In Nepal, 76 protesters were arrested by police for organizing a general strike in response to the dissolution of the country's parliament by Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli. The arrests occurred in Kathmandu amid ongoing sit-in protests and rallies by a faction of the ruling Nepal Communist Party. The Supreme Court is hearing petitions regarding the parliament's dissolution.

Climate misinformation continues to spread despite scientific consensus on climate change, with fossil fuel companies, political agendas, and disinformation networks fueling falsehoods. Mainstream media's inadequate science reporting and the journalistic norm of presenting 'both sides' contribute to the problem. ExxonMobil's disinformation campaign, debunked by Inside Climate News, exemplifies corporate denialism. Misinformation undermines trust in science and hampers climate action. Terms like climate denialism, skepticism, discourse of distraction, delay, conspiracy theories, and greenwashing describe various misinformation tactics. John Cook's FLICC taxonomy helps counteract misinformation by promoting critical thinking and awareness.

A video that went viral claiming to show a procession in Nepal for the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, India, is misleading. The video actually depicts a July 2023 ceremony in Greater Noida, India, not a procession from Goddess Sita’s maternal home in Nepal. The claim was debunked by Nepal Check through keyframe analysis and cross-referencing with news reports, including one from ETV India about a Kalash Yatra that took place before Pandit Dhirendra Krishna Shastri's recitation of Bhagwat Katha in early July.

Deepak Adhikari, editor of Nepal Check, discusses the spread of AI-generated images following an earthquake in Nepal and outlines methods for identifying fake photographs. The article highlights the challenges fact-checkers face with the rise of AI-enabled platforms capable of generating realistic images. It emphasizes the importance of skepticism, source verification, and visual clues to distinguish between real and AI-generated content. Experts recommend that news media and social media users disclose AI-generated images to prevent misinformation.

Nepal's Prime Minister, known as Prachanda, is traveling to China for talks on connectivity and security after attending the United Nations General Assembly in New York and a reception by U.S. President Joe Biden. This marks the first visit to China by a Nepalese leader in three years, following Prachanda's trip to India, which competes with Beijing for influence in the region.

A viral video and photos claiming to show a rally in Dharan after a controversial beef consumption incident and subsequent protest plans were found to be misleading. Nepal Check's investigation revealed that the imagery was from a religious procession in Birgunj, celebrating the 11th anniversary of Gahwa Mai Temple, and not from Dharan. The content was incorrectly labeled and shared on social media platforms, including Facebook and TikTok. The actual event depicted was the Ratha Yatra held in Birgunj two months prior to the viral posts.

A viral video clip falsely claimed that Nepal's Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda' expressed dislike for the republic, federalism, and inclusiveness. Nepal Check's investigation revealed that the video was selectively edited and taken out of context, as Dahal was actually quoting former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli's views, not his own. The misleading video was shared on social media, including by members of the opposition party Rastriya Prajatantra Party. Nepal Check concluded that the claim in the viral video lacks context and does not reflect Dahal's personal views.

Sanjay Upadhya's book 'Democracy in Turns: A Political Account of Nepal' provides an overview of Nepal's political history, particularly from the 1990s onwards. The book condenses significant events into 280 pages but has been criticized for lacking depth and relying heavily on international sources. It assumes reader familiarity with Nepali politics, which may challenge some. The book offers insights into the political parties' actions in opposition versus power and captures the Maoist insurgency's impact. However, it has been noted for potential bias towards the Shah monarchy and for not fully exploring the implications of certain historical transitions.

Recent floods and landslides in eastern Nepal have caused fatalities and destruction. A photo of a collapsed bridge circulated by Ratopati and Nepal Live was claimed to be from Sankhuwasabha district. However, an investigation by Nepal Check and confirmation from reporter Giriraj Banskota revealed that the photo was actually of a bridge over the Hewa Khola river in Panchthar district. The misleading photo was part of the Mechi Highway and not from the flood-affected area in Sankhuwasabha.

Nepal's Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal, also known as Prachanda, is preparing for a four-day diplomatic visit to India with the goal of improving strained relations due to border disputes and power project issues. The two countries share a 1,770-kilometer open border and have a history of trade and political influence, which was impacted when Nepal released a political map including territory controlled by India.

The article discusses the integration of yoga with the Intelligent Internet of Things (IIoT) and its implications for health monitoring and exercise guidance. It covers the benefits of yoga for physical and mental health, the use of IIoT to detect and monitor yoga postures, and the challenges and future directions in this field. The authors provide a comprehensive survey on the topic, including the types of yoga, safety measures, and the application of IIoT in yoga practice. They also highlight the need for more research to explore the long-term impacts of yoga and the technological advancements in IIoT for yoga practice.

The article details the perilous journey of a Nepalese man, referred to as Ramesh, who embarked on a risky and expensive migration to the United States in search of a better life. Ramesh's odyssey took him through various countries, facing dangers such as treacherous jungle crossings and encounters with smugglers and robbers. The story highlights the broader issue of human smuggling from Nepal, with local social workers and law enforcement discussing the prevalence of the issue in the region. Despite the hardships, Ramesh eventually made it to the U.S., and his social media suggests he has achieved some level of success. However, the article also touches on the high costs and debts incurred by migrants, suggesting that the true beneficiaries of this migration are often traffickers and moneylenders. The piece includes additional reporting by Nathan Jaccard (OCCRP) and Jose Guarnizo (Revista Semana).

The article discusses the repatriation of stolen cultural artefacts to Nepal, highlighting the efforts of art enthusiasts, community members, and organizations in restoring Nepal's cultural heritage. Two wooden struts from the Narayan Temple and a stone sculpture of the Buddhist Goddess Tara from the Bir Bhadreshwar Mahadev Temple were recently returned from the US and Yale University Art Gallery, respectively. The article outlines the history of art theft in Nepal, particularly during the 1970s and 80s, and the role of books by Lain Singh Bangdel and Juergen Schick in documenting these stolen artefacts. The Lost Arts of Nepal social media campaign and the Nepal Heritage Recovery Campaign have been instrumental in identifying and pressuring for the return of these items. The process of repatriation involves verifying the provenance of artefacts, negotiating with foreign institutions, and sometimes involving the FBI and Interpol. Once returned, artefacts are kept at the National Museum and can be reclaimed by local communities, who must also ensure their security. The article concludes with the mention of a documentary titled 'The God Thieves' by Newsy, which addresses the broader issue of antiquities trafficking.

Nepal has commenced its campaign for parliamentary and provincial elections, with voting scheduled for November 20. This marks the second general election since the adoption of a new constitution in 2015, which transitioned Nepal from a unitary Hindu kingdom to a federal republic with federal, provincial, and local tiers of government.

A video circulated on social media, including Twitter and Facebook, purportedly shows lawmakers from the Communist Party of Nepal, Unified Marxist and Leninist (CPN-UML) chanting pro-monarchy slogans during a parliamentary session. The video was shared by a user named Apil Gurung and gained some traction online. However, upon investigation by Nepal Check, it was found that the original video from a House of Representatives session on September 8, 2021, had been doctored. The lawmakers were actually protesting against Speaker Agni Sapkota with slogans related to maintaining the dignity of Parliament and the rule of law. The original voices in the video were replaced with pro-monarchy slogans. The misleading video was shared in the context of the upcoming parliamentary elections in Nepal, with the apparent aim of discrediting the CPN-UML party.

Khagaraj Adhikari, a lawmaker from the Communist Party of Nepal (UML), claimed that Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba has not attended any Prime Minister’s Questions sessions since taking office, implying a lack of accountability to Parliament. Nepal Check confirmed that the prime minister is indeed required to answer questions twice a month according to the House of Representatives Regulation, and that no PMQs have been held since Deuba's tenure began. However, the article points out that Adhikari's claim lacks context, as he failed to mention the roles of both the speaker and the MPs in organizing PMQs, including his own responsibility as an MP, thus rendering his claim incomplete and misleading.

A TikTok user's claim that a mixture of coconut oil and vitamin E capsules can cure melasma is false. Ayurvedic texts do not clearly describe vitamins, and coconut oil is barely mentioned in classical Ayurvedic literature. Dermatologists do not recommend coconut oil for melasma treatment, and vitamin E cannot be injected into the skin to cure it. Melasma is influenced by hereditary factors, sun exposure, and birth control pills, and while coconut oil has some beneficial properties for the skin, it is not a cure for melasma.

A video of a landslide in Assam, India, was falsely shared on TikTok by user @bibhushanpoudel as a recent landslide in Sindhuli, Nepal. Nepal Check fact-checked the claim using video verification tools and reverse image search, confirming the video's actual location in Assam. The claim by the TikTok user was determined to be false.

Shashank Koirala, General Secretary of the Nepali Congress, significantly understated Nepal's arable land area during an interview on AP1 TV. He claimed that Nepal has 1.7 million hectares of arable land, but the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development's report and the Central Bureau of Statistics' Environment Statistics of Nepal 2019 indicate that the total arable land is 4.121 million hectares, including both cultivated and uncultivated agricultural land.

The articles from 'The Record' cover a range of topics related to Nepal and its interactions with the world. The first article discusses the resumption of on-arrival visas for tourists in Nepal, indicating a cautious optimism among tourism entrepreneurs and workers. The second article highlights the ongoing issues with Kathmandu's vaccination drive, marked by mismanagement and overcrowding. The third piece reflects on the contribution of Nepali contractors to America's wars on Veteran's Day, noting their lack of appreciation and fair compensation. The fourth article critiques the Nepali government's response to India's inauguration of a road to Mansarovar, suggesting that a press statement may be insufficient. The fifth article reports on the Nepali government's adoption of COVID-19 measures. Lastly, the sixth article delves into the confusion surrounding the court ruling in the Nirmala Panta case, which has failed to bring clarity or closure.

Nepal is currently involved in territorial disputes with both of its neighbors, India and China. Traditionally, Nepal has been economically dependent on India, but in recent times, it has sought to diversify its economic partnerships by engaging with China, particularly through the Belt and Road Initiative. The Nepalese government now faces the delicate task of managing domestic discontent over these territorial issues without jeopardizing its broader economic strategies and relationships with these powerful neighboring countries.

Human Rights Watch reported on violent protests in Nepal's Terai region against the new Constitution, which was perceived to favor traditional ruling classes and marginalize Madhesis and Tharus. The violence included the beating death of police officers and extrajudicial killings by police. The protests have led to curfews and a tense standoff with India, which has historical ties to the Madhesis and has closed border crossings, causing fuel shortages in Nepal. The situation has affected the local population, with many desiring peace and a resolution to the conflict.