Devil's launches campaign to celebrate Nepal's historic T20 World Cup debut Devil's launches campaign to celebrate Nepal's historic T20 World Cup debut Devil’s, an Asian food brand, has launched a promotional campaign titled “Devil’s Khau, Mumbai Jau” to mark Nepal’s historic debut at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. Devil’s, an Asian food brand, has launched a promotional campaign titled “Devil’s Khau, Mumbai Jau” to mark Nepal’s historic debut at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. Business 27 Jan, 2026
BNCC elects new executive committee at AGM in London BNCC elects new executive committee at AGM in London The Britain Nepal Chamber of Commerce (BNCC) has elected a new executive committee at its Annual General Meeting (AGM) held at the Embassy of Nepal in London. The Britain Nepal Chamber of Commerce (BNCC) has elected a new executive committee at its Annual General Meeting (AGM) held at the Embassy of Nepal in London. Business 27 Jan, 2026
NEPSE slips 3 points, turnover rises to Rs 16.35 billion NEPSE slips 3 points, turnover rises to Rs 16.35 billion The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index declined marginally on Monday, shedding 3.07 points or 0.11 percent to close at 2,769.09 points, a day after gaining around 58 points. The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index declined marginally on Monday, shedding 3.07 points or 0.11 percent to close at 2,769.09 points, a day after gaining around 58 points. Business 26 Jan, 2026
Private sector seeks revision of Rs 500,000 cash transaction cap Private sector seeks revision of Rs 500,000 cash transaction cap The private sector has expressed concern over the government’s decision to cap cash transactions at Rs 500,000, saying the provision has created operational difficulties for businesses. The private sector has expressed concern over the government’s decision to cap cash transactions at Rs 500,000, saying the provision has created operational difficulties for businesses. Business 26 Jan, 2026
Gold hits record high at Rs 309,000 per tola Gold hits record high at Rs 309,000 per tola Gold price surged to another historic high in the domestic market on Monday, climbing Rs 5,200 per tola in a single day. Gold price surged to another historic high in the domestic market on Monday, climbing Rs 5,200 per tola in a single day. Business 26 Jan, 2026
NEPSE jumps over 57 points as all sectors close higher NEPSE jumps over 57 points as all sectors close higher The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE), the country's sole secondary market, jumped 57.55 points or 2.12% on Sunday to close at 2,772.17 points on the first trading day of the week. The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE), the country's sole secondary market, jumped 57.55 points or 2.12% on Sunday to close at 2,772.17 points on the first trading day of the week. Business 25 Jan, 2026
HONOR launches X9d smartphone in Nepal with 108MP camera, 8,300mAh battery HONOR launches X9d smartphone in Nepal with 108MP camera, 8,300mAh battery HONOR has launched the HONOR X9d smartphone in the Nepali market, positioning it as a durability-focused device with high-end performance features in the mid-premium segment. HONOR has launched the HONOR X9d smartphone in the Nepali market, positioning it as a durability-focused device with high-end performance features in the mid-premium segment. Business 25 Jan, 2026
£4.2m Westminster donation to open STEM scholarships for Nepali students £4.2m Westminster donation to open STEM scholarships for Nepali students Nepali students will gain access to new undergraduate and postgraduate scholarships in Health and Life Sciences following a landmark £4.2 million donation to London’s University of Westminster by Serum Institute of India CEO and alumnus Adar C. Poonawalla, according to the University. Nepali students will gain access to new undergraduate and postgraduate scholarships in Health and Life Sciences following a landmark £4.2 million donation to London’s University of Westminster by Serum Institute of India CEO and alumnus Adar C. Poonawalla, according to the University. Business 25 Jan, 2026
Gold price hits fresh record, rises by Rs 2,400 per tola Gold price hits fresh record, rises by Rs 2,400 per tola Gold price in the Nepali market surged by Rs 2,400 per tola on Sunday, reaching a new historic high of Rs 303,800 per tola, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association. Gold price in the Nepali market surged by Rs 2,400 per tola on Sunday, reaching a new historic high of Rs 303,800 per tola, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association. Business 25 Jan, 2026
55 SuryaJyoti agents qualify for MDRT 2026; two earn Court of the Table status 55 SuryaJyoti agents qualify for MDRT 2026; two earn Court of the Table status As many as 55 agents from SuryaJyoti Life Insurance have qualified for membership of the Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT) 2026 after meeting the prescribed annual business targets based on their 2025 performance. As many as 55 agents from SuryaJyoti Life Insurance have qualified for membership of the Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT) 2026 after meeting the prescribed annual business targets based on their 2025 performance. Business 23 Jan, 2026
inDrive conducts road safety training for driver partners inDrive conducts road safety training for driver partners Global ride-hailing platform inDrive has organised a road safety training session titled “Safe Journey Begins With Your Choice” for its driver partners in Kathmandu. Global ride-hailing platform inDrive has organised a road safety training session titled “Safe Journey Begins With Your Choice” for its driver partners in Kathmandu. Business 23 Jan, 2026
Hyundai PALISADE named 2026 North American Utility Vehicle of the Year Hyundai PALISADE named 2026 North American Utility Vehicle of the Year Hyundai Motor Company’s all-new PALISADE has been named the 2026 North American Utility Vehicle of the Year by the North American Car, Utility and Truck of the Year (NACTOY) jury. Hyundai Motor Company’s all-new PALISADE has been named the 2026 North American Utility Vehicle of the Year by the North American Car, Utility and Truck of the Year (NACTOY) jury. Business 23 Jan, 2026
Mahindra XEV 9e wins ICOTY 2026 Green Car Award Mahindra XEV 9e wins ICOTY 2026 Green Car Award The all-electric Mahindra XEV 9e has won the Green Car Award 2026 at the Indian Car of the Year (ICOTY) awards, Mahindra & Mahindra and its authorised distributor in Nepal, Agni Incorporated, announced on Thursday. The all-electric Mahindra XEV 9e has won the Green Car Award 2026 at the Indian Car of the Year (ICOTY) awards, Mahindra & Mahindra and its authorised distributor in Nepal, Agni Incorporated, announced on Thursday. Business 23 Jan, 2026
Gold price jumps Rs 9,200 per tola, sets new record above Rs 301,000 Gold price jumps Rs 9,200 per tola, sets new record above Rs 301,000 Gold price surged sharply in the domestic market on Friday, setting a new historic record and crossing the Rs 301,000-per-tola mark for the first time in Nepal. Gold price surged sharply in the domestic market on Friday, setting a new historic record and crossing the Rs 301,000-per-tola mark for the first time in Nepal. Business 23 Jan, 2026
Litmus launches skill improvement programme for electricians in Kathmandu Litmus launches skill improvement programme for electricians in Kathmandu Litmus Industries Limited has launched a Skill Improvement Programme (SIP) aimed at upgrading the technical skills and safety awareness of electricians, with the initial rollout taking place in Kathmandu. Litmus Industries Limited has launched a Skill Improvement Programme (SIP) aimed at upgrading the technical skills and safety awareness of electricians, with the initial rollout taking place in Kathmandu. Business 22 Jan, 2026
Ather 450 completes 6,000km cross-border ride from India to Nepal Ather 450 completes 6,000km cross-border ride from India to Nepal The Ather 450 electric scooter has completed a cross-country journey of more than 6,000 kilometres between India and Nepal, underscoring its long-distance capability and operational reliability, according to the company. The Ather 450 electric scooter has completed a cross-country journey of more than 6,000 kilometres between India and Nepal, underscoring its long-distance capability and operational reliability, according to the company. Business 22 Jan, 2026
Gold price falls Rs 2,900 per tola after hitting record high Gold price falls Rs 2,900 per tola after hitting record high Gold price in the domestic market declined by Rs 2,900 per tola on Thursday, a day after reaching a historic high. Gold price in the domestic market declined by Rs 2,900 per tola on Thursday, a day after reaching a historic high. Business 22 Jan, 2026
Trade deficit reaches Rs 797.48 billion in first half of FY 2082/83 Trade deficit reaches Rs 797.48 billion in first half of FY 2082/83 Nepal recorded a trade deficit of Rs 797.48 billion during the first half of the current fiscal year 2082/83, according to data released by the Department of Customs. Nepal recorded a trade deficit of Rs 797.48 billion during the first half of the current fiscal year 2082/83, according to data released by the Department of Customs. Business 21 Jan, 2026
Mahindra launches Electric Origin SUVs BE 6 and XEV 9e in Chitwan Mahindra launches Electric Origin SUVs BE 6 and XEV 9e in Chitwan Agni Aastha Private Limited, a subsidiary of the Agni Group and the authorised distributor of Mahindra vehicles in Nepal, has officially launched Mahindra’s Electric Origin SUVs — BE 6 and XEV 9e — in Chitwan, marking a major step toward expanding electric mobility in regional markets. Agni Aastha Private Limited, a subsidiary of the Agni Group and the authorised distributor of Mahindra vehicles in Nepal, has officially launched Mahindra’s Electric Origin SUVs — BE 6 and XEV 9e — in Chitwan, marking a major step toward expanding electric mobility in regional markets. Business 21 Jan, 2026
Gold price jumps Rs 10,400 in a day, sets new record high Gold price jumps Rs 10,400 in a day, sets new record high Gold price in the domestic market surged sharply on Wednesday, rising by Rs 10,400 per tola in a single day to set a new all-time high, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association. Gold price in the domestic market surged sharply on Wednesday, rising by Rs 10,400 per tola in a single day to set a new all-time high, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association. Business 21 Jan, 2026
Nepal PMO warns against misuse of its name after ward secretary threatened The Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers has issued a stern warning after an individual used the PMO's name to threaten a ward secretary in Dailekh district, directing security and investigative agencies to take immediate legal action against the perpetrator.
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.
