Speaker Mahara expresses concern over absence of ministers in parliament KATHMANDU: Speaker Krishna Bahadur Mahara deplored the absence of concerned ministers during the discussions over various headings (related to four ministries) of the Appropriation Bill-2075 BS, today. During the discussions, Minister for Women,... Travel 17 Jun, 2018
Environment Ministry continues cleanliness campaign KATHMANDU: The Ministry of Forests and Environment has continued its cleanliness programme in the capital city, today. The cleanliness drive that began from Tundikhel area passed through Bhadrakali temple, Singha Durbar west gate, Maitighar... Horoscopes 06 Jun, 2018
World Environment Day to be marked under mega campaign KATHMANDU: The government is marking World Environment Day this year under a mega campaign, which is expected to be carried out throughout the year, and not be limited to ritualistic programmes. The Ministry of Forests and Environment is... Travel 02 Jun, 2018
Ministers hold talks on inter-ministerial coordination KATHMANDU: Minister for Forests and Environment Shakti Bahadur Basnet and Minister for Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation Barshaman Pun today held a meeting regarding inter-ministerial coordination on different issues. At a meeting held in the... Travel 01 Jun, 2018
Minister Basnet underscores scientific forest management KATHMANDU: Minister for Forests and Environment Shakti Basnet has stressed on scientific forest management for sustainable use of forest products. Speaking in a programme organised to mark the 23rd anniversary of Community Forest Users' Federation... Horoscopes 01 Jun, 2018
Govt to amend Environment Act: Minister Basnet KATHMANDU: Minister for Forests and Environment Shakti Bahadur Basnet has said the government would amend several provisions of Environment Act and launch awareness programmes as part of special priority to ensure clean environment to the... Travel 31 May, 2018
Clean Environment Mega Campaign inaugurated KATHMANDU: Speaker Krishna Bahadur Mahara inaugurated the 'Clean Environment Mega Campaign-2075' at the initiative of Ministry of Forests and Environment, today. With the World Environment Day approaching, Speaker Mahara inaugurated the mega... Horoscopes 30 May, 2018
Hailstones damage crops in Jajarkot JAJARKOT: The hailstones that hit Jajarkot district last night caused heavy damages to crops and food grains, mostly wheat crop. Barekot Rural Municipality and Kushe Rural Municipality were the worst hit by the hailstones that occurred continuously for... Travel 02 May, 2018
Minister Basnet stresses tourism promotion for country's prosperity KATHMANDU: Minister for Forests and Environment Shakti Bahadur Basnet has stressed on the need to promote tourism for country's prosperity. Inaugurating the fourth anniversary of Shikhar Post Media Group on Sunday, Minister Basnet expressed his... Travel 23 Apr, 2018
Speaker Mahara promises help to get bill on people's right to safe water endorsed KATHMANDU: Speaker of the House of Representatives Krishna Bahadur Mahara today has pledged support to get a bill related to people's fundamental right to safe drinking water and healthy lifestyle endorsed once it entered the parliament. Mahara made... Horoscopes 13 Apr, 2018
Japanese Ambassador calls on Minister Basnet KATHMANDU: Japan's Ambassador to Nepal Masashi Ogawa called on Minister for Forests and Environment Shakti Bahadur Basnet today. During the meeting that took place at the Minister's office, Minister Basnet praised the Government of Japan for its... Horoscopes 28 Mar, 2018
Forest is the basis for country's prosperity: Minister Basnet KATHMANDU: Minister for Forests and Environment Shakti Bahadur Basnet has reiterated that forests could be turned into the main source of country's prosperity through its proper utilisation. He expressed this view while holding discussions with the... Horoscopes 19 Mar, 2018