At a South Korean airport, authorities reported that a fire broke out on a passenger plane just before takeoff on Tuesday night, but all 176 people on board were safely evacuated. The incident occurred at Gimhae International Airport in the southeast, while an Airbus operated by South Korean airline Air Busan was preparing for its …
China and India have agreed to resume the Kailash Mansarovar pilgrimage. Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, currently visiting China, confirmed the agreement. The pilgrimage has been suspended since 2020 due to border disputes between China and India. Relations deteriorated following a clash between Indian and Chinese soldiers in the Galwan Valley in 2020. Since then, …
Tourists staying in Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland, will soon be required to pay a tourist tax. The local government has approved a visitor levy and established this rule, which will come into effect in mid-2026. After that, tourists staying in certain types of hotels, hostels, apartments, and guesthouses will need to pay a 5% …
The Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and the Embassy of the Republic of Korea held a significant courtesy meeting aimed at strengthening the tourism relationship between Nepal and South Korea. The discussions, led by His Excellency Mr. Park Tae-Young, Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Nepal, and Mr. Deepak Raj Joshi, CEO of NTB, focused …
Mitchell Hutchcraft, an adventurer on an extraordinary mission, began his journey approximately 114 days ago from England with the goal of cycling to Nepal. Having already covered an impressive distance of 11,500 kilometers, Hutchcraft is currently in West Bengal, India, as he nears the completion of his epic journey. The cyclist will embark on the …
The world-renowned Maha Kumbh Mela is currently taking place in Prayagraj, India, at the confluence of the sacred rivers Ganges, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati. This grand religious event, held every 12 years, began on January 14, 2025, and is expected to draw an unprecedented 450 million pilgrims over its 45-day duration, according to the …
Prince Edward of the United Kingdom is set to commence his first international tour of 2025 with a visit to Nepal. Accompanied by his wife, Sophie, the royal couple is scheduled to arrive in Nepal on February 4, 2025 (Magh 22), for a family visit. The official website of the British Royal Family confirms their …
In a significant step toward promoting Nepal’s cultural heritage and the empowerment of women, Mr. Som Nath Sapkota, Tourism Promoter for Wales under the Ministry of Culture, Tourism, and Civil Aviation, Nepal, has been officially appointed as the Brand Ambassador for Mrs. Nepal – International World 2025 by Samari International Event. The appointment was confirmed …
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A tragic plane crash in Southern California has resulted in the death of two individuals and left 18 others injured. The incident occurred on Thursday afternoon in Fullerton, Orange County. According to Fullerton Police Department spokesperson Kristi Wells, the accident happened at 2:09 PM when a small aircraft collided with the roof of a furniture …
An Air Canada aircraft caught fire during landing at Halifax Airport, creating a tense situation for passengers and crew. The plane experienced a terrifying landing as it skidded off the runway, causing damage to the landing gear. Shortly after, the aircraft caught fire. However, there is no immediate report of casualties. The incident occurred just …
