Dr Devkota promoted as health secretary Dr Devkota promoted as health secretary The government has decided to promote Dr Bikas Devkota to the Secretary of the Ministry of Health and Population. The government has decided to promote Dr Bikas Devkota to the Secretary of the Ministry of Health and Population. Health 06 Mar, 2025
Government hospitals now cannot make excuse for lack of medicines: Health Minister Paudel Government hospitals now cannot make excuse for lack of medicines: Health Minister... Minister for Health and Population, Pradip Paudel, has said the hospitals cannot now find excuse for lack of medicines for health insurance. Minister for Health and Population, Pradip Paudel, has said the hospitals cannot now find excuse for lack of medicines for health insurance. Health 02 Mar, 2025
As measles cases mount in the US, what's the situation worldwide? As measles cases mount in the US, what's the situation worldwide? The US registered its first death from measles since 2015 this week, as a child who wasn’t vaccinated died in a measles outbreak in rural West Texas. The US registered its first death from measles since 2015 this week, as a child who wasn’t vaccinated died in a measles outbreak in rural West Texas. Health 27 Feb, 2025
Gene sequencing test for breast cancer yields success Gene sequencing test for breast cancer yields success Nepal has successfully conducted its first genetic test (gene sequencing) for breast cancer. Nepal has successfully conducted its first genetic test (gene sequencing) for breast cancer. Health 31 Dec, 2024
Anti-cancer 'HPV' vaccine doses made available in Nepal Anti-cancer 'HPV' vaccine doses made available in Nepal Ministry of Health and Population has imported 'Human Papilloma Virus (HPV)' vaccines administered against cervical cancer with the assistance of 'Global Alliance for Vaccine and Immunization (GAVI)'. Ministry of Health and Population has imported 'Human Papilloma Virus (HPV)' vaccines administered against cervical cancer with the assistance of 'Global Alliance for Vaccine and Immunization (GAVI)'. Health 19 Dec, 2024
Health Ministry increases organ donation incentives twofold Health Ministry increases organ donation incentives twofold Govt has announced an increase in the monetary incentive for families of posthumous organ donors, raising the amount to NPR 200,000 per family. Govt has announced an increase in the monetary incentive for families of posthumous organ donors, raising the amount to NPR 200,000 per family. Health 24 Nov, 2024
Misuse and overuse of medications fuel AMR, endangering global health Misuse and overuse of medications fuel AMR, endangering global health In the wake of World AMR Awareness Week (WAAW: 18-24 November), top political figures, including the Prime Minister and health minister, expressed their deep concerns over exacerbating issues due to misuse, overuse of antibiotics and AMR. In the wake of World AMR Awareness Week (WAAW: 18-24 November), top political figures, including the Prime Minister and health minister, expressed their deep concerns over exacerbating issues due to misuse, overuse of antibiotics and AMR. Health 19 Nov, 2024
US health officials report 1st case of new form of mpox in a traveler US health officials report 1st case of new form of mpox in a traveler Health officials said Saturday they have confirmed the first U.S. case of a new form of mpox that was first seen in eastern Congo. Health officials said Saturday they have confirmed the first U.S. case of a new form of mpox that was first seen in eastern Congo. Health 17 Nov, 2024
Japanese Encephalitis: Still a prominent public health problem in Nepal Japanese Encephalitis: Still a prominent public health problem in Nepal Japanese Encephalitis (JE), the most common laboratory-confirmed encephalitis in Nepal, is a viral disease causing inflammation of the brain. Japanese Encephalitis (JE), the most common laboratory-confirmed encephalitis in Nepal, is a viral disease causing inflammation of the brain. Health 07 Nov, 2024
Mpox cases in Congo may be stabilizing. Experts say more vaccines are needed to stamp out virus Mpox cases in Congo may be stabilizing. Experts say more vaccines are needed to stamp... In recent weeks, Congo has reported about 200 to 300 lab-confirmed mpox cases every week, according to WHO. In recent weeks, Congo has reported about 200 to 300 lab-confirmed mpox cases every week, according to WHO. Health 03 Nov, 2024
Free cancer treatment for children under 14 Free cancer treatment for children under 14 The Ministry of Health and Population has announced that children under the age of 14 will receive free cancer treatment. The Ministry of Health and Population has announced that children under the age of 14 will receive free cancer treatment. Health 28 Oct, 2024
19,000 dengue cases reported throughout country 19,000 dengue cases reported throughout country Dengue is spreading rapidly with the number of infected people reaching 19,599 throughout the country, according to the latest data of the Epidemiology and Disease Control Division (EDCD). Dengue is spreading rapidly with the number of infected people reaching 19,599 throughout the country, according to the latest data of the Epidemiology and Disease Control Division (EDCD). Health 16 Oct, 2024
386 cases of Scrub Typhus detected in Chitwan 386 cases of Scrub Typhus detected in Chitwan Scrub typhus has been confirmed in 386 patients across various hospitals in Chitwan district since mid-July this year. Scrub typhus has been confirmed in 386 patients across various hospitals in Chitwan district since mid-July this year. Health 15 Oct, 2024
Two succumb to dengue in Jhapa Two succumb to dengue in Jhapa A total of 1,065 people have been infected with dengue in Koshi province in the past two years. A total of 1,065 people have been infected with dengue in Koshi province in the past two years. Health 09 Sep, 2024
Ministry of Health directs hospitals to operate OPD services also on public holidays Ministry of Health directs hospitals to operate OPD services also on public holidays The Ministry of Health and Population has dispatches a circular, directing 34 hospitals and health facilities to operate the Out-Patient Department (OPD) services also on public holidays. The Ministry of Health and Population has dispatches a circular, directing 34 hospitals and health facilities to operate the Out-Patient Department (OPD) services also on public holidays. Health 03 Sep, 2024
Dengue cases surpass 6,000, over 600 reported in Kathmandu Valley Dengue cases surpass 6,000, over 600 reported in Kathmandu Valley The mosquito-borne infection has been detected in all districts except Humla and Mustang, said Dr. Gokarna Prasad Dahal, Chief of Vector-Borne Disease Control at the Division. The mosquito-borne infection has been detected in all districts except Humla and Mustang, said Dr. Gokarna Prasad Dahal, Chief of Vector-Borne Disease Control at the Division. Health 02 Sep, 2024
WHO launches plan to stanch mpox transmission and says the virus can be stopped WHO launches plan to stanch mpox transmission and says the virus can be stopped Last Tuesday, Congo — the hardest-hit country — reported more than 1,000 new mpox cases over the previous week. Last Tuesday, Congo — the hardest-hit country — reported more than 1,000 new mpox cases over the previous week. Health 26 Aug, 2024
Nepal is susceptible to Mpox, people urged to avoid risky behaviour Nepal is susceptible to Mpox, people urged to avoid risky behaviour According to the Ministry of Health and Population, Nepal is at risk of contracting monkeypox (Mpox), which has recently been declared a global health emergency by the World Health Organization (WHO), which is the highest level of alarm under international health law. According to the Ministry of Health and Population, Nepal is at risk of contracting monkeypox (Mpox), which has recently been declared a global health emergency by the World Health Organization (WHO), which is the highest level of alarm under international health law. Health 20 Aug, 2024
Nepal at risk of Mpox infection, Ministry expects cooperation from civic-level Nepal at risk of Mpox infection, Ministry expects cooperation from civic-level The Ministry of Health and Population has said Nepal falls under the risk of infection of monkey pox (Mpox). The Ministry of Health and Population has said Nepal falls under the risk of infection of monkey pox (Mpox). Health 19 Aug, 2024
A new global health emergency: What is mpox, where are the outbreaks and will the virus spread? A new global health emergency: What is mpox, where are the outbreaks and will the... WHO said there have been more than 14,000 cases and 524 deaths in Africa this year, which already exceed last year's figures. WHO said there have been more than 14,000 cases and 524 deaths in Africa this year, which already exceed last year's figures. Health 15 Aug, 2024
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.
