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Nepal proposes stricter rules for Mount Everest climbers

The legislation aims to reduce the number of medical emergencies on the world’s highest peak

The Independent UK · Feb 19

5 Countries Where Hindu Gods Are Worshipped Differently

“एकं सद्विप्रा बहुधा वदन्ति” Rigveda 1.164.46 Truth is one, the wise describe it in many ways. Have you ever wondered what happens to faith when it crosses borders? When people migrate, trade, build kingdoms, or settle on distant islands, they carry their gods with them. But something beautiful happens along…

Times Life · Feb 18

7 Places Outside India Mentioned in the Mahabharata That Will Surprise You

“यदिहास्ति तदन्यत्र, यन्नेहास्ति न तत् क्वचित्।” Whatever is found here may be found elsewhere. What is not found here is nowhere else. When most of us think about the Mahabharata, we imagine Hastinapur, Kurukshetra, and the banks of the Ganga. We picture royal courts, forest exile, and the great war…

Times Life · Feb 18

‘I feel like a ghost’: new father deported by ICE to Bhutan that exiled his family

Mohan Karki – one of many people ICE has deported to countries with which they have little connection – leaves behind his wife and seven-month-old baby he has yet to hold

The Guardian - US · Feb 15

Cannabis smoke fills the air as Nepal marks Shivaratri festival

Nepal’s Shivaratri festival draws huge crowds to Kathmandu as holy men and devotees openly smoke cannabis as part of worship

The Independent UK · Feb 15

‘Bring back the king’: Why Nepal is calling for return of the monarchy

Thousands rallied for Nepal's former king, Gyanendra Shah, demanding monarchy restoration outside Kathmandu airport. Supporters chanted slogans and offered flowers, despite prohibitory orders. This resurgence follows economic distress and political instability, with pro-monarchy groups aiming to influence upcoming March elections. Many Nepalis express frustration with the republic's unfulfilled promises.

The Times of India · Feb 14

Thousands rally in support of Nepal's former king and call for monarchy's return

Thousands of supporters have gathered outside Kathmandu airport to greet former king Gyanendra Shah and demand Nepal restore the monarchy

The Independent UK · Feb 13

Flintoff to visit Nepal to help deliver surgery he had after Top Gear crash

The former England cricketer underwent extensive reconstructive surgery for his facial injuries after the crash in December 2022.

Evening Standard · Feb 12

Udit Narayan Accused of ‘Medical Betrayal’ - First Wife Says Her Uterus Was Removed Without Consent

Renowned Bollywood playback singer Udit Narayan is facing a fresh controversy after his first wife, Ranjana Narayan Jha, filed a formal police complaint alleging that her uterus was removed without her knowledge or consent during a medical visit nearly three decades ago - an accusation that has shocked both fans…

Times Life · Feb 12

Harry Brook claims England were ‘too careful’ with the bat after T20 World Cup loss to West Indies

England lost wickets at regular intervals as they collapsed to 166 all out to lose against West Indies in Mumbai

The Independent UK · Feb 11