15th edition of The Himalayan Times International Food Fest 2026 returns on May 23

15th edition of The Himalayan Times International Food Fest 2026 returns on May 23

The Himalayan Times is all set to bring back one of Kathmandu’s most anticipated events with the 15th edition of the International Food Fest 2026.

The Himalayan Times is all set to bring back one of Kathmandu’s most anticipated events with the 15th edition of the International Food Fest 2026.

Business 18 May, 2026

Egg prices rise as heatwave hits production

Egg prices rise as heatwave hits production

Egg prices have increased across the country following a decline in production triggered by intense summer heat.

Egg prices have increased across the country following a decline in production triggered by intense summer heat.

Business 18 May, 2026

Govt unveils plan to subsidise electric stoves, phase out LPG subsidies

Govt unveils plan to subsidise electric stoves, phase out LPG subsidies

The government has introduced a long-term strategy to gradually phase out subsidies on liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and promote the use of electric stoves to curb the rising cost of fuel imports.

The government has introduced a long-term strategy to gradually phase out subsidies on liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and promote the use of electric stoves to curb the rising cost of fuel imports.

Business 17 May, 2026

Govt moves to boost domestic sugar production

Govt moves to boost domestic sugar production

The government has initiated measures to boost domestic sugar production and reduce reliance on imports.

The government has initiated measures to boost domestic sugar production and reduce reliance on imports.

Business 17 May, 2026

Arrears surge to Rs 755 billion, up by Rs 88 billion in a year

Arrears surge to Rs 755 billion, up by Rs 88 billion in a year

Nepal’s total arrears have reached Rs 755 billion, with an additional Rs 88.09 billion recorded in the past year, according to the latest annual report of the Office of the Auditor General.

Nepal’s total arrears have reached Rs 755 billion, with an additional Rs 88.09 billion recorded in the past year, according to the latest annual report of the Office of the Auditor General.

Business 16 May, 2026

Central bank maintains key policy rates, flags external risks

Central bank maintains key policy rates, flags external risks

The Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has unveiled the third quarterly review of its Monetary Policy for the current fiscal year, retaining most policy measures unchanged.

The Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has unveiled the third quarterly review of its Monetary Policy for the current fiscal year, retaining most policy measures unchanged.

Business 16 May, 2026

Bullion prices decline notably on Friday

Bullion prices decline notably on Friday

The price of gold declined by Rs 4,000 per tola in the domestic market on Friday, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers' Association.

The price of gold declined by Rs 4,000 per tola in the domestic market on Friday, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers' Association.

Business 15 May, 2026

Banking bodies urge no custody for Mega Bank CEO during probe

Banking bodies urge no custody for Mega Bank CEO during probe

Four banking and financial sector associations have urged authorities not to keep the chief executive officer of Nepal Investment Mega Bank, Jyoti Prakash Pandey, in custody while an investigation against him is underway.

Four banking and financial sector associations have urged authorities not to keep the chief executive officer of Nepal Investment Mega Bank, Jyoti Prakash Pandey, in custody while an investigation against him is underway.

Business 15 May, 2026

Hotel initiative provides food and medical aid to street dogs in Kathmandu

Hotel initiative provides food and medical aid to street dogs in Kathmandu

Aloft Kathmandu Thamel has provided nutritional and medical support to more than 500 rescued and street dogs through a corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiative.

Aloft Kathmandu Thamel has provided nutritional and medical support to more than 500 rescued and street dogs through a corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiative.

Business 14 May, 2026

India's restrictions on sugar could add stress during festive season in Nepal

India's restrictions on sugar could add stress during festive season in Nepal

India’s recent restriction on sugar exports is unlikely to trigger an immediate shortage in Nepal, but it could add pressure during the festive season when demand peaks, according to Sanket Bhattarai, Assistant Chief Executive Officer of the Salt Trading Corporation Limited.

India’s recent restriction on sugar exports is unlikely to trigger an immediate shortage in Nepal, but it could add pressure during the festive season when demand peaks, according to Sanket Bhattarai, Assistant Chief Executive Officer of the Salt Trading Corporation Limited.

Business 14 May, 2026

inDrive retains No. 2 global ride-hailing app rank for fourth year

inDrive retains No. 2 global ride-hailing app rank for fourth year

​​​​​​​inDrive has retained its position as the world’s second most downloaded ride-hailing app for the fourth consecutive year in 2025, according to a report by Sensor Tower.

​​​​​​​inDrive has retained its position as the world’s second most downloaded ride-hailing app for the fourth consecutive year in 2025, according to a report by Sensor Tower.

Business 14 May, 2026

NEPSE falls 10 points; Daily turnover at Rs 3.29 billion

NEPSE falls 10 points; Daily turnover at Rs 3.29 billion

The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index declined by 10.07 points, or 0.36 percent, on Thursday to close at 2,730.17.

The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index declined by 10.07 points, or 0.36 percent, on Thursday to close at 2,730.17.

Business 14 May, 2026

Dirghayu Kumar Shrestha named acting NEA chief

Dirghayu Kumar Shrestha named acting NEA chief

Dirghayu Kumar Shrestha has been appointed acting executive director of the Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA).

Dirghayu Kumar Shrestha has been appointed acting executive director of the Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA).

Business 14 May, 2026

Gold down Rs 700 per tola, silver up Rs 15

Gold down Rs 700 per tola, silver up Rs 15

The price of gold declined by Rs 700 per tola in the domestic market on Thursday, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers' Association.

The price of gold declined by Rs 700 per tola in the domestic market on Thursday, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers' Association.

Business 14 May, 2026

Govt probes motorcycle CKD Scheme over Rs 15 billion tax loss

Govt probes motorcycle CKD Scheme over Rs 15 billion tax loss

The government has launched an investigation into motorcycle assembly operations run by several business houses under the Completely Knocked Down (CKD) scheme.

The government has launched an investigation into motorcycle assembly operations run by several business houses under the Completely Knocked Down (CKD) scheme.

Business 14 May, 2026

Tax evasion charge against Vishnu Agarwal and MAW group

Tax evasion charge against Vishnu Agarwal and MAW group

A complaint  has been lodged at the Prime Minister's Office against  businessperson Vishnu Kumar Agrawal  who is the Managing Director of  Kathmandu based MAW Group,  accusing him of engaging in tax evasion worth crores of rupees through fake VAT bills, a charge MAW denies.

A complaint  has been lodged at the Prime Minister's Office against  businessperson Vishnu Kumar Agrawal  who is the Managing Director of  Kathmandu based MAW Group,  accusing him of engaging in tax evasion worth crores of rupees through fake VAT bills, a charge MAW denies.

Business 14 May, 2026

QR payments, mobile banking surge as Nepal logs Rs 852bn in digital transactions in one month

QR payments, mobile banking surge as Nepal logs Rs 852bn in digital transactions in...

Digital payment transactions surged across all channels in the month from mid-March to mid-April 2026, according to the current macroeconomic and financial situation report covering nine months of 2025/26 released by Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB).

Digital payment transactions surged across all channels in the month from mid-March to mid-April 2026, according to the current macroeconomic and financial situation report covering nine months of 2025/26 released by Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB).

Business 12 May, 2026

More companies, higher index, bigger market: Nepal's stock exchange expands in 2025/26

More companies, higher index, bigger market: Nepal's stock exchange expands in...

Nepal's stock market has grown stronger over the past year, with the benchmark index climbing to 2,833.6 points in mid-April 2026 from 2,662.1 a year ago, meaning the value of shares traded on the Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) has risen for investors across the country, according to Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB).

Nepal's stock market has grown stronger over the past year, with the benchmark index climbing to 2,833.6 points in mid-April 2026 from 2,662.1 a year ago, meaning the value of shares traded on the Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) has risen for investors across the country, according to Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB).

Business 12 May, 2026

NEPSE falls 1.41% to 2,744 points

NEPSE falls 1.41% to 2,744 points

The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index declined by 39.44 points, or 1.41 percent, on Tuesday to close at 2,744.40 points, reversing gains from the previous session.

The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index declined by 39.44 points, or 1.41 percent, on Tuesday to close at 2,744.40 points, reversing gains from the previous session.

Business 12 May, 2026

Ramada Itahari unveils May Dining and Hospitality offers

Ramada Itahari unveils May Dining and Hospitality offers

Ramada by Wyndham Itahari has introduced a series of promotional offers for May, targeting both in-house guests and local visitors with dining and leisure experiences.

Ramada by Wyndham Itahari has introduced a series of promotional offers for May, targeting both in-house guests and local visitors with dining and leisure experiences.

Business 12 May, 2026