KATHMANDU: An earthquake was felt in the Kathmandu Valley and surrounding areas early Wednesday morning. According to the National Seismological and Research Center, the magnitude-5 quake struck Dingze, China—approximately 18 kilometers north of Nepal’s border—at 4:05 AM. Meanwhile, the Jajarkot district in Nepal has been experiencing frequent seismic activity in recent days. A 4.4 magnitude […]
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KATHMANDU: Nepal’s capital, Kathmandu’s air quality has improved significantly following two days of steady rainfall in the valley. The rain, which began sporadically on Wednesday afternoon and continued with normal showers on Thursday, helped reduce air pollution levels in the capital. Just days ago, Kathmandu topped the global list for the most polluted air. However, […]
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KATHMANDU: Kathmandu has seen a significant reduction in air pollution, with the city falling from the world’s most polluted to tenth place. This improvement is largely due to sporadic rainfall and moderate winds in the Kathmandu Valley since Wednesday afternoon. The Valley experienced rain on Wednesday night and again on Thursday morning, accompanied by moderate […]
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KATHMANDU: Kathmandu Valley is experiencing rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms since Thursday morning. According to the Weather Forecasting Division under the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology, several parts of the country, including the Valley, are currently receiving rain. The division stated that heavy rainfall, along with thunder and lightning, has been observed in different areas of Kathmandu, […]
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KATHMANDU: The Second National Horticulture Expo-2081 is officially opening today (Thursday) at Bhrikutimandap and will continue through April 13. According to Expo Coordinator and Association Senior Vice President Rabin Kumar Gautam, this year’s event will offer a comprehensive and integrated display of commercial nursery items—including flowers, fruits, agricultural and forestry plants, as well as medicinal […]
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KATHMANDU: Kathmandu Valley has once again topped the global chart for the poorest air quality, based on Air Quality Index (AQI) readings taken at 6:15 am on Wednesday. The capital recorded an AQI of 184, placing it firmly in the “unhealthy” category. Close behind were Delhi, India, with an AQI of 180, and Kampala, Uganda, […]
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KATHMANDU: Kathmandu Valley continues to rank among the most polluted cities in the world, currently placing second in terms of air pollution. According to the Air Quality Index (AQI) measured at 5:45 a.m. on Monday, Kathmandu’s AQI stood at 213, indicating a level that is extremely harmful to human health. The Indian capital Delhi tops […]
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KATHMANDU: Air pollution in Kathmandu continues to be a serious issue. According to the Air Quality Index (AQI) recorded this morning (Sunday), Kathmandu ranks second worldwide for air pollution. At present, Delhi, India, holds the top position for air pollution, while Lahore, Pakistan, is in third place. The AQI in Kathmandu is currently 204, while […]
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KATHMANDU: Air pollution has reached alarming levels in the Kathmandu Valley over the past week. As per the air quality data from IQAir, Kathmandu is currently the most polluted city in the world. The average Air Quality Index (AQI) in the valley is now 193, categorizing it as “unhealthy.” While this represents a slight improvement […]
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KATHMANDU: The air pollution in Kathmandu Valley is worsening at an alarming pace. As per the Air Quality Index (AQI) reading taken at 7 AM on Thursday, pollution levels in the valley have surpassed the hazardous threshold. Currently, Kathmandu ranks as the second most polluted city in the world. Baghdad, the capital of Iraq, holds […]
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