
The Broad Peak Avalanche, by itself, would not have been particularly newsworthy, but the fact that celebrated mountaineer Nims-dai—Nirmal Purja—was among the ten climbers listed as missing.
Aug 9, 2026

An avalanche on Pakistan’s Broad Peak has claimed the lives of ten climbers, including renowned Nepali mountaineer Nirmal “Nimsdai” Purja and five other Nepali climbers. As recovery efforts continue, Nepal mourns the loss of its mountaineering heroes while remembering their remarkable achievements and lasting contributions to the world of high-altitude climbing.
Aug 3, 2026

On April 25, 2015, at 11:56 am Nepal Standard Time, a 7.8 magnitude earthquake rocked Nepal so violently that Kathmandu shifted 10 feet
Apr 30, 2024

Environmental human rights defenders in Nepal continue to fear for their safety and lives amid a lack of protection from the government.
Jul 9, 2023

The majority of the wildfires in Nepal are caused by humans, and still, we are unable to minimize them. The situation highlights the need for an effective awareness drive.
May 4, 2023
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