- Wednesday, 10 December 2025
By Indira Aryal
Experts call for action on climate change adaptation
Local communities are grappling with the impact of climate change and climate-induced weather events, but the focus on adaptation options is insufficient, environment experts and other stakeholders said.
Climate change calls for global cooperation: PM
Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’ has said that mountains played a pivotal role in the global climate system, maintaining the global temperature and serving as water towers for billions of peopl
Plastic pollution persists despite repeated prohibitions
The plastic build-up in Kathmandu Valley's riverbeds illustrates the environmental consciousness, or lack thereof, among urban residents. It is common to see people disposing their waste, often wrapped i
New bird species for Nepal recorded in Mustang
A new bird species for Nepal has been documented in Lomanthang, Mustang district. The White-cheeked Starli
More rains predicted for upcoming monsoon
The upcoming monsoon is forecast to bring more than average rainfall almost across the entire country. There may be a significant increase in weather events as the rainfall during this monsoon is expected to exceed normal levels, with both maximum and minimum temperatures also predicted to be higher than usual, according to the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology.
Melamchi water likely to stop ahead of monsoon
Rumours have begun circulating that the residents of Kathmandu may not be able to drink Melamchi water this rainy season, as in the past year. This has caused concern among the city dwellers as water sources have dried up due to the prolonged drought this year. Amidst this fear, Rajendra Prasad Panta, spokesperson for the Melamchi Water Supply Development Committee, stated tha
13 snow leopards found in Manaslu area
A scientific study conducted in the Manaslu Conservation Area in Gorkha district to ascertain the population of snow leopards found a total of 13 adult animals, excluding two cubs.
Fire tolls expanding across country
Over 50 flights from Pokhara International Airport were disrupted on Monday and Tuesday due to a dense haze from the forest fires engulfing the surroundings of the airport.
90 snow leopards recorded in Upper Dolpa
The sighting of at least 90 snow leopards in the Upper Dolpa region of Shey Phoksundo National Park area in Dolpa district shows a significant achievement of conservation efforts in Nepal.
A Visit To Enchanting Kalinchowk
Nestled on the top of a rocky mountain in Dolakha district lies the Kalinchowk Bhagawati Temple, a popular religious and cultural destination that enchants the every traveller who reaches there. Located at an el
Lingering air pollution causing eye irritation in capital
Sabnam Shrestha, a resident of Bhaktapur, has been experiencing a persistent burning sensation in his eyes for the past few days. Initially considering a visit to the eye doctor, he hesitated upon learning about the escalating air pollution levels in Kathmandu. Believing his discomfort to be a common consequence of the worsening environmental conditions, he opted against seeking medical attention.
Once gateway to Everest Base Camp, Jiri can still be a tourism jewel
iri, in Dolakha district, was once considered the gateway to Everest Base Camp. Not anymore. But despite the emergence of newer, more accessible routes, it still remains a haven for those seeking a less crowded experience.
Above-normal pre-monsoon rainfall recorded in four weeks
The country received no winter rainfall this year. However, in the first 27 days of the pre-monsoon period, most of the areas received rainfall exceeding the normal pre-monsoon precipitation. In the winter season, spanning from December to February, Nepal received only 12.1 mm of rainfall, which was below the average, typically, the average winter rainfall should be 60.1 mm, according to the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM). Most of the Tarai region remained dry throughout winter in a lack of rainfall for almost six months. However, during the pre-mons
RPN to work with Japanese Zoo
Red Panda Network, a pioneering conservation organization focusing on Red Panda, has signed a memorandum with a Japanese Zoo, here in Kathmandu Friday, to extend research on and monitoring of red panda in eastern Nepal.
Declining snowfall upsets life in mountains
Sonam Lama, aged 92, expressed disappointment as he pointed out the apple trees gone dry just below his house, attributing the shifting climate in and around his area over the last three decades.