Nepal's Shinta Mani Mustang crowned world's best luxury hotel

Nepal's Shinta Mani Mustang crowned world's best luxury hotel

Nepal has achieved a major milestone in luxury tourism, with Shinta Mani Mustang being named the world's No. 1 luxury hotel in Robb Report's prestigious "50 Greatest Luxury Hotels on Earth 2026" ranking.

Nepal has achieved a major milestone in luxury tourism, with Shinta Mani Mustang being named the world's No. 1 luxury hotel in Robb Report's prestigious "50 Greatest Luxury Hotels on Earth 2026" ranking.

Business 27 Jul, 2026

CDSC to suspend Mero Share services for accounts with unpaid annual fees

CDSC to suspend Mero Share services for accounts with unpaid annual fees

CDS and Clearing Limited (CDSC) has directed all Depository Participants (DPs) to suspend Mero Share services for beneficiary account holders who have not paid their annual account maintenance fees.

CDS and Clearing Limited (CDSC) has directed all Depository Participants (DPs) to suspend Mero Share services for beneficiary account holders who have not paid their annual account maintenance fees.

Business 27 Jul, 2026

Chitwan tourism sees monsoon boost as two-day weekend drives travel

Chitwan tourism sees monsoon boost as two-day weekend drives travel

Chitwan’s tourism industry is witnessing an unexpected boost during the monsoon season, with hotel occupancy climbing to around 50 percent as the government’s two-day weekend policy fuels a rise in domestic travel.

Chitwan’s tourism industry is witnessing an unexpected boost during the monsoon season, with hotel occupancy climbing to around 50 percent as the government’s two-day weekend policy fuels a rise in domestic travel.

Business 26 Jul, 2026

inDrive launches creator fellowship, to fund six original content projects in Nepal

inDrive launches creator fellowship, to fund six original content projects in Nepal

Global mobility and delivery platform inDrive has launched a new creator fellowship in Nepal, pledging seed funding for six original digital content projects by emerging creators.

Global mobility and delivery platform inDrive has launched a new creator fellowship in Nepal, pledging seed funding for six original digital content projects by emerging creators.

Business 26 Jul, 2026

Standard Chartered, FIU-Nepal hold workshop to strengthen anti-money laundering compliance

Standard Chartered, FIU-Nepal hold workshop to strengthen anti-money laundering...

Standard Chartered Bank Nepal, in collaboration with the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) of Nepal Rastra Bank, has organised a capacity-building workshop aimed at strengthening Nepal's anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing framework in line with international standards.

Standard Chartered Bank Nepal, in collaboration with the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) of Nepal Rastra Bank, has organised a capacity-building workshop aimed at strengthening Nepal's anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing framework in line with international standards.

Business 26 Jul, 2026

Nabil Bank wins three Euromoney Awards, named Nepal's Best Bank

Nabil Bank wins three Euromoney Awards, named Nepal's Best Bank

Nabil Bank has been named Nepal's Best Bank at the Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2026, while also securing the titles of Nepal's Best Bank for ESG and Nepal's Best Bank for SMEs.

Nabil Bank has been named Nepal's Best Bank at the Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2026, while also securing the titles of Nepal's Best Bank for ESG and Nepal's Best Bank for SMEs.

Business 26 Jul, 2026

Gold falls Rs 5,800, silver Rs 155 on Friday

Gold falls Rs 5,800, silver Rs 155 on Friday

Gold and silver prices declined in the domestic market on Friday, with fine gold dropping by Rs 5,800 per tola and silver by Rs 155 compared to the previous trading day.

Gold and silver prices declined in the domestic market on Friday, with fine gold dropping by Rs 5,800 per tola and silver by Rs 155 compared to the previous trading day.

Business 24 Jul, 2026

Gold price jump Rs 5,400 per tola; Silver also gains

Gold price jump Rs 5,400 per tola; Silver also gains

Prices of both gold and silver surged in the domestic market on Wednesday, with gold recording a sharp rise of Rs 5,400 per tola compared to the previous trading day.

Prices of both gold and silver surged in the domestic market on Wednesday, with gold recording a sharp rise of Rs 5,400 per tola compared to the previous trading day.

Business 22 Jul, 2026

Standard Chartered reaffirms commitment to Nepal's growth during South Asia CEO visit

Standard Chartered reaffirms commitment to Nepal's growth during South Asia CEO visit

Standard Chartered Bank Nepal Limited (SCBNL) has reiterated its commitment to supporting Nepal's economic growth and strengthening cross-border business opportunities during a visit by its South Asia Chief Executive Officer, P.D. Singh.

Standard Chartered Bank Nepal Limited (SCBNL) has reiterated its commitment to supporting Nepal's economic growth and strengthening cross-border business opportunities during a visit by its South Asia Chief Executive Officer, P.D. Singh.

Business 22 Jul, 2026

PM Shah pledges support for garment industry, orders formation of development council

PM Shah pledges support for garment industry, orders formation of development council

Prime Minister Balendra Shah has said the government is committed to promoting Nepal's ready-made garment industry and addressing challenges facing the sector.

Prime Minister Balendra Shah has said the government is committed to promoting Nepal's ready-made garment industry and addressing challenges facing the sector.

Business 21 Jul, 2026

British Council to host South Asia English Teaching Conference

British Council to host South Asia English Teaching Conference

The British Council has announced the South Asia Teaching English Online Conference 2026, a free three-day virtual event aimed at helping educators explore how creativity, inclusion and technology can strengthen English language teaching and learning.

The British Council has announced the South Asia Teaching English Online Conference 2026, a free three-day virtual event aimed at helping educators explore how creativity, inclusion and technology can strengthen English language teaching and learning.

Business 21 Jul, 2026

Proton launches e.MAS 5 electric SUV in Nepal, introductory price starts at Rs 2.999 million

Proton launches e.MAS 5 electric SUV in Nepal, introductory price starts at Rs 2.999...

Jagdamba Motors, the authorised distributor of Proton vehicles in Nepal, has launched the Proton e.MAS 5 electric SUV, marking the Malaysian automaker's second electric vehicle in the Nepali market.

Jagdamba Motors, the authorised distributor of Proton vehicles in Nepal, has launched the Proton e.MAS 5 electric SUV, marking the Malaysian automaker's second electric vehicle in the Nepali market.

Business 21 Jul, 2026

Property transaction revenue hits record high ahead of capital gains tax hike

Property transaction revenue hits record high ahead of capital gains tax hike

Nepal’s government collected nearly Rs 11.95 billion from property transactions in Asar, the highest monthly figure in recent years, but officials and data analysts say the surge reflects deadline-driven behaviour rather than a genuine revival of the real estate market.

Nepal’s government collected nearly Rs 11.95 billion from property transactions in Asar, the highest monthly figure in recent years, but officials and data analysts say the surge reflects deadline-driven behaviour rather than a genuine revival of the real estate market.

Business 20 Jul, 2026

Govt launches consumer reward scheme to boost tax compliance nationwide

Govt launches consumer reward scheme to boost tax compliance nationwide

The government has introduced a new incentive programme offering cash rewards to consumers who collect bills while purchasing goods and services, aiming to promote tax compliance and reduce revenue leakage.

The government has introduced a new incentive programme offering cash rewards to consumers who collect bills while purchasing goods and services, aiming to promote tax compliance and reduce revenue leakage.

Business 21 Jul, 2026

PM Shah vows support for genuine businesses, zero tolerance on abuse

PM Shah vows support for genuine businesses, zero tolerance on abuse

Prime Minister Balendra Shah has said promoting entrepreneurship and creating jobs through the capital market are among the government’s top priorities, stressing the sector’s role in driving economic growth.

Prime Minister Balendra Shah has said promoting entrepreneurship and creating jobs through the capital market are among the government’s top priorities, stressing the sector’s role in driving economic growth.

Business 21 Jul, 2026

NEPSE jumps 42 points as turnover crosses Rs 5.5 billion Monday

NEPSE jumps 42 points as turnover crosses Rs 5.5 billion Monday

​​​​​​​The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) surged by 41.70 points, or 1.55 per cent, on Monday, with the benchmark index closing at 2,719.24 points amid broad-based gains across most sectors.

​​​​​​​The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) surged by 41.70 points, or 1.55 per cent, on Monday, with the benchmark index closing at 2,719.24 points amid broad-based gains across most sectors.

Business 20 Jul, 2026

Dusit Thani Himalayan Resort Dhulikhel appoints Ankit Sharma as General Manager

Dusit Thani Himalayan Resort Dhulikhel appoints Ankit Sharma as General Manager

Dusit Thani Himalayan Resort Dhulikhel has appointed Ankit Sharma as its new General Manager, entrusting him with leading the luxury resort’s next phase of growth and guest experience enhancement.

Dusit Thani Himalayan Resort Dhulikhel has appointed Ankit Sharma as its new General Manager, entrusting him with leading the luxury resort’s next phase of growth and guest experience enhancement.

Business 20 Jul, 2026

PM Shah pledges support to boost exports of Nepali footwear

PM Shah pledges support to boost exports of Nepali footwear

Prime Minister Balendra Shah has pledged government support to promote exports of domestically manufactured footwear, saying the sector has significant potential to reduce imports and create jobs.

Prime Minister Balendra Shah has pledged government support to promote exports of domestically manufactured footwear, saying the sector has significant potential to reduce imports and create jobs.

Business 17 Jul, 2026

NEPSE surges 79 points as manufacturing, hydropower and investment lead gains

NEPSE surges 79 points as manufacturing, hydropower and investment lead gains

The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) posted its strongest single-day gain in recent weeks on Friday, surging 79.74 points, or 3.06 per cent, to close at 2,677.54, with all but one sector ending in positive territory.

The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) posted its strongest single-day gain in recent weeks on Friday, surging 79.74 points, or 3.06 per cent, to close at 2,677.54, with all but one sector ending in positive territory.

Business 17 Jul, 2026

Siddhartha Bank launches gold loan scheme with up to Rs 5 million ceiling

Siddhartha Bank launches gold loan scheme with up to Rs 5 million ceiling

Siddhartha Bank Limited has launched a new lending product called Siddhartha Gold Loan, allowing customers to use gold and gold jewellery as collateral to secure loans of up to Rs 5 million, the bank announced on Thursday.

Siddhartha Bank Limited has launched a new lending product called Siddhartha Gold Loan, allowing customers to use gold and gold jewellery as collateral to secure loans of up to Rs 5 million, the bank announced on Thursday.

Business 17 Jul, 2026