Ncell launches daily free data offer, weekly rewards via app Ncell launches daily free data offer, weekly rewards via app Ncell has introduced a new customer engagement scheme offering daily free data and weekly rewards through its mobile application. Ncell has introduced a new customer engagement scheme offering daily free data and weekly rewards through its mobile application. Business 02 Apr, 2026
Gold price drops Rs 3,600 per tola after recent surge Gold price drops Rs 3,600 per tola after recent surge Gold price in the domestic market declined by Rs 3,600 per tola on Thursday, a day after recording a sharp increase. Gold price in the domestic market declined by Rs 3,600 per tola on Thursday, a day after recording a sharp increase. Business 02 Apr, 2026
NEPSE drops 74 points as market turns bearish NEPSE drops 74 points as market turns bearish The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) declined sharply by 74.73 points, or 2.62 percent, on Wednesday to close at 2,776.36 points, reversing the previous day’s gains. The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) declined sharply by 74.73 points, or 2.62 percent, on Wednesday to close at 2,776.36 points, reversing the previous day’s gains. Business 01 Apr, 2026
NOC reports heavy losses amid global price surge, raises aviation fuel rates NOC reports heavy losses amid global price surge, raises aviation fuel rates Nepal Oil Corporation Limited (NOC) has reported mounting financial losses due to a sharp rise in international petroleum prices, while increasing aviation fuel rates. Nepal Oil Corporation Limited (NOC) has reported mounting financial losses due to a sharp rise in international petroleum prices, while increasing aviation fuel rates. Business 01 Apr, 2026
Gold price nears Rs 300,000 per tola again with fresh surge Gold price nears Rs 300,000 per tola again with fresh surge Gold price in the domestic market continued its upward trend on Wednesday, rising by Rs 7,400 per tola and inching closer to the Rs 300,000 mark again. Gold price in the domestic market continued its upward trend on Wednesday, rising by Rs 7,400 per tola and inching closer to the Rs 300,000 mark again. Business 01 Apr, 2026
Aloft Kathmandu Thamel marketing head wins Marriott ELITE Award Aloft Kathmandu Thamel marketing head wins Marriott ELITE Award Aloft Kathmandu Thamel has announced that its Marketing Manager, Suarpana Shahi, has been honoured with the “Select Property Marketing Leader of the Year” award at the Marriott ELITE Awards 2025. Aloft Kathmandu Thamel has announced that its Marketing Manager, Suarpana Shahi, has been honoured with the “Select Property Marketing Leader of the Year” award at the Marriott ELITE Awards 2025. Business 01 Apr, 2026
Global IME Bank to host second AI/ML hackathon in May Global IME Bank to host second AI/ML hackathon in May Global IME Bank Limited has announced the second edition of its AI/ML hackathon, aiming to promote innovation and encourage the use of technology in the banking sector. Global IME Bank Limited has announced the second edition of its AI/ML hackathon, aiming to promote innovation and encourage the use of technology in the banking sector. Business 01 Apr, 2026
NEPSE rebounds 19 points after two-day decline NEPSE rebounds 19 points after two-day decline The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index rose by 19.70 points, or 0.69 percent, on Tuesday to close at 2,851.09, ending a two-day losing streak. The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index rose by 19.70 points, or 0.69 percent, on Tuesday to close at 2,851.09, ending a two-day losing streak. Business 31 Mar, 2026
Samsung Nepal launches new year campaign with discounts, EMI plans Samsung Nepal launches new year campaign with discounts, EMI plans Samsung Nepal has announced its New Year campaign “Smart Ghar, Smart Suruwat,” offering discounts, EMI plans, and bundled gifts on TVs and home appliances ahead of Nepali New Year 2083. Samsung Nepal has announced its New Year campaign “Smart Ghar, Smart Suruwat,” offering discounts, EMI plans, and bundled gifts on TVs and home appliances ahead of Nepali New Year 2083. Business 31 Mar, 2026
Gold price rebounds by Rs 6,700 per tola; silver also rises Gold price rebounds by Rs 6,700 per tola; silver also rises Gold price rebounded sharply in the domestic market on Tuesday, increasing by Rs 6,700 per tola after a decline a day earlier. Gold price rebounded sharply in the domestic market on Tuesday, increasing by Rs 6,700 per tola after a decline a day earlier. Business 31 Mar, 2026
PM Shah discusses budget issues with lawmakers from Koshi, Karnali provinces PM Shah discusses budget issues with lawmakers from Koshi, Karnali provinces Prime Minister Balendra (Balen) Shah and members of parliament (MPs) held high-level discussions today at Singha Durbar about budget and constituency issues. Prime Minister Balendra (Balen) Shah and members of parliament (MPs) held high-level discussions today at Singha Durbar about budget and constituency issues. Business 31 Mar, 2026
FM Wagle vows to remove administrative hurdles, curb corruption FM Wagle vows to remove administrative hurdles, curb corruption Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle has pledged to eliminate administrative and legal barriers and curb corruption to support private sector growth. Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle has pledged to eliminate administrative and legal barriers and curb corruption to support private sector growth. Business 30 Mar, 2026
NEPSE extends losses, falls 47 points; turnover declines NEPSE extends losses, falls 47 points; turnover declines The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) extended its losing streak on Monday, dropping by 47.71 points or 1.65 percent to close at 2,831.39 points. The benchmark index had already declined by 71 points on Sunday. The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) extended its losing streak on Monday, dropping by 47.71 points or 1.65 percent to close at 2,831.39 points. The benchmark index had already declined by 71 points on Sunday. Business 30 Mar, 2026
Gold price drops Rs 2,500 per tola; silver also declines Gold price drops Rs 2,500 per tola; silver also declines Gold price declined by Rs 2,500 per tola in the domestic market on Monday, a day after a sharp rise. Gold price declined by Rs 2,500 per tola in the domestic market on Monday, a day after a sharp rise. Business 30 Mar, 2026
Exports worth Rs 6.6 billion from Birgunj in seven months Exports worth Rs 6.6 billion from Birgunj in seven months Compared to the same period of the previous fiscal year, exports through this checkpoint have increased by Rs 9.94 billion. Compared to the same period of the previous fiscal year, exports through this checkpoint have increased by Rs 9.94 billion. Business 29 Mar, 2026
Energy Minister Shrestha stresses effective service delivery Energy Minister Shrestha stresses effective service delivery Minister for Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation, Biraj Bhakta Shrestha, has directed the bodies concerned to deliver services making people feel it immediately. Minister for Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation, Biraj Bhakta Shrestha, has directed the bodies concerned to deliver services making people feel it immediately. Business 29 Mar, 2026
Global IME Bank partners with Tilganga for free cataract surgeries Global IME Bank partners with Tilganga for free cataract surgeries Global IME Bank Limited has partnered with Tilganga Eye Institute to provide free cataract surgeries to economically disadvantaged and vulnerable populations. Global IME Bank Limited has partnered with Tilganga Eye Institute to provide free cataract surgeries to economically disadvantaged and vulnerable populations. Business 28 Mar, 2026
TVS exchange, finance carnival draws strong turnout in Kathmandu TVS exchange, finance carnival draws strong turnout in Kathmandu Jagdamba Motors has launched the “TVS Great Grand Exchange & Finance Carnival” at Bhrikutimandap, witnessing a strong response with over 500 visitors on the opening day. Jagdamba Motors has launched the “TVS Great Grand Exchange & Finance Carnival” at Bhrikutimandap, witnessing a strong response with over 500 visitors on the opening day. Business 28 Mar, 2026
BYD unveils EV lineup with exclusive offers at WADA Auto Show in Pokhara BYD unveils EV lineup with exclusive offers at WADA Auto Show in Pokhara Cimex Inc Pvt Ltd has announced exclusive offers on electric vehicles during the WADA Auto Show 2026 being held at Tal Barahi Ground, Lakeside, Pokhara from March 25 to 29. Cimex Inc Pvt Ltd has announced exclusive offers on electric vehicles during the WADA Auto Show 2026 being held at Tal Barahi Ground, Lakeside, Pokhara from March 25 to 29. Business 28 Mar, 2026
Finance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagle assumes office, announces reform drive Finance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagle assumes office, announces reform drive Newly appointed Finance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagle assumed office at the Ministry of Finance on Friday after taking the oath of office before President Ramchandra Paudel. Newly appointed Finance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagle assumed office at the Ministry of Finance on Friday after taking the oath of office before President Ramchandra Paudel. Business 27 Mar, 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.
