Foreign exchange reserves rise 27.5% to Rs 3.41 trillion by mid-March

Foreign exchange reserves rise 27.5% to Rs 3.41 trillion by mid-March

The country's gross foreign exchange reserves climbed 27.5 percent to Rs 3,413.77 billion by mid-March 2026 from Rs 2,677.68 billion at mid-July 2025, according to Nepal Rastra Bank, reflecting the strong inflow of remittances and an improved balance of payments position.

The country's gross foreign exchange reserves climbed 27.5 percent to Rs 3,413.77 billion by mid-March 2026 from Rs 2,677.68 billion at mid-July 2025, according to Nepal Rastra Bank, reflecting the strong inflow of remittances and an improved balance of payments position.

Business 02 Apr, 2026

Remittance inflows surge 37.7% to Rs 1.45 trillion in first eight months

Remittance inflows surge 37.7% to Rs 1.45 trillion in first eight months

Remittance inflows to Nepal rose sharply by 37.7 percent to Rs 1,449.65 billion in the first eight months of the current fiscal year 2025/26, according to the latest report by Nepal Rastra Bank.

Remittance inflows to Nepal rose sharply by 37.7 percent to Rs 1,449.65 billion in the first eight months of the current fiscal year 2025/26, according to the latest report by Nepal Rastra Bank.

Business 02 Apr, 2026

NEPSE posts marginal gain, turnover drops sharply

NEPSE posts marginal gain, turnover drops sharply

The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index edged up by 5.82 points, or 0.20 percent, on Thursday to close at 2,782.18 points, recovering slightly after a sharp decline in the previous session.

The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index edged up by 5.82 points, or 0.20 percent, on Thursday to close at 2,782.18 points, recovering slightly after a sharp decline in the previous session.

Business 02 Apr, 2026

Esewa Money Transfer partners with Merchantrade for remittance services from Malaysia

Esewa Money Transfer partners with Merchantrade for remittance services from Malaysia

Esewa Money Transfer has entered into a strategic partnership with Merchantrade Asia to facilitate seamless digital remittance services from Malaysia to Nepal.

Esewa Money Transfer has entered into a strategic partnership with Merchantrade Asia to facilitate seamless digital remittance services from Malaysia to Nepal.

Business 02 Apr, 2026

Ncell launches daily free data offer, weekly rewards via app

Ncell launches daily free data offer, weekly rewards via app

Ncell has introduced a new customer engagement scheme offering daily free data and weekly rewards through its mobile application.

Ncell has introduced a new customer engagement scheme offering daily free data and weekly rewards through its mobile application.

Business 02 Apr, 2026

Gold price drops Rs 3,600 per tola after recent surge

Gold price drops Rs 3,600 per tola after recent surge

Gold price in the domestic market declined by Rs 3,600 per tola on Thursday, a day after recording a sharp increase.

Gold price in the domestic market declined by Rs 3,600 per tola on Thursday, a day after recording a sharp increase.

Business 02 Apr, 2026

NEPSE drops 74 points as market turns bearish

NEPSE drops 74 points as market turns bearish

The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) declined sharply by 74.73 points, or 2.62 percent, on Wednesday to close at 2,776.36 points, reversing the previous day’s gains.

The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) declined sharply by 74.73 points, or 2.62 percent, on Wednesday to close at 2,776.36 points, reversing the previous day’s gains.

Business 01 Apr, 2026

NOC reports heavy losses amid global price surge, raises aviation fuel rates

NOC reports heavy losses amid global price surge, raises aviation fuel rates

Nepal Oil Corporation Limited (NOC) has reported mounting financial losses due to a sharp rise in international petroleum prices, while increasing aviation fuel rates.

Nepal Oil Corporation Limited (NOC) has reported mounting financial losses due to a sharp rise in international petroleum prices, while increasing aviation fuel rates.

Business 01 Apr, 2026

Gold price nears Rs 300,000 per tola again with fresh surge

Gold price nears Rs 300,000 per tola again with fresh surge

Gold price in the domestic market continued its upward trend on Wednesday, rising by Rs 7,400 per tola and inching closer to the Rs 300,000 mark again.

Gold price in the domestic market continued its upward trend on Wednesday, rising by Rs 7,400 per tola and inching closer to the Rs 300,000 mark again.

Business 01 Apr, 2026

Aloft Kathmandu Thamel marketing head wins Marriott ELITE Award

Aloft Kathmandu Thamel marketing head wins Marriott ELITE Award

Aloft Kathmandu Thamel has announced that its Marketing Manager, Suarpana Shahi, has been honoured with the “Select Property Marketing Leader of the Year” award at the Marriott ELITE Awards 2025.

Aloft Kathmandu Thamel has announced that its Marketing Manager, Suarpana Shahi, has been honoured with the “Select Property Marketing Leader of the Year” award at the Marriott ELITE Awards 2025.

Business 01 Apr, 2026

Global IME Bank to host second AI/ML hackathon in May

Global IME Bank to host second AI/ML hackathon in May

Global IME Bank Limited has announced the second edition of its AI/ML hackathon, aiming to promote innovation and encourage the use of technology in the banking sector.

Global IME Bank Limited has announced the second edition of its AI/ML hackathon, aiming to promote innovation and encourage the use of technology in the banking sector.

Business 01 Apr, 2026

NEPSE rebounds 19 points after two-day decline

NEPSE rebounds 19 points after two-day decline

The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index rose by 19.70 points, or 0.69 percent, on Tuesday to close at 2,851.09, ending a two-day losing streak.

The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index rose by 19.70 points, or 0.69 percent, on Tuesday to close at 2,851.09, ending a two-day losing streak.

Business 31 Mar, 2026

Samsung Nepal launches new year campaign with discounts, EMI plans

Samsung Nepal launches new year campaign with discounts, EMI plans

Samsung Nepal has announced its New Year campaign “Smart Ghar, Smart Suruwat,” offering discounts, EMI plans, and bundled gifts on TVs and home appliances ahead of Nepali New Year 2083.

Samsung Nepal has announced its New Year campaign “Smart Ghar, Smart Suruwat,” offering discounts, EMI plans, and bundled gifts on TVs and home appliances ahead of Nepali New Year 2083.

Business 31 Mar, 2026

Gold price rebounds by Rs 6,700 per tola; silver also rises

Gold price rebounds by Rs 6,700 per tola; silver also rises

Gold price rebounded sharply in the domestic market on Tuesday, increasing by Rs 6,700 per tola after a decline a day earlier.

Gold price rebounded sharply in the domestic market on Tuesday, increasing by Rs 6,700 per tola after a decline a day earlier.

Business 31 Mar, 2026

PM Shah discusses budget issues with lawmakers from Koshi, Karnali provinces

PM Shah discusses budget issues with lawmakers from Koshi, Karnali provinces

Prime Minister Balendra (Balen) Shah and members of parliament (MPs) held high-level discussions today at Singha Durbar about budget and constituency issues.

Prime Minister Balendra (Balen) Shah and members of parliament (MPs) held high-level discussions today at Singha Durbar about budget and constituency issues.

Business 31 Mar, 2026

FM Wagle vows to remove administrative hurdles, curb corruption

FM Wagle vows to remove administrative hurdles, curb corruption

Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle has pledged to eliminate administrative and legal barriers and curb corruption to support private sector growth.

Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle has pledged to eliminate administrative and legal barriers and curb corruption to support private sector growth.

Business 30 Mar, 2026

NEPSE extends losses, falls 47 points; turnover declines

NEPSE extends losses, falls 47 points; turnover declines

The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) extended its losing streak on Monday, dropping by 47.71 points or 1.65 percent to close at 2,831.39 points. The benchmark index had already declined by 71 points on Sunday.

The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) extended its losing streak on Monday, dropping by 47.71 points or 1.65 percent to close at 2,831.39 points. The benchmark index had already declined by 71 points on Sunday.

Business 30 Mar, 2026

Gold price drops Rs 2,500 per tola; silver also declines

Gold price drops Rs 2,500 per tola; silver also declines

Gold price declined by Rs 2,500 per tola in the domestic market on Monday, a day after a sharp rise.

Gold price declined by Rs 2,500 per tola in the domestic market on Monday, a day after a sharp rise.

Business 30 Mar, 2026

Exports worth Rs 6.6 billion from Birgunj in seven months

Exports worth Rs 6.6 billion from Birgunj in seven months

Compared to the same period of the previous fiscal year, exports through this checkpoint have increased by Rs 9.94 billion.

Compared to the same period of the previous fiscal year, exports through this checkpoint have increased by Rs 9.94 billion.

Business 29 Mar, 2026

Energy Minister Shrestha stresses effective service delivery

Energy Minister Shrestha stresses effective service delivery

Minister for Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation, Biraj Bhakta Shrestha, has directed the bodies concerned to deliver services making people feel it immediately.

Minister for Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation, Biraj Bhakta Shrestha, has directed the bodies concerned to deliver services making people feel it immediately.

Business 29 Mar, 2026