Crows driving bird flu spread across Kathmandu Valley, says livestock department Crows are the primary source behind the continued spread of bird flu across the Kathmandu Valley, the Department of Livestock Services has said, as authorities intensify efforts to contain the outbreak that has now affected nearly 100 poultry farms in 11 districts.
Authorities ramp up bird flu surveillance across valley The Department of Livestock Services has intensified surveillance and deployed technical teams across the Kathmandu Valley and surrounding districts as it races to contain the spread of bird flu, which has now affected nearly 100 poultry farms in 11 districts.
Health Ministry denies rabies vaccine shortage The Ministry of Health and Food Safety has clarified that there is no shortage of rabies vaccines in the country, despite concerns over limited stock.
Dengue, scrub typhus and kala-azar cases persist as monsoon sets in With the monsoon beginning to advance across Nepal, the latest weekly disease surveillance data shows dengue, scrub typhus and kala-azar continuing to be reported across multiple provinces, while influenza cases have remained steady in recent weeks, according to the Epidemiological Week 25 Surveillance Bulletin issued by the Epidemiology and Disease Control Division under the Department of Health Services.
International Yoga Day observed with focus on healthy ageing Nepal joined the global community in observing the 12th International Day of Yoga on Sunday under the theme 'Yoga for Healthy Ageing'.
No blood bank, no donor - so Bajura doctor gave his own blood before performing the surgery When a 31-year-old woman from Triveni Municipality-9 arrived at Bajura District Hospital bleeding heavily and in urgent need of blood, her family searched, and found nothing. No blood bank. No available donor. No reserve to draw from.
Over 18,000 children found suffering from severe acute malnutrition More than 18,000 children across the country have been diagnosed with severe acute malnutrition (SAM), according to findings from a nationwide nutrition assessment campaign conducted by the government.
Health Minister Mehta directs measures to ensure smooth medicine supply Minister for Health and Food Safety Nisha Mehta has directed authorities to ensure an uninterrupted supply of medicines and address shortages, including cancer drugs.
World No Tobacco Day observed with call to counter nicotine addiction World No Tobacco Day 2026 is being observed across the globe today with calls to strengthen efforts against tobacco and nicotine addiction, particularly among children and adolescents.
Health sector allocated over Rs 100 billion in new budget The government has allocated nearly Rs 101.95 billion for the health sector in the fiscal year 2083/84.
Govt suspends non-emergency health insurance services at private hospitals The government has decided to suspend non-emergency health insurance services provided by private healthcare institutions under the government’s health insurance programme from May 29 until further notice.
WHO pledges continued cooperation with Nepal Minister for Health and Food Safety Nisha Mehta held talks with World Health Organization Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus in Geneva, Switzerland, during the 79th World Health Assembly.
Nepal elected Vice President of 79th World Health Assembly Nepal has been unanimously elected Vice President of the 79th World Health Assembly, the decision-making body of the World Health Organization.
WHO declares global health emergency over Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda The World Health Organization declared the Ebola disease outbreak caused by a rare virus in Congo and neighboring Uganda a public health emergency of international concern on Sunday, after more than 300 suspected cases and 88 deaths.
Videos Kathmandu holds Dipankar Buddha procession to commemorate Samyak Mahadan Kathmandu witnessed a rare, sacred occasion on Guru Purnima today as devotees held a Dipankar Buddha procession and Panchadan ceremony at Mahabouddha, commemorating Samyak Mahadan — a tradition meant to be held every 12 years but not observed in 24 years.
Nepal Security tightened in Sunsari's Dewanganj as curfew remains in force Security has been further tightened in Dewanganj of Sunsari following the deadly clash between members of two communities, with the Nepal Army launching aerial patrols and security forces maintaining an increased presence in the area.
Nepal Makawanpur health institutions halt services in solidarity With NMA protest Health institutions across Makawanpur suspended all non-emergency services on Wednesday in support of the nationwide protest by doctors against the assault on medical personnel at Narayani Hospital in Birgunj.
Business Over 20 carpet factories struggle to maintain production amid worker exodus A shortage of skilled workers has begun to threaten the sustainability of the carpet industry in Ramechhap, with more than 20 operating factories struggling to maintain production due to a lack of trained manpower.
Entertainment Incessant Rain Studios, NIMB Ace Capital collaborate for Lost In Mandala Incessant Rain Studios has collaborated with NIMB Ace Capital to present Lost In Mandala, a historic cinematic project billed as Nepal’s first animated feature film designed specifically for the global market.
Nepal 391 govt buildings in Dhankuta, many underutilised or deteriorating Three government offices in Dhankuta are continuing to operate from rented buildings despite the availability of several vacant government-owned premises, raising concerns over unnecessary public spending and poor utilisation of state assets.
Kathmandu Lawmakers stresses that legislation is essential to address digital violence against women and girls Lawmakers and civil society members have said that there is a need for enacting a new law to hold social media platforms accountable, taking into consideration relevant international treaties and agreements.
Business Gold price drops Rs 1,000 per tola; silver edges up Gold price continued to decline in the domestic market on Wednesday, with the price of fine gold falling by Rs 1,000 per tola, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers' Association.
Kathmandu India, Nepal inaugurate restored Gusthal Mahavihar in Patan India and Nepal on Tuesday jointly inaugurated the restored Gusthal Mahavihar and Agam of Prathamshree Mahavihar in Guita Tole, Patan, a cultural heritage project rebuilt under India's post-earthquake reconstruction assistance.
Opinion 43rd B P Memorial Day: Literary contribution superseding the political Bishweswor Prasad Koirala's (BP) Memorial Day was observed last week throughout the country highlighting his multi-faceted contribution to Nepali society.
Photo Gallery In pictures: Devotees mark Dipankara Buddha procession in Kathmandu Devotees carry a centuries-old Buddhist idol towards a prayer site to offer Panchadana and take part in the grand procession of Dipankara Buddha in Kathmandu, Nepal, on Wednesday, July 29, 2026.
Nepal Nepal's tiger population climbs to 429, nearly quadrupling since 2010 Nepal's wild tiger population has climbed to an estimated 429, up from 355 in 2022 and nearly four times the 121 recorded in 2010, the government announced on Wednesday as the country marked the 17th Global Tiger Day.