Have no doubt about supply situation: Minister Bhatta
Nepali consumers are living with the blockade psychology which has forced them to store the essential goods amidst the threat of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, said Minister for Industry, Commerce and Supplies Lekh Raj Bhatta.
Nepal leaves India, China behind in TPCC status
Status of a blue-helmet wearing Nepal Army peacekeeping soldiers in the world was improved, ranking the fourth among 122 countries in the Troops and Police Contributing Country (TPCC) of the United Nations. The TPCC status of NA rose to the fourth position from fifth position earlier.
Govt decides to close cinemas, dance bars, stadium, swimming pools, clubs
The government has decided to shut down cinema halls, gyms, dance bars and clubs and other similar spots till April 30 to prevent possible spread of COVID-19.
NA tests operational readiness for treating COVID-19 patients (photo feature)
Some 181 technical personnel of the NA were also imparted with the preparatory training as making an isolation ward or quarantining an infected person needs different types of technical professionals in addition to medical professionals.
SEE preparations complete: unnecessary gathering of people at exam centres banned
This year's Secondary Education Examination (SEE) is taking place from tomorrow or March 19. The National Examinations Board, Office of the Controller of Examinations has said all preparations for the exam have been completed.
Avoid visiting hospitals for minor check-ups: Medics
Doctors associated with the National Doctors Association (NDA) have urged people to avoid visiting hospitals except for emergency cases as a public health tactic to slow down the transmission and spread of novel coronavirus (COVID-19).
Over 5,200 projects listed in project bank
Above 5,200 projects have been registered in the National Project Bank (NPB) so far. Different ministries have registered 5,217 projects in the NPB by Monday, according to National Planning Commission sources.
Mother fights leopard to save child
A woman in Tanahun has set an example in motherhood by rescuing her infant daughter from the jaws of a leopard.
Youngsters getting out of touch with Nepali language
Bibek Rijal, 22, cannot speak a full sentence in Nepali without inserting a few English words. He admits that he finds many Nepali words and phrases confusing and prefers using their “simpler” English alternatives. But he can still be seen mouthing away in English even when the Nepali terms are shorter and easier than the English ones he is using.
Karnali State's spending 11 percent in eight months
It is said the capital expenditure was so low because of the failure of office and employees' management, and geographical remoteness. The Karnali State had allocated Rs 34.35 billion budget for the fiscal year. Out of which, the spending is Rs 3.74 billion. Similarly, the capital expenditure out of total expenditure is Rs 1.46 billion.
COVID-19 fear prompts drastic cuts in international flights
The international airlines companies operating flights to and from TIA have cut the number of flights significantly after the global spread of coronavirus infection.
Curfew clamped in Panauti for indefinite period
The Kavre District Administration Office has enforced curfew in some areas of Panauti bazaar for indefinite time since 9.00am this morning.
Govt to add 120-bed ICU wards in Valley to battle COVID-19
With the sharp rise in the respiratory disease novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) cases across the globe, the government has decided to immediately prepare 120 bedded Intensive Care Unit (ICU) wards in the Kathmandu Valley for the treatment of potential COVID-19 patients.
Social media painting alarming pictures of virus outbreak
While the outbreak of COVID-19, also known as novel coronavirus, has gripped the world, the social media have only been intensifying the fear of the virus amongst people, leading to consequential market shortage and black marketing of all the essential commodities.
Kharipati isolation camp vacant after Wuhan returnees’ departure
The Nepal Electricity Authority training centre in Kharipati, Bhaktapur, which has been converted into a temporary isolation facility for 175 Nepali students evacuated from Wuhan, China, has remained vacant since the students left it and is controlled by Nepali Army.
India to provide Rs 107 million grant to Nepal to build school buildings
Government of India has agreed to provide Rs 107 million worth grant to the Government of Nepal to build school buildings in Darchula, Dhanusha and Kapilvastu districts.
Govt to mobilise volunteers at local level against COVID-19
A ministerial level joint meeting of the Ministry of Health and Population and the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology on March 13 took a decision in this regard.
Kulungkot in Tanahun amazes tourists from home, abroad
When Bikash Khanal, a hotelier in Damauli, visited Kulung village for the first time on Saturday, the majestic view of the mountains took his breathe away.
Govt to tighten cross-border mobility to check entry of COVID-19
The government has decided to further tighten the cross-border mobility of people to check the entry of COVID-19 in the country.
Gandaki State to build Galyang-Chapakot road
Gandaki State government has shown interest to upgrade the Galyang-Chapakot road, the oldest road in the district.
