Tea exports plummet 37pc via eastern checkpoint Tea exports plummet 37pc via eastern checkpoint Tea exports through the eastern checkpoint at Kakadbhitta have declined sharply, with shipments worth Rs 1.373 billion exported in the first four months of the current fiscal year, representing a 37 per cent drop compared to the same period last year. Tea exports through the eastern checkpoint at Kakadbhitta have declined sharply, with shipments worth Rs 1.373 billion exported in the first four months of the current fiscal year, representing a 37 per cent drop compared to the same period last year. Business 28 Nov, 2025
Nepal to export additional 20 MW electricity to Bangladesh Nepal to export additional 20 MW electricity to Bangladesh Bangladesh has agreed to purchase an additional 20 megawatts of electricity from Nepal, building on existing power trade arrangements as the two nations strengthen energy sector cooperation. Bangladesh has agreed to purchase an additional 20 megawatts of electricity from Nepal, building on existing power trade arrangements as the two nations strengthen energy sector cooperation. Business 28 Nov, 2025
Hyatt Place Butwal opens as Nepal's newest international-brand hotel Hyatt Place Butwal opens as Nepal's newest international-brand hotel Hyatt Place Butwal has officially opened its doors in Rupandehi, marking the expansion of the Hyatt brand in Nepal with its third property in the country after Kathmandu and Pokhara. Hyatt Place Butwal has officially opened its doors in Rupandehi, marking the expansion of the Hyatt brand in Nepal with its third property in the country after Kathmandu and Pokhara. Business 28 Nov, 2025
'One cannot foster a culture of belonging if one fosters exclusivity' 'One cannot foster a culture of belonging if one fosters exclusivity' Sheila Berman is a cross-industry leader in marketing, data, and digital transformation, based in Singapore. She has co-led initiatives across retail, tech startups, and regional and global NGOs, including She Loves Data, where she oversaw global marketing activities. Sheila Berman is a cross-industry leader in marketing, data, and digital transformation, based in Singapore. She has co-led initiatives across retail, tech startups, and regional and global NGOs, including She Loves Data, where she oversaw global marketing activities. Business 28 Nov, 2025
Gold surges past Rs 250,000 mark again Gold surges past Rs 250,000 mark again Gold price once again crossed the Rs 250,000-per-tola threshold in the domestic market on Friday, rising by Rs 2,200 per tola Gold price once again crossed the Rs 250,000-per-tola threshold in the domestic market on Friday, rising by Rs 2,200 per tola Business 28 Nov, 2025
'Brands should be rooted in culture but present it with a global lens' 'Brands should be rooted in culture but present it with a global lens' Preetesh Sewraj is the CEO of The Loeries, Africa and the Middle East’s premier creative awards platform celebrating excellence in brand communications. Preetesh Sewraj is the CEO of The Loeries, Africa and the Middle East’s premier creative awards platform celebrating excellence in brand communications. Business 28 Nov, 2025
'Relevance is always earned locally' 'Relevance is always earned locally' Suhayl Limbada is the market lead and chief marketing officer at KFC Thailand, where he leads brand strategy for over 1,000 restaurants nationwide. Suhayl Limbada is the market lead and chief marketing officer at KFC Thailand, where he leads brand strategy for over 1,000 restaurants nationwide. Business 27 Nov, 2025
Gold price rises by Rs 900 per tola Gold price rises by Rs 900 per tola Gold price in the domestic market continued their upward climb on Wednesday, rising by Rs 900 per tola, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association. Gold price in the domestic market continued their upward climb on Wednesday, rising by Rs 900 per tola, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association. Business 26 Nov, 2025
'Stop trying to advertise, solve problems instead' 'Stop trying to advertise, solve problems instead' Mohammad Akrum Hossain is the chief creative officer at POP5 and the only Bangladeshi creative with more than 250 local and international awards, including Cannes Lions, Spikes and the Effie Awards, for work such as AgroBanking, Child Marriage Prevention Loan, The Unwritten Story, Tally Loan Druti and The Plastic Exchange Store. Mohammad Akrum Hossain is the chief creative officer at POP5 and the only Bangladeshi creative with more than 250 local and international awards, including Cannes Lions, Spikes and the Effie Awards, for work such as AgroBanking, Child Marriage Prevention Loan, The Unwritten Story, Tally Loan Druti and The Plastic Exchange Store. Business 25 Nov, 2025
Mustang potato production surges to Rs 628 million Mustang potato production surges to Rs 628 million Mustang district produced potatoes valued at Rs 628 million in the current fiscal year, marking significant growth in both production volume and market value, according to the Agriculture Knowledge Center Office, Mustang. Mustang district produced potatoes valued at Rs 628 million in the current fiscal year, marking significant growth in both production volume and market value, according to the Agriculture Knowledge Center Office, Mustang. Business 25 Nov, 2025
Deepal S07 ICA launches 'Buy Back Guarantee and Zero Expense' scheme Deepal S07 ICA launches 'Buy Back Guarantee and Zero Expense' scheme MAW Vriddhi, the official distributor of Deepal, has relaunched a "Buy Back Guarantee and Zero Expense for 5 Years" scheme on the Deepal S07 ICA luxury electric vehicle, aimed at strengthening customer confidence in EV ownership. MAW Vriddhi, the official distributor of Deepal, has relaunched a "Buy Back Guarantee and Zero Expense for 5 Years" scheme on the Deepal S07 ICA luxury electric vehicle, aimed at strengthening customer confidence in EV ownership. Business 25 Nov, 2025
Team Ventures moves closer towards public listing Team Ventures moves closer towards public listing Team Ventures Limited, one of Nepal’s pioneering private equity firms and among the earliest established in the sector, has appointed Siddhartha Capital Limited as the Issue Manager for its upcoming public share issuance. Team Ventures Limited, one of Nepal’s pioneering private equity firms and among the earliest established in the sector, has appointed Siddhartha Capital Limited as the Issue Manager for its upcoming public share issuance. Business 25 Nov, 2025
NEPSE gains 50 points; Daily turnover increases to Rs 7bln NEPSE gains 50 points; Daily turnover increases to Rs 7bln The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) benchmark index rose 50.44 points or 1.94 per cent to close at 2,650.66 points on Monday, extending gains for the second consecutive trading day. The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) benchmark index rose 50.44 points or 1.94 per cent to close at 2,650.66 points on Monday, extending gains for the second consecutive trading day. Business 24 Nov, 2025
Samsung Nepal launches warm winter offer on home appliances Samsung Nepal launches warm winter offer on home appliances Samsung Nepal announced its Warm Winter Offer providing attractive discounts and easy finance options on washing machines and refrigerators. Samsung Nepal announced its Warm Winter Offer providing attractive discounts and easy finance options on washing machines and refrigerators. Business 24 Nov, 2025
Xiaomi 15T brings Leica photography to Nepal's smartphone market Xiaomi 15T brings Leica photography to Nepal's smartphone market The Xiaomi 15T has entered Nepal's competitive smartphone market, positioning itself as a practical alternative combining Leica-tuned cameras with premium specifications. The Xiaomi 15T has entered Nepal's competitive smartphone market, positioning itself as a practical alternative combining Leica-tuned cameras with premium specifications. Business 24 Nov, 2025
Gold price falls Rs 1,900 per tola; Silver follows Gold price falls Rs 1,900 per tola; Silver follows ​​​​​​​Gold price declined by Rs 1,900 per tola in Nepal's domestic market on Monday as the precious metals continued their volatile trading pattern. ​​​​​​​Gold price declined by Rs 1,900 per tola in Nepal's domestic market on Monday as the precious metals continued their volatile trading pattern. Business 24 Nov, 2025
NEPSE gains 39.92 points NEPSE gains 39.92 points The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) benchmark index rose 39.92 points or 1.55 per cent to close at 2,600.22 points in Sunday's trading session. The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) benchmark index rose 39.92 points or 1.55 per cent to close at 2,600.22 points in Sunday's trading session. Business 23 Nov, 2025
Gold price increases by Rs 2,900 per tola Gold price increases by Rs 2,900 per tola The gold price rose by Rs 2,900 per tola in the domestic market on Sunday. The gold price rose by Rs 2,900 per tola in the domestic market on Sunday. Business 23 Nov, 2025
EC registers over 837,000 new voters ahead of March elections EC registers over 837,000 new voters ahead of March elections The Election Commission (EC) has added 837,094 new voters to its rolls after the voter registration period closed at midnight on Thursday, ahead of the House of Representatives elections scheduled for March 5. The Election Commission (EC) has added 837,094 new voters to its rolls after the voter registration period closed at midnight on Thursday, ahead of the House of Representatives elections scheduled for March 5. Business 22 Nov, 2025
Litmus Cables named Connectivity Partner of Sudurpaschim Royals Litmus Cables named Connectivity Partner of Sudurpaschim Royals Litmus Cables, a Nepali cable brand, has partnered with the Sudurpaschim Royals as the team’s official connectivity partner for the upcoming Nepal Premier League (NPL). Litmus Cables, a Nepali cable brand, has partnered with the Sudurpaschim Royals as the team’s official connectivity partner for the upcoming Nepal Premier League (NPL). Business 22 Nov, 2025
Nepal EC calls for applications under proportional representation category The Election Commission (EC) has called on political parties wishing to contest the proportional representation (PR) category for the March 5 House of Representatives election to submit their applications between December 7 and 9, from 10 am to 4 pm.
Nepal PM Karki calls all-party meeting for 4pm today Prime Minister Sushila Karki has called an all-side meeting for 4 pm today to discuss preparations for the House of Representatives election scheduled for March 5, according to the PM’s Secretariat.
Nepal Talent showcase for persons with disabilities held in Biratnagar on International Disability Day A province-level talent showcase highlighting the artistic and creative abilities of persons with disabilities was held in Biratnagar on Wednesday to mark the 34th International Day of Persons with Disabilities.
Business 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.
Nepal UN minority rights expert Nicolas Levrat visiting Nepal from Dec 4–13 UN Special Rapporteur on minority issues Nicolas Levrat has begun an official visit to Nepal, scheduled from 4 to 13 December 2025, to assess the situation of national, ethnic, religious and linguistic minorities in the country.
Business MetLife Nepal partners with Beema Gojima App to launch exclusive digital insurance packages 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.
Opinion More research-based analyses, please!: Why perceptions of Nepali institutions matter State repression during the GenZ protests on September 8 fueled more intensified demonstrations the following day, on September 9, and led the country to what is in front of our eyes.
World Putin says there are points he can't agree to in the US proposal to end Russia's war in Ukraine Putin refused to elaborate on what Russia could accept or reject, and none of the other officials involved offered details of the talks.
Sports Root finally scores an Ashes century for England in Australia and makes it a big one Root went to the crease in the third over with England reeling at 5-2 after Starc's opening burst.
