International News: The government was ousted from power after strong demonstrations of the Gen-Z movement in Nepal. After the political crisis deepened amid violent protests on Tuesday, the reins of the country were handed over to former Chief Justice Sushila Karki. 73-year-old Karki has been the first woman Chief Justice of Nepal. In her first interview given on Wednesday, Karki expressed her positive feelings towards India and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. She said,

"I say namaste to Modi ji. I have a good image of Modi ji in my mind."

Reacted to contact with India

Karki admitted that official contacts between Nepal and India have reduced in recent times, but she expressed hope that talks will start soon. She said, "We are not in touch with India these days... for many days. But we will talk about it. When it is between two countries, some people sit and make policy." She clarified that the relations between the governments of Nepal and India are a separate issue, but there is deep harmony and strong ties between the people of the two countries.

"Many of our relatives and acquaintances are in India. We are very impressed with the Indian leaders and consider them like our brothers and sisters."

Memories of college days

Sushila Karki emotionally recalled her Banaras Hindu University (BHU) days and said, "I still remember my teachers and friends. We had a hostel on the banks of the Ganga. In summer, we used to sleep on the roof." She also said that her ancestral home is in Biratnagar, which is just 25 miles from the Indian border. "We used to go to the market across the border often."

India's help and security situation in Nepal

Karki said that India has always helped Nepal in every difficult time. "We are very close... but when utensils are kept together in the kitchen, there is some noise." He assured that Indians living in Nepal are safe and the army has brought the situation under control.

25 people died in violent protests

• Violence suddenly broke out in the protests after the ban imposed on social media in Nepal.
• At least 25 people were killed in these incidents, while many were injured.
• Karki promised that justice will be given to the families of those killed in the violent incidents.

New signs of India's help

Meanwhile, India has announced to start flights to Kathmandu to evacuate passengers stranded in Nepal. A new beginning is being hoped in diplomatic relations after the political change between the two countries.