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 241Â more people testing positive for the infection in the past 24 hours.
Sports Ivory Coast starts Africa Cup title defense with a win as proud dad Zidane sees Algeria beat Sudan Riyad Mahrez scored twice and the 20-year-old Ibrahim Maza scored his first international goal for Algeria, one of the tournament favorites,
Sports No room for spin: Australia goes into the 4th Ashes with a pace-heavy attack against England England lost each of the first three tests to allow Australia to retain the Ashes in just 11 days of on-field action.
World Zelenskyy says he's open to creating demilitarized zone in Ukraine's industrial heartland Ukraine is also asking that all prisoners taken since 2014 be released at once, and that civilian detainees, political prisoners and children be returned to Ukraine.
Kathmandu CPN (UML) Chair Oli stresses need for election-friendly environment CPN (UML) Chair KP Sharma Oli has emphasized the need to create an election-friendly atmosphere.
Nepal PM Karki extends Christmas Day greetings Christians across the world, including in Nepal, are celebrating Christmas today, December 25.
Kathmandu Lekhak to record statement before inquiry panel Ramesh Lekhak, former Home Minister, has said that he will appear before the inquiry commission formed to investigate the Gen-Z movement.
Kathmandu Narayanhiti Museum draws over 4.7 million visitors in 17 years More than 4.77 million domestic and international visitors have visited the Narayanhiti Palace Museum in the 17 years since it was converted into a museum following the abolition of the monarchy.
Kathmandu TU holds 51st convocation, around 90,000 students graduate Tribhuvan University (TU) concluded its 51st convocation ceremony on Thursday, marking the graduation of 89,591 students from bachelor’s to PhD levels.
Opinion Himalayan Sovereignty Tim Marshall’s argument in Prisoners of Geography begins with a simple but unforgiving truth: geography is permanent, but policy is a choice.
Opinion Widespread corruption: Amidst the illusion of transparency In a country where corruption is rampant at all levels of the state structure, from the ward level to the highest level, the Federal Parliament, the Election Commission of Nepal has brought in a reform.
Lifestyle Two-day Christmas Initiative brings joy and hope to orphanages across Kathmandu The Himalayan Times' annual Christmas giving initiative saw heartwarming participation from multiple organizations over two days, bringing gifts, essentials, and festive meals to children in need across the valley.
Health Health Ministry warns ambulance operators against diverting patients for profit The Ministry of Health and Population has issued a stern warning to ambulance operators and drivers, cautioning them against diverting patients to private or costly hospitals for financial gain in violation of government regulations.
