Gold price extends decline after record high Gold price extends decline after record high Gold price continued its downward trend in the domestic market on Thursday, extending losses after touching a historic high of Rs 270,600 per tola on December 28. Gold price continued its downward trend in the domestic market on Thursday, extending losses after touching a historic high of Rs 270,600 per tola on December 28. Business 01 Jan, 2026
NOC reduces prices of Petrol, Diesel and Aviation Fuel NOC reduces prices of Petrol, Diesel and Aviation Fuel Nepal Oil Corporation has reduced the prices of petrol, diesel, and aviation fuel. Nepal Oil Corporation has reduced the prices of petrol, diesel, and aviation fuel. Business 31 Dec, 2025
2025 in review: The year the CIAA took on big corruption at the Special Court 2025 in review: The year the CIAA took on big corruption at the Special Court As 2025 draws to a close, the Commission for the Investigation of Abuse of Authority (CIAA) leaves behind a year marked by some of the most consequential corruption prosecutions in recent memory. As 2025 draws to a close, the Commission for the Investigation of Abuse of Authority (CIAA) leaves behind a year marked by some of the most consequential corruption prosecutions in recent memory. Business 31 Dec, 2025
Gold price falls further by Rs 1,100 per tola Gold price falls further by Rs 1,100 per tola Gold price in the domestic market declined further on Wednesday, falling by Rs 1,100 per tola, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association. Gold price in the domestic market declined further on Wednesday, falling by Rs 1,100 per tola, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association. Business 31 Dec, 2025
Kajaria expands footprint in Eastern Nepal with new showroom in Bhardaha Kajaria expands footprint in Eastern Nepal with new showroom in Bhardaha Kajaria, one of Nepal’s leading premium tile brands, has strengthened its presence in eastern Nepal with the inauguration of a new showroom in Bhardaha, Saptari, on Monday. Kajaria, one of Nepal’s leading premium tile brands, has strengthened its presence in eastern Nepal with the inauguration of a new showroom in Bhardaha, Saptari, on Monday. Business 31 Dec, 2025
Gold price plummets by Rs 7,900 per tola in sharp one-day fall Gold price plummets by Rs 7,900 per tola in sharp one-day fall Gold price in the domestic market witnessed a steep correction on Tuesday, plunging by Rs 7,900 per tola in a single day, as the recent rally lost momentum, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association. Gold price in the domestic market witnessed a steep correction on Tuesday, plunging by Rs 7,900 per tola in a single day, as the recent rally lost momentum, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association. Business 30 Dec, 2025
Hyatt Place Butwal records strong early response within two months of opening Hyatt Place Butwal records strong early response within two months of opening Hyatt Place Butwal has reported strong guest response within just two months of its opening, reflecting growing interest in Butwal as an emerging leisure and transit destination in western Nepal. Hyatt Place Butwal has reported strong guest response within just two months of its opening, reflecting growing interest in Butwal as an emerging leisure and transit destination in western Nepal. Business 30 Dec, 2025
Samsung Innovation Campus Nepal completes AI, Big Data programme, launches coding batch Samsung Innovation Campus Nepal completes AI, Big Data programme, launches coding... Samsung Innovation Campus (SIC) Nepal has completed its Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Big Data programme and has launched a new batch for Coding and Programming, as part of its ongoing efforts to build digital skills among Nepali youth. Samsung Innovation Campus (SIC) Nepal has completed its Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Big Data programme and has launched a new batch for Coding and Programming, as part of its ongoing efforts to build digital skills among Nepali youth. Business 30 Dec, 2025
NEPALPAY card gains global acceptance through Discover Network NEPALPAY card gains global acceptance through Discover Network Nepal Clearing House Ltd. (NCHL) has announced the commercial rollout of the NEPALPAY Card, Nepal’s national card scheme, with global acceptance through a collaboration with the Discover Network. Nepal Clearing House Ltd. (NCHL) has announced the commercial rollout of the NEPALPAY Card, Nepal’s national card scheme, with global acceptance through a collaboration with the Discover Network. Business 30 Dec, 2025
Gold retreats by Rs 600 per tola after record high Gold retreats by Rs 600 per tola after record high Gold price in the domestic market declined by Rs 600 per tola on Monday, a day after reaching a record high, indicating a pause in the sharp upward momentum seen over the weeks. Gold price in the domestic market declined by Rs 600 per tola on Monday, a day after reaching a record high, indicating a pause in the sharp upward momentum seen over the weeks. Business 29 Dec, 2025
NEPSE gains 47 points as finance sector leads market rally NEPSE gains 47 points as finance sector leads market rally The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) rose by 47.55 points, or 1.83%, to close at 2,633.42 on Sunday, signaling a broadly positive trading session. The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) rose by 47.55 points, or 1.83%, to close at 2,633.42 on Sunday, signaling a broadly positive trading session. Business 28 Dec, 2025
Cardamom tops Kakarbhitta exports in first five months of FY Cardamom tops Kakarbhitta exports in first five months of FY Cardamom has emerged as the leading export commodity from the Kakarbhitta border customs point in the first five months of the current fiscal year, reinforcing its status as the region’s “green gold”. Cardamom has emerged as the leading export commodity from the Kakarbhitta border customs point in the first five months of the current fiscal year, reinforcing its status as the region’s “green gold”. Business 28 Dec, 2025
Gold price breaks past Rs 270,000 per tola Gold price breaks past Rs 270,000 per tola Gold price in the domestic market surged to a new historic high on Sunday, crossing the Rs 270,000-per-tola mark amid a sustained rally that has increasingly put pressure on consumers. Gold price in the domestic market surged to a new historic high on Sunday, crossing the Rs 270,000-per-tola mark amid a sustained rally that has increasingly put pressure on consumers. Business 28 Dec, 2025
Hotel Yak & Yeti concludes Christmas celebrations with grand festive events Hotel Yak & Yeti concludes Christmas celebrations with grand festive events Hotel Yak & Yeti concluded the festive season with a Christmas Eve Dinner and Christmas Day Brunch, hosted within its historic palace setting in central Kathmandu. Hotel Yak & Yeti concluded the festive season with a Christmas Eve Dinner and Christmas Day Brunch, hosted within its historic palace setting in central Kathmandu. Business 26 Dec, 2025
Deepal launches festive test drive and exchange campaign Deepal launches festive test drive and exchange campaign MAW Vriddhi, the official distributor of luxury EV brand Deepal, has launched a special ‘Festive Drive’ Test Drive and Exchange Campaign to mark Christmas and New Year 2026. MAW Vriddhi, the official distributor of luxury EV brand Deepal, has launched a special ‘Festive Drive’ Test Drive and Exchange Campaign to mark Christmas and New Year 2026. Business 26 Dec, 2025
Paramount Motors launches 'Electrifying New Year 2026' EV exchange offer Paramount Motors launches 'Electrifying New Year 2026' EV exchange offer Paramount Motors, the authorized distributor of MG and IM Motors in Nepal, has announced the launch of its “Electrifying New Year 2026” exchange scheme for electric vehicles. Paramount Motors, the authorized distributor of MG and IM Motors in Nepal, has announced the launch of its “Electrifying New Year 2026” exchange scheme for electric vehicles. Business 26 Dec, 2025
inDrive launches nationwide safety awareness campaign inDrive launches nationwide safety awareness campaign inDrive has launched a safety awareness campaign titled “Safe Journey Begins With Your Choice”, aimed at promoting informed and responsible use of ride-hailing services. inDrive has launched a safety awareness campaign titled “Safe Journey Begins With Your Choice”, aimed at promoting informed and responsible use of ride-hailing services. Business 26 Dec, 2025
Gold price hits new record of Rs 269,300 per tola Gold price hits new record of Rs 269,300 per tola Gold price surged to a new all-time high in the domestic market on Friday, rising by Rs 1,800 per tola to reach Rs 269,300 per tola. Gold price surged to a new all-time high in the domestic market on Friday, rising by Rs 1,800 per tola to reach Rs 269,300 per tola. Business 26 Dec, 2025
Gold price drops by Rs 600 per tola after record high Gold price drops by Rs 600 per tola after record high Gold price in the domestic market declined by Rs 600 per tola on Thursday, a day after reaching a historic high in Nepal. Gold price in the domestic market declined by Rs 600 per tola on Thursday, a day after reaching a historic high in Nepal. Business 25 Dec, 2025
IHG signs Holiday Inn Hotel in Dhangadhi, marking entry into Sudurpashchim Province IHG signs Holiday Inn Hotel in Dhangadhi, marking entry into Sudurpashchim Province IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed a management agreement with Club Chaulani Ltd to develop a 115-room Holiday Inn hotel in Dhangadhi, marking the global hospitality group’s first presence in Nepal’s Sudurpashchim Province. IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed a management agreement with Club Chaulani Ltd to develop a 115-room Holiday Inn hotel in Dhangadhi, marking the global hospitality group’s first presence in Nepal’s Sudurpashchim Province. Business 24 Dec, 2025
Nepal PMO warns against misuse of its name after ward secretary threatened The Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers has issued a stern warning after an individual used the PMO's name to threaten a ward secretary in Dailekh district, directing security and investigative agencies to take immediate legal action against the perpetrator.
Nepal Three workers killed, two injured in Sarlahi brick kiln wall collapse Three workers were killed and two others seriously injured after a brick kiln wall collapsed in Haripur Municipality–5, Majurwa, in Sarlahi district on Friday evening.
Health A new Ebola outbreak is confirmed in a remote Congo province, with 65 deaths recorded Africa’s top public health body on Friday confirmed a new Ebola outbreak in Congo’s remote Ituri province, with 246 suspected cases and 65 deaths recorded so far.
Health Madhesh Province sees growing HIV cases, including vulnerable groups The number of HIV/AIDS patients is increasing in Madhesh Province, with infections also reported among children and pregnant women, according to health authorities.
Wild animal attacks result loss of 239 livestock in Mustang Over the last four years, wild animal attacks have caused the loss of 239 livestock across three municipalities in the Mustang district.
Nepal Badimalika sees rise in visitors, but infrastructure gaps persist Visitor numbers to the religious and scenic site of Badimalika in Bajura have increased in recent months amid rising publicity and public discussion.
Kathmandu British Council calls for language-responsive education systems The British Council has launched a new global position paper calling for language-responsive education systems that reflect learners’ linguistic realities and promote inclusive and equitable education.
Kathmandu Korean Embassy hands over language textbooks to Nepali schools The Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Nepal has handed over Korean language textbooks to support school-level language learning in Nepal.
Nepal Nepal, Thailand discuss stronger cooperation against cybercrime and trafficking Nepal and Thailand have discussed strengthening bilateral cooperation to combat transnational crimes, including human trafficking, cybercrime, smuggling and online scamming.
