Nepal’s ‘fully immunised’ claim questioned after measles outbreak
The outbreak was the first in more than two years, laying bare a vaccination gap and exposing the government’s shallow preparation to eliminate the deadly disease by 2026.
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80.7 billion cubic metres of natural gas confirmed in Nepal’s Dailekh
Commercial production hinges on well testing, say officials.
Nepal’s interim government slashes budget by 14 percent
The Finance Ministry says the revised budget now stands at Rs1.68 trillion, with the government upholding a 6 percent economic growth projection.
Cooking gas shortage persists in Kathmandu ahead of polls
Nepal Oil Corporation blames high demand and refinery disruption, consumer groups allege market irregularities as inspections begin.
Nepal recalls children’s antibiotic over quality issues
Officials admit they are unsure whether the substandard medicines are still on the market or have already been sold and consumed.
Nepal’s elusive pest controller of the forests under grave threat
Conservationists stress the need to preserve this elusive mammal, which faces growing threats from poaching, habitat loss and poor public awareness about conservation.
US court lets Trump administration end Temporary Protection Status for Nepalis
Over 7,000 Nepalis living in the US are now at risk of detention and deportation.
Over 60 % of Nepal’s households use sewage-contaminated water
The presence of microbes, which are generally found in human faeces, makes the water unsafe to drink, doctors say.
Daily bread beats ballot for Nepali youths on seasonal migration
Most say they would vote if they could, but missing work in India could cost them a year’s income.
Nepal EV imports fall 14.5 percent in first half as China border disruption hits supply
Prolonged closure of northern trade points curbs electric vehicle inflow despite strong domestic demand, while imports of conventional vehicles also decline.