Japanese encephalitis claims 31 lives this year, highest toll in a decade The death toll from Japanese encephalitis (JE) across the country has climbed to 31 this year, the highest annual figure in the past decade, according to the Department of Health Services.
Japanese encephalitis death toll rises to six in Chitwan The death toll from Japanese Encephalitis (JE) in Chitwan district has climbed to six since mid-July, according to the District Health Office.
Six malaria cases detected in Chitwan since July The District Public Health Office has reported six malaria cases in Chitwan since the start of the current fiscal year.
Gandaki Province faces dual threat of dengue and Shapu eye infection Health authorities have sounded the alarm over simultaneous outbreaks of dengue fever and Seasonal Hyper Acute Pan-uveitis (Shapu) across Gandaki Province, warning that the risk will remain high through November.
Three die of Japanese encephalitis in Nawalparasi, nine dengue cases reported Three men have died of Japanese Encephalitis (JE) in Nawalparasi district over the past six weeks, while nine dengue cases have also been confirmed.
Source of cholera outbreak yet to be identified Health Minister Pradip Paudel expressed concern that while the recent cholera outbreak in Birgunj Metropolitan City appears to be under control, the source of the outbreak has yet to be identified.
Cholera spreads in Birgunj, 79 infected; Health workers' leave suspended Cholera, which first broke out in Birgunj, has now spread to the community level, with 79 confirmed cases reported as of Monday morning, according to the Health Office Parsa.
One dies from Japanese Encephalitis in Rautahat A 65-year-old man from Gajara Municipality, Rautahat, has died from Japanese Encephalitis (JE), marking the district’s first reported fatality of the season.
Govt unveils fresh provisions to promote uniformity in infertility treatment The Ministry of Health and Population has endorsed the Standard for the Operations of Infertility Management Services (IVF), 2082 BS. It was decided and endorsed by a recent ministerial-level meeting.
Free testing and treatment for childhood diabetes: Health Minister Paudel Minister for Health and Population Pradip Paudel has announced plans to provide free testing and treatment for diabetes in children across all provinces.
Chitwan records 3,889 dengue cases in FY 2024/25 A total of 3,889 dengue cases were recorded in Chitwan district in the fiscal year 2024/25, according to the Public Health Office.
Call to rethink health priorities to achieve Universal Health Coverage Calling on all stakeholders to align resources with real needs, Secretary of the Ministry of Health and Population (MoHP) Dr. Bikash Devkota said the country’s journey toward Universal Health Coverage (UHC) depends not only on funding but also on prioritizing the right interventions and populations.
Govt to provide rare and expensive cancer medicines free of cost Health and Population Minister Pradeep Paudel has announced that rare and costly cancer medicines, previously unavailable in Nepal, will now be distributed free of cost through government hospitals.
COVID-19 and dengue cases surge across Nepal Nepal is witnessing a rise in both COVID-19 and dengue cases, prompting public health authorities to urge enhanced vigilance and preventive action across the country.
Sports Arsenal stays top as Man City and Aston Villa apply the pressure and Liverpool resurgence continues It is a three-way fight at the top with just three points separating first and third in the standings.
Nepal RPP to actively contest HoR election, says Lingden Addressing the RPP Morang District convention in Biratnagar on Sunday, Chairman Lingden stated that the party would not shy away from contesting the election.
Kathmandu Political parties begin submitting closed lists for PR System ahead of March 5 election The EC, the constitutional body mandated to conduct and oversee elections, issued a press statement to this effect today.
Nepal SC extends statute of limitation and case timelines until January 14 The Supreme Court (SC) has decided to extend the statute of limitation, procedural time limits, and appearance dates for ongoing cases.
Kathmandu Deputy Speaker Indira Ranamagar Resigns Ahead of HoR Elections Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives (HoR) Indira Ranamagar has resigned from her post.
Sports Osimhen steers Nigeria into Africa Cup knockout stage, Senegal made to wait The top two progress automatically to the last 16, along with the best third-place finishers.
World Myanmar holds first election since military seized power but critics say the vote is a sham Final results won't be known until after two more rounds of voting are completed later in January.
Business NEPSE gains 47 points as finance sector leads market rally The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) rose by 47.55 points, or 1.83%, to close at 2,633.42 on Sunday, signaling a broadly positive trading session.
Nepal 'Practical cooperation in economy, trade yielded fruitful results on Nepal-China relations' Deputy Speaker of House of Representatives (HoR) Indira Ranamagar has said that Nepal has always valued its relation with China as a friendly neighbour and strategic partner, and a fellow developing country.
World Thailand and Cambodia sign a new ceasefire agreement to end border fighting Thailand and Cambodia signed a ceasefire agreement on Saturday to end weeks of fighting along their border over competing territorial claims.
Business Cardamom tops Kakarbhitta exports in first five months of FY Cardamom has emerged as the leading export commodity from the Kakarbhitta border customs point in the first five months of the current fiscal year, reinforcing its status as the region’s “green gold”.
Nepal HoR election in 67 days: Nearly 18.9 million voters on final roll With just 67 days remaining until the general election for the House of Representatives (HoR), nearly 18.9 million voters are eligible to cast their ballots in the polls scheduled for March 5, 2026, according to the Election Commission (EC).
