Monsoon readiness: The real test of governance

Monsoon readiness: The real test of governance

Every monsoon, Nepal braces for more than rain. Rivers rise, slopes weaken, roads collapse, bridges fail, settlements flood, families are displaced, and communities are cut off from essential services. What begins as a seasonal weather pattern can quickly become a national test of readiness.

Every monsoon, Nepal braces for more than rain. Rivers rise, slopes weaken, roads collapse, bridges fail, settlements flood, families are displaced, and communities are cut off from essential services. What begins as a seasonal weather pattern can quickly become a national test of readiness.

Business 30 Jun, 2026

Gold extends losing streak, down Rs 5,900 per tola in two days

Gold extends losing streak, down Rs 5,900 per tola in two days

Gold price continued their downward trend in the domestic market on Tuesday, falling by Rs 4,500 per tola, a day after posting a decline of Rs 1,400 per tola.

Gold price continued their downward trend in the domestic market on Tuesday, falling by Rs 4,500 per tola, a day after posting a decline of Rs 1,400 per tola.

Business 30 Jun, 2026

Bosch hosts annual partners summit, unveils new power tool solutions in Nepal

Bosch hosts annual partners summit, unveils new power tool solutions in Nepal

​​​​​​​Bosch Nepal, in collaboration with its authorised distributor Infratech Pvt. Ltd., hosted the Bosch Power Partners Summit Nepal 2026 in Kathmandu, bringing together around 120 dealers, retailers and professional users to showcase the company's latest power tool innovations and strengthen partnerships.

​​​​​​​Bosch Nepal, in collaboration with its authorised distributor Infratech Pvt. Ltd., hosted the Bosch Power Partners Summit Nepal 2026 in Kathmandu, bringing together around 120 dealers, retailers and professional users to showcase the company's latest power tool innovations and strengthen partnerships.

Business 29 Jun, 2026

NEPSE falls 16 points as turnover drops to Rs 2.67 billion

NEPSE falls 16 points as turnover drops to Rs 2.67 billion

The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) extended its losing streak on Monday, with the benchmark index falling 16.54 points, or 0.62 percent, to close at 2,632.96 points.

The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) extended its losing streak on Monday, with the benchmark index falling 16.54 points, or 0.62 percent, to close at 2,632.96 points.

Business 29 Jun, 2026

Global IME launches 'Udyamshala' to support startups and SMEs

Global IME launches 'Udyamshala' to support startups and SMEs

Global IME Bank has launched the Global IME Udyamshala Program, an entrepreneurship initiative aimed at supporting startups and strengthening Nepal's micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs).

Global IME Bank has launched the Global IME Udyamshala Program, an entrepreneurship initiative aimed at supporting startups and strengthening Nepal's micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs).

Business 29 Jun, 2026

MetLife waives late fees to revive lapsed insurance policies

MetLife waives late fees to revive lapsed insurance policies

MetLife Nepal has launched a limited-time campaign allowing customers to reinstate lapsed life insurance policies with late fee waivers of up to 100 percent.

MetLife Nepal has launched a limited-time campaign allowing customers to reinstate lapsed life insurance policies with late fee waivers of up to 100 percent.

Business 29 Jun, 2026

TVS launches upgraded Apache RTR 160 4V in Nepal at Rs 429,900

TVS launches upgraded Apache RTR 160 4V in Nepal at Rs 429,900

TVS Motor Company has launched the upgraded TVS Apache RTR 160 4V motorcycle in the Nepali market, introducing new safety and technology features aimed at performance enthusiasts.

TVS Motor Company has launched the upgraded TVS Apache RTR 160 4V motorcycle in the Nepali market, introducing new safety and technology features aimed at performance enthusiasts.

Business 29 Jun, 2026

LG launches 'Essential Series' home appliances in Nepal, expands nationwide campaign

LG launches 'Essential Series' home appliances in Nepal, expands nationwide campaign

LG Electronics has launched its new 'Essential Series' range of home appliances in Nepal, introducing refrigerators, washing machines and air conditioners designed specifically for Nepali households.

LG Electronics has launched its new 'Essential Series' range of home appliances in Nepal, introducing refrigerators, washing machines and air conditioners designed specifically for Nepali households.

Business 29 Jun, 2026

Gold price drops Rs 1,400 per tola; silver also slips

Gold price drops Rs 1,400 per tola; silver also slips

Gold price declined in the domestic market on Monday, with fine gold falling by Rs 1,400 per tola, while silver also registered a marginal decrease.

Gold price declined in the domestic market on Monday, with fine gold falling by Rs 1,400 per tola, while silver also registered a marginal decrease.

Business 29 Jun, 2026

KTM and Triumph open new showroom in Lalitpur

KTM and Triumph open new showroom in Lalitpur

KTM and Triumph have launched a new joint showroom in Lalitpur, Nepal, bringing both brands' motorcycle lineups under one roof for customers in the Kathmandu Valley.

KTM and Triumph have launched a new joint showroom in Lalitpur, Nepal, bringing both brands' motorcycle lineups under one roof for customers in the Kathmandu Valley.

Business 28 Jun, 2026

HoR passes Finance Bill as lawmakers' amendment proposals fail

HoR passes Finance Bill as lawmakers' amendment proposals fail

The House of Representatives (HoR) on Sunday passed the Finance Bill, 2083, endorsing the government's key revenue-related legislation after rejecting most amendment proposals tabled by lawmakers.

The House of Representatives (HoR) on Sunday passed the Finance Bill, 2083, endorsing the government's key revenue-related legislation after rejecting most amendment proposals tabled by lawmakers.

Business 28 Jun, 2026

Paramount Motors to unveil four new Wuling EV models at NAIMA Mobility Expo 2026

Paramount Motors to unveil four new Wuling EV models at NAIMA Mobility Expo 2026

Paramount Motors, the authorised distributor of Wuling Motors in Nepal, has announced plans to expand its electric vehicle (EV) portfolio with the launch of four new models at the NAIMA Mobility Expo 2026, as it seeks to strengthen its foothold in Nepal's growing EV market.

Paramount Motors, the authorised distributor of Wuling Motors in Nepal, has announced plans to expand its electric vehicle (EV) portfolio with the launch of four new models at the NAIMA Mobility Expo 2026, as it seeks to strengthen its foothold in Nepal's growing EV market.

Business 28 Jun, 2026

Gold surges by Rs 4,700 per tola, silver also gains

Gold surges by Rs 4,700 per tola, silver also gains

Gold price jumped sharply in the domestic market on Sunday, with the price of fine gold increasing by Rs 4,700 per tola, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers' Association.

Gold price jumped sharply in the domestic market on Sunday, with the price of fine gold increasing by Rs 4,700 per tola, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers' Association.

Business 28 Jun, 2026

AmCham Nepal, Cross River Bank hold dialogue to boost US-Nepal investment and financial cooperation

AmCham Nepal, Cross River Bank hold dialogue to boost US-Nepal investment and...

The American Chamber of Commerce in Nepal (AmCham Nepal), in partnership with Cross River Bank, has hosted a high-level leadership dialogue aimed at strengthening commercial ties between Nepal and the United States and exploring opportunities in financial innovation and investment.

The American Chamber of Commerce in Nepal (AmCham Nepal), in partnership with Cross River Bank, has hosted a high-level leadership dialogue aimed at strengthening commercial ties between Nepal and the United States and exploring opportunities in financial innovation and investment.

Business 28 Jun, 2026

Govt collects Rs 1.11 trillion in revenue, achieves 75% of annual target

Govt collects Rs 1.11 trillion in revenue, achieves 75% of annual target

The government has collected Rs 1.112 trillion in revenue, achieving 75.17 percent of its annual target with 19 days remaining in the current fiscal year.

The government has collected Rs 1.112 trillion in revenue, achieving 75.17 percent of its annual target with 19 days remaining in the current fiscal year.

Business 27 Jun, 2026

British Council honours top IELTS registration partners in Nepal

British Council honours top IELTS registration partners in Nepal

The British Council Nepal has recognised the country's top-performing IELTS registration partners for their contribution to expanding access to international education, employment and migration opportunities.

The British Council Nepal has recognised the country's top-performing IELTS registration partners for their contribution to expanding access to international education, employment and migration opportunities.

Business 26 Jun, 2026

NEPSE extends losing streak as turnover rebounds to Rs 3.9 billion

NEPSE extends losing streak as turnover rebounds to Rs 3.9 billion

The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index edged lower for another session on Friday, although daily trading turnover rebounded to Rs 3.9 billion on the final trading day of the week.

The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index edged lower for another session on Friday, although daily trading turnover rebounded to Rs 3.9 billion on the final trading day of the week.

Business 26 Jun, 2026

Gold price rises by Rs 800 per tola, silver declines

Gold price rises by Rs 800 per tola, silver declines

The price of gold increased by Rs 800 per tola in the domestic market on Friday, while silver prices declined, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers' Association.

The price of gold increased by Rs 800 per tola in the domestic market on Friday, while silver prices declined, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers' Association.

Business 26 Jun, 2026

Minister Paudel reaffirms commitment to full operation of Gautam Buddha International Airport

Minister Paudel reaffirms commitment to full operation of Gautam Buddha International...

Minister for Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation Khadak Raj Paudel has reaffirmed the government's commitment to bringing Gautam Buddha International Airport into full-fledged regular operation, saying the airport is crucial to achieving Nepal's ambitious tourism growth targets.

Minister for Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation Khadak Raj Paudel has reaffirmed the government's commitment to bringing Gautam Buddha International Airport into full-fledged regular operation, saying the airport is crucial to achieving Nepal's ambitious tourism growth targets.

Business 26 Jun, 2026

NEPSE falls 8.5 points as daily turnover drops to Rs 2.83 billion

NEPSE falls 8.5 points as daily turnover drops to Rs 2.83 billion

The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) witnessed a sharp decline in trading activity on Thursday, with daily turnover plunging to Rs 2.83 billion from Rs 4.4 billion recorded a day earlier. The benchmark NEPSE index also slipped by 8.50 points, or 0.31 per cent, to close at 2,651.52 points.

The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) witnessed a sharp decline in trading activity on Thursday, with daily turnover plunging to Rs 2.83 billion from Rs 4.4 billion recorded a day earlier. The benchmark NEPSE index also slipped by 8.50 points, or 0.31 per cent, to close at 2,651.52 points.

Business 25 Jun, 2026