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
Rain likely in three provinces Rain likely in three provinces Light rainfall is taking place in few places of Lumbini and Sudurpaschim Province. In the afternoon, there is a possibility of heavy rain at a couple of places in Lumbini, Karnali and Sudurpaschim provinces, according to the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology, Weather Forecasting Division. Light rainfall is taking place in few places of Lumbini and Sudurpaschim Province. In the afternoon, there is a possibility of heavy rain at a couple of places in Lumbini, Karnali and Sudurpaschim provinces, according to the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology, Weather Forecasting Division. Environment 09 Oct, 2022
Rainfall to continue for three more days Rainfall to continue for three more days Rainfall has been taking place in most parts of the country for the past five days. And it is likely to continue for three more days due to the impact of monsoon low pressure area. Rainfall has been taking place in most parts of the country for the past five days. And it is likely to continue for three more days due to the impact of monsoon low pressure area. Environment 08 Oct, 2022
Unseasonal rains cause widespread damage Unseasonal rains cause widespread damage Unprecedented rainfall has caused significant damage to a hydropower project, roads and agriculture in Myagdi district. Unprecedented rainfall has caused significant damage to a hydropower project, roads and agriculture in Myagdi district. Environment 08 Oct, 2022
Water level in Narayani river crosses danger level, warning issued Water level in Narayani river crosses danger level, warning issued The water level in the Narayani river has recorded highest 12 meters so far signifying danger. The water level in the Narayani river has recorded highest 12 meters so far signifying danger. Environment 07 Oct, 2022
Manushi in Siwangi design making Nepal proud in India Manushi in Siwangi design making Nepal proud in India One of the most beautiful designs displayed at the three-day The Himalayan Times TGIF Nepal Fashion Week was the chaubandi cholo-lehenga set designed by Siwangi Pradhan. One of the most beautiful designs displayed at the three-day The Himalayan Times TGIF Nepal Fashion Week was the chaubandi cholo-lehenga set designed by Siwangi Pradhan. Environment 28 Sep, 2022
Climate change likely made Pakistan's extreme rainfall more intense: study Climate change likely made Pakistan's extreme rainfall more intense: study The torrential monsoon that has submerged more than a third of Pakistan was a one in a hundred-year event likely made more intense by climate change, scientists said on Thursday. The torrential monsoon that has submerged more than a third of Pakistan was a one in a hundred-year event likely made more intense by climate change, scientists said on Thursday. Environment 16 Sep, 2022
Poorest nations to push for compensation at climate talks Poorest nations to push for compensation at climate talks The world’s poorest countries say they will insist that the UN’s upcoming climate talks push ahead with proposals for a fund to compensate vulnerable nations for climate-inflicted damage. The world’s poorest countries say they will insist that the UN’s upcoming climate talks push ahead with proposals for a fund to compensate vulnerable nations for climate-inflicted damage. Environment 16 Sep, 2022
Environment-related programmes to be held Environment-related programmes to be held The government has decided to conduct environment protection programme in 35 schools for the running fiscal 2022-23, covering all seven provinces. The government has decided to conduct environment protection programme in 35 schools for the running fiscal 2022-23, covering all seven provinces. Environment 12 Sep, 2022
Ten still missing in Darchula floods Ten still missing in Darchula floods Ten people are still missing in the rain-induced floods and landslides in Mahakali Municipality in Darchula. Ten people are still missing in the rain-induced floods and landslides in Mahakali Municipality in Darchula. Environment 11 Sep, 2022
Sanima mobile banking campaign Sanima mobile banking campaign Sanima Bank has announced mobile banking campaign with special offers to encourage the customers to use mobile banking application. Sanima Bank has announced mobile banking campaign with special offers to encourage the customers to use mobile banking application. Environment 01 Sep, 2022
As harvest time looms, China tells farmers to replant or switch crops As harvest time looms, China tells farmers to replant or switch crops As China's record heatwave starts to subside, farmers are assessing the damage caused by a prolonged drought and the government is urging them to replant or switch crops where they can. As China's record heatwave starts to subside, farmers are assessing the damage caused by a prolonged drought and the government is urging them to replant or switch crops where they can. Environment 26 Aug, 2022
Dangerous heat predicted to hit 3 times more often in future Dangerous heat predicted to hit 3 times more often in future What's considered officially "dangerous heat" in coming decades will likely hit much of the world at least three times more often as climate change worsens, according to a new study. What's considered officially "dangerous heat" in coming decades will likely hit much of the world at least three times more often as climate change worsens, according to a new study. Environment 26 Aug, 2022
Europe facing its worst drought for 500 years: study Europe facing its worst drought for 500 years: study Europe is facing its worst drought in at least 500 years, with two-thirds of the continent in a state of alert or warning, reducing inland shipping, electricity production and the yields of certain crops, a European Union agency said on Tuesday. Europe is facing its worst drought in at least 500 years, with two-thirds of the continent in a state of alert or warning, reducing inland shipping, electricity production and the yields of certain crops, a European Union agency said on Tuesday. Environment 24 Aug, 2022
Receding water levels of China's Yangtze reveal ancient Buddhist statues Receding water levels of China's Yangtze reveal ancient Buddhist statues Plunging water levels of the Yangtze River have revealed a submerged island in China’s southwestern city of Chongqing and a trio of Buddhist statues on it that are believed to be 600 years old, state media Xinhua has reported. Plunging water levels of the Yangtze River have revealed a submerged island in China’s southwestern city of Chongqing and a trio of Buddhist statues on it that are believed to be 600 years old, state media Xinhua has reported. Environment 21 Aug, 2022
European drought dries up rivers, kills fish, shrivels crops European drought dries up rivers, kills fish, shrivels crops Once, a river ran through it. Now, white dust and thousands of dead fish cover the wide trench that winds amid rows of trees in France's Burgundy region in what was the Tille River in the village of Lux. Once, a river ran through it. Now, white dust and thousands of dead fish cover the wide trench that winds amid rows of trees in France's Burgundy region in what was the Tille River in the village of Lux. Environment 12 Aug, 2022
California unveils water strategy, planning for greater scarcity California unveils water strategy, planning for greater scarcity California Governor Gavin Newsom unveiled a new water strategy on Thursday that plans for a future with 10% less water and shifts the emphasis from conservation to capturing more water that otherwise flows out to sea. California Governor Gavin Newsom unveiled a new water strategy on Thursday that plans for a future with 10% less water and shifts the emphasis from conservation to capturing more water that otherwise flows out to sea. Environment 12 Aug, 2022
Britain's dry summer set to trigger drought declarations Britain's dry summer set to trigger drought declarations Parts of England are likely to declare a drought on Friday, local media reported ahead of a meeting between the government, its environment agency and water companies to discuss a long period of dry weather. Parts of England are likely to declare a drought on Friday, local media reported ahead of a meeting between the government, its environment agency and water companies to discuss a long period of dry weather. Environment 12 Aug, 2022
Satellite imagery shows Antarctic ice shelf crumbling faster than thought Satellite imagery shows Antarctic ice shelf crumbling faster than thought Antarctica's coastal glaciers are shedding icebergs more rapidly than nature can replenish the crumbling ice, doubling previous estimates of losses from the world's largest ice sheet over the past 25 years, a satellite analysis showed on Wednesday. Antarctica's coastal glaciers are shedding icebergs more rapidly than nature can replenish the crumbling ice, doubling previous estimates of losses from the world's largest ice sheet over the past 25 years, a satellite analysis showed on Wednesday. Environment 11 Aug, 2022
'Sikkim Chheparo' discovered for first time in Nepal 'Sikkim Chheparo' discovered for first time in Nepal The presence of an additional species of lizard has been confirmed in Nepal. The presence of an additional species of lizard has been confirmed in Nepal. Environment 09 Aug, 2022
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.
