Nepal
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4.7 magnitude earthquake strikes Nepal, no reported damage
World | May 20, 2025, 04:12 PM ISTA 4.7 magnitude earthquake struck western Nepal’s Kaski district on Tuesday, with tremors felt in nearby areas but no immediate reports of damage or casualties.
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Nepal expresses concern over India-Pakistan tensions, reaffirms anti-terrorism support
Good News | May 09, 2025, 02:42 AM ISTNepal expresses deep concern over escalating India-Pakistan tensions, reaffirms support in the fight against terrorism, and urges de-escalation for regional peace.
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UGC forms fact-finding panel to probe Nepalese students’ suicide cases at KIIT in Bhubaneswar
India | May 02, 2025, 08:27 PM ISTThe UGC panel has been asked to submit the fact-finding report within 10 days. The incident comes after the suicide of Prakriti Lamsal, another Nepalese student of the same institute on February 16.
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MEA expresses condolences on death of Nepali student at KIIT: 'Safety of international students...'
India | May 02, 2025, 01:49 PM ISTThe MEA in its official statement underscored that the safety, security and well-being of all international students is a priority for the Indian government.
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Nepal student's death in Odisha's KIIT: Foreign minister Deuba seeks thorough investigation
World | May 02, 2025, 10:14 AM ISTNepal's Foreign Minister Arzu Rana confirmed that the ministry has engaged with senior officials from the Government of India, the Odisha state government, and the Nepali Embassy in New Delhi to ensure a comprehensive and transparent investigation.
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Another Nepalese student found dead in hostel room on KIIT campus in Odisha
India | May 01, 2025, 11:14 PM ISTPolice added that the body of the B Tech student was recovered from room number 111 of the ladies' hostel of the institute. She was a student of Computer Science and pursuing her B.Tech and her identity is yet to be ascertained.
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Nepal: 25 Indian tourists injured, 3 critical as bus meets accident due to 'brake failure'
World | Apr 19, 2025, 12:32 PM ISTThe bus accident is suspected to have been caused by brake failure, which has caused injuries to 25 Indian tourists while leaving three in critical condition.
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Plane with 12 Indians on board suffers glitch, makes emergency landing in Kathmandu
World | Apr 16, 2025, 06:30 PM ISTPrivate airline Sita Air plane from Lukla, the gateway to Mount Everest region, to Ramechhap, about 140 kilometres southeast of Kathmandu, was diverted to the Tribhuvan International Airport after the technical fault was detected, an airline official said.
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Nepal minister accuses ex-king of breaching agreement for anti-constitutional activities
World | Apr 06, 2025, 09:24 PM ISTNepal's Communication Minister, Prithvi Subba Gurung, accused former King Gyanendra of breaching his agreement to honour the constitution, warning of legal action if he continues anti-constitutional activities.
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PM Modi meets Nepal's PM Oli on sidelines of BIMSTEC Summit in Bangkok
World | Apr 04, 2025, 04:24 PM ISTAccording to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) of India, the discussions focused on enhancing mutually beneficial bilateral cooperation, especially in the areas of development partnership, energy, people-to-people ties, and connectivity.
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Nepal air pollution hits hazardous category: What led to sudden deterioration in air quality?
Explainers | Apr 04, 2025, 11:47 AM ISTNepal air pollution: Spokesperson at the Ministry of Health and Population Prakash Budhathoki urged vulnerable groups — children, elderly, pregnant women and individuals with respiratory conditions — to exercise extreme caution.
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Nepal: Curfew lifted in Kathmandu after deadly pro-monarchy clashes, over 100 arrested
World | Mar 29, 2025, 12:04 PM ISTDuring the violent protests, 14 buildings were set ablaze, while nine others were vandalized. Additionally, demonstrators torched nine government vehicles and damaged six private ones.
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Nepal pro-monarchy protests: Army deployed, curfew imposed in Kathmandu as clashes leave 2 dead
World | Mar 29, 2025, 08:35 AM ISTThe police in Nepal had to use tear gas and water cannons to disperse pro-monarchist demonstrators as protests took a violent turn in Kathmandu. The protest was joined by the pro-monarchist Rastriya Prajatantra Party and others, which was aimed at restoring the monarchy in Nepal.
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US Sends 8 Nepali Nationals Back Home on First Chartered Deportation Flight
News | Mar 06, 2025, 11:30 AM ISTFollowing an executive order by U.S. President Donald Trump to deport illegal immigrants, a group of 8 Nepali nationals was deported back to Kathmandu on a chartered flight.
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Earthquake Of 5.5 Magnitude on Richter Scale Hits Nepal, Tremors Felt in Bihar
News | Feb 28, 2025, 01:03 PM ISTBihar: A 5.5 magnitude earthquake struck Nepal at 2:36 AM IST today, with tremors also felt in Samastipur, Bihar.
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Massive earthquake of 6.1 magnitude strikes Nepal, tremors felt across Patna, check photos, videos
World | Feb 28, 2025, 06:21 AM ISTEarthquake: Massive tremors were also felt in Patna and other regions in Bihar because of the earthquake. People in Patna shared videos on social media showing fans and rooms shaking due to the earthquake. One user on X said that the tremors lasted for a "good 35 seconds".
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KIIT suicide row: Nepal Foreign Minister speaks to Odisha CM, calls for 'impartial' probe
World | Feb 22, 2025, 08:48 PM ISTNepal Foreign Minister Arzu Rana Deuba held a telephonic conversation with Odisha CM Mohan Charan Manjhi. She discussed matters relating to the death of Nepali student at KIIT University with CM Majhi.
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KIIT Suicide Row: Founder Achyuta Samanta summoned by panel investigating Nepalese student's death
India | Feb 20, 2025, 11:43 PM ISTIn the case of alleged suicide of a Nepalese girl on campus, KIIT founder Achyuta Samanta has been asked to appear before the panel on February 21.
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KIIT University row: Outrage over Nepali student death; what rights foreigner students get in India
Explainers | Feb 18, 2025, 02:51 PM ISTA 20-year-old Nepali student at a KIIT died by suicide in her hostel, triggering an outrage led by students from the neighbouring country. Later, the management, evicted the protesting students, fueling the stir further.
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KIIT University suspends 3 staffers for misbehaving with Nepali students during protest over suicide
India | Feb 18, 2025, 01:39 PM ISTKIIT University apologised for the incident and said two security officials were also suspended, and a control room had been set up to facilitate the return of the Nepali students.