Skip to main content
NurPhoto Agency Logo
  • Home
  • Editorial Pictures
    Categories
    • Unrest, Conflicts and War
    • Arts, Culture and Entertainment
    • Sports
    All Categories
    Unrest, Conflicts and War
    Iran-War, Destroyed Synagogue 20 photos NEW
    Apr 21, 2026

    Iran-War, Destroyed Synagogue

    Soldiers from Ukraine?s Khartiia Brigade get ready for rotation. 48 photos NEW
    Apr 21, 2026

    Soldiers from Ukraine?s Khartiia Brigade get ready for rotation.

    Tehran During the Iran–U.S.-Israeli Coalition Ceasefire 6 photos NEW
    Apr 20, 2026

    Tehran During the Iran–U.S.-Israeli Coalition Ceasefire

    Iran War – Destroyed Sites 15 photos NEW
    Apr 20, 2026

    Iran War – Destroyed Sites

    Celebrity Arrivals At Ralph Lauren Fall 2026 Home Collection Dinner Party During The Milano Design Week 2026 In Milan 15 photos NEW
    Apr 21, 2026

    Celebrity Arrivals At Ralph Lauren Fall 2026 Home Collection Dinner Party During The Milano Design Week 2026 In Milan

    Carlos Vives On Concert In Canada 18 photos NEW
    Apr 21, 2026

    Carlos Vives On Concert In Canada

    Enrique Bumbury ‘ Nuevas Mutaciones Tour’ Press Conference 31 photos NEW
    Apr 21, 2026

    Enrique Bumbury ‘ Nuevas Mutaciones Tour’ Press Conference

    Ute Lemper Performs In Paris, France 17 photos NEW
    Apr 21, 2026

    Ute Lemper Performs In Paris, France

    Reading Fightin Phils V Somerset Patriots - MiLB Baseball 131 photos NEW
    Apr 21, 2026

    Reading Fightin Phils V Somerset Patriots - MiLB Baseball

    Stanford Invitational In Palo Alto, Calif., Friday, April 3, 2026. 22 photos NEW
    Apr 21, 2026

    Stanford Invitational In Palo Alto, Calif., Friday, April 3, 2026.

    Habtom Samuel, Stanford Invitational Men's 10,000m Run Winner 15 photos NEW
    Apr 21, 2026

    Habtom Samuel, Stanford Invitational Men's 10,000m Run Winner

    Belle Vue Aces v Ipswich Witches - Rowe Motor Oil Premiership 142 photos NEW
    Apr 21, 2026

    Belle Vue Aces v Ipswich Witches - Rowe Motor Oil Premiership

    View all in Unrest, Conflicts and War Browse All Galleries
  • News of the Week
  • Wire
  • Videos
    • My Boards
    • Loading...
    • View All Boards
  • Login
  • Register

Search Editorial Photos

Keywords Enter keywords to search our editorial photo archive
Category
  1. Home
  2. Search
  3. grand welcome

Refine Results

Active Filters:
Sort By
Content Type
Location
People

"grand welcome"

514 professional editorial images found

Loading search results...
SUZUKA, JAPAN - MARCH 29: 
 Yasushi Kaneko, Japanese Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, arrives in the paddock wearin... Editorial
F1 Japanese Grand Prix 2026
1 Apr 2026 · Suzuka, Japan
#13523837
SUZUKA, JAPAN - MARCH 29: 
 Yasushi Kaneko, Japanese Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, arrives in the paddock wearin...

#13523837

1 Apr 2026

SUZUKA, JAPAN - MARCH 29: Yasushi Kaneko, Japanese Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, arrives in the paddock wearing a signed Aston Martin Aramco F1 Team cap ahead of the 2026 Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka Circuit in Suzuka, Mie Prefecture, Japan, on March 29, 2026.


Restricted to Editorial Use Only.
Commercial use is not permitted without prior authorization.
Please contact us for more information.


SUZUKA, JAPAN - MARCH 29: 
 Princess Akiko of Mikasa, honorary patron of the race, is seen ahead of the podium awards ceremony for the 2026... Editorial
F1 Japanese Grand Prix 2026
30 Mar 2026 · Suzuka, Japan
#13517842
SUZUKA, JAPAN - MARCH 29: 
 Princess Akiko of Mikasa, honorary patron of the race, is seen ahead of the podium awards ceremony for the 2026...

#13517842

30 Mar 2026

SUZUKA, JAPAN - MARCH 29: Princess Akiko of Mikasa, honorary patron of the race, is seen ahead of the podium awards ceremony for the 2026 Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka Circuit in Suzuka, Mie Prefecture, Japan, on March 29, 2026.


Restricted to Editorial Use Only.
Commercial use is not permitted without prior authorization.
Please contact us for more information.


SUZUKA, JAPAN - MARCH 29: 
 Princess Akiko of Mikasa presents the trophy to race winner Kimi Antonelli of the Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team... Editorial
F1 Japanese Grand Prix 2026
30 Mar 2026 · Suzuka, Japan
#13517843
SUZUKA, JAPAN - MARCH 29: 
 Princess Akiko of Mikasa presents the trophy to race winner Kimi Antonelli of the Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team...

#13517843

30 Mar 2026

SUZUKA, JAPAN - MARCH 29: Princess Akiko of Mikasa presents the trophy to race winner Kimi Antonelli of the Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team during the podium ceremony following the 2026 Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka Circuit in Suzuka, Mie Prefecture, Japan, on March 29, 2026.


Restricted to Editorial Use Only.
Commercial use is not permitted without prior authorization.
Please contact us for more information.


SUZUKA, JAPAN – MARCH 27: 
 Lewis Hamilton of Scuderia Ferrari HP is seen chatting as he arrives at Suzuka Circuit ahead of the 2026 Japane... Editorial
F1 Japanese Grand Prix 2026 - Practice Session
27 Mar 2026 · Suzuka, Japan
#13502422
SUZUKA, JAPAN – MARCH 27: 
 Lewis Hamilton of Scuderia Ferrari HP is seen chatting as he arrives at Suzuka Circuit ahead of the 2026 Japane...

#13502422

27 Mar 2026

SUZUKA, JAPAN – MARCH 27: Lewis Hamilton of Scuderia Ferrari HP is seen chatting as he arrives at Suzuka Circuit ahead of the 2026 Japanese Grand Prix on March 27, 2026 in Suzuka, Mie Prefecture, Japan.


Restricted to Editorial Use Only.
Commercial use is not permitted without prior authorization.
Please contact us for more information.


A welcome sign is present during the Formula 1 China Shanghai media day at the Shanghai International Circuit in Shanghai, China, on March 1... Editorial
F1 Grand Prix Of China - Previews
12 Mar 2026 · SHANGHAI, China
#13434326
A welcome sign is present during the Formula 1 China Shanghai media day at the Shanghai International Circuit in Shanghai, China, on March 1...

#13434326

12 Mar 2026

A welcome sign is present during the Formula 1 China Shanghai media day at the Shanghai International Circuit in Shanghai, China, on March 12, 2025.


Restricted to Editorial Use Only.
Commercial use is not permitted without prior authorization.
Please contact us for more information.


Welcome to Shanghai during the Formula 1 China Shanghai Media Day at the Shanghai International Circuit in Shanghai, China, on March 12, 202... Editorial
F1 Grand Prix Of China - Previews
12 Mar 2026 · SHANGHAI, China
#13434275
Welcome to Shanghai during the Formula 1 China Shanghai Media Day at the Shanghai International Circuit in Shanghai, China, on March 12, 202...

#13434275

12 Mar 2026

Welcome to Shanghai during the Formula 1 China Shanghai Media Day at the Shanghai International Circuit in Shanghai, China, on March 12, 2025.


Restricted to Editorial Use Only.
Commercial use is not permitted without prior authorization.
Please contact us for more information.


Welcome to Melbourne during the Formula 1 Melbourne media day at Albert Park in Melbourne, Australia, on March 5, 2025. (Photo by Marcel van... Editorial
F1 Grand Prix Of Australia - Previews
5 Mar 2026 · MELBOURNE, Autralian
#13404213
Welcome to Melbourne during the Formula 1 Melbourne media day at Albert Park in Melbourne, Australia, on March 5, 2025. (Photo by Marcel van...

#13404213

5 Mar 2026

Welcome to Melbourne during the Formula 1 Melbourne media day at Albert Park in Melbourne, Australia, on March 5, 2025.


Restricted to Editorial Use Only.
Commercial use is not permitted without prior authorization.
Please contact us for more information.


An Iranian cleric welcomes veiled women as they stand next to a portrait of Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, at the Imam Khome... Editorial
Ramadan And International Koran Exhibition In Iran
22 Feb 2026 · Tehran, Iran
#13356092
An Iranian cleric welcomes veiled women as they stand next to a portrait of Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, at the Imam Khome...

#13356092

22 Feb 2026

An Iranian cleric welcomes veiled women as they stand next to a portrait of Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, at the Imam Khomeini grand mosque during the International Koran Exhibition held to commemorate the holy month of Ramadan in downtown Tehran, Iran, on February 21, 2026.


Restricted to Editorial Use Only.
Commercial use is not permitted without prior authorization.
Please contact us for more information.


A general view of Patan Durbar Square, decorated to mark the Chinese New Year, or Lunar New Year, is organized by the Sino Embassy in Lalitp... Editorial
Chinese New Year- Lunar New Year Celebrated In Nepal
17 Feb 2026 · Kathmandu, Nepal
#13335008
A general view of Patan Durbar Square, decorated to mark the Chinese New Year, or Lunar New Year, is organized by the Sino Embassy in Lalitp...

#13335008

17 Feb 2026

A general view of Patan Durbar Square, decorated to mark the Chinese New Year, or Lunar New Year, is organized by the Sino Embassy in Lalitpur, Nepal, on February 17, 2026. Along with Nepal, various Asian countries and others around the world grandly welcome the 'Fire Horse' year. This festival, celebrated with family reunions, prayers, and traditional feasting, begins with the first new moon of the lunar calendar. This 15-day long festival, which generally falls between January 21 and February 20, is considered the most significant festival of the year in countries like China, Korea, Vietnam, and Thailand. The tradition during the first two days of the New Year involves families and friends gathering to exchange gifts and distribute red envelopes filled with cash.


Restricted to Editorial Use Only.
Commercial use is not permitted without prior authorization.
Please contact us for more information.


A pro-monarchy supporter holds the national flag of Nepal during a gathering to welcome deposed King Gyanendra Bir Bikram Shah and his entou... Editorial
Nepal's Former King Gyanendra Bir Bikram Shah Gets Grand Welcome Upon Return To Kathmandu
13 Feb 2026 · KATHMANDU, Nepal
#13315000
A pro-monarchy supporter holds the national flag of Nepal during a gathering to welcome deposed King Gyanendra Bir Bikram Shah and his entou...

#13315000

13 Feb 2026

A pro-monarchy supporter holds the national flag of Nepal during a gathering to welcome deposed King Gyanendra Bir Bikram Shah and his entourage to the Southern plains of Nepal on February 13, 2026. Hundreds of pro-monarchists converge into the streets of Kathmandu to welcome former King Gyanendra Shah as a show of power ahead of the parliamentary elections. The former King is welcomed by supporters from the right-wing Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP) and pro-monarchy organizations who chant slogans against the existing political system. Former King Gyanendra Bir Bikram Shah returns to Kathmandu from Jhapa in a helicopter. He starts his tour of Madhesh from Janakpur. As the vehicle hosting the former King rolls out of the airport entrance, supporters chant slogans such as ''Raja aau desh bachau'' (Come back King, save the nation) and ''Nepali Janata k bhancha? Rajtantra ley vancha'' (What do the Nepali public say? Reinstate the monarchy). Nepal abolishes the centuries-old constitutional monarchy in 2006 after then King Gyanendra seizes power and imposes an emergency, sending all the leaders under house arrest. The movement, also referred to as ''People's Movement II,'' witnesses bloodshed with dozens killed in a crackdown against protestors by the government. After weeks of violent protest and increasing international pressure, Gyanendra gives up and reinstates the dissolved parliament, marking the dawn of new democracy, highlighted as Loktantra (People's Rule). Nepal's periodic election, which is not due until 2027, is called early after the Gen-Z revolution of 2025 following the dissolution of the parliament. The September 8 and 9 revolt deposes then Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli. A total of 76 people die in the crackdown by the security forces. The two-day protest, commonly referred to as the ''Gen-Z uprising,'' is against corruption and the social media ban and now changes the course of Nepali politics.


Restricted to Editorial Use Only.
Commercial use is not permitted without prior authorization.
Please contact us for more information.


Passengers rush to Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, Nepal, on February 13, 2026, as pro-monarchy supporters gathering outside t... Editorial
Nepal's Former King Gyanendra Bir Bikram Shah Gets Grand Welcome Upon Return To Kathmandu
13 Feb 2026 · KATHMANDU, Nepal
#13315001
Passengers rush to Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, Nepal, on February 13, 2026, as pro-monarchy supporters gathering outside t...

#13315001

13 Feb 2026

Passengers rush to Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, Nepal, on February 13, 2026, as pro-monarchy supporters gathering outside the airport disrupt vehicular movement. Hundreds of pro-monarchists converge into the streets of Kathmandu to welcome former King Gyanendra Shah as a show of power ahead of the parliamentary elections. The former King is welcomed by supporters from the right-wing Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP) and pro-monarchy organizations who chant slogans against the existing political system. Former King Gyanendra Bir Bikram Shah returns to Kathmandu from Jhapa in a helicopter. He starts his tour of Madhesh from Janakpur. As the vehicle hosting the former King rolls out of the airport entrance, supporters chant slogans such as ''Raja aau desh bachau'' (Come back King, save the nation) and ''Nepali Janata k bhancha? Rajtantra ley vancha'' (What do the Nepali public say? Reinstate the monarchy). Nepal abolishes the centuries-old constitutional monarchy in 2006 after then King Gyanendra seizes power and imposes an emergency, sending all the leaders under house arrest. The movement, also referred to as ''People's Movement II,'' witnesses bloodshed with dozens killed in a crackdown against protestors by the government. After weeks of violent protest and increasing international pressure, Gyanendra gives up and reinstates the dissolved parliament, marking the dawn of new democracy highlighted as Loktantra (People's Rule). Nepal's periodic election, which is not due until 2027, is called early after the Gen-Z revolution of 2025 following the dissolution of the parliament. The September 8 and 9 revolt deposes then Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli. A total of 76 people die in the crackdown by the security forces. The two-day protest, commonly referred to as the ''Gen-Z uprising,'' is against corruption and the social media ban and now changes the course of Nepali politics.


Restricted to Editorial Use Only.
Commercial use is not permitted without prior authorization.
Please contact us for more information.


Nepal Police personnel stand guard in front of Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, Nepal, on February 13, 2026, as pro-monarchy su... Editorial
Nepal's Former King Gyanendra Bir Bikram Shah Gets Grand Welcome Upon Return To Kathmandu
13 Feb 2026 · KATHMANDU, Nepal
#13315003
Nepal Police personnel stand guard in front of Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, Nepal, on February 13, 2026, as pro-monarchy su...

#13315003

13 Feb 2026

Nepal Police personnel stand guard in front of Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, Nepal, on February 13, 2026, as pro-monarchy supporters gather to welcome the deposed King Gyanendra Bir Bikram Shah from his entourage to the southern plains of Nepal. Hundreds of pro-monarchists converge into the streets of Kathmandu to welcome former King Gyanendra Shah as a show of power ahead of the parliamentary elections. The former King is welcomed by supporters from the right-wing Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP) and pro-monarchy organizations who chant slogans against the existing political system. Former King Gyanendra Bir Bikram Shah returns to Kathmandu from Jhapa in a helicopter. He starts his tour of Madhesh from Janakpur. As the vehicle hosting the former King rolls out of the airport entrance, supporters chant slogans such as ''Raja aau desh bachau'' (Come back King, save the nation) and ''Nepali Janata k bhancha? Rajtantra ley vancha'' (What do the Nepali public say? Reinstate the monarchy). In 2006, Nepal abolishes the centuries-old constitutional monarchy after then-King Gyanendra seizes power and imposes an emergency, sending all the leaders under house arrest. The movement, also referred to as ''People's Movement II,'' witnesses bloodshed with dozens killed in a crackdown against protestors by the government. After weeks of violent protest and increasing international pressure, Gyanendra gives up and reinstates the dissolved parliament, marking the dawn of new democracy, highlighted as Loktantra (People's Rule). Nepal's periodic election, which is not due until 2027, is called early after the Gen-Z revolution of 2025 following the dissolution of the parliament. The September 8 and 9 revolt deposes then-Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli. A total of 76 people die in the crackdown by the security forces. The two-day protest, commonly referred to as the ''Gen-Z uprising,'' is against corruption and the social media ban and changes the course of Nepal.


Restricted to Editorial Use Only.
Commercial use is not permitted without prior authorization.
Please contact us for more information.


Nepal Police personnel stand guard in front of Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, Nepal, on February 13, 2026, as pro-monarchy su... Editorial
Nepal's Former King Gyanendra Bir Bikram Shah Gets Grand Welcome Upon Return To Kathmandu
13 Feb 2026 · KATHMANDU, Nepal
#13315004
Nepal Police personnel stand guard in front of Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, Nepal, on February 13, 2026, as pro-monarchy su...

#13315004

13 Feb 2026

Nepal Police personnel stand guard in front of Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, Nepal, on February 13, 2026, as pro-monarchy supporters gather to welcome the deposed King Gyanendra Bir Bikram Shah from his entourage to the southern plains of Nepal. Hundreds of pro-monarchists converge into the streets of Kathmandu to welcome former King Gyanendra Shah as a show of power ahead of the parliamentary elections. The former King is welcomed by supporters from the right-wing Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP) and pro-monarchy organizations who chant slogans against the existing political system. Former King Gyanendra Bir Bikram Shah returns to Kathmandu from Jhapa in a helicopter. He starts his tour of Madhesh from Janakpur. As the vehicle hosting the former King rolls out of the airport entrance, supporters chant slogans such as ''Raja aau desh bachau'' (Come back King, save the nation) and ''Nepali Janata k bhancha? Rajtantra ley vancha'' (What do the Nepali public say? Reinstate the monarchy). In 2006, Nepal abolishes the centuries-old constitutional monarchy after then-King Gyanendra seizes power and imposes an emergency, sending all the leaders under house arrest. The movement, also referred to as ''People's Movement II,'' witnesses bloodshed with dozens killed in a crackdown against protestors by the government. After weeks of violent protest and increasing international pressure, Gyanendra gives up and reinstates the dissolved parliament, marking the dawn of new democracy, highlighted as Loktantra (People's Rule). Nepal's periodic election, which is not due until 2027, is called early after the Gen-Z revolution of 2025 following the dissolution of the parliament. The September 8 and 9 revolt deposes then-Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli. A total of 76 people die in the crackdown by the security forces. The two-day protest, commonly referred to as the ''Gen-Z uprising,'' is against corruption and the social media ban and changes the course of Nepal.


Restricted to Editorial Use Only.
Commercial use is not permitted without prior authorization.
Please contact us for more information.


Nepal Police conducts strict checks and inquiries at the entrance of Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, Nepal, on February 13, 20... Editorial
Nepal's Former King Gyanendra Bir Bikram Shah Gets Grand Welcome Upon Return To Kathmandu
13 Feb 2026 · KATHMANDU, Nepal
#13315005
Nepal Police conducts strict checks and inquiries at the entrance of Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, Nepal, on February 13, 20...

#13315005

13 Feb 2026

Nepal Police conducts strict checks and inquiries at the entrance of Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, Nepal, on February 13, 2026, as pro-monarchy supporters gather to welcome the deposed King Gyanendra Bir Bikram Shah from his entourage to the southern plains of Nepal. Hundreds of pro-monarchists converge into the streets of Kathmandu to welcome the former King Gyanendra Shah as a show of power ahead of the parliamentary elections. The former King is welcomed by supporters from the right-wing Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP) and pro-monarchy organizations who chant slogans against the existing political system. Former King Gyanendra Bir Bikram Shah returns to Kathmandu from Jhapa in a helicopter. He starts his tour of Madhesh from Janakpur. As the vehicle hosting the former King rolls out of the airport entrance, supporters chant slogans such as ''Raja aau desh bachau'' (Come back King, save the nation) and ''Nepali Janata k bhancha? Rajtantra ley vancha'' (What do the Nepali public say? Reinstate the monarchy). Nepal abolishes the centuries-old constitutional monarchy in 2006 after then-King Gyanendra seizes power and imposes an emergency, sending all the leaders under house arrest. The movement, also referred to as ''People's Movement II,'' witnesses bloodshed with dozens killed in a crackdown against protestors by the government. After weeks of violent protest and increasing international pressure, Gyanendra gives up and reinstates the dissolved parliament, marking the dawn of new democracy, highlighted as Loktantra (People's Rule). Nepal's periodic election, which is not due until 2027, is called early after the Gen-Z revolution of 2025 following the dissolution of the parliament. The September 8 and 9 revolt deposes then-Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli. A total of 76 people die in the crackdown by the security forces. The two-day protest, commonly referred to as the ''Gen-Z uprising,'' is against corruption and the social media ban.


Restricted to Editorial Use Only.
Commercial use is not permitted without prior authorization.
Please contact us for more information.


Nepal Police conducts strict checks and inquiries at the entrance of Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, Nepal, on February 13, 20... Editorial
Nepal's Former King Gyanendra Bir Bikram Shah Gets Grand Welcome Upon Return To Kathmandu
13 Feb 2026 · KATHMANDU, Nepal
#13315006
Nepal Police conducts strict checks and inquiries at the entrance of Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, Nepal, on February 13, 20...

#13315006

13 Feb 2026

Nepal Police conducts strict checks and inquiries at the entrance of Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, Nepal, on February 13, 2026, as pro-monarchy supporters gather to welcome the deposed King Gyanendra Bir Bikram Shah from his entourage to the southern plains of Nepal. Hundreds of pro-monarchists converge into the streets of Kathmandu to welcome the former King Gyanendra Shah as a show of power ahead of the parliamentary elections. The former King is welcomed by supporters from the right-wing Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP) and pro-monarchy organizations who chant slogans against the existing political system. Former King Gyanendra Bir Bikram Shah returns to Kathmandu from Jhapa in a helicopter. He starts his tour of Madhesh from Janakpur. As the vehicle hosting the former King rolls out of the airport entrance, supporters chant slogans such as ''Raja aau desh bachau'' (Come back King, save the nation) and ''Nepali Janata k bhancha? Rajtantra ley vancha'' (What do the Nepali public say? Reinstate the monarchy). Nepal abolishes the centuries-old constitutional monarchy in 2006 after then-King Gyanendra seizes power and imposes an emergency, sending all the leaders under house arrest. The movement, also referred to as ''People's Movement II,'' witnesses bloodshed with dozens killed in a crackdown against protestors by the government. After weeks of violent protest and increasing international pressure, Gyanendra gives up and reinstates the dissolved parliament, marking the dawn of new democracy, highlighted as Loktantra (People's Rule). Nepal's periodic election, which is not due until 2027, is called early after the Gen-Z revolution of 2025 following the dissolution of the parliament. The September 8 and 9 revolt deposes then-Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli. A total of 76 people die in the crackdown by the security forces. The two-day protest, commonly referred to as the ''Gen-Z uprising,'' is against corruption and the social media ban.


Restricted to Editorial Use Only.
Commercial use is not permitted without prior authorization.
Please contact us for more information.


Nepal Police personnel stand guard in front of Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, Nepal, on February 13, 2026, as pro-monarchy su... Editorial
Nepal's Former King Gyanendra Bir Bikram Shah Gets Grand Welcome Upon Return To Kathmandu
13 Feb 2026 · KATHMANDU, Nepal
#13315007
Nepal Police personnel stand guard in front of Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, Nepal, on February 13, 2026, as pro-monarchy su...

#13315007

13 Feb 2026

Nepal Police personnel stand guard in front of Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, Nepal, on February 13, 2026, as pro-monarchy supporters gather to welcome the deposed King Gyanendra Bir Bikram Shah from his entourage to the southern plains of Nepal. Hundreds of pro-monarchists converge into the streets of Kathmandu to welcome former King Gyanendra Shah as a show of power ahead of the parliamentary elections. The former King is welcomed by supporters from the right-wing Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP) and pro-monarchy organizations who chant slogans against the existing political system. Former King Gyanendra Bir Bikram Shah returns to Kathmandu from Jhapa in a helicopter. He starts his tour of Madhesh from Janakpur. As the vehicle hosting the former King rolls out of the airport entrance, supporters chant slogans such as ''Raja aau desh bachau'' (Come back King, save the nation) and ''Nepali Janata k bhancha? Rajtantra ley vancha'' (What do the Nepali public say? Reinstate the monarchy). In 2006, Nepal abolishes the centuries-old constitutional monarchy after then-King Gyanendra seizes power and imposes an emergency, sending all the leaders under house arrest. The movement, also referred to as ''People's Movement II,'' witnesses bloodshed with dozens killed in a crackdown against protestors by the government. After weeks of violent protest and increasing international pressure, Gyanendra gives up and reinstates the dissolved parliament, marking the dawn of new democracy, highlighted as Loktantra (People's Rule). Nepal's periodic election, which is not due until 2027, is called early after the Gen-Z revolution of 2025 following the dissolution of the parliament. The September 8 and 9 revolt deposes then-Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli. A total of 76 people die in the crackdown by the security forces. The two-day protest, commonly referred to as the ''Gen-Z uprising,'' is against corruption and the social media ban and changes the course of Nepal.


Restricted to Editorial Use Only.
Commercial use is not permitted without prior authorization.
Please contact us for more information.


of 33
Next
Add to Board
Loading boards…
New board
NurPhoto Logo

Independent photojournalistic agency delivering global visual storytelling since 2013. Trusted by leading media organizations worldwide.

Company
  • About Us
  • Work With Us
  • Contact Us
  • Latest Galleries
Services
  • Editorial Pictures
  • Assignments
  • Research Services
  • Fine Art Prints
  • Creative Content
  • My Picturemaxx
Resources
  • Credit Packs
  • License Terms
  • Terms of Service
  • Privacy Policy
  • Support Center
Connect With Us
[email protected]
24/7 Support
Follow Our Stories

© 2013–2026 NurPhoto S.r.l. All rights reserved. | VAT IT01921690663

We accept:
Click outside this window to close it