World Wetlands Day being observed today World Wetlands Day being observed today The World Wetlands Day 2025 is being observed today under the theme ‘Protecting Wetlands for Our Common Future’. The World Wetlands Day 2025 is being observed today under the theme ‘Protecting Wetlands for Our Common Future’. Environment 02 Feb, 2025
Fog, mist to persist in tarai regions, clear skies elsewhere Fog, mist to persist in tarai regions, clear skies elsewhere The weather across Nepal is expected to remain partly cloudy in the hilly regions of Koshi, Bagmati, and Gandaki provinces, while the rest of the country will experience clear skies, according to the latest weather bulletin from the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology. The weather across Nepal is expected to remain partly cloudy in the hilly regions of Koshi, Bagmati, and Gandaki provinces, while the rest of the country will experience clear skies, according to the latest weather bulletin from the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology. Environment 02 Feb, 2025
Fair conditions across the country with fog in tarai regions Fair conditions across the country with fog in tarai regions The weather across the country is expected to remain mostly fair, with a few exceptions in the hilly regions of Bagmati and Koshi provinces, according to the Meteorological Forecast Division (MFD) on Friday. The weather across the country is expected to remain mostly fair, with a few exceptions in the hilly regions of Bagmati and Koshi provinces, according to the Meteorological Forecast Division (MFD) on Friday. Environment 31 Jan, 2025
Vibrant Festivals: Vibes of Colours of Life Vibrant Festivals: Vibes of Colours of Life India is a nation that enjoys a vibrant culture of different festivals — India is a nation that enjoys a vibrant culture of different festivals — Environment 26 Jan, 2025
India's Space Programme: Five things to know India's Space Programme: Five things to know India’s space programme, led by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), has achieved global recognition for its innovative and inclusive approach to space technology. India’s space programme, led by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), has achieved global recognition for its innovative and inclusive approach to space technology. Environment 26 Jan, 2025
The Importance of Nepali Language: A Shared Treasure of Nepal and India The Importance of Nepali Language: A Shared Treasure of Nepal and India Nepali is more than just the official language of Nepal; it is a bridge of shared heritage, culture, and identity between Nepal and India. Nepali is more than just the official language of Nepal; it is a bridge of shared heritage, culture, and identity between Nepal and India. Environment 26 Jan, 2025
Mild cold wave persists in eastern tarai as skies remain mostly clear across country Mild cold wave persists in eastern tarai as skies remain mostly clear across country The weather today remains under the influence of westerly winds, bringing varied conditions across the country. The weather today remains under the influence of westerly winds, bringing varied conditions across the country. Environment 26 Jan, 2025
Country's weather to remain fair today Country's weather to remain fair today The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology said that presently the weather is partly cloudy in the hilly regions of Sudurpaschim, Gandaki and Karnali provinces and fair in the rest of the country. The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology said that presently the weather is partly cloudy in the hilly regions of Sudurpaschim, Gandaki and Karnali provinces and fair in the rest of the country. Environment 23 Jan, 2025
Western wind influences weather; Kathmandu to remain fair Western wind influences weather; Kathmandu to remain fair Nepal is currently under the influence of a western wind system, with Karnali and Sudurpaschim provinces partially affected by a low-pressure system, according to the Meteorological Forecast Division. Nepal is currently under the influence of a western wind system, with Karnali and Sudurpaschim provinces partially affected by a low-pressure system, according to the Meteorological Forecast Division. Environment 20 Jan, 2025
55 species of birds recorded in wetlands of east Chitwan 55 species of birds recorded in wetlands of east Chitwan The bird census conducted in the wetlands in eastern Chitwan has concluded with the recordings of the presence of 55 species. The bird census conducted in the wetlands in eastern Chitwan has concluded with the recordings of the presence of 55 species. Environment 12 Jan, 2025
Foggy morning in Tarai, fair conditions elsewhere Foggy morning in Tarai, fair conditions elsewhere Presently there is a general influence of westerly wind in the country with foggy weather in many places of the Tarai. Presently there is a general influence of westerly wind in the country with foggy weather in many places of the Tarai. Environment 09 Jan, 2025
Sporadic rainfall likely in different parts today Sporadic rainfall likely in different parts today The weather has turned cloudy throughout the country today. The Kathmandu Valley has also seen a cloudy sky. The weather has turned cloudy throughout the country today. The Kathmandu Valley has also seen a cloudy sky. Environment 28 Dec, 2024
NDRRMA calls for precaution against cold NDRRMA calls for precaution against cold The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA) has urged for taking precaution against cold, citing the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology's information about the impending cloudy weather from the afternoon today. The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA) has urged for taking precaution against cold, citing the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology's information about the impending cloudy weather from the afternoon today. Environment 27 Dec, 2024
Snowfall in Humla affects normal life Snowfall in Humla affects normal life Humla has witnessed snowfall. Although the weather was clear till Monday afternoon, snowfall started occurring since last night. Humla has witnessed snowfall. Although the weather was clear till Monday afternoon, snowfall started occurring since last night. Environment 24 Dec, 2024
Chilly weather grips Kathmandu Valley as mercury dips nationwide Chilly weather grips Kathmandu Valley as mercury dips nationwide The Kathmandu Valley is growing increasingly colder as winter takes hold, with temperatures dropping across the nation. The Kathmandu Valley is growing increasingly colder as winter takes hold, with temperatures dropping across the nation. Environment 11 Dec, 2024
Nepal's avian diversity: A flight of survival and conservation Nepal's avian diversity: A flight of survival and conservation Nepal's rich biodiversity extends beyond the land and water to the skies, where various bird species, from the endangered to the invasive, take flight. Nepal's rich biodiversity extends beyond the land and water to the skies, where various bird species, from the endangered to the invasive, take flight. Environment 10 Dec, 2024
Rare Chinese Rubythorat spotted in Kanchanpur for first time Rare Chinese Rubythorat spotted in Kanchanpur for first time Chinese Rubythroat, a rare bird found in the Himalayan ranges, has been spotted in Kanchanpur for the first time. The bird is sighted at Nakaiya wetland of Belauri Municipality-7. Chinese Rubythroat, a rare bird found in the Himalayan ranges, has been spotted in Kanchanpur for the first time. The bird is sighted at Nakaiya wetland of Belauri Municipality-7. Environment 06 Dec, 2024
Landmark climate change case opens at the top UN court as island nations fear rising seas Landmark climate change case opens at the top UN court as island nations fear rising... Vanuatu is one of a group of small states pushing for international legal intervention in the climate crisis but it affects many more island nations in the South Pacific. Vanuatu is one of a group of small states pushing for international legal intervention in the climate crisis but it affects many more island nations in the South Pacific. Environment 02 Dec, 2024
Need for collaboration between stakeholders to mitigate impacts of water induced disasters highlighted Need for collaboration between stakeholders to mitigate impacts of water induced... A meeting on “Water Induced Disaster Management in Nepal- 33 years History for Disaster Prevention Technical Committee /DMSP Project/In Future” was held by a the Nepal-Japan Friendship Association of Water Induced Disaster Prevention (NFAD) in Kathmandu. A meeting on “Water Induced Disaster Management in Nepal- 33 years History for Disaster Prevention Technical Committee /DMSP Project/In Future” was held by a the Nepal-Japan Friendship Association of Water Induced Disaster Prevention (NFAD) in Kathmandu. Environment 29 Nov, 2024
Pokhara Metropolitan City commits towards zero waste Pokhara Metropolitan City commits towards zero waste Various stakeholders in Pokhara have committed to collaborative efforts to mitigate the waste crisis, build a resilient city and create green job opportunities. Various stakeholders in Pokhara have committed to collaborative efforts to mitigate the waste crisis, build a resilient city and create green job opportunities. Environment 25 Nov, 2024
Nepal Nepal notifies Mauritius of DTAA termination The decision was taken during Monday’s meeting of the Council of Ministers.
Sports Liverpool without Salah beats Inter in Champions League. Barcelona and Bayern win Even from the penalty spot, Liverpool managed just fine without Mohamed Salah.
World Zelenskyy reaffirms his refusal to cede land to Russia as he rallies European support Zelenskyy and his European allies have repeatedly accused Putin of slow-walking the talks to press ahead with the invasion.
World New Thailand-Cambodia border fighting shows no sign of stopping Thailand’s Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has vowed to continue to fight, and Cambodia’s powerful Senate President Hun Sen promised a fierce response.
Nepal Ishwor Pokharel declares candidacy for UML chair post CPN (UML) Senior Vice-Chair Ishwor Pokharel has announced his candidacy for the post of party chair.
Kathmandu Govt, Gen Z representatives ink 10-point pact The government and representatives of the Gen Z movement signed a 10-point agreement late this evening at the Office of the Prime Minister in Singha Durbar.
Sports NPL: Sher Malla stars with three as Lumbini Lions overcome Kathmandu Gorkhas, advance to face Biratnagar Lumbini Lions secured a spot in Qualifier 2 of the Nepal Premier League (NPL) 2025 after defeating Kathmandu Gorkhas by four wickets.
Kathmandu UNICEF, WHO welcome Nepal's launch of National Mental Health Campaign 2025 UNICEF and the World Health Organization (WHO) have applauded the Ministry of Health and Population for launching the National Mental Health Campaign 2025, an initiative aimed at reducing stigma and improving access to mental health support for children, adolescents and adults.
Business BrandFest 2025 concludes with powerful messages on human connection, courage, and purpose The Himalayan Times BrandFest 2025 wrapped up its second day on Friday with a resounding emphasis on the irreplaceable role of human empathy, imagination, and courage in an age increasingly dominated by artificial intelligence and data.
