Nepal Inc Under Scrutiny as Shekhar Golchha Detained in Securities Case Nepal Inc Under Scrutiny as Shekhar Golchha Detained in Securities Case Businessman and Chair of Golchha Group, Shekhar Golchha has been taken into custody as part of an ongoing crackdown on a nexus linked to dubious business broker Deepak Bhatta. A team from the Nepal Police’s Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) apprehended Golchha in Naxal today. Businessman and Chair of Golchha Group, Shekhar Golchha has been taken into custody as part of an ongoing crackdown on a nexus linked to dubious business broker Deepak Bhatta. A team from the Nepal Police’s Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) apprehended Golchha in Naxal today. Business 24 Apr, 2026
Goods worth Rs 79.54 billion exported thru Birgunj in nine months Goods worth Rs 79.54 billion exported thru Birgunj in nine months Exports through this customs point increased by Rs 10.19 billion compared to the same period in the previous fiscal year. Exports through this customs point increased by Rs 10.19 billion compared to the same period in the previous fiscal year. Business 23 Apr, 2026
Carlsberg steps up water stewardship efforts in Nepal Carlsberg steps up water stewardship efforts in Nepal Carlsberg Group has announced plans to strengthen water stewardship initiatives in Nepal, focusing on sustainable water management and long-term environmental resilience. Carlsberg Group has announced plans to strengthen water stewardship initiatives in Nepal, focusing on sustainable water management and long-term environmental resilience. Business 23 Apr, 2026
Gold price falls below Rs 300,000 per tola Gold price falls below Rs 300,000 per tola The price of gold dropped by Rs 1,800 per tola in the domestic bullion market on Thursday, slipping below the Rs 300,000 mark. The price of gold dropped by Rs 1,800 per tola in the domestic bullion market on Thursday, slipping below the Rs 300,000 mark. Business 23 Apr, 2026
Kajaria opens new showroom in Chitwan Kajaria opens new showroom in Chitwan Kajaria Ramesh Tiles Limited has expanded its presence in Nepal with the inauguration of a new exclusive showroom in Mangalpur, Chitwan. Kajaria Ramesh Tiles Limited has expanded its presence in Nepal with the inauguration of a new exclusive showroom in Mangalpur, Chitwan. Business 23 Apr, 2026
Gold, silver prices decline in domestic market Gold, silver prices decline in domestic market The price of gold declined in the domestic bullion market on Wednesday, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers' Association. The price of gold declined in the domestic bullion market on Wednesday, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers' Association. Business 22 Apr, 2026
Samsung launches campaign targeting remittance households Samsung launches campaign targeting remittance households Samsung Nepal has launched a new campaign titled “Sapana dekhi Sambhawana samma”, focusing on the aspirations and contributions of Nepali migrant workers and their role in supporting families and the national economy. Samsung Nepal has launched a new campaign titled “Sapana dekhi Sambhawana samma”, focusing on the aspirations and contributions of Nepali migrant workers and their role in supporting families and the national economy. Business 21 Apr, 2026
Aloft Kathmandu Thamel extends support to orphanage children Aloft Kathmandu Thamel extends support to orphanage children Aloft Kathmandu Thamel has provided educational support to children at Matri Nepal Bal Griha as part of its corporate social responsibility initiative ahead of the new academic session. Aloft Kathmandu Thamel has provided educational support to children at Matri Nepal Bal Griha as part of its corporate social responsibility initiative ahead of the new academic session. Business 21 Apr, 2026
Kajaria expands network with new showroom in Lalitpur Kajaria expands network with new showroom in Lalitpur Kajaria Ramesh Tiles Limited has opened a new exclusive showroom at Imadol, Lalitpur, expanding its presence in the Nepali market. Kajaria Ramesh Tiles Limited has opened a new exclusive showroom at Imadol, Lalitpur, expanding its presence in the Nepali market. Business 21 Apr, 2026
NEPSE slips 13 points as market ends broadly in Red NEPSE slips 13 points as market ends broadly in Red The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index fell 13.17 points, or 0.46 percent, on Monday to close at 2,825.23 points, with the market ending broadly in the red across nearly all sectors. The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index fell 13.17 points, or 0.46 percent, on Monday to close at 2,825.23 points, with the market ending broadly in the red across nearly all sectors. Business 20 Apr, 2026
AmCham Nepal holds investment dialogue with US-Based Nepali diaspora AmCham Nepal holds investment dialogue with US-Based Nepali diaspora American Chamber of Commerce in Nepal (AmCham Nepal) has organised a strategic investment briefing in Manassas, Virginia, bringing together members of the Nepali diaspora, investors and business leaders to discuss opportunities in Nepal. American Chamber of Commerce in Nepal (AmCham Nepal) has organised a strategic investment briefing in Manassas, Virginia, bringing together members of the Nepali diaspora, investors and business leaders to discuss opportunities in Nepal. Business 20 Apr, 2026
Nepal Airlines plans direct Kathmandu–Dhaka flights Nepal Airlines plans direct Kathmandu–Dhaka flights Nepal Airlines Corporation (NAC) is preparing to launch direct flights between Kathmandu and Dhaka in the near future. Nepal Airlines Corporation (NAC) is preparing to launch direct flights between Kathmandu and Dhaka in the near future. Business 20 Apr, 2026
Gold price falls by Rs 1,300 per tola on Monday Gold price falls by Rs 1,300 per tola on Monday The price of gold decreased by Rs 1,300 per tola in the domestic market on Monday, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers' Association. The price of gold decreased by Rs 1,300 per tola in the domestic market on Monday, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers' Association. Business 20 Apr, 2026
Processed fuels cost more than crude oil: NOC Processed fuels cost more than crude oil: NOC According to data cited by the NOC, as of April 16, 2026, the price of crude oil stood at 99.6 US dollars per barrel, while petrol was priced at 139.3 US dollars and diesel at 228.1 US dollars. According to data cited by the NOC, as of April 16, 2026, the price of crude oil stood at 99.6 US dollars per barrel, while petrol was priced at 139.3 US dollars and diesel at 228.1 US dollars. Business 19 Apr, 2026
Ncell launches 'Pahilo SIM' offer for SEE students Ncell launches 'Pahilo SIM' offer for SEE students Ncell has introduced a special ‘Pahilo SIM’ package targeting students who have appeared in the Secondary Education Examination (SEE), offering bundled telecom, learning and gaming services at a subsidised rate. Ncell has introduced a special ‘Pahilo SIM’ package targeting students who have appeared in the Secondary Education Examination (SEE), offering bundled telecom, learning and gaming services at a subsidised rate. Business 19 Apr, 2026
Gold price rises by Rs 1,200 per tola, reaches Rs 301,000 Gold price rises by Rs 1,200 per tola, reaches Rs 301,000 The price of gold increased by Rs 1,200 per tola in the domestic market on Sunday, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers' Association. The price of gold increased by Rs 1,200 per tola in the domestic market on Sunday, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers' Association. Business 19 Apr, 2026
NEPSE amends trading regulations, introduces pre-market order queuing and tighter circuit breaker rules NEPSE amends trading regulations, introduces pre-market order queuing and tighter... Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) has implemented the Securities Trading Operation (Fourth Amendment) Regulations, 2082, effective Chaitra 7, 2083, introducing significant changes to order entry procedures, price circuit breakers, and trading halt mechanisms. Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) has implemented the Securities Trading Operation (Fourth Amendment) Regulations, 2082, effective Chaitra 7, 2083, introducing significant changes to order entry procedures, price circuit breakers, and trading halt mechanisms. Business 18 Apr, 2026
Ncell partners with Himalayan Java for discount offers Ncell partners with Himalayan Java for discount offers Ncell has partnered with Himalayan Java Coffee to offer discounts on beverages and food items for its customers across Nepal. Ncell has partnered with Himalayan Java Coffee to offer discounts on beverages and food items for its customers across Nepal. Business 17 Apr, 2026
Exchange scheme allows two-wheeler owners to switch to EV Exchange scheme allows two-wheeler owners to switch to EV Sipradi Trading, the authorised distributor of Tata Motors in Nepal, has launched a nationwide exchange campaign targeting growing interest in electric vehicles. Sipradi Trading, the authorised distributor of Tata Motors in Nepal, has launched a nationwide exchange campaign targeting growing interest in electric vehicles. Business 17 Apr, 2026
Samsung launches Galaxy A57 5G, A37 5G in Nepal with 24-month EMI facility Samsung launches Galaxy A57 5G, A37 5G in Nepal with 24-month EMI facility Samsung Nepal has launched two new smartphones—Samsung Galaxy A57 5G and Samsung Galaxy A37 5G—in the domestic market, expanding its mid-range Galaxy A series lineup. Samsung Nepal has launched two new smartphones—Samsung Galaxy A57 5G and Samsung Galaxy A37 5G—in the domestic market, expanding its mid-range Galaxy A series lineup. Business 17 Apr, 2026
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.
Environment Windstorms, lightning expected in parts of country The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has forecast generally cloudy conditions in several parts of the country today, with chances of rain, thunderstorms and windstorms.
