Virus disrupts pregnancy plans, raises anxiety and questions Virus disrupts pregnancy plans, raises anxiety and questions Some pregnant women fear giving birth with no loved ones by their side. Others worry about getting sick with COVID-19 and not being able to hold their newborns. The... Some pregnant women fear giving birth with no loved ones by their side. Others worry about getting sick... Environment 01 Apr, 2020
Age is not the only risk for severe coronavirus disease Age is not the only risk for severe coronavirus disease WASHINGTON: Older people remain most at risk of dying as the new coronavirus continues its rampage around the globe, but they’re far from the only ones vulnerable. One of... WASHINGTON: Older people remain most at risk of dying as the new coronavirus continues its rampage around... Environment 29 Mar, 2020
Potential coronavirus treatment granted rare disease status Potential coronavirus treatment granted rare disease status WASHINGTON: The pharmaceutical giant that makes a promising coronavirus drug has registered it as a rare disease treatment with US regulators, a status that can potentially... WASHINGTON: The pharmaceutical giant that makes a promising coronavirus drug has registered it as a rare... Environment 25 Mar, 2020
No evidence ibuprofen worsens coronavirus: health agencies No evidence ibuprofen worsens coronavirus: health agencies LONDON: The World Health Organization and other leading agencies say there is no evidence to support the suggestion that ibuprofen might worsen the symptoms of... LONDON: The World Health Organization and other leading agencies say there is no evidence to support the... Environment 21 Mar, 2020
Walk, cycle or drive? Coronavirus shakes up urban transport Walk, cycle or drive? Coronavirus shakes up urban transport LONDON: Cycling used to be a leisure activity for Raj Anand but in recent weeks he has biked across London every day to avoid crowded public transport as worries over... LONDON: Cycling used to be a leisure activity for Raj Anand but in recent weeks he has biked across... Environment 14 Mar, 2020
WHO officials rethink epidemic messaging amid pandemic debate WHO officials rethink epidemic messaging amid pandemic debate LONDON: The World Health Organization is considering changing the way it classifies and describes international epidemics, amid a protracted public debate over whether to... LONDON: The World Health Organization is considering changing the way it classifies and describes... Environment 13 Mar, 2020
Flu and coronavirus: Similar symptoms, different fears Flu and coronavirus: Similar symptoms, different fears NEW YORK: Is it the flu, a cold or the new coronavirus? Patients and doctors alike are parsing signs of illness to figure out who needs what tests or care and how worried... NEW YORK: Is it the flu, a cold or the new coronavirus? Patients and doctors alike are parsing signs of... Environment 11 Mar, 2020
COVID-19 could be the first pandemic in history that could be controlled: WHO Director-General COVID-19 could be the first pandemic in history that could be controlled: WHO... KATHMANDU: World Health Organisation (WHO) Director-General, Tedros Adhanom, in his opening remarks at the media briefing on COVID-19, said that the COVID-19 could be the... KATHMANDU: World Health Organisation (WHO) Director-General, Tedros Adhanom, in his opening remarks at... Environment 10 Mar, 2020
Florence Nightingale show presents nursing pioneer who told us to wash hands Florence Nightingale show presents nursing pioneer who told us to wash hands LONDON: Victorian Britain took Florence Nightingale into its heart as the "Lady with the Lamp" who tended wounded soldiers, but a new exhibition shows her as a tough... LONDON: Victorian Britain took Florence Nightingale into its heart as the "Lady with the Lamp" who tended... Environment 06 Mar, 2020
Researchers identify two coronavirus types as China cases dwindle Researchers identify two coronavirus types as China cases dwindle SHANGHAI: Scientists in China studying the viral disease outbreak's origin said they had found that two main types of the new coronavirus could be causing... SHANGHAI: Scientists in China studying the viral disease outbreak's origin said they had found that two... Environment 04 Mar, 2020
New virus: More than 89,000 infected, over 3,000 dead New virus: More than 89,000 infected, over 3,000 dead BEIJING: A new virus first detected in China has infected more than 89,000 people globally and caused over 3,000 deaths. The World Health Organization has named the... BEIJING: A new virus first detected in China has infected more than 89,000 people globally and... Environment 02 Mar, 2020
Infections climb in South Korea as world fights virus Infections climb in South Korea as world fights virus SEOUL: South Korea reported an eight-fold jump in viral infections Saturday with more than 400 cases mostly linked to a church and a hospital, while the death toll in... SEOUL: South Korea reported an eight-fold jump in viral infections Saturday with more than 400 cases... Environment 23 Feb, 2020
New virus has infected more than 75,000 people globally New virus has infected more than 75,000 people globally BEIJING: A viral outbreak that began in China has infected more than 75,000 people globally. The World Health Organization has named the illness COVID-19, referring... BEIJING: A viral outbreak that began in China has infected more than 75,000 people globally. The... Environment 19 Feb, 2020
Why your Valentine might want hot chocolate for that walk on the beach Why your Valentine might want hot chocolate for that walk on the beach Drinking cocoa rich in flavonols - plant compounds also found in fruits, vegetables and tea - might make walking easier for some older adults with poor circulation, a study... Drinking cocoa rich in flavonols - plant compounds also found in fruits, vegetables and tea - might make... Environment 14 Feb, 2020
China still mostly closed down as virus deaths pass 1,000 China still mostly closed down as virus deaths pass 1,000 BEIJING: China remains mostly closed for business, as the daily death toll from a new virus topped 100 for the first time, pushing the total above 1,000. Despite the... BEIJING: China remains mostly closed for business, as the daily death toll from a new virus topped 100... Environment 11 Feb, 2020
British scientist makes breakthrough in race for coronavirus vaccine: Sky British scientist makes breakthrough in race for coronavirus vaccine: Sky LONDON: A leading British scientist has made a significant breakthrough in the race for a coronavirus vaccine by reducing a part of the normal development time from "two to... LONDON: A leading British scientist has made a significant breakthrough in the race for a coronavirus... Environment 05 Feb, 2020
Measles vaccine drive aims to protect 45 million children in Africa, Asia Measles vaccine drive aims to protect 45 million children in Africa, Asia LONDON: Up to 45 million children in seven developing countries will be immunised against measles in a series of major vaccination campaigns to try to halt a global... LONDON: Up to 45 million children in seven developing countries will be immunised against measles in... Environment 05 Feb, 2020
British drugmaker GSK to collaborate with CEPI in effort to develop coronavirus vaccine British drugmaker GSK to collaborate with CEPI in effort to develop coronavirus... British drugmaker GlaxoSmithKline Plc is collaborating with the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI) to contribute towards the effort of developing a... British drugmaker GlaxoSmithKline Plc is collaborating with the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness... Environment 03 Feb, 2020
Pasteur Institute eyes coronavirus vaccine in 2021 Pasteur Institute eyes coronavirus vaccine in 2021 PARIS: France's Pasteur Institute Foundation said on Friday it had set up a taskforce aimed at developing a vaccine against the coronavirus in 20 months. The United... PARIS: France's Pasteur Institute Foundation said on Friday it had set up a taskforce aimed at developing... Environment 01 Feb, 2020
Do masks offer protection from new virus? It depends Do masks offer protection from new virus? It depends SEATTLE: People around the world are buying up protective face masks in hopes of keeping the new virus from China at bay. Some companies have required them for employees.... SEATTLE: People around the world are buying up protective face masks in hopes of keeping the new virus... Environment 31 Jan, 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.
