Bheri Hospital launches kidney transplant service Bheri Hospital in Nepalgunj has officially launched its kidney transplant service starting today. Nepal 2d ago
Calls for measures to improve air quality In light of the deteriorating air quality of the Kathmandu Valley, experts related to the environment have expressed concern over the increasing air pollution and drawn the government’s attention to immediately implement solutions. Nepal 08 Apr, 2025
As air pollution clogs up Kathmandu Valley, alarm rises over human health The Kathmandu Valley has been clogged up with air pollution for some days. People here are desperately waiting for the exit of the nasty smog. Environment 05 Apr, 2025
'His answer was simple but powerful: he had quit smoking' As a cardiologist, Dr Sagar Thapa shared that he has seen how smoking can hurt people—taking away young lives and breaking families apart. Nepal 05 Mar, 2025
'Bir Hospital's new OPD complex revolutionising patient care' Bir Hospital, Nepal's oldest and most prestigious healthcare institution, has taken a monumental step in revolutionising patient care by completing its new five-story Outpatient Department (OPD) complex. This modern facility, constructed with Rs.160 crore grant from India, symbolises a transformative shift in Nepal's healthcare infrastructure. Kathmandu 04 Mar, 2025
Child marriage in Nepal: Challenges and opportunities Child marriage remains a critical social issue in Nepal, deeply rooted in cultural traditions and exacerbated by economic hardships and systemic barriers. Despite its prohibition under the Civil Code of 1963, the practice continues, particularly among marginalised groups. Opinion 31 Jan, 2025
Cabinet approves promotions for DIGs Singh and Bohara Minister for Communications and Information Technology, Prithvi Subba Gurung, disclosed the decisions during a press briefing. Nepal 22 Dec, 2024
Environment Department urges not to burn plastic waste The Department of Environment has urged the public not to burn the solid and plastic wastes after the rise in air pollution in several parts of the country, including the Kathmandu Valley. Environment 25 Nov, 2024
KMC to manage only segregated waste The Kathmandu Valley's 18 local levels collectively generate approximately 1,600 metric tonnes of waste daily. Kathmandu 18 Nov, 2024
Tilganga inaugurates community eye hospital in Madhesh Province The Tilganga Institute of Ophthalmology (TIO), in partnership with The Fred Hollows Foundation, has officially inaugurated the Nijgadh Tilganga Community Eye Hospital - the first community eye care facility in Madhesh Province, today. Nepal 13 Nov, 2024
KMC launches Ichchhumati clean-up drive Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) has intensified the river cleaning campaign in the metropolitan area. Kathmandu 11 Nov, 2024
Energy minister attends 7th Int'l Solar Alliance The International Solar Alliance, launched at COP-21 in Paris in 2015, saw leaders from 120 countries commit to a collaborative effort in promoting solar energy. Nepal 04 Nov, 2024
