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 17 Apr, 2026
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
4,617 people administered vaccination against measles in Dhorpatan 4,617 people administered vaccination against measles in Dhorpatan Vaccinations against measles have been administered in Dhorpatan Municipality, Baglung. bAG Vaccinations against measles have been administered in Dhorpatan Municipality, Baglung. bAG Health 14 Mar, 2026
Measles detected in Dhorpatan Municipality, Health Ministry preparing for vaccination Measles detected in Dhorpatan Municipality, Health Ministry preparing for vaccination Cases of measles have been detected in Dhorpatan Municipality of Baglung district. Cases of measles have been detected in Dhorpatan Municipality of Baglung district. Health 10 Mar, 2026
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.
Environment Heatwave tightens grip on Tarai, likely to persist for three more days A prolonged heatwave is sweeping across Nepal's southern plains, with the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM) warning that temperatures could exceed 38 degrees Celsius in several Tarai districts over the next three days.
