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Sir Elton John described the government as "absolute losers" and said he feels "incredibly betrayed" over plans to exempt technology firms from copyright laws, BBC reported.

Speaking exclusively to Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg, he said if ministers go ahead with plans to allow AI firms to use artists' content without paying, they would be "committing theft, thievery on a high scale".

This week the government rejected proposals from the House of Lords to force AI companies to disclose what material they were using to develop their programmes.

A government spokesperson said that "no changes" to copyright laws would be "considered unless we are completely satisfied they work for creators".

Born and brought up in a middle-class family in Pokhara, Noble Basnet, widely known by his stage name Jamesy, was an average student in school.

Growing up as a kid, he was surrounded by books. His parents always encourage him to read books of various genres from poetry to fiction or nonfiction.

But after school, a friend of his introduced rap music to his life. During that time, rap music was in its growth stage in Nepal. When he heard hip-hop music for the first time, he was so engrossed in rap for its raw expression and storytelling. Back then, he used to listen to 50 Cent, J Hus, Meekz as they inspired him with their powerful lyrics and real-life connections.

With the time passing by, he started dreaming of becoming a successful rapper like them, triggering him to write verses. He was very good at wordplay skills as he spent most of leisure time reading novels and poems in his school life and had an aptitude for appreciating and understanding music.

At the beginning, his writing skill was not on par with other rappers in Nepal, compelling him to work harder than ever. By degrees, he was growing in his writing skill.

But there was limited exposure, platforms and even it was not easy for him to record the song as there was a lot of negative stigmas about rappers.

He released his debut song ‘Euro Gang’ in 2019, tapping into the Nepali rap industry. The song could not become an instant hit.  He, however, exerted himself with significant effort and dedication and released another song GVNMAN in 2020. The song made him popular in the first place.

In October, 2024, he released another song named ‘Amsterdam’. Soon after the release, the song became popular overnight and hit the airwaves of major cities of Nepal, which made him the person he is today.

Till date, the song has amassed 14 million views, making him one of the country’s popular rappers.

So far, he has performed in many places from vibrant streets of Kathmandu to the iconic stages of Europe and beyond.

In just a short span of six months—from November 2024 to April 2025—Jamesy has performed at over 80 events across Nepal and various international cities. This attainment has not only established him as one of the busiest artists but also coagulated him into a rising star.

His journey has already seen sold-out concerts in Australia, Dubai, Japan, Hong Kong, and the UK.

With irresistible impetus, Jamesy’s programs are in pipeline in Australia (again), South Korea, Bahrain, Dubai, Japan, and more.

The demand for his shows continues to grow as his fan base expands far beyond the Nepali diaspora, reaching new territories where his music speaks to hearts regardless of language or location.

Soon, he will be releasing his new songs “Wagwan Remix”, a fiery rework of a crowd favorite, and “Dior”, an exciting international collaboration featuring Chinoir, among others, sparking a lot of curiosity among his fans.

His inimitable fusion of Nepali culture with international styles has made him one of the most sought artists.

More than just an artist, Jamesy is a movement—a symbol of what it means to dream big and take Nepali music to the world.

“My music is more into trap, focusing on hard-hitting beats, catchy hooks, and lyrical storytelling,” Jamesy said, adding, “Though there may be elements of drill in some tracks, my style is predominantly influenced by the trap genre.”

In the question, where do you see yourself in the next five to 10 years, he said that he would see himself in the international platforms in the next five to 10 years performing among thousands of audiences and expanding his influence beyond Nepal. 

“Additionally, I plan to contribute to the growth of Nepal’s hip-hop scene, mentoring upcoming talents and possibly launching my own label or management company,” he further said.

I am writing from Hyderabad, where I’m representing Nepal at the 72nd Miss World. I carry with me the voices of rivers, mountains, and winds—beings who have always journeyed with us. As an indigenous youth, I long to see the strengths of our heritage honored, and the wisdom it holds remembered. Nepal, and many indigenous communities across the world, carry practices shaped not by dominance, but by deep coexistence. In a time when snow caps are melting and climate disasters escalate, maybe what we truly need is to slow down—not rush forward.

I think of my grandfather cracking open walnuts while my grandmother peeled oranges, telling stories passed down from their elders—stories of birds, plants, and insects that once thrived around them. They sowed their own clothes, grew their own food, and lived within cyclical, respectful relationships with land and life. Whether such a way of living is considered viable today may be debated. But the sense of connection to land, food, and time is something anyone can feel. Perhaps it’s this disconnection where our solutions begin to fail.

As a climate activist, I’m not here to save the planet—but to stay with it, with love and reverence. This world does not belong to humans alone. It belongs equally to the more-than-human. Perhaps it’s time we re-listen to the stories they’ve always been telling.

My journey to Miss World is not a pursuit of a crown, but an offering—to remind us of the depth within the word “world.” The only way we can echo this eco journey is through one another. Not just through votes, but in the quiet moments when you remember me and listen again to the songs sung by our rivers, mountains, and winds. What do they tell you? Could you tell me too?

Singer Pratap Das has released a new music video titled ‘Soltini Ukhumaai Manparyo’. The song premiered on Tuesday evening on his official YouTube channel. In this duet, Das is joined by singer Shantishree Pariyar. The lyrics were penned by Santosh Sapkota, with music composed by Arjun Sapkota. The video features Anjali Adhikari. Music arrangement, mixing, and mastering were done by HBN Kismat, and the track was recorded at 1DB HD Studio. The video was choreographed and directed by Ramji Lamichhane.