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Air Pollution Emerges as Leading Risk Factor for Death in South Asia, Says New Report

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New Delhi, 18 July 2024 – Air pollution has become the leading risk factor for death in South Asia, according to the recently published State of Global Air (SoGA) report for 2024. The report highlights that air pollution not only poses a severe threat to

Children’s Eyesight Worsens Globally, Study Reveals

London — A global analysis has revealed that children's eyesight is steadily declining, with one in three

Climate Activists in Nepal call for a fossil-fuel free future 

Kathmandu – Climate Activists from various organisations and constituencies in Nepal demonstrated at Maitighar Mandala, demanding a

UN Warns Disasters Could Derail Economic Progress in Asia Pacific Region

‘Poverty has worsened in South Asia at a higher rate than the global average during the COVID-19 pandemic’ – World Bank

Ajay Rai Re-elected to International Transport Workers’ Federation Executive Committee

Groundbreaking Study Explores Postnatal Mental Health of British South Asian Mothers

London Mayor announces capital’s annual Diwali on the Square celebrations

News

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Ajay Rai Re-elected to International Transport Workers’ Federation Executive Committee

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Dashain Festival Concludes with Kojagrat Purnima Celebrations in Nepal

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Bomb Threats Target Multiple Flights, Prompt Security Drills at Airports

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Floods and Landslides Devastate Nepal: Over 30 Dead, Rescue Efforts Ongoing

Op-Ed

Say What You Mean
Nature of New Capitalism and old Debates
Election 2024: migrants aren’t to blame for Britain’s housing crisis
British Electoral Irony
More than 70 per cent of the global workforce exposed to climate-change-related health hazards: ILO

UK

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London Mayor announces capital’s annual Diwali on the Square celebrations

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Inspire X 2024 Brings Together Influential Speakers to Empower Young Entrepreneurs

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Eight poets recite poems to the melodies of traditional Nepali instruments

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Shambhala: Nepal’s First Oscar Contender to Premiere at BFI London After Berlin Festival Triumph

Nepal

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Dashain Festival Concludes with Kojagrat Purnima Celebrations in Nepal

Dengue Cases Surge in Nepal, Infecting Nearly 20,000 People
Death Toll Rises to 217 in Landslide and Flooding Disaster in Nepal, 28 Missing

Interview

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‘Countries from  Global South should form coalitions to amplify their negotiation power’

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‘Covid-19 exposed that hundreds of millions of people were without access to essential medicines’ -Jayasree K. Iyer

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‘LDCs are hard hit by the compounding effect of COVID and climate crises’ – Manjeet Dhakal

Food & Lifestyle

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
Global Study Warns of Alarming Rise in Diabetes Cases Worldwide, Urgent Action Needed

Economy

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
APEC economies vow efforts to curb inflation, support sustainable growth

South Asia

‘Poverty has worsened in South Asia at a higher rate than the global average during the COVID-19 pandemic’ – World Bank
Dashain Festival Concludes with Kojagrat Purnima Celebrations in Nepal
Dengue Cases Surge in Nepal, Infecting Nearly 20,000 People
Ratan Tata Passes Away at 86
South Asia Smartphone Market Sees 39.5% Growth in 2Q24, Reports IDC

Profile

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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

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17-year-old Nepali girl Prajita turned four chairs in the Voice, USA

Entrepreneurship

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
Nepal-Bangladesh discuss to promote bilateral tech cooperation
Alibaba’s Daraz to Resume Cross-Border Business in Nepal, Plans to Expand Service Network

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

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
Harnessing Nepal’s Protected Areas: A Blueprint for Sustainable Development and Biodiversity Conservation
Study Reveals: Marrying Blood Relatives Linked to 10% of Type 2 Diabetes Cases in British Asian Communities

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