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Balendra Shah 'Balen' becomes the 47th Prime Minister of Nepal
27 March 2026Nepal has a new prime minister. Balendra Shah, popularly known as Balen, has been appointed as the country's 47th prime minister today.
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ClimbingFire destroys lodge at Annapurna Base Camp, no casualties reported
26 March 2026A fire broke out at a lodge in Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m) on Tuesday afternoon, destroying property but causing no human casualties, according to reports circulating on social media and local sources.
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ClimbingNepal issues climbing permits to 82 mountaineers across seven peaks in first 25 days of spring season
26 March 2026Nepal has issued climbing permits to 82 mountaineers across 10 expedition teams in the first 25 days of the spring climbing season, collecting $124,050 (approximately NPR 18.4 million) in royalties, according to data released by the Department of Tourism under the Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation.
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Travel & LeisureSauraha Food Festival returns for 20th edition this week
26 March 2026The popular Sauraha Food Festival is set to return for its 20th edition on March 26, 27, and 28, bringing three days of food, culture, and live entertainment to the tourist hub of Sauraha in Chitwan.
