Nepal’s Re 1 coin gets a makeover: Controversial Kalapani-Lipulekh-Limpiyadhura map removed (Image/X) The Nepal government has approved the minting of a newly designed one-rupee coin, replacing the country’s controversial map that included the disputed areas of Limpiyadhura, Lipulekh and Kalapani with the image of an ancient monastery.The decision comes years after Nepal’s then KP Sharma...
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‘Total disgrace’: Argentina branded ‘classless’ as post-final conduct sparks outrage
Referee Slavko Vincic of Slovenia shows yellow card to Argentina’s Leandro Paredes (AP Photo) Argentina came under intense scrutiny following their FIFA World Cup 2026 final defeat to Spain, with their behaviour during the post-match medal ceremony drawing widespread criticism from sections of the football community. According to Goal.com, several observers labelled the runners-up “classless”...
12 workers trapped in Sikkim tunnel after landslide blocks entrance
The landslide also triggered a suspected gas leak inside the Samardung tunnel, according to officials. NAMCHI: At least 12 workers were trapped inside an under-construction road tunnel in Sikkim’s Namchi district after a landslide blocked its entrance on Monday afternoon, police said, according to news agency PTI. The landslide also triggered a suspected gas leak...
‘Crossing red line’: China sounds alarm over Japan expanding offensive military tech
China steps up criticism of Japan’s drone programme amid security tensions Amid escalating regional tensions between China and Japan, China’s military mouthpiece, PLA Daily, devoted an entire page to warning about Japan’s rapidly expanding drone capabilities.In four articles published in Monday’s edition, the People’s Liberation Army’s official newspaper argued that Japan was pursuing “remilitarisation” by...
Who will ask if you’re home? The economy growing around urban loneliness
India is the second-loneliest country in the world, according to a study by JB.com. The ranking offers a stark lens through which to view a country that is also aging rapidly, urbanising quickly and watching its traditional social structures thin out.In 2011, India had about 100 million people aged 60 and above. Projections by the...
‘I will continue my fast’: Wangchuk says peaceful protesters dealt with brutality
NEW DELHI: Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk on Monday said that that he has decided to continue his hunger strike after seeing the brutality on peaceful protestors marching to the Parliament.In a handwritten note, Wangchuk said that the his hunger strike will continue until Cockroach Janata Party leaders are allowed to meet MPs at the Parliament...
‘I gained 4-5 kilos’: Shamita Shetty on endometriosis, severe pain and weight changes
5 min readNew DelhiJul 20, 2026 07:00 PM IST Shamita Shetty, 47, recently shared that she gained 4-5 kilos in the run-up to endometriosis surgery, which happened in May 2024. “I kind of dragged it on. The right kind of diagnosis wasn’t given to me, and then every time I felt certain symptoms, I thought...
Is all well in Balen Shah’s Nepal? Why protests are testing his promise of change
Just over 100 days into office, Nepal’s Prime Minister Balen Shah is facing growing protests from many of the same young supporters who helped bring him to power. A little over 100 days into office, Nepal’s youngest prime minister is already facing the kind of anger that swept his predecessor from power. When Balendra “Balen”...
‘Thank you, India!’: Argentina envoy thanks Indian fans after World Cup heartbreak
Argentina’s Lionel Messi (10), center, and teammates (AP/PTI) Argentina’s Ambassador to India, Mariano Caucino, has expressed heartfelt gratitude to Indian football fans for their unwavering support during the FIFA World Cup 2026, following Argentina’s defeat to Spain in the final. Taking to X after the tournament, Caucino acknowledged the immense backing the Albiceleste received from...
‘Disgusting what govt is doing’: Rahul slams police action against protesters; shares video
‘Disgusting what govt is doing’: Rahul Gandhi slams police action against protesters; shares video NEW DELHI: Congress MP and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Monday called Prime Minister Narendra Modi the ‘most youth-hostile Prime Minister in India’s history’. He also criticised the use of tear gas and lathi charge against...

