The week in five photos

Summary

President Ramchandra Paudel reads out the government's policy at parliament, opposition protests the PM's absence, Turkish Airlines incident at Tribhuvan Airport, and schoolgirls crossing a busy road in Kathmandu.

Key Points
  • President Ramchandra Paudel reads the government's policy and programme at a joint parliamentary meeting in Singha Durbar.
  • Opposition lawmakers protest the prime minister’s absence during crucial parliamentary discussions.
  • A Turkish Airlines aircraft at Tribhuvan International Airport evacuated safely after smoke from the landing gear.
  • Schoolgirls in Kathmandu cross a busy road against traffic rules, risking safety despite a red signal.
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