Fact-check: Claims of Sand Dredgers Crashing Into a Bridge in Nepal Floods Are Misleading

A widely circulated video claiming to show sand dredgers crashing into a bridge during recent floods in Nepal is misleading. Fact-checking reveals that the footage actually depicts an incident in Vietnam's Yen Bai province, where sand dredgers collided with the To Mau bridge following Typhoon Yagi. The video has been incorrectly associated with the recent floods in Nepal, which have caused significant casualties and economic damage.

The guardian angel: One woman’s fight to save lives in flood-prone Nepal

Old Photos and Videos Falsely Shared Following Deadly Nepal Plane Crash

A Saurya Airlines plane crashed in Kathmandu on July 24, 2024, resulting in 18 fatalities. Following the crash, outdated photos and videos were falsely circulated on social media, misleadingly linked to the incident. Verification efforts revealed these images were from previous aviation disasters, including the 2018 US-Bangla Airlines and 2023 Yeti Airlines crashes. The article emphasizes the importance of verifying information to prevent misinformation.

From Ayodhya to Janakpur: How Indian Hindu nationalism crossed into Nepal

The article explores the influence of Indian Hindu nationalism on Nepal's political landscape, highlighting historical events such as the end of the Shah monarchy and the rise of the RPP advocating for a return to monarchy. It discusses the challenges of Hinduisation in Nepal's diverse society and the potential impact of Indian politics on Nepal's religious identity. Various stakeholders, including political figures and analysts, provide insights into the complexities of Nepal's political and religious dynamics.

TikTok Post Claiming Deputy Mayor’s Support for Lamichhane Is Misleading

A TikTok video falsely claims that Kathmandu's deputy mayor, Sunita Dangol, supported Deputy Prime Minister Rabi Lamichhane amidst calls for his resignation over alleged misappropriation of funds. The video misrepresents Dangol's speech at a road safety event, where she did not express support for Lamichhane. The misleading post was debunked through a digital investigation by Nepal Check.

Nepal: Police arrest dozens of anti-government protesters

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.

On a wing and a prayer

The author recounts a paragliding adventure in Sarangkot, Pokhara, overcoming initial apprehensions to experience the exhilarating freedom of flight. Guided by pilot Roshan Gautam from e-paragliding, the journey offers breathtaking views of the valley, Phewa Lake, and mustard fields. The narrative highlights the delicate balance between the pilot's skill and the passenger's cooperation, ultimately leading to a newfound courage and appreciation for taking chances.

Countering climate misinformation

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.

Toshima Karki’s Protest Photo Doctored to Spread Falsehoods #FactCheck

A doctored photo of Toshima Karki, a lawmaker from the Rastriya Swatantra Party, has gone viral on social media, falsely depicting her protest against her party leader Rabi Lamichhane. The original photo was from a protest Karki led against the killing of job aspirants in Lalitpur. The doctored images were intended to discredit Karki and her party. The article uses reverse image search and multiple sources to debunk the misinformation.

Fact Check: Toshima Karki’s Protest Photo Doctored to Spread Falsehoods

A photo of Toshima Karki, a former state minister and lawmaker, was doctored to falsely depict her protest as being against her party, Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP), and its president, Rabi Lamichhane, over financial misappropriation. The original protest, led by Karki on December 30, 2023, was against the killing of two young men during a demonstration. The doctored images were shared widely on social media, misleading the public. Fact-checking revealed the true context of the protest and the digital manipulation of the images.