Supreme Court Schedules Hearing on Corruption Case Involving Former Minister Ranjita Shrestha

Summary

The Supreme Court of Nepal has scheduled a hearing for the corruption case involving former minister Ranjita Shrestha related to the Lichhibari bribe scandal. The CIAA has appealed against her bail granted by the Special Court.

Key Points
  • The Supreme Court scheduled a hearing on the corruption case involving former minister Ranjita Shrestha.
  • The case relates to the Lichhibari bribe scandal involving 78 lakh rupees.
  • A bail of 5 lakh rupees was granted to Ranjita Shrestha by the Special Court.
  • The CIAA appealed to the Supreme Court, requesting Shrestha be kept in custody during the trial.
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