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Indian Railways just made history by launching its first international tourist train to Nepal, opening up sacred temples and wildlife parks to travelers starting June 2026. The 10-day journey connects spiritual seekers and nature lovers to Nepal's most iconic destinations through an all-inclusive rail experience.
Nepal secured their first T20 World Cup victory since 2014, chasing down 171 runs against Scotland with just four balls to spare in Mumbai. Dipendra Singh Airee's explosive unbeaten 50 off 23 balls led the comeback after Scotland's collapse gave Nepal the opening they needed.
Norway is funding a groundbreaking project to transform Nepal's industrial corridor with renewable energy, creating green jobs while the nation transitions away from fossil fuels. The Power-GIF initiative targets the crucial Birgunj-Simara manufacturing region where Nepal's surplus clean electricity will soon power domestic industries.
Nepal's newly elected Prime Minister Balendra Shah sent a video message to his country in the form of a rap song, just before his swearing-in ceremony. The rapper-turned-politician's creative approach marks a fresh chapter in Nepal's political landscape after his party's landslide election victory.
Bhumika Shrestha just made history as Nepal's first transgender woman elected to parliament, representing over 900,000 LGBTQ citizens. The 37-year-old activist says she's ready to turn constitutional promises into real policy change.
For the first time in history, Nepal's government will formally apologize to Dalits, once deemed "untouchable" in society. The move comes with promised reforms aimed at healing centuries of discrimination.
Nepal just ordered private schools to stop overcharging parents and refund illegal fees, setting a bold example for addressing education costs across South Asia. The move could reshape how millions of families access affordable schooling.
Indigenous communities in Nepal are turning forests and wetlands into powerful climate shields. Their nature-based solutions protect vulnerable populations while creating jobs and strengthening local economies.
Scientists are adapting self-cleaning period pad technology to purify household water in rural Nepal, where up to 70% of sources contain harmful bacteria. The solar-powered solution needs no electricity or chemicals, just sunlight.
Nepal's investigators are protecting future mountaineers by exposing a major insurance scam that endangered tourists. The crackdown shows how authorities are cleaning up the trekking industry to restore trust.
A 35-year-old former rapper and engineer became Nepal's youngest prime minister after his outsider party won a landslide election following youth protests. Balendra Shah's historic victory signals a dramatic shift away from the corruption-plagued establishment that dominated Nepali politics for decades.
Tens of thousands gathered at Kathmandu's Pashupatinath Temple to celebrate Shivaratri, where police honor centuries-old tradition by allowing ritual cannabis use for one sacred day. The festival shows how ancient spiritual practices continue thriving in modern Nepal.
A sacred Buddha statue stolen in the 1980s returned to its Kathmandu temple during a joyful ceremony, joining 200 other recovered artifacts. Nepal is building momentum to bring home thousands more stolen treasures.
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After youth-led protests last fall forced Nepal's government to resign, nearly 19 million voters are choosing new leaders who promise real change. Young voters added to the rolls could shake up decades of political stagnation.
While global fuel prices spike from Middle East conflicts, Nepal's electric vehicle revolution is protecting drivers and passengers from the chaos. Dealerships can barely keep up with demand as more motorists make the switch.
India's under-17 women's soccer team kicked off their regional tournament with a hard-fought 1-0 victory against host nation Nepal. The young squad is using the competition to prepare for the prestigious AFC Asian Cup later this year.
After nearly a decade of stalled progress, Nepal is handing over its ambitious new mega zoo to the country's leading wildlife conservation organization. The National Trust for Nature Conservation brings 30 years of zoo management experience to turn the long-frozen dream into reality.
Nepal and India just formalized a legal agreement that will make it easier to fight crime across their shared border. The treaty tackles human trafficking, terrorism, and financial crimes that have long evaded justice.
Scientists discovered that bees and other pollinators directly provide nearly half of farming income and vital nutrients for families in Nepal's smallholder communities. The research reveals a clear path to fight poverty and malnutrition through better pollinator management.
A 35-year-old former rapper turned politician is crushing veteran leaders in Nepal's historic election, riding a wave of youth-driven change six months after protests toppled the government. Balendra Shah's Rastriya Swatantra Party is heading for a stunning parliamentary majority.
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