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

Govt unveils policy and programme for FY 2083/84, prioritises reforms, growth and digital transformation

Govt unveils policy and programme for FY 2083/84, prioritises reforms, growth and...

The government has unveiled its policy and programme for the upcoming fiscal year 2083/84, outlining an ambitious reform agenda focused on economic transformation, digital governance, infrastructure expansion and social sector improvements.

The government has unveiled its policy and programme for the upcoming fiscal year 2083/84, outlining an ambitious reform agenda focused on economic transformation, digital governance, infrastructure expansion and social sector improvements.

Business 12 May, 2026

Cost of living rises across Nepal as inflation hits 4.47% in mid-April, urban areas hit harder

Cost of living rises across Nepal as inflation hits 4.47% in mid-April, urban areas...

Everyday goods and services cost 4.47 percent more in mid-April 2026 compared to a year ago, with cooking oil, fruits, and vegetables among the biggest contributors to rising household expenses, according to Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB).

Everyday goods and services cost 4.47 percent more in mid-April 2026 compared to a year ago, with cooking oil, fruits, and vegetables among the biggest contributors to rising household expenses, according to Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB).

Business 11 May, 2026

Forex reserves rise 30.5%; Sufficient for 18.4 months of imports

Forex reserves rise 30.5%; Sufficient for 18.4 months of imports

Nepal’s gross foreign exchange reserves increased by 30.5 percent to Rs 3,494.73 billion in mid-April 2026, up from Rs 2,677.68 billion in mid-July 2025, according to the Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB).

Nepal’s gross foreign exchange reserves increased by 30.5 percent to Rs 3,494.73 billion in mid-April 2026, up from Rs 2,677.68 billion in mid-July 2025, according to the Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB).

Business 11 May, 2026

Remittance inflows surge 39.1 pc to Rs 1.65 trillion in nine months

Remittance inflows surge 39.1 pc to Rs 1.65 trillion in nine months

Remittance inflows to Nepal rose sharply by 39.1 percent to Rs 1,659.41 billion in the first nine months of the current fiscal year 2025/26, according to the latest macroeconomic report of Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB).

Remittance inflows to Nepal rose sharply by 39.1 percent to Rs 1,659.41 billion in the first nine months of the current fiscal year 2025/26, according to the latest macroeconomic report of Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB).

Business 11 May, 2026

NEPSE gains 38 points; all sectors post growth

NEPSE gains 38 points; all sectors post growth

The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index rose by 38.19 points, or 1.39 percent, on Monday to close at 2,783.85 points.

The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index rose by 38.19 points, or 1.39 percent, on Monday to close at 2,783.85 points.

Business 11 May, 2026

Budget session of parliament to begin today

Budget session of parliament to begin today

The Federal Parliament's budget session is beginning today. A joint session of the Federal Parliament will be held at 4:00 pm later today, according to a notice issued by Federal Parliament General Secretary Padam Prasad Pandey.

The Federal Parliament's budget session is beginning today. A joint session of the Federal Parliament will be held at 4:00 pm later today, according to a notice issued by Federal Parliament General Secretary Padam Prasad Pandey.

Business 11 May, 2026

EU announces €6.68 million grants for civil society in Nepal

EU announces €6.68 million grants for civil society in Nepal

​​​​​​​The European Union Delegation to Nepal has launched 11 new grants worth €6.68 million to support civil society organisations working with youth, LGBTIQ+ communities and persons with disabilities.

​​​​​​​The European Union Delegation to Nepal has launched 11 new grants worth €6.68 million to support civil society organisations working with youth, LGBTIQ+ communities and persons with disabilities.

Business 10 May, 2026

Quest International Conference draws participants from 12 countries

Quest International Conference draws participants from 12 countries

Quest International College successfully hosted the Quest International Conference on Business, Technology, and Hospitality for a Sustainable Future on May 1–2 at Gwarko, Lalitpur.

Quest International College successfully hosted the Quest International Conference on Business, Technology, and Hospitality for a Sustainable Future on May 1–2 at Gwarko, Lalitpur.

Business 10 May, 2026

Customs clearance resumes in Rasuwa after MRP dispute resolved

Customs clearance resumes in Rasuwa after MRP dispute resolved

Customs inspection at the Rasuwa Customs Office has resumed after an impasse over mandatory MRP (maximum retail price) labelling on imported goods was resolved.

Customs inspection at the Rasuwa Customs Office has resumed after an impasse over mandatory MRP (maximum retail price) labelling on imported goods was resolved.

Business 09 May, 2026

Gold price rises further by Rs 1,800 per tola

Gold price rises further by Rs 1,800 per tola

The price of gold continued its upward trend in the domestic bullion market on Thursday, increasing by Rs 1,800 per tola.

The price of gold continued its upward trend in the domestic bullion market on Thursday, increasing by Rs 1,800 per tola.

Business 07 May, 2026

Mustang, Annapurna see surge in tourist arrivals; Trails upgraded, new destinations emerging

Mustang, Annapurna see surge in tourist arrivals; Trails upgraded, new destinations...

Nepal’s key mountain tourism destinations—Mustang and the Annapurna Conservation Area—have witnessed a significant rise in foreign tourist arrivals, alongside ongoing infrastructure upgrades aimed at enhancing visitor experience and extending stays.

Nepal’s key mountain tourism destinations—Mustang and the Annapurna Conservation Area—have witnessed a significant rise in foreign tourist arrivals, alongside ongoing infrastructure upgrades aimed at enhancing visitor experience and extending stays.

Business 06 May, 2026