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Why were so many Indian pilgrims in Tibet during the Himalayan mudslide disaster?

Hundreds of Indian nationals are missing in Nepal and Tibet following a catastrophic Himalayan flood. They include several pilgrims doing the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra pilgrimage to Mount Kailash, a mountain in Tibet that holds sacred significance for Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism and the Tibetan Bon religion, explains FRANCE 24’s Leela Jacinto.

Why were so many Indian pilgrims in Tibet during the Himalayan mudslide disaster?

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Palace intrigue in Uganda as succession battle heats up

Uganda’s tempestuous army chief has once again vowed to run for president and succeed his long-ruling father, but palace intrigues are swirling as he faces a challenge from a brother-in-law.

  • Muhoozi Kainerugaba declares intent to run for Uganda presidency.
  • President Yoweri Museveni steps back, sparking succession speculation.
  • Kainerugaba's rival Odrek Rwabwogo pushes for political reform.

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