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'Roti-Beti' Relationship: How Ordinary Indians And Nepalis Are Intertwined
For years, ordinary Nepalis and Indians have been connected through work, remittances, and family links across the open border.
From Monarchy To Republic, How The April 2006 Movement Still Inspires Nepalis
The Jana Andolan II led to the end of 240 years of monarchy.
Iran, Afghanistan, Venezuela Among 10 Countries US Has Bombed Since 2001
The United States has bombed at least 10 countries since 2001, carrying out airstrikes, drone campaigns and large-scale military invasions across multiple regions.
Paras Shah: Ex-Crown Prince's Controversies That Shook Nepal's Monarchy
But before all this, Paras turned a hero on the night his cousin, Crown Prince Dipendra, killed the king, queen, and multiple other family members before turning the gun on himself.
Who Struck Iran School Killing Over 160 Girls? US And Israel Are Unsure
In Iran, the school week runs from Saturday to Thursday. So classes at a girls' elementary school were underway when US and Israel began bombing Tehran at around 10 am on Saturday.
Did Obama Send $400,000,000 In Cash To Tehran? Donald Trump's Big Charge
In July 2015, Barack Obama signed the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) with Iran and the P5+1 countries, the United States, United Kingdom, France, Russia, China, and Germany, to curb Iran's nuclear programme.
'Long On Words, Short On Risk': Decoding China's Silence On Iran War
Experts have suggested that Iran ranks low on Chinese leader Xi Jinping's top priorities, which include the stability of China's relations with the US.
All About Laser Weapons Deployed In Operation Epic Fury Against Iran
Videos released by the US Central Command show that the new weapon that remains fitted on a US Navy destroyer vessel off the coast of the Middle East nation could be High-Energy Laser with Integrated Optical Dazzler and Surveillance (HELIOS) system.
Ali Larijani Emerges As Key Figure In Iran's Security After Khamenei's Death
Veteran Iranian politician Ali Larijani, who said on Sunday a temporary leadership council would be set up after an air strike killed Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, reemerged last year as one of the most powerful figures
Hunting Enemy To Rescue: How Submarine Warfare Played A Role In World War 2
Submarines operated in both the Atlantic and Pacific theatres, attacking warships, merchant vessels and supply routes throughout the second World War.
Opinion: Opinion | How 12 'Insurers' Sitting In London Paralysed Hormuz - All With A Phone Call
By March 3, maritime tracking platforms recorded zero active tanker transits inside the strait. Simply because the 'underwriter' in London hung up.
Nepal Elections: How Gyanendra Shah's Coronation Changed Country Forever
In February 2005, Gyanendra took full control of the government.
Video: Iranian Drone Hits Azerbaijan Airport, 2 Injured
Azerbaijan on Thursday summoned the Iranian envoy after two people were wounded in drone hits on an airport and near a school.
What Is Minuteman III, 'Doomsday' Missile Tested By US Amid Iran War
The US Space Force stated that the launch, designated GT 255, had been planned for years and was not in response to world events.
2nd Iranian Ship Heads Towards Sri Lanka, Officials Say 'Could Be Targeted'
Iran-Israel-US war: The vessel was carrying more than 100 crew, reports said, adding they too could be targeted the same way a sister ship was sunk yesterday.
Video: Moment Israeli F-35 Shot Down Iranian YAK-130
Israel's F-35 stealth fighter jet, 'Adir', shot down a piloted Iranian Air Force YAK-130 plane over Tehran on Wednesday.
Harvard, Yale Among 22 Universities Banned By US For Military Education
The Pentagon is also cutting ties with several think tanks known for defence and national security research.
As US-Israel-Iran War Rages, China Offers Mediation
China echoed India this week in calling for a diplomatic solution to the war in Iran and military tension in the wider Middle East region. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said Thursday Beijing stands ready to mediate an end to the fighting.
Royal Massacre Of 2001: The Night Nepal Crowned A Shooter As King
Nepal's former Crown Prince, Dipendra Bir Bikram Shah Dev, shot and killed nine people, including his father, the king, his mother, and seven other members of the royal family.
