Balochistan, Pakistan’s Largest Province, Declares Independence; Appeals to United Nations for Recognition

Dipesh Shrestha: Balochistan, Pakistan’s largest province, has declared its independence from the country. Already grappling with inflation, poverty, and mounting foreign debt, Pakistan now faces
New Human Trafficking Route: Bangladesh–Kathmandu–Europe

Nepal has emerged as a significant transit point for human trafficking from Bangladesh to Europe, primarily due to its visa-on-arrival policy and relatively relaxed border
Apple farming on public land in Mustang

Mustang, 16 May: Apple farming has begun on public land in Mustang. While the expansion of apple cultivation is timely from the perspective of promoting
Putin Sends Top Delegation to Istanbul Talks; Russia–US–Ukraine Summit Fails to Materialize

Russian President Vladimir Putin is not expected to personally attend the upcoming Russia–Ukraine negotiations scheduled to take place in Istanbul, Türkiye. According to an official
Our Himalayas are under extraordinary stress due to climate change,” said Foreign Minister Rana

Kathmandu, 16 May: Speaking at the opening session of the Sagarmatha Dialogue, which began in Kathmandu on Friday, she said, “Our glaciers, the silent symbols
Russia-Ukraine peace talks

The delegations are in place but negotiatons have been pushed out to after lunch, according to Moscow The first direct talks between Russia and Ukraine
‘Sagarmatha Dialogue’ begins today, 175 foreign guests arrive in Kathmandu

Kathmandu, 16 May: The government is organizing the ‘Sagarmatha Dialogue’ for the first time, starting today, with the aim of informing the global community about