Premier wins Diplomathon overall best delegation for second consecutive year

Premier wins Diplomathon overall best delegation for second consecutive year

Premier International IB Continuum School has won the Overall Best Delegation title at the Diplomathon World Symposium 2026 for the second consecutive year, securing eight of the 12 awards presented at the event.

Premier International IB Continuum School has won the Overall Best Delegation title at the Diplomathon World Symposium 2026 for the second consecutive year, securing eight of the 12 awards presented at the event.

Business 10 h ago

Nepal growth projected to slow to 3.7% after Rasuwa flood: World Bank

Nepal growth projected to slow to 3.7% after Rasuwa flood: World Bank

Nepal's economic growth is projected to slow to 3.7 percent in fiscal year 2026-27 following the devastating Aug. 26 Rasuwa flood, which damaged critical infrastructure and disrupted economic activity, according to the World Bank's latest Nepal Development Update.

Nepal's economic growth is projected to slow to 3.7 percent in fiscal year 2026-27 following the devastating Aug. 26 Rasuwa flood, which damaged critical infrastructure and disrupted economic activity, according to the World Bank's latest Nepal Development Update.

Business 12 h ago

'Kriti Connect' held ahead of 13th Kriti Awards

'Kriti Connect' held ahead of 13th Kriti Awards

Advertising Association of Nepal (AAN) has organised a programme titled ‘Kriti Connect’ as part of the preparations for the 13th Kriti Awards 2083.

Advertising Association of Nepal (AAN) has organised a programme titled ‘Kriti Connect’ as part of the preparations for the 13th Kriti Awards 2083.

Business 14 h ago

Finance Minister Wagle meets World Bank chief on Nepal flood aid

Finance Minister Wagle meets World Bank chief on Nepal flood aid

​​​​​​​Finance Minister Dr Swarnim Wagle met Ajay Banga, president of the World Bank Group, at the institution's headquarters in Washington, DC, on Monday to discuss continued support for Nepal's recovery, rehabilitation and reconstruction following recent devastating floods.

​​​​​​​Finance Minister Dr Swarnim Wagle met Ajay Banga, president of the World Bank Group, at the institution's headquarters in Washington, DC, on Monday to discuss continued support for Nepal's recovery, rehabilitation and reconstruction following recent devastating floods.

Business 16 h ago

Global IME Bank Limited to hold its 20th AGM today

Global IME Bank Limited to hold its 20th AGM today

Global IME Bank Limited is set to hold its 20th Annual General Meeting (AGM) on October 2, marking two decades of operations during which the bank has expanded its financial base, customer reach, nationwide service network and digital banking capabilities.

Global IME Bank Limited is set to hold its 20th Annual General Meeting (AGM) on October 2, marking two decades of operations during which the bank has expanded its financial base, customer reach, nationwide service network and digital banking capabilities.

Business 02 Oct, 2026

Brandhouse launches e-commerce platform

Brandhouse launches e-commerce platform

Brandhouse Nepal has launched its e-commerce platform, BRANDHOUSE.COM.NP, as part of its digital expansion in Nepal’s sports and fashion retail sector.

Brandhouse Nepal has launched its e-commerce platform, BRANDHOUSE.COM.NP, as part of its digital expansion in Nepal’s sports and fashion retail sector.

Business 01 Oct, 2026

Nepal receives 88,248 foreign tourists in September, up 12.1%

Nepal receives 88,248 foreign tourists in September, up 12.1%

Nepal welcomed 88,248 international visitors in September 2026, marking a 12.1 percent increase compared with the 78,711 arrivals recorded in September 2025, according to the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB).

Nepal welcomed 88,248 international visitors in September 2026, marking a 12.1 percent increase compared with the 78,711 arrivals recorded in September 2025, according to the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB).

Business 01 Oct, 2026

Nepal secures AIIB vice-chair role, eyes infrastructure investment

Nepal secures AIIB vice-chair role, eyes infrastructure investment

Nepal has been elected Vice-Chair of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) for the 2026-27 term, with Finance Minister Dr Swarnim Wagle, who serves as Nepal's governor to the bank, elected to the position.

Nepal has been elected Vice-Chair of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) for the 2026-27 term, with Finance Minister Dr Swarnim Wagle, who serves as Nepal's governor to the bank, elected to the position.

Business 30 Sep, 2026

Himalaya Airlines resumes direct Kathmandu-Shanghai flights

Himalaya Airlines resumes direct Kathmandu-Shanghai flights

Himalaya Airlines has resumed direct scheduled flights between Kathmandu and Shanghai, reconnecting Tribhuvan International Airport with Shanghai Pudong International Airport from September 28.

Himalaya Airlines has resumed direct scheduled flights between Kathmandu and Shanghai, reconnecting Tribhuvan International Airport with Shanghai Pudong International Airport from September 28.

Business 30 Sep, 2026

Aloft Kathmandu Thamel named Nepal's Leading Hotel 2026

Aloft Kathmandu Thamel named Nepal's Leading Hotel 2026

Aloft by Marriott Kathmandu Thamel has been named Nepal’s Leading Hotel 2026 at the World Travel Awards 2026.

Aloft by Marriott Kathmandu Thamel has been named Nepal’s Leading Hotel 2026 at the World Travel Awards 2026.

Business 29 Sep, 2026

GWM announces festive offer with benefits of up to Rs 300,000

GWM announces festive offer with benefits of up to Rs 300,000

GWM Nepal has announced its “GWM Festive Offer—Go With More”, offering benefits of up to Rs 300,000 to customers purchasing its electric SUV models during the festive season.

GWM Nepal has announced its “GWM Festive Offer—Go With More”, offering benefits of up to Rs 300,000 to customers purchasing its electric SUV models during the festive season.

Business 29 Sep, 2026

PATA Nepal elects new executive committee, honours flood heroes

PATA Nepal elects new executive committee, honours flood heroes

The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Nepal Chapter has elected a new executive committee with Narendra Deo Bhatta, managing director of Heritage Tours & Travel, as its chairman.

The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Nepal Chapter has elected a new executive committee with Narendra Deo Bhatta, managing director of Heritage Tours & Travel, as its chairman.

Business 27 Sep, 2026

NRB introduces new Rs1,000 banknote featuring elephants, Everest

NRB introduces new Rs1,000 banknote featuring elephants, Everest

Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has introduced a new Rs 1,000 denomination banknote of the 2025 series into circulation from Thursday.

Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has introduced a new Rs 1,000 denomination banknote of the 2025 series into circulation from Thursday.

Business 24 Sep, 2026

NEPSE resumes trading as probe into data centre failure continues

NEPSE resumes trading as probe into data centre failure continues

Trading on the Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) resumed on Tuesday after a technical problem at a data centre hosting the servers of 72 brokerage firms was resolved, but the incident remains under investigation over the risk it posed to the country’s securities trading system.

Trading on the Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) resumed on Tuesday after a technical problem at a data centre hosting the servers of 72 brokerage firms was resolved, but the incident remains under investigation over the risk it posed to the country’s securities trading system.

Business 22 Sep, 2026

Govt plans to scrap VAT on electricity

Govt plans to scrap VAT on electricity

The government is preparing to remove value-added tax (VAT) on electricity after Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation Minister Biraj Bhakta Shrestha and Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle reached an in-principle agreement on the issue.

The government is preparing to remove value-added tax (VAT) on electricity after Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation Minister Biraj Bhakta Shrestha and Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle reached an in-principle agreement on the issue.

Business 21 Sep, 2026

Bangladesh envoy calls for promotion of 'Made in Bangladesh' brand

Bangladesh envoy calls for promotion of 'Made in Bangladesh' brand

Bangladesh Ambassador to Nepal Shafiqur Rahman has called for promoting the “Made in Bangladesh” brand internationally by marketing competitive and quality products and services.

Bangladesh Ambassador to Nepal Shafiqur Rahman has called for promoting the “Made in Bangladesh” brand internationally by marketing competitive and quality products and services.

Business 21 Sep, 2026

St Xavier's College holds Nepal Adhyayan Sambad 2.0

St Xavier's College holds Nepal Adhyayan Sambad 2.0

St Xavier’s College, Maitighar, organised the second edition of Nepal Adhyayan Sambad on Thursday, bringing together students, scholars and experts for discussions on Nepal’s history, development, social diversity and future.

St Xavier’s College, Maitighar, organised the second edition of Nepal Adhyayan Sambad on Thursday, bringing together students, scholars and experts for discussions on Nepal’s history, development, social diversity and future.

Business 21 Sep, 2026

NEPSE halts trading after technical issue hits broker data centre

NEPSE halts trading after technical issue hits broker data centre

The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) suspended Monday's regular trading session following a technical problem at a data centre hosting the servers of 72 brokerage firms.

The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) suspended Monday's regular trading session following a technical problem at a data centre hosting the servers of 72 brokerage firms.

Business 21 Sep, 2026

Mangaldeep launches Scent 3 in 1 incense sticks in Nepal

Mangaldeep launches Scent 3 in 1 incense sticks in Nepal

Surya Nepal Ventures Pvt. Ltd. (SNVPL), a subsidiary of Surya Nepal Pvt. Ltd., has launched Mangaldeep Scent 3 in 1 incense sticks in Nepal, featuring three perfume-inspired fragrances in a single pack.

Surya Nepal Ventures Pvt. Ltd. (SNVPL), a subsidiary of Surya Nepal Pvt. Ltd., has launched Mangaldeep Scent 3 in 1 incense sticks in Nepal, featuring three perfume-inspired fragrances in a single pack.

Business 21 Sep, 2026

Cathay Pacific named among world's top three airlines

Cathay Pacific named among world's top three airlines

Cathay Pacific has been named among the top three airlines in the world and received awards for the World’s Best Cabin Crew and World’s Best First Class Airline Lounge at the 2026 Skytrax World Airline Awards.

Cathay Pacific has been named among the top three airlines in the world and received awards for the World’s Best Cabin Crew and World’s Best First Class Airline Lounge at the 2026 Skytrax World Airline Awards.

Business 20 Sep, 2026