AstraZeneca bets up to $6 billion on new Daiichi cancer drug AstraZeneca bets up to $6 billion on new Daiichi cancer drug AstraZeneca will pay $1 billion upfront Firms' second oncology deal to look into breast and lung cancers AZN also gets regulatory backing for two other cancer... AstraZeneca will pay $1 billion upfront Firms' second oncology deal to look into breast and lung... Environment 27 Jul, 2020
US signs contract with Pfizer for COVID-19 vaccine doses US signs contract with Pfizer for COVID-19 vaccine doses WASHINGTON: The Trump administration will pay Pfizer nearly $2 billion for a December delivery of 100 million doses of a COVID-19 vaccine the pharmaceutical company is... WASHINGTON: The Trump administration will pay Pfizer nearly $2 billion for a December delivery of 100... Environment 23 Jul, 2020
Oxford COVID-19 vaccine developer cautious on 2020 roll-out Oxford COVID-19 vaccine developer cautious on 2020 roll-out LONDON: The University of Oxford's possible COVID-19 vaccine could be rolled out by the end of the year but there is no certainty, the lead developer of... LONDON: The University of Oxford's possible COVID-19 vaccine could be rolled out by the end of the year... Environment 21 Jul, 2020
New studies clarify what drugs help, hurt for COVID-19 New studies clarify what drugs help, hurt for COVID-19 Fresh studies give more information about what treatments do or don’t work for COVID-19, with high-quality methods that give reliable results. British researchers on... Fresh studies give more information about what treatments do or don’t work for COVID-19, with... Environment 18 Jul, 2020
Russia is hacking virus vaccine trials, US, UK, Canada say Russia is hacking virus vaccine trials, US, UK, Canada say WASHINGTON: Western governments on Thursday accused hackers believed to be part of Russian intelligence of trying to steal valuable private information about a coronavirus... WASHINGTON: Western governments on Thursday accused hackers believed to be part of Russian intelligence... Environment 17 Jul, 2020
Case of HIV patient in remission offers hope to millions living with virus Case of HIV patient in remission offers hope to millions living with virus LONDON: When Ash Kotak found out he was HIV-positive in 1993, the diagnosis was still a death sentence. "I was told to go off and have a good life on the assumption I... LONDON: When Ash Kotak found out he was HIV-positive in 1993, the diagnosis was still a death... Environment 13 Jul, 2020
‘Waterborne disease, another threat for nation’ ‘Waterborne disease, another threat for nation’ KATHMANDU, JULY 11 While the country is grappling with the coronavirus pandemic, health workers have warned that people are under the risk of waterborne diseases during... KATHMANDU, JULY 11 While the country is grappling with the coronavirus pandemic, health workers have... Environment 12 Jul, 2020
Varieties of masks - what are the options? Varieties of masks - what are the options? KATHMANDU: Masks have become fundamental in the present scenario, nationally as well as globally, as coronavirus infection is still on the rise and people have had to... KATHMANDU: Masks have become fundamental in the present scenario, nationally as well as globally, as... Environment 11 Jul, 2020
WHO advance team heads to China to set up probe into coronavirus origin WHO advance team heads to China to set up probe into coronavirus origin GENEVA: A two-member advance team of World Health Organization (WHO) experts has left for China to organise an investigation into the origins of the novel coronavirus... GENEVA: A two-member advance team of World Health Organization (WHO) experts has left for China to... Environment 11 Jul, 2020
Psoriasis injection gets green light for 'restricted emergency use' on Covid-19 patients Psoriasis injection gets green light for 'restricted emergency use' on Covid-19... KATHMANDU: Itolizumab, a Psoriasis injection, has been approved by India's drug regulator for “restricted emergency use†to treat Covid-19 patients with moderate to... KATHMANDU: Itolizumab, a Psoriasis injection, has been approved by India's drug regulator for... Environment 11 Jul, 2020
Coping with fear of Covid-19 Coping with fear of Covid-19 KATHMANDU: With more than a hundred days in lockdown due to coronavirus pandemic, the general state of mind of most of the people has had significant changes or... KATHMANDU: With more than a hundred days in lockdown due to coronavirus pandemic, the general state of... Environment 10 Jul, 2020
WHO acknowledges 'evidence emerging' of airborne spread of COVID-19 WHO acknowledges 'evidence emerging' of airborne spread of COVID-19 GENEVA: The World Health Organization on Tuesday acknowledged "evidence emerging" of the airborne spread of the novel coronavirus, after a group of scientists urged the... GENEVA: The World Health Organization on Tuesday acknowledged "evidence emerging" of... Environment 08 Jul, 2020
WHO halts hydroxychloroquine, HIV drugs in COVID trials after failure to reduce death WHO halts hydroxychloroquine, HIV drugs in COVID trials after failure to reduce death GENEVA: The World Health Organization (WHO) said on Saturday that it was discontinuing its trials of the malaria drug hydroxychloroquine and combination HIV drug... GENEVA: The World Health Organization (WHO) said on Saturday that it was discontinuing its trials of the... Environment 05 Jul, 2020
UK OKs resumption of hydroxychloroquine trial UK OKs resumption of hydroxychloroquine trial LONDON: Britain’s medical regulatory agency has approved the resumption of a trial testing whether hydroxychloroquine, the malaria drug favored by US President Donald... LONDON: Britain’s medical regulatory agency has approved the resumption of a trial testing whether... Environment 30 Jun, 2020
CanSino's COVID-19 vaccine candidate approved for military use in China CanSino's COVID-19 vaccine candidate approved for military use in China BEIJING: China's military has received the greenlight to use a COVID-19 vaccine candidate developed by its research unit and CanSino Biologics after clinical trials... BEIJING: China's military has received the greenlight to use a COVID-19 vaccine candidate developed by... Environment 29 Jun, 2020
Scientists just beginning to understand the many health problems caused by COVID-19 Scientists just beginning to understand the many health problems caused by COVID-19 CHICAGO: Scientists are only starting to grasp the vast array of health problems caused by the novel coronavirus, some of which may have lingering effects on patients and... CHICAGO: Scientists are only starting to grasp the vast array of health problems caused by the novel... Environment 26 Jun, 2020
Gilead's remdesivir set to become Europe's first COVID-19 therapy Gilead's remdesivir set to become Europe's first COVID-19 therapy EU price of drug, to be branded Veklury, not known Formal EU approval expected over coming week Can be prescribed in EU for one year after approval Doctors... EU price of drug, to be branded Veklury, not known Formal EU approval expected over coming... Environment 26 Jun, 2020
Fauci: Next few weeks critical to tamping down virus spikes Fauci: Next few weeks critical to tamping down virus spikes WASHINGTON: The next few weeks are critical to tamping down a disturbing coronavirus surge, Dr. Anthony Fauci told Congress on Tuesday — issuing a plea for people to... WASHINGTON: The next few weeks are critical to tamping down a disturbing coronavirus surge, Dr. Anthony... Environment 24 Jun, 2020
Contraceptive use down across country Contraceptive use down across country Kathmandu, June 23 The number of people using contraceptives has dropped nationwide since the coronavirus pandemic began in the country in January. With repeated... Kathmandu, June 23 The number of people using contraceptives has dropped nationwide since the... Environment 24 Jun, 2020
Asymptomatic spread is not rare: Dr Fauci's June 10 counter on WHO claims Asymptomatic spread is not rare: Dr Fauci's June 10 counter on WHO claims KATHMANDU: While the mystery of the legendary coronavirus is still unsolved in many aspects, doctors and scientists remain confused with World Health Organization claiming... KATHMANDU: While the mystery of the legendary coronavirus is still unsolved in many aspects, doctors and... Environment 21 Jun, 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.â€
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.
