What makes a Superbrand? Understanding the global benchmark for brand excellence

What makes a Superbrand? Understanding the global benchmark for brand excellence

As Superbrands begins its journey in Nepal, The Himalayan Times speaks with Shariful Islam, Founder and Managing Director of Bangladesh Brand Forum (BBF) and Chairman of Superbrands Bangladesh, about what defines a Superbrand, how brands are evaluated and what the initiative could mean for Nepal's evolving brand landscape.

As Superbrands begins its journey in Nepal, The Himalayan Times speaks with Shariful Islam, Founder and Managing Director of Bangladesh Brand Forum (BBF) and Chairman of Superbrands Bangladesh, about what defines a Superbrand, how brands are evaluated and what the initiative could mean for Nepal's evolving brand landscape.

Business 11 Aug, 2026

Bhendetar Skywalk draws growing crowds, boosts tourism in eastern Nepal

Bhendetar Skywalk draws growing crowds, boosts tourism in eastern Nepal

A glass-bottom skywalk has emerged as a major attraction at Bhendetar in Dhankuta, drawing growing numbers of domestic and foreign tourists to the popular hill destination in eastern Nepal.

A glass-bottom skywalk has emerged as a major attraction at Bhendetar in Dhankuta, drawing growing numbers of domestic and foreign tourists to the popular hill destination in eastern Nepal.

Business 11 Aug, 2026

NADA Auto Show to feature 200 stalls at Bhrikutimandap

NADA Auto Show to feature 200 stalls at Bhrikutimandap

The 18th NADA Auto Show 2026 is set to feature 200 stalls at the Bhrikutimandap Exhibition Complex in Kathmandu from August 25 to 30, according to the Nepal Automobile Dealers’ Association (NADA).

The 18th NADA Auto Show 2026 is set to feature 200 stalls at the Bhrikutimandap Exhibition Complex in Kathmandu from August 25 to 30, according to the Nepal Automobile Dealers’ Association (NADA).

Business 11 Aug, 2026

BYD Nepal launches nationwide customer care campaign

BYD Nepal launches nationwide customer care campaign

Cimex Inc, the authorised distributor and service provider of BYD vehicles in Nepal, has launched a nationwide customer care campaign aimed at enhancing after-sales services, vehicle connectivity and ownership protection for existing customers.

Cimex Inc, the authorised distributor and service provider of BYD vehicles in Nepal, has launched a nationwide customer care campaign aimed at enhancing after-sales services, vehicle connectivity and ownership protection for existing customers.

Business 11 Aug, 2026

Small investment, extra income: Beekeeping gains ground in Ramechhap

Small investment, extra income: Beekeeping gains ground in Ramechhap

With income from conventional farming becoming increasingly difficult to sustain household expenses, farmers in Ramechhap are turning to beekeeping as a low-investment source of additional income.

With income from conventional farming becoming increasingly difficult to sustain household expenses, farmers in Ramechhap are turning to beekeeping as a low-investment source of additional income.

Business 10 Aug, 2026

Rautahat checks 17 LPG dealers as gas shortage deepens

Rautahat checks 17 LPG dealers as gas shortage deepens

The Rautahat administration launched surprise inspections of 17 LPG gas dealers on Sunday amid a nationwide shortage of cooking gas, finding reduced supplies in the district but no evidence of black marketing so far.

The Rautahat administration launched surprise inspections of 17 LPG gas dealers on Sunday amid a nationwide shortage of cooking gas, finding reduced supplies in the district but no evidence of black marketing so far.

Business 10 Aug, 2026

Don't scare away the investors Nepal needs

Don't scare away the investors Nepal needs

Prime Minister Balendra Shah and Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle have spent weeks telling business leaders that the government wants to create a more conducive environment for investment. But while the government talks about confidence, the actions of investigative agencies are beginning to create the opposite impression.

Prime Minister Balendra Shah and Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle have spent weeks telling business leaders that the government wants to create a more conducive environment for investment. But while the government talks about confidence, the actions of investigative agencies are beginning to create the opposite impression.

Business 10 Aug, 2026

Ginger is paying better, and Ilam farmers are planting more

Ginger is paying better, and Ilam farmers are planting more

Attractive ginger prices are encouraging farmers in Ilam to expand commercial cultivation, with some expecting to earn more than Rs500,000 from the crop this year.

Attractive ginger prices are encouraging farmers in Ilam to expand commercial cultivation, with some expecting to earn more than Rs500,000 from the crop this year.

Business 09 Aug, 2026

Gold price rises Rs 4,800 per tola

Gold price rises Rs 4,800 per tola

The price of fine gold rose by Rs 4,800 per tola in the domestic market on Sunday, reaching Rs 301,700 per tola, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association.

The price of fine gold rose by Rs 4,800 per tola in the domestic market on Sunday, reaching Rs 301,700 per tola, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association.

Business 09 Aug, 2026

'High remittance, low export are core problems'

'High remittance, low export are core problems'

European Union Ambassador to Nepal Véronique Lorenzo has given a blunt assessment of Nepal’s economic structure, warning that over-reliance on remittances and an extremely low level of exports to the EU are the fundamental problems facing Nepal as it prepares to graduate from least developed country (LDC) status in 2026.

European Union Ambassador to Nepal Véronique Lorenzo has given a blunt assessment of Nepal’s economic structure, warning that over-reliance on remittances and an extremely low level of exports to the EU are the fundamental problems facing Nepal as it prepares to graduate from least developed country (LDC) status in 2026.

Business 09 Aug, 2026

From Rs 10 crore loss to Rs 3 crore profit: Nepal Aushadhi Limited's turnaround after 25 years

From Rs 10 crore loss to Rs 3 crore profit: Nepal Aushadhi Limited's turnaround after...

The Nepal Aushadhi Limited, which once struggled to pay employees and remained virtually closed for nearly a decade, has returned to profit after 25 years, posting a Rs 3 crore profit in FY 2025/26.

The Nepal Aushadhi Limited, which once struggled to pay employees and remained virtually closed for nearly a decade, has returned to profit after 25 years, posting a Rs 3 crore profit in FY 2025/26.

Business 07 Aug, 2026

Ncell launches monsoon offer with Up to 20% cashback

Ncell launches monsoon offer with Up to 20% cashback

Ncell has launched a limited-period Monsoon Offer, allowing prepaid customers to receive cashback of up to 20 per cent on eligible pack purchases and new prepaid SIM card purchases.

Ncell has launched a limited-period Monsoon Offer, allowing prepaid customers to receive cashback of up to 20 per cent on eligible pack purchases and new prepaid SIM card purchases.

Business 06 Aug, 2026

Gold soars Rs 12,200 per tola in two days, nears Rs 3 lakh mark

Gold soars Rs 12,200 per tola in two days, nears Rs 3 lakh mark

Gold price continued their sharp rally in the domestic market on Thursday, surging by Rs 8,000 per tola in a single day to bring the two-day gain to Rs 12,200 per tola, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers' Association.

Gold price continued their sharp rally in the domestic market on Thursday, surging by Rs 8,000 per tola in a single day to bring the two-day gain to Rs 12,200 per tola, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers' Association.

Business 06 Aug, 2026

Gold jumps Rs 4,200 per tola

Gold jumps Rs 4,200 per tola

The gold price surged by Rs 4,200 per tola in the domestic market on Wednesday, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association.

The gold price surged by Rs 4,200 per tola in the domestic market on Wednesday, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association.

Business 05 Aug, 2026

Govt urges calm as LP gas supply set to normalise within days

Govt urges calm as LP gas supply set to normalise within days

The government on Tuesday assured consumers that the supply of cooking liquefied petroleum (LP) gas is expected to return to normal within the next few days, urging households not to panic-buy or stockpile cylinders amid concerns over shortages.

The government on Tuesday assured consumers that the supply of cooking liquefied petroleum (LP) gas is expected to return to normal within the next few days, urging households not to panic-buy or stockpile cylinders amid concerns over shortages.

Business 05 Aug, 2026

FM Wagle pushes NRB Act overhaul to strengthen central bank accountability

FM Wagle pushes NRB Act overhaul to strengthen central bank accountability

Finance Minister Dr Swarnim Wagle on Tuesday called for amendments to the Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Act, saying the changes are necessary to make the central bank more proactive, effective and accountable while strengthening coordination with the government on economic policy.

Finance Minister Dr Swarnim Wagle on Tuesday called for amendments to the Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Act, saying the changes are necessary to make the central bank more proactive, effective and accountable while strengthening coordination with the government on economic policy.

Business 04 Aug, 2026

Litmus hosts Annual Dealers' Meet, honours top performers

Litmus hosts Annual Dealers' Meet, honours top performers

Litmus Industries Limited, a Nepali manufacturer of wires, cables and conductors, has concluded its fourth Power Partners Meet 2083 in Pokhara, bringing together nearly 200 dealers and channel partners from across the country.

Litmus Industries Limited, a Nepali manufacturer of wires, cables and conductors, has concluded its fourth Power Partners Meet 2083 in Pokhara, bringing together nearly 200 dealers and channel partners from across the country.

Business 04 Aug, 2026

Nepal exports 2,260 tonnes less tea, loses Rs 640m in FY2025/26

Nepal exports 2,260 tonnes less tea, loses Rs 640m in FY2025/26

Nepal's tea exports to India suffered a setback in the last fiscal year, shaving nearly Rs 640 million off export earnings as shipments through the Kakarbhitta border declined amid price volatility, quality-related trade barriers and changing market demand.

Nepal's tea exports to India suffered a setback in the last fiscal year, shaving nearly Rs 640 million off export earnings as shipments through the Kakarbhitta border declined amid price volatility, quality-related trade barriers and changing market demand.

Business 03 Aug, 2026

NOC raises petrol, diesel rates

NOC raises petrol, diesel rates

Nepal Oil Corporation (NOC) has increased the retail prices of petrol, diesel and aviation fuel after a fresh rise in fuel import costs from India, while claiming it has absorbed a significant portion of the price hike to protect consumers.

Nepal Oil Corporation (NOC) has increased the retail prices of petrol, diesel and aviation fuel after a fresh rise in fuel import costs from India, while claiming it has absorbed a significant portion of the price hike to protect consumers.

Business 03 Aug, 2026

Inside Global IME Bank's approach to CSR and the Sustainable Development Goals

Inside Global IME Bank's approach to CSR and the Sustainable Development Goals

Over the past several years, Global IME Bank Limited has quietly built one of the more extensive corporate social responsibility portfolios among Nepal's commercial banks, spanning education, health, financial literacy, disaster relief and environmental conservation.

Over the past several years, Global IME Bank Limited has quietly built one of the more extensive corporate social responsibility portfolios among Nepal's commercial banks, spanning education, health, financial literacy, disaster relief and environmental conservation.

Business 02 Aug, 2026