KATHMANDU, Nov 2: The Supreme Court (SC) has invalidated the presidential pardon given to the Yograj Dhakal, popularly known as Regal,  at the government's recommendation. Regal was  serving a jail term on charge of murdering Chetan Manandhar.

KATHMANDU, Oct 11: In a recent controversial decision, President Ramchandra Paudel granted a presidential pardon to Yograj Dhakal, also known as Regal, a convicted murderer responsible for the death of Chetan Manandhar. This decision has ignited widespread debate and criticism within Nepali society, raising important questions about justice and the rights of crime victims.

KATHMANDU, Oct 6: On the occasion of Constitution Day, the President traditionally grants amnesty to prisoners, a practice that has recently come under scrutiny. This year, the controversy surrounds the presidential pardon given to Yog Dhakal, also known as Regal, the convicted murderer of Chetan Manandhar. Regal was serving a life sentence before he was released through presidential pardon on Constitution Day. President Ramchandra Paudel's decision to grant him amnesty has sparked widespread debate and criticism, from the streets to parliament.