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The Nepal government has updated its peak profile, officially recognising 14 mountains surpassing 8,000 metres.

Experts emphasise, however, that the International Mountaineering and Climbing Federation (UIAA), the body recognised by the International Olympic Committee, must approve the new list for global recognition. The Department of Tourism recently published the revised peak profile on its website, adding six new eight-thousanders to Nepal’s official count.

Four of the newly recognised mountains—Yalung Khang (8,505 metres), Yalung Khang West (8,077 metres), Kanchenjunga Central (8,473 metres), and Kanchanjunga South (8,476 metres)—fall on the Kanchenjunga range.

Two peaks from the Lhotse range—Lhotse Middle (8,410 metres) and Lhotse Shar (8,400 metres)—have been added as well.

14 just in Nepal, that is; 20 worldwide.

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Another idiot funded by the evangelical Christians.

A self-proclaimed “one-man army”, Rai says he has been taking his anti-abortion message to more than 30,000 people across Nepal since he founded his organisation, Voice of Fetus Nepal, in 2009.

Rai speaks with the fluency and confidence of an evangelical preacher, taking his mostly female audience on an emotional journey. His message is built on the belief that life begins at the moment of conception, and underpinned by the teachings of the Bible. Instead of abortion, Rai promotes parenting, adoption and abstinence

Be wary of these people seeping into fandom status.

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Its been a rough time for a lot of people after the recent floods in terms of loss, road blockades and price gouging. But I hope everyone's family is safe and celebrating in however way they can.

Post your dashain pics if you want to share.

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KATHMANDU, Sept 28 (Reuters) - Incessant rains in Nepal have unleashed floods and landslides that killed at least 10 people with seven missing during the last 24 hours, while disrupting transport, officials said on Saturday.

Stay safe everyone!

Eminent Nepali conservation NGOs and environmentalists are urging the Supreme Court of Nepal to repeal a controversial law that allows private infrastructure projects within protected areas. This law raises concerns that it will permit developments like hydropower plants, cable cars, and hotels, potentially exploiting natural resources and harming local communities reliant on these ecosystems.

Introduced to attract foreign investment, the law amends existing regulations, easing restrictions on construction in national parks and reserves. Critics, including a committee representing 27 conservation organizations, argue that this could undermine years of conservation efforts and erode public trust in environmental policies, as stakeholders were not consulted during the drafting process.

The Supreme Court has issued an interim stay on the law following a petition, highlighting the contentious nature of the amendments. While some government officials suggest that new guidelines are being developed to manage protected areas better, many worry that this could lead to further exploitation of valuable ecosystems.

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Sustainable transportation leader Gogoro Inc. is expanding its footprint across Asia with strategic investments from lubricant maker Castrol; upcoming launches in Kathmandu, Nepal, and Singapore; and market growth in the Philippines. These strategic moves highlight the company’s commitment to providing eco-friendly transportation alternatives and addressing the growing demand for electric vehicles (EVs) in urban centers

China and Nepal have commenced a joint anti-terrorism military exercise, featuring the debut of a new type of ball-shaped reconnaissance drone.

The exercise, known as Sagarmatha Friendship-2024, began with an opening ceremony at a training base in Chongqing Municipality, China, according to reports from Xinhua News Agency.

This marks the fourth edition of the Sagarmatha Friendship drills, with the last one taking place in 2019. The exercise, which will run until October 1, focuses on joint anti-terrorism operations in urban environments.

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The article discusses concerns regarding the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) and its collection of potentially looted art, particularly focusing on Nepalese artifacts. It highlights the case of a 12th-century Nepalese Buddha sculpture recently identified as stolen, which led to its repatriation after being purchased by collector Michael Phillips.

Activists and scholars argue that many items in LACMA's collection may have been illegally removed from their countries of origin, emphasizing the importance of provenance research. LACMA is conducting an internal review of its holdings, but critics note that the museum has not been transparent about its findings or cooperated with legal authorities.

The article also reflects on the broader implications of art repatriation, mentioning that other institutions, like the Metropolitan Museum of Art, are proactively examining their collections for provenance issues. Experts express skepticism about museums policing themselves and the challenges involved in determining the rightful ownership of cultural artifacts.

Overall, the piece underscores a growing movement for repatriation and accountability in museum practices regarding art acquisition and display.

In recent years, Nepal has made significant strides in reducing pesticide-related suicides, which have been a major public health concern. The issue gained attention after Dr. Rakesh Ghimire treated a young woman who had ingested a common pesticide in 2011. This prompted a movement among health professionals to advocate for a ban on hazardous pesticides.

In 2019, Nepal implemented a ban on eight specific pesticides linked to high suicide rates. Early data shows that this ban has led to a decrease in reported suicide deaths by approximately 30% in the 2022/23 financial year. Pesticide self-poisoning is a common method of suicide in low- and middle-income countries, with the World Health Organization noting that around 140,000 people die from it annually.

Research indicates that restricting access to these dangerous substances can dramatically lower suicide rates without harming agricultural productivity. Countries like Sri Lanka and South Korea have seen similar successes after implementing bans on hazardous pesticides.

Despite the progress, challenges remain. Monitoring enforcement is difficult, especially in remote areas, and there are ongoing concerns about the smuggling of banned pesticides. Additionally, while the focus has been on reducing pesticide access, there is a pressing need for improved mental health services to address the underlying issues contributing to suicides.