WHO tells rich countries: stop cutting the vaccines queue WHO tells rich countries: stop cutting the vaccines queue GENEVA: The head of the World Health Organization said on Friday there is a “clear problem” that low- and middle-income countries are not yet receiving supplies of... GENEVA: The head of the World Health Organization said on Friday there is a “clear problem” that low-... Environment 09 Jan, 2021
Virus can damage brain without infecting it; hair loss on rise among minorities during pandemic Virus can damage brain without infecting it; hair loss on rise among minorities... The following is a roundup of some of the latest scientific studies on the novel coronavirus and efforts to find treatments and vaccines for COVID-19, the illness caused by... The following is a roundup of some of the latest scientific studies on the novel coronavirus and efforts... Environment 07 Jan, 2021
EU commission greenlights Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine EU commission greenlights Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine AMSTERDAM: The European Union’s executive commission gave the green light Wednesday to Moderna Inc.’s COVID-19 vaccine, providing the 27-nation bloc with a second... AMSTERDAM: The European Union’s executive commission gave the green light Wednesday to Moderna Inc.’s... Environment 07 Jan, 2021
Fauci: US could soon give 1 million vaccinations a day Fauci: US could soon give 1 million vaccinations a day The US could soon be giving at least a million COVID-19 vaccinations a day despite the sluggish start, Dr. Anthony Fauci said Tuesday, even as he warned of a dangerous next... The US could soon be giving at least a million COVID-19 vaccinations a day despite the sluggish start,... Environment 06 Jan, 2021
Study says Britain must vaccinate two million a week to prevent a third COVID-19 wave Study says Britain must vaccinate two million a week to prevent a third COVID-19 wave Britain must vaccinate two million people a week to avoid a third wave of the coronavirus outbreak, a study by the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine (LSHTM)... Britain must vaccinate two million people a week to avoid a third wave of the coronavirus outbreak, a... Environment 29 Dec, 2020
Studies find having COVID-19 may protect against reinfection Studies find having COVID-19 may protect against reinfection Two new studies give encouraging evidence that having COVID-19 may offer some protection against future infections. Researchers found that people who made antibodies to the... Two new studies give encouraging evidence that having COVID-19 may offer some protection against future... Environment 24 Dec, 2020
Moderna expects its COVID-19 vaccine to protect against UK coronavirus variant Moderna expects its COVID-19 vaccine to protect against UK coronavirus variant Moderna Inc said on Wednesday it expects that the immunity induced by its COVID-19 vaccine would be protective against the coronavirus variants reported in the UK. The... Moderna Inc said on Wednesday it expects that the immunity induced by its COVID-19 vaccine would be... Environment 24 Dec, 2020
AstraZeneca says its vaccine should be effective against new coronavirus variant AstraZeneca says its vaccine should be effective against new coronavirus variant British drugmaker AstraZeneca Plc told Reuters on Tuesday its COVID-19 vaccine should be effective against the new coronavirus variant, adding that studies were under way... British drugmaker AstraZeneca Plc told Reuters on Tuesday its COVID-19 vaccine should be effective... Environment 23 Dec, 2020
First US shots in COVID-19 vaccine campaign coming Monday, Army general says First US shots in COVID-19 vaccine campaign coming Monday, Army general says The first shots in a massive US COVID-19 vaccine campaign will be administered as early as Monday, with Pfizer Inc and partners aiming to start shipments across the... The first shots in a massive US COVID-19 vaccine campaign will be administered as early as Monday, with... Environment 13 Dec, 2020
US FDA authorizes Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for emergency use US FDA authorizes Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for emergency use The US Food and Drug Administration said it authorized the use of Pfizer Inc’s COVID-19 vaccine on Friday, with the first inoculations expected within days, marking a... The US Food and Drug Administration said it authorized the use of Pfizer Inc’s COVID-19 vaccine on... Environment 12 Dec, 2020
Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine faces last hurdle before US decision Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine faces last hurdle before US decision WASHINGTON: Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine faces one final hurdle as it races to become the first shot greenlighted in the US: a panel of experts who will scrutinize the... WASHINGTON: Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine faces one final hurdle as it races to become the first shot... Environment 10 Dec, 2020
UAE says Chinese vaccine 86% effective, offers few details UAE says Chinese vaccine 86% effective, offers few details DUBAI: The United Arab Emirates said Wednesday a Chinese coronavirus vaccine tested in the federation of sheikhdoms is 86% effective, in a statement that provided few... DUBAI: The United Arab Emirates said Wednesday a Chinese coronavirus vaccine tested in the federation of... Environment 09 Dec, 2020
British grandma is first in world to get Pfizer vaccine outside trial British grandma is first in world to get Pfizer vaccine outside trial * 90-year-old grandmother gets Pfizer vaccine * Britain rolls out COVID vaccine, first in the West * 'I feel so privileged' says first vaccine recipient LONDON:... * 90-year-old grandmother gets Pfizer vaccine * Britain rolls out COVID vaccine, first in the... Environment 08 Dec, 2020
UK rolling out COVID-19 vaccine to public as world watches UK rolling out COVID-19 vaccine to public as world watches LONDON: UK health authorities are rolling out the first doses of a widely tested and independently reviewed COVID-19 vaccine, starting a global immunization program that is... LONDON: UK health authorities are rolling out the first doses of a widely tested and independently... Environment 08 Dec, 2020
Pfizer seeks emergency approval for COVID-19 vaccine in India, media say Pfizer seeks emergency approval for COVID-19 vaccine in India, media say NEW DELHI: Pfizer Inc has applied for emergency use authorisation of its coronavirus vaccine in India, media said on Sunday, the first to do so in a country with the... NEW DELHI: Pfizer Inc has applied for emergency use authorisation of its coronavirus vaccine in India,... Environment 06 Dec, 2020
EU eyes Dec 29 approval for 1st virus vaccine, later than US EU eyes Dec 29 approval for 1st virus vaccine, later than US BERLIN: The European Union drug agency said Tuesday it may need four more weeks to approve its first coronavirus vaccine, even as authorities in the United States and... BERLIN: The European Union drug agency said Tuesday it may need four more weeks to approve its first... Environment 02 Dec, 2020
UK stocks up on vaccines, hopes to start virus shots in days UK stocks up on vaccines, hopes to start virus shots in days LONDON: Britain said Sunday it has secured 2 million more doses of a promising coronavirus vaccine as it gears up to launch within days the country's most ambitious... LONDON: Britain said Sunday it has secured 2 million more doses of a promising coronavirus vaccine as it... Environment 30 Nov, 2020
Malaria death toll to exceed COVID-19's in sub-Saharan Africa: WHO Malaria death toll to exceed COVID-19's in sub-Saharan Africa: WHO LONDON: Deaths from malaria due to disruptions during the coronavirus pandemic to services designed to tackle the mosquito-borne disease will far exceed those killed by... LONDON: Deaths from malaria due to disruptions during the coronavirus pandemic to services designed to... Environment 30 Nov, 2020
Vaccine adherence in public depends on professional source: study Vaccine adherence in public depends on professional source: study KATHMANDU: People have a tendency not to believe in vaccines when they learn about them online or through friends, a research published in a journal - Expert Review of... KATHMANDU: People have a tendency not to believe in vaccines when they learn about them online or through... Environment 26 Nov, 2020
Childhood vaccine linked to less severe COVID-19, cigarette smoke raises risk Childhood vaccine linked to less severe COVID-19, cigarette smoke raises risk The following is a roundup of some of the latest scientific studies on the novel coronavirus and efforts to find treatments and vaccines for COVID-19, the illness caused by... The following is a roundup of some of the latest scientific studies on the novel coronavirus and efforts... Environment 21 Nov, 2020
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.
