NEPSE closes early after hitting 6% ceiling as election rally triggers third and final circuit breaker

NEPSE closes early after hitting 6% ceiling as election rally triggers third and...

The Nepal Stock Exchange was shut for the rest of the day on Monday after the NEPSE Index hit a total gain of 6 per cent, triggering a full-day closure under market regulations, as election euphoria continued to drive one of the most extraordinary single-day rallies in the exchange's recent history.

The Nepal Stock Exchange was shut for the rest of the day on Monday after the NEPSE Index hit a total gain of 6 per cent, triggering a full-day closure under market regulations, as election euphoria continued to drive one of the most extraordinary single-day rallies in the exchange's recent history.

Business 09 Mar, 2026

NEPSE hits second circuit breaker after 5% surge

NEPSE hits second circuit breaker after 5% surge

The Nepal Stock Exchange triggered a second circuit breaker on Monday as election-driven investor optimism sent the benchmark NEPSE Index surging 135.72 points, or 5 per cent, to 2,848.22 points, halting trade for the second time in the session and forcing a 40-minute suspension.

The Nepal Stock Exchange triggered a second circuit breaker on Monday as election-driven investor optimism sent the benchmark NEPSE Index surging 135.72 points, or 5 per cent, to 2,848.22 points, halting trade for the second time in the session and forcing a 40-minute suspension.

Business 09 Mar, 2026

Gold price drops by Rs 3,700 per tola in domestic market

Gold price drops by Rs 3,700 per tola in domestic market

The price of fine gold declined in the domestic market on Monday, falling to Rs 313,200 per tola, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association.

The price of fine gold declined in the domestic market on Monday, falling to Rs 313,200 per tola, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association.

Business 09 Mar, 2026

NEPSE hits circuit breaker within minutes of opening after election

NEPSE hits circuit breaker within minutes of opening after election

Trading at the Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) has been halted on Monday after the market triggered a circuit breaker within a minute of opening.

Trading at the Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) has been halted on Monday after the market triggered a circuit breaker within a minute of opening.

Business 09 Mar, 2026

Bajaj unveils new Pulsar 150 in Nepal

Bajaj unveils new Pulsar 150 in Nepal

Bajaj has unveiled the next-generation Pulsar 150 motorcycle in Nepal, featuring upgraded design, technology and safety features.

Bajaj has unveiled the next-generation Pulsar 150 motorcycle in Nepal, featuring upgraded design, technology and safety features.

Business 09 Mar, 2026

Hyatt Place Butwal marks International Women's Day

Hyatt Place Butwal marks International Women's Day

Hyatt Place Butwal marked International Women’s Day by recognising the contribution of its female employees to the hotel’s growth and service excellence.

Hyatt Place Butwal marked International Women’s Day by recognising the contribution of its female employees to the hotel’s growth and service excellence.

Business 08 Mar, 2026

Samsung Nepal opens pre-orders for Galaxy S26 series

Samsung Nepal opens pre-orders for Galaxy S26 series

Samsung Nepal has opened pre-orders for the new Samsung Galaxy S26 smartphone series in the Nepali market.

Samsung Nepal has opened pre-orders for the new Samsung Galaxy S26 smartphone series in the Nepali market.

Business 08 Mar, 2026

VR-based helicopter training programme launched to enhance aviation safety in Nepal

VR-based helicopter training programme launched to enhance aviation safety in Nepal

A new virtual reality (VR)-based helicopter safety training initiative has been launched in Nepal to improve pilot preparedness and reduce aviation accidents.

A new virtual reality (VR)-based helicopter safety training initiative has been launched in Nepal to improve pilot preparedness and reduce aviation accidents.

Business 08 Mar, 2026

MAW Vriddhi launches extended warranty for Dongfeng Nammi EVs

MAW Vriddhi launches extended warranty for Dongfeng Nammi EVs

MAW Vriddhi Motors has launched an extended warranty programme for Dongfeng Nammi electric vehicles in Nepal, increasing coverage for key components of its Nammi Box and Nammi Vigo models.

MAW Vriddhi Motors has launched an extended warranty programme for Dongfeng Nammi electric vehicles in Nepal, increasing coverage for key components of its Nammi Box and Nammi Vigo models.

Business 08 Mar, 2026

Gold price rises by Rs 3,500 per tola in domestic market

Gold price rises by Rs 3,500 per tola in domestic market

The price of gold increased by Rs 3,500 per tola in the domestic market on Sunday, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers' Association.

The price of gold increased by Rs 3,500 per tola in the domestic market on Sunday, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers' Association.

Business 08 Mar, 2026

MetLife Nepal opens new offices in Syangja and Chandrauta

MetLife Nepal opens new offices in Syangja and Chandrauta

MetLife Nepal has expanded its nationwide presence with the inauguration of two new agency offices in Syangja, Gandaki Province, and Chandrauta, Lumbini Province.

MetLife Nepal has expanded its nationwide presence with the inauguration of two new agency offices in Syangja, Gandaki Province, and Chandrauta, Lumbini Province.

Business 04 Mar, 2026

Padma Jyoti Group strengthens collaboration with Rich's to boost Nepal's foodservice sector

Padma Jyoti Group strengthens collaboration with Rich's to boost Nepal's foodservice...

Padma Jyoti Group has announced a strengthened collaboration with Rich’s India, aiming to enhance Nepal’s foodservice and culinary ecosystem through deeper technical engagement, innovation, and customer support.

Padma Jyoti Group has announced a strengthened collaboration with Rich’s India, aiming to enhance Nepal’s foodservice and culinary ecosystem through deeper technical engagement, innovation, and customer support.

Business 04 Mar, 2026

Kajaria Tiles launches exclusive showroom in Biratchowk

Kajaria Tiles launches exclusive showroom in Biratchowk

Kajaria Ramesh Tiles Limited inaugurated a new showroom in Biratchowk, operated by Mahalaxmi Traders, to provide premium tile solutions and contemporary designs to local residents, builders, and architects.

Kajaria Ramesh Tiles Limited inaugurated a new showroom in Biratchowk, operated by Mahalaxmi Traders, to provide premium tile solutions and contemporary designs to local residents, builders, and architects.

Business 03 Mar, 2026

Xiaomi opens two official service centers in Madhesh Province

Xiaomi opens two official service centers in Madhesh Province

Xiaomi has expanded its customer support in Nepal with the opening of two official service centers in Madhesh Province—one at Adarshanagar, Birgunj and another at Orbit Mall, Shiv Chowk, Janakpur.

Xiaomi has expanded its customer support in Nepal with the opening of two official service centers in Madhesh Province—one at Adarshanagar, Birgunj and another at Orbit Mall, Shiv Chowk, Janakpur.

Business 03 Mar, 2026

Huawei Enterprise strengthens Nepal's financial sector with advanced ICT infrastructure

Huawei Enterprise strengthens Nepal's financial sector with advanced ICT...

Huawei Enterprise has introduced state-of-the-art ICT infrastructure to support Nepal’s banking and financial institutions, offering high-performance storage, lightweight cloud solutions, and intelligent campus and data centre networks.

Huawei Enterprise has introduced state-of-the-art ICT infrastructure to support Nepal’s banking and financial institutions, offering high-performance storage, lightweight cloud solutions, and intelligent campus and data centre networks.

Business 03 Mar, 2026

Gold price jumps Rs 2,500 per tola

Gold price jumps Rs 2,500 per tola

Gold price in the domestic market continued their upward trend on Tuesday, rising by Rs 2,500 per tola.

Gold price in the domestic market continued their upward trend on Tuesday, rising by Rs 2,500 per tola.

Business 03 Mar, 2026

Gold surges Rs 5,600 per tola; Silver up Rs 245

Gold surges Rs 5,600 per tola; Silver up Rs 245

The price of gold surged by Rs 5,600 per tola in the domestic market on Sunday, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers' Association.

The price of gold surged by Rs 5,600 per tola in the domestic market on Sunday, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers' Association.

Business 01 Mar, 2026

A forward-looking leader committed to strengthening Nepal's industrial and commercial foundations

A forward-looking leader committed to strengthening Nepal's industrial and commercial...

Asheem Man Singh Basnyat, who is currently serving as the Managing Director of Pathao Nepal is contesting House of Representatives election from Kathmandu constituency-1.

Asheem Man Singh Basnyat, who is currently serving as the Managing Director of Pathao Nepal is contesting House of Representatives election from Kathmandu constituency-1.

Business 28 Feb, 2026

SJ Moto, Himalayan Java reopen revamped Kathmandu outlet

SJ Moto, Himalayan Java reopen revamped Kathmandu outlet

SJ Moto and Himalayan Java have reopened their collaborative outlet in Kathmandu following a major revamp aimed at expanding space and enhancing customer experience.

SJ Moto and Himalayan Java have reopened their collaborative outlet in Kathmandu following a major revamp aimed at expanding space and enhancing customer experience.

Business 27 Feb, 2026

Startup Network Nepal, Oorja World to host AI Hackathon and National AI Summit

Startup Network Nepal, Oorja World to host AI Hackathon and National AI Summit

The Startup Network Nepal has partnered with Oorja World, a clean-energy company accelerated by Amazon Web Services (AWS), to organise an AI Hackathon in March followed by Nepal’s first National AI Summit in Kathmandu.

The Startup Network Nepal has partnered with Oorja World, a clean-energy company accelerated by Amazon Web Services (AWS), to organise an AI Hackathon in March followed by Nepal’s first National AI Summit in Kathmandu.

Business 26 Feb, 2026