Parbat — For the first time in 35 years of its operation, Parbat Provincial Hospital has begun offering specialist medical services. Though originally permitted to operate just 15 beds by the government, the hospital had already been providing services with 64 beds. Recently, it was officially upgraded to a 50-bed hospital following a ministerial decision by the Gandaki Provincial Government. However, the expected staffing arrangements post-upgrade have yet to be fully implemented. Despite this, through internal management and coordination with the Provincial Ministry of Health, the hospital has now started services from specialists in orthopedics, pediatrics, and gynecology, according to…
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Chitwan — Honey samples from 11 farms in Chitwan have been found to be rich in nutrients and meet national quality standards, according to recent lab tests conducted by the Department of Food Technology and Quality Control. Sujan Amgain, head of the Beekeeping Development Center in Bhandara, confirmed that the honey—sourced from mustard, chiuri, buckwheat, rudilo, and wild flora—was tested and proven to be nutritious and of high quality. The samples were collected jointly by the Beekeeping Development Center and the Prime Minister Agriculture Modernization Project. “All tested samples showed excellent levels of Hydroxymethylfurfural (HMF), a key quality indicator,” said…
Kathmandu — Goma Shrestha, a student from a brick kiln in Sudal, Changunarayan Municipality-8, Bhaktapur, has achieved a remarkable milestone by scoring a perfect 4.0 GPA in this year’s SEE (Secondary Education Examination). Balancing labor and learning, Goma worked at the brick kiln alongside her parents while continuing her studies. Her inspiring story of perseverance and success caught national attention, prompting Bhatbhateni Supermarket Chairperson Min Bahadur Gurung and his wife Sabitri Gurung to fully sponsor her educational journey. At a felicitation event on Thursday, the Gurung couple honored Goma with a certificate, a laptop, and a cash prize of NPR…
Kathmandu — The Patan High Court has issued a show cause order against Dr. Sanjeev Tiwari, General Secretary of the Nepal Medical Association, in a contempt of court case. The order, issued by a joint bench of Justices Shyam Kumar Bhattarai and Hemanta Rawal, follows a petition filed by the Consumer Rights Protection Forum. The court has directed Dr. Tiwari to appear in person within seven days and provide a clear explanation — along with evidence — as to why he should not be held in contempt. The case stems from public remarks made by Dr. Tiwari and an official…
Kathmandu — Nepal observed the 10th National Yoga Day today under the theme “Yoga for a Healthy Society, Prosperous Nepal, and World Peace.” Various programs were held across the country to celebrate the day. The government officially declared January 15 (Magh 1) as National Yoga Day during a cabinet meeting in 2015, following a proposal by then Minister for Peace and Reconstruction, Narahari Acharya. The Ministry of Education was assigned to coordinate the celebrations. Yoga, rooted in the Vedic traditions of the Himalayas, had seen a decline in Nepal but is now experiencing a revival. Once practiced by sages for…
Mahendranagar (Dhanusha), November 10 – Since the decentralization of healthcare through the Madhesh Provincial Government, improvements in the health sector have begun to surface, according to officials. At the annual review meeting for the fiscal year 2079/80 organized by the Provincial Health Directorate, participants shared that despite limited resources, the province is making steady progress in healthcare services. Vice Chairperson of the Provincial Policy and Planning Commission, Nathuprasad Chaudhary, noted that although health posts have been established in most local wards, the delivery of quality healthcare services to the public remains a challenge. “Madhesh Province still has one of the…
Kathmandu, December 13 – The Manmohan Cardiothoracic Vascular and Transplant Center, operated under Tribhuvan University and known for its specialized services in heart, vascular, and pulmonary care, has cited lack of space as a major hurdle in expanding its services. Executive Director Dr. Ratnamani Gajurel stated that although the center is preparing to launch nuclear cardiology services in the near future, the plan has stalled due to insufficient infrastructure. Nuclear cardiology is an advanced technology used for diagnosing and treating heart conditions. Although an annex building was constructed earlier, it currently houses OPD and operation theatres, leaving no dedicated space…
Kanchanpur – Once considered a seasonal disease appearing only during summer and monsoon, dengue infections are now being reported throughout the year in Sudurpaschim Province, attributed to the growing impact of climate change. According to Hemraj Joshi, Information Officer at the Provincial Health Emergency Operation Center, the extended breeding season of mosquitoes, abnormal temperature rise, and irregular rainfall patterns have significantly contributed to the year-round presence of dengue. “Previously, dengue was only seen during the hot and rainy seasons, but now it is appearing even during colder months,” said Joshi. “The rise in ambient temperature has allowed mosquitoes to survive…
Gulmi – Three members of a single family in Digamchaur, Musikot Municipality-4 of Gulmi district fell seriously ill after consuming poisonous mushrooms, according to the District Police Office, Gulmi. The affected individuals have been identified as Phulmaya Kumal (68), Thamman Bahadur Kumal (76), and Geeta Kumal (36). They had reportedly collected mushrooms from a nearby forest yesterday afternoon and cooked them for a meal. Later that night, they experienced severe symptoms including headaches, dizziness, and vomiting. As their condition worsened, they were urgently referred to Lumbini Medical College in Prabhas, Palpa, police said. Authorities have urged the public to exercise…
Nawalparasi – A 40-lakh-rupee Ayurvedic dispensary building constructed in Palhinandan Rural Municipality–4 of West Nawalparasi remains unused two years after its completion. Though the building’s physical construction is complete, it has yet to come into operation, forcing the local Ayurvedic branch to continue providing services from a Nepal Gandak Canal building. According to Ram Ekbal Yadav from the Ayurvedic dispensary branch, the main structure is complete, but essential technical works and the entrance gate have yet to be finished, making it impossible to begin patient services from the new building. Palhinandan Rural Municipality, which funded the NPR 4 million project,…