Vitamin A, Deworming drive begins nationwide from today Vitamin A, Deworming drive begins nationwide from today The government has launched a nationwide campaign to administer Vitamin A supplements and deworming medicine to children starting Sunday. The government has launched a nationwide campaign to administer Vitamin A supplements and deworming medicine to children starting Sunday. Health 17 h ago
Nepal Medical Council warns doctors against prescribing medication, sharing health advice on social media Nepal Medical Council warns doctors against prescribing medication, sharing health... The Nepal Medical Council has warned doctors and health workers against sharing patient-related video content, prescribing medication, or providing health advice through social media platforms including TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook without proper clinical examination. The Nepal Medical Council has warned doctors and health workers against sharing patient-related video content, prescribing medication, or providing health advice through social media platforms including TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook without proper clinical examination. Health 1d ago
Health Ministry directs hospitals to maintain 24-hour emergency services through Saturday-Sunday holidays Health Ministry directs hospitals to maintain 24-hour emergency services through... The Ministry of Health and Population has directed all hospitals to ensure uninterrupted patient care and round-the-clock emergency services through the newly introduced two-day weekend holiday, while keeping patient welfare and staff morale in mind. The Ministry of Health and Population has directed all hospitals to ensure uninterrupted patient care and round-the-clock emergency services through the newly introduced two-day weekend holiday, while keeping patient welfare and staff morale in mind. Health 2d ago
How to spot and help someone in a mental health crisis How to spot and help someone in a mental health crisis Mental health crises are complex, experts say, and it is critical to understand cultural stigmas and other barriers that might be at play in starting a conversation. Mental health crises are complex, experts say, and it is critical to understand cultural stigmas and other barriers that might be at play in starting a conversation. Health 13 Apr, 2026
Govt clarifies special scholarship decision for MBBS admission of Gen Z Shah Govt clarifies special scholarship decision for MBBS admission of Gen Z Shah The Ministry of Education, Science and Technology has said that the matter of granting an opportunity for free medical education (MBBS) to Ekata Shah, an injured person of the Gen Z movement, is not beyond the law. The Ministry of Education, Science and Technology has said that the matter of granting an opportunity for free medical education (MBBS) to Ekata Shah, an injured person of the Gen Z movement, is not beyond the law. Health 12 Apr, 2026
Running OPD services on Sundays without proper manpower planning not feasible, says NMA Running OPD services on Sundays without proper manpower planning not feasible, says... The Nepal Medical Association (NMA) has raised serious objections to a Ministry of Health and Population directive requiring hospitals to maintain OPD services on Sundays The Nepal Medical Association (NMA) has raised serious objections to a Ministry of Health and Population directive requiring hospitals to maintain OPD services on Sundays Health 12 Apr, 2026
Hospitals told to ensure uninterrupted services amid two-day weekend Hospitals told to ensure uninterrupted services amid two-day weekend The government has directed all health institutions to make alternative arrangements to ensure uninterrupted and effective service delivery following the implementation of a two-day weekend. The government has directed all health institutions to make alternative arrangements to ensure uninterrupted and effective service delivery following the implementation of a two-day weekend. Health 10 Apr, 2026
Health insurance scheme faces Rs 25.26bn deficit despite rapid growth Health insurance scheme faces Rs 25.26bn deficit despite rapid growth Nepal's national health insurance programme has grown 178-fold in eight years, enrolling nearly 9.8 million people across all 77 districts since its launch in 2072 BS — but only 60% of those are currently active members, and the Health Insurance Board is now confronting a projected funding shortfall of Rs 25.26 billion in the upcoming fiscal year. Nepal's national health insurance programme has grown 178-fold in eight years, enrolling nearly 9.8 million people across all 77 districts since its launch in 2072 BS — but only 60% of those are currently active members, and the Health Insurance Board is now confronting a projected funding shortfall of Rs 25.26 billion in the upcoming fiscal year. Health 10 Apr, 2026
Bird flu detected at 23 locations in a month; over 100,000 birds culled Bird flu detected at 23 locations in a month; over 100,000 birds culled Bird flu has been reported at 23 locations across the country in the month of Chaitra alone, marking the first outbreak this year, officials said. Bird flu has been reported at 23 locations across the country in the month of Chaitra alone, marking the first outbreak this year, officials said. Health 06 Apr, 2026
Portugal to open consular office in Kathmandu Portugal to open consular office in Kathmandu The Portugal government has announced plans to establish a consular office in Kathmandu, aiming to strengthen bilateral ties and improve service access for Nepali nationals. The Portugal government has announced plans to establish a consular office in Kathmandu, aiming to strengthen bilateral ties and improve service access for Nepali nationals. Health 04 Apr, 2026
Health Ministry directs private colleges to implement minimum wage agreement Health Ministry directs private colleges to implement minimum wage agreement The Ministry of Health and Population has instructed private medical and dental colleges to implement the November 1, 2025 agreement ensuring minimum wages and benefits for health workers. The Ministry of Health and Population has instructed private medical and dental colleges to implement the November 1, 2025 agreement ensuring minimum wages and benefits for health workers. Health 04 Apr, 2026
Health Ministry rolls out free treatment listings, burn wards and air ambulance standby in reform push Health Ministry rolls out free treatment listings, burn wards and air ambulance... The Ministry of Health and Population has released a progress update on health sector reforms under the government's 100-point governance agenda, reporting advances across free treatment access, hospital service quality, burn care facilities, air ambulance preparedness, and a new public grievance system. The Ministry of Health and Population has released a progress update on health sector reforms under the government's 100-point governance agenda, reporting advances across free treatment access, hospital service quality, burn care facilities, air ambulance preparedness, and a new public grievance system. Health 03 Apr, 2026
Health Ministry recalls seven more doctors from deputation Health Ministry recalls seven more doctors from deputation The Ministry of Health and Population has recalled seven more senior health service officers from deputation (Kaaj) to their original postings, following a decision taken on March 31. The Ministry of Health and Population has recalled seven more senior health service officers from deputation (Kaaj) to their original postings, following a decision taken on March 31. Health 01 Apr, 2026
Bird flu spreads in Sunsari; 19,000 poultry culled Bird flu spreads in Sunsari; 19,000 poultry culled Bird flu infection has been detected in poultry farms across various local levels in Sunsari district, prompting authorities to cull thousands of birds as a containment measure. Bird flu infection has been detected in poultry farms across various local levels in Sunsari district, prompting authorities to cull thousands of birds as a containment measure. Health 01 Apr, 2026
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
Sports Sociedad beats Atletico on penalties to win Copa del Rey. American coach Matarazzo lifts 1st title Atletico will now turn its focus to the Champions League semifinal against Arsenal staring later this month.
Sports Nepal defeats Italy to register first win in ICC Women's T20 Challenge Trophy Nepal has secured its first win in the ICC Women's Twenty20 Challenge Trophy, defeating Italy by 50 runs in a match played at the Rwanda Cricket Stadium in Rwanda today.
Sports Rinku Singh comes to the rescue as Kolkata beats Rajasthan by 4 wickets for its first IPL win In Sunday’s evening game, IPL leader Punjab Kings hosted Lucknow Super Giants in New Chandigarh.
World Trump says US negotiators will head to Pakistan on Monday for talks with Iran Iranian officials earlier on Sunday held firm that ships wouldn't pass while the U.S. blockade remained in effect.
Business Processed fuels cost more than crude oil: NOC According to data cited by the NOC, as of April 16, 2026, the price of crude oil stood at 99.6 US dollars per barrel, while petrol was priced at 139.3 US dollars and diesel at 228.1 US dollars.
Business Ncell launches 'Pahilo SIM' offer for SEE students Ncell has introduced a special ‘Pahilo SIM’ package targeting students who have appeared in the Secondary Education Examination (SEE), offering bundled telecom, learning and gaming services at a subsidised rate.
Nepal Demolition drive targets encroached structures along Birgunj's main road The Road Division Office, Hetauda, launched a demolition drive in Birgunj early Sunday morning, pulling down structures built in encroachment of the main road under the Tribhuvan Highway.
Nepal Verify social media information before sharing: Minister Timilsina Minister for Communications and Information Technology Bikram Timilsina has urged the public to verify information circulating on social media, stating that not all content shared online is accurate or authentic.
World Iran doubles down on closing the Strait of Hormuz as the ceasefire inches toward expiration Iran doubled down on its pledge to restrict ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz as long as the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports remains in place, as mediators scrambled to secure further talks before the ceasefire expires this week.
