Gold price drops by Rs 7,800 per tola in a day Gold price drops by Rs 7,800 per tola in a day The price of gold in the domestic market fell sharply by Rs 7,800 per tola on Friday, dropping below the Rs 300,000 mark after a prolonged period. The price of gold in the domestic market fell sharply by Rs 7,800 per tola on Friday, dropping below the Rs 300,000 mark after a prolonged period. Business 20 Mar, 2026
Talent Connects to integrate Fusemachines' AI interview tool Talent Connects to integrate Fusemachines' AI interview tool Talent Connects, a recruiting and HR platform serving more than 300 businesses globally, has announced plans to integrate Fusemachines’ AI-powered Interview Agent into its system to enhance hiring processes. Talent Connects, a recruiting and HR platform serving more than 300 businesses globally, has announced plans to integrate Fusemachines’ AI-powered Interview Agent into its system to enhance hiring processes. Business 19 Mar, 2026
Mechi Customs collects Rs 11.58 billion revenue Mechi Customs collects Rs 11.58 billion revenue Mechi Customs Office has collected Rs 11.58 billion in revenue in the first eight months of the current fiscal year, achieving 96.06 percent of its target. Mechi Customs Office has collected Rs 11.58 billion in revenue in the first eight months of the current fiscal year, achieving 96.06 percent of its target. Business 19 Mar, 2026
Gold price drops Rs 5,400 per tola; Silver by Rs 140 Gold price drops Rs 5,400 per tola; Silver by Rs 140 The price of gold fell sharply in the domestic market on Thursday, continuing its downward trend in recent days. The price of gold fell sharply in the domestic market on Thursday, continuing its downward trend in recent days. Business 19 Mar, 2026
MetLife Foundation, Plan Nepal launch youth employment project in Dhanusha MetLife Foundation, Plan Nepal launch youth employment project in Dhanusha The MetLife Foundation has partnered with Plan International Nepal to launch the second phase of a youth employment initiative in Dhanusha. The MetLife Foundation has partnered with Plan International Nepal to launch the second phase of a youth employment initiative in Dhanusha. Business 19 Mar, 2026
MAW Vriddhi to host nationwide EV Mega Exchange Carnival MAW Vriddhi to host nationwide EV Mega Exchange Carnival MAW Vriddhi has announced a nationwide ‘Mega Exchange Carnival’ from Chaitra 12 to 14, offering customers attractive deals on electric vehicles. MAW Vriddhi has announced a nationwide ‘Mega Exchange Carnival’ from Chaitra 12 to 14, offering customers attractive deals on electric vehicles. Business 19 Mar, 2026
Economic stability after new govt: Prof Dr Gyawali Economic stability after new govt: Prof Dr Gyawali Chief of Economics Department at Tribhuvan University, Prof Dr Ram Prasad Gyawali, said people had expected stability through long-term policy on national economy once the new government is formed. Chief of Economics Department at Tribhuvan University, Prof Dr Ram Prasad Gyawali, said people had expected stability through long-term policy on national economy once the new government is formed. Business 18 Mar, 2026
Gold, silver prices decline in domestic market Gold, silver prices decline in domestic market The price of gold fell sharply in the domestic market on Wednesday, declining by Rs 2,200 per tola. The price of gold fell sharply in the domestic market on Wednesday, declining by Rs 2,200 per tola. Business 18 Mar, 2026
Public debt rises to Rs 2.88 trillion Public debt rises to Rs 2.88 trillion Nepal’s total public debt has increased by more than Rs 204 billion in the first eight months of the current fiscal year, reaching Rs 2,878.29 billion, according to the Public Debt Management Office. Nepal’s total public debt has increased by more than Rs 204 billion in the first eight months of the current fiscal year, reaching Rs 2,878.29 billion, according to the Public Debt Management Office. Business 17 Mar, 2026
NEPSE gains 13 points; Daily turnover reaches Rs 12 billion NEPSE gains 13 points; Daily turnover reaches Rs 12 billion The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index rose by 13.51 points, or 0.48 percent, on Tuesday to close at 2,812.34 points by the end of the trading session. The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index rose by 13.51 points, or 0.48 percent, on Tuesday to close at 2,812.34 points by the end of the trading session. Business 17 Mar, 2026
OPPO launches Nepali New Year Campaign with weekly prizes and grand bumper reward OPPO launches Nepali New Year Campaign with weekly prizes and grand bumper reward OPPO has launched its festive campaign “OPPO Nawa Barsa, Naya Umanga” to celebrate the upcoming Nepali New Year, offering customers weekly prizes and a grand bumper reward. OPPO has launched its festive campaign “OPPO Nawa Barsa, Naya Umanga” to celebrate the upcoming Nepali New Year, offering customers weekly prizes and a grand bumper reward. Business 17 Mar, 2026
Nepal's "Peaks of Courage" Campaign wins big at Spikes Asia Nepal's "Peaks of Courage" Campaign wins big at Spikes Asia Mountain Dew Nepal’s campaign “Peaks of Courage” has won four awards at the prestigious Spikes Asia, including 1 Grand Prix, 1 Silver, and 2 Bronze, marking a historic first for Nepal at the Asia-Pacific creative awards platform. Mountain Dew Nepal’s campaign “Peaks of Courage” has won four awards at the prestigious Spikes Asia, including 1 Grand Prix, 1 Silver, and 2 Bronze, marking a historic first for Nepal at the Asia-Pacific creative awards platform. Business 17 Mar, 2026
Nepal's LDC graduation may affect exports, jobs: ILO Report Nepal's LDC graduation may affect exports, jobs: ILO Report A new assessment by the International Labour Organization (ILO) has warned that Nepal’s graduation from Least Developed Country (LDC) status could reduce exports in key sectors and pose employment risks, particularly for women and informal workers. A new assessment by the International Labour Organization (ILO) has warned that Nepal’s graduation from Least Developed Country (LDC) status could reduce exports in key sectors and pose employment risks, particularly for women and informal workers. Business 17 Mar, 2026
Gold, silver prices rise in domestic market Gold, silver prices rise in domestic market The price of fine gold increased by Rs 400 per tola in the domestic market on Tuesday. The price of fine gold increased by Rs 400 per tola in the domestic market on Tuesday. Business 17 Mar, 2026
NOC raises petrol price by Rs 15 per litre NOC raises petrol price by Rs 15 per litre The Nepal Oil Corporation (NOC) has increased the prices of petroleum products effective from midnight Sunday. The Nepal Oil Corporation (NOC) has increased the prices of petroleum products effective from midnight Sunday. Business 16 Mar, 2026
Tourist arrivals through Kakadbhitta border decline Tourist arrivals through Kakadbhitta border decline A total of 6,791 tourists from third countries entered Nepal through the Kakadbhitta border point in Jhapa during the first eight months of the current fiscal year. A total of 6,791 tourists from third countries entered Nepal through the Kakadbhitta border point in Jhapa during the first eight months of the current fiscal year. Business 16 Mar, 2026
Global IME Bank launches Non-Resident and Overseas Banking Division Global IME Bank launches Non-Resident and Overseas Banking Division Global IME Bank has launched a Non-Resident and Overseas Banking Division (NROBD) aimed at providing dedicated banking services to Nepali citizens living abroad. Global IME Bank has launched a Non-Resident and Overseas Banking Division (NROBD) aimed at providing dedicated banking services to Nepali citizens living abroad. Business 15 Mar, 2026
Nepal Rastra Bank revises loan guidelines Nepal Rastra Bank revises loan guidelines The Nepal Rastra Bank has revised the Working Capital Loan Guidelines, 2022, easing the provisions related to procurement working capital loans and allowing limited rescheduling of existing loans. The Nepal Rastra Bank has revised the Working Capital Loan Guidelines, 2022, easing the provisions related to procurement working capital loans and allowing limited rescheduling of existing loans. Business 15 Mar, 2026
Development spending reaches only 19% in eight months Development spending reaches only 19% in eight months The federal government has spent only around 19 percent of its capital (development) budget in the first eight months of the current fiscal year, reflecting continued weak development expenditure. The federal government has spent only around 19 percent of its capital (development) budget in the first eight months of the current fiscal year, reflecting continued weak development expenditure. Business 15 Mar, 2026
Gold price drops by Rs 4,800 per tola as Chaitra begins Gold price drops by Rs 4,800 per tola as Chaitra begins The price of fine gold in the domestic market declined by Rs 4,800 per tola on Sunday, the first day of the Nepali month of Chaitra. The price of fine gold in the domestic market declined by Rs 4,800 per tola on Sunday, the first day of the Nepali month of Chaitra. Business 15 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.
