Arrears surge to Rs 755 billion, up by Rs 88 billion in a year Arrears surge to Rs 755 billion, up by Rs 88 billion in a year Nepal’s total arrears have reached Rs 755 billion, with an additional Rs 88.09 billion recorded in the past year, according to the latest annual report of the Office of the Auditor General. Nepal’s total arrears have reached Rs 755 billion, with an additional Rs 88.09 billion recorded in the past year, according to the latest annual report of the Office of the Auditor General. Business 23 h ago
Central bank maintains key policy rates, flags external risks Central bank maintains key policy rates, flags external risks The Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has unveiled the third quarterly review of its Monetary Policy for the current fiscal year, retaining most policy measures unchanged. The Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has unveiled the third quarterly review of its Monetary Policy for the current fiscal year, retaining most policy measures unchanged. Business 23 h ago
Bullion prices decline notably on Friday Bullion prices decline notably on Friday The price of gold declined by Rs 4,000 per tola in the domestic market on Friday, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers' Association. The price of gold declined by Rs 4,000 per tola in the domestic market on Friday, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers' Association. Business 1d ago
Banking bodies urge no custody for Mega Bank CEO during probe Banking bodies urge no custody for Mega Bank CEO during probe Four banking and financial sector associations have urged authorities not to keep the chief executive officer of Nepal Investment Mega Bank, Jyoti Prakash Pandey, in custody while an investigation against him is underway. Four banking and financial sector associations have urged authorities not to keep the chief executive officer of Nepal Investment Mega Bank, Jyoti Prakash Pandey, in custody while an investigation against him is underway. Business 1d ago
Hotel initiative provides food and medical aid to street dogs in Kathmandu Hotel initiative provides food and medical aid to street dogs in Kathmandu Aloft Kathmandu Thamel has provided nutritional and medical support to more than 500 rescued and street dogs through a corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiative. Aloft Kathmandu Thamel has provided nutritional and medical support to more than 500 rescued and street dogs through a corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiative. Business 2d ago
India's restrictions on sugar could add stress during festive season in Nepal India's restrictions on sugar could add stress during festive season in Nepal India’s recent restriction on sugar exports is unlikely to trigger an immediate shortage in Nepal, but it could add pressure during the festive season when demand peaks, according to Sanket Bhattarai, Assistant Chief Executive Officer of the Salt Trading Corporation Limited. India’s recent restriction on sugar exports is unlikely to trigger an immediate shortage in Nepal, but it could add pressure during the festive season when demand peaks, according to Sanket Bhattarai, Assistant Chief Executive Officer of the Salt Trading Corporation Limited. Business 2d ago
inDrive retains No. 2 global ride-hailing app rank for fourth year inDrive retains No. 2 global ride-hailing app rank for fourth year inDrive has retained its position as the world’s second most downloaded ride-hailing app for the fourth consecutive year in 2025, according to a report by Sensor Tower. inDrive has retained its position as the world’s second most downloaded ride-hailing app for the fourth consecutive year in 2025, according to a report by Sensor Tower. Business 2d ago
NEPSE falls 10 points; Daily turnover at Rs 3.29 billion NEPSE falls 10 points; Daily turnover at Rs 3.29 billion The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index declined by 10.07 points, or 0.36 percent, on Thursday to close at 2,730.17. The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index declined by 10.07 points, or 0.36 percent, on Thursday to close at 2,730.17. Business 2d ago
Dirghayu Kumar Shrestha named acting NEA chief Dirghayu Kumar Shrestha named acting NEA chief Dirghayu Kumar Shrestha has been appointed acting executive director of the Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA). Dirghayu Kumar Shrestha has been appointed acting executive director of the Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA). Business 2d ago
Gold down Rs 700 per tola, silver up Rs 15 Gold down Rs 700 per tola, silver up Rs 15 The price of gold declined by Rs 700 per tola in the domestic market on Thursday, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers' Association. The price of gold declined by Rs 700 per tola in the domestic market on Thursday, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers' Association. Business 2d ago
Govt probes motorcycle CKD Scheme over Rs 15 billion tax loss Govt probes motorcycle CKD Scheme over Rs 15 billion tax loss The government has launched an investigation into motorcycle assembly operations run by several business houses under the Completely Knocked Down (CKD) scheme. The government has launched an investigation into motorcycle assembly operations run by several business houses under the Completely Knocked Down (CKD) scheme. Business 14 May, 2026
Tax evasion charge against Vishnu Agarwal and MAW group Tax evasion charge against Vishnu Agarwal and MAW group A complaint has been lodged at the Prime Minister's Office against businessperson Vishnu Kumar Agrawal who is the Managing Director of Kathmandu based MAW Group, accusing him of engaging in tax evasion worth crores of rupees through fake VAT bills, a charge MAW denies. A complaint has been lodged at the Prime Minister's Office against businessperson Vishnu Kumar Agrawal who is the Managing Director of Kathmandu based MAW Group, accusing him of engaging in tax evasion worth crores of rupees through fake VAT bills, a charge MAW denies. Business 14 May, 2026
QR payments, mobile banking surge as Nepal logs Rs 852bn in digital transactions in one month QR payments, mobile banking surge as Nepal logs Rs 852bn in digital transactions in... Digital payment transactions surged across all channels in the month from mid-March to mid-April 2026, according to the current macroeconomic and financial situation report covering nine months of 2025/26 released by Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB). Digital payment transactions surged across all channels in the month from mid-March to mid-April 2026, according to the current macroeconomic and financial situation report covering nine months of 2025/26 released by Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB). Business 12 May, 2026
More companies, higher index, bigger market: Nepal's stock exchange expands in 2025/26 More companies, higher index, bigger market: Nepal's stock exchange expands in... Nepal's stock market has grown stronger over the past year, with the benchmark index climbing to 2,833.6 points in mid-April 2026 from 2,662.1 a year ago, meaning the value of shares traded on the Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) has risen for investors across the country, according to Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB). Nepal's stock market has grown stronger over the past year, with the benchmark index climbing to 2,833.6 points in mid-April 2026 from 2,662.1 a year ago, meaning the value of shares traded on the Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) has risen for investors across the country, according to Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB). Business 12 May, 2026
NEPSE falls 1.41% to 2,744 points NEPSE falls 1.41% to 2,744 points The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index declined by 39.44 points, or 1.41 percent, on Tuesday to close at 2,744.40 points, reversing gains from the previous session. The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index declined by 39.44 points, or 1.41 percent, on Tuesday to close at 2,744.40 points, reversing gains from the previous session. Business 12 May, 2026
Ramada Itahari unveils May Dining and Hospitality offers Ramada Itahari unveils May Dining and Hospitality offers Ramada by Wyndham Itahari has introduced a series of promotional offers for May, targeting both in-house guests and local visitors with dining and leisure experiences. Ramada by Wyndham Itahari has introduced a series of promotional offers for May, targeting both in-house guests and local visitors with dining and leisure experiences. Business 12 May, 2026
Bajaj announces Grand Exchange Carnival with discounts up to Rs 100,000 Bajaj announces Grand Exchange Carnival with discounts up to Rs 100,000 Hansraj Hulaschand & Co. Pvt. Ltd., the authorised distributor of Bajaj motorcycles in Nepal, has launched a week-long “Grand Exchange Carnival” offering customers an opportunity to upgrade their vehicles with discounts and incentives. Hansraj Hulaschand & Co. Pvt. Ltd., the authorised distributor of Bajaj motorcycles in Nepal, has launched a week-long “Grand Exchange Carnival” offering customers an opportunity to upgrade their vehicles with discounts and incentives. Business 12 May, 2026
Coca-Cola launches 'Locally Yours' campaign celebrating community businesses Coca-Cola launches 'Locally Yours' campaign celebrating community businesses Coca-Cola has launched a new campaign titled ‘Locally Yours’, highlighting the role of small businesses and local retailers in Nepal’s communities. Coca-Cola has launched a new campaign titled ‘Locally Yours’, highlighting the role of small businesses and local retailers in Nepal’s communities. Business 12 May, 2026
Ather expands EV network with Janakpur Experience Centre Ather expands EV network with Janakpur Experience Centre Ather Nepal has expanded its electric mobility network with the launch of a new Experience Centre in Janakpur, marking its growing presence beyond major urban hubs. Ather Nepal has expanded its electric mobility network with the launch of a new Experience Centre in Janakpur, marking its growing presence beyond major urban hubs. Business 12 May, 2026
Bullion market surges as gold, silver prices climb Bullion market surges as gold, silver prices climb The price of gold surged by Rs 4,400 per tola in the domestic bullion market on Tuesday. The price of gold surged by Rs 4,400 per tola in the domestic bullion market on Tuesday. Business 12 May, 2026
Nepal Three workers killed, two injured in Sarlahi brick kiln wall collapse Three workers were killed and two others seriously injured after a brick kiln wall collapsed in Haripur Municipality–5, Majurwa, in Sarlahi district on Friday evening.
Health A new Ebola outbreak is confirmed in a remote Congo province, with 65 deaths recorded Africa’s top public health body on Friday confirmed a new Ebola outbreak in Congo’s remote Ituri province, with 246 suspected cases and 65 deaths recorded so far.
Health Madhesh Province sees growing HIV cases, including vulnerable groups The number of HIV/AIDS patients is increasing in Madhesh Province, with infections also reported among children and pregnant women, according to health authorities.
Wild animal attacks result loss of 239 livestock in Mustang Over the last four years, wild animal attacks have caused the loss of 239 livestock across three municipalities in the Mustang district.
Nepal Badimalika sees rise in visitors, but infrastructure gaps persist Visitor numbers to the religious and scenic site of Badimalika in Bajura have increased in recent months amid rising publicity and public discussion.
Kathmandu British Council calls for language-responsive education systems The British Council has launched a new global position paper calling for language-responsive education systems that reflect learners’ linguistic realities and promote inclusive and equitable education.
Kathmandu Korean Embassy hands over language textbooks to Nepali schools The Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Nepal has handed over Korean language textbooks to support school-level language learning in Nepal.
Nepal Nepal, Thailand discuss stronger cooperation against cybercrime and trafficking Nepal and Thailand have discussed strengthening bilateral cooperation to combat transnational crimes, including human trafficking, cybercrime, smuggling and online scamming.
Environment Windstorms, lightning expected in parts of country The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has forecast generally cloudy conditions in several parts of the country today, with chances of rain, thunderstorms and windstorms.
