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.
Health Senior citizens-friendly service delivery is present need: Minister Shrestha Minister for Women, Children and Senior Citizens, Shraddha Shrestha, has said that senior citizen-friendly service standards and dignified service delivery are the present-day need.
Nepal Balananda Sharma sworn in; joins Karki Cabinet as Foreign Minister Newly appointed Minister for Foreign Affairs Balananda Sharma was sworn into office on Thursday, taking the oath of office and secrecy before President Ramchandra Paudel at Sheetal Niwas.
Nepal Drunk driving linked to 225 road accidents nationwide in a month, six killed Driving under the influence of alcohol (Ma.Pa.Se) caused 225 vehicle accidents across Nepal in the month of Mangsir (FY 2082/83), resulting in six deaths and 295 injuries, according to data released by Nepal Police.
World Mohammad Bakri, renowned and controversial Palestinian actor and filmmaker, dies at 72 Mohammad Bakri, a Palestinian director and actor who sought to share the complexities of Palestinian identity and culture through a variety of works in both Arabic and Hebrew, has died, his family announced. He was 72.
Nepal Orange festival in Muglin from today The second Ichchhakamana Orange Festival and Food Festival begins today.
Business Hotel Yak & Yeti concludes Christmas celebrations with grand festive events Hotel Yak & Yeti concluded the festive season with a Christmas Eve Dinner and Christmas Day Brunch, hosted within its historic palace setting in central Kathmandu.
Business Deepal launches festive test drive and exchange campaign MAW Vriddhi, the official distributor of luxury EV brand Deepal, has launched a special ‘Festive Drive’ Test Drive and Exchange Campaign to mark Christmas and New Year 2026.
Business Paramount Motors launches 'Electrifying New Year 2026' EV exchange offer Paramount Motors, the authorized distributor of MG and IM Motors in Nepal, has announced the launch of its “Electrifying New Year 2026” exchange scheme for electric vehicles.
Business inDrive launches nationwide safety awareness campaign inDrive has launched a safety awareness campaign titled “Safe Journey Begins With Your Choice”, aimed at promoting informed and responsible use of ride-hailing services.
Nepal Global IME Bank, DAI–Uday Project partner to boost SME Financing in Koshi Global IME Bank Limited has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the DAI–Uday Project to expand access to credit for small and micro enterprises across Koshi Province.
Kathmandu Nepali Congress ready for March 5 election: Deuba Nepali Congress (NC) President Sher Bahadur Deuba has said the party is fully prepared to participate in the House of Representatives (HoR) election scheduled for March 5, 2026.
Kathmandu Two-Day Christmas Initiative Continues: Organizations Bring Joy to Children Across Kathmandu The Himalayan Times' Christmas giving initiative continued on its second day, with organizations bringing festive meals and gifts to children in need across the valley.
