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 241Â more people testing positive for the infection in the past 24 hours.
Business Finance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagle assumes office, announces reform drive Newly appointed Finance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagle assumed office at the Ministry of Finance on Friday after taking the oath of office before President Ramchandra Paudel.
Kathmandu Five women ministers sworn into federal cabinet Five women lawmakers from the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) have been appointed to various ministerial positions, taking their oath of office and secrecy before the President in a special ceremony held at the Office of the President-Shital Niwas-today.
Nepal Indian PM Modi congratulates Balen Shah on assuming office as Nepal PM Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has extended congratulations to Balen Shah on his swearing-in as the Prime Minister of Nepal.
Photo Gallery In Pictures: A heartfelt moment at Shital Niwas Newly appointed Prime Minister Balen Shah embraces former interim Prime Minister Sushila Karki after the swearing-in ceremony of the new prime minister and council of ministers at the President’s residence in Kathmandu, Nepal, on Friday, March 27, 2026.
Kathmandu Newly appointed ministers in Balen-led Cabinet sworn in Newly appointed ministers of the Balen-led Cabinet took oath of office and secrecy at a ceremony held at the Office of the President, Sheetal Niwas, on Friday.
Nepal Balen Shah sworn in as Prime Minister, forms Cabinet Balendra Shah 'Balen' was sworn in as Nepal’s Prime Minister at a special ceremony held at the Office of the President on Friday.
Nepal RSP lawmaker Amresh Singh declines ministerial post Amresh Kumar Singh, elected to the House of Representatives from Sarlahi-4, has declined an offer to join the Cabinet, according to reports.
Business Imports via Birgunj customs near Rs 595 billion in seven months Imports through the Birgunj Customs Office reached Rs 595.46 billion in the first seven months of the current fiscal year, marking an 11 percent increase compared to the same period last year.
Nepal Ram Navami: President, Vice President highlight unity, peace and cultural values President Ramchandra Paudel has said that cultural and historical festivals play a vital role in strengthening national unity by fostering mutual trust, harmony, tolerance and cooperation among Nepal’s diverse communities.
Business Gold, silver prices continue decline The price of fine gold declined further in the domestic market on Friday, dropping by Rs 4,600 per tola, extending its recent downward trend.
Nepal Dr. Amresh Kumar Singh set to join Cabinet as industry minister Dr. Amresh Kumar Singh is set to be appointed Minister for Industry, Commerce and Supplies in the government led by Kathmandu Mayor Balen Shah.
Nepal Ministers of Balen-led cabinet With the appointment of Balendra (Balen) Shah as Nepal's prime minister, the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) has finalised the names of some ministers.
