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Tuesday, February 3, 2026
TopicBalen Shah

Topic: Balen Shah

Rapper to mayor & now Nepal’s next hope? Balendra Shah is youth favourite amid national crisis

35-year-old has no political affiliation, is wildly popular on social media & most importantly, credited for having done a good job as Kathmandu mayor in a short while.

‘Shape up, or ship out’—why Nepal’s young politicians are challenging an ageing establishment

Toshima Karki to Balen Shah—Nepal’s young leaders fire warning shots at an ageing political structure.

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Why Rahul Gandhi wasn’t allowed to read an excerpt from General Naravane’s memoir

General MM Naravane’s memoir—Four Stars of Destiny—reveals that he was left hanging by political leadership for more than two hours as Chinese tanks drove towards Indian positions.

Trade deal with US likely to lift Rupee & stocks, say investors

New Delhi: India’s agreement with the US to buy $500 billion-worth of goods over five years includes an existing pipeline of projects, as well...

Adani Defence teams up with Italy’s Leonardo to tap India’s mega helicopter market

The partnership will focus on targeting the Indian Armed Forces' requirements, particularly for Leonardo's AW169M and AW109 TrekkerM helicopters.

Swiss report should now close Op Sindoor debate. Knowing when to stop the fight is key too

The key to fighting a war successfully, or even launching it, is a clear objective. That’s an entirely political call. It isn’t emotional or purely military.