Cloudy weather, rain, and thunderstorms likely in several provinces Cloudy weather, rain, and thunderstorms likely in several provinces Several provinces across Nepal experienced partly to generally cloudy skies this morning, particularly Koshi, Madhesh, Bagmati, Gandaki, and Lumbini Provinces, along with the remaining hilly regions, while weather in other parts of the country remained mostly clear. Several provinces across Nepal experienced partly to generally cloudy skies this morning, particularly Koshi, Madhesh, Bagmati, Gandaki, and Lumbini Provinces, along with the remaining hilly regions, while weather in other parts of the country remained mostly clear. Environment 09 Apr, 2025
Nepal chokes under toxic air as forest fires rage and rain stays away Nepal chokes under toxic air as forest fires rage and rain stays away A thick, grey smog has blanketed Kathmandu Valley and much of Nepal, turning the air acrid and the sky an unnatural shade of white. Across the country, forests are burning, rain is scarce, and the air grows heavier with each passing day. A thick, grey smog has blanketed Kathmandu Valley and much of Nepal, turning the air acrid and the sky an unnatural shade of white. Across the country, forests are burning, rain is scarce, and the air grows heavier with each passing day. Environment 08 Apr, 2025
Two missing after avalanche on Annapurna peak Two missing after avalanche on Annapurna peak Two climbers have reportedly gone missing following an avalanche that occurred between Camp II and Camp III on Mount Annapurna. Two climbers have reportedly gone missing following an avalanche that occurred between Camp II and Camp III on Mount Annapurna. Environment 26 Mar, 2025
Environmental advocates urge swift government action as Kathmandu air quality worsens Environmental advocates urge swift government action as Kathmandu air quality worsens The group also urged authorities to temporarily close schools, ban the burning of crop residue, and mandate the use of face masks until the valley’s air quality improves. The group also urged authorities to temporarily close schools, ban the burning of crop residue, and mandate the use of face masks until the valley’s air quality improves. Environment 06 Apr, 2025
As air pollution clogs up Kathmandu Valley, alarm rises over human health As air pollution clogs up Kathmandu Valley, alarm rises over human health The Kathmandu Valley has been clogged up with air pollution for some days. People here are desperately waiting for the exit of the nasty smog. The Kathmandu Valley has been clogged up with air pollution for some days. People here are desperately waiting for the exit of the nasty smog. Environment 05 Apr, 2025
Kathmandu choked on polluted air for 75 of the last 90 days Kathmandu choked on polluted air for 75 of the last 90 days As air quality in Kathmandu hit the hazardous or extremely hazardous category this week, new ICIMOD analysis shows that high pollution has been the norm in 2025: with inhabitants suffering 75/90 days of unhealthy air in the past three months. As air quality in Kathmandu hit the hazardous or extremely hazardous category this week, new ICIMOD analysis shows that high pollution has been the norm in 2025: with inhabitants suffering 75/90 days of unhealthy air in the past three months. Environment 04 Apr, 2025
National Invasive Alien Species Management Strategy approved after 15 years National Invasive Alien Species Management Strategy approved after 15 years The National Invasive Alien Species Management Strategy and Implementation Plan 2081 has been approved after 15 years. The National Invasive Alien Species Management Strategy and Implementation Plan 2081 has been approved after 15 years. Environment 30 Mar, 2025
Partly cloudy skies in hilly areas, clear weather elsewhere today Partly cloudy skies in hilly areas, clear weather elsewhere today The hilly regions of the country will remain partly cloudy this afternoon, while the rest of the country will experience clear weather, according to the Meteorological Forecasting Division. The hilly regions of the country will remain partly cloudy this afternoon, while the rest of the country will experience clear weather, according to the Meteorological Forecasting Division. Environment 30 Mar, 2025
Partly cloudy skies in hilly areas, mainly clear weather elsewhere Partly cloudy skies in hilly areas, mainly clear weather elsewhere The hilly areas of Koshi, Gandaki, and Karnali provinces experienced partly cloudy skies, while the rest of the country had mainly fair weather this morning, according to the Meteorological Forecasting Division (MFD). The hilly areas of Koshi, Gandaki, and Karnali provinces experienced partly cloudy skies, while the rest of the country had mainly fair weather this morning, according to the Meteorological Forecasting Division (MFD). Environment 29 Mar, 2025
Earth's storage of water in soil, lakes and rivers is dwindling. And it's especially bad for farming Earth's storage of water in soil, lakes and rivers is dwindling. And it's especially... University of Melbourne hydrology professor Dongryeol Ryu and his collaborator Ki-Weon Seo were on a train to visit Ryu's family when they found something startling. University of Melbourne hydrology professor Dongryeol Ryu and his collaborator Ki-Weon Seo were on a train to visit Ryu's family when they found something startling. Environment 28 Mar, 2025
Weather Forecast: Partly cloudy in hilly regions, fair in most parts Weather Forecast: Partly cloudy in hilly regions, fair in most parts The weather is expected to be partly cloudy in the hilly regions and generally fair in the rest of the country this afternoon, according to the Meteorological Forecasting Division (MFD). The weather is expected to be partly cloudy in the hilly regions and generally fair in the rest of the country this afternoon, according to the Meteorological Forecasting Division (MFD). Environment 26 Mar, 2025
Weather to remain partly cloudy with chances of light rain, snowfall Weather to remain partly cloudy with chances of light rain, snowfall The weather across the country will remain partly cloudy to clear today, according to the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology. The weather across the country will remain partly cloudy to clear today, according to the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology. Environment 24 Mar, 2025
Season-opening wins for Hyderabad and Chennai in IPL Season-opening wins for Hyderabad and Chennai in IPL Ishan Kishan scored 106 not out off 47 balls as Sunrisers Hyderabad beat Rajasthan Royals by 44 runs in their season-opening encounter in the 2025 Indian Premier League on Sunday. Ishan Kishan scored 106 not out off 47 balls as Sunrisers Hyderabad beat Rajasthan Royals by 44 runs in their season-opening encounter in the 2025 Indian Premier League on Sunday. Environment 24 Mar, 2025
Imagine Nepal team eyes season's first 8000er summit on Annapurna this week Imagine Nepal team eyes season's first 8000er summit on Annapurna this week A team of rope-fixing climbers from Imagine Nepal Treks is all set to make the season’s first summit of the mountain above 8,000m within this week. A team of rope-fixing climbers from Imagine Nepal Treks is all set to make the season’s first summit of the mountain above 8,000m within this week. Environment 23 Mar, 2025
Weather to remain clear in most parts of country, light rain expected in some regions Weather to remain clear in most parts of country, light rain expected in some regions The weather across Nepal is expected to remain clear in most parts of the country, with partly to generally cloudy conditions in the hilly regions of Koshi, Bagmati, and Madhes provinces, according to the Meteorological Forecasting Division (MFD). The weather across Nepal is expected to remain clear in most parts of the country, with partly to generally cloudy conditions in the hilly regions of Koshi, Bagmati, and Madhes provinces, according to the Meteorological Forecasting Division (MFD). Environment 23 Mar, 2025
UNESCO report paints bleak picture of climate change impacts on ecosystems UNESCO report paints bleak picture of climate change impacts on ecosystems The United Nations World Water Development Report 2025, published by UNESCO on behalf of UN-Water, reveals that climate disruption, biodiversity loss, and unsustainable activities are transforming mountain environments at an unprecedented rate, threatening water resources, and putting billions of people and countless ecosystems at risk. The United Nations World Water Development Report 2025, published by UNESCO on behalf of UN-Water, reveals that climate disruption, biodiversity loss, and unsustainable activities are transforming mountain environments at an unprecedented rate, threatening water resources, and putting billions of people and countless ecosystems at risk. Environment 22 Mar, 2025
The melting heart of our planet: Why glaciers demand our immediate action The melting heart of our planet: Why glaciers demand our immediate action Glaciers are more than just frozen rivers of ice Glaciers are more than just frozen rivers of ice Environment 21 Mar, 2025
Media workshop highlights the role of media in communicating climate science Media workshop highlights the role of media in communicating climate science A media workshop aimed at fostering dialogue between the scientific community and the media was held in Kathmandu, emphasizing the crucial connections between the cryosphere, water resources, and climate change impacts. A media workshop aimed at fostering dialogue between the scientific community and the media was held in Kathmandu, emphasizing the crucial connections between the cryosphere, water resources, and climate change impacts. Environment 21 Mar, 2025
Drones to clean Everest and minimise casualties Drones to clean Everest and minimise casualties With the 2025 climbing season set to start soon, preparations are in full swing to smoothly manage expeditions on various mountains, including Mt. Everest, the world's highest peak. With the 2025 climbing season set to start soon, preparations are in full swing to smoothly manage expeditions on various mountains, including Mt. Everest, the world's highest peak. Environment 20 Mar, 2025
Efforts underway to control forest fire in Kavrepalanchok Efforts underway to control forest fire in Kavrepalanchok Firefighting efforts are ongoing since this morning to contain a forest fire that broke out in the Gorakhnath Community Forest at Bolde in Bethanchok Rural Municipality, Kavrepalanchok. Firefighting efforts are ongoing since this morning to contain a forest fire that broke out in the Gorakhnath Community Forest at Bolde in Bethanchok Rural Municipality, Kavrepalanchok. Environment 17 Mar, 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.
