Western Terai to remain under heat wave conditions Western Terai to remain under heat wave conditions The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has forecast continued heat wave conditions in parts of western Nepal on Monday, while moderate rainfall and thunderstorms are likely in several hilly and Himalayan regions. The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has forecast continued heat wave conditions in parts of western Nepal on Monday, while moderate rainfall and thunderstorms are likely in several hilly and Himalayan regions. Environment 25 May, 2026
Heat wave grips western Nepal; DHM warns of three more days of extreme heat Heat wave grips western Nepal; DHM warns of three more days of extreme heat Heat wave conditions are forecast to persist across the Terai regions of Sudurpashchim and Lumbini provinces on Saturday, with hot day conditions extending into their hilly areas, as the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology warned that parts of western Nepal could see maximum temperatures reach 40 degrees Celsius or above over the coming three days. Heat wave conditions are forecast to persist across the Terai regions of Sudurpashchim and Lumbini provinces on Saturday, with hot day conditions extending into their hilly areas, as the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology warned that parts of western Nepal could see maximum temperatures reach 40 degrees Celsius or above over the coming three days. Environment 23 May, 2026
Excessive excavation in Narayani River draws scrutiny Excessive excavation in Narayani River draws scrutiny The District Monitoring Committee in Nawalpur has directed authorities concerned to regulate excavation and extraction works in the Narayani River after irregularities were found during an on-site inspection. The District Monitoring Committee in Nawalpur has directed authorities concerned to regulate excavation and extraction works in the Narayani River after irregularities were found during an on-site inspection. Environment 22 May, 2026
Another day of heat wave likely in Sudurpashchim, Lumbini Another day of heat wave likely in Sudurpashchim, Lumbini The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has forecast continued heat wave conditions in parts of western Nepal, with Sudurpashchim Province likely to witness another day of extreme heat on Friday. The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has forecast continued heat wave conditions in parts of western Nepal, with Sudurpashchim Province likely to witness another day of extreme heat on Friday. Environment 22 May, 2026
Heatwave likely in Lumbini, Sudurpashchim; rain forecast in hilly regions Heatwave likely in Lumbini, Sudurpashchim; rain forecast in hilly regions The Meteorological Forecasting Division has forecast generally cloudy weather in Koshi Province and the hilly and mountainous regions of Bagmati and Gandaki provinces today, with chances of rain and thunderstorms in several parts of the country. The Meteorological Forecasting Division has forecast generally cloudy weather in Koshi Province and the hilly and mountainous regions of Bagmati and Gandaki provinces today, with chances of rain and thunderstorms in several parts of the country. Environment 21 May, 2026
442 hectares of forest land encroachment cleared in Madhesh Province 442 hectares of forest land encroachment cleared in Madhesh Province A total of 442 hectares of forest land that had been encroached for years in various districts of Madhesh Province was cleared during the fiscal year 2081/82, according to the Forest Directorate, Janakpur. A total of 442 hectares of forest land that had been encroached for years in various districts of Madhesh Province was cleared during the fiscal year 2081/82, according to the Forest Directorate, Janakpur. Environment 20 May, 2026
WWF Nepal marks 33 years, launches new strategic plan WWF Nepal marks 33 years, launches new strategic plan WWF Nepal marked its 33rd anniversary on Monday with a special programme in Kathmandu, reflecting on more than three decades of conservation efforts and unveiling its Strategic Plan 2027–2030. WWF Nepal marked its 33rd anniversary on Monday with a special programme in Kathmandu, reflecting on more than three decades of conservation efforts and unveiling its Strategic Plan 2027–2030. Environment 19 May, 2026
Heat wave persists in Tarai, rain likely in hilly regions Heat wave persists in Tarai, rain likely in hilly regions Hot weather conditions are likely to persist across several Tarai districts today, while moderate rainfall and thunderstorms have been forecast for the hilly and mountainous regions of the country. Hot weather conditions are likely to persist across several Tarai districts today, while moderate rainfall and thunderstorms have been forecast for the hilly and mountainous regions of the country. Environment 19 May, 2026
Cloudy skies with rain likely in hilly regions; heat to persist in Terai Cloudy skies with rain likely in hilly regions; heat to persist in Terai The Meteorological Forecasting Division has predicted generally cloudy conditions over Koshi Province and the hilly and Himalayan regions of Bagmati Province and Gandaki Province today, with chances of rainfall and thunderstorms in several areas. The Meteorological Forecasting Division has predicted generally cloudy conditions over Koshi Province and the hilly and Himalayan regions of Bagmati Province and Gandaki Province today, with chances of rainfall and thunderstorms in several areas. Environment 18 May, 2026
Rain, thunderstorms likely in hilly regions; heat to rise in Terai Rain, thunderstorms likely in hilly regions; heat to rise in Terai The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has forecast generally cloudy weather in several parts of the country today, with chances of rain, thunderstorms and rising temperatures in the Terai. The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has forecast generally cloudy weather in several parts of the country today, with chances of rain, thunderstorms and rising temperatures in the Terai. Environment 17 May, 2026
Windstorms, lightning expected in parts of country Windstorms, lightning expected in parts of country The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has forecast generally cloudy conditions in several parts of the country today, with chances of rain, thunderstorms and windstorms. The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has forecast generally cloudy conditions in several parts of the country today, with chances of rain, thunderstorms and windstorms. Environment 16 May, 2026
Cloudy conditions, rain likely across hilly and Himalayan regions Cloudy conditions, rain likely across hilly and Himalayan regions The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has forecast generally cloudy conditions across Koshi, Bagmati and Gandaki provinces, particularly in the hilly and Himalayan regions, for today. The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has forecast generally cloudy conditions across Koshi, Bagmati and Gandaki provinces, particularly in the hilly and Himalayan regions, for today. Environment 14 May, 2026
Dr Pokharel appointed as Member Secretary of NTNC Dr Pokharel appointed as Member Secretary of NTNC Dr Chiranjivi Prasad Pokharel has been appointed as the Member Secretary of the National Trust for Nature Conservation. Dr Chiranjivi Prasad Pokharel has been appointed as the Member Secretary of the National Trust for Nature Conservation. Environment 13 May, 2026
Western system triggers rainfall across much of the country Western system triggers rainfall across much of the country Cloudy conditions and rainfall are likely across much of the country today, particularly in hilly and mountainous regions, according to the Meteorological Forecasting Division. Cloudy conditions and rainfall are likely across much of the country today, particularly in hilly and mountainous regions, according to the Meteorological Forecasting Division. Environment 12 May, 2026
Over 1.9 million people likely to be affected by monsoon disasters Over 1.9 million people likely to be affected by monsoon disasters More than 1.9 million people are projected to be affected by monsoon-related disasters this year despite forecasts of below-average rainfall, according to a government assessment. More than 1.9 million people are projected to be affected by monsoon-related disasters this year despite forecasts of below-average rainfall, according to a government assessment. Environment 11 May, 2026
Rain, thunderstorms likely in hilly regions; cloudy weather nationwide Rain, thunderstorms likely in hilly regions; cloudy weather nationwide Generally cloudy conditions are expected across Sudurpashchim Province and the hilly and Himalayan regions of the country today, while the Terai will remain partly cloudy, according to the Meteorological Forecasting Division. Generally cloudy conditions are expected across Sudurpashchim Province and the hilly and Himalayan regions of the country today, while the Terai will remain partly cloudy, according to the Meteorological Forecasting Division. Environment 11 May, 2026
Light to moderate rain likely in hilly regions Light to moderate rain likely in hilly regions The Meteorological Forecasting Division has forecast generally cloudy weather in the hilly and Himalayan regions of the country with chances of rain and thunderstorms in several provinces. The Meteorological Forecasting Division has forecast generally cloudy weather in the hilly and Himalayan regions of the country with chances of rain and thunderstorms in several provinces. Environment 10 May, 2026
Widespread rain, thunderstorms likely across hilly regions Widespread rain, thunderstorms likely across hilly regions The Meteorological Forecasting Division has predicted generally cloudy weather with widespread rain and thunderstorms across the country, particularly in hilly and mountainous regions. The Meteorological Forecasting Division has predicted generally cloudy weather with widespread rain and thunderstorms across the country, particularly in hilly and mountainous regions. Environment 08 May, 2026
Rain likely across hilly regions, Kathmandu sees showers Rain likely across hilly regions, Kathmandu sees showers Rainfall accompanied by thunder and lightning is likely in several parts of the country today as Nepal remains under the influence of a western low-pressure system and local winds, according to the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology. Rainfall accompanied by thunder and lightning is likely in several parts of the country today as Nepal remains under the influence of a western low-pressure system and local winds, according to the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology. Environment 07 May, 2026
Generally cloudy conditions nationwide; rainfall likely in several provinces Generally cloudy conditions nationwide; rainfall likely in several provinces Generally cloudy weather conditions are expected across much of the country today, with partial cloud cover in some Terai areas, according to the Meteorological Forecasting Division. Generally cloudy weather conditions are expected across much of the country today, with partial cloud cover in some Terai areas, according to the Meteorological Forecasting Division. Environment 06 May, 2026
Kathmandu National Service Corps Bill passed by HoR The House of Representatives on Monday unanimously passed the National Service Corps Bill, 2083.
Nepal Budhiganga River erosion threatens settlements, farmland in far west Farmland along the Budhiganga River in Bajura and Achham districts is being steadily washed away, placing dozens of settlements at increasing risk as monsoon-driven erosion intensifies.
Opinion Telling Nepal's stories through digital tourism A traveler arrives in Nepal. At the airport, before seeing Mount Everest or starting a Himalayan trek, someone places a tika on the traveler’s forehead and welcomes them with a smile.
Business Govt plans to scrap VAT on electricity The government is preparing to remove value-added tax (VAT) on electricity after Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation Minister Biraj Bhakta Shrestha and Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle reached an in-principle agreement on the issue.
Kathmandu Bus catches fire in Tripureshwor, driver injured A bus operated by Riddhi Siddhi Yatayat caught fire at Tripureshwor Chowk in Kathmandu on Monday.
Nepal 56 fugitives arrested in Kaski in one month; Rs 22.89m in fines recovered Police arrested 56 fugitives convicted in various cases in Kaski district during August as part of efforts to bring absconding offenders within the reach of the law.
Nepal Over 150 Sri Lankan travel agents say 'Nepal is safe for tourism' More than 150 tour and travel agents from Sri Lanka arrived in Kathmandu to send a message to the world that Nepal is safe for tourism in the aftermath of the devastating Bhote Koshi floods.
Business Bangladesh envoy calls for promotion of 'Made in Bangladesh' brand Bangladesh Ambassador to Nepal Shafiqur Rahman has called for promoting the “Made in Bangladesh” brand internationally by marketing competitive and quality products and services.
Business St Xavier's College holds Nepal Adhyayan Sambad 2.0 St Xavier’s College, Maitighar, organised the second edition of Nepal Adhyayan Sambad on Thursday, bringing together students, scholars and experts for discussions on Nepal’s history, development, social diversity and future.