Over 2,800 pigs die due to swine fever Over 2,800 pigs die due to swine fever Over 2,800 pigs have died in the district due to African swine fever, incurring a loss of over Rs 62 million, said the Veterinary Hospital and Livestock Services Expert Centre, Bharatpur. Over 2,800 pigs have died in the district due to African swine fever, incurring a loss of over Rs 62 million, said the Veterinary Hospital and Livestock Services Expert Centre, Bharatpur. Health 27 Feb, 2023
Bivalent vaccine arrives in Nepal Bivalent vaccine arrives in Nepal Three hundred forty-five thousand doses of Bivalent, the new vaccine produced by Pfizer have entered Nepal. Three hundred forty-five thousand doses of Bivalent, the new vaccine produced by Pfizer have entered Nepal. Health 13 Feb, 2023
Manage COVID-19 booster dose, says health minister Manage COVID-19 booster dose, says health minister Minister for Health and Population Padam Giri has directed the authorities concerned to manage booster doses of COVID-19 vaccines in view of the continued threat of the disease. Minister for Health and Population Padam Giri has directed the authorities concerned to manage booster doses of COVID-19 vaccines in view of the continued threat of the disease. Health 03 Feb, 2023
MoHP urges people to wear mask in public places MoHP urges people to wear mask in public places The Ministry of Health and Population has appealed to all to wear a face mask while in public places. The Ministry of Health and Population has appealed to all to wear a face mask while in public places. Health 25 Dec, 2022
No new variant of virus recorded: Health ministry No new variant of virus recorded: Health ministry The government has made it clear that no new variant of coronavirus that has been spreading in the neighbouring countries was found in Nepal. The government has made it clear that no new variant of coronavirus that has been spreading in the neighbouring countries was found in Nepal. Health 23 Dec, 2022
Mechanisms needed to ensure reproductive health rights Mechanisms needed to ensure reproductive health rights Reproductive health rights activists have said the government needs to have more legal, institutional, financial, and procedural arrangements in place to ensure women and sexual and gender minorities’ reproductive health rights. Reproductive health rights activists have said the government needs to have more legal, institutional, financial, and procedural arrangements in place to ensure women and sexual and gender minorities’ reproductive health rights. Health 09 Dec, 2022
Dengue cases cross 2,000 in Chitwan Dengue cases cross 2,000 in Chitwan The number of dengue infection cases has crossed 2,000 in Chitwan, the District Health Office Chitwan said. The number of dengue infection cases has crossed 2,000 in Chitwan, the District Health Office Chitwan said. Health 28 Oct, 2022
Bagmati province reports over 27,000 dengue cases Bagmati province reports over 27,000 dengue cases Twenty-seven thousand 750 people have been infected with dengue in Bagmati province since July 17 till date, the Bagmati Province Health Directorate said. Twenty-seven thousand 750 people have been infected with dengue in Bagmati province since July 17 till date, the Bagmati Province Health Directorate said. Health 12 Oct, 2022
Chitwan reports 230 cases of scrub typhus Chitwan reports 230 cases of scrub typhus Various hospitals in Chitwan district report 230 cases of scrub typhus. Health Office, Chitwan said of the infected, 108 are from the district while the remaining are from outside Chitwan. Various hospitals in Chitwan district report 230 cases of scrub typhus. Health Office, Chitwan said of the infected, 108 are from the district while the remaining are from outside Chitwan. Health 10 Oct, 2022
39 new COVID cases detected in a day 39 new COVID cases detected in a day Health authorities diagnosed a total of 39 COVID patients in the last 24 hours, including 19 cases in Kathmandu valley. Health authorities diagnosed a total of 39 COVID patients in the last 24 hours, including 19 cases in Kathmandu valley. Health 22 Sep, 2022
Dengue: A public health concern Dengue: A public health concern Dengue, the most common arbovirus infection worldwide, has become serious public health concern. As of today the geographic distribution of dengue has crossed more than 100 countries. Dengue, the most common arbovirus infection worldwide, has become serious public health concern. As of today the geographic distribution of dengue has crossed more than 100 countries. Health 10 Sep, 2022
Polio detected in NYC's sewage, suggesting virus circulating Polio detected in NYC's sewage, suggesting virus circulating The virus that causes polio has been found in New York City's wastewater in another sign that the disease, which hadn't been seen in the U.S. in a decade, is quietly spreading among unvaccinated people, health officials said Friday. The virus that causes polio has been found in New York City's wastewater in another sign that the disease, which hadn't been seen in the U.S. in a decade, is quietly spreading among unvaccinated people, health officials said Friday. Health 13 Aug, 2022
New coronavirus mutant raises concerns in India and beyond New coronavirus mutant raises concerns in India and beyond The quickly changing coronavirus has spawned yet another super contagious omicron mutant that's worrying scientists as it gains ground in India and pops up in numerous other countries, including the United States. The quickly changing coronavirus has spawned yet another super contagious omicron mutant that's worrying scientists as it gains ground in India and pops up in numerous other countries, including the United States. Health 11 Jul, 2022
Monkeypox cases triple in Europe, WHO says, Africa concerned Monkeypox cases triple in Europe, WHO says, Africa concerned The World Health Organization's Europe chief warned Friday that monkeypox cases in the region have tripled in the last two weeks and urged countries to do more to ensure the previously rare disease does not become entrenched on the continent. The World Health Organization's Europe chief warned Friday that monkeypox cases in the region have tripled in the last two weeks and urged countries to do more to ensure the previously rare disease does not become entrenched on the continent. Health 02 Jul, 2022
Monkeypox not a global emergency 'at this stage': WHO panel Monkeypox not a global emergency 'at this stage': WHO panel The World Health Organization said the escalating monkeypox outbreak in more than 50 countries should be closely monitored but does not warrant being declared a global health emergency. The World Health Organization said the escalating monkeypox outbreak in more than 50 countries should be closely monitored but does not warrant being declared a global health emergency. Health 26 Jun, 2022
India reports highest coronavirus daily cases since March 2 India reports highest coronavirus daily cases since March 2 India reported 7,240 new coronavirus infections in the last 24 hours, the health ministry said on Thursday, its highest number of daily cases since March 2. India reported 7,240 new coronavirus infections in the last 24 hours, the health ministry said on Thursday, its highest number of daily cases since March 2. Health 09 Jun, 2022
Food shortages are next global health crisis: expert Food shortages are next global health crisis: expert Growing food shortages may represent the same health threat to the world as the COVID-19 pandemic, a leading global health figure has warned. Growing food shortages may represent the same health threat to the world as the COVID-19 pandemic, a leading global health figure has warned. Health 08 Jun, 2022
Melatonin poisoning reports are up in kids, study says Melatonin poisoning reports are up in kids, study says Researchers are drawing attention to a rise in poisonings in children involving the sleep aid melatonin — including a big jump during the pandemic. Researchers are drawing attention to a rise in poisonings in children involving the sleep aid melatonin — including a big jump during the pandemic. Health 03 Jun, 2022
Rapid rise in Mumbai pushes India's COVID numbers to month high Rapid rise in Mumbai pushes India's COVID numbers to month high India's health ministry reported 3,712 new coronavirus infections for the past twenty four hours on Thursday, the highest in nearly a month, driven up by a record number cases recorded in the financial capital, Mumbai. India's health ministry reported 3,712 new coronavirus infections for the past twenty four hours on Thursday, the highest in nearly a month, driven up by a record number cases recorded in the financial capital, Mumbai. Health 02 Jun, 2022
Health agency confirms community spread of monkeypox in England Health agency confirms community spread of monkeypox in England Monkeypox appears to be spreading from person to person in England, the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) said on Wednesday. Monkeypox appears to be spreading from person to person in England, the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) said on Wednesday. Health 02 Jun, 2022
Environment SPCC, CBCF strengthen partnership under the "Everest 1° initiative" to advance sustainable waste management and climate action in the Everest region On the occasion of World Environment Day 2026, the Sagarmatha Pollution Control Committee (SPCC) and the Cimex BYD Charity Foundation (CBCF) reaffirm their commitment to protecting the fragile Himalayan ecosystem through the "Everest 1° Initiative"—a long-term environmental program focused on sustainable waste management, climate resilience, clean energy, and environmental stewardship in the Everest region.
Nepal Govt forms probe panel to investigate seizure of 779 EVs The government has formed a joint investigation committee to probe the seizure of 779 electric vehicles imported through the Korala border in Mustang on suspicion of revenue evasion.
Business Thailand Tourism Authority promotes new destinations in Nepal market The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), New Delhi, organized an Amazing Thailand Product Presentation in Kathmandu on Monday, highlighting new tourism products, emerging destinations and promotional campaigns aimed at attracting more Nepali travellers.
Business MetLife Nepal launches football-based education initiative in Kaski schools MetLife Nepal has launched a sports-and-education initiative in Kaski district, distributing football kits and training equipment to public schools to promote youth development through sport.
Nepal Over 6,700 govt employees found late in office checks: NVC The National Vigilance Centre (NVC) has found more than 6,700 government employees failing to report to office on time during nationwide surprise inspections.
Environment World Environment Day marked with call for climate-resilient, green development World Environment Day 2026 is being observed across the country today with the theme “Foundation for a Prosperous Future: Climate and Nature-Friendly Development,” highlighting urgent action on climate change and environmental protection.
Business Himalayan Travel Mart 2026 concludes, strengthens Nepal's global tourism footprint The 6th edition of the Himalayan Travel Mart (HTM 2026) concluded in Kathmandu on Thursday with strong international participation and renewed commitments to position Nepal as a global tourism hub under the theme “New Frontiers in Tourism.”
Business Gold, silver prices decline in domestic market The price of gold has decreased by Rs 2,100 per tola in the domestic market on Friday, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association.
Nepal RSP Chair Lamichhane meets US Envoy Sergio Gor in New Delhi Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) Chair Rabi Lamichhane, who is on a five-day visit to India, held talks with Sergio Gor in New Delhi on Thursday.
