Deepal S05 secures 5-Star Euro NCAP Safety Rating Deepal S05 secures 5-Star Euro NCAP Safety Rating Deepal S05, the electric SUV from Deepal, has achieved a five-star rating in the 2025 Euro NCAP safety assessment, reinforcing the brand’s focus on advanced safety engineering and intelligent mobility. Deepal S05, the electric SUV from Deepal, has achieved a five-star rating in the 2025 Euro NCAP safety assessment, reinforcing the brand’s focus on advanced safety engineering and intelligent mobility. Business 13 Dec, 2025
NIMB Ace Capital appoints Ritu Pradhan Malla as Co-Head of NIBL Equity Partners NIMB Ace Capital appoints Ritu Pradhan Malla as Co-Head of NIBL Equity Partners NIBL Equity Partners, managed by NIMB Ace Capital Limited with Nepal Investment Mega Bank Limited as its anchor investor, has appointed Ritu Pradhan Malla as its new Co-Head, strengthening the firm’s investment leadership and sustainability-focused growth strategy. NIBL Equity Partners, managed by NIMB Ace Capital Limited with Nepal Investment Mega Bank Limited as its anchor investor, has appointed Ritu Pradhan Malla as its new Co-Head, strengthening the firm’s investment leadership and sustainability-focused growth strategy. Business 12 Dec, 2025
Gold price jumps by Rs 3,500 per tola; Silver hits another record high Gold price jumps by Rs 3,500 per tola; Silver hits another record high The price of gold surged by Rs 3,500 per tola in the domestic market on Friday, while silver continued its upward trend with a rise of Rs 100 per tola. The price of gold surged by Rs 3,500 per tola in the domestic market on Friday, while silver continued its upward trend with a rise of Rs 100 per tola. Business 12 Dec, 2025
Gold price jumps Rs 1,000 per tola; Silver continues record climb Gold price jumps Rs 1,000 per tola; Silver continues record climb The price of gold rose by Rs 1,000 per tola in the domestic market on Thursday, while silver continued its upward momentum with an additional increase of Rs 55 per tola. The price of gold rose by Rs 1,000 per tola in the domestic market on Thursday, while silver continued its upward momentum with an additional increase of Rs 55 per tola. Business 11 Dec, 2025
BrandFest 2025 concludes with powerful messages on human connection, courage, and purpose BrandFest 2025 concludes with powerful messages on human connection, courage, and... The Himalayan Times BrandFest 2025 wrapped up its second day on Friday with a resounding emphasis on the irreplaceable role of human empathy, imagination, and courage in an age increasingly dominated by artificial intelligence and data. The Himalayan Times BrandFest 2025 wrapped up its second day on Friday with a resounding emphasis on the irreplaceable role of human empathy, imagination, and courage in an age increasingly dominated by artificial intelligence and data. Business 06 Dec, 2025
BrandFest 2025 Day One: International speakers challenge Nepal's branding industry to be brave and innovate BrandFest 2025 Day One: International speakers challenge Nepal's branding industry to... The Himalayan Times BrandFest 2025 kicked off on Wednesday with a powerful call to action for Nepal's branding professionals: embrace courage, innovation, and authentic human connection in an era increasingly defined by belonging. The Himalayan Times BrandFest 2025 kicked off on Wednesday with a powerful call to action for Nepal's branding professionals: embrace courage, innovation, and authentic human connection in an era increasingly defined by belonging. Business 05 Dec, 2025
BrandFest 2025 kicked off with a warm, lively gala night at Royal Tulip Kathmandu BrandFest 2025 kicked off with a warm, lively gala night at Royal Tulip Kathmandu Sponsors, speakers, and participants gathered yesterday evening for a gala dinner at Royal Tulip Kathmandu Gwarko, marking the eve of The Himalayan Times BrandFest 2025, Nepal's biggest branding and marketing event. Sponsors, speakers, and participants gathered yesterday evening for a gala dinner at Royal Tulip Kathmandu Gwarko, marking the eve of The Himalayan Times BrandFest 2025, Nepal's biggest branding and marketing event. Business 05 Dec, 2025
Royal Enfield launches refreshed Hunter 350 in Nepal with new colours, upgraded features Royal Enfield launches refreshed Hunter 350 in Nepal with new colours, upgraded... Royal Enfield has introduced the updated BS VI Hunter 350 in Nepal, offering new street-inspired colourways and several feature upgrades. Royal Enfield has introduced the updated BS VI Hunter 350 in Nepal, offering new street-inspired colourways and several feature upgrades. Business 10 Dec, 2025
Gold up by Rs 200 per tola, silver jumps Rs 150 Gold up by Rs 200 per tola, silver jumps Rs 150 Gold and silver prices rose in the domestic market on Wednesday, with silver posting a significantly sharper gain. Gold and silver prices rose in the domestic market on Wednesday, with silver posting a significantly sharper gain. Business 10 Dec, 2025
Minister Kharel visits Ncell data centre, assures govt support Minister Kharel visits Ncell data centre, assures govt support Minister for Communications and Information Technology Jagdish Kharel visited Ncell’s Integrated Data Centre (IDC) in Nakkhu, Lalitpur on Monday, pledging government support to the telecom operator following damages suffered during the recent Gen Z protests. Minister for Communications and Information Technology Jagdish Kharel visited Ncell’s Integrated Data Centre (IDC) in Nakkhu, Lalitpur on Monday, pledging government support to the telecom operator following damages suffered during the recent Gen Z protests. Business 09 Dec, 2025
Gold price drops by Rs 1,000 per tola; Silver rises Gold price drops by Rs 1,000 per tola; Silver rises The gold price has further declined by Rs 1,000 per tola in the domestic market, on Tuesday. The gold price has further declined by Rs 1,000 per tola in the domestic market, on Tuesday. Business 09 Dec, 2025
Yamaha Nepal launches week-long 'Yamaha BLUE CAMP' service initiative Yamaha Nepal launches week-long 'Yamaha BLUE CAMP' service initiative Yamaha Nepal has launched Yamaha BLUE CAMP, a nationwide service week running from December 7–13, offering exclusive maintenance benefits to Yamaha motorcycle and scooter owners. Yamaha Nepal has launched Yamaha BLUE CAMP, a nationwide service week running from December 7–13, offering exclusive maintenance benefits to Yamaha motorcycle and scooter owners. Business 09 Dec, 2025
Ncell begins issuing mobile numbers under new '971' range Ncell begins issuing mobile numbers under new '971' range Ncell has begun distributing SIM cards with mobile numbers starting with the new 971 range, following government approval to expand its numbering capacity. Ncell has begun distributing SIM cards with mobile numbers starting with the new 971 range, following government approval to expand its numbering capacity. Business 09 Dec, 2025
CrushCON debuts as USSEC's first regional MENASA event in Dubai CrushCON debuts as USSEC's first regional MENASA event in Dubai The U.S. Soybean Export Council (USSEC) hosted its first regional CrushCON event for the Middle East, North Africa and South Asia (MENASA) region in Dubai on Thursday, bringing together key players from the poultry, aquaculture, edible oil and feed industries. The U.S. Soybean Export Council (USSEC) hosted its first regional CrushCON event for the Middle East, North Africa and South Asia (MENASA) region in Dubai on Thursday, bringing together key players from the poultry, aquaculture, edible oil and feed industries. Business 08 Dec, 2025
Gold price rises by Rs 700 per tola; Silver declines Gold price rises by Rs 700 per tola; Silver declines The price of gold rose by Rs 700 per tola in the domestic market on Monday. The price of gold rose by Rs 700 per tola in the domestic market on Monday. Business 08 Dec, 2025
NEPSE drops 21 points as all sectors turn red NEPSE drops 21 points as all sectors turn red The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) fell by 21.48 points on Sunday to close at 2,609.69, marking a 0.81 percent decline on the first trading day of the week. The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) fell by 21.48 points on Sunday to close at 2,609.69, marking a 0.81 percent decline on the first trading day of the week. Business 07 Dec, 2025
Gold price drops by Rs 200 per tola, silver rises by 50 Gold price drops by Rs 200 per tola, silver rises by 50 Gold price fell by Rs 200 per tola in the domestic market on Sunday, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association. Gold price fell by Rs 200 per tola in the domestic market on Sunday, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association. Business 07 Dec, 2025
Four South Asian companies adopt U.S. Soy Sustainability Labels Four South Asian companies adopt U.S. Soy Sustainability Labels Four companies from Nepal and Sri Lanka have signed licensing agreements to use U.S. Soy sustainability labels on their product packaging, marking a growing regional shift toward responsible sourcing practices. Four companies from Nepal and Sri Lanka have signed licensing agreements to use U.S. Soy sustainability labels on their product packaging, marking a growing regional shift toward responsible sourcing practices. Business 06 Dec, 2025
Gold price drops by Rs 900 per tola Gold price drops by Rs 900 per tola The price of gold continued its downward trend in the domestic market, falling by Rs 900 per tola today. The price of gold continued its downward trend in the domestic market, falling by Rs 900 per tola today. Business 05 Dec, 2025
MetLife Nepal partners with Beema Gojima App to launch exclusive digital insurance packages MetLife Nepal partners with Beema Gojima App to launch exclusive digital insurance... MetLife Nepal has partnered with Neoassure Insurance Agent Pvt. Ltd., the company behind the digital insurance platform Beema Gojima, to introduce a range of exclusive insurance packages that customers can now purchase directly through the mobile app. MetLife Nepal has partnered with Neoassure Insurance Agent Pvt. Ltd., the company behind the digital insurance platform Beema Gojima, to introduce a range of exclusive insurance packages that customers can now purchase directly through the mobile app. Business 03 Dec, 2025
Kathmandu KMC to launch night bus service from Baisakh 1 Kathmandu Metropolitan City is set to launch a night-time public bus service in partnership with Sajha Yatayat from Baisakh 1 (April 14), operating four electric buses across two routes to address the absence of affordable public transport after 8 pm.
Kathmandu First session of new House of Representatives begins today The first session of the newly elected House of Representatives begins today, following the March 5 elections.
Nepal World Autism Awareness Day being observed today World Autism Awareness Day is being observed today with various programmes across the country.
Opinion Time to reinvigorate diplomatic engagement: Russia provides opportunity for new avenues of cooperation Diplomacy remains a fundamental instrument of a nation’s political direction. At a time when global diplomacy appears to be weakening, Nepal and Russia are approaching a significant milestone – 70 years since the establishment of formal diplomatic relations on July 20.
Business 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.
Nepal Russian Prime Minister congratulates Prime Minister Shah Prime Minister of the Russian Federation, Mikhail Mishustin, has congratulated Prime Minister Balendra Shah on his appointment to office of the Prime Minister of Nepal.
Kathmandu Nepal raises issue of affected nationals in Portugal during ministerial call Ministry of Foreign Affairs said Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal held a telephone conversation with Portugal’s Minister of State and Foreign Affairs Paulo Rangel, discussing issues concerning Nepali nationals and bilateral cooperation.
Business 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.
Environment Light rain, thunderstorms likely in Himalayan regions today The Meteorological Forecasting Division (MFD) has forecast partly cloudy conditions over the hilly and Himalayan regions and mainly fair weather in the Tarai for Thursday.
