WHO says global rise in COVID cases is 'tip of the iceberg' Figures showing a global rise in COVID-19 cases could herald a much bigger problem as some countries also report a drop in testing rates, the WHO said on Tuesday, warning nations to remain vigilant against the virus.
Nepal records 41 new COVID-19 cases on Wednesday The national active Covid-19 caseload of Nepal dropped to 4,574 on Wednesday as 41 people tested positive for the infection in past 24 hours.
S.Korea reports record 400,741 new daily COVID cases: KDCA South Korea reported a record 400,741 new daily COVID-19 cases, the Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency said on Wednesday, as the country seeks to further ease social distancing rules despite a wave of Omicron infections.
Variant that combines Delta and Omicron identified; dogs sniff out virus with high accuracy Hybrid versions of the coronavirus that combine genes from the Delta and Omicron variants - dubbed "Deltacron" - have been identified in at least 17 patients in the United States and Europe, researchers said.
Death toll nears 6 million as pandemic enters its 3rd year The official global death toll from COVID-19 is on the verge of eclipsing 6 million — underscoring that the pandemic, now entering its third year, is far from over.
AstraZeneca sees higher 2022 sales, but COVID boost waning AstraZeneca forecast higher 2022 sales and raised its annual dividend for the first time in a decade on Thursday after beating fourth-quarter profit expectations, but warned the boost from its COVID-19 products would fall.
15 more Covid-19 fatalities reported in Nepal in 24-hrs, 8,017 fresh infections surface The national active Covid-19 caseload of Nepal climbed to 90,576 on Thursday as 8,017 people tested positive for the infection in past 24 hours.
Booster shots needed against omicron, CDC studies show Three studies released Friday offered more evidence that COVID-19 vaccines are standing up to the omicron variant, at least among people who received booster shots.
Cheap version of Merck COVID pill to be made for poorer nations A U.N.-backed agency has struck a deal for nearly 30 generic drugmakers to make low-cost versions of Merck & Co's COVID-19 pill molnupiravir for poorer nations, widening access to a drug seen as a weapon in fighting the pandemic.
Active caseload climbs to 14,340 as 2,922 more test positive for Covid-19 The national active Covid-19 caseload of Nepal climbed to 14,340 on Wednesday as 2,922 people tested positive for the infection in past 24 hours.
Sudurpaschim province sees sharp incline in Covid-19 infection Covid-19 infections are becoming more widespread in the Sudurpaschim province as the number of India returnees increases.
24 additional cases of Omicron variant detected in Nepal Additional 24 cases of the Omicron variant of Covid-19 were detected in Nepal on Friday.
Nepal records 478 new Covid-19 cases, 271 discharges, 1 fatality on Thursday Nepal's coronavirus caseload reached 830,480 on Thursday with 478 more people testing positive for the infection in the past 24 hours.
Nepal records 241 new Covid-19 cases, 263 discharges, 2 fatalities on Thursday Nepal's coronavirus caseload reached 826,664 on Thursday with 241 more people testing positive for the infection in the past 24 hours.
Sports Man City beats Brighton 4-0 to stay on course for another Premier League title. Phil Foden scores 2 Win all five of those games and City is the champion again.
Sports Robinson and O'Rourke lead New Zealand to 4-run win over Pakistan in 4th T20 The final game of the series will be played in Lahore on Saturday.
World US announces new Patriot missiles for Ukraine as part of new $6 billion aid package Senior US officials have described dire battlefield conditions in Ukraine, as troops run low on munitions and Russian forces make gains.
World India votes in second phase of national elections with Modi's BJP as front-runner Hindus make up 80% of India's 1.4 billion people, while Muslims account for 14% and Christians and Sikhs 2% each.
Business World's cheapest hydrogen energy could be produced in Nepal Stakeholders and experts emphasized the need to focus on the production of alternative energy, including hydrogen energy, solar energy, and wind energy, alongside hydroelectricity in Nepal.
Kathmandu EC calls for exercising franchise in by-elections In a press note issued on Friday, the EC urged voters from the respective constituencies to cast their votes between 7:00 am and 5:00 pm.
Nepal PM Dahal stresses on reforms in university curriculum to stop brain drain Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda' has pointed out the need of making timely reforms in the educational curriculum to stop the brain drain.
World These are the countries where TikTok is already banned TikTok is in the crosshairs of authorities in the U.S., where new legislation threatens a nationwide ban unless its China-based parent ByteDance divests. It would be the biggest blow yet to the popular video-sharing app, which has faced various restrictions around the world.
Kathmandu Pariyar receives Badri Pahari Social Service Award Human rights activist Bishnumaya Pariyar was awarded the Badri Pahari Social Service Award last Saturday in Kathmandu.
Business 151 projects to be presented for FDI in Third Investment Summit One hundred and fifty-one projects are to be showcased in the Third Investment Summit 2024 taking place in the federal capital on April 28 and 29.
Business Gold price surge by Rs 1,400 per tola Gold price in the domestic market witnessed a significant upward trend on Friday, with an increase of Rs 1,400 per tola.
Nepal DDC pays Rs 480 million dues to farmers The Diary Development Corporation (DDC) has made a due payment of Rs 480 million to farmers.