WHO says global rise in COVID cases is 'tip of the iceberg' Figures showing a global rise in COVID-19 cases could herald a much bigger problem as some countries also report a drop in testing rates, the WHO said on Tuesday, warning nations to remain vigilant against the virus.
Nepal records 41 new COVID-19 cases on Wednesday The national active Covid-19 caseload of Nepal dropped to 4,574 on Wednesday as 41 people tested positive for the infection in past 24 hours.
S.Korea reports record 400,741 new daily COVID cases: KDCA South Korea reported a record 400,741 new daily COVID-19 cases, the Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency said on Wednesday, as the country seeks to further ease social distancing rules despite a wave of Omicron infections.
Variant that combines Delta and Omicron identified; dogs sniff out virus with high accuracy Hybrid versions of the coronavirus that combine genes from the Delta and Omicron variants - dubbed "Deltacron" - have been identified in at least 17 patients in the United States and Europe, researchers said.
Death toll nears 6 million as pandemic enters its 3rd year The official global death toll from COVID-19 is on the verge of eclipsing 6 million — underscoring that the pandemic, now entering its third year, is far from over.
AstraZeneca sees higher 2022 sales, but COVID boost waning AstraZeneca forecast higher 2022 sales and raised its annual dividend for the first time in a decade on Thursday after beating fourth-quarter profit expectations, but warned the boost from its COVID-19 products would fall.
15 more Covid-19 fatalities reported in Nepal in 24-hrs, 8,017 fresh infections surface The national active Covid-19 caseload of Nepal climbed to 90,576 on Thursday as 8,017 people tested positive for the infection in past 24 hours.
Booster shots needed against omicron, CDC studies show Three studies released Friday offered more evidence that COVID-19 vaccines are standing up to the omicron variant, at least among people who received booster shots.
Cheap version of Merck COVID pill to be made for poorer nations A U.N.-backed agency has struck a deal for nearly 30 generic drugmakers to make low-cost versions of Merck & Co's COVID-19 pill molnupiravir for poorer nations, widening access to a drug seen as a weapon in fighting the pandemic.
Active caseload climbs to 14,340 as 2,922 more test positive for Covid-19 The national active Covid-19 caseload of Nepal climbed to 14,340 on Wednesday as 2,922 people tested positive for the infection in past 24 hours.
Sudurpaschim province sees sharp incline in Covid-19 infection Covid-19 infections are becoming more widespread in the Sudurpaschim province as the number of India returnees increases.
24 additional cases of Omicron variant detected in Nepal Additional 24 cases of the Omicron variant of Covid-19 were detected in Nepal on Friday.
Nepal records 478 new Covid-19 cases, 271 discharges, 1 fatality on Thursday Nepal's coronavirus caseload reached 830,480 on Thursday with 478 more people testing positive for the infection in the past 24 hours.
Nepal records 241 new Covid-19 cases, 263 discharges, 2 fatalities on Thursday Nepal's coronavirus caseload reached 826,664 on Thursday with 241 more people testing positive for the infection in the past 24 hours.
Nepal Private sector should be encouraged to build self-reliant economy: MC Chair Dahal Chairperson of the CPN (Maoist Centre), Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda' has said industrialists and entrepreneurs should move ahead keeping the self-reliant national economy in centre.
Business NEPSE drops 33 points as daily turnover increases Rs 6 billion The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE), which recorded a notable gain of 45.88 points on Wednesday, experienced a downturn on Thursday, dropping by 33.42 points or 1.23% to close at 2,682.29 points.
Nepal Lumbini Province establishes a Career Guidance Service Center Janmajaya Timilsina, Minister of Social Development for Lumbini Province, inaugurated the Career Guidance Service Center and its digital platform at the Education Training Centre in Mayadevi, Bhairahawa.
Nepal ADB highlights Nepal's electrification success and sustainable energy development Nepal has achieved a remarkable transformation in electrification, moving from just 2% access to electricity fifty years ago to over 95% of households connected today.
Kathmandu Wider cooperation stressed to reduce climate change crisis Stakeholders concerned have stressed the need of a wider cooperation to minimise climate change crisis.
Sports NPL: Pokhara Avengers defeats Biratnagar Kings in super over In a nail-biting encounter, Pokhara Avengers secured a thrilling victory against Biratnagar Kings by 13 runs in the first-ever super over of the Nepal Premier League (NPL) at Tribhuvan University Cricket Ground, on Thursday.
Nepal Five killed in Jajarkot jeep accident Five people lost their lives when the Bolero jeep they were travelling on skidded off the road in Jajarkot on Wednesday night.
Nepal Japan hands over children's home in Humla The Government of Japan officially handed over a newly constructed children’s home building in Humla District during a ceremony held on Wednesday.
Nepal U.S. Embassy Nepal advances preservation of Lumbini Museum Collection In a ceremony held today, U.S. Embassy Public Affairs Chief Michael Harker joined representatives from the Lumbini Development Trust, and Department of Archaeology to inaugurate the Conservation of Lumbini Museum Project.
Opinion Soil – the life beneath us: Measures to keep it healthy Soil is more than just dirt beneath our feet—it is a living, breathing system that nurtures life itself.
Business 'Proposed MoU to expand job opportunities in Malaysia' The proposed memorandum of understanding (MoU) will create numerous opportunities for Nepali foreign job-seekers in Malaysia, according to Malaysian Chargé d' affaires a.i. Mohd Firdaus Azman.
Nepal Government challenges verdicts in Dilip Mahato case The government has filed a review petition at the Supreme Court challenging the district and high court verdicts in the case of Dilip Mahato of Dhanusha, who was intentionally killed and then run over by a tipper while protesting illegal mining.
