Nepal

Nepal: Former rapper sworn in as prime minister

From rapper to head of government. Balendra Shah, whose progressive centrist party RSP won a landslide victory in Nepal's parliamentary elections earlier in March, has been sworn in as prime minister.

Former rapper Balendra Shah wins Nepal's parliamentary elections as RSP secures outright majority

Former rapper Balendra Shah has won Nepal's parliamentary elections - his centrist party, the RSP, has secured an outright majority.

At least 19 dead in bus crash in Nepal, 25 injured

The husband died in the avalanche – "it was impossible to help them"

Wild snowstorms and an avalanche have claimed several lives in a short period of time in the Nepalese Himalayas. In two separate incidents, a total of nine climbers have died, AFP reports.

Several climbers killed in Nepal

Five foreign climbers and two Nepalese guides have died after an avalanche swept through their camp on Monday, according to police.

Outdated Climate Adaptation Plans Raise Concerns Ahead of COP30

Despite more extreme weather and rising temperatures, far too few resources are being invested in preparing and adapting communities and populations to the new situation. This is stated by the UN Environment Programme in a new report.

Last Everest Expedition Sherpa Kanchha Sherpa Passes Away at 92

Kanchha Sherpa, the last surviving participant in the historic expedition that in 1953 reached Mount Everest's summit, has passed away.

Hundreds Rescued on Mount Everest Amid Snowstorm; Many Still Stranded

Hundreds of hikers have received help after getting stuck on a slope in Mount Everest during a snowstorm. Rescue efforts continue. India has at the same time been hit by severe landslides.