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Why Sobita Gautam Says Nepal Cannot Introduce the Death Penalty Despite Public Demands

Law Minister Sobita Gautam says Nepal cannot introduce the death penalty under its current constitutional and international legal framework, despite growing public demands following the Garima Chaudhary case. Instead, the government, following talks involving Home Minister Sudan Gurung, Gautam and Garima's parents, reached a three-point agreement that includes a seven-day review of laws and punishments for heinous crimes.

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Inside Upper Mustang’s Centuries-Old Festival Where Horses, Royal Heritage and Himalayan Traditions Come Alive

Upper Mustang’s historic Yartung Festival filled Lo Manthang with horse racing, traditional processions, cultural performances and religious ceremonies from August 17–19, with Jigme Sigme Parawal Bista joining the opening celebrations. The centuries-old festival marks the seasonal transition after the rains while communities pray for a good harvest, a peaceful winter and the continuation of Mustang’s distinctive Himalayan traditions.

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Mustang’s Ancient Horse Festival Returns