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11 January 2026

Rajendra Lingden (Center), Chairman of the pro-monarchist Rastriya Prajatantra Party, takes part in a march ceremony organized on the birth anniversary of Prithivi Narayan Shah in Kathmandu, Nepal, on January 11, 2026. The birth anniversary of nation-builder Prithivi Narayan Shah is celebrated as National Unification Day in the Himalayan Nation. Prithvi Narayan Shah, the then king of Gorkha, ascends the throne at the age of 20 and launches the unification campaign amid significant social, economic, and geographical challenges. He passes away in 1831 BS at the age of 52. Prithvi Jayanti commemorates Nepal's shared history, culture, and national pride, and serves as a reminder to strengthen unity amid diversity. The day highlights the importance of placing national interest above personal interests and carries special significance in instilling a sense of dedication, service, and responsibility toward the nation among the younger generation. Shah's unification campaign enables Nepal to remain one of the world's oldest independent nations by safeguarding national sovereignty and independence. His teachings, including the notion that both internal and external threats undermine the nation, remain relevant today, particularly in the fight against corruption and the promotion of good governance. His description of Nepal as a ''yam between two rocks'' continues to resonate in the country's geopolitical context.

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#13181796

11 January 2026

Nepali pro-monarchists offer a garland of flowers on the statue of Prithivi Narayan Shah in Kathmandu, Nepal, on January 11, 2026, his birth anniversary, which is also celebrated as National Unity Day. The birth anniversary of nation-builder Prithivi Narayan Shah is celebrated as National Unification Day in the Himalayan nation. Prithvi Narayan Shah, the then king of Gorkha, ascends the throne at the age of 20 and launches the unification campaign amid significant social, economic, and geographical challenges. He passes away in 1831 BS at the age of 52. Prithvi Jayanti commemorates Nepal's shared history, culture, and national pride, and serves as a reminder to strengthen unity amid diversity. The day highlights the importance of placing national interest above personal interests and carries special significance in instilling a sense of dedication, service, and responsibility toward the nation among the younger generation. Shah's unification campaign enables Nepal to remain one of the world's oldest independent nations by safeguarding national sovereignty and independence. His teachings, including the notion that both internal and external threats undermine the nation, remain relevant today, particularly in the fight against corruption and the promotion of good governance. His description of Nepal as a ''yam between two rocks'' continues to resonate in the country's geopolitical context.

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#13181814

11 January 2026

Interim Nepali Prime Minister Sushila Karki (center in Saare) attends the National Unity Day program in Kathmandu, Nepal, on January 11, 2026. The birth anniversary of nation-builder Prithivi Narayan Shah is celebrated as National Unification Day in the Himalayan nation. Prithvi Narayan Shah, the then king of Gorkha, ascends the throne at the age of 20 and launches the unification campaign amid significant social, economic, and geographical challenges. He passes away in 1831 BS at the age of 52. Prithvi Jayanti commemorates Nepal's shared history, culture, and national pride, and serves as a reminder to strengthen unity amid diversity. The day highlights the importance of placing national interest above personal interests and carries special significance in instilling a sense of dedication, service, and responsibility toward the nation among the younger generation. Shah's unification campaign enables Nepal to remain one of the world's oldest independent nations by safeguarding national sovereignty and independence. His teachings, including the notion that both internal and external threats undermine the nation, remain relevant today, particularly in the fight against corruption and the promotion of good governance. His description of Nepal as a ''yam between two rocks'' continues to resonate in the country's geopolitical context.

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#13181815

11 January 2026

A Nepali pro-monarchist pays homage to the unification hero of modern Nepal, Prithivi Narayan Shah, in Kathmandu, Nepal, on January 11, 2026, during National Unity Day. The birth anniversary of nation-builder Prithivi Narayan Shah is celebrated as National Unification Day in the Himalayan nation. Prithvi Narayan Shah, the then king of Gorkha, ascends the throne at the age of 20 and launches the unification campaign amid significant social, economic, and geographical challenges. He passes away in 1831 BS at the age of 52. Prithvi Jayanti commemorates Nepal's shared history, culture, and national pride, and serves as a reminder to strengthen unity amid diversity. The day highlights the importance of placing national interest above personal interests and carries special significance in instilling a sense of dedication, service, and responsibility toward the nation among the younger generation. Shah's unification campaign enables Nepal to remain one of the world's oldest independent nations by safeguarding national sovereignty and independence. His teachings, including the notion that both internal and external threats undermine the nation, remain relevant today, particularly in the fight against corruption and the promotion of good governance. His description of Nepal as a ''yam between two rocks'' continues to resonate in the country's geopolitical context.

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#13181817

11 January 2026

Interim Nepali Prime Minister Sushila Karki (center in Saare) attends the National Unity Day program in Kathmandu, Nepal, on January 11, 2026. The birth anniversary of nation-builder Prithivi Narayan Shah is celebrated as National Unification Day in the Himalayan nation. Prithvi Narayan Shah, the then king of Gorkha, ascends the throne at the age of 20 and launches the unification campaign amid significant social, economic, and geographical challenges. He passes away in 1831 BS at the age of 52. Prithvi Jayanti commemorates Nepal's shared history, culture, and national pride, and serves as a reminder to strengthen unity amid diversity. The day highlights the importance of placing national interest above personal interests and carries special significance in instilling a sense of dedication, service, and responsibility toward the nation among the younger generation. Shah's unification campaign enables Nepal to remain one of the world's oldest independent nations by safeguarding national sovereignty and independence. His teachings, including the notion that both internal and external threats undermine the nation, remain relevant today, particularly in the fight against corruption and the promotion of good governance. His description of Nepal as a ''yam between two rocks'' continues to resonate in the country's geopolitical context.

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#13172267

9 January 2026

The silver and red coat of arms of the City of London School (CLS) is mounted on the red brick wall of the school building in London, England, United Kingdom, on December 22, 2025. The crest features two dragons and a shield with a red cross, symbolizing the private day school for boys.

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#13172268

9 January 2026

The brick exterior of the City of London School (CLS) stands along a pedestrian path with St Paul's Cathedral visible in the distance in London, England, United Kingdom, on December 22, 2025. The private day school for boys is located in the heart of the city.

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#13172269

9 January 2026

The silver and red coat of arms of the City of London School (CLS) is mounted on a red brick wall in London, England, United Kingdom, on December 22, 2025. The crest features two dragons and a shield with a red cross, symbolizing the private day school for boys.

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#13161897

6 January 2026

The ski area of the Ehrwalder Wettersteinbahnen is active with ski teaching and ski school lessons in Ehrwald, Reutte district, Tyrol, Austria, on January 6, 2026. The Sonnenhang Sunracer chairlift serves the slopes used by beginners and instructors.

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6 January 2026

The ski area of the Ehrwalder Wettersteinbahnen is active with ski teaching and ski school lessons in Ehrwald, Reutte district, Tyrol, Austria, on January 6, 2026. The Sonnenhang Sunracer chairlift serves the slopes used by beginners and instructors.

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6 January 2026

The ski area of the Ehrwalder Wettersteinbahnen is active with ski teaching and ski school lessons in Ehrwald, Reutte district, Tyrol, Austria, on January 6, 2026. The Sonnenhang Sunracer chairlift serves the slopes used by beginners and instructors.

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#13161900

6 January 2026

The ski area of the Ehrwalder Wettersteinbahnen is active with ski teaching and ski school lessons in Ehrwald, Reutte district, Tyrol, Austria, on January 6, 2026. The Sonnenhang Sunracer chairlift serves the slopes used by beginners and instructors.

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#13161902

6 January 2026

The ski area of the Ehrwalder Wettersteinbahnen is active with ski teaching and ski school lessons in Ehrwald, Reutte district, Tyrol, Austria, on January 6, 2026. The Sonnenhang Sunracer chairlift serves the slopes used by beginners and instructors.

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#13161906

6 January 2026

The ski area of the Ehrwalder Wettersteinbahnen is active with ski teaching and ski school lessons in Ehrwald, Reutte district, Tyrol, Austria, on January 6, 2026. The Sonnenhang Sunracer chairlift serves the slopes used by beginners and instructors.

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#13161911

6 January 2026

The ski area of the Ehrwalder Wettersteinbahnen is active with ski teaching and ski school lessons in Ehrwald, Reutte district, Tyrol, Austria, on January 6, 2026. The Sonnenhang Sunracer chairlift serves the slopes used by beginners and instructors.

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6 January 2026

The ski area of the Ehrwalder Wettersteinbahnen is active with ski teaching and ski school lessons in Ehrwald, Reutte district, Tyrol, Austria, on January 6, 2026. The Sonnenhang Sunracer chairlift serves the slopes used by beginners and instructors.

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