New Delhi (NVI): Two new persons have been tested positive for coronavirus in Nepal, taking the total number of COVID-19 cases to 278, local media reports said.
According to the Ministry of Health and Population, a 52-year-old man from Mahottari and a 26-year-old man from Kavre tested positive for the virus.
The health condition of all patients is normal and they are in contact with health officials, the ministry added.
Earlier today, nine cases were confirmed in Kapilvastu, Bardiya, Siraha, Parsa, Sarlahi and Chitwan.
With the authorities expediting testing, more cases are being reported from across the country.
Among the total infected persons, 224 are males while 54 are females.
So far, 36 patients have been cured or discharged.
