The United States has committed to delivering two M28 Skytrucks to Nepal by January 2025, with an estimated value of approximately $37 million. These short take-off and landing, fixed-wing aircraft are designed to enhance Nepal’s disaster recovery and relief operations. Notably, one of the M28 Skytrucks will serve as a dedicated air ambulance, marking the …
As autumn approaches, a determined Polish climbing team is setting its sights on a challenging ascent of Nanga Parbat, one of the most formidable peaks in the Himalayas. Scheduled for the coming weeks, their expedition aims to tackle the mountain during a season typically avoided by climbers, in hopes of bypassing the usual crowds and …
Japan faced significant travel disruptions on Thursday as Typhoon Ampil approached the archipelago amid the busy “obon” holiday week. The storm has led to the cancellation of hundreds of flights and trains, affecting tens of thousands of travelers. The approaching typhoon, which was forecast to skirt the Tokyo region before moving up the Pacific coast, …
Pakistan is committed to bolstering cooperation and understanding with Nepal, stated Abrar H Hashmi, the Ambassador of Pakistan to Nepal, during a reception celebrating the 78th Independence Day of Pakistan. The event, held on Wednesday evening, featured Vice President Ram Sahaya Prasad Yadav as the chief guest. Ambassador Hashmi emphasized Pakistan’s dedication to continuing its …
Malaysia’s low-cost airline, AirAsia, is set to resume its Kathmandu operations after a five-year hiatus, launching flights to Don Mueang International Airport in Bangkok. Starting October 2, 2024, AirAsia will operate flights on this route four days a week: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday. To mark its return, AirAsia has introduced a special promotional fare …
Two ships reported explosions near Yemen’s coast on Tuesday, though no injuries or damage were observed, according to maritime security agencies. The situation in the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden has become increasingly dangerous for ships due to the presence of Houthi rebels, who control several areas, including the capital, Sana’a. The rebels …
On Monday morning, a helicopter crashed onto the roof of a hotel in far northern Queensland, Australia, resulting in the death of the pilot. The accident also left two others injured. Following the incident, Australian authorities declared a state of emergency in the area surrounding the hotel and evacuated approximately 400 people. Authorities in Cairns …
Sixteen passengers are feared to have died after an overloaded boat capsized in northern Nigeria, according to rescue officials. The tragic incident occurred on Sunday morning as a wooden canoe, carrying farmers to their rice fields, overturned in a river in Sokoto state. The boat, which departed from Dundaye village around 0900 GMT, was carrying …
On Monday, a tragic stampede at the Baba Siddhnath Temple in Makhdoompur, Jehanabad district, Bihar, resulted in the deaths of at least seven people and injuries to nine others. Jehanabad District Administrator Alankrita Pandey confirmed the incident and stated that the situation is currently under control. The cause of the stampede has not yet been …
A tragic plane crash in the São Paulo province of Brazil has claimed the lives of 62 people. The aircraft, carrying four crew members and 58 passengers, crashed on Friday night, leaving no survivors, according to officials. The victims included 34 men and 28 women. The ATR 72-500 aircraft had departed from the southern state …
