GLOF confirmed as the reason for Rasuwa flood GLOF confirmed as the reason for Rasuwa flood The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA) has tentatively concluded that the rupture of a Tibetan glacier lake resulted in a massive cross-border flood in Bhotekoshi, Rasuwa, killing uncounted people. The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA) has tentatively concluded that the rupture of a Tibetan glacier lake resulted in a massive cross-border flood in Bhotekoshi, Rasuwa, killing uncounted people. Environment 10 Jul, 2025
Scientists alarmed by surge in glacial lake floods across the Himalayas Scientists alarmed by surge in glacial lake floods across the Himalayas In a stark warning, scientists at the International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD) have expressed deep concern over the rapid rise in glacial-origin flood events across the Hindu Kush Himalaya (HKH) region. In a stark warning, scientists at the International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD) have expressed deep concern over the rapid rise in glacial-origin flood events across the Hindu Kush Himalaya (HKH) region. Environment 09 Jul, 2025
Heavy rainfall likely in Koshi, Bagmati provinces Heavy rainfall likely in Koshi, Bagmati provinces The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM) has forecast heavy to very heavy rainfall in several provinces today and tonight. The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM) has forecast heavy to very heavy rainfall in several provinces today and tonight. Environment 06 Jul, 2025
Heavy rain forecast for several provinces on Friday Heavy rain forecast for several provinces on Friday The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM) has forecast heavy to very heavy rainfall in some parts of Koshi, Bagmati, Gandaki, and Lumbini provinces today, as monsoon activity intensifies across the country. The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM) has forecast heavy to very heavy rainfall in some parts of Koshi, Bagmati, Gandaki, and Lumbini provinces today, as monsoon activity intensifies across the country. Environment 04 Jul, 2025
Kathmandu sets to host Himalayan Climate Charter Summit for the Earth Kathmandu sets to host Himalayan Climate Charter Summit for the Earth With the aim of releasing the Himalayan Climate Charter 2025, the Nepal Mountaineering Association, Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality, Black Yak, and the Sagarmatha Pollution Control Committee (SPCC) are jointly organizing the Himalayan Climate Charter Summit for the Earth in Kathmandu this Saturday. With the aim of releasing the Himalayan Climate Charter 2025, the Nepal Mountaineering Association, Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality, Black Yak, and the Sagarmatha Pollution Control Committee (SPCC) are jointly organizing the Himalayan Climate Charter Summit for the Earth in Kathmandu this Saturday. Environment 03 Jul, 2025
Widespread rainfall likely across the country today Widespread rainfall likely across the country today Monsoon conditions remain active across the country, with widespread rain and thunderstorms expected throughout the day and night, according to the Meteorological Forecasting Division (MFD). The monsoon's low-pressure trough is currently positioned near its normal location. Monsoon conditions remain active across the country, with widespread rain and thunderstorms expected throughout the day and night, according to the Meteorological Forecasting Division (MFD). The monsoon's low-pressure trough is currently positioned near its normal location. Environment 02 Jul, 2025
GCF approves $36.1 million grant to help Nepal tackle glacial lake flood risks GCF approves $36.1 million grant to help Nepal tackle glacial lake flood risks The Green Climate Fund (GCF) has approved a grant of USD 36.1 million to support Nepal in mitigating the rising threat of glacial lake outburst floods (GLOFs)—one of the most severe and fast-growing climate risks facing the Himalayan region. The Green Climate Fund (GCF) has approved a grant of USD 36.1 million to support Nepal in mitigating the rising threat of glacial lake outburst floods (GLOFs)—one of the most severe and fast-growing climate risks facing the Himalayan region. Environment 02 Jul, 2025
Widespread rainfall across country today, heavy showers likely in several provinces Widespread rainfall across country today, heavy showers likely in several provinces The weather will remain generally cloudy throughout the country today, according to Meteorological Forecasting Division (MFD). The weather will remain generally cloudy throughout the country today, according to Meteorological Forecasting Division (MFD). Environment 01 Jul, 2025
Monsoon trough shifts northward; DHM warns of heavy rainfall, flood risk Monsoon trough shifts northward; DHM warns of heavy rainfall, flood risk The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM) has stated that monsoon winds are currently affecting all parts of the country, with the monsoon’s low-pressure trough shifting northward from its usual position, drawing closer to western Nepal. The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM) has stated that monsoon winds are currently affecting all parts of the country, with the monsoon’s low-pressure trough shifting northward from its usual position, drawing closer to western Nepal. Environment 30 Jun, 2025
Doko Recyclers, Him Electronics and Practical Action Nepal sign Nepal's first voluntary EPR Doko Recyclers, Him Electronics and Practical Action Nepal sign Nepal's first... Doko Recyclers, Him Electronics, and Practical Action Nepal have signed the country’s first voluntary Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) agreement to manage end-of-life electric cooking appliances. Doko Recyclers, Him Electronics, and Practical Action Nepal have signed the country’s first voluntary Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) agreement to manage end-of-life electric cooking appliances. Environment 29 Jun, 2025
Heavy rainfall likely in western provinces Heavy rainfall likely in western provinces The country remains under the influence of monsoon winds, with widespread rain and thunderstorms expected across various regions, according to the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM). The country remains under the influence of monsoon winds, with widespread rain and thunderstorms expected across various regions, according to the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM). Environment 29 Jun, 2025
How carbon capture works and the debate about whether it's a future climate solution How carbon capture works and the debate about whether it's a future climate solution The process, called carbon capture and sequestration, is seen by many as an important way to reduce pollution during a transition to renewable energy. The process, called carbon capture and sequestration, is seen by many as an important way to reduce pollution during a transition to renewable energy. Environment 26 Jun, 2025
Plastic pollution persists in Nepal amid low awareness and enforcement struggles Plastic pollution persists in Nepal amid low awareness and enforcement struggles Plastic pollution in Nepal is reaching dangerous levels, choking rivers, clogging drains, and piling up in landfills as authorities struggle to enforce existing regulations. Plastic pollution in Nepal is reaching dangerous levels, choking rivers, clogging drains, and piling up in landfills as authorities struggle to enforce existing regulations. Environment 26 Jun, 2025
Heavy rainfall likely in several provinces as monsoon intensifies Heavy rainfall likely in several provinces as monsoon intensifies The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM) has forecast partly to generally cloudy weather across the country today, with light to moderate rain accompanied by thunder and lightning likely at some places in Bagmati and Gandaki Provinces, including the hilly regions, and at a few locations elsewhere. The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM) has forecast partly to generally cloudy weather across the country today, with light to moderate rain accompanied by thunder and lightning likely at some places in Bagmati and Gandaki Provinces, including the hilly regions, and at a few locations elsewhere. Environment 23 Jun, 2025
Heavy rainfall likely in several provinces as Monsoon intensifies Heavy rainfall likely in several provinces as Monsoon intensifies The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM) has forecast partly to generally cloudy conditions across the country today, with light to moderate rain accompanied by thunder and lightning likely in many areas of Bagmati, Gandaki, and Lumbini Provinces, as well as in the hilly regions. The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM) has forecast partly to generally cloudy conditions across the country today, with light to moderate rain accompanied by thunder and lightning likely in many areas of Bagmati, Gandaki, and Lumbini Provinces, as well as in the hilly regions. Environment 22 Jun, 2025
Monsoon brings spike in water-borne diseases Monsoon brings spike in water-borne diseases As the monsoon arrives, bringing relief from the heat, it also ushers in a surge of water-borne illnesses. As the monsoon arrives, bringing relief from the heat, it also ushers in a surge of water-borne illnesses. Environment 22 Jun, 2025
Heavy rain likely in Koshi, Bagmati, and Gandaki provinces Heavy rain likely in Koshi, Bagmati, and Gandaki provinces The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has forecast partly to generally cloudy skies across the country today, with light to moderate rain accompanied by thunder and lightning likely in several areas. The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has forecast partly to generally cloudy skies across the country today, with light to moderate rain accompanied by thunder and lightning likely in several areas. Environment 20 Jun, 2025
Glacier, ice sheet tipping points could occur well below 1.5°C, scientists warn Glacier, ice sheet tipping points could occur well below 1.5°C, scientists warn Major tipping points for Earth’s ice sheets and mountain glaciers can occur at temperatures well below 1.5°C, said scientists briefing UN climate negotiators in Bonn on Tuesday. Major tipping points for Earth’s ice sheets and mountain glaciers can occur at temperatures well below 1.5°C, said scientists briefing UN climate negotiators in Bonn on Tuesday. Environment 19 Jun, 2025
Air pollution is top health risk in Nepal: World Bank Air pollution is top health risk in Nepal: World Bank Air pollution is the leading cause of death and disability in Nepal, with the Kathmandu Valley and Terai identified as the country’s pollution hotspots, according to a new World Bank report released on Tuesday. Air pollution is the leading cause of death and disability in Nepal, with the Kathmandu Valley and Terai identified as the country’s pollution hotspots, according to a new World Bank report released on Tuesday. Environment 17 Jun, 2025
Widespread rainfall forecast across Nepal, heavy showers likely in some provinces Widespread rainfall forecast across Nepal, heavy showers likely in some provinces The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM) has forecast partly to generally cloudy conditions across the country for today and tonight, with light to moderate rainfall accompanied by thunder and lightning likely in most provinces. The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM) has forecast partly to generally cloudy conditions across the country for today and tonight, with light to moderate rainfall accompanied by thunder and lightning likely in most provinces. Environment 17 Jun, 2025
Environment SPCC, CBCF strengthen partnership under the "Everest 1° initiative" to advance sustainable waste management and climate action in the Everest region On the occasion of World Environment Day 2026, the Sagarmatha Pollution Control Committee (SPCC) and the Cimex BYD Charity Foundation (CBCF) reaffirm their commitment to protecting the fragile Himalayan ecosystem through the "Everest 1° Initiative"—a long-term environmental program focused on sustainable waste management, climate resilience, clean energy, and environmental stewardship in the Everest region.
Nepal Govt forms probe panel to investigate seizure of 779 EVs The government has formed a joint investigation committee to probe the seizure of 779 electric vehicles imported through the Korala border in Mustang on suspicion of revenue evasion.
Business Thailand Tourism Authority promotes new destinations in Nepal market The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), New Delhi, organized an Amazing Thailand Product Presentation in Kathmandu on Monday, highlighting new tourism products, emerging destinations and promotional campaigns aimed at attracting more Nepali travellers.
Business MetLife Nepal launches football-based education initiative in Kaski schools MetLife Nepal has launched a sports-and-education initiative in Kaski district, distributing football kits and training equipment to public schools to promote youth development through sport.
Nepal Over 6,700 govt employees found late in office checks: NVC The National Vigilance Centre (NVC) has found more than 6,700 government employees failing to report to office on time during nationwide surprise inspections.
Environment World Environment Day marked with call for climate-resilient, green development World Environment Day 2026 is being observed across the country today with the theme “Foundation for a Prosperous Future: Climate and Nature-Friendly Development,” highlighting urgent action on climate change and environmental protection.
Business Himalayan Travel Mart 2026 concludes, strengthens Nepal's global tourism footprint The 6th edition of the Himalayan Travel Mart (HTM 2026) concluded in Kathmandu on Thursday with strong international participation and renewed commitments to position Nepal as a global tourism hub under the theme “New Frontiers in Tourism.”
Business Gold, silver prices decline in domestic market The price of gold has decreased by Rs 2,100 per tola in the domestic market on Friday, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association.
Nepal RSP Chair Lamichhane meets US Envoy Sergio Gor in New Delhi Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) Chair Rabi Lamichhane, who is on a five-day visit to India, held talks with Sergio Gor in New Delhi on Thursday.
