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Nepal, India encroaching on each other's land, UK must step in: PM Balen Shah

NEW DELHI: Nepal PM Balendra Shah backed dialogue and diplomacy to resolve the border dispute with India but, in remarks unlikely to go down well with New Delhi, he also urged the UK to take interest in addressing the issue, saying his govt had already discussed it with London and…

The Times of India

Nepal delegation led by Rabi Lamichhane to visit India on June 1

A delegation from Nepal's Rastriya Swatantra Party, led by Rabi Lamichhane, will visit India starting June 1. They will meet with BJP President Nitin Nabin and other senior leaders. This visit aims to foster party-to-party engagement and discuss organizational practices. The Bharatiya Janata Party welcomes the delegation for a constructive…

The Economic Times

Rejected from H-1B lottery four times, ex-Google employee says he got a Green Card after leaving $300,000 job

A Nepal-born software engineer who left a high-paying job at Google after repeated visa setbacks has finally received his US green card.

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Nepal PM's comments about 'encroaching' Indian land triggers controversy

Nepal's Prime Minister Balendra Shah has stated that Nepal has also encroached on Indian territories. He acknowledged India's encroachment on Nepalese land, specifically mentioning Lipulekh. Both nations have agreed to resolve the long-standing border dispute through discussions involving historians and surveyors. This statement has sparked controversy in Nepal, with experts…

The Economic Times

Nepal PM calls for dialogue with India to resolve border issues, seeks UK's involvement in talks

Nepal's Prime Minister Balendra Shah proposed resolving border disputes with India through dialogue and suggested involving the UK, citing its historical role in defining regional borders. He emphasized negotiations and diplomatic efforts, noting that Nepal has exchanged notes with India to examine historical and geographical records concerning disputed territories.

The Times of India

Border issue with India will be resolved through talks, diplomatic efforts: Nepal PM

Nepal's Prime Minister Balendra Shah has stated that border disputes with India will be resolved through dialogue and diplomacy. This comes after India reiterated its openness to constructive interaction on all bilateral issues. India previously rejected Nepal's 2020 map revision, asserting claims are not based on facts. Both nations emphasize…

The Economic Times

Kushal Bhurtel: Who is this Nepal cricketer who created T20I history & matched a rare feat once achieved by Yuvraj Singh?

Kushal Bhurtel Record: Kushal Bhurtel achieved a remarkable feat in the 2026 Asian Games Men’s T20I Qualifier. He scored 129 runs off 43 balls against China. Bhurtel also joined an elite group by hitting six consecutive sixes in one over. This performance helped Nepal post a massive total of 313/2.…

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UK rape ruling sparks nationwide outcry

Outrage over an UK judge’s decision to spare three teenage boys convicted of raping two girls from prison sentences. The UK attorney general has referred the judgement to the Court of Appeal. Also studies reveal that nearly two-thirds of women over 50 are struggling with their mental health; and not…

France 24

Techie details journey from losing $300k Google job due to H-1B issues to building a startup helping him secure O-1 visa to stay in US

A Nepal-born tech professional, Pratik Karki, shared his arduous US immigration journey after securing his green card. Facing H-1B visa rejections and career risks, Karki left a lucrative Google job to launch a startup. His perseverance, coupled with his wife's support, led to visa approval and the beginning of his…

The Economic Times

Nepali woman who disappeared in Virginia in 2024: New forensic evidence found in Mamta Kafle Bhatt case

A nurse and a mother, Mamta Kafle Bhatt of Virginia, disappeared into thin air in 2024 and while her husband Naresh Bhatt was accused of killing her and then concealing her body, the body was never found. Two years later, the investigation has now taken a new turn as new…

The Times of India

Cancer survivor US climber smashes Everest speed record with sub-10-hour summit

Tyler’s feat was the culmination of a two-year pursuit repeatedly interrupted by setbacks. Thursday’s ascent was Andrews’ fifth serious attempt at the record across two Everest seasons and his second within days.

The Times of India

Wat Pho marks Vesak Day with Sri Lanka, Nepal

The embassies of Sri Lanka and Nepal in Thailand, in collaboration with Wat Pho, also known as the Temple of the Reclining Buddha, jointly hosted celebrations on Thursday for International Vesak Day 2026, marking the global observance recognised by Unesco and the United Nations.

Bangkok Post

Balen Shah's two-month report card: Why Nepal’s Gen Z hero is under fire already

Two months into office, Nepal's Prime Minister Balendra Shah faces scrutiny as his ambitious reform agenda lags, with key promises marked "overdue." His administration grapples with cabinet instability, legal challenges over decisions, and criticism of his governing style, including bypassing institutions and controversial enforcement actions.

The Times of India

"The first electric guitar ever taken into the death zone!" How you could win a unique signed guitar that's scaled a Himalayan mountain, and help underprivileged kids in the process

Korn, Green Day, Sex Pistols, Meshuggah and more sign guitar tor Metal For Nepal fund-raiser

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Climbers meet in Nepal to discuss the challenges of scaling Mount Everest

Climbers and officials have met in Kathmandu to discuss the risks of scaling Mount Everest

The Economic Times

Kesaria Textile Company takes global leap with launch in Kathmandu

Ritesh Modi-led textile company opens its first international wholesale franchise, connecting Nepal’s apparel trade with Surat’s manufacturing ecosystem.

The Guardian - UK

No Winter Holidays review – haunting portrait of female companionship in Nepal’s frozen highlands

Two widows of the same man remain behind in an abandoned mountain village in Rajan Kathet and Sunir Pandey’s visually arresting documentary

The Times of India

“Rubbish roads” in Nepal: Turning plastic waste into roads to create cleaner cities

Waste management of plastics in Nepal has turned out to be the most pressing environmental issue for the nation. With increasing rates of plastic production and usage, as well as insufficient recycling infrastructure in rapidly growing urban areas like Pokhara and Kathmandu, the level of pollution has become very high…

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Guide Kenton Cool scales Everest for the 20th time and says not ready to quit yet

British mountain guide Kenton Cool has scaled Mount Everest for the 20th time, breaking his own record for the most ascents by a non-Sherpa guide

The Economic Times

India sees minimal fuel price hike amid global surge triggered by West Asia crisis

India witnessed one of the world's smallest fuel price hikes, with petrol and diesel rising only around 5% despite global surges. This moderation, following a nearly 76-day price freeze, was achieved through excise duty cuts and absorbing crude oil cost increases. Many nations, including neighbors like Nepal and Sri Lanka,…

The Economic Times

Can Nepalese citizens settle in India without permission? Uttarakhand HC asks Centre

The Uttarakhand High Court is examining the 1950 India-Nepal Treaty. It questions if Nepalese citizens have unlimited rights to live and buy property in India. The court seeks government clarity on whether Indian citizens receive similar treatment in Nepal. This comes amid allegations of Nepalese families occupying land in Nainital…

The Economic Times

'Traffic jam on Mount Everest': Think Manali is crowded? World’s highest peak just saw record 274 climbers reaching summit in one single day

A record 274 climbers reached the summit of Mount Everest from the Nepali side on Wednesday, marking the highest number of single-day ascents ever recorded from Nepal. The surge came as Chinese authorities reportedly did not issue climbing permits for the Tibetan side this season. Despite ongoing concerns about overcrowding…

The Economic Times

India dominates World's 100 Hottest Cities list for second week in a row; check all names

Indian cities are currently the hottest globally, with 97 out of the top 100 hottest locations. Cities in states like Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Odisha are experiencing extreme heat. Temperatures are reaching punishing highs, with little relief even at night. This prolonged heatwave is impacting public health, leading to increased…

Euronews

British climber scales Everest for record 20th time, officials say

Two Indian climbers are believed to have died while descending the mountain this week, after climbing the peak on Thursday.

The Guardian - UK

Record 274 climbers summit Everest from Nepalese side in single day

Climbers take advantage of clear weather after threat of ice fall on normal route delayed start of spring season

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