Nepal exports 1,015 megawatts of electricity on Laxmi Pooja Nepal exports 1,015 megawatts of electricity on Laxmi Pooja Nepal exported a total of 1,015 megawatts of electricity on Monday, coinciding with the celebration of Laxmi Pooja, one of the major days of the Tihar festival. Nepal exported a total of 1,015 megawatts of electricity on Monday, coinciding with the celebration of Laxmi Pooja, one of the major days of the Tihar festival. Business 21 Oct, 2025
Flower and fruit prices surge ahead of Tihar Festival Flower and fruit prices surge ahead of Tihar Festival The prices of Makhamali (globe amaranth) and Sayapatri (marigold) flowers, essential during the Tihar festival, have surged dramatically—from the gardens to the markets. The prices of Makhamali (globe amaranth) and Sayapatri (marigold) flowers, essential during the Tihar festival, have surged dramatically—from the gardens to the markets. Business 20 Oct, 2025
Oriental Hotels Limited reports Rs 1.08 billion in revenue for FY 2081/82 Oriental Hotels Limited reports Rs 1.08 billion in revenue for FY 2081/82 The 28th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Oriental Hotels Limited was held on Friday under the chairpersonship of Subhadra Shrestha at the Nepal Administrative Staff College, Jawalakhel. The 28th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Oriental Hotels Limited was held on Friday under the chairpersonship of Subhadra Shrestha at the Nepal Administrative Staff College, Jawalakhel. Business 20 Oct, 2025
Kailali Customs Office collects Rs 1.79 billion in three months Kailali Customs Office collects Rs 1.79 billion in three months The Kailali Customs Office has collected Rs 1.79 billion in revenue during the first three months of the current fiscal year 2082/83, according to the office. The Kailali Customs Office has collected Rs 1.79 billion in revenue during the first three months of the current fiscal year 2082/83, according to the office. Business 20 Oct, 2025
BYD's 14 millionth new energy vehicle rolls off production line in Brazil BYD's 14 millionth new energy vehicle rolls off production line in Brazil Chinese electric vehicle giant BYD has achieved a new global milestone as its 14 millionth new energy vehicle (NEV) rolled off the production line at its Camaçari plant in Brazil. Chinese electric vehicle giant BYD has achieved a new global milestone as its 14 millionth new energy vehicle (NEV) rolled off the production line at its Camaçari plant in Brazil. Business 20 Oct, 2025
ZTE launches nubia Neo 3 GT 5G in Nepal ZTE launches nubia Neo 3 GT 5G in Nepal ZTE Corporation, a leading global ICT solutions provider, has launched the ZTE nubia Neo 3 GT 5G smartphone in Nepal, targeting the growing mobile gaming community. ZTE Corporation, a leading global ICT solutions provider, has launched the ZTE nubia Neo 3 GT 5G smartphone in Nepal, targeting the growing mobile gaming community. Business 20 Oct, 2025
Global IME Bank wins Global Finance 'Best Bank Award' for second consecutive year Global IME Bank wins Global Finance 'Best Bank Award' for second consecutive year Global IME Bank Limited has been honored with the “Best Bank Award 2025” by Global Finance Magazine for the second consecutive year. Global IME Bank Limited has been honored with the “Best Bank Award 2025” by Global Finance Magazine for the second consecutive year. Business 20 Oct, 2025
Gold price falls by Rs 4,800 after record high Gold price falls by Rs 4,800 after record high After several days of steady gains, the price of gold in the domestic market declined sharply by Rs 4,800 per tola on Sunday — marking the first drop in recent weeks. After several days of steady gains, the price of gold in the domestic market declined sharply by Rs 4,800 per tola on Sunday — marking the first drop in recent weeks. Business 19 Oct, 2025
Michael Foley appointed as new CEO of Ncell Michael Foley appointed as new CEO of Ncell Ncell has appointed Michael Foley as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective November 1, 2025. Ncell has appointed Michael Foley as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective November 1, 2025. Business 17 Oct, 2025
Hyundai IONIQ 9 wins 'German Premium Car of the Year 2026' Hyundai IONIQ 9 wins 'German Premium Car of the Year 2026' Hyundai’s flagship all-electric SUV, the IONIQ 9, has won the prestigious title of German Premium Car of the Year 2026, reinforcing the brand’s growing influence in the global EV segment. Hyundai’s flagship all-electric SUV, the IONIQ 9, has won the prestigious title of German Premium Car of the Year 2026, reinforcing the brand’s growing influence in the global EV segment. Business 17 Oct, 2025
Deepal S05 electric SUV launched in Birgunj; Test drive and exchange event underway Deepal S05 electric SUV launched in Birgunj; Test drive and exchange event underway MAW Vriddhi, the authorized distributor of Deepal electric vehicles in Nepal, has launched the new Deepal S05 electric SUV in Birgunj, marking the brand’s growing presence in Madhesh Province. MAW Vriddhi, the authorized distributor of Deepal electric vehicles in Nepal, has launched the new Deepal S05 electric SUV in Birgunj, marking the brand’s growing presence in Madhesh Province. Business 17 Oct, 2025
Aloft Kathmandu Thamel named Nepal's Leading Hotel 2025 Aloft Kathmandu Thamel named Nepal's Leading Hotel 2025 Aloft Kathmandu Thamel has been recognized as Nepal’s Leading Hotel 2025 at the World Travel Awards Asia & Oceania Gala Ceremony held in Hong Kong. Aloft Kathmandu Thamel has been recognized as Nepal’s Leading Hotel 2025 at the World Travel Awards Asia & Oceania Gala Ceremony held in Hong Kong. Business 17 Oct, 2025
Gold price soars to record Rs 258,000 per tola in domestic market Gold price soars to record Rs 258,000 per tola in domestic market Gold price continued its record-breaking rally in the domestic market on Friday, surging by Rs 7,100 per tola to reach an all-time high of Rs 258,000 per tola. Gold price continued its record-breaking rally in the domestic market on Friday, surging by Rs 7,100 per tola to reach an all-time high of Rs 258,000 per tola. Business 17 Oct, 2025
Festival of Lights Fair 2025 to illuminate International Club Festival of Lights Fair 2025 to illuminate International Club The International Club in Sanepa is set to host the Festival of Lights Fair 2025 from October 15 to 18 (Asoj 29–Kartik 1), offering visitors a lively fusion of culture, shopping, and entertainment ahead of Tihar. The International Club in Sanepa is set to host the Festival of Lights Fair 2025 from October 15 to 18 (Asoj 29–Kartik 1), offering visitors a lively fusion of culture, shopping, and entertainment ahead of Tihar. Business 15 Oct, 2025
Proton e.MAS expands network with new showroom in Butwal Proton e.MAS expands network with new showroom in Butwal Proton e.MAS, Nepal’s EV brand under Jagdamba Motors Pvt. Ltd., inaugurated its new showroom in Butwal today, marking another milestone in its rapid nationwide expansion. Proton e.MAS, Nepal’s EV brand under Jagdamba Motors Pvt. Ltd., inaugurated its new showroom in Butwal today, marking another milestone in its rapid nationwide expansion. Business 15 Oct, 2025
Samsung launches multi-buy offer with discounts up to 53% on galaxy devices Samsung launches multi-buy offer with discounts up to 53% on galaxy devices Samsung Nepal has introduced an exclusive Multi-Buy Offer, allowing customers to enjoy discounts of up to 53% on Galaxy Watches and Galaxy Buds when purchased with selected Galaxy smartphones. Samsung Nepal has introduced an exclusive Multi-Buy Offer, allowing customers to enjoy discounts of up to 53% on Galaxy Watches and Galaxy Buds when purchased with selected Galaxy smartphones. Business 15 Oct, 2025
Deepal to host test drive and exchange event in Birgunj Deepal to host test drive and exchange event in Birgunj To celebrate the grand opening of its new state-of-the-art showroom in Birgunj, MAW Vriddhi is organizing a four-day Test Drive and Exchange Event starting Thursday (Asoj 30). To celebrate the grand opening of its new state-of-the-art showroom in Birgunj, MAW Vriddhi is organizing a four-day Test Drive and Exchange Event starting Thursday (Asoj 30). Business 15 Oct, 2025
Remittance inflows surge 33.1pc to Rs 352bln in two months of FY 2025/26 Remittance inflows surge 33.1pc to Rs 352bln in two months of FY 2025/26 Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has reported a 33.1 percent rise in remittance inflows, reaching Rs 352.08 billion in the first two months of the current fiscal year 2025/26. Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has reported a 33.1 percent rise in remittance inflows, reaching Rs 352.08 billion in the first two months of the current fiscal year 2025/26. Business 15 Oct, 2025
Global IME Bank declares 8% cash dividend for FY 2081/82 Global IME Bank declares 8% cash dividend for FY 2081/82 Global IME Bank Limited has announced an 8 percent cash dividend for its shareholders from the distributable profits of the fiscal year 2081/82 (2024/25). Global IME Bank Limited has announced an 8 percent cash dividend for its shareholders from the distributable profits of the fiscal year 2081/82 (2024/25). Business 14 Oct, 2025
inDrive appoints Swastima Khadka as brand ambassador, launches 360° campaign in Nepal inDrive appoints Swastima Khadka as brand ambassador, launches 360° campaign in... Nepali actress Swastima Khadka has been named brand ambassador for inDrive Nepal, coinciding with the launch of a new 360° campaign: “Your Journey Begins With Your Choice.” Nepali actress Swastima Khadka has been named brand ambassador for inDrive Nepal, coinciding with the launch of a new 360° campaign: “Your Journey Begins With Your Choice.” Business 14 Oct, 2025
Nepal Government invests over Rs 930 billion in different public entities The government has invested Rs 930.88 billion in the form of shares and loan in 159 different public corporations and bodies till fiscal year 2024/25.
Nepal International Volunteer Day and World Soil Day being observed today International Volunteer Day (IVD) and World Soil Day, are being observed globally every year on December 5 at the call of the United Nations.
Nepal EC calls for applications under proportional representation category The Election Commission (EC) has called on political parties wishing to contest the proportional representation (PR) category for the March 5 House of Representatives election to submit their applications between December 7 and 9, from 10 am to 4 pm.
Nepal PM Karki calls all-party meeting for 4pm today Prime Minister Sushila Karki has called an all-side meeting for 4 pm today to discuss preparations for the House of Representatives election scheduled for March 5, according to the PM’s Secretariat.
Nepal Talent showcase for persons with disabilities held in Biratnagar on International Disability Day A province-level talent showcase highlighting the artistic and creative abilities of persons with disabilities was held in Biratnagar on Wednesday to mark the 34th International Day of Persons with Disabilities.
Business Gold price drops by Rs 900 per tola The price of gold continued its downward trend in the domestic market, falling by Rs 900 per tola today.
Nepal UN minority rights expert Nicolas Levrat visiting Nepal from Dec 4–13 UN Special Rapporteur on minority issues Nicolas Levrat has begun an official visit to Nepal, scheduled from 4 to 13 December 2025, to assess the situation of national, ethnic, religious and linguistic minorities in the country.
Business MetLife Nepal partners with Beema Gojima App to launch exclusive digital insurance packages MetLife Nepal has partnered with Neoassure Insurance Agent Pvt. Ltd., the company behind the digital insurance platform Beema Gojima, to introduce a range of exclusive insurance packages that customers can now purchase directly through the mobile app.
Opinion More research-based analyses, please!: Why perceptions of Nepali institutions matter State repression during the GenZ protests on September 8 fueled more intensified demonstrations the following day, on September 9, and led the country to what is in front of our eyes.
