Vivo launches V70 smartphone with ZEISS telephoto camera Vivo launches V70 smartphone with ZEISS telephoto camera Vivo has launched its latest handset, the vivo V70, in the Nepali market. Vivo has launched its latest handset, the vivo V70, in the Nepali market. Business 08 Apr, 2026
Gyan Masala appoints Swastima Khadka as brand ambassador Gyan Masala appoints Swastima Khadka as brand ambassador Gyan Masala, a spice brand under KL Dugar Group, has appointed actor Swastima Khadka as its first brand ambassador. Gyan Masala, a spice brand under KL Dugar Group, has appointed actor Swastima Khadka as its first brand ambassador. Business 08 Apr, 2026
inDrive announces fuels support scheme for drivers inDrive announces fuels support scheme for drivers inDrive has announced a fuel support initiative worth Rs 2.2 million for driver-partners in Nepal amid rising fuel prices and increasing cost-of-living pressures. inDrive has announced a fuel support initiative worth Rs 2.2 million for driver-partners in Nepal amid rising fuel prices and increasing cost-of-living pressures. Business 08 Apr, 2026
Kiran Pandit appointed NRB Deputy Governor Kiran Pandit appointed NRB Deputy Governor The government has appointed Kiran Pandit as Deputy Governor of the Nepal Rastra Bank. The government has appointed Kiran Pandit as Deputy Governor of the Nepal Rastra Bank. Business 07 Apr, 2026
Luxury, culture, and Himalayan weddings: Inside Dusit Thani Himalayan Resort Dhulikhel Luxury, culture, and Himalayan weddings: Inside Dusit Thani Himalayan Resort... Tucked away in the serene hills of Nepal, just a short drive from the spiritual calm of Namobuddha Monastery, Dusit Thani Himalayan Resort has quietly carved a niche for itself as a destination where luxury feels deeply personal. Tucked away in the serene hills of Nepal, just a short drive from the spiritual calm of Namobuddha Monastery, Dusit Thani Himalayan Resort has quietly carved a niche for itself as a destination where luxury feels deeply personal. Business 07 Apr, 2026
Gold price rises by Rs 400 per tola; silver also gains Gold price rises by Rs 400 per tola; silver also gains The price of gold in the domestic market increased by Rs 400 per tola on Tuesday, partially recovering from the previous day’s sharp decline. The price of gold in the domestic market increased by Rs 400 per tola on Tuesday, partially recovering from the previous day’s sharp decline. Business 07 Apr, 2026
Govt not targeting small investors, says Finance Minister Wagle Govt not targeting small investors, says Finance Minister Wagle Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle has said the government has no intention of unsettling the stock market or targeting small investors. Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle has said the government has no intention of unsettling the stock market or targeting small investors. Business 06 Apr, 2026
NEPSE rebounds 83 points after sharp decline NEPSE rebounds 83 points after sharp decline The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) rebounded on Monday, gaining 83.33 points or 3.11 percent to close at 2,760.02 points, a day after a steep decline. The NEPSE had plunged by 105 points on Sunday. The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) rebounded on Monday, gaining 83.33 points or 3.11 percent to close at 2,760.02 points, a day after a steep decline. The NEPSE had plunged by 105 points on Sunday. Business 06 Apr, 2026
Banks to follow two-day weekly holiday as NRB issues directive Banks to follow two-day weekly holiday as NRB issues directive The Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has directed banks and financial institutions to implement a two-day weekly holiday, aligning with the government’s recent decision to introduce weekends on Saturdays and Sundays. The Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has directed banks and financial institutions to implement a two-day weekly holiday, aligning with the government’s recent decision to introduce weekends on Saturdays and Sundays. Business 06 Apr, 2026
Gold price drops by Rs 2,600 per tola; silver also declines Gold price drops by Rs 2,600 per tola; silver also declines The price of gold in the domestic market fell by Rs 2,600 per tola on Monday, ending a brief period of stability. The price of gold in the domestic market fell by Rs 2,600 per tola on Monday, ending a brief period of stability. Business 06 Apr, 2026
NEPSE plunges 105 points as market sees broad-based decline NEPSE plunges 105 points as market sees broad-based decline The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index plunged by 105.50 points, or 3.79 percent, on Sunday, closing at 2,676.68 points on the first trading day of the week. The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index plunged by 105.50 points, or 3.79 percent, on Sunday, closing at 2,676.68 points on the first trading day of the week. Business 05 Apr, 2026
AmCham Nepal seeks stronger economic diplomacy with Foreign Ministry AmCham Nepal seeks stronger economic diplomacy with Foreign Ministry The American Chamber of Commerce in Nepal (AmCham Nepal) has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Nepal’s economic transformation through enhanced Nepal–US commercial engagement during a meeting with the Minister for Foreign Affairs, Shishir Khanal. The American Chamber of Commerce in Nepal (AmCham Nepal) has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Nepal’s economic transformation through enhanced Nepal–US commercial engagement during a meeting with the Minister for Foreign Affairs, Shishir Khanal. Business 05 Apr, 2026
Janak Sharma Poudyal appointed Independent Director at Standard Chartered Bank Nepal Janak Sharma Poudyal appointed Independent Director at Standard Chartered Bank Nepal Standard Chartered Bank Nepal Limited has appointed Janak Sharma Poudyal as an Independent Director on its Board, effective April 2. Standard Chartered Bank Nepal Limited has appointed Janak Sharma Poudyal as an Independent Director on its Board, effective April 2. Business 05 Apr, 2026
Italian premium motorcycle brand Morbidelli launched in Nepal Italian premium motorcycle brand Morbidelli launched in Nepal Italian motorcycle brand Morbidelli has been officially launched in the Nepali market, introducing a range of premium motorcycles targeting high-end riders and enthusiasts. Italian motorcycle brand Morbidelli has been officially launched in the Nepali market, introducing a range of premium motorcycles targeting high-end riders and enthusiasts. Business 03 Apr, 2026
Fuel prices hiked by Rs 15 per litre from midnight Fuel prices hiked by Rs 15 per litre from midnight The Nepal Oil Corporation has increased the prices of petrol, diesel and kerosene by Rs 15 per litre, with the revised rates coming into effect from midnight Thursday. The Nepal Oil Corporation has increased the prices of petrol, diesel and kerosene by Rs 15 per litre, with the revised rates coming into effect from midnight Thursday. Business 03 Apr, 2026
Gold price stable, silver gains Rs 50 per tola Gold price stable, silver gains Rs 50 per tola Gold price remained unchanged in the domestic market on Friday, while silver recorded a modest gain, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association. Gold price remained unchanged in the domestic market on Friday, while silver recorded a modest gain, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association. Business 03 Apr, 2026
Foreign exchange reserves rise 27.5% to Rs 3.41 trillion by mid-March Foreign exchange reserves rise 27.5% to Rs 3.41 trillion by mid-March The country's gross foreign exchange reserves climbed 27.5 percent to Rs 3,413.77 billion by mid-March 2026 from Rs 2,677.68 billion at mid-July 2025, according to Nepal Rastra Bank, reflecting the strong inflow of remittances and an improved balance of payments position. The country's gross foreign exchange reserves climbed 27.5 percent to Rs 3,413.77 billion by mid-March 2026 from Rs 2,677.68 billion at mid-July 2025, according to Nepal Rastra Bank, reflecting the strong inflow of remittances and an improved balance of payments position. Business 02 Apr, 2026
Remittance inflows surge 37.7% to Rs 1.45 trillion in first eight months Remittance inflows surge 37.7% to Rs 1.45 trillion in first eight months Remittance inflows to Nepal rose sharply by 37.7 percent to Rs 1,449.65 billion in the first eight months of the current fiscal year 2025/26, according to the latest report by Nepal Rastra Bank. Remittance inflows to Nepal rose sharply by 37.7 percent to Rs 1,449.65 billion in the first eight months of the current fiscal year 2025/26, according to the latest report by Nepal Rastra Bank. Business 02 Apr, 2026
NEPSE posts marginal gain, turnover drops sharply NEPSE posts marginal gain, turnover drops sharply The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index edged up by 5.82 points, or 0.20 percent, on Thursday to close at 2,782.18 points, recovering slightly after a sharp decline in the previous session. The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index edged up by 5.82 points, or 0.20 percent, on Thursday to close at 2,782.18 points, recovering slightly after a sharp decline in the previous session. Business 02 Apr, 2026
Esewa Money Transfer partners with Merchantrade for remittance services from Malaysia Esewa Money Transfer partners with Merchantrade for remittance services from Malaysia Esewa Money Transfer has entered into a strategic partnership with Merchantrade Asia to facilitate seamless digital remittance services from Malaysia to Nepal. Esewa Money Transfer has entered into a strategic partnership with Merchantrade Asia to facilitate seamless digital remittance services from Malaysia to Nepal. Business 02 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.
