Drones to be used for seed spreading in Rasuwa forest Drones to be used for seed spreading in Rasuwa forest The forest area at Gatlang in Rasuwa district, which was destroyed following a massive forest fire some 17 years ago, is to be revived soon. The forest area at Gatlang in Rasuwa district, which was destroyed following a massive forest fire some 17 years ago, is to be revived soon. Environment 8 h ago
Cloudy conditions, rain and snowfall likely in hilly, Himalayan regions Cloudy conditions, rain and snowfall likely in hilly, Himalayan regions The Meteorological Forecasting Division has said that the hilly and Himalayan regions of the country will remain generally cloudy on Sunday, with chances of rain and snowfall in several areas. The Meteorological Forecasting Division has said that the hilly and Himalayan regions of the country will remain generally cloudy on Sunday, with chances of rain and snowfall in several areas. Environment 1d ago
Partly cloudy skies with chances of rain in hills, mountains Partly cloudy skies with chances of rain in hills, mountains Partly to generally cloudy conditions are expected across Nepal’s hilly and Himalayan regions over the next 24 hours, with chances of light rain and snowfall in some areas, according to the Meteorological Forecasting Division. Partly to generally cloudy conditions are expected across Nepal’s hilly and Himalayan regions over the next 24 hours, with chances of light rain and snowfall in some areas, according to the Meteorological Forecasting Division. Environment 25 Mar, 2026
Westerly system to bring rain, thunder across hills and mountains Westerly system to bring rain, thunder across hills and mountains A combination of westerly and local wind systems is influencing weather conditions across Nepal, bringing chances of rain and thunderstorms in several regions, according to the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM). A combination of westerly and local wind systems is influencing weather conditions across Nepal, bringing chances of rain and thunderstorms in several regions, according to the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM). Environment 24 Mar, 2026
World Meteorological Day being observed with focus on climate resilience World Meteorological Day being observed with focus on climate resilience World Meteorological Day 2026 is being observed across the globe on Sunday, marking the 76th anniversary of the World Meteorological Organization (WMO). World Meteorological Day 2026 is being observed across the globe on Sunday, marking the 76th anniversary of the World Meteorological Organization (WMO). Environment 23 Mar, 2026
Light rain, thunderstorms likely in hilly, Himalayan regions Light rain, thunderstorms likely in hilly, Himalayan regions Light rain accompanied by thunder and lightning is likely at several places across Nepal’s hilly and Himalayan regions today, according to the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM). Light rain accompanied by thunder and lightning is likely at several places across Nepal’s hilly and Himalayan regions today, according to the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM). Environment 23 Mar, 2026
Sherpa living heritage documented in Thame to boost climate resilience Sherpa living heritage documented in Thame to boost climate resilience A community-led initiative in Thame, Solukhumbu, has documented and validated eight elements of Sherpa living heritage as part of efforts to strengthen climate resilience following the 2024 Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF). A community-led initiative in Thame, Solukhumbu, has documented and validated eight elements of Sherpa living heritage as part of efforts to strengthen climate resilience following the 2024 Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF). Environment 23 Mar, 2026
Govt, WWF Nepal launch rangeland conservation project in Dolpa Govt, WWF Nepal launch rangeland conservation project in Dolpa The Government of Nepal, in partnership with WWF Nepal, has launched a four-year conservation initiative aimed at protecting high-altitude rangelands in upper Dolpa while supporting local livelihoods and preserving indigenous cultural heritage. The Government of Nepal, in partnership with WWF Nepal, has launched a four-year conservation initiative aimed at protecting high-altitude rangelands in upper Dolpa while supporting local livelihoods and preserving indigenous cultural heritage. Environment 22 Mar, 2026
Light rain likely in hills as partly cloudy weather prevails elsewhere Light rain likely in hills as partly cloudy weather prevails elsewhere The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has forecast partly to generally cloudy conditions across the country today, with chances of light rain and thunderstorms in some regions. The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has forecast partly to generally cloudy conditions across the country today, with chances of light rain and thunderstorms in some regions. Environment 22 Mar, 2026
UN report flags gender inequality in global water access UN report flags gender inequality in global water access A new United Nations report has warned that gender inequality continues to exacerbate the global water crisis, disproportionately affecting women and girls. A new United Nations report has warned that gender inequality continues to exacerbate the global water crisis, disproportionately affecting women and girls. Environment 21 Mar, 2026
Cloudy skies, rain and storms likely across country this afternoon and evening Cloudy skies, rain and storms likely across country this afternoon and evening With much of the day already underway, the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has forecast unsettled weather conditions for the remaining hours, with rain, thunderstorms and windstorms likely in several parts of the country. With much of the day already underway, the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has forecast unsettled weather conditions for the remaining hours, with rain, thunderstorms and windstorms likely in several parts of the country. Environment 21 Mar, 2026
NDRRMA urges caution as heavy rain, snowfall and storms forecast NDRRMA urges caution as heavy rain, snowfall and storms forecast The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA) has urged the public to remain on high alert as heavy rainfall, snowfall and strong winds are forecast in various parts of the country over the next few days. The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA) has urged the public to remain on high alert as heavy rainfall, snowfall and strong winds are forecast in various parts of the country over the next few days. Environment 20 Mar, 2026
Western system brings rain, thunderstorms across several provinces Western system brings rain, thunderstorms across several provinces The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM) has forecast generally cloudy conditions with chances of rainfall and thunderstorms in several parts of the country today under the influence of a western low-pressure system and local winds. The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM) has forecast generally cloudy conditions with chances of rainfall and thunderstorms in several parts of the country today under the influence of a western low-pressure system and local winds. Environment 19 Mar, 2026
Climate change intensified global heat exposure, study finds Climate change intensified global heat exposure, study finds A new seasonal analysis by Climate Central has found that more than one in six people worldwide experienced temperatures strongly influenced by climate change every day between December 2025 and February 2026. A new seasonal analysis by Climate Central has found that more than one in six people worldwide experienced temperatures strongly influenced by climate change every day between December 2025 and February 2026. Environment 19 Mar, 2026
Weather: Cloudy skies, light rain likely in mountain regions Weather: Cloudy skies, light rain likely in mountain regions The weather across Nepal is expected to remain partly to generally cloudy on Wednesday, with chances of light rain and snowfall in some areas. The weather across Nepal is expected to remain partly to generally cloudy on Wednesday, with chances of light rain and snowfall in some areas. Environment 18 Mar, 2026
What's happening with wildfires? What's happening with wildfires? Wildfire is back with a blaze again as the season of it has started. However, this is not a strange phenomenon that happens rarely in Nepal. It is a story every year. Wildfire is back with a blaze again as the season of it has started. However, this is not a strange phenomenon that happens rarely in Nepal. It is a story every year. Environment 18 Mar, 2026
Kathmandu University to host Himalayan University Consortium stakeholders' retreat Kathmandu University to host Himalayan University Consortium stakeholders' retreat Kathmandu University (KU) is set to host a retreat for the stakeholders of the Himalayan University Consortium (HUC) on March 18 and 19 in Kathmandu. The retreat aims to enhance coordination and communication among universities in the Hindu Kush Himalaya (HKH) region. Kathmandu University (KU) is set to host a retreat for the stakeholders of the Himalayan University Consortium (HUC) on March 18 and 19 in Kathmandu. The retreat aims to enhance coordination and communication among universities in the Hindu Kush Himalaya (HKH) region. Environment 17 Mar, 2026
Western disturbance to bring rain, snowfall in several provinces today Western disturbance to bring rain, snowfall in several provinces today A western low-pressure system currently influencing Nepal’s weather is expected to bring light rain, snowfall and thunderstorms in several mountainous areas of the country today, according to the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology. A western low-pressure system currently influencing Nepal’s weather is expected to bring light rain, snowfall and thunderstorms in several mountainous areas of the country today, according to the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology. Environment 17 Mar, 2026
Everest clean-up: New 2kg waste mandate begins this spring Everest clean-up: New 2kg waste mandate begins this spring Climbers attempting to summit Mount Everest will now be required to bring back at least two kilograms of garbage from areas above Camp II, as authorities tighten waste management measures on the world's highest peak. Climbers attempting to summit Mount Everest will now be required to bring back at least two kilograms of garbage from areas above Camp II, as authorities tighten waste management measures on the world's highest peak. Environment 16 Mar, 2026
Wildfires damage over 330 hectares of forest in Jumla last fiscal year Wildfires damage over 330 hectares of forest in Jumla last fiscal year Wildfires destroyed over 330 hectares of forest area in Jumla district during the last fiscal year, according to the Division Forest Office. Wildfires destroyed over 330 hectares of forest area in Jumla district during the last fiscal year, according to the Division Forest Office. Environment 16 Mar, 2026
Kathmandu SC issues show-cause order over Oli's arrest The Supreme Court (SC) has issued a show-cause order to the government over the arrest of former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli.
Business FM Wagle vows to remove administrative hurdles, curb corruption Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle has pledged to eliminate administrative and legal barriers and curb corruption to support private sector growth.
Nepal High alert against bird flu in Kavrepalanchowk Kavrepalanchowk and adjoining district Sindhupalchowk have been placed on high-alert due to risk of bird flu outbreak.
Nepal Good Governance Blueprint proposes governance shake up, termination of some public entities The Good Governance Blueprint, 2082 BS unveiled by the government to reform public administration proposes scrapping around a dozen public entities, while merging some and transferring others to province and local levels as part of a governance shake up.
Business NEPSE extends losses, falls 47 points; turnover declines The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) extended its losing streak on Monday, dropping by 47.71 points or 1.65 percent to close at 2,831.39 points. The benchmark index had already declined by 71 points on Sunday.
Nepal Police seize illegally imported broiler chickens in Rautahat Police have seized a vehicle carrying illegally imported broiler chickens in Durga Bhagwati Rural Municipality of Rautahat.
Kathmandu Cabinet meeting scheduled for today A Cabinet meeting is scheduled to be held at 4:00 pm today, according to Government Spokesperson and Minister for Education, Science and Technology Sasmit Pokharel.
Kathmandu Labour Ministry moves to implement reform agenda; token system scrapped The Ministry of Labour, Employment and Social Security has initiated steps to implement its components of the government’s recently approved 100-point governance reform agenda.
Business Gold price drops Rs 2,500 per tola; silver also declines Gold price declined by Rs 2,500 per tola in the domestic market on Monday, a day after a sharp rise.
