Kishor Shrestha, the chief editor of Jana Aastha, was called to the Cyber Bureau for a discussion on Friday following a complaint against him.
Shrestha was taken from his home in Nakkhu, Lalitpur, by a Cyber Bureau team. A senior official mentioned that the summons was due to a direct complaint, but it does not imply that he has been arrested.
RSP Leader Himesh Pant Files Complaint Against Shrestha
Himesh Pant, a central committee member of the Rastriya Swatantra Party, lodged a complaint against Shrestha with the Cyber Bureau on Thursday concerning a report published in the paper. The specifics of Pant’s accusations were not revealed.
In response, Shrestha also filed a complaint against Pant, leading to a clash over the news report. Police are preparing to discuss the situation with both parties.
Authorities Set to Discuss the Case with Shrestha and Pant
The Cyber Bureau will facilitate discussions between Shrestha and Pant due to complaints from both sides. However, details regarding the issues raised and the police response remain undisclosed.
It will be intriguing to see the Cyber Bureau’s next steps following the complaints from both individuals.
Shrestha’s Previous Arrest by Police
Shrestha was arrested by Kathmandu police on August 12, during which several electronic devices, including laptops, were seized from his residence. He was later released on a habeas corpus petition, but the Supreme Court ordered continued investigation.
Shrestha was released from police custody on August 18. On Friday, he returned to the Cyber Bureau in connection with a new complaint.
Police Investigate Dispute Between Journalist and Politician
The Cyber Bureau is currently investigating the mutual complaints between Shrestha and Pant. However, no findings have been announced yet.
The reasons behind the dispute and the allegations are under investigation. This issue is likely to draw significant attention from netizens.
For now, police are preparing to discuss the situation with both Pant and Shrestha, and the next steps remain uncertain. It’s important to note that filing a complaint does not imply guilt.