Extremely heavy rainfall recorded in Parsa's Thori

Extremely heavy rainfall recorded in Parsa's Thori

Widespread rainfall over the past two days has lowered temperatures across the country as cloudy weather persisted nationwide.

Widespread rainfall over the past two days has lowered temperatures across the country as cloudy weather persisted nationwide.

Environment 30 May, 2026

Thunderstorms likely across hills as heat persists in western Tarai

Thunderstorms likely across hills as heat persists in western Tarai

Rain-bearing clouds are expected to bring thunderstorms and moderate rainfall across much of the country's hilly and Himalayan regions on Thursday, while hot weather conditions are likely to persist in parts of the western Tarai.

Rain-bearing clouds are expected to bring thunderstorms and moderate rainfall across much of the country's hilly and Himalayan regions on Thursday, while hot weather conditions are likely to persist in parts of the western Tarai.

Environment 28 May, 2026

Rain likely in several provinces, heat wave to persist in western Terai

Rain likely in several provinces, heat wave to persist in western Terai

The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has forecast light to moderate rainfall with thunder and lightning in several parts of the country on Wednesday, while heat wave conditions are expected to continue in parts of the western Terai.

The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has forecast light to moderate rainfall with thunder and lightning in several parts of the country on Wednesday, while heat wave conditions are expected to continue in parts of the western Terai.

Environment 27 May, 2026

Rain, thunderstorms likely in hilly regions; hot conditions persist in western Terai

Rain, thunderstorms likely in hilly regions; hot conditions persist in western Terai

The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has forecast moderate rainfall and thunderstorms in several hilly and Himalayan regions of the country on Tuesday, while hot day conditions are expected to persist in parts of western Nepal.

The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has forecast moderate rainfall and thunderstorms in several hilly and Himalayan regions of the country on Tuesday, while hot day conditions are expected to persist in parts of western Nepal.

Environment 26 May, 2026

Extreme heat disrupts classes in Kanchanpur

Extreme heat disrupts classes in Kanchanpur

Local levels in Kanchanpur have started closing schools temporarily owing to rising temperatures. Some local governments have already announced the school holidays for a few days, taking into account student's health concerns.

Local levels in Kanchanpur have started closing schools temporarily owing to rising temperatures. Some local governments have already announced the school holidays for a few days, taking into account student's health concerns.

Environment 25 May, 2026

Western Terai to remain under heat wave conditions

Western Terai to remain under heat wave conditions

​​​​​​​The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has forecast continued heat wave conditions in parts of western Nepal on Monday, while moderate rainfall and thunderstorms are likely in several hilly and Himalayan regions.

​​​​​​​The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has forecast continued heat wave conditions in parts of western Nepal on Monday, while moderate rainfall and thunderstorms are likely in several hilly and Himalayan regions.

Environment 25 May, 2026

Heat wave grips western Nepal; DHM warns of three more days of extreme heat

Heat wave grips western Nepal; DHM warns of three more days of extreme heat

Heat wave conditions are forecast to persist across the Terai regions of Sudurpashchim and Lumbini provinces on Saturday, with hot day conditions extending into their hilly areas, as the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology warned that parts of western Nepal could see maximum temperatures reach 40 degrees Celsius or above over the coming three days.

Heat wave conditions are forecast to persist across the Terai regions of Sudurpashchim and Lumbini provinces on Saturday, with hot day conditions extending into their hilly areas, as the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology warned that parts of western Nepal could see maximum temperatures reach 40 degrees Celsius or above over the coming three days.

Environment 23 May, 2026

Excessive excavation in Narayani River draws scrutiny

Excessive excavation in Narayani River draws scrutiny

The District Monitoring Committee in Nawalpur has directed authorities concerned to regulate excavation and extraction works in the Narayani River after irregularities were found during an on-site inspection.

The District Monitoring Committee in Nawalpur has directed authorities concerned to regulate excavation and extraction works in the Narayani River after irregularities were found during an on-site inspection.

Environment 22 May, 2026

Another day of heat wave likely in Sudurpashchim, Lumbini

Another day of heat wave likely in Sudurpashchim, Lumbini

The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has forecast continued heat wave conditions in parts of western Nepal, with Sudurpashchim Province likely to witness another day of extreme heat on Friday.

The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has forecast continued heat wave conditions in parts of western Nepal, with Sudurpashchim Province likely to witness another day of extreme heat on Friday.

Environment 22 May, 2026

Heatwave likely in Lumbini, Sudurpashchim; rain forecast in hilly regions

Heatwave likely in Lumbini, Sudurpashchim; rain forecast in hilly regions

The Meteorological Forecasting Division has forecast generally cloudy weather in Koshi Province and the hilly and mountainous regions of Bagmati and Gandaki provinces today, with chances of rain and thunderstorms in several parts of the country.

The Meteorological Forecasting Division has forecast generally cloudy weather in Koshi Province and the hilly and mountainous regions of Bagmati and Gandaki provinces today, with chances of rain and thunderstorms in several parts of the country.

Environment 21 May, 2026

442 hectares of forest land encroachment cleared in Madhesh Province

442 hectares of forest land encroachment cleared in Madhesh Province

A total of 442 hectares of forest land that had been encroached for years in various districts of Madhesh Province was cleared during the fiscal year 2081/82, according to the Forest Directorate, Janakpur.

A total of 442 hectares of forest land that had been encroached for years in various districts of Madhesh Province was cleared during the fiscal year 2081/82, according to the Forest Directorate, Janakpur.

Environment 20 May, 2026

WWF Nepal marks 33 years, launches new strategic plan

WWF Nepal marks 33 years, launches new strategic plan

WWF Nepal marked its 33rd anniversary on Monday with a special programme in Kathmandu, reflecting on more than three decades of conservation efforts and unveiling its Strategic Plan 2027–2030.

WWF Nepal marked its 33rd anniversary on Monday with a special programme in Kathmandu, reflecting on more than three decades of conservation efforts and unveiling its Strategic Plan 2027–2030.

Environment 19 May, 2026

Heat wave persists in Tarai, rain likely in hilly regions

Heat wave persists in Tarai, rain likely in hilly regions

Hot weather conditions are likely to persist across several Tarai districts today, while moderate rainfall and thunderstorms have been forecast for the hilly and mountainous regions of the country.

Hot weather conditions are likely to persist across several Tarai districts today, while moderate rainfall and thunderstorms have been forecast for the hilly and mountainous regions of the country.

Environment 19 May, 2026

Cloudy skies with rain likely in hilly regions; heat to persist in Terai

Cloudy skies with rain likely in hilly regions; heat to persist in Terai

The Meteorological Forecasting Division has predicted generally cloudy conditions over Koshi Province and the hilly and Himalayan regions of Bagmati Province and Gandaki Province today, with chances of rainfall and thunderstorms in several areas.

The Meteorological Forecasting Division has predicted generally cloudy conditions over Koshi Province and the hilly and Himalayan regions of Bagmati Province and Gandaki Province today, with chances of rainfall and thunderstorms in several areas.

Environment 18 May, 2026

Rain, thunderstorms likely in hilly regions; heat to rise in Terai

Rain, thunderstorms likely in hilly regions; heat to rise in Terai

​​​​​​​The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has forecast generally cloudy weather in several parts of the country today, with chances of rain, thunderstorms and rising temperatures in the Terai.

​​​​​​​The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has forecast generally cloudy weather in several parts of the country today, with chances of rain, thunderstorms and rising temperatures in the Terai.

Environment 17 May, 2026

Windstorms, lightning expected in parts of country

Windstorms, lightning expected in parts of country

The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has forecast generally cloudy conditions in several parts of the country today, with chances of rain, thunderstorms and windstorms.

The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has forecast generally cloudy conditions in several parts of the country today, with chances of rain, thunderstorms and windstorms.

Environment 16 May, 2026

Cloudy conditions, rain likely across hilly and Himalayan regions

Cloudy conditions, rain likely across hilly and Himalayan regions

The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has forecast generally cloudy conditions across Koshi, Bagmati and Gandaki provinces, particularly in the hilly and Himalayan regions, for today.

The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has forecast generally cloudy conditions across Koshi, Bagmati and Gandaki provinces, particularly in the hilly and Himalayan regions, for today.

Environment 14 May, 2026

Dr Pokharel appointed as Member Secretary of NTNC

Dr Pokharel appointed as Member Secretary of NTNC

Dr Chiranjivi Prasad Pokharel has been appointed as the Member Secretary of the National Trust for Nature Conservation.

Dr Chiranjivi Prasad Pokharel has been appointed as the Member Secretary of the National Trust for Nature Conservation.

Environment 13 May, 2026

Western system triggers rainfall across much of the country

Western system triggers rainfall across much of the country

Cloudy conditions and rainfall are likely across much of the country today, particularly in hilly and mountainous regions, according to the Meteorological Forecasting Division.

Cloudy conditions and rainfall are likely across much of the country today, particularly in hilly and mountainous regions, according to the Meteorological Forecasting Division.

Environment 12 May, 2026

Over 1.9 million people likely to be affected by monsoon disasters

Over 1.9 million people likely to be affected by monsoon disasters

More than 1.9 million people are projected to be affected by monsoon-related disasters this year despite forecasts of below-average rainfall, according to a government assessment.

More than 1.9 million people are projected to be affected by monsoon-related disasters this year despite forecasts of below-average rainfall, according to a government assessment.

Environment 11 May, 2026