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A special makeshift hospital designated for the treatment of COVID-19 patients is to be brought into operation in Chitwan district.

US Embassy to cancel visa services from Tuesday
As of March 17, 2020, the United States Embassy in Kathmandu, Nepal is cancelling routine Diversity Visa and nonimmigrant visa appointments.

Nepal Now Amid Growing Concern of Corona Virus Outbreak
Here's a short video by NTB where many visitors to Nepal have been asked how safe they feel in Nepal in respect to Coronavirus

Notice regarding suspension of Trekking Permit
High Level Co-ordination Committee for Prevention and Control of COVID-19 has decided on 11th March 2020 to take necessary precautionary measures and preparations to prevent and control infection of COVID-19.

Nepal government puts all tourist visas on hold and cancels all spring climbing expeditions
The visa suspension will begin March 14 and last until the end of April, depriving Nepal of millions in Everest climbing fees.