Study: 15 million people live under threat of glacial floods Study: 15 million people live under threat of glacial floods India ranks high in the threat list not so much because of the physical setup but because of “a huge number of people downstream.” India ranks high in the threat list not so much because of the physical setup but because of “a huge number of people downstream.” Environment 08 Feb, 2023
World Wetlands Day 2023 observed across country World Wetlands Day 2023 observed across country The World Wetlands Day 2023 was observed across the globe, including in Nepal, on Thursday with various programmes. The World Wetlands Day 2023 was observed across the globe, including in Nepal, on Thursday with various programmes. Environment 03 Feb, 2023
Foggy weather to continue for a few more days in Tarai Foggy weather to continue for a few more days in Tarai Authorities have asked people to stay alert and take precautions amid the foggy weather condition, especially in the Tarai, that is l likely to continue in the country for the next few days. Authorities have asked people to stay alert and take precautions amid the foggy weather condition, especially in the Tarai, that is l likely to continue in the country for the next few days. Environment 27 Jan, 2023
'Snow-capped mountains turning black' 'Snow-capped mountains turning black' Until some years back, the mountainous ridges were seen with snow-capped during the winter season. Until some years back, the mountainous ridges were seen with snow-capped during the winter season. Environment 23 Jan, 2023
'Local levels have failed to protect arable land' 'Local levels have failed to protect arable land' National Assembly Chairperson Ganesh Prasad Timilsina has accused local levels of failing to protect arable land. National Assembly Chairperson Ganesh Prasad Timilsina has accused local levels of failing to protect arable land. Environment 06 Jan, 2023
Air quality degrades throughout country Air quality degrades throughout country The air quality has degraded across the country including the Kathmandu Valley lately. The air quality has degraded across the country including the Kathmandu Valley lately. Environment 05 Jan, 2023
Kathmandu Valley records coldest day today Kathmandu Valley records coldest day today The Kathmandu Valley has recorded the coldest day today. The Kathmandu Valley has recorded the coldest day today. Environment 25 Dec, 2022
18 die as monster storm brings rain, snow, cold across US 18 die as monster storm brings rain, snow, cold across US A frigid winter storm killed at least 18 people as it swept across the country, knocking out power to hundreds of thousands of homes and businesses and leaving millions of people on edge about the possibility of Christmas Eve blackouts. A frigid winter storm killed at least 18 people as it swept across the country, knocking out power to hundreds of thousands of homes and businesses and leaving millions of people on edge about the possibility of Christmas Eve blackouts. Environment 25 Dec, 2022
UNESCO hosts workshop on climate crisis response UNESCO hosts workshop on climate crisis response The UNESCO, in collaboration with the Nepal Forum of Science Journalists, organised a workshop for newly-elected members of Parliament, authorities from different municipalities in Kathmandu valley, and the media on Wednesday. The UNESCO, in collaboration with the Nepal Forum of Science Journalists, organised a workshop for newly-elected members of Parliament, authorities from different municipalities in Kathmandu valley, and the media on Wednesday. Environment 23 Dec, 2022
Chance of rain, snow with impact of low-pressure system Chance of rain, snow with impact of low-pressure system Due to the influence of the low pressure system, there will be partial to normal rain and snowfall in some places of the country today. Due to the influence of the low pressure system, there will be partial to normal rain and snowfall in some places of the country today. Environment 18 Dec, 2022
Cold affects normal life in Tarai Cold affects normal life in Tarai Excessively cold weather in the past few days has affected daily life in Tarai belt including Sarlahi district. Excessively cold weather in the past few days has affected daily life in Tarai belt including Sarlahi district. Environment 16 Dec, 2022
Cold waves begin in west Tarai Cold waves begin in west Tarai Cold waves have started in west Tarai including Kailali and Kanchanpur districts. Cold waves have started in west Tarai including Kailali and Kanchanpur districts. Environment 14 Dec, 2022
Polluting vehicles to face hefty fines Polluting vehicles to face hefty fines The Department of Environment under the Ministry of Forests and Environment has warned that any one could be penalised with a fine not exceeding Rs 100,000 beginning December 16 in Kathmandu valley if his or her vehicle, both four-wheeler and two-wheeler, fails emission test during surprise check. The Department of Environment under the Ministry of Forests and Environment has warned that any one could be penalised with a fine not exceeding Rs 100,000 beginning December 16 in Kathmandu valley if his or her vehicle, both four-wheeler and two-wheeler, fails emission test during surprise check. Environment 09 Dec, 2022
Thousands on alert in Indonesia's Java after Mt. Semeru eruption Thousands on alert in Indonesia's Java after Mt. Semeru eruption Thousands of residents in Indonesia's East Java were on high alert on Monday after a violent eruption at the island's tallest volcano prompted authorities to impose an 8-kilometer no-go zone and forced evacuations of entire villages. Thousands of residents in Indonesia's East Java were on high alert on Monday after a violent eruption at the island's tallest volcano prompted authorities to impose an 8-kilometer no-go zone and forced evacuations of entire villages. Environment 05 Dec, 2022
Historic compensation fund approved at UN climate talks Historic compensation fund approved at UN climate talks For the first time, the nations of the world decided to help pay for the damage that climate change has done to poor countries, but they finished marathon climate talks on Sunday with a deal does not further address the root cause of global warming — the burning of fossil fuels. For the first time, the nations of the world decided to help pay for the damage that climate change has done to poor countries, but they finished marathon climate talks on Sunday with a deal does not further address the root cause of global warming — the burning of fossil fuels. Environment 20 Nov, 2022
New policy to promote proper waste management New policy to promote proper waste management The federal government has issued the Solid Waste Management National Policy, 2022 to promote inter-agency co-financing, citizen participation, public-private partnership, mobilisation of development aid, technology development and transfer, and experience sharing in the waste management sector. The federal government has issued the Solid Waste Management National Policy, 2022 to promote inter-agency co-financing, citizen participation, public-private partnership, mobilisation of development aid, technology development and transfer, and experience sharing in the waste management sector. Environment 21 Oct, 2022
Clear sky with retreat of monsoon, temperature to decline Clear sky with retreat of monsoon, temperature to decline Change in weather with light rainfall is likely with the impact of westerly wind. Change in weather with light rainfall is likely with the impact of westerly wind. Environment 18 Oct, 2022
Clear skies forecast for next few days as monsoon withdraws Clear skies forecast for next few days as monsoon withdraws After staying for over four months, this year’s monsoon finally started to withdraw from the country from Saturday onwards from the eastern part of the country. After staying for over four months, this year’s monsoon finally started to withdraw from the country from Saturday onwards from the eastern part of the country. Environment 16 Oct, 2022
Nepal sets priority for climate adaptation Nepal sets priority for climate adaptation Nepal is preparing to attend the 27th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP27) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) from November 7 to 18. Nepal is preparing to attend the 27th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP27) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) from November 7 to 18. Environment 14 Oct, 2022
Kailali, Kanchanpur inundated Kailali, Kanchanpur inundated Many places in Kailali and Kanchanpur have been inundated due to incessant rainfall for the last few days. Many places in Kailali and Kanchanpur have been inundated due to incessant rainfall for the last few days. Environment 10 Oct, 2022
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.
Environment Heatwave tightens grip on Tarai, likely to persist for three more days A prolonged heatwave is sweeping across Nepal's southern plains, with the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM) warning that temperatures could exceed 38 degrees Celsius in several Tarai districts over the next three days.
