NAST Explores OECMs for Biodiversity Conservation in Nepal Amid Global Climate Crisis As a signatory to various international environmental accords, Nepal has begun exploring the relatively new concept of OECMs. Kathmandu 1d ago
397 snow leopards estimated across Nepal Nepal has announced its national estimate of the elusive snow Leopard population, marking a major milestone in the conservation of this iconic Himalayan species. Nepal 21 Apr, 2025
Lower Everest to host mountain biking festival 'Tour-de-Khijidemba-Pikey 2025' The Lower Everest Region of Nepal is set to host one of the most exciting adventure tourism events of the year—the Tour-de-Khijidemba-Pikey 2025, a four-day mountain biking festival scheduled from May 1 to May 4. Nepal 16 Apr, 2025
Ecotourism promotion needed at conservation areas: Minister Shahi Minister for Forests and Environment, Ain Bahadur Shahi Thakuri, pointed out the need of promoting ecotourism at conservation areas across the nation and connecting it with people's livelihood. Environment 15 Apr, 2025
The Bankariya community: And the Forest Carbon Partnership Facility In 2021, the World Bank announced a groundbreaking new financial commitment to help Nepal promote afforestation practices and the overall protection of forests across the country. Opinion 11 Apr, 2025
Nepal-Australia: Cultural and Honorary Program 2025 organised in Kathmandu A cultural event aimed at strengthening Nepal-Australia relations and promoting mutual cooperation, culture, and tourism was held in Kathmandu on Wednesday. Kathmandu 10 Apr, 2025
Nepal chokes under toxic air as forest fires rage and rain stays away A thick, grey smog has blanketed Kathmandu Valley and much of Nepal, turning the air acrid and the sky an unnatural shade of white. Across the country, forests are burning, rain is scarce, and the air grows heavier with each passing day. Environment 08 Apr, 2025
World's largest deforestation project fells forests for bioethanol fuel, sugar and rice in Indonesia Indonesia plans to clear forests about the size of Belgium to produce sugarcane-derived bioethanol, rice and other food crops, potentially displacing Indigenous groups who rely on the land to survive. World 07 Apr, 2025
Footsteps to heaven: Embarking on the enchanting Mardi Himal trek in Nepal Perhaps the most profound realization I had during this transformative journey was the power of perseverance. Nepal 02 Apr, 2025
Kathmandu chokes under thick haze as air quality plummets to ' Very Unhealthy' level, disrupting flights The air quality monitoring station in Bhaisipati area registered PM2.5 levels at 185 micrograms per cubic meter—significantly exceeding safe limits. Kathmandu 31 Mar, 2025
National Invasive Alien Species Management Strategy approved after 15 years The National Invasive Alien Species Management Strategy and Implementation Plan 2081 has been approved after 15 years. Environment 30 Mar, 2025
Wildfires ravage southern South Korea, killing 18 people and forcing 27,000 to evacuate Wind-driven wildfires that were among South Korea's worst ever were ravaging the country's southern regions, killing 18 people, destroying more than 200 structures and forcing 27,000 people to evacuate, officials said Wednesday. World 26 Mar, 2025
