ADB provides USD100 million loan to strengthen fiscal federalism in Nepal ADB provides USD100 million loan to strengthen fiscal federalism in Nepal The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is set to extend USD 100 million in concessional loan assistance to Nepal to support fiscal federalism, enhance public financial management, and improve budgetary systems across federal, provincial, and local levels. The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is set to extend USD 100 million in concessional loan assistance to Nepal to support fiscal federalism, enhance public financial management, and improve budgetary systems across federal, provincial, and local levels. Business 18 h ago
Ncell Foundation to distribute over 2,400 educational kits linked to NPL Season 2 Ncell Foundation to distribute over 2,400 educational kits linked to NPL Season 2 Ncell Foundation has announced it will distribute 2,428 educational kits to students of government and community schools across Nepal, fulfilling its commitment made during the Nepal Premier League (NPL) Season 2. Ncell Foundation has announced it will distribute 2,428 educational kits to students of government and community schools across Nepal, fulfilling its commitment made during the Nepal Premier League (NPL) Season 2. Business 21 h ago
Gold rebounds, silver crosses Rs 4,000 per tola Gold rebounds, silver crosses Rs 4,000 per tola Gold price rebounded in the domestic market on Wednesday, rising by Rs 700 per tola, while silver recorded a sharp surge, hitting a historic high. Gold price rebounded in the domestic market on Wednesday, rising by Rs 700 per tola, while silver recorded a sharp surge, hitting a historic high. Business 23 h ago
Govt allows use of Rs 200 and Rs 500 Indian currency notes Govt allows use of Rs 200 and Rs 500 Indian currency notes The government has decided to allow the use of Indian currency notes of Rs 200 and Rs 500 denominations, permitting individuals to carry up to INR 25,000. The government has decided to allow the use of Indian currency notes of Rs 200 and Rs 500 denominations, permitting individuals to carry up to INR 25,000. Business 1d ago
Petrol price increases Rs 2 per litre; diesel, kerosene reduced by Rs 4 Petrol price increases Rs 2 per litre; diesel, kerosene reduced by Rs 4 Nepal Oil Corporation (NOC) has raised petrol prices by Rs 2 per litre while reducing diesel and kerosene prices by Rs 4 per litre, effective from midnight on Monday. Nepal Oil Corporation (NOC) has raised petrol prices by Rs 2 per litre while reducing diesel and kerosene prices by Rs 4 per litre, effective from midnight on Monday. Business 1d ago
US dollar hits record high against Nepali rupee US dollar hits record high against Nepali rupee The US dollar reached an all-time high against the Nepali rupee on Tuesday, according to the Nepal Rastra Bank. The US dollar reached an all-time high against the Nepali rupee on Tuesday, according to the Nepal Rastra Bank. Business 1d ago
Siddhartha Bank customers get up to 20% discount at Soltee Hotels Siddhartha Bank customers get up to 20% discount at Soltee Hotels Siddhartha Bank has entered into an agreement with The Soltee Hotels and Resorts, offering bank customers discounts of up to 20 percent on various services. Siddhartha Bank has entered into an agreement with The Soltee Hotels and Resorts, offering bank customers discounts of up to 20 percent on various services. Business 1d ago
MetLife Nepal marks 24 years of operations MetLife Nepal marks 24 years of operations MetLife Nepal marked its 24th anniversary this month, highlighting its growth and continued commitment to providing insurance protection to millions of Nepalis. MetLife Nepal marked its 24th anniversary this month, highlighting its growth and continued commitment to providing insurance protection to millions of Nepalis. Business 1d ago
BYD Dolphin crosses 1 million global sales, over 2,500 units sold in Nepal BYD Dolphin crosses 1 million global sales, over 2,500 units sold in Nepal The BYD Dolphin electric hatchback has crossed the milestone of one million global sales, with Nepal emerging as a strong contributor to the model’s success. The BYD Dolphin electric hatchback has crossed the milestone of one million global sales, with Nepal emerging as a strong contributor to the model’s success. Business 1d ago
vivo launches X300 Pro smartphone in Nepal vivo launches X300 Pro smartphone in Nepal Smartphone brand vivo has launched its latest flagship device, the vivo X300 Pro, in the Nepali market, positioning it as a premium phone focused on professional-grade mobile photography. Smartphone brand vivo has launched its latest flagship device, the vivo X300 Pro, in the Nepali market, positioning it as a premium phone focused on professional-grade mobile photography. Business 1d ago
Standard Chartered Bank Nepal holds 39th AGM, declares 19% cash dividend Standard Chartered Bank Nepal holds 39th AGM, declares 19% cash dividend Standard Chartered Bank Nepal Limited (SCBNL) held its 39th Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Kathmandu on Monday, endorsing its financial statements and announcing a 19 percent cash dividend for shareholders. Standard Chartered Bank Nepal Limited (SCBNL) held its 39th Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Kathmandu on Monday, endorsing its financial statements and announcing a 19 percent cash dividend for shareholders. Business 1d ago
Soltee Hotel Limited holds 51st AGM, appoints Dinesh Bahadur Bista as executive chair Soltee Hotel Limited holds 51st AGM, appoints Dinesh Bahadur Bista as executive chair Soltee Hotel Limited has successfully concluded its 51st Annual General Meeting, endorsing key financial proposals and appointing a new board of directors. Soltee Hotel Limited has successfully concluded its 51st Annual General Meeting, endorsing key financial proposals and appointing a new board of directors. Business 1d ago
Gold price falls by Rs 1,700 per tola after hitting record high Gold price falls by Rs 1,700 per tola after hitting record high After reaching a historic high of Rs 260,700 per tola on Monday, gold prices in the domestic market declined by Rs 1,700 per tola on Tuesday, failing to maintain the upward momentum. After reaching a historic high of Rs 260,700 per tola on Monday, gold prices in the domestic market declined by Rs 1,700 per tola on Tuesday, failing to maintain the upward momentum. Business 1d ago
Remittance inflows increase 31.4 percent in four months: NRB Remittance inflows increase 31.4 percent in four months: NRB Remittance inflows increased by 31.4 percent to Rs 687.13 billion in the first four months of FY 2025/26, compared to a 9.4 percent rise in the same period of the previous fiscal year. Remittance inflows increased by 31.4 percent to Rs 687.13 billion in the first four months of FY 2025/26, compared to a 9.4 percent rise in the same period of the previous fiscal year. Business 2d ago
Commercial Banks say NRB's QR rules tilt market toward private operators Commercial Banks say NRB's QR rules tilt market toward private operators Commercial banks have raised concerns over what they describe as an uneven regulatory environment in Nepal’s digital payment sector, alleging that Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has stopped issuing QR code licences to banks while favouring a handful of private operators. Commercial banks have raised concerns over what they describe as an uneven regulatory environment in Nepal’s digital payment sector, alleging that Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has stopped issuing QR code licences to banks while favouring a handful of private operators. Business 2d ago
Gold price hits fresh record, crosses Rs 260,000 per tola Gold price hits fresh record, crosses Rs 260,000 per tola Gold price in the domestic market surged to a new historic high on Monday, crossing the Rs 260,000-per-tola mark following a sharp increase of Rs 1,900 per tola. Gold price in the domestic market surged to a new historic high on Monday, crossing the Rs 260,000-per-tola mark following a sharp increase of Rs 1,900 per tola. Business 2d ago
Gorkha Brewery, Khalisisi launch nationwide bottle recycling initiative Gorkha Brewery, Khalisisi launch nationwide bottle recycling initiative Gorkha Brewery, part of the Carlsberg Group, has partnered with waste-management firm Khalisisi to launch a nationwide recycling campaign under the theme “Never Leave a Bottle Behind.” Gorkha Brewery, part of the Carlsberg Group, has partnered with waste-management firm Khalisisi to launch a nationwide recycling campaign under the theme “Never Leave a Bottle Behind.” Business 14 Dec, 2025
18,500 cannabis plants destroyed in Sarlahi 18,500 cannabis plants destroyed in Sarlahi Police have destroyed around 18,500 cannabis plants illegally cultivated across approximately three and a half bighas of land in the northern Chure region of Sarlahi. Police have destroyed around 18,500 cannabis plants illegally cultivated across approximately three and a half bighas of land in the northern Chure region of Sarlahi. Business 14 Dec, 2025
Gold hits record high at Rs 258,800 per tola, silver drops Gold hits record high at Rs 258,800 per tola, silver drops Gold price reached a historic peak in the domestic market on Sunday, climbing Rs 2,200 per tola to cross the previous record of Rs 258,000 set on Asoj 31. Gold price reached a historic peak in the domestic market on Sunday, climbing Rs 2,200 per tola to cross the previous record of Rs 258,000 set on Asoj 31. Business 14 Dec, 2025
Moxy Hotels makes Nepal debut with opening in Kathmandu Moxy Hotels makes Nepal debut with opening in Kathmandu Moxy Hotels, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio, has officially debuted in Nepal with the opening of Moxy Kathmandu, marking a new chapter in the country’s lifestyle hospitality segment. Moxy Hotels, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio, has officially debuted in Nepal with the opening of Moxy Kathmandu, marking a new chapter in the country’s lifestyle hospitality segment. Business 13 Dec, 2025
Entertainment The Queen of Disco: Donna Summer is posthumously inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame The annual Songwriters Hall of Fame gala does not usually include posthumous inductions; those are reserved for separate events.
Sports Carey's hometown century and Khawaja's 82 help Australia reach 326-8 on Day 1 of 3rd Ashes test After scoring his first Ashes century, which he dedicated to his late father and his family, Carey said in a TV interview he'd probably rather discuss the 2023 episode than dwell on the emotions of his big innings.
World EU leaders prepare to take unprecedented steps to help Ukraine at a high-stakes summit European Union leaders are about to attempt something they’ve never tried before.
Science and Tech Saturn's moon Titan may not have a buried ocean as long suspected, new study suggests Saturn's giant moon Titan may not have a vast underground ocean after all.
World Putin warns that Russia will seek to extend its gains in Ukraine if peace talks fail As Russia continues its grinding advances in many sectors of the front, it also pummeled Ukraine with daily missile and drone strikes.
Nepal Two Nepali Elephants Flown to Qatar as Diplomatic Gift Two tuskers gifted by the Nepal government to the Qatar government were flown to Qatar on Wednesday.
Kathmandu Chinese Ambassador pays farewell call on PM Karki Chinese Ambassador to Nepal Chen Song paid a farewell call on PM Sushila Karki at Singha Durbar on Wednesday.
Sports APF Club enters finals of SAFF Women's Club Championship The final of the championship will be held at the same venue on December 20.
Nepal 1,100 delegates cast votes in UML 11th National Congress Altogether, 2,263 delegates are participating in the UML National Congress.
