Mount Everest as Nepal announces stricter climbing rules effective from 2026

Nepal’s National Assembly Passes Landmark Tourism Bill with Toughest-Ever Everest Rules

Nepal’s National Assembly unanimously passed the Tourism Bill, with the proposal presented by Minister for Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation Anil Kumar Sinha. The legislation, known as the Integrated Tourism Bill, is set to replace the 1978 Tourism Act, a law that has governed Nepal’s mountaineering sector for nearly five decades. The Integrated Tourism Bill…

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Customers frustrated outside a vehicle showroom in Kathmandu after a misleading zero down payment promotion

Zero Down Payment” Bike Promotion Turns Out to Be Misleading, Customers Speak Out

A recent showroom promotion promising bikes and scooters with zero down payment has left many potential buyers frustrated after attempts to contact the dealership went unanswered. Customers Left in Limbo Excited by the advertised offer, dozens of customers reached out via messaging apps and phone calls, only to find their inquiries ignored. “I messaged them…

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Youth jumping over a graduation degree during a convocation ceremony, symbolizing employability challenge.

Are Indian Youth Employable? Understanding the Skilling Gap Crisis

India boasts the world’s largest youth population, with over 600 million people under the age of 25. This demographic dividend should be the nation’s greatest strength, yet a paradox persists: despite millions of graduates entering the job market annually, employers struggle to find candidates with the right skills. The question isn’t whether India has educated…

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Rear three-quarter view of a BYD Seagull electric hatchback on a plain white background. The compact EV’s angular taillights, integrated rear spoiler, and five-door layout are clearly visible.

China’s BYD Becomes World’s Top Electric Vehicle Seller, Overtaking Tesla

January 6, 2026 – Kathmandu Chinese automaker BYD has overtaken Tesla to become the world’s leading electric vehicle (EV) seller, marking a significant shift in the global EV market. BYD sold approximately 2.26 million electric vehicles in 2025, surpassing Tesla’s roughly 1.64 million deliveries for the year. BYD’s growth is attributed to its competitive pricing…

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Illustration showing the United States closely monitoring Venezuela’s oil and financial markets amid political tension

Is the United States Acting as a Global Enforcer or Defender of Democracy?

For the United States, the arrest of Venezuela’s president has been framed not merely as a legal action, but as a matter of national and regional security. U.S. officials have long accused Venezuela’s leadership of engaging in activities that threaten stability across the Western Hemisphere. According to Washington, Venezuela has become a hub for transnational…

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Cilia Flores, wife of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, attending an official government event in Venezuela.

How the Arrest of Venezuela’s President Could Reshape Latin American Politics

The arrest of Venezuela’s president has sent shockwaves across Latin America, a region with a long and complicated history of foreign intervention, ideological division, and political instability. For many governments in the region, this event is not just about one leader it represents a turning point that could redefine power dynamics, diplomacy, and regional solidarity…

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