HPTRI evaluation report highlights gains in hygiene, immunization coverage HPTRI evaluation report highlights gains in hygiene, immunization coverage The government on Wednesday unveiled the federal-level evaluation report of the Hygiene Promotion through Routine Immunization (HPTRI) programme, showing significant improvements in hygiene practices and immunization coverage across the country. The government on Wednesday unveiled the federal-level evaluation report of the Hygiene Promotion through Routine Immunization (HPTRI) programme, showing significant improvements in hygiene practices and immunization coverage across the country. Health 25 Mar, 2026
Experts call for 'One Health' approach to address health challenges Experts call for 'One Health' approach to address health challenges As Nepal is undergoing a major shift in public health, experts have called for adopting a ‘One Health’ approach as an integrated strategy linking human, animal, and environmental health to tackle the country’s evolving public health challenges. As Nepal is undergoing a major shift in public health, experts have called for adopting a ‘One Health’ approach as an integrated strategy linking human, animal, and environmental health to tackle the country’s evolving public health challenges. Health 25 Mar, 2026
Bird flu detected in five poultry farms in Morang Bird flu detected in five poultry farms in Morang Bird flu has been detected in five poultry farms in Morang district, raising concerns over its spread in commercial poultry. Bird flu has been detected in five poultry farms in Morang district, raising concerns over its spread in commercial poultry. Health 25 Mar, 2026
World TB Day being observed with renewed push to end disease World TB Day being observed with renewed push to end disease World Tuberculosis (TB) Day is being observed in Nepal and across the globe today with awareness programmes and renewed commitments to eliminate the disease. World Tuberculosis (TB) Day is being observed in Nepal and across the globe today with awareness programmes and renewed commitments to eliminate the disease. Health 24 Mar, 2026
Health authorities step up response to measles outbreak in Baglung Health authorities step up response to measles outbreak in Baglung Health authorities have intensified response measures following a measles outbreak in Dhorpatan Municipality of Baglung district, with confirmed cases reported in the area. Health authorities have intensified response measures following a measles outbreak in Dhorpatan Municipality of Baglung district, with confirmed cases reported in the area. Health 15 Mar, 2026
Kolti Hospital in Bajura sees improved services, infrastructure Kolti Hospital in Bajura sees improved services, infrastructure Health services at Kolti Basic Hospital in Bajura have improved significantly in recent years, with better infrastructure, equipment management, and availability of health workers making medical care more accessible for local residents. Health services at Kolti Basic Hospital in Bajura have improved significantly in recent years, with better infrastructure, equipment management, and availability of health workers making medical care more accessible for local residents. Health 15 Mar, 2026
4,617 people administered vaccination against measles in Dhorpatan 4,617 people administered vaccination against measles in Dhorpatan Vaccinations against measles have been administered in Dhorpatan Municipality, Baglung. bAG Vaccinations against measles have been administered in Dhorpatan Municipality, Baglung. bAG Health 14 Mar, 2026
Measles detected in Dhorpatan Municipality, Health Ministry preparing for vaccination Measles detected in Dhorpatan Municipality, Health Ministry preparing for vaccination Cases of measles have been detected in Dhorpatan Municipality of Baglung district. Cases of measles have been detected in Dhorpatan Municipality of Baglung district. Health 10 Mar, 2026
Bir Hospital forms rapid taskforce Bir Hospital forms rapid taskforce The National Academy of Medical Sciences (NAMS-Bir Hospital) has formed a rapid response team also comprising medical specialists in view of the voting under the House of Representatives (HoR) polls taking place on March 5. The National Academy of Medical Sciences (NAMS-Bir Hospital) has formed a rapid response team also comprising medical specialists in view of the voting under the House of Representatives (HoR) polls taking place on March 5. Health 03 Mar, 2026
WHO hands over medical gas analyzers to strengthen Nepal's oxygen quality assurance WHO hands over medical gas analyzers to strengthen Nepal's oxygen quality assurance The World Health Organization (WHO) has handed over two medical gas analyzers to the Ministry of Health and Population (MoHP), marking a milestone in advancing Nepal’s National Oxygen Roadmap. The World Health Organization (WHO) has handed over two medical gas analyzers to the Ministry of Health and Population (MoHP), marking a milestone in advancing Nepal’s National Oxygen Roadmap. Health 19 Feb, 2026
Rights acitivists urge full decriminalisation of abortion Rights acitivists urge full decriminalisation of abortion Shradha Adhikari, who is a nurse with Sunaulo Parivar Nepal clinic in Kathmandu that provides reproductive health services, including safe abortion, feels pride for having an opportunity to providing safe abortion services to women and girls who would otherwise have opted for unsafe practices leading to risk of her life. Shradha Adhikari, who is a nurse with Sunaulo Parivar Nepal clinic in Kathmandu that provides reproductive health services, including safe abortion, feels pride for having an opportunity to providing safe abortion services to women and girls who would otherwise have opted for unsafe practices leading to risk of her life. Health 17 Feb, 2026
Mental health concerns rise among Nepali workers in UAE, doctors tell embassy Mental health concerns rise among Nepali workers in UAE, doctors tell embassy Nepali doctors working in the United Arab Emirates have raised concerns over growing mental health issues among Nepali migrant workers, describing stress and depression as more prevalent than many physical illnesses. Nepali doctors working in the United Arab Emirates have raised concerns over growing mental health issues among Nepali migrant workers, describing stress and depression as more prevalent than many physical illnesses. Health 16 Feb, 2026
Health Minister Gautam inspects key medical institutions in Sudurpaschim Health Minister Gautam inspects key medical institutions in Sudurpaschim Minister for Health and Population Dr Sudha Sharma has conducted special monitoring and inspection of major health institutions in Sudurpaschim Province, including Shaheed Dasharath Chand University of Health Sciences, Geta Medical College, and Seti Provincial Hospital in Kailali. Minister for Health and Population Dr Sudha Sharma has conducted special monitoring and inspection of major health institutions in Sudurpaschim Province, including Shaheed Dasharath Chand University of Health Sciences, Geta Medical College, and Seti Provincial Hospital in Kailali. Health 08 Feb, 2026
Nationwide HPV vaccination drive for girls begins Nationwide HPV vaccination drive for girls begins The Ministry of Health and Population has launched a nationwide Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination campaign for girls from today, aiming to prevent cervical cancer. The Ministry of Health and Population has launched a nationwide Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination campaign for girls from today, aiming to prevent cervical cancer. Health 08 Feb, 2026
HPV vaccination campaign goes digital with health–education collaboration HPV vaccination campaign goes digital with health–education collaboration The Ministry of Health and Population has launched a nationwide Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination campaign against cervical cancer, alongside a new digital system to securely record vaccination data through collaboration between the health and education sectors. The Ministry of Health and Population has launched a nationwide Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination campaign against cervical cancer, alongside a new digital system to securely record vaccination data through collaboration between the health and education sectors. Health 06 Feb, 2026
HPV vaccination campaign against cervical cancer begins nationwide HPV vaccination campaign against cervical cancer begins nationwide The Child Health and Immunization Service Section under the Family Welfare Division of the Ministry of Health and Population has announced the launch of a nationwide Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination campaign to prevent cervical cancer. The Child Health and Immunization Service Section under the Family Welfare Division of the Ministry of Health and Population has announced the launch of a nationwide Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination campaign to prevent cervical cancer. Health 04 Feb, 2026
Health Insurance Board clarifies OPD limit, total coverage unchanged Health Insurance Board clarifies OPD limit, total coverage unchanged The Health Insurance Board has clarified that the total coverage under the health insurance program for families of up to five members remains unchanged, amid circulating claims that the maximum annual treatment limit has been reduced to Rs 100,000. The Health Insurance Board has clarified that the total coverage under the health insurance program for families of up to five members remains unchanged, amid circulating claims that the maximum annual treatment limit has been reduced to Rs 100,000. Health 03 Feb, 2026
No Nipah case in Nepal, Health Ministry adopts high vigilance No Nipah case in Nepal, Health Ministry adopts high vigilance Nepal has not recorded any case of Nipah virus infection so far, but the government has placed the country on high public health alert following confirmed cases in neighbouring India and heightened regional surveillance, the Ministry of Health and Population (MoHP) said on Monday. Nepal has not recorded any case of Nipah virus infection so far, but the government has placed the country on high public health alert following confirmed cases in neighbouring India and heightened regional surveillance, the Ministry of Health and Population (MoHP) said on Monday. Health 03 Feb, 2026
Govt raises Nipah Virus alert across Nepal borders Govt raises Nipah Virus alert across Nepal borders The virus spreads through pigs, bats, and infected humans. The virus spreads through pigs, bats, and infected humans. Health 22 Jan, 2026
'Collective effort must to ensure mental health-friendly environment' 'Collective effort must to ensure mental health-friendly environment' Mental hygiene is equally important as personal hygiene. Extremely low government investment in mental health has been the bugbear of the country, the fact notwithstanding that mental health awareness has gained significant traction in the country in recent times. Mental hygiene is equally important as personal hygiene. Extremely low government investment in mental health has been the bugbear of the country, the fact notwithstanding that mental health awareness has gained significant traction in the country in recent times. Health 20 Jan, 2026
Kathmandu SC issues show-cause order over Oli's arrest The Supreme Court (SC) has issued a show-cause order to the government over the arrest of former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli.
Business FM Wagle vows to remove administrative hurdles, curb corruption Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle has pledged to eliminate administrative and legal barriers and curb corruption to support private sector growth.
Nepal High alert against bird flu in Kavrepalanchowk Kavrepalanchowk and adjoining district Sindhupalchowk have been placed on high-alert due to risk of bird flu outbreak.
Nepal Good Governance Blueprint proposes governance shake up, termination of some public entities The Good Governance Blueprint, 2082 BS unveiled by the government to reform public administration proposes scrapping around a dozen public entities, while merging some and transferring others to province and local levels as part of a governance shake up.
Business NEPSE extends losses, falls 47 points; turnover declines The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) extended its losing streak on Monday, dropping by 47.71 points or 1.65 percent to close at 2,831.39 points. The benchmark index had already declined by 71 points on Sunday.
Nepal Police seize illegally imported broiler chickens in Rautahat Police have seized a vehicle carrying illegally imported broiler chickens in Durga Bhagwati Rural Municipality of Rautahat.
Kathmandu Cabinet meeting scheduled for today A Cabinet meeting is scheduled to be held at 4:00 pm today, according to Government Spokesperson and Minister for Education, Science and Technology Sasmit Pokharel.
Kathmandu Labour Ministry moves to implement reform agenda; token system scrapped The Ministry of Labour, Employment and Social Security has initiated steps to implement its components of the government’s recently approved 100-point governance reform agenda.
Business Gold price drops Rs 2,500 per tola; silver also declines Gold price declined by Rs 2,500 per tola in the domestic market on Monday, a day after a sharp rise.
