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NNMGA denies mountain guide involvement in fake rescue scam, urges against sweeping generalizations
5 April 2026The Nepal National Mountain Guide Association (NNMGA) has strongly rejected claims that certified mountain guides were involved in fake helicopter rescue operations in the Nepalese Himalaya, saying there is no verified evidence linking professional guides — including those affiliated with NNMGA or holding internationally recognised IFMGA certification — to any such activity.
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ClimbingKhumbu municipality calls Everest food poisoning claims baseless
5 April 2026Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality has strongly objected to media reports alleging that guides in the Everest region are deliberately contaminating food and drinks to make tourists sick, calling the claims baseless and damaging to the Khumbu region, the Sherpa community, and Nepal's tourism industry.
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Climbing8K Expeditions fixes ropes to Ama Dablam summit, opening route for Spring 2026 season
4 April 2026A five-member rope-fixing team from 8K Expeditions reached the summit of Ama Dablam at 2:54 pm on Friday, April 4, officially opening the route for all climbers for the Spring 2026 season.
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ClimbingNepal issues permits to 170 climbers across 12 peaks, collects USD 729,530 in royalties as Spring season gains momentum
3 April 2026Nepal has issued climbing permits to 170 mountaineers across 24 expedition teams on 12 peaks in the first month of the spring 2026 season, collecting USD 729,530
