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Illegal Crusher Operations in Nuwakot Spark Public Outcry Over Environmental Damage and …
Illegal crusher industries operating along the Likhu River in Nuwakot have caused environmental degradation, health issues for locals, and revenue …
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Weather Alert Issued for Nepal: Widespread Rain, Thunderstorms, and Hail Expected
Nepal is expecting widespread rain, thunderstorms, strong winds, and hailstorms starting Friday, with snowfall in some Himalayan and hilly areas. …
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Butwal Launches Waste Processing Center to Produce Bricks from Plastic Waste, Aiming …
Butwal has established a waste processing center producing bricks from plastic waste through a community cooperative model, aiming to generate …
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आजको मौसम : पश्चिमी न्यून चापीय प्रणालीको प्रभाव, देशका विभिन्न भागमा वर्षा …
पश्चिमी न्यून चापीय प्रणालीको प्रभावका कारण देशका विभिन्न भागमा वर्षा, हिमपात तथा बदलीका सम्भावना देखिएको छ।
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चट्याङ : बेवास्ता गरिएको ज्यानमारा विपद्
नेपालमा चट्याङले प्रत्येक वर्ष जनधनको ठूलो क्षति पुर्याउँदै आएको छ, तर जोखिम न्यूनीकरणका लागि पूर्वतयारी र सतर्कतामा ध्यान नपठाएको छ। …
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Thunderstorms, hail and snow likely from Friday
Many parts of Nepal are forecast to experience rain, hail, thunderstorms, and snowfall starting Friday and continuing through Saturday, affecting …
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देशका विभिन्न ठाउँमा वर्षा
देशका विभिन्न ठाउँमा पानी परिरहेको छ र आगामी दिनहरूमा मेघगर्जन, चट्याङ, हावाहुरी र असिनासहित वर्षा र हिमपात हुने सम्भावना छ।
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7,231 disaster incidents across the country in 11 months
A total of 7,231 disaster incidents including fires, floods, landslides, and other events have occurred across Nepal in the past …
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Opinion | Navigating a warming world
The planet is experiencing rapid warming with 2024 marking the hottest year on record at 1.55 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial …
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Ancient Jawbone Discovery Rewrites History of Dog Domestication in Britain
A jawbone found in Somerset has been identified as one of the world's oldest domesticated dog remains, pushing back the …
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Adarsha Kumar Shrestha Assumes Office as Chairman of National Trust for Nature …
Adarsha Kumar Shrestha has taken office as the Chairman of the National Trust for Nature Conservation, appointed by Prime Minister …
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Climate activism shaped by books
Shilshila Acharya, a leading climate activist in Nepal, has pioneered environmental campaigns and recycling initiatives, emphasizing the role of reading …
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आजकाे माैसम : पश्चिमी र स्थानीय वायुको प्रभाव कायमै, तीन प्रदेशमा चट्याङ्गसहित …
नेपालमा पश्चिमी र स्थानीय वायुको प्रभावका कारण कोशी, गण्डकी र बागमती प्रदेशका पहाडी तथा हिमाली भूभागमा आज चट्याङ्गसहित वर्षा र …
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Asia boosts coal use as Iran war squeezes global LNG supplies
Asian countries are increasing coal use as LNG supplies are disrupted by the Iran war, risking more pollution and slower …
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Today’s weather: March 26, 2026
Light to moderate rain and snowfall are expected today in parts of the hilly and mountainous regions, with mostly clear …
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Flood damages under-construction bridges in Panchthar and Taplejung
Floods have damaged under-construction bridges over the Mewa and Naruwa rivers in Panchthar and Taplejung, disrupting the Mid-Hill Highway project …
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Partly cloudy skies with chances of rain in hills, mountains
Nepal's hilly and Himalayan regions will experience partly to generally cloudy skies with chances of light rain and snowfall over …
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पश्चिमी वायु सक्रिय, केही स्थानमा चट्याङसहित वर्षाको सम्भावना
पश्चिमी वायु सक्रिय भएकोले देशका केही पहाडी र हिमाली भागमा मेघगर्जनसहित हल्का वर्षा र हिमपात हुनसक्ने सम्भावना छ। तराईका भू–भागमा …
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Australian Environment Faces Intensifying Damage Despite 2025 Projections, New Report Finds
Australia's environment faces increasing damage from climate change, with a rising number of species at risk and record-high sea temperatures …
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Asian Nations Increase Coal Reliance Amidst Oil and Gas Supply Disruptions from …
Asian countries have temporarily increased their reliance on coal amid oil and gas supply disruptions caused by the Iran conflict, …
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Experts Urge Nepal to Adopt More Women-Friendly Water Policies and Supply Systems
Experts call for Nepal to adopt women-friendly water policies and supply systems to improve women's development and safety, especially in …
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Powerful Earthquake Strikes Near Tonga; Coastal Evacuation Warnings Issued
A powerful 7.6 magnitude earthquake struck near Tonga, leading to coastal evacuation warnings despite no major damage or tsunami risk …
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UN weather agency confirms hottest decade on record
The UN weather agency confirms that the years 2015-2025 are the hottest on record, with 2025 ranking second or third …
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The roof of the world is melting: And failing those living downstream
The Hindu Kush Himalaya region is facing escalating mountain disasters due to glacial melting, permafrost thaw, and slope destabilization, threatening …
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Third Red Panda Festival to be held in Ilam from April 3–6
The third Red Panda Festival in Ilam from April 3-6 promotes conservation of the endangered red panda and hiking tourism …
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Westerly system to bring rain, thunder across hills and mountains
The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology forecasts rain and thunderstorms over Nepal's hills and mountains due to a combined westerly …
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Today’s weather: March 24, 2026
Partly to generally cloudy conditions are expected over Nepal's hills and Himalayas with moderate rain or snowfall likely in Koshi …
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Mughal-Era Havelis in Old Delhi Face Fragile Existence Between Revival and Ruin
Mughal-era havelis in Old Delhi are caught between revival efforts and gradual decay due to urban pressures and family disputes.
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Stakeholders Assert Forest Fire Control Requires More Than Just Government Efforts in …
Stakeholders in Nepal assert that controlling forest fires requires more than government efforts, emphasizing the need for community participation, coordination …
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Shankarbeli Wetland in Sunsari Developing as Key Domestic Tourist Destination
Shankarbeli Wetland in Sunsari, developed through conservation and local efforts, is emerging as a popular domestic tourist destination attracting thousands …
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Sherpa living heritage documented in Thame to boost climate resilience
Community-led efforts in Thame, Solukhumbu document Sherpa cultural heritage elements to enhance climate resilience following the 2024 Glacial Lake Outburst …
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Over 1,000 Deaths Recorded in Bagmati Province Due to Disasters Over Past …
Bagmati Province recorded 1,038 deaths and economic losses exceeding NPR 6.95 billion from disasters over the past decade, with fires …
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आजको मौसम : कोशी प्रदेशका एक–दुई स्थानमा मेघगर्जन र चट्याङसहित वर्षाको सम्भावना
कोशी प्रदेशका एक–दुई स्थानमा मेघगर्जन र चट्याङसहित वर्षाको सम्भावना छ भने देशका हिमाली र पहाडी भू–भागमा बादल लागेको छ।
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Farmers worried as weather changes destroy crops
Farmers in Kailali are worried as sudden weather changes, including rain and storms, have damaged their wheat and lentil crops, …
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"World Water Day celebrations cannot fulfil the water dreams of the deprived"
Millions in Nepal's hills and mountains still lack access to safe water, with many relying on contaminated sources amid climate …
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आजको मौसम : कोशी, गण्डकी र कर्णाली प्रदेशमा हल्का वर्षाको सम्भावना
कोशी, गण्डकी र कर्णाली प्रदेशमा हल्का वर्षा र हिमपातको सम्भावना छ भने अन्य भूभागमा आंशिक बादल लागेको छ।
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Nepal's Energy Secretary Warns of Future Risks Due to Extreme Weather Events
Nepal's Energy Secretary Chiranjibi Chataut warns about future risks posed by extreme weather events due to climate change and emphasizes …
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As peak forest fire season nears, concern grows over worsening air pollution
Kathmandu Valley is facing toxic air quality as the peak forest fire season nears, with concerns that worsening wildfires due …
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Opinion | No bigger cause
Nepal faces severe air pollution with Kathmandu ranked among the world's most polluted cities, leading to serious health risks and …
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आकाशमै अडियो विषाक्त वायु
पछिल्लो एक सातामा नेपालभर वायु प्रदूषण बढेको छ, विशेषगरी काठमाडौं उपत्यका र तराई क्षेत्रमा प्रदूषित हावाको मात्रा उच्च छ। वन …
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At Least 48 Dead in Floods in Southern Ethiopia's Gamo Region, Police …
At least 48 people have died in floods caused by heavy rainfall in the Gamo region of southern Ethiopia, with …
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Kathmandu Ranks Second Globally for Air Pollution; AQI Reaches 'Very Unhealthy' Levels
Kathmandu's air pollution has worsened, ranking second globally with an AQI of 195, reaching very unhealthy levels that pose significant …
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काठमाडौँ बन्यो विश्वकै दोस्रो प्रदूषित सहर
काठमाडौं विश्वकै दोस्रो प्रदूषित सहर बनेको छ र वायु प्रदूषणले जनस्वास्थ्यमा गम्भीर खतरा निम्त्याइरहेको छ। विभिन्न क्षेत्रहरूमा एयर क्वालिटी इन्डेक्स …
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Haze and pollution shroud Nepal for nearly a week
Nepal has been experiencing haze and severe air pollution for nearly a week across multiple provinces, with Kathmandu ranked among …
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At Least 23 Dead as Flash Floods Submerge Kenyan Capital Nairobi
At least 23 people died as flash floods caused by heavy rain submerged Nairobi, with extensive damage across the city …
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Icefall Doctors depart for Everest Base Camp as Spring 2026 season gets …
The Icefall Doctors team has departed Namche Bazaar to prepare the Everest Base Camp route for the Spring 2026 climbing …
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Suspected Meteorite Crashes Through Roof Near Houston, Texas
A suspected meteorite crashed into a house near Houston, Texas, damaging the roof after exploding in the sky and creating …
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World Meteorological Day being observed with focus on climate resilience
World Meteorological Day 2026 is observed globally with the theme 'Observing Today, Protecting Tomorrow' to emphasize the importance of weather, …
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18 Dead, Dozens Injured in Nepal Due to Disasters Over Past Month
Eighteen people have died and dozens injured in various disaster incidents across Nepal in the past month, causing extensive damage …
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Construction Intensifies on World Peace Temple in Lumbini, Birthplace of Buddha
Construction of the World Peace Temple in Lumbini, the birthplace of Buddha, is progressing rapidly to promote the message of …