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The Latest Breaking News from Nepal

Nepali rapper releases new track hours before being sworn in as PM

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The Independent UK

Rapper Balendra Shah sworn in as Nepal’s youngest prime minister

Former Kathmandu mayor seen as symbol of change in Himalayan country roiled by political instability and corruption

The Independent UK

'Historic first': Balendra Shah takes oath as Nepal's youngest Prime Minister

Nepal has a new Prime Minister, Balendra Shah, the nation's youngest at 35. A rapper-turned-politician and former Kathmandu mayor, Shah assumes office as the Rastriya Swatantra Party leader. His rise signifies a shift, with his confrontational style against the federal government gaining traction. This appointment follows the RSP's strong performance…

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Nepal's new prime minister chooses auspicious time to take oath of office

Nepal’s youngest prime minister will take the oath of office in a ceremony shaped as much by astrology as politics

The Independent UK

Ex-rapper Balen Shah, 35, to take oath as Nepal PM today

Rapper-turned-politician Balendra Shah, 35, is set to become Nepal's Prime Minister, a dramatic rise for the former Kathmandu mayor known for his clashes with the federal government. His confrontational style, including a threat to burn down Singha Durbar, propelled him to national fame.

The Times of India

Balen Shah's political rise in Nepal reflects a broader shift after youth-led protests

An engineer-turned-rapper who later became Kathmandu’s mayor is poised to lead Nepal as prime minister after his party won a landslide election

The Independent UK

5 Places Outside India Where Shiva Is Both Divine and Dangerous

There are moments when Nothing outside has changed, yet everything feels different. You start questioning things you once accepted. You feel restless in places that once felt like home. It’s unsettling. But what if that discomfort is not something to fix… but something to listen to? Across the world, there…

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4 Powerful Lord Vishnu Temples Outside India You Must Visit

Lord Vishnu is worshipped as the Hindu deity who preserves and balances the universe. Indeed, being a part of the Trimurti alongside Bhagwan Brahma and Maha Dev, Lord Vishnu is believed to be one of the most powerful deities of Hinduism. Also known as Hari and Narayana, the Lord symbolises…

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5 Countries Outside India Where Hanuman Ji Is Greater Than a God

Hanuman Ji does not live in only one geography. His presence reaches from Nepal’s Hanuman Dhoka to Thailand’s Ramakien traditions, from Indonesia’s Prambanan reliefs to Cambodia’s Reamker and Angkor imagery, and into Mauritius, where Hanuman shrines remain part of everyday devotional life. In many of these places, he is not…

Times Life

As new Nepal PM takes charge, panel seeks prosecution of Oli over deadly Gen Z protests

A government-backed inquiry in Nepal has recommended prosecuting former prime minister KP Sharma Oli and senior officials over the deadly September 2025 uprising, according to a leaked report.

The Times of India

Over 50% of GCC’s population are expats, with Indians leading at 9.1 million and Bangladeshis at 5 million

A region long seen as a hub of opportunity is now navigating uncertainty as geopolitical tensions escalate. Nearly 62 million people living across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries are caught in the broader impact of the ongoing US-Israel war on Iran, with foreign workers forming a significant part of…

The Times of India

What an ancient devotional text means for the women of Nepal

I first heard the popular “Swasthani Vrata Katha” – a devotional text – recited in Sankhu, a village on the outskirts of Nepal’s Kathmandu Valley, some 25 years ago.

The Conversation

12 Countries Where Lord Ram Is Part of History & Worshipped Beyond India

The Ramayana did not remain limited to India. Over centuries, it travelled through trade routes, kingdoms, and religious exchanges into Southeast Asia, East Asia, and Central Asia. In each region, it was not simply translated but reshaped into local culture, language, and belief systems. Today, there are said to be…

Times Life

5 Countries Where Durga Is Worshipped As Feminine Power, Not Just a Goddess

There are moments - quiet ones, often at night, when you feel something restless inside you. Not sadness exactly. Not confusion either. Just… a sense that you’re not fully living as yourself. You go through your days doing what is expected. Saying the right things. Playing roles so well that…

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Give Green Cards to TPS holders: Florida Democrat introduces new bill. Is it possible?

Representative Sheila Cherfilus‑McCormick of Florida introduced a new bill, Respect for Essential Workers Act, which would give Green Card to those who have Temporary Protected Status in the US. This status is for the people of war-torn countries or countries hit by natural disasters who can't stay in their country…

The Times of India

He rapped about corruption, now set to run Nepal: Inside Balen Shah’s music

A 35-year-old rapper from Kathmandu, known for writing hard-hitting lyrics on politics, corruption, and social issues, is set to become Prime Minister of Nepal. Balendra Shah, better known by his stage name Balen.

The Times of India

455 South Asians killed fighting for Russia in Ukraine war: Report

The list of those killed – including citizens of India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bangladesh, Pakistan and Afghanistan – shows casualty figures far higher in some cases than those so far released or acknowledged by govts of the region. The data also names Southasians known to have been recruited into the…

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4 Places Outside India Where Shiva Temples Exist

There is something deeply timeless about Lord Shiva. He is not bound by geography, language, or even religion in the conventional sense. While India is home to countless sacred Shiva temples, what many people don’t realize is that the devotion to Shiva has travelled far beyond Indian borders. Across continents…

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The Independent UK

China demands investigation after Nepal college burns hundreds of copies of Xi Jinping’s book

Incident sparks calls on social media to hold culprits accountable to avoid souring relations with China

The Times of India

Helicopter overturns and crashes in eastern Nepal while landing, one injured—Watch

An Air Dynasty helicopter carrying a dead body and five passengers crashed while attempting to land in a field in Nepal's Khotang district. One passenger sustained injuries, while the pilot and other passengers were unharmed. High winds or dust during landing are suspected as contributing factors to the incident.

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The Himalayan Monal: The Rare and Colorful Jewel of Mountains

The Rare and Beautiful Himalayan Monal

Spotted in high-altitude Himalayan forests, the Himalayan Monal thrives in cool alpine meadows and dense mountain woodlands.

Himalayan Monals can also dig up to 25cm in the ground while looking for food. They have strong claws and beaks that help them dig deep while…

The Times of India

Nepal bus accident: 7 Indian pilgrims killed, several injured after vehicle plunges into valley

Tragedy struck in Nepal as a passenger bus carrying Indian pilgrims veered off a mountain road, plunging into a valley. At least seven Indians lost their lives, with nine others injured. The pilgrims were returning from the revered Manakamana Temple when the devastating accident occurred near Shahid Lakhan village.

The Independent UK

The 35-year-old rapper set to become Nepal’s next prime minister

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The Independent UK

Who is Balendra Shah? The 35-year-old rap star sworn in as Nepal’s youngest PM

Balendra Shah emerged as a leading figure in the youth-driven protests that shook Nepal last year. The hip-hop star was sworn in as its youngest prime minister after dramatic electoral gains, reports Namita Singh

The Times of India

Noodles king in soup: Nepal’s only billionaire loses in much-talked-about result

Kathmandu: In an election that mauled former PMs, dynastic heirs and party strongmen, the Balendra 'Balen' Shah wave did not spare Nepal’s richest face either. Binod Chaudhary, the country’s sole Forbes-listed billionaire, the face of the popular Wai Wai noodles empire and sitting Nepali Congress MP from Nawalparasi West-1 in…

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