Dense fog and cold wave disrupt life in Terai region

Photo Courtesy: Rashtriya Samachar Samiti

Kathmandu: Dense fog and cold weather conditions have severely disrupted daily life across the Terai region. In Mahottari, local governments have announced the closure of schools due to the intense cold. The Butwal-Narayanghat section of the East-West Highway, which was closed since morning due to poor visibility, has reopened partially in the afternoon, but police… Continue reading Dense fog and cold wave disrupt life in Terai region

State of emergency declared in Los Angeles as wildfire rages

Kathmandu: A state of emergency has been declared after a rapidly spreading wildfire grew from 10 acres to a staggering 2,900 acres within a few hours. Authorities have ordered the evacuation of approximately 30,000 residents to safer locations, according to BBC reports. Video footage from the Pacific Palisades area shows thick plumes of smoke rising… Continue reading State of emergency declared in Los Angeles as wildfire rages

Mild damage reported in Nepal following Tibet earthquake

Kathmandu: An earthquake with its epicenter in Shigatse, Tibet, China, caused minor damage in parts of Nepal. Tremors were felt across Kathmandu Valley as well as eastern and central Nepal. While the earthquake did not cause significant destruction, the Ministry of Home Affairs reported minor damage in some areas. According to the Provincial Police Office… Continue reading Mild damage reported in Nepal following Tibet earthquake

China suspends Mt Everest expedition following strong earthquake

Kathmandu: China has temporarily suspended tourist observation activities around Mount Everest from its territory after a powerful earthquake struck Dingri County in Tibet at 6:50 AM on Tuesday. According to Chinese state media Xinhua, the earthquake measured 7.1 on the Richter scale, while China’s measurement center reported a magnitude of 6.8. Dingri County, home to… Continue reading China suspends Mt Everest expedition following strong earthquake

Strong earthquake jolts Nepal, no damage reported

Kathmandu: Kathmandu and large parts of Nepal were shaken by strong tremors early this morning, prompting residents to rush out of their homes. The earthquake, measuring 7.0 on the Richter scale, struck at 6:50 AM, with its epicenter in Dinggye County, Tibet, China. The quake revived memories of the catastrophic 7.6 magnitude Gorkha earthquake of… Continue reading Strong earthquake jolts Nepal, no damage reported

Cloudy weather forecasted in Nepal with light rain and snowfall expected

People wade through snow in Simkot district headquarters of Jumla, on Tuesday, January 22, 2019. Photo: Rastriya Samachar Samiti

Kathmandu: Most parts of the country are set to experience cloudy weather today due to the partial influence of western low-pressure systems, according to the Meteorological Forecasting Division of the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology. The division has forecast partly to generally cloudy conditions this afternoon, with light rain anticipated in the hilly areas and… Continue reading Cloudy weather forecasted in Nepal with light rain and snowfall expected

Venus and crescent Moon stun stargazers

Photo Courtesy: PA Media via BBC

Kathmandu: Stargazers worldwide were treated to a breathtaking celestial display on Friday, as Venus shone brightly above a crescent Moon, visible to the naked eye from the UK to the US, Turkey, and China. The stunning conjunction of the two cosmic bodies drew attention from observers across the globe, with many capturing the moment in… Continue reading Venus and crescent Moon stun stargazers

MCC approves $50 million additional funding to boost infrastructure and economic growth

Kathmandu: The Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) Board of Directors has approved an additional $50 million in funding for the Nepal Compact, reinforcing the partnership between the U.S. development agency and Nepal in advancing the country’s infrastructure and economic growth. MCC Vice President of Compact Operations, Cameron Alford, announced the decision in a press statement on… Continue reading MCC approves $50 million additional funding to boost infrastructure and economic growth

China Film Day to be held in Kathmandu

Kathmadu: Nepal will host the first-ever China Film Day on January 9, 2025, in an effort to enhance cultural relations between Nepal and China. The event, aimed at fostering collaboration in cinematic and cultural exchange, will take place at Chhaya Centre in Thamel, Kathmandu. The China Film Day is being jointly organized by the China… Continue reading China Film Day to be held in Kathmandu