms. Their key demands include rewriting the Constitution with citizen input, dissolving the current House, holding fair elections, and creating a directly elected executive. They also called for investigations into assets looted over 30 years and reforms in education, health, justice, security, and communications. Families of 22 protesters killed will be recognized with state honors and relief. Unrest continues nationwide. (PC: India Today)

France faced major unrest on Wednesday as the “Block Everything” protest spread across cities, including Paris. Protesters blocked roads, lit fires, and clashed with police. Nearly 200 people were arrested in the first hours, Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau confirmed. A bus was set on fire in Rennes, and damage to a power line disrupted trains in the southwest. Police used tear gas to break barricades and clear traffic. The protest began online, calling for blockades and strikes against budget cuts and inequality. President Emmanuel Macron’s new prime minister, Sébastien Lecornu, faced an immediate challenge on his first day in office. (PC: NDTV)

Poland shot down Russian drones that violated its airspace during overnight strikes on Ukraine. Prime Minister Donald Tusk confirmed it was the first time Russian drones were destroyed over NATO territory. He called it a “large-scale provocation” and said Poland worked with NATO pilots to neutralize the threat. Airports briefly closed and citizens received alerts to avoid drone debris. Ukraine said Russia launched 415 drones and over 40 missiles, with at least eight aimed at Poland. President Volodymyr Zelensky called it “a dangerous precedent for Europe” and urged a strong international response. Russia has not commented. (PC: BBC)