Imports via Birgunj customs near Rs 595 billion in seven months Imports via Birgunj customs near Rs 595 billion in seven months Imports through the Birgunj Customs Office reached Rs 595.46 billion in the first seven months of the current fiscal year, marking an 11 percent increase compared to the same period last year. Imports through the Birgunj Customs Office reached Rs 595.46 billion in the first seven months of the current fiscal year, marking an 11 percent increase compared to the same period last year. Business 27 Mar, 2026
Gold, silver prices continue decline Gold, silver prices continue decline The price of fine gold declined further in the domestic market on Friday, dropping by Rs 4,600 per tola, extending its recent downward trend. The price of fine gold declined further in the domestic market on Friday, dropping by Rs 4,600 per tola, extending its recent downward trend. Business 27 Mar, 2026
Gold, silver prices decline after sharp rebound Gold, silver prices decline after sharp rebound Gold and silver prices fell in the domestic market on Thursday, a day after recording a sharp rebound. Gold and silver prices fell in the domestic market on Thursday, a day after recording a sharp rebound. Business 26 Mar, 2026
NOC Hikes Petrol, Diesel, and Kerosene Prices by Rs 15 per Litre NOC Hikes Petrol, Diesel, and Kerosene Prices by Rs 15 per Litre The Nepal Oil Corporation (NOC) has announced an increase in the prices of petroleum products. The Nepal Oil Corporation (NOC) has announced an increase in the prices of petroleum products. Business 25 Mar, 2026
vivo launches Y05 smartphone with 6500mAh battery vivo launches Y05 smartphone with 6500mAh battery Smartphone brand vivo has launched the Y05 in Nepal, targeting budget users with a focus on battery performance, durability, and everyday usability. Smartphone brand vivo has launched the Y05 in Nepal, targeting budget users with a focus on battery performance, durability, and everyday usability. Business 25 Mar, 2026
inDrive rewards top drivers with EV cab, bike inDrive rewards top drivers with EV cab, bike Ride-hailing platform inDrive has awarded an electric cab and a motorbike to top-performing driver partners under its Platinum Drivers Giveaway campaign in Nepal. Ride-hailing platform inDrive has awarded an electric cab and a motorbike to top-performing driver partners under its Platinum Drivers Giveaway campaign in Nepal. Business 25 Mar, 2026
Gold rebounds sharply, jumps Rs 14,600 per tola Gold rebounds sharply, jumps Rs 14,600 per tola Gold price rebounded strongly in the domestic market on Wednesday, rising by Rs 14,600 per tola and snapping a prolonged downward trend seen throughout the month of Chaitra. Gold price rebounded strongly in the domestic market on Wednesday, rising by Rs 14,600 per tola and snapping a prolonged downward trend seen throughout the month of Chaitra. Business 25 Mar, 2026
Shesh Ghale, Jamuna Gurung retain spots in Australia's rich list for 18th year Shesh Ghale, Jamuna Gurung retain spots in Australia's rich list for 18th year Nepali-origin entrepreneurs Shesh Ghale and Jamuna Gurung have once again been listed among Australia’s wealthiest individuals, securing 150th and 151st positions in the latest rich list. Nepali-origin entrepreneurs Shesh Ghale and Jamuna Gurung have once again been listed among Australia’s wealthiest individuals, securing 150th and 151st positions in the latest rich list. Business 24 Mar, 2026
Gold extends decline, falls Rs 1,600 per tola Gold extends decline, falls Rs 1,600 per tola Gold price continued their downward trajectory in the domestic market on Tuesday, dropping by Rs 1,600 per tola, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association. Gold price continued their downward trajectory in the domestic market on Tuesday, dropping by Rs 1,600 per tola, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association. Business 24 Mar, 2026
US Embassy launches nationwide entrepreneurship programme US Embassy launches nationwide entrepreneurship programme The US Embassy in Nepal has launched a nationwide entrepreneurship skill-building programme aimed at supporting early-stage businesses with practical tools for growth and global competitiveness. The US Embassy in Nepal has launched a nationwide entrepreneurship skill-building programme aimed at supporting early-stage businesses with practical tools for growth and global competitiveness. Business 24 Mar, 2026
Dusit Princess Kathmandu launches 'Saturday Brunch @ Blue' Dusit Princess Kathmandu launches 'Saturday Brunch @ Blue' Dusit Princess Kathmandu has launched a new weekend offering, “Saturday Brunch @ Blue,” featuring a rooftop, poolside dining experience aimed at families, friends and couples. Dusit Princess Kathmandu has launched a new weekend offering, “Saturday Brunch @ Blue,” featuring a rooftop, poolside dining experience aimed at families, friends and couples. Business 23 Mar, 2026
NEPSE inches up 5 points as momentum slows; turnover drops NEPSE inches up 5 points as momentum slows; turnover drops The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) extended its gains on Monday, albeit at a slower pace, rising by 5.01 points or 0.17 percent to close at 2,936.56 points. The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) extended its gains on Monday, albeit at a slower pace, rising by 5.01 points or 0.17 percent to close at 2,936.56 points. Business 23 Mar, 2026
Gold price drops Rs 6,500 per tola; extends three-day decline to Rs 26,800 Gold price drops Rs 6,500 per tola; extends three-day decline to Rs 26,800 Gold price continued to decline in the domestic market on Monday, falling by Rs 6,500 per tola, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association. Gold price continued to decline in the domestic market on Monday, falling by Rs 6,500 per tola, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association. Business 23 Mar, 2026
Laminar opens two new showrooms in Bhaktapur to expand Valley presence Laminar opens two new showrooms in Bhaktapur to expand Valley presence Laminar, a fully vitrified tile brand, has expanded its presence in the Kathmandu Valley with the opening of two new showrooms in Bhaktapur. Laminar, a fully vitrified tile brand, has expanded its presence in the Kathmandu Valley with the opening of two new showrooms in Bhaktapur. Business 23 Mar, 2026
Mountain Dew Nepal's 'Peaks of Courage' wins four awards at Spikes Asia 2026 Mountain Dew Nepal's 'Peaks of Courage' wins four awards at Spikes Asia 2026 Mountain Dew Nepal’s “Peaks of Courage” campaign has secured four major awards at Spikes Asia 2026, including the Grand Prix in Activation, marking a significant international recognition for a campaign originating from Nepal. Mountain Dew Nepal’s “Peaks of Courage” campaign has secured four major awards at Spikes Asia 2026, including the Grand Prix in Activation, marking a significant international recognition for a campaign originating from Nepal. Business 23 Mar, 2026
NEPSE surges 54 points; Turnover hits Rs 23.59 billion NEPSE surges 54 points; Turnover hits Rs 23.59 billion The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index posted a strong gain on Sunday, rising by 54.51 points or 1.81 percent to close at 2,931.55 by the end of trading. The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index posted a strong gain on Sunday, rising by 54.51 points or 1.81 percent to close at 2,931.55 by the end of trading. Business 22 Mar, 2026
Gold price crashes Rs 12,500 per tola in a single day Gold price crashes Rs 12,500 per tola in a single day Gold price in the domestic market have taken a sharp tumble, falling Rs 12,500 per tola on Sunday alone, the steepest single-day decline in recent months and the latest in a series of consecutive drops that have pulled prices well below the Rs 300,000 mark. Gold price in the domestic market have taken a sharp tumble, falling Rs 12,500 per tola on Sunday alone, the steepest single-day decline in recent months and the latest in a series of consecutive drops that have pulled prices well below the Rs 300,000 mark. Business 22 Mar, 2026
Proton e.MAS launches three-day exchange scheme in Kathmandu Proton e.MAS launches three-day exchange scheme in Kathmandu Proton e.MAS has announced a three-day ‘Sales and Exchange for Excellence’ scheme in Kathmandu, offering customers an opportunity to trade in old vehicles at higher-than-market valuations. Proton e.MAS has announced a three-day ‘Sales and Exchange for Excellence’ scheme in Kathmandu, offering customers an opportunity to trade in old vehicles at higher-than-market valuations. Business 21 Mar, 2026
Ramesh Corp marks 6th Founder's Day with employee carnival Ramesh Corp marks 6th Founder's Day with employee carnival Ramesh Corp celebrated its sixth Founder’s Day with a carnival-style event at Godawari Village Resort, bringing together employees in a day-long programme focused on unity and shared purpose. Ramesh Corp celebrated its sixth Founder’s Day with a carnival-style event at Godawari Village Resort, bringing together employees in a day-long programme focused on unity and shared purpose. Business 21 Mar, 2026
Storm damages bananas worth over 40 million in Chitwan Storm damages bananas worth over 40 million in Chitwan A powerful storm that struck Chitwan on March 16 has caused damage to banana crops worth over Rs 40 million, officials said. A powerful storm that struck Chitwan on March 16 has caused damage to banana crops worth over Rs 40 million, officials said. Business 20 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.
