Nepal's tiger population climbs to 429, nearly quadrupling since 2010

Nepal's wild tiger population has climbed to an estimated 429, up from 355 in 2022 and nearly four times the 121 recorded in 2010, the government announced on Wednesday as the country marked the 17th Global Tiger Day.

Nepal 29 Jul, 2026

South Asian experts gather in Kathmandu to chart future of pangolin conservation

Leading scientists, conservationists and government officials from across South Asia have gathered in Kathmandu for a regional conference aimed at strengthening efforts to protect pangolins, one of the world's most trafficked mammals.

Environment 08 Jun, 2026

Rhino census deferred to next year amid budget constraints

The national rhinoceros census has been postponed to next year due to budget constraints, marking the second consecutive delay in the periodic count.

Nepal 11 May, 2026

Everest claims second life as Nepali climber dies in Icefall amid record-breaking spring

The Spring 2026 Everest climbing season claimed its second life on Sunday when Bijay Ghimire Bishwakarma, a veteran climber and Youtuber from Solu Dudhkunda Municipality of Solukhumbu district, died in the Khumbu Icefall while ascending from Base Camp toward the high camps.

Nepal 10 May, 2026

WWF Nepal, Ministry of Forests sign decade-long conservation partnership worth USD 40 million

The Ministry of Forests and Environment and WWF Nepal have formalised a Scope of Cooperation aimed at scaling biodiversity conservation and sustainable development efforts across Nepal, with WWF Nepal committing to mobilise up to USD 40 million over ten years to support implementation.

Environment 29 Apr, 2026

Govt, WWF Nepal launch rangeland conservation project in Dolpa

The Government of Nepal, in partnership with WWF Nepal, has launched a four-year conservation initiative aimed at protecting high-altitude rangelands in upper Dolpa while supporting local livelihoods and preserving indigenous cultural heritage.

Environment 22 Mar, 2026

Nepal and India sign MoU on bio-diversity conservation

Nepal and India have signed a bilateral Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on bio-diversity conservation.

Nepal 26 Feb, 2026

Dr. Hemanta Raj Mishra receives the Brian Hodgson Award for Nature Conservation 2026

The Brian Hodgson Award for Nature Conservation 2026 was presented to Dr. Hemanta Raj Mishra, Nepal's leading wildlife biologist, at a ceremony held on Sunday, 22 February 2026, at the Aloft Hotel, Kathmandu.

Environment 23 Feb, 2026

Nationwide Tiger census begins in Nepal; 1,100 camera traps deployed

Nepal has officially launched its nationwide tiger census, conducted once every four years, with an inaugural programme held today in Sauraha, Chitwan.

Nepal 16 Dec, 2025

Nepal to Send Two Elephant Calves to Qatar on December 17

Two elephant calves born at the Elephant Breeding and Training Centre in Khorsor, Chitwan National Park, are scheduled to be sent to Qatar on December 17.

Nepal 14 Dec, 2025

19 livestock killed in Mustang Snow Leopard attack

Nineteen livestock were killed in a snow leopard attack near the Temperate Horticulture Development Centre at Gharpajong-2, Marfa, on Wednesday night.

Nepal 12 Dec, 2025

Community-led biodiversity monitoring project concludes in Kanchenjunga Conservation Area

An eight-month project aimed at establishing a community-led biodiversity monitoring system in the Kanchenjunga Conservation Area (KCA) has concluded, with stakeholders highlighting major gains in local participation and modern conservation tools.

Nepal 21 Nov, 2025