Neighboring countries' development activities have an impact on Nepal's air quality Dr Bhupendra Das, Air Quality Specialist. He holds two master’s degrees (Environmental Technology from the Teesside University, UK and Environmental Science from the Tribhuvan University, Nepal). Nepal 15 Apr, 2024
Over 6,000 brick kiln workers left in a lurch Dhading, March 29 More than 6000 labourers working at various brick kiln industries are starving for want of money in Dhading. Brick kiln workers are forced to stay hungry due to lack of food. The hapless labourers have not been able to return... Travel 30 Mar, 2020
EDITORIAL: Mountainous scam Fake rescue operations in high Himalayas have increased in recent years, tarnishing Nepal’s image Nepal’s high mountains are a big draw for international tourists. Mt Everest is the most iconic symbol of Nepal and the biggest revenue earner for... 01 Aug, 2018
Use of excessive coal in brick kilns adding to pollution Kathmandu, January 7 The use of large quantities of coal in brick kilns contributes significantly to emissions of carbon dioxide, particulate matter, including black carbon, sulphur dioxide, oxides of nitrogen and carbon monoxide, says a report... Horoscopes 08 Jan, 2018
Brick kilns invading villages in Dhading Dhading, April 23 Brick kilns have taken over many villages at Dhunibeshi of Dhading, encroaching upon arable land and billowing clouds of smoke in the air. Over 50 brick kilns have been set up in a span of two years in Jeevanpur,... Travel 24 Apr, 2017
EDITORIAL: Out of order If our public body cannot properly maintain solar streetlamps, it will be far better to transfer this responsibility to the private sector. But streetlights must always burn to light the darkness The Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) has started... 02 Jan, 2017
Brick kilns pose risk to health and environment Phidim, August 31 Eight brick kilns which were established in a populated region of Panchthar headquarters Phidim and its adjoining areas are said to be taking a heavy toll on a school, forest and human settlements. Despite offering jobs to... Travel 01 Sep, 2016
