Early warning begins with understanding hazards and assessing risks, and continues through clear communication, interpretation of alerts, risk perceptions and decisive actions.

Disasters have differential impacts on various groups, but preparedness and responses remain generalised.

Of 573 spouts in the Valley, 94 have completely perished, while the rest function seasonally.

We are at a stage where devastating floods could radically change Kathmandu’s well-being.

Smoke induced from indoor cooking can critically affect women and children.

We should control plastic pollution before the environmental damages become irreversible.

Nepal must reduce its dependence on hydropower and opt for renewables like solar, wind and biomass.

The onion episode tells us that we should grow our own vegetables, as we used to.