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Um Hong-gil Foundation expands flood relief with tents, scholarships
11 September 2026The Um Hong-gil Human Foundation, a South Korean NGO working in Nepal's education and health sectors, is expanding its flood response from search-and-rescue support to longer-term relief for displaced residents and affected institutions.
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ClimbingManaslu sets record with 422 climbing permits for Autumn season
11 September 2026Manaslu has set a new record for autumn climbing permits, with 422 climbers from 35 expedition teams receiving permits to attempt the 8,163-metre peak this season, according to the latest Department of Tourism data.
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Travel & LeisureHAN proposes wellness cuisine promotion for World Tourism Day
11 September 2026Hotel Association Nepal (HAN) has proposed promoting wellness tourism and cuisine as part of this year’s World Tourism Day celebrations.
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ClimbingManaslu route opened up to Camp III as autumn climbing season gains pace
10 September 2026The route to Camp III on Mt Manaslu has been opened and fixed with ropes, clearing the way for climbers to begin acclimatisation rotations and move essential equipment higher up the world's eighth-highest mountain.
