Pfizer, BioNTech seek emergency use of COVID-19 shots in US Pfizer, BioNTech seek emergency use of COVID-19 shots in US Pfizer formally asked US regulators Friday to allow emergency use of its COVID-19 vaccine, starting the clock on a process that could bring limited first shots as early as... Pfizer formally asked US regulators Friday to allow emergency use of its COVID-19 vaccine, starting the... Environment 21 Nov, 2020
COVID-19 reinfection unlikely for at least 6 months, study finds COVID-19 reinfection unlikely for at least 6 months, study finds LONDON: People who've had COVID-19 are highly unlikely to contract it again for at least six months after their first infection, according to a British study of healthcare... LONDON: People who've had COVID-19 are highly unlikely to contract it again for at least six months after... Environment 20 Nov, 2020
Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine deliveries could start 'before Christmas' Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine deliveries could start 'before Christmas' Pfizer Inc and BioNTech could secure emergency U.S. and European authorization for their COVID-19 vaccine next month after final trial results showed it had a 95% success... Pfizer Inc and BioNTech could secure emergency U.S. and European authorization for their COVID-19... Environment 19 Nov, 2020
2nd virus vaccine shows striking success in US tests 2nd virus vaccine shows striking success in US tests A second experimental COVID-19 vaccine — this one from Moderna Inc. — yielded extraordinarily strong early results Monday, another badly needed dose of hope as the... A second experimental COVID-19 vaccine — this one from Moderna Inc. — yielded extraordinarily strong... Environment 17 Nov, 2020
Russia focuses on freeze-dried vaccine doses as transport fix Russia focuses on freeze-dried vaccine doses as transport fix MOSCOW: Russia expects to produce primarily freeze-dried Sputnik V coronavirus vaccine doses by the spring, a top official said, eliminating the need for transport at... MOSCOW: Russia expects to produce primarily freeze-dried Sputnik V coronavirus vaccine doses by the... Environment 16 Nov, 2020
One in five COVID-19 patients develop mental illness within 90 days - study One in five COVID-19 patients develop mental illness within 90 days - study LONDON: Many COVID-19 survivors are likely to be at greater risk of developing mental illness, psychiatrists said on Monday, after a large study found 20% of those infected... LONDON: Many COVID-19 survivors are likely to be at greater risk of developing mental illness,... Environment 10 Nov, 2020
Pfizer vaccine trial success signals breakthrough in pandemic battle Pfizer vaccine trial success signals breakthrough in pandemic battle Pfizer Inc's PFE.N experimental COVID-19 vaccine is more than 90% effective based on initial trial results, the drugmaker said on Monday, a major victory in the war... Pfizer Inc's PFE.N experimental COVID-19 vaccine is more than 90% effective based on initial trial... Environment 10 Nov, 2020
UN says needs $655 million to avert new measles and polio epidemics UN says needs $655 million to avert new measles and polio epidemics LONDON: Severe disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic to immunisation campaigns against measles and polio are putting millions of vulnerable children at risk... LONDON: Severe disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic to immunisation campaigns against... Environment 07 Nov, 2020
Common cold antibodies hold clues to COVID-19 behaviour; lung scans speed COVID-19 diagnosis in stroke patients Common cold antibodies hold clues to COVID-19 behaviour; lung scans speed COVID-19... 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 Nov, 2020
AstraZeneca's drugs pipeline progresses as COVID vaccine data awaited AstraZeneca's drugs pipeline progresses as COVID vaccine data awaited AstraZeneca, the British drugmaker working on one of the world’s leading COVID-19 vaccine hopefuls, reported progress in its pipeline of other medicines on Thursday as it... AstraZeneca, the British drugmaker working on one of the world’s leading COVID-19 vaccine hopefuls,... Environment 05 Nov, 2020
South African firm and Johnson & Johnson strike vaccine deal South African firm and Johnson & Johnson strike vaccine deal JOHANNESBURG: South African pharmaceutical firm Aspen Pharmacare has announced a deal with U.S. firm Johnson & Johnson to manufacture its COVID-19 vaccine candidate, if it... JOHANNESBURG: South African pharmaceutical firm Aspen Pharmacare has announced a deal with U.S. firm... Environment 03 Nov, 2020
UK to infect healthy volunteers in vaccine research trial UK to infect healthy volunteers in vaccine research trial LONDON: Danica Marcos wants to be infected with COVID-19. While other people are wearing masks and staying home to avoid the disease, the 22-year-old Londoner has... LONDON: Danica Marcos wants to be infected with COVID-19. While other people are wearing masks and... Environment 21 Oct, 2020
New study shows mouthwash may inactivate Covid-19 New study shows mouthwash may inactivate Covid-19 KATHMANDU: Gargling with mouthwashes can lower the risk of Covid-19 transmission by reducing the viral particles in the mouth and throat, according to a study published in... KATHMANDU: Gargling with mouthwashes can lower the risk of Covid-19 transmission by reducing the viral... Environment 20 Oct, 2020
2nd COVID-19 vaccine trial paused over unexplained illness 2nd COVID-19 vaccine trial paused over unexplained illness NEW BRUNSWICK: A late-stage study of Johnson & Johnson’s COVID-19 vaccine candidate has been paused while the company investigates whether a study participant’s... NEW BRUNSWICK: A late-stage study of Johnson & Johnson’s COVID-19 vaccine candidate has been paused... Environment 13 Oct, 2020
WHO: 10% of world's people may have been infected with virus WHO: 10% of world's people may have been infected with virus GENEVA: The head of emergencies at the World Health Organization said Monday the agency's “best estimates” indicate roughly 1 in 10 people worldwide may have been... GENEVA: The head of emergencies at the World Health Organization said Monday the agency's “best... Environment 06 Oct, 2020
EU regulator launches real-time review of AstraZeneca's COVID-19 vaccine EU regulator launches real-time review of AstraZeneca's COVID-19 vaccine BRUSSELS: The European health regulator said on Thursday it had started a rolling review of the experimental COVID-19 vaccine from AstraZeneca and Oxford University, in a... BRUSSELS: The European health regulator said on Thursday it had started a rolling review of the... Environment 01 Oct, 2020
Nine in ten recovered COVID-19 patients experience side-effects: study Nine in ten recovered COVID-19 patients experience side-effects: study SEOUL: Nine in ten coronavirus patients reported experiencing side-effects such as fatigue, psychological after-effects and loss of smell and taste after they recovered... SEOUL: Nine in ten coronavirus patients reported experiencing side-effects such as fatigue,... Environment 29 Sep, 2020
India trials for Russia's 'Sputnik-V' vaccine could start in next few weeks: exec India trials for Russia's 'Sputnik-V' vaccine could start in next few weeks: exec BENGALURU: Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd could begin late-stage Indian clinical trials of Russia's potential coronavirus vaccine in the next few weeks, an executive at... BENGALURU: Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd could begin late-stage Indian clinical trials of Russia's... Environment 22 Sep, 2020
Chinese researchers to test double doses of CanSino's coronavirus vaccine candidate Chinese researchers to test double doses of CanSino's coronavirus vaccine candidate BEIJING: Researchers plan to start a clinical trial for an additional dose of a coronavirus vaccine candidate co-developed by China's CanSino Biologics Inc and a... BEIJING: Researchers plan to start a clinical trial for an additional dose of a coronavirus vaccine... Environment 18 Sep, 2020
Red Cross warns coronavirus is driving discrimination in Asia Red Cross warns coronavirus is driving discrimination in Asia The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) warned on Thursday that the novel coronavirus is driving discrimination towards vulnerable... The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) warned on Thursday that... Environment 17 Sep, 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.
