In the seventh round, Nikesh was defeated by Danuska M.A.N (rated 1968) and by Amarsena (rated 1914) in the 8th round. Monalisa lost to Lankan players Cooray Sakuni and Abeywickrana in 7th and 8th rounds.
Asian Zonal chess championship from March 18
CPN-UML Chair KP Sharma Oli said Nepal needs a people-led government, not a “foreign puppet,” accusing the current government of undermining sovereignty, the economy and the rule of law.