Kathmandu: NASA astronaut Don Pettit, the oldest American currently serving in space, returned to Earth on Sunday — the day he turned 70 — after completing a 220-day mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS). Pettit landed alongside Russian cosmonauts Alexey Ovchinin and Ivan Vagner in Kazakhstan’s steppe at 06:20 local time (01:20 GMT), aboard… Continue reading NASA’s oldest active astronaut Don Pettit returns to earth on 70th birthday
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Genetically engineered ‘Dire Wolves’ born in U.S.
Kathmandu: Three genetically engineered wolf pups resembling the extinct dire wolf have been born and are now living in a secure, undisclosed location in the United States, according to Colossal Biosciences, a biotech firm working to revive lost species. The pups, aged three to six months, are already around 80 pounds and are expected to… Continue reading Genetically engineered ‘Dire Wolves’ born in U.S.
Global clean energy surpasses 40%, but CO2 emissions hit record high: Ember Report
Kathmadu: More than 40 percent of the world’s electricity was generated from clean energy sources in 2024, the highest share since the 1940s, according to a new report by the global energy think tank Ember. However, global carbon dioxide emissions rose to an all-time high, driven by increased electricity demand during an unusually hot year.… Continue reading Global clean energy surpasses 40%, but CO2 emissions hit record high: Ember Report
KMC warns of rising air pollution, issues public appeal
Kathmandu: The Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) has raised concerns over rising air pollution in the Kathmandu Valley and across the country, urging public cooperation in mitigating its risks. On Friday, the KMC issued a nine-point appeal to the general public, emphasizing the need for proactive measures to curb pollution. It urged residents to regularly maintain… Continue reading KMC warns of rising air pollution, issues public appeal
Kathmandu’s air quality reaches ‘Very Unhealthy’ levels, ranks as world’s most polluted city
Kathmandu: Kathmandu Valley’s air quality has deteriorated to a very unhealthy level, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) hovering around 260 throughout the day on Thursday. According to IQAir, a global air quality monitoring agency, Kathmandu ranked as the most polluted city in the world today. An AQI reading above 200 is considered hazardous for… Continue reading Kathmandu’s air quality reaches ‘Very Unhealthy’ levels, ranks as world’s most polluted city
7th Annual Water and Peace Seminar 2025 begins in Kathmandu
Kathmandu: The 7th Annual Water and Peace Seminar 2025, on “Diplomacy, Dialogue, Discourses: Exploring Potentials and Challenges for Inclusive Water Cooperation,” is taking place in Kathmandu from March 26-27 at Hotel Himalaya, Nepal. It is a part of a week-long event which started on 24 March and concludes on 1 April and it brings together… Continue reading 7th Annual Water and Peace Seminar 2025 begins in Kathmandu
NASA astronauts return to earth after extended mission in Space
Kathmandu: NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, alongside their fellow crew members, have safely returned to Earth after a nine-month mission in space. Their journey back concluded with a dramatic re-entry through Earth’s atmosphere in a SpaceX capsule, followed by a gentle splashdown off the coast of Florida. The astronauts’ capsule was greeted by… Continue reading NASA astronauts return to earth after extended mission in Space
Kathmandu ranks 5th most polluted city in the World
Kathmandu: Kathmandu’s air quality has worsened significantly, ranking it as the fifth most polluted city in the world with an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 180, according to the latest data. Beijing, Kampala, Delhi, and Kuwait occupy the top four spots, with AQI levels ranging from 184 to 240. The deteriorating air quality in Kathmandu… Continue reading Kathmandu ranks 5th most polluted city in the World
President Paudel calls for climate justice at Nepal Geological Congress
Kathmandu: President Ramchandra Paudel has emphasized the need for climate justice for countries like Nepal, which have minimal contributions to climate change but face its severe consequences. Speaking at the inauguration of the 11th Nepal Geological Congress organized by the Nepal Geological Society on Monday, Paudel stressed that Nepal must raise the issue of climate… Continue reading President Paudel calls for climate justice at Nepal Geological Congress
Preparations underway for ‘Sagarmatha Sambaad’ on climate change
Kathmandu: Preparations for the Sagarmatha Sambaad, a global dialogue on climate change, are in full swing ahead of its scheduled dates from May 16-18 in Kathmandu. The event, themed “Climate Change, Mountains, and the Future of Human Life,” aims to bring global attention to the challenges faced by mountainous and coastal nations due to climate… Continue reading Preparations underway for ‘Sagarmatha Sambaad’ on climate change