British scientist makes breakthrough in race for coronavirus vaccine: Sky British scientist makes breakthrough in race for coronavirus vaccine: Sky LONDON: A leading British scientist has made a significant breakthrough in the race for a coronavirus vaccine by reducing a part of the normal development time from "two to... LONDON: A leading British scientist has made a significant breakthrough in the race for a coronavirus... Environment 05 Feb, 2020
Measles vaccine drive aims to protect 45 million children in Africa, Asia Measles vaccine drive aims to protect 45 million children in Africa, Asia LONDON: Up to 45 million children in seven developing countries will be immunised against measles in a series of major vaccination campaigns to try to halt a global... LONDON: Up to 45 million children in seven developing countries will be immunised against measles in... Environment 05 Feb, 2020
British drugmaker GSK to collaborate with CEPI in effort to develop coronavirus vaccine British drugmaker GSK to collaborate with CEPI in effort to develop coronavirus... British drugmaker GlaxoSmithKline Plc is collaborating with the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI) to contribute towards the effort of developing a... British drugmaker GlaxoSmithKline Plc is collaborating with the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness... Environment 03 Feb, 2020
Pasteur Institute eyes coronavirus vaccine in 2021 Pasteur Institute eyes coronavirus vaccine in 2021 PARIS: France's Pasteur Institute Foundation said on Friday it had set up a taskforce aimed at developing a vaccine against the coronavirus in 20 months. The United... PARIS: France's Pasteur Institute Foundation said on Friday it had set up a taskforce aimed at developing... Environment 01 Feb, 2020
Do masks offer protection from new virus? It depends Do masks offer protection from new virus? It depends SEATTLE: People around the world are buying up protective face masks in hopes of keeping the new virus from China at bay. Some companies have required them for employees.... SEATTLE: People around the world are buying up protective face masks in hopes of keeping the new virus... Environment 31 Jan, 2020
Readiness key to detect, combat spread of new coronavirus: WHO Readiness key to detect, combat spread of new coronavirus: WHO KATHMANDU: The World Health Organization (WHO), South-East Asia has urged countries in the Region to remain vigilant and strengthen readiness to rapidly detect any case of... KATHMANDU: The World Health Organization (WHO), South-East Asia has urged countries in the Region to... Environment 30 Jan, 2020
Health experts: Human-to-human spread of new virus worrying Health experts: Human-to-human spread of new virus worrying BEIJING: World health officials expressed “great concern” Wednesday that a dangerous new virus is starting to spread between people outside of China, a troubling... BEIJING: World health officials expressed “great concern” Wednesday that a dangerous new virus is... Environment 30 Jan, 2020
With Wuhan virus genetic code in hand, scientists begin work on a vaccine With Wuhan virus genetic code in hand, scientists begin work on a vaccine CHICAGO/LONDON: When a newly organised vaccine research group at the US National Institutes of Health (NIH) met for the first time this week, its members had expected... CHICAGO/LONDON: When a newly organised vaccine research group at the US National Institutes of Health... Environment 25 Jan, 2020
More vegetables, doctor's visits for Shanghai elderly looking to beat virus More vegetables, doctor's visits for Shanghai elderly looking to beat virus SHANGHAI: Senior citizens in China's commercial capital of Shanghai are taking preventive steps against the spread of a new virus, monitoring their health, staying... SHANGHAI: Senior citizens in China's commercial capital of Shanghai are taking preventive steps... Environment 23 Jan, 2020
Man quarantined after Hong Kong's first preliminary positive test for Wuhan virus Man quarantined after Hong Kong's first preliminary positive test for Wuhan virus HONG KONG: Hong Kong quarantined a 39-year-old man on Wednesday after the city's first preliminary positive result in a test for the new flu-like coronavirus found in an... HONG KONG: Hong Kong quarantined a 39-year-old man on Wednesday after the city's first preliminary... Environment 22 Jan, 2020
Hong Kong on high alert to tackle coronavirus outbreak Hong Kong on high alert to tackle coronavirus outbreak DAVOS, SWITZERLAND: Hong Kong's government is on high alert to deal with a new flu-like coronavirus that has killed nine people in mainland China, the city's commerce... DAVOS, SWITZERLAND: Hong Kong's government is on high alert to deal with a new flu-like coronavirus that... Environment 22 Jan, 2020
Science Says: What to know about the viral outbreak in China Science Says: What to know about the viral outbreak in China Health authorities are closely watching an outbreak of respiratory illness caused by a new virus that originated in China. Governments are stepping up surveillance of... Health authorities are closely watching an outbreak of respiratory illness caused by a new virus that... Environment 22 Jan, 2020
China confirms person-to-person spread of new virus as fourth death reported China confirms person-to-person spread of new virus as fourth death reported Chinese health expert confirms virus can pass person-to-person Fourth person dies from pneumonia in city of Wuhan Authorities have so far confirmed at least 217... Chinese health expert confirms virus can pass person-to-person Fourth person dies from pneumonia... Environment 21 Jan, 2020
Cases of new viral pneumonia in China surpass 200 Cases of new viral pneumonia in China surpass 200 BEIJING: China reported a sharp rise in the number of people infected with a new coronavirus on Monday, including the first cases in the capital. The outbreak coincides... BEIJING: China reported a sharp rise in the number of people infected with a new coronavirus on Monday,... Environment 20 Jan, 2020
China confirms 139 new cases of pneumonia over weekend, virus spreads to new cities China confirms 139 new cases of pneumonia over weekend, virus spreads to new cities SHANGHAI: An outbreak of coronavirus in China is spreading to more cities, Chinese authorities reported on Monday, with 139 new cases found over the weekend, including... SHANGHAI: An outbreak of coronavirus in China is spreading to more cities, Chinese authorities... Environment 20 Jan, 2020
TB patients continue to face medication barrier TB patients continue to face medication barrier Kathmandu, January 18 TB patients continue to experience barriers in access, diagnosis and completion of treatment. Researchers said barriers to access health... Kathmandu, January 18 TB patients continue to experience barriers in access, diagnosis and completion... Environment 19 Jan, 2020
China reports new Wuhan virus cases ahead of key holiday China reports new Wuhan virus cases ahead of key holiday BEIJING: Chinese health authorities said on Saturday they had discovered four more cases of pneumonia following an outbreak of what is believed to be a new coronavirus... BEIJING: Chinese health authorities said on Saturday they had discovered four more cases of pneumonia... Environment 18 Jan, 2020
3 African countries trying out 1st malaria vaccine in babies 3 African countries trying out 1st malaria vaccine in babies TOMALI, MALAWI: A pinch in the leg, a squeal and a trickle of tears. One baby after another in Malawi is getting the first and only vaccine against malaria, one of... TOMALI, MALAWI: A pinch in the leg, a squeal and a trickle of tears. One baby after another in Malawi is... Environment 16 Jan, 2020
US warns citizens in China against pneumonia outbreak US warns citizens in China against pneumonia outbreak BEIJING: The US State Department warned Americans in China about an outbreak of pneumonia in the central city of Wuhan believed to be caused by a new strain of coronavirus,... BEIJING: The US State Department warned Americans in China about an outbreak of pneumonia in the central... Environment 15 Jan, 2020
China pneumonia outbreak not spreading at present: WHO China pneumonia outbreak not spreading at present: WHO LONDON/BEIJING: An outbreak of pneumonia that has killed one person in China and infected 40 others appears to be linked to a single seafood market in the central city... LONDON/BEIJING: An outbreak of pneumonia that has killed one person in China and infected 40 others... Environment 13 Jan, 2020
Environment Cloudy skies, rain and storms likely across country this afternoon and evening With much of the day already underway, the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has forecast unsettled weather conditions for the remaining hours, with rain, thunderstorms and windstorms likely in several parts of the country.
Nepal BP Highway obstructed; vehicles put on hold The BP Highway has been obstructed since this morning following the rise in water level in the Kavrepalanchowk Roshi region due to incessant rain.
Kathmandu Eid al-Fitr enriches sense of mutual harmony and unity: PM Karki Prime Minister Sushila Karki wished that may the festival of Eid al-Fitr contribute to the country's prosperity and stability by enriching mutual respect, harmony and collaboration.
Nepal Traffic halted on Narayangadh–Butwal section due to slippery road Vehicular movement along the Narayangadh–Butwal road section has been disrupted after rainfall turned parts of the highway muddy and slippery.
Nepal Eid-ul-Fitr being celebrated nationwide with joy, festivity The Muslim community across Nepal is celebrating Eid-ul-Fitr today with prayers, greetings and festive gatherings, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan.
Business Storm damages bananas worth over 40 million in Chitwan A powerful storm that struck Chitwan on March 16 has caused damage to banana crops worth over Rs 40 million, officials said.
Nepal PM Karki visits Janaki Temple Prime Minister Sushila Karki today visited and performed worship at the famous religious site Janaki Temple in Janakpurdham.
Environment NDRRMA urges caution as heavy rain, snowfall and storms forecast The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA) has urged the public to remain on high alert as heavy rainfall, snowfall and strong winds are forecast in various parts of the country over the next few days.
Business Gold price drops by Rs 7,800 per tola in a day The price of gold in the domestic market fell sharply by Rs 7,800 per tola on Friday, dropping below the Rs 300,000 mark after a prolonged period.
