Nepali citizens visiting India for various purposes will now have access to Indian SIM cards. Previously, mobile connections were only accessible to Nepalis after providing a passport with visa stamps.

Nepal citizens visiting India now eligible for Indian SIM cards

The Nepal citizens visiting India will now be eligible to get Indian sim cards, earlier, this used to be a tedious process posing communication challenges for the travelers coming in from Nepal.

Nepal citizens traveling to India can now obtain Indian sim cards

People in Nepal fear that Pokhara could become the next Gwadar. The city's China-funded and China-built airport is not generating revenue. There are no international flights. People fear China may seize the airport over non-payment of loans.

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Nepal's Foreign Minister, Narayan Prakash Saud, has reiterated the enduring and multifaceted relationship between Nepal and India, highlighting historical, governmental, and people-to-people ties as pillars of their bilateral cooperation.

Speaking to WION on the sidelines of the Indian Ocean Conference in Perth, Saud stated, "We have a long history of relations, we have govt-to-govt relations, people-to-people relations. In this bilateral relation, we have signed many trade arrangements and we have good relations."

In the context of bilateral visits, Saud noted the regular exchanges between officials and ministers from both nations, announcing his upcoming visit to India within a week. He remarked, "Frequent visits from India and Nepal are very common. I am also going to India within a span of one week after this conference."

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Significantly, Saud addressed the cultural and religious significance of the Ram Temple, acknowledging the desire of many Nepalis to visit the sacred site, stating, "Most of the Nepalis want to visit Ram Temple."

Turning to broader regional dynamics, Saud emphasised the importance of the Indian Ocean for Nepal's trade and economic interests, stressing the need for stability and peace in the region.&nbsp;

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He highlighted the conference's agenda to foster stability in the Indian Ocean, stating, "Indian Ocean is very important for us because Nepal has most of the trade from the Indian Ocean so we want a stable, peaceful Indian Ocean. This conference will highlight the issue of the Indian Ocean and I believe we will be successful in keeping the Indian Ocean peaceful."

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Furthermore, Saud underscored the immense trade potential and market opportunities that the Indian Ocean presents for Nepal, emphasising the shared civilisation and historical connections facilitated by the region.&nbsp;

He emphasised the importance of promoting trade, exchange programs, and people-to-people relations across the region, stating, "We have big potential of trade, market in the Indian Ocean. We have a different civilisation connected by the Indian Ocean. We should have trade, exchange programs, people-to-people relations and this is the geography where one-third of the old business is going on and so it is important for Nepal and other countries also."

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Nepal's Foreign Minister, Narayan Prakash Saud, has reiterated the enduring and multifaceted relationship between Nepal and India, highlighting historical, governmental, and people-to-people ties as pillars of their bilateral cooperation.

Nepal's Foreign Minister, Narayan Prakash Saud, has reiterated the enduring and multifaceted relationship between Nepal and India, highlighting historical, governmental, and people-to-people ties as pillars of their bilateral cooperation. Speaking to WION on the sidelines of the Indian Ocean Conference in Perth, Saud stated, "We have a long history of relations, we have govt-to-govt relations, people-to-people relations. In this bilateral relation, we have signed many trade arrangements and we have good relations." In the context of bilateral visits, Saud noted the regular exchanges between officials and ministers from both nations, announcing his upcoming visit to India within a week. He remarked, "Frequent visits from India and Nepal are very common. I am also going to India within a span of one week after this conference." Also Read | India nears landmark $100 bn investment pact with Switzerland, Norway Significantly, Saud addressed the cultural and religious significance of the Ram Temple, acknowledging the desire of many Nepalis to visit the sacred site, stating, "Most of the Nepalis want to visit Ram Temple." Turning to broader regional dynamics, Saud emphasised the importance of the Indian Ocean for Nepal's trade and economic interests, stressing the need for stability and peace in the region. Also Read | MEA dismisses Canada's election interference accusations, says it's meddling in India's internal affairs He highlighted the conference's agenda to foster stability in the Indian Ocean, stating, "Indian Ocean is very important for us because Nepal has most of the trade from the Indian Ocean so we want a stable, peaceful Indian Ocean. This conference will highlight the issue of the Indian Ocean and I believe we will be successful in keeping the Indian Ocean peaceful." Watch | India scraps free movement regime with Myanmar to secure border × Furthermore, Saud underscored the immense trade potential and market opportunities that the Indian Ocean presents for Nepal, emphasising the shared civilisation and historical connections facilitated by the region. He emphasised the importance of promoting trade, exchange programs, and people-to-people relations across the region, stating, "We have big potential of trade, market in the Indian Ocean. We have a different civilisation connected by the Indian Ocean. We should have trade, exchange programs, people-to-people relations and this is the geography where one-third of the old business is going on and so it is important for Nepal and other countries also."

Nepal's Foreign Minister Saud to travel to India this month

Nepal's Foreign Minister, Narayan Prakash Saud, has reiterated the enduring and multifaceted relationship between Nepal and India, highlighting historical, governmental, and people-to-people ties as pillars of their bilateral cooperation. Speaking to WION on the sidelines of the Indian Ocean Conference in Perth, Saud stated, "We have a long history of relations, we have govt to govt relations, people to people relations. In this bilateral relation, we have signed many trade arrangements and we have good relations."

The first country in South Asia to legalise same-sex marriage, Nepal has recently introduced measures ranging from regulatory changes to Pink Tourism.

Nepal's government launches nationwide pink-tourism initiative; to boost its LGBTQ traveler base

The first country in South Asia to legalise same-sex marriage Nepal has recently introduced measures ranging from regulatory changes to Pink tourism as it decides to leverage from the multi-billion dollar LGBTQ+ market.

Nepal wants to boost its LGBTQ traveler base

'Trade, exchange programmes, people-to-people ties are important', says Nepal FM Narayan Saud

Families of Nepalese citizens recruited by the Russian army to fight in Ukraine staged protests outside the Russian embassy in Nepal and demanded repatriation of the bodies of their loved ones who had died in the conflict. They also demanded the safe return of the people still serving in the Russian Army.

Nepal government alarmed by citizens recruited in Russian Army

Nepal called back hundreds of Nepali nationals who were recruited by Russia in its army and also demanded repatriation of the bodies of those who gave their lives in the war, said Nepal’s top diplomat on Thursday (Jan 25). 
 
Speaking with The Associated Press, Nepal’s Foreign Minister Narayan Prakash Saud said that it is estimated that more than 200 Nepali nationals have been recruited by the Russian army to fight against Ukraine and at least 14 of them have been killed so far. 
 
“We have asked Russia to immediately stop the recruitment of Nepali nationals in their army, immediately return those who are already serving in the army, repatriate the bodies of those killed, and treat and return those who were wounded in the fighting,” said Saud. 
 
Saud added that Nepal has been seeking monetary compensation for the families of those Nepalis who died in the war with Russia.

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Among the 14 Nepali nationals who have been confirmed to have died in the war, Russia said that it has been in possession of 12 bodies. Most Nepalis want their deceased relatives' dead body be returned so that they can be cremated with religious rituals. 
 
“We have information that five of our citizens who fought on behalf of the Russians are being held captive by the Ukraine side. We are asking the Russian side to take initiatives to get them freed,” said Saud. 
 
No comment has been made by Russian officials on the foreign nationals' recruitment for the military service in Ukraine, however, media reports have suggested that not only Nepal, people have also been recruited into the Russian military from Cuba.

<h2 lang="en-US">Nepal bans citizens from travelling to Ukraine, Russia</h2>

Russian law permits foreign nationals to be recruited&nbsp;into its army after signing a contract with the Defence Ministry. The Cuban authorities in September arrested 17 people, who were connected with what they called a network for the recruitment of Cuban nationals to fight for Russia against Ukraine. 
 
Russian President Vladimir Putin earlier this month signed a decree which made it easier for foreigners who are enlisted in the country’s military to get Russian citizenship. The step was taken at a time when Moscow has been trying to replenish its army troops in Ukraine through different ways, which include the recruitment of migrants. 
 
It is also believed that Ukraine has hired some Nepalis to fight as soldiers, however, Saud said he did not have more information on this.

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The government of Nepal has placed a ban on its citizens from travelling to Ukraine or Russia for employment, stating that the Russian army has recruited many people to fight in the conflict in Ukraine. 
 
Saud had held talks with Russian officials earlier this month, on the sidelines of the Non-Aligned Movement conference in Uganda and spoke about the issues. 
 
“We have clearly conveyed to them that our citizens are not allowed to be recruited in the army and to immediately send them back,” he said.

(With inputs from agencies)

Nepal called back hundreds of Nepali nationals who were recruited by Russia in its army and also demanded repatriation of the bodies of those who gave their lives in the war, said Nepal’s top diplomat on Thursday (Jan 25).

Nepal called back hundreds of Nepali nationals who were recruited by Russia in its army and also demanded repatriation of the bodies of those who gave their lives in the war, said Nepal’s top diplomat on Thursday (Jan 25). Speaking with The Associated Press, Nepal’s Foreign Minister Narayan Prakash Saud said that it is estimated that more than 200 Nepali nationals have been recruited by the Russian army to fight against Ukraine and at least 14 of them have been killed so far. “We have asked Russia to immediately stop the recruitment of Nepali nationals in their army, immediately return those who are already serving in the army, repatriate the bodies of those killed, and treat and return those who were wounded in the fighting,” said Saud. Saud added that Nepal has been seeking monetary compensation for the families of those Nepalis who died in the war with Russia. Also read: Zelensky accuses Russia of 'playing with lives' in deadly plane crash, calls for international inquiry Among the 14 Nepali nationals who have been confirmed to have died in the war, Russia said that it has been in possession of 12 bodies. Most Nepalis want their deceased relatives' dead body be returned so that they can be cremated with religious rituals. “We have information that five of our citizens who fought on behalf of the Russians are being held captive by the Ukraine side. We are asking the Russian side to take initiatives to get them freed,” said Saud. No comment has been made by Russian officials on the foreign nationals' recruitment for the military service in Ukraine, however, media reports have suggested that not only Nepal, people have also been recruited into the Russian military from Cuba. Nepal bans citizens from travelling to Ukraine, Russia Russian law permits foreign nationals to be recruited into its army after signing a contract with the Defence Ministry. The Cuban authorities in September arrested 17 people, who were connected with what they called a network for the recruitment of Cuban nationals to fight for Russia against Ukraine. Russian President Vladimir Putin earlier this month signed a decree which made it easier for foreigners who are enlisted in the country’s military to get Russian citizenship. The step was taken at a time when Moscow has been trying to replenish its army troops in Ukraine through different ways, which include the recruitment of migrants. It is also believed that Ukraine has hired some Nepalis to fight as soldiers, however, Saud said he did not have more information on this. Watch: Russian military plane crash: Ukrainian President Zelensky calls for an international probe The government of Nepal has placed a ban on its citizens from travelling to Ukraine or Russia for employment, stating that the Russian army has recruited many people to fight in the conflict in Ukraine. Saud had held talks with Russian officials earlier this month, on the sidelines of the Non-Aligned Movement conference in Uganda and spoke about the issues. “We have clearly conveyed to them that our citizens are not allowed to be recruited in the army and to immediately send them back,” he said. (With inputs from agencies)

Nepal calls back its citizens recruited in Russian Army to fight against Ukraine

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A Nepalese spiritual leader famously known as the "Buddha boy" has been arrested on charges of kidnapping and rape. Who is this man? How did he go from a spiritual leader to an alleged rapist?

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A Nepali man revered as ‘Buddha boy’ has been arrested over sexual abuse allegations. The 33-year-old Ram Bahadur Bomjon, who is considered the reincarnation of Gautama Buddha by many, was arrested by the Nepalese Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) from his hideout in southern Nepal.

In the past as well, Bomjon had been part of controversies, but the recent arrest was made when at least four of his followers disappeared from his camps, police said Wednesday.

The arrest was made late Tuesday when he was trying to escape his Kathmandu house by jumping from the window, said Nabaraj Adhikari of the CIB.&nbsp;

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He was brought before the media in handcuffs on Wednesday amid a flood of his supporters waiting outside the CIB office.&nbsp;

<h2>Who is Nepal’s ‘Buddha boy’, arrested over sexual abuse allegations?</h2>

Revered as ‘Buddha boy’ by many in Nepal, Ram Bahadur Bomjon is a controversial ascetic from the Bara district. He was previously known as Palden Dorje, his monastic name. He attracted international media attention in recent times when local people started believing that he was the reincarnation of Gautama Buddha, due to perceived resemblance with the Buddhist monk.

Though many Buddhist devotees were wary of these claims and did not believe him to be anywhere near Buddha, his popularity kept growing.

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As per Bomjon’s narrative, in 2005, when he was only 15 years old, he left his home after he saw God in his dream. He claimed that in the dream God asked him to leave his home and sit amongst the roots of a pipal tree to meditate.&nbsp;

He sat there for more than 10 months, rarely speaking, drinking, eating or even moving, as per local legends.&nbsp;Thousands of people rushed to the site to see him meditating motionless for hours, days or as rumoured even months. Soon people started flooding his site, some in devotion and some in hope of spiritual occurring.&nbsp;

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The president of the Nepal Buddhist Council, Mahiswor Raj Bajarcharya once said that they do not believe he is Buddha and does not have any of his qualities either. Bomjon reiterated that and said that he is&nbsp;in fact at the level of a rinpoche.

Rinpoche is an honorific term used in the Tibetan language for showing respect to some notable or learned Lamas or teachers of Buddhism.&nbsp;

In a 2010 incident, Bomjon was accused of attacking a group of 17 villagers when they tried to “intentionally disturb his meditation”. To this, Bomjon said that he&nbsp;dealt with the matter with “minor action”.&nbsp;

Bomjon is now expected to be taken to a court in southern Nepal&nbsp;where the alleged crimes occurred, to appear before a judge.

(With inputs from agencies)

A Nepali man revered as ‘Buddha boy’ has been arrested over sexual abuse allegations. The 33-year-old Ram Bahadur Bomjon, who is considered the reincarnation of Gautama Buddha by many, was arrested by the Nepalese Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) from his hideout in southern Nepal.

A Nepali man revered as ‘Buddha boy’ has been arrested over sexual abuse allegations. The 33-year-old Ram Bahadur Bomjon, who is considered the reincarnation of Gautama Buddha by many, was arrested by the Nepalese Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) from his hideout in southern Nepal. In the past as well, Bomjon had been part of controversies, but the recent arrest was made when at least four of his followers disappeared from his camps, police said Wednesday. The arrest was made late Tuesday when he was trying to escape his Kathmandu house by jumping from the window, said Nabaraj Adhikari of the CIB. Also Read | Papua New Guinea vows crackdown after 15 killed in riots He was brought before the media in handcuffs on Wednesday amid a flood of his supporters waiting outside the CIB office. Who is Nepal’s ‘Buddha boy’, arrested over sexual abuse allegations? Revered as ‘Buddha boy’ by many in Nepal, Ram Bahadur Bomjon is a controversial ascetic from the Bara district. He was previously known as Palden Dorje, his monastic name. He attracted international media attention in recent times when local people started believing that he was the reincarnation of Gautama Buddha, due to perceived resemblance with the Buddhist monk. Though many Buddhist devotees were wary of these claims and did not believe him to be anywhere near Buddha, his popularity kept growing. Also Read | Maldives' pivot to China - A new turn in Indo-Pacific geopolitics As per Bomjon’s narrative, in 2005, when he was only 15 years old, he left his home after he saw God in his dream. He claimed that in the dream God asked him to leave his home and sit amongst the roots of a pipal tree to meditate. He sat there for more than 10 months, rarely speaking, drinking, eating or even moving, as per local legends. Thousands of people rushed to the site to see him meditating motionless for hours, days or as rumoured even months. Soon people started flooding his site, some in devotion and some in hope of spiritual occurring. Also Read | Explained | Ecuador on edge as it faces fresh violence after govt's crackdown on gangs The president of the Nepal Buddhist Council, Mahiswor Raj Bajarcharya once said that they do not believe he is Buddha and does not have any of his qualities either. Bomjon reiterated that and said that he is in fact at the level of a rinpoche. Rinpoche is an honorific term used in the Tibetan language for showing respect to some notable or learned Lamas or teachers of Buddhism. In a 2010 incident, Bomjon was accused of attacking a group of 17 villagers when they tried to “intentionally disturb his meditation”. To this, Bomjon said that he dealt with the matter with “minor action”. Bomjon is now expected to be taken to a court in southern Nepal where the alleged crimes occurred, to appear before a judge. (With inputs from agencies)

Who is Nepal 'Buddha Boy'? 33-year-old monk arrested for sexual abuse, kidnapping

Dubbed “Buddha Boy” in early 2005, Ram Bahadur Bomjan, a controversial spiritual leader has been arrested by the Central Investigation Bureau of Nepal from the outskirts of the capital Kathmandu.

Worshipped and regarded as a reincarnation of Gautam Buddha, Bomjan had a significant number of disciples but has been on the run since early 2020 as complaint was filed against him for sexual exploitation of female disciples.

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“We have arrested him from Budhanilkantha (outskirts of Kathmandu) by a team of CIB,” confirmed Nabaraj Adhikari, spokesperson at the Nepali investigation agency to ANI.

Earlier in July 2020, the District Court in Sarlahi had registered a case of sexual exploitation filed by a minor female disciple (aged 15 at the time). As per the chargesheet, the incident took place at the ashram in Pattharkot, Sarlahi.

The victim accused Bomjan of rape at night on August 4, 2016. The minor also stated that she kept it hidden after receiving threats from Bomjan to not relay the incident to others otherwise would face the consequences.

Soon after the filing of the complaint, the Police discovered that four of his disciples also had gone missing from his Ashram. In June 2020, a joint team from CIB, Bagmati Provincial Police and District Police Offices in Kavre, Sindhupalchowk and Sarlahi conducted a raid at his ashram in Pairey, Sindhuli but could not locate him.

Bomjan came to the attention of the public in 2005 after he claimed of meditating for months without food, water or sleep. Soon after his meditation was over he set up ashrams in Bara, Sarlahi, Sindhupalchowk and Sindhuli Districts.

Apart from the sexual exploitation charges, the dubbed “Buddha Boy” also has been charged with the disappearance of five people- his disciples in different districts. A local news portal, Setopati.com had reported the incident in a series that unearthed the incidents that took place inside the ashrams of the claimed spiritual leader.

Dubbed “Buddha Boy” in early 2005, Ram Bahadur Bomjan, a controversial spiritual leader has been arrested by the Central Investigation Bureau of Nepal from the outskirts of the capital Kathmandu.

Dubbed “Buddha Boy” in early 2005, Ram Bahadur Bomjan, a controversial spiritual leader has been arrested by the Central Investigation Bureau of Nepal from the outskirts of the capital Kathmandu. Worshipped and regarded as a reincarnation of Gautam Buddha, Bomjan had a significant number of disciples but has been on the run since early 2020 as complaint was filed against him for sexual exploitation of female disciples. Also read: Nepal’s former skipper Sandeep Lamichhane sentenced to eight years for rape “We have arrested him from Budhanilkantha (outskirts of Kathmandu) by a team of CIB,” confirmed Nabaraj Adhikari, spokesperson at the Nepali investigation agency to ANI. Earlier in July 2020, the District Court in Sarlahi had registered a case of sexual exploitation filed by a minor female disciple (aged 15 at the time). As per the chargesheet, the incident took place at the ashram in Pattharkot, Sarlahi. The victim accused Bomjan of rape at night on August 4, 2016. The minor also stated that she kept it hidden after receiving threats from Bomjan to not relay the incident to others otherwise would face the consequences. Soon after the filing of the complaint, the Police discovered that four of his disciples also had gone missing from his Ashram. In June 2020, a joint team from CIB, Bagmati Provincial Police and District Police Offices in Kavre, Sindhupalchowk and Sarlahi conducted a raid at his ashram in Pairey, Sindhuli but could not locate him. Bomjan came to the attention of the public in 2005 after he claimed of meditating for months without food, water or sleep. Soon after his meditation was over he set up ashrams in Bara, Sarlahi, Sindhupalchowk and Sindhuli Districts. Apart from the sexual exploitation charges, the dubbed “Buddha Boy” also has been charged with the disappearance of five people- his disciples in different districts. A local news portal, Setopati.com had reported the incident in a series that unearthed the incidents that took place inside the ashrams of the claimed spiritual leader.

Nepal: Spiritual leader 'Buddha Boy' arrested for rape, kidnapping

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The Yeti Airlines crash in Nepal that claimed 72 lives nearly a year ago was caused due to a combination of human error and a critical lack of awareness among the flight crew, the official report from a government-appointed investigation panel said on Friday (Dec 29).&nbsp;The Yeti Airlines service was flying from Kathmandu to Pokhara when it crashed.

The report, presented by a five-member Investigation Commission, highlighted that the pilots inadvertently moved both condition levers to the feathered position during flight, a critical error that led to the feathering of both propellers and subsequent loss of thrust.

This sequence of events resulted in an aerodynamic stall and led to the collision with the terrain.

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Dipak Prasad Bastola, an aeronautical engineer and a member of the investigative panel, clarified said the pilots mistakenly placed the condition levers, responsible for controlling power, in the feathering position instead of selecting the flap lever.&nbsp;

Due to this, the engine ran idle and could not produce thrust to stay up in the air.&nbsp;

The aircraft crashed on the ground 49 seconds later.

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Buddhi Sagar Lamichhane, another member of the investigation commission, said that the probe's conclusion pointed to a critical "wrong lever" being pulled in the cockpit.&nbsp;

"Technically, the plane was fine but it seems wrong human input caused it to stall and crash," he explained.

The aircraft involved, operated by privately owned Yeti Airlines, was an ATR 72 with engines manufactured in Canada by Pratt &amp; Whitney Canada.&nbsp;

Since 2013, the European Union has prohibited Nepali airlines from its airspace, citing safety concerns.

The report submitted to the Minister for Culture, Tourism, and Civil Aviation, Sudan Kirati, after eight months and three days of investigation called the need for stringent safety measures.

The incident involving Yeti Airlines in Pokhara marked the 104th crash in Nepali skies and ranked as the third biggest in terms of casualties.

(With inputs from agencies)

The Yeti Airlines crash in Nepal that claimed 72 lives nearly a year ago was caused due to a combination of human error and a critical lack of awareness among the flight crew, the official report from a government-appointed investigation panel said on Friday (Dec 29).

The Yeti Airlines crash in Nepal that claimed 72 lives nearly a year ago was caused due to a combination of human error and a critical lack of awareness among the flight crew, the official report from a government-appointed investigation panel said on Friday (Dec 29). The Yeti Airlines service was flying from Kathmandu to Pokhara when it crashed. The report, presented by a five-member Investigation Commission, highlighted that the pilots inadvertently moved both condition levers to the feathered position during flight, a critical error that led to the feathering of both propellers and subsequent loss of thrust. This sequence of events resulted in an aerodynamic stall and led to the collision with the terrain. Also read | Top Deadly Aircraft Crashes in Nepal Dipak Prasad Bastola, an aeronautical engineer and a member of the investigative panel, clarified said the pilots mistakenly placed the condition levers, responsible for controlling power, in the feathering position instead of selecting the flap lever. Due to this, the engine ran idle and could not produce thrust to stay up in the air. The aircraft crashed on the ground 49 seconds later. Also watch | Nepal plane crash: Deadliest plane crash in 30 years, probe points to lack of technical training × Buddhi Sagar Lamichhane, another member of the investigation commission, said that the probe's conclusion pointed to a critical "wrong lever" being pulled in the cockpit. "Technically, the plane was fine but it seems wrong human input caused it to stall and crash," he explained. The aircraft involved, operated by privately owned Yeti Airlines, was an ATR 72 with engines manufactured in Canada by Pratt & Whitney Canada. Since 2013, the European Union has prohibited Nepali airlines from its airspace, citing safety concerns. The report submitted to the Minister for Culture, Tourism, and Civil Aviation, Sudan Kirati, after eight months and three days of investigation called the need for stringent safety measures. The incident involving Yeti Airlines in Pokhara marked the 104th crash in Nepali skies and ranked as the third biggest in terms of casualties. (With inputs from agencies)

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