Resignation
Nepal’s Gen Z historic protests resigns Prime Minister Sharma Oli
Kathmandu, Nepal– In a dramatic turn of events, Nepal’s Prime Minister Khadga Prasad Sharma Oli has resigned, a day after deadly protests over alleged government corruption and social media censorship claimed 19 lives. The protests, led by Gen Z demonstrators, saw widespread unrest across the country, with protesters defying a curfew and clashing with security […]
Japan’s ruling party to elect new Prime Minister after PM Ishiba’s resignation
Japan‘s Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) is set to choose its next leader on October 4, following Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba’s resignation on Sunday. Ishiba stepped down after facing major electoral setbacks, including a crushing loss in July’s upper-house elections. The party’s next leader will likely become Japan’s prime minister if they secure a majority in […]
Japan’s Prime Minister Ishiba resigns amid coalition’s historic election defeat
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba has announced his resignation as president of the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) following a historic defeat in the July election. Ishiba’s decision comes after weeks of resistance to calls for his resignation from within the party. Initially, he wanted to ensure the proper implementation of a tariff deal struck with […]
David Lammy appointed new UK Deputy Prime Minister amid cabinet reshuffle
Following Angela Rayner’s resignation as Deputy Prime Minister and Housing Minister, Prime Minister Keir Starmer has appointed David Lammy to the role. Lammy will also serve as Justice Secretary, overseeing the Ministry of Justice. This move comes after Rayner stepped down amid controversy over her tax affairs, specifically her underpayment of stamp duty on a […]
UK deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner resigns amid tax scandal
UK Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner has stepped down from her roles as housing minister and deputy leader of Labour after a probe found she violated the ministerial code for underpaying tax on her flat. In a letter to Prime Minister Keir Starmer, Rayner conceded she “did not meet the highest standards” and expressed regret […]
Health experts demand resignation of US health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
More than 20 prominent health groups and medical associations have called for the resignation of US Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., accusing him of putting lives at risk by disregarding decades of lifesaving science and reversing medical progress. The groups, including the Infectious Diseases Society of America, the American Public Health Association, and the […]
Dutch foreign minister resigns over Israel sanctions deadlock
Dutch Foreign Minister Caspar Veldkamp has resigned after failing to secure cabinet support for additional sanctions against Israel over its military onslaught in Gaza. Veldkamp, a member of the centre-right New Social Contract party, cited the lack of internal consensus as a key reason for his resignation. “I feel constrained in setting the course I […]
Prime Minister Steps Down Amidst Investigations and Protests
Lithuanian Prime Minister Gintautas Paluckas has resigned following investigations into his business dealings, which prompted widespread protests in the Baltic country’s capital, calling for his resignation. President Gitanas Nauseda announced Paluckas’ resignation to the media on Thursday morning. Paluckas confirmed the news in a statement sent by his Social Democrat Party. Paluckas’ resignation is likely […]
Indian Vice President’s Sudden Resignation Sparks Speculation
The sudden resignation of India‘s Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar has sent shockwaves through the country’s political landscape. Dhankhar, who also serves as the chairman of the upper house of parliament, announced his resignation on the first day of the monsoon session, citing health concerns. His decision was conveyed to President Droupadi Murmu through a letter, in […]
Astronomer CEO Resigns After Viral Coldplay Concert Incident
The CEO of US-based tech company Astronomer, Andy Byron, has resigned following a viral video showing him embracing a colleague at a Coldplay concert. The company confirmed Byron’s resignation in a statement, emphasizing that their leaders are expected to set the standard in both conduct and accountability. According to the company, “Our leaders are expected […]