Lalitpur metropolis declared fully-immunised local level

Kathmandu: Lalitpur metropolis has been declared a fully immunised local level, becoming the fifth among six local governments in the district to achieve this status. According to Dr Bhuwan Paudel, Chief of the District Public Health Office, Lalitpur, Mahankal Rural Municipality, Mahalaxmi Municipality, Bagmati Rural Municipality, and Konjyosom Rural Municipality had previously been declared as… Continue reading Lalitpur metropolis declared fully-immunised local level

Former President Bhandari renounces State facilities

Kathmandu: Former President Bidya Devi Bhandari has renounced all State benefits except security in capacity of the former Head of the State. She made such decision to be effective from Wednesday itself. The government had been providing her various facilities ranging from communications to transportation. Bhandari’s secretariat wrote a letter, addressing Secretary at Home Ministry… Continue reading Former President Bhandari renounces State facilities

Jhapa reports eight new cases of Covid-19

Kathmandu: Jhapa, the district in Koshi Province, has received 15,000 doses of the Pfizer vaccine against COVID-19, according to Ramesh Barakoti, Chief of the Health Office, Jhapa. As per the newly implemented vaccination schedule, priority groups include individuals with weakened immune systems, children above the age of five, expectant mothers, and those in direct contact… Continue reading Jhapa reports eight new cases of Covid-19

One month of monsoon: 674 incidents, 31 deaths, 112 injuries

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Kathmandu: In one month of this year’s monsoon, 674 monsoon-related disasters were reported from across the country with 31 casualties and 112 injuries. According to the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA), total 87 landslide incidents were recorded during the review period. These events partially damaged 25 houses and destroyed 11. Additionally, 14… Continue reading One month of monsoon: 674 incidents, 31 deaths, 112 injuries

Minister Paudel prepares for health cooperation agreement with India

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Kathmandu: Nepal is set to sign a new health cooperation agreement with India as part of the initiative led by Minister for Health and Population, Pradeep Paudel. The Cabinet has approved the Ministry of Health’s proposal for a framework agreement with India aimed at collaboration in modern healthcare and the development and promotion of Ayurveda… Continue reading Minister Paudel prepares for health cooperation agreement with India

Nepal wins “Best Popularity Award” in Beijing Tourism Expo

Kathmandu: Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) has successfully concluded its participation in the Beijing International Tourism Expo (BITE) 2025, making a lasting impression on both travel trade professionals and potential Chinese travelers. The event took place from June 27 to 29 at the China International Exhibition Centre, Chaoyang District, Beijing. NTB’s presence at BITE served as… Continue reading Nepal wins “Best Popularity Award” in Beijing Tourism Expo

Health Minister Pradeep Paudel hospitalized with persistent fever

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Kathmandu: Health and Population Minister Pradeep Paudel has been admitted to Bir Hospital after suffering from a high fever for several days, hospital officials confirmed.According to the hospital, Paudel was hospitalized on Saturday after his condition showed no improvement despite ongoing symptoms. His fever has slightly subsided, but the exact cause is still unknown, as… Continue reading Health Minister Pradeep Paudel hospitalized with persistent fever

Former President Bhandari bounce back to active politics

Kathmandu: Former President Bidya Devi Bhandari has formally re-entered active politics by renewing her membership of the CPN-UML, sparking widespread criticism over ethical and constitutional implications. Addressing a program on Saturday organized by the Madan Bhandari Foundation, Bhandari confirmed her return, breaking with the democratic norm that former heads of state should remain politically neutral.… Continue reading Former President Bhandari bounce back to active politics

President Paudel participates in paddy transplanting ceremony

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Kathmandu: A rice planting ceremony has been organized at the President House, Shital Niwas to commemorate the National Paddy Day today. President Ramchandra Paudel and First Lady Sabita Paudel also participated in the paddy transplantation ceremony. Inaugurating the rice planting on the occasion, the Head of the State spoke on the need of modernizing and… Continue reading President Paudel participates in paddy transplanting ceremony

RSP launches nationwide signature campaign for detained leader Rabi Lamichhane

Kathmandu: The Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) has initiated a nationwide signature campaign demanding the release of its detained party president, Rabi Lamichhane, calling the legal actions against him a form of “political revenge.” On Friday, the party set up solidarity booths at 13 key locations across the Kathmandu Valley, including New Bus Park, Balkhu, Koteshwor,… Continue reading RSP launches nationwide signature campaign for detained leader Rabi Lamichhane