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Over 100,000 Pfizer vaccines donated by the US arrive in Nepal

Published On: October 25, 2021 02:47 PM NPT By: Sangay Sherpa

KATHMANDU, Oct 25: The United States of America has donated as many as 100,620 doses of Pfizer vaccines against COVID-19 to Nepal today.

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Some budget holiday destinations for Nepali travelers this Dashain

Published On: September 30, 2021 10:00 AM NPT By: Sangay Sherpa

KATHMANDU, Sept 29: For a sizable section of international tourists, Nepal is one of the top travel destinations. They come to enjoy views of the majestic Himalayas, the cultural diversity and adventure tourism that the country has to offer. However, the arrival of foreign tourists has come to a halt following the COVID-19 pandemic.

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COVID-19 in Nepal: Delta variant detected in 41 out of 42 samples

Published On: September 28, 2021 04:58 PM NPT By: Sangay Sherpa

KATHMANDU, Sept 28: A study carried out through gene sequencing of the novel coronavirus has confirmed the presence of the ‘Delta variant’ in Nepal. The genetic study conducted at the Central Department of Biotechnology and the National Public Health Laboratory has shown traces of the delta variant in 41 samples.

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Buddha Air flight with 73 passengers onboard lands safely in Kathmandu despite landing gear failure

Published On: September 27, 2021 11:35 AM NPT By: Sangay Sherpa

KATHMANDU, Sept 27: An aircraft belonging to the Buddha Air that was unable to land at the Biratnagar Airport early today due to some technical issues with its landing gear has landed safely at the Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) in Kathmandu.

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MCC should be passed after revising some provisions: Thapa

Published On: September 24, 2021 04:00 PM NPT By: Sangay Sherpa

KATHMANDU, Sept 24: Former Home Minister and politburo member of the main opposition CPN-UML, Ram Bahadur Thapa has said that the American Millenium Challenge Corporation (MCC) agreement should be passed after revising a few provisions.

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40 percent of Valley’s population fully vaccinated against COVID-19

Published On: September 22, 2021 04:03 PM NPT By: Sangay Sherpa

KATHMANDU, Sept 22: As much as 40 percent of the population of the Kathmandu Valley has been fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Following the start of the vaccination campaign, 40 percent of people in the Kathmandu Valley have been administered both doses of COVID-19 vaccines.

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Handicraft entrepreneurs wary of decreasing orders and slow business

Published On: September 18, 2021 01:49 PM NPT By: Sangay Sherpa

KATHMANDU, Sept 18: Nepali handicraft is one of the most exported products of the country. The handicrafts carry a touch of the country’s history and art and are exported across the world. The global handicraft market value was worth Rs 84 trillion in 2020.

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China thanks Nepal for support on COVID-19 origin controversy

Published On: August 31, 2021 01:41 PM NPT By: Sangay Sherpa

KATHMANDU, August 31: China has expressed its gratitude to Nepal for “always adhering to an objective and fair position and giving valuable support on the issue of origin tracing of the COVID-19 infection. Issuing a press release on Monday, Chinese spokesperson to Nepal, Luan Xituan remarked that Nepal has always supported China by taking a fair stand on the origin of COVID-19.

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Yartung festival celebrated in Muktinath-1, but just for formality, again

Published On: August 23, 2021 11:38 AM NPT By: Sangay Sherpa

KATHMANDU, August 23: Yartung festival is one of the most important festivals for the people of Baragaun Muktichhetra Rural Municipality of Mustang district. It is celebrated by the ethnic Gurungs and Thakuri people, who reside in the region. The day marks the start of the winter season and locals in various settlements inside the municipality gather to celebrate and enjoy the festival.

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Home ministry urges people not to throng religious sites during festivals

Published On: August 22, 2021 03:45 PM NPT By: Sangay Sherpa

KATHMANDU, August 22: The Ministry of Home Affairs has urged the people to maintain safety and health protocols while celebrating festivals and buying essential goods on a daily basis.

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Manaslu conservation area records lowest number of tourists in 23 years

Published On: August 18, 2021 04:30 PM NPT By: Sangay Sherpa

GORKHA, August 18: Only 194 international tourists visited the Manaslu Conservation Area in the fiscal year 2020/21, arguably due to the COVID-19 pandemic. According to the Manaslu Conservation Area Project (MCAP), 74 tourists visited the region in March while 56 others visited Manaslu in April.

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Devotees throng Pashupatinath Temple despite high risk of COVID-19 infection

Published On: August 16, 2021 01:06 PM NPT By: Sangay Sherpa

KATHMANDU, August 16: The infection rate of COVID-19 infection is increasing on a daily basis across the country. Prohibitory order has been enforced to some extent in the capital and the administration has been urging the residents to avoid large gatherings to avoid further spread of COVID-19.

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Tourism entrepreneurs demand vaccine against COVID-19 within 30 days

Published On: August 11, 2021 01:44 PM NPT By: Sangay Sherpa

KATHMANDU, August 11: Different umbrella organizations related with tourism have demanded vaccines for tourism entrepreneurs, employees and staffers deputed in the frontline at tourism destinations against COVID-19 within 30 days.

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Nearly 3,000 int’l tourists visited Nepal in July

Published On: August 3, 2021 01:38 PM NPT By: Sangay Sherpa

KATHMANDU, August 3: As many as 2,991 international tourists entered Nepal in July through the Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA), according to the Department of Immigration.

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Preparations underway to vaccinate all age groups within this year

Published On: July 28, 2021 11:57 AM NPT By: Sangay Sherpa

KATHMANDU, July 28: The Ministry of Health and Population (MoHP) has announced plans to continue the vaccination campaign that was halted due to the lack of vaccines for the mass. The announcement has been made after Nepal received vaccines as support from other nations, organizations and through procurement process.

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Settlements across Kathmandu Valley at risk of floods

Published On: July 25, 2021 11:43 AM NPT By: Sangay Sherpa

Kathmandu, July 25: Lack of proper drainage and incessant rain has left many parts of the Kathmandu valley waterlogged. Although the water levels in the rivers inside the valley are decreasing, settlements have been waterlogged due to the lack of proper drainage inside the Valley.

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Kathmandu DAO permits movement of long-distance vehicles

Published On: July 23, 2021 03:52 PM NPT By: Sangay Sherpa

KATHMANDU, July 23: The Kathmandu DAO permitted the movement of long-distance public vehicles to make it easier for people attending the upcoming TU exams and the Public Service Commission exams.

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Experts suggest to PM Deuba to prepare for a third wave of COVID-19

Published On: July 21, 2021 06:23 PM NPT By: Sangay Sherpa

Kathmandu, July 21: As many as 16 experts of Nepal Public Health Foundation have suggested to Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba 18 steps for preparations needed to tackle the risk of a third wave of COVID-19.

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Ill-managed vaccine centers could accelerate risk of third wave

Published On: July 17, 2021 02:17 PM NPT By: Sangay Sherpa

KATHMANDU, July 17: “The lack of proper management in vaccination campaigns which took place last year were also one of the causes of the increase in the infection rate,” Pun said. “People can be seen quarreling with each other and security personnel while gathering to receive the vaccines. Some of them are not even covering their mouths properly. I fear the ongoing problems surrounding the vaccination centers could infect many people in the upcoming days,” he said.

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