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Nationwide Hotel And Restaurant Inspection Drive

The Ministry of Home Affairs has ordered District Administration Offices across Nepal to conduct regular and surprise inspections of hotels and restaurants after complaints about poor food quality and hygiene. The ministry has also directed officials to take strict action against unsafe food practices and set up easy complaint systems for the public.

Sealed Water Bottle Safety Concern In Siraha

A sealed bottle of Rishi Jal water kept for sale at a hotel in Lahan, Siraha, was found with a lizard inside, raising serious concerns about drinking water safety. Following a consumer complaint and inspection, KB & Sons Nepal Company was fined NPR 200,000 and ordered to recall the affected batch from the market.

MacKenzie Scott Becomes America's Biggest Philanthropist After Donating Nearly USD 7 billion In One Year

MacKenzie Scott donated nearly USD 7 billion (around Rs 10.6 kharab) to charities in 2025, accounting for about one-third of all major charitable megagifts made in the United States. Her total lifetime giving through Yield Giving has now exceeded USD 26.3 billion (around Rs 39.9 kharab), making her one of the world's most influential philanthropists.

Cancer Treatment Support Nearly Doubles As Nepal Faces Rising Disease Burden

The number of cancer patients receiving government treatment support in Nepal has nearly doubled over the past four years, reflecting the country's growing cancer burden. Health experts warn that tobacco use, unhealthy diets, alcohol consumption, obesity, and physical inactivity are driving the rise, while stressing that early detection remains the best way to improve survival.

67 Nepalese D*e In Japan As Financial Pressure And Mental Health Concerns Grow

At least 67 Nepalese citizens d*ed in Japan over the past ten months, including 25 su*cide cases, with many victims being student visa holders working part-time. Rising living costs, education loans, work restrictions, and weak support systems have raised serious concerns about the wellbeing of Nepalese living in Japan.

Asian Development Bank Approves Rs. 17.35 Arba Loan To Improve Water And Sanitation In Nepal

Germany Commits 37.6 Million Euros For Nepal's Development Priorities

Germany has committed 37.6 million euros in development assistance to Nepal for the 2026–2027 period, focusing on key sectors including energy, health, and sustainable economic growth. The commitment was made during bilateral development cooperation talks held in Kathmandu, where both countries agreed to deepen their long-standing partnership.

Nepal Sent Kids To War; One Never Forgets

In 2002, Maoist guerrillas walked into a school in Kavre and recruited 12 year old Lenin Bista training him to make bombs, spy on army bases, and fight a war where two of his classmates died beside him. Twenty years later, after being labelled disqualified, paid just Rs 10,000 and jailed for his activism, Nepal's Supreme Court finally declared what was done to him and 4,000 other children a heinous war crime.

More Than 8,300 Kathmandu Households Identified As Vulnerable Ahead Of Monsoon Season

Kathmandu Metropolitan City has approved a monsoon preparedness plan after identifying 128 flood-prone locations across the city. The plan estimates that more than 8,300 households could be affected by flooding and inundation during this year's monsoon season.

Nepal Budget 2083/84: Income Tax Relief Limit Raised From Rs 5 Lakh To Rs 10 Lakh

Nepal Budget 2083/84 has increased the income tax relief limit from Rs 5 lakh to Rs 10 lakh. Finance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagle announced the new tax provision in Parliament.

The child nutrition allowance for Dalit children

The Government of Nepal has announced that the child nutrition allowance for Dalit children will be doubled under the budget 2083/84.

Tosima Karki Urges Government To Raise Tobacco Tax To At Least 50%

RSP MP and health department chief Dr. Tosima Karki has urged the Government of Nepal to raise taxes on tobacco products to at least 50%. She said higher tax on tobacco is important to reduce consumption, protect public health, and support the long-term sustainability of Nepal’s health insurance system.

Experts Suggest Making Income Up To NRs 12 Lakh Tax-Free In Nepal

Experts and stakeholders have suggested raising Nepal’s income tax exemption limit to NRs 12 lakh, saying it could reduce pressure on low and middle-income earners amid rising living costs.

UML Returns Rs 3.86 Crore To State Treasury Over VIP Foreign Medical Treatment Expenses

UML has returned nearly Rs 3.86 crore to Nepal’s state treasury after controversy over foreign medical treatment expenses linked to former VIP officials including Ram Baran Yadav, KP Sharma Oli and Jhalanath Khanal.

Nepal elected unanimously at WHO assembly

Nepal Elected Vice President Of 79th World Health Assembly During WHO Meeting In Geneva As Health Minister Nisha Mehata Represents Country At Global Health Gathering

Ramesh Prasai Proposes Up To 50% Tax Hike On Alcohol And Cigarettes To Fund Free Healthcare In Nepal

Lawmaker Ramesh Prasai has urged the government to increase taxes on alcohol and cigarettes by up to 50% and use the extra revenue to provide free healthcare for poor and low-income citizens in Nepal.

Mountain Dew Batch No. 168 Removed From Market After Food Safety Inspection

Government Orders Immediate Removal of Mountain Dew Batch Produced by Varun Beverages After Reported Health Issues Raise Safety Concerns

Top Wellness Trends of 2026 — From AI Health Tracking to 'Brain Wealth' and Longevity Living

From AI-powered biomarker tracking to cold therapy, longevity homes, and "bioharmony" nutrition — here are the biggest wellness trends shaping how people live and feel in 2026.

Hantavirus Outbreak on Cruise Ship Kills 3 — WHO Says Public Risk Is Low

A rare hantavirus outbreak aboard the MV Hondius cruise ship has killed 3 and infected 8 passengers. WHO and CDC are monitoring the situation as the ship docks in the Canary Islands.

Vaping Likely Causes Cancer, Major Research Review Warns

A sweeping new research review concludes that e-cigarettes likely contribute to cancer risk, based on biomarker, animal, and laboratory data — though definitive proof may take years more.

Dengue cases climb across Terai districts as monsoon prolongs

Health authorities issue advisory; 1,420 confirmed cases in the past four weeks.

New Healthcare Initiative to Provide Free Treatment to Millions

Government expands healthcare coverage to include more diseases under the scheme.