Kathmandu

Nepal PM's Remarks Reignite India-Nepal Border Dispute Over Kalapani Region

Nepal PM Balendra Shah's comments on Indian territory 'encroachments' have reignited the decades-old border dispute over Kalapani, Lipulekh, and Limpiyadhura. While Nepal claims the region based on historical treaties, India cites administrative control. The area is strategically vital for India, bordering China and serving as a route for religious pilgrimages.

Butão constrói novo aeroporto e cidade para atrair turistas

O Butão está construindo o Aeroporto Internacional de Gelephu e a Cidade da Atenção Plena para atrair mais turistas, oferecendo uma porta de entrada para o sul do país e promovendo ecoturismo e retiros espirituais, mantendo o modelo de turismo de alto valor.

Turkish Airlines plane catches fire while landing in Kathmandu; 278 passengers on board

Nepal Objects to Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Route via Lipulekh Pass

Nepal has formally objected to India and China's plans for the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra via Lipulekh Pass, asserting the region is part of its territory. India has rejected the claim, stating the route has been in use since 1954 and remains a long-standing practice.

Nepal Objects to India-China Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Route via Lipulekh Pass

Nepal has objected to India and China's plan for the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra via Lipulekh Pass, asserting the territory belongs to Nepal based on the 1816 Treaty of Sugauli. India rejected the claim, stating the route has been used for decades and Nepal's claims are unjustified, but remains open to dialogue.

Asia's EV Revolution Gains Speed as Iran War Drives Oil Prices Higher

Electric vehicle adoption is accelerating across Asia as the war in Iran and disrupted supplies through the Strait of Hormuz push Brent crude to around US$100 per barrel – 50% higher than pre-conflict levels. In Nepal, abundant hydropower combined with punishing taxes on fossil-fuel imports have made petrol cars economically unviable, with early EV adopters like Prashant Tiwari now seen as prophetic by colleagues.