- Friday, 22 August 2025
By Indira Aryal
Taudaha sees a tumble in winter water fowls
The water bird census in Kathmandu has revealed a concerning trend this year, with a noticeable decline in the number of birds found in and around Taudaha, Bagmati, and Manohara. Dr. Hem Sagar Baral, a pro
Challenges of fine tuning weather forecast accuracy
Despite the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology predicting above-normal rainfall for this winter (December to February) in its seasonal weather forecast, no rainfall has been recorded so far.
Nepal set to make millions through carbon trade
They say that money does not grow on trees, but Nepal is proving it wrong as it is poised to make significant financial gains through its forests. From its forests of 13 Ta
Addressing Nepal's Climate Vulnerability
Nepal, situated within the vulnerable Himalayan Mountain Range, is widely acknowledged as being susceptible to the effects of climate change. The June 2021 Melamchi River flood, triggered by increased northern region precipitation at the very onset of the monsoon, caused extensive loss of life and infrastructure. The August 2023 Kagbeni River flood, resulting from an upstream landslide, displaced 150 people and destroyed 29 houses. Moreover, a three-day post-monsoon rainfall in October 2021 incurred a record Rs. 8.26 billion losses, affecting 85,580 hectares of ready-to-harvest p
Wildlife menace common near Shivapuri National Park
People living in the vicinity of Shivapuri National Park near the capital city are troubled by wildlife menace. They have been dealing with the problems caused by monkeys and wild boars as the farmers of the remote villages.
Local cooling traced on Everest despite global warming
Mount Everest’s weather station has been found to be recording local cooling due to the effects of glaciers, an unusual phenomenon that contradicts with the overall trend of global warming. The findings published recently in the scientific journal Nature Geoscience shocked scientists when they revealed unexpectedly cool temperatures on the slopes of the highest peak. It goes against climate expectations and raises questions about the unique climate dynamics of Mt. Everest.
Nepal has mountain tall vulnerability
International Mountain Day 2023 is going to be marked on Monday (December 11) with the theme ‘Revitalising Mountain Ecosystems’. This year's event urges the pro
Hindu Kush Himalaya is resource hub: President
President Ramchandra Paudel has said that the Hindu Kush Himalayan region is a crucial asset not only for this region, but also for the entire world – in terms of sources of food, energy, water, and cultural and biological diversities.
Melamchi water supply to resume soon
The long-awaited supply of water from Melamchi is set to begin very soon, following the clearance of debris that has accumulated inside the water supply headworks. The access road to the Melamchi headworks will be completed within a few days, then the contractor will proceed to the site to clear the debris piled up due to the monsoon rains this season, said Padam Kunwar, Senior Division Engineer.
Melting glaciers: Nepal in climate hot spot
As the temperatures continue their relentless rise on a global scale, the majestic glaciers of the Himalayas are undergoing an yet alarming transformation. These frozen giants, which are not only natural wonders but also lifelines for communities that depend on glacier melt for sustenance and power generation, are declining at a shocking rate. United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres during his recent visit to Nepal highlighted the grave impact of climate change on the people of Nepal, emphasising their lack of responsibility for the crisis. He expressed his concerns that Nepali citizens are enduring the consequences of a situation they did not committed.
Two leopard species cram in same mountain habitat
The presence of both snow and common leopards in the same mountainous region has prompted conservationists to presume the consequences of climate change at higher elevations.
Rhino translocation gives beacon of hope
Nepal’s history of rhino translocation has been unsatisfactory, but the recent relocation of two rhino calves, Puspa and Anjali, from Chitwan National Park to Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve has sparked hope for the success of future efforts.
Over 7,000 quake-damaged schools rebuilt in six years
About 7,700 schools destroyed by the devastating earthquake of April 25, 2015, have been rebuilt. Rebuilding those schools in six years after the commencement of the reconstruction drive in 2017 is, no doubt, a big achievement considering the slow pace of all other development works in Nepal.
Blue sheep strategy to survive Himalayan predators
You often come across fights between predators and prey, where each side fights for their survival. In the high Himalayan region especially in Manang’s Nar Phu valleys, a snow leopard and a naur (Himalayan blue sheep), meet by chance while searching for food to survive in the tough environment.
Jagdishpur emerges as nesting habitat for Whiskered Terns
Jagdishpur Wetland in Kapilvastu has emerged as the latest nesting habitat for Whiskered Terns (Chlidonias hybrida), locally referred to as 'Thimaha Phayalfayale'. This marks a significant shift for a species that was previously only observed as a summer visitor.
