India, Aug. 11 -- Nepal has opened nearly 100 peaks in its remote western region for free climbing to boost mountain tourism, according to officials. In a bid to attract climbers to less-visited areas, the government has waived the royalty for 97 peaks in Karnali and Sudurpashchim provinces for the next two years. These mountains, ranging from 5,870 metres to 7,132 metres in altitude, are expected to draw tourists to areas with limited economic activity. P9...