World | Other World Stories
Nepal security forces on high alert to stop violence in protests by former communist rebels
The government has ordered police and the army to be on high alert to maintain law and order in the country.
- AP
- Published: 10:12 November 4, 2009
Katmandu, Nepal: Nepal's government has ordered security forces to be on high alert to stop any possible violence during street protests by former communist rebels against the president and government.
Information Minister Shanker Pokhrel says the government has ordered police and the army to be on high alert to maintain law and order in the country.
Thousands of policemen in riot gear were mobilized across the country Wednesday.
More from Other World Stories
More from World
News Editor's choice
-
Golf: Looking back with a sense of pride
Mohammad Juma Bu Amim, golf in DUBAi chief, is pleased with where the game is going in the region
-
Is Doha the new Arab political capital?
Qatar's bold policy stances elicit mixed reactions as the country eases onto Arab centre stage
-
6,000 cups and counting: Addicted to that tea
This cafeteria in Al Mamzar attracts thousands of customers daily, including the rich and not so rich
