South Asia Time – for leading economic & business updates from UK

Avalanche Tragedy on Pakistan’s Broad Peak: 4 Bodies Recovered, Search Resumes for Missing Climbers Including Nirmal Purja’s Team

Kathmandu — Rescue teams have recovered four bodies after a deadly avalanche struck a 10-member international expedition

Call for closer cooperation between Nepal and EU in the ICT sector

Brussels — Officials, entrepreneurs and tech leaders from Nepal and the European Union (EU) have called for

Extreme Heat Threatens Millions of Jobs and Economic Growth Across South Asia, World Bank Report Warns

Endangered Raute Community Member Dies in Surkhet, Population Falls to 132

Nepal cuts adolescent pregnancy rates by 35% in two decades, outpaces peers

India-China border trade via Shipki La resumes after six-year gap

Nepal’s Tiger Population Hits Record 429, More Than Tripling Since 2009

News

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Nirmal “Nimsdai” Purja Confirmed Dead in Broad Peak Avalanche

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China’s Global Development Initiative Marks Five Years as Major Public Good

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Nepali Man Killed in Drone Attack in Northern Kuwait; Embassy Confirms, MoFA Condemns Strike​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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Everest Summiteers and experts call for urgent action to combat climate crisis

Op-Ed

The Awakening Mind in Action: Applying Buddhist Epistemology and Ethics to Contemporary Social Change
Nepal’s GOP Fractures: Reform, Rupture, or Rebirth?
Meditation and inner peace
The Delusion of the State: Nepal’s Gen Z Revolt and the Crisis of Recognition
A Missed Opportunity

UK

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Andy Burnham appointed new British Prime Minister

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Bringing the NHS to your community – the Service Access roadshow on tour

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NNA UK celebrates 12th anniversary by organising educational conference

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Breaking Silence: London Event Spotlights Domestic Violence’s Devastating Impact on Mental Health

Nepal

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Endangered Raute Community Member Dies in Surkhet, Population Falls to 132

Nepal cuts adolescent pregnancy rates by 35% in two decades, outpaces peers
Nepal’s Tiger Population Hits Record 429, More Than Tripling Since 2009

Interview

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‘‘The evolving power struggle between the US and China in South Asia is likely to escalate under Trump presidency’’- RAMESH ADHIKARI

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‘Traditional caste system is a man-made social construct that has pushed the Dalits to continued state of oppression’-Dr Drona Prakash Rasali

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‘The global community must recognise the urgency of climate crisis and take decisive action’

Food & Lifestyle

Nepal’s Shinta Mani Mustang Named World’s Greatest Luxury Hotel for 2026
Appropriate treatment for hypertension could avert 76 million deaths globally by 2050: WHO
UK’s First Permanent Gallery on South Asian Community Provides a Window into Rich Heritage and Culture
Ancient Origins of Curry Unearthed in South-East Asia: Traces of Spice Trade 2,000 Years Ago
Shockwaves in the Beverage Industry: Diet Coke Ingredient Labeled a Potential Cancer Risk

Economy

Nepal aims to become a major clean energy exporter in South Asia: Minister Ghising
Urgent Call for Improved Food Policies to Combat Rising Obesity in South Asia
South Asia’s Growth Remains Resilient but Below Pre-Pandemic Levels, World Bank Reports
Sri Lanka Excludes Banks from Local Debt Restructuring Plan to Safeguard Deposits
Rising Debt and Inequalities Amplify Global Employment Divide, says ILO Report

South Asia

Endangered Raute Community Member Dies in Surkhet, Population Falls to 132
Nepal cuts adolescent pregnancy rates by 35% in two decades, outpaces peers
India-China border trade via Shipki La resumes after six-year gap
Nepal’s Tiger Population Hits Record 429, More Than Tripling Since 2009
Deepmala Dhakal Crowned Miss Nepal World 2026

Profile

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Nepalese Teenager Breaks Record as Youngest to Summit All 14 Highest Peaks

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Kiban Rai Becomes First Nepalese Player to Sign Professional Contract in English Football League

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Cllr Nina Gurung Becomes UK’s First Female Mayor of Nepalese and British Gurkha Heritage

Entrepreneurship

SecurityPal: Bridging Silicon Valley and Silicon Peaks
Genese Solution achieves the AWS Generative AI Competency
Varang Health Care rebrands itself to provide quality care services
Another Big Year for the Makesworth Foundation
Rubicon Drinks Founder Naresh Nagrecha Remembered for Business Acumen and Philanthropy

Kids & Educational

Nurturing Bonds: Guiding Your Teen Through Tough Times with Love and Support
Three UK Girls Embark on a Philanthropic Journey to Nepal: Diary Chronicles their Transformative Volunteering Experience
UK Girls Embark on Life-Changing Journey: Volunteering in Nepal’s Rural School, Diary Chronicles Adventure(Day-3)
Give babies peanut butter to cut allergy by 77%, study says
WHO prepares plan to keep children safe online

Research & Academic

The Awakening Mind in Action: Applying Buddhist Epistemology and Ethics to Contemporary Social Change
Declining Genetic Diversity Threatens Wildlife Survival
Groundbreaking Study Explores Postnatal Mental Health of British South Asian Mothers
Can the NHS soup and shake diet really reverse diabetes? Here’s what you need to know
Urgent Call for Improved Food Policies to Combat Rising Obesity in South Asia

SAT Special

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Understanding the Diversity of South Asian Communities in the UK

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Exploring the Rich Heritage of South Asia: A Spotlight on the Region during Heritage Month

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Why the 1923 Nepal–Britain Treaty of Friendship is of great importance for Nepal and the UK

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Breakthrough Season for British South Asian Football Players

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Asians on New Year Honours List 2023

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British Asian achievers honoured and winners announced at Annual ceremony