Winter brings sharp rise in respiratory infections Winter brings sharp rise in respiratory infections As winter deepens across Nepal, doctors are reporting an increase in respiratory illnesses ranging from common colds and flu-like infections to more serious conditions such as pneumonia and acute respiratory infections. As winter deepens across Nepal, doctors are reporting an increase in respiratory illnesses ranging from common colds and flu-like infections to more serious conditions such as pneumonia and acute respiratory infections. Health 06 Jan, 2026
Seasonal flu cases rise across Koshi Province as temperatures drop Seasonal flu cases rise across Koshi Province as temperatures drop The number of people suffering from seasonal influenza and cold-related illnesses has increased across districts of Koshi Province, doctors said, attributing the rise to falling temperatures. The number of people suffering from seasonal influenza and cold-related illnesses has increased across districts of Koshi Province, doctors said, attributing the rise to falling temperatures. Health 05 Jan, 2026
Nepal launches community disease surveillance system to catch outbreaks early Nepal launches community disease surveillance system to catch outbreaks early When unusual illnesses strike a village, it's often teachers who notice students falling sick in clusters. When livestock die unexpectedly, community health volunteers hear about it first. When unusual illnesses strike a village, it's often teachers who notice students falling sick in clusters. When livestock die unexpectedly, community health volunteers hear about it first. Health 04 Jan, 2026
DDA recalls Levoflox-500 tablets over quality concerns DDA recalls Levoflox-500 tablets over quality concerns The Department of Drug Administration (DDA) has ordered the recall of a batch of the antibiotic Levoflox-500 tablets after laboratory tests found the drug failed to meet quality standards. The Department of Drug Administration (DDA) has ordered the recall of a batch of the antibiotic Levoflox-500 tablets after laboratory tests found the drug failed to meet quality standards. Health 02 Jan, 2026
Kathmandu Institute of Child Health led by Dr Koirala comes into operation Kathmandu Institute of Child Health led by Dr Koirala comes into operation A multi-specialty children’s hospital led by senior cardiologist Dr Bhagwan Koirala has officially come into operation in Kathmandu, marking a significant step toward strengthening paediatric healthcare services in Nepal. A multi-specialty children’s hospital led by senior cardiologist Dr Bhagwan Koirala has officially come into operation in Kathmandu, marking a significant step toward strengthening paediatric healthcare services in Nepal. Health 30 Dec, 2025
Non-communicable diseases account for 71% of patients, health officials warn Non-communicable diseases account for 71% of patients, health officials warn Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) now account for 71 percent of patients in Nepal, health officials said on Friday, underscoring a growing public health crisis driven by poor lifestyle choices, environmental pollution and weak preventive systems. Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) now account for 71 percent of patients in Nepal, health officials said on Friday, underscoring a growing public health crisis driven by poor lifestyle choices, environmental pollution and weak preventive systems. Health 28 Dec, 2025
Senior citizens-friendly service delivery is present need: Minister Shrestha 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. 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. Health 26 Dec, 2025
Health Ministry warns ambulance operators against diverting patients for profit Health Ministry warns ambulance operators against diverting patients for profit The Ministry of Health and Population has issued a stern warning to ambulance operators and drivers, cautioning them against diverting patients to private or costly hospitals for financial gain in violation of government regulations. The Ministry of Health and Population has issued a stern warning to ambulance operators and drivers, cautioning them against diverting patients to private or costly hospitals for financial gain in violation of government regulations. Health 25 Dec, 2025
Kathmandu Declaration calls for stronger health financing, evidence-based policy to advance UHC Kathmandu Declaration calls for stronger health financing, evidence-based policy to... Issuing a joint declaration, participants of a conference on health economics called for stronger investment in health, better use of evidence in policymaking, and improved financial protection for households. Issuing a joint declaration, participants of a conference on health economics called for stronger investment in health, better use of evidence in policymaking, and improved financial protection for households. Health 14 Dec, 2025
Int'l Health Economics Conference starts with call for smarter health spending, stronger system Int'l Health Economics Conference starts with call for smarter health spending,... Stressing that healthy people are the foundation of economic growth and essential for achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC), the finance and health ministers today called for smarter allocation and stronger systems to ensure better value for every rupee spent in the health sector. Stressing that healthy people are the foundation of economic growth and essential for achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC), the finance and health ministers today called for smarter allocation and stronger systems to ensure better value for every rupee spent in the health sector. Health 12 Dec, 2025
Health ministry urges public to take precautions as winter flu cases rise Health ministry urges public to take precautions as winter flu cases rise The Ministry of Health and Population has urged the public to remain vigilant against seasonal influenza as flu cases typically rise with dropping temperatures. The Ministry of Health and Population has urged the public to remain vigilant against seasonal influenza as flu cases typically rise with dropping temperatures. Health 04 Dec, 2025
World AIDS Day being marked today World AIDS Day being marked today The world, including Nepal, is observing World AIDS Day today under the theme “Overcoming disruption, transforming the AIDS response,” a call for stronger political leadership, international cooperation and human-rights-based approaches to eliminate AIDS by 2030. The world, including Nepal, is observing World AIDS Day today under the theme “Overcoming disruption, transforming the AIDS response,” a call for stronger political leadership, international cooperation and human-rights-based approaches to eliminate AIDS by 2030. Health 01 Dec, 2025
Only 77pc of people living with HIV in Nepal are on treatment Only 77pc of people living with HIV in Nepal are on treatment New data released by the National AIDS and STD Control Centre on the eve of World AIDS Day shows that only 77 percent of Nepal’s estimated People Living with HIV (PLHIV) are receiving antiretroviral (ARV) treatment. New data released by the National AIDS and STD Control Centre on the eve of World AIDS Day shows that only 77 percent of Nepal’s estimated People Living with HIV (PLHIV) are receiving antiretroviral (ARV) treatment. Health 30 Nov, 2025
Cholera vaccination coverage reaches 90 per cent in Bara and Parsa Cholera vaccination coverage reaches 90 per cent in Bara and Parsa Around 90 per cent of the population in Bara and Parsa districts has received anti-cholera vaccination, marking the highest coverage achieved in the immunization campaign, according to the Department of Health Services. Around 90 per cent of the population in Bara and Parsa districts has received anti-cholera vaccination, marking the highest coverage achieved in the immunization campaign, according to the Department of Health Services. Health 23 Nov, 2025
Vitamin 'A', Deworming drive continues nationwide today Vitamin 'A', Deworming drive continues nationwide today The Department of Health Services’ Nutrition Branch has announced that the nationwide distribution of vitamin ‘A’ capsules and deworming tablets for children will continue today under the National Vitamin A Programme. The Department of Health Services’ Nutrition Branch has announced that the nationwide distribution of vitamin ‘A’ capsules and deworming tablets for children will continue today under the National Vitamin A Programme. Health 07 Nov, 2025
Health Ministry reassigns key division chiefs Health Ministry reassigns key division chiefs The Ministry of Health and Population has reassigned the responsibilities of several divisional heads in a bid to improve efficiency and coordination within the ministry. The Ministry of Health and Population has reassigned the responsibilities of several divisional heads in a bid to improve efficiency and coordination within the ministry. Health 05 Nov, 2025
Health Ministry urges hospitals to match pay, benefits with govt standards Health Ministry urges hospitals to match pay, benefits with govt standards The Ministry of Health and Population has directed all health institutions to align salaries, services, and facilities for health workers with government standards. The Ministry of Health and Population has directed all health institutions to align salaries, services, and facilities for health workers with government standards. Health 13 Oct, 2025
Japanese encephalitis claims 31 lives this year, highest toll in a decade 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. 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. Health 10 Oct, 2025
Japanese encephalitis death toll rises to six in Chitwan 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. The death toll from Japanese Encephalitis (JE) in Chitwan district has climbed to six since mid-July, according to the District Health Office. Health 08 Oct, 2025
Cholera outbreak in Birgunj persists; 240 infected so far Cholera outbreak in Birgunj persists; 240 infected so far Over a month after the first case appeared, health authorities have yet to identify the source of the cholera outbreak in Birgunj Metropolitan City, where the infection remains uncontrolled. Over a month after the first case appeared, health authorities have yet to identify the source of the cholera outbreak in Birgunj Metropolitan City, where the infection remains uncontrolled. Health 23 Sep, 2025
Kathmandu NC takes disciplinary action against its two general secretaries, joint general secretary The Nepali Congress (NC) has taken action against General Secretaries Gagan Kumar Thapa and Bishwo Prakash Sharma, as well as Joint General Secretary Farmulla Mansur, on the charge of violating party discipline.
Environment Aquatic bird numbers rise, species diversity falls in Pokhara Valley The latest census of aquatic birds in the wetlands and lakes of the Pokhara Valley has recorded an increase in overall bird numbers but a decline in species diversity, raising concerns among conservationists.
Business CIT posts over Rs 1.25 billion net profit in last fiscal year The Citizen Investment Trust (CIT) recorded a net profit of over Rs 1.25 billion after tax in the last fiscal year, officials said on Wednesday.
World The death toll from a crackdown on protests in Iran jumps to at least 2,571, activists say The death toll from nationwide protests in Iran has surpassed 2,500, activists said, as Iranians made phone calls abroad for the first time in days Tuesday after authorities severed communications during a crackdown on demonstrators.
Business Infinix launches XPAD 20 Pro tablet in Nepal Smartphone brand Infinix has expanded its product lineup in Nepal with the launch of the XPAD 20 Pro, a premium big-screen tablet aimed at users seeking a blend of productivity, entertainment, and smart learning.
Business AMDU appoints Laxmi Sunrise Capital as issue manager for IPO Annapurna Machha Dana Udyog Limited (AMDU), a leading agri-processing company in Nepal, has appointed Laxmi Sunrise Capital Limited as the issue and sales manager for its forthcoming Initial Public Offering (IPO), as the company advances towards public listing and the next phase of large-scale industrial expansion.
Sports Surya Nepal Eastern Open tees off in Dharan The second tournament of the Surya Nepal Golf Tour 2025–26, the Surya Nepal Eastern Open, is beginning today at the Dharan Golf Club, one of the premier golfing venues in Koshi Province.
Business Gold, silver prices hit fresh records Gold price in the domestic market continued its upward momentum on Wednesday, climbing by Rs 1,500 per tola to reach a new all-time high of Rs 278,000 per tola, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association.
Opinion SGC of the NC: Deuba should attend to avoid party's split The Special General Convention (SGC) of the Nepali Congress (NC) underway in the capital has virtually cast a spell on all the Nepalis...
