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1 January 2026

Priests paint the idol of Seto Machhindranath (L) and White Tara (R) at Janabahal (Kel Tole) in Kathmandu, Nepal, on January 1, 2026, in the days following the annual religious holy bath ritual. The painting work is part of preparations after the ritual cleansing, after which the deity is reinstalled at the temple through traditional rites. Seto Machhindranath, also revered as Avalokiteshwor or Karunamaya, is regarded as the god of rain and is worshipped by both Hindus and Buddhists, who pray for timely rainfall to prevent drought during the rice cultivation season. The Seto Machhindranath jatra is scheduled to take place in the coming months.

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#13147526

1 January 2026

A priest paints the idol of White Tara, part of the Seto Machhindranath tradition, at Janabahal (Kel Tole) in Kathmandu, Nepal, on January 1, 2026, in the days following the annual religious holy bath ritual. The painting work is part of preparations after the ritual cleansing, after which the deity is reinstalled at the temple through traditional rites. Seto Machhindranath, also revered as Avalokiteshwor or Karunamaya, is regarded as the god of rain and is worshipped by both Hindus and Buddhists, who pray for timely rainfall to prevent drought during the rice cultivation season. The Seto Machhindranath jatra is scheduled to take place in the coming months.

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#13147527

1 January 2026

A priest paints the idol of Seto Machhindranath at Janabahal (Kel Tole) in Kathmandu, Nepal, on January 1, 2026, in the days following the annual religious holy bath ritual. The painting work is part of preparations after the ritual cleansing, after which the deity is reinstalled at the temple through traditional rites. Seto Machhindranath, also revered as Avalokiteshwor or Karunamaya, is regarded as the god of rain and is worshipped by both Hindus and Buddhists, who pray for timely rainfall to prevent drought during the rice cultivation season. The Seto Machhindranath jatra is scheduled to take place in the coming months.

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#13147528

1 January 2026

Priests paint the idol of Seto Machhindranath and White Tara at Janabahal (Kel Tole) in Kathmandu, Nepal, on January 1, 2026, in the days following the annual religious holy bath ritual. The painting work is part of preparations after the ritual cleansing, after which the deity is reinstalled at the temple through traditional rites. Seto Machhindranath, also revered as Avalokiteshwor or Karunamaya, is regarded as the god of rain and is worshipped by both Hindus and Buddhists, who pray for timely rainfall to prevent drought during the rice cultivation season. The Seto Machhindranath jatra is scheduled to take place in the coming months.

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#13147529

1 January 2026

A priest paints the idol of Seto Machhindranath at Janabahal (Kel Tole) in Kathmandu, Nepal, on January 1, 2026, in the days following the annual religious holy bath ritual. The painting work is part of preparations after the ritual cleansing, after which the deity is reinstalled at the temple through traditional rites. Seto Machhindranath, also revered as Avalokiteshwor or Karunamaya, is regarded as the god of rain and is worshipped by both Hindus and Buddhists, who pray for timely rainfall to prevent drought during the rice cultivation season. The Seto Machhindranath jatra is scheduled to take place in the coming months.

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1 January 2026

A priest paints the idol of Seto Machhindranath at Janabahal (Kel Tole) in Kathmandu, Nepal, on January 1, 2026, in the days following the annual religious holy bath ritual. The painting work is part of preparations after the ritual cleansing, after which the deity is reinstalled at the temple through traditional rites. Seto Machhindranath, also revered as Avalokiteshwor or Karunamaya, is regarded as the god of rain and is worshipped by both Hindus and Buddhists, who pray for timely rainfall to prevent drought during the rice cultivation season. The Seto Machhindranath jatra is scheduled to take place in the coming months.

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#13147531

1 January 2026

The idol of Seto Machhindranath is seen during the painting process at Janabahal (Kel Tole) in Kathmandu, Nepal, on January 1, 2026, in the days following the annual religious holy bath ritual. The painting work is part of preparations after the ritual cleansing, after which the deity is reinstalled at the temple through traditional rites. Seto Machhindranath, also revered as Avalokiteshwor or Karunamaya, is regarded as the god of rain and is worshipped by both Hindus and Buddhists, who pray for timely rainfall to prevent drought during the rice cultivation season. The Seto Machhindranath jatra is scheduled to take place in the coming months.

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#13147532

1 January 2026

A priest paints the idol of Seto Machhindranath at Janabahal (Kel Tole) in Kathmandu, Nepal, on January 1, 2026, in the days following the annual religious holy bath ritual. The painting work is part of preparations after the ritual cleansing, after which the deity is reinstalled at the temple through traditional rites. Seto Machhindranath, also revered as Avalokiteshwor or Karunamaya, is regarded as the god of rain and is worshipped by both Hindus and Buddhists, who pray for timely rainfall to prevent drought during the rice cultivation season. The Seto Machhindranath jatra is scheduled to take place in the coming months.

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#13147533

1 January 2026

A priest holds the idol of White Tara (R) and Green Tara (L) as part of Seto Machhindranath at Janabahal (Kel Tole) in Kathmandu, Nepal, on January 1, 2026, in the days following the annual religious holy bath ritual. The painting work is part of preparations after the ritual cleansing, after which the deity is reinstalled at the temple through traditional rites. Seto Machhindranath, also revered as Avalokiteshwor or Karunamaya, is regarded as the god of rain and is worshipped by both Hindus and Buddhists, who pray for timely rainfall to prevent drought during the rice cultivation season. The Seto Machhindranath jatra is scheduled to take place in the coming months.

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#13139825

29 December 2025

The Late King Birendra Peace Foundation and various organizations observe the 81st birth anniversary of the late King Birendra Bir Bikram Shah Dev by offering floral tributes at his statue and portrait in Jawalakhel, Lalitpur, Nepal, on december 29, 2025. Participants pay homage and recall the late monarch's contributions to Nepal, particularly his role in promoting national unity, peace, and democratic reforms during his reign. King Birendra, born on December 28, 1945 (Poush 14, 2002 B.S.), is remembered for advocating Nepal as a Zone of Peace and for guiding the country through significant political transitions. He is assassinated on June 1, 2001 (Jestha 19, 2058 B.S.), during the tragic royal palace massacre at Narayanhiti Palace.

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#13139826

29 December 2025

The Late King Birendra Peace Foundation and various organizations observe the 81st birth anniversary of the late King Birendra Bir Bikram Shah Dev by offering floral tributes at his statue and portrait in Jawalakhel, Lalitpur, Nepal, on december 29, 2025. Participants pay homage and recall the late monarch's contributions to Nepal, particularly his role in promoting national unity, peace, and democratic reforms during his reign. King Birendra, born on December 28, 1945 (Poush 14, 2002 B.S.), is remembered for advocating Nepal as a Zone of Peace and for guiding the country through significant political transitions. He is assassinated on June 1, 2001 (Jestha 19, 2058 B.S.), during the tragic royal palace massacre at Narayanhiti Palace.

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29 December 2025

The Late King Birendra Peace Foundation and various organizations observe the 81st birth anniversary of the late King Birendra Bir Bikram Shah Dev by offering floral tributes at his statue and portrait in Jawalakhel, Lalitpur, Nepal, on december 29, 2025. Participants pay homage and recall the late monarch's contributions to Nepal, particularly his role in promoting national unity, peace, and democratic reforms during his reign. King Birendra, born on December 28, 1945 (Poush 14, 2002 B.S.), is remembered for advocating Nepal as a Zone of Peace and for guiding the country through significant political transitions. He is assassinated on June 1, 2001 (Jestha 19, 2058 B.S.), during the tragic royal palace massacre at Narayanhiti Palace.

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#13139828

29 December 2025

The Late King Birendra Peace Foundation and various organizations observe the 81st birth anniversary of the late King Birendra Bir Bikram Shah Dev by offering floral tributes at his statue and portrait in Jawalakhel, Lalitpur, Nepal, on december 29, 2025. Participants pay homage and recall the late monarch's contributions to Nepal, particularly his role in promoting national unity, peace, and democratic reforms during his reign. King Birendra, born on December 28, 1945 (Poush 14, 2002 B.S.), is remembered for advocating Nepal as a Zone of Peace and for guiding the country through significant political transitions. He is assassinated on June 1, 2001 (Jestha 19, 2058 B.S.), during the tragic royal palace massacre at Narayanhiti Palace.

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#13139829

29 December 2025

The Late King Birendra Peace Foundation and various organizations observe the 81st birth anniversary of the late King Birendra Bir Bikram Shah Dev by offering floral tributes at his statue and portrait in Jawalakhel, Lalitpur, Nepal, on december 29, 2025. Participants pay homage and recall the late monarch's contributions to Nepal, particularly his role in promoting national unity, peace, and democratic reforms during his reign. King Birendra, born on December 28, 1945 (Poush 14, 2002 B.S.), is remembered for advocating Nepal as a Zone of Peace and for guiding the country through significant political transitions. He is assassinated on June 1, 2001 (Jestha 19, 2058 B.S.), during the tragic royal palace massacre at Narayanhiti Palace.

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29 December 2025

The Late King Birendra Peace Foundation and various organizations observe the 81st birth anniversary of the late King Birendra Bir Bikram Shah Dev by offering floral tributes at his statue and portrait in Jawalakhel, Lalitpur, Nepal, on december 29, 2025. Participants pay homage and recall the late monarch's contributions to Nepal, particularly his role in promoting national unity, peace, and democratic reforms during his reign. King Birendra, born on December 28, 1945 (Poush 14, 2002 B.S.), is remembered for advocating Nepal as a Zone of Peace and for guiding the country through significant political transitions. He is assassinated on June 1, 2001 (Jestha 19, 2058 B.S.), during the tragic royal palace massacre at Narayanhiti Palace.

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#13139831

29 December 2025

The Late King Birendra Peace Foundation and various organizations observe the 81st birth anniversary of the late King Birendra Bir Bikram Shah Dev by offering floral tributes at his statue and portrait in Jawalakhel, Lalitpur, Nepal, on december 29, 2025. Participants pay homage and recall the late monarch's contributions to Nepal, particularly his role in promoting national unity, peace, and democratic reforms during his reign. King Birendra, born on December 28, 1945 (Poush 14, 2002 B.S.), is remembered for advocating Nepal as a Zone of Peace and for guiding the country through significant political transitions. He is assassinated on June 1, 2001 (Jestha 19, 2058 B.S.), during the tragic royal palace massacre at Narayanhiti Palace.

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