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Government, development partners join forces on Nepal's GRID

The Nepal government and development partners endorsed the landmark ‘Kathmandu Declaration’ to develop a strategic action plan for Nepal towards green, resilient, and inclusive development (GRID).

Source: Nepal Rastra Bank

Nepal's total trade surges nearly 80pc in first month of fiscal year 2021-22

In a sign of resumption of economic activities, the country’s total trade surged 79.7 per cent in the first month of the current fiscal year (mid-July to mid-August) compared to the corresponding month of fiscal 2020-21.

Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) is issuing a repurchase agreement (repo) worth Rs 30 billion.

NRB issuing Rs 30 billion repo

Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) is issuing a repurchase agreement (repo) worth Rs 30 billion.

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Nepal's GDP to grow modestly this fiscal: ADB

Nepal’s economy is anticipated to grow by 4.1 per cent (at market prices) in fiscal year fiscal year 2021-22, up from an estimated growth of 2.3 per cent in fiscal 2020-21, says the latest Asian Development Outlook (ADO) 2021 Update, a flagship publication of the Asian Development Bank (ADB).

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Nepal Infrastructure Bank (NIFRA) proposes 8.50 per cent cash dividend

Nepal Infrastructure Bank (NIFRA) proposes 8.50 per cent cash dividend

Illegal income won't be allowed for investment: Finance Ministry

ADB approves power project loan in Nepal

Arun Valley Hydropower Development Company (AHPC) proposes 10 per cent Bonus shares;...

Nepal Rastra Bank increases cap on digital transaction

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SDG-7 roadmap of Nepal unveiled

SDG-7 roadmap of Nepal unveiled

Minister for Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation Pampha Bhusal today unveiled Nepal’s roadmap for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG- 7). The roadmap aims to provide access to affordable and clean energy to all by 2030, increase the amount of renewable energy and increase energy efficiency.

The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index, the sole secondary market of the country plunged 114. 02 points on the first trading day of the week, dropping to 2,698.25, a 4.05 per cent fall.

NEPSE plunges 114 points on the first trading day of the week

The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index, the sole secondary market of the country plunged 114. 02 points on the first trading day of the week, dropping to 2,698.25, a 4.05 per cent fall.

Almost 2m people die from work-related causes. Photo: Reuters

Almost 2m people die from work-related causes

Work-related diseases and injuries were responsible for the deaths of 1.9 million people in 2016, according to the first joint estimates from the World Health Organisation (WHO) and International Labour Organisation (ILO).

Courtesy: Arun Valley Hydropower Development Company Limited

Arun Valley Hydropower Development Company (AHPC) proposes 10 per cent Bonus shares; When's the book closure?

Arun Valley Hydropower Development Company (AHPC) proposes 10 per cent Bonus shares; When's the book closure?

The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index continued its fall on Thursday too with the sole secondary market of the country recording 76.65 point drop to 2,812.39 points.

NEPSE continues its fall, registers 76 point-drop on Thursday

The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index continued its fall on Thursday too with the sole secondary market of the country recording 76.65 point drop to 2,812.39 points.

Nepal Rastra Bank, the banking sector regulator and supervisor, has issued a notice on Thursday warning that the transaction, usage and mining of cryptocurrency is illegal in the country.

Nepal Rastra Bank increases cap on digital transaction

Nepal Rastra Bank increases cap on digital transaction

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Here's what you need to know about the iPhone13!

At the product launch event, Apple announced the iPhone 13 lineup which includes four new models, Apple Watch Series 7, a new regular iPad and an all-new iPad mini.

Sahas Urja Limited is issuing Rs 70 crore worth 70 lakh units of shares as Initial Public Offering (IPO) to the general public for subscription from September 22-26 (Asoj 6-10). Courtsey: Sahas Urja Limited

Sahas Urja issuing 70 lakh share to general public from September 22-26

Sahas Urja issuing 70 lakh share to general public from September 22-26

Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE), the sole secondary market of the country, has has climbed to 2,947.42 points, registering a 2.48 per cent increase on Sunday.

NEPSE hits 2,947 with 71.43 points climb on Sunday

Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE), the sole secondary market of the country, has has climbed to 2,947.42 points, registering a 2.48 per cent increase on Sunday.

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Amended budget provides huge tax exemption to Hydropower companies

Amended budget provides huge tax exemption to Hydropower companies

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Youtube generated income subject to one per cent advanced taxation

Youtube generated income subject to one per cent advanced taxation

FILE- Finance Minister Janardan Sharma.

Govt downsizes budget size to Rs 1.63 trillion; chronic patients to receive Rs 5,000 montly

Govt downsizes budget size to Rs 1.63 trillion; chronic patients to receive Rs 5,000 montly

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Sanima Mai Hypropower (SHPC) proposes 10.5263 per cent dividend

Sanima Mai Hypropower (SHPC) proposes 10.5263 per cent dividend

The work of the under-construction Dordikhola Hydropower Project in Lamjung has reached its final stage with the completion of 99 per cent construction. Courtesy: Dordi Khola Hydropower Company Limited

27 MW Dordikhola Hydropower Project completes 99 percent work

27 MW Dordikhola Hydropower Project completes 99 percent work

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CPN-UML leaders, who offered their suggestions on the three political documents to be discussed in the party’s statute convention, have said that the 70-year retirement age and two-term limitation for those working in executive bodies should be retained in the party statute.

UML third-fronters losing lead roles

CPN-UML leaders, who offered their suggestions on the three political documents to be discussed in the party’s statute convention, have said that the 70-year retirement age and two-term limitation for those working in executive bodies should be retained in the party statute.

Nepal's coronavirus caseload reached 790,662 on Saturday with 790 more people testing positive for the infection in the past 24 hours.

Active caseload drops to 19700, death toll reaches 11087

Nepal's coronavirus caseload reached 790,662 on Saturday with 790 more people testing positive for the infection in the past 24 hours.

Manaslu Expedition 2021 team from Seven Summit Treks successfully scaled the 8th highest peak this morning between 6:20 - 8:45 am, Saturday, Spetember 25, 2021. Photo: Seven Summit Trek/Facebook

More climbers scale Mt Manaslu as summit bids underway

At least 20 climbers successfully stood atop the world’s eighth highest mountain this morning after rope-fixing Sherpas from the Seven Summit Treks opened a climbing route to the summit of Mt Manaslu yesterday.

NGA President Tashi Ghale (centre) speaks as Treasurer Kishan Agrawal (left) and Youth Development Director Deepak Acharya look on during a press meet in Kathmandu on Friday. Photo: THT

Tourism Cup Golf next week

Nepal Golf Association is organising the Nepal Tourism Cup Golf Tournament at the Gokarna Golf Club from September 27-29.

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Government, development partners join forces on Nepal's GRID

The Nepal government and development partners endorsed the landmark ‘Kathmandu Declaration’ to develop a strategic action plan for Nepal towards green, resilient, and inclusive development (GRID).

Coordinator of SDGs National Network Nepal Daya Sagar Shrestha said that Nepal had not made expected progress with regard to sustainable development goals mainly because political representatives were not adequately aware about the SDGs.

Leaders blamed for slow progress to achieve SDG 16

Coordinator of SDGs National Network Nepal Daya Sagar Shrestha said that Nepal had not made expected progress with regard to sustainable development goals mainly because political representatives were not adequately aware about the SDGs.

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Illegal trade on the rise in Sarlahi

Smuggling of the goods via alternative border points has increased of late though major border points with India are closed due to COVID in Sarlahi.

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Dalit leaders to launch stir against irregularities in residential program

Dalit Residence Construction Struggle Committee has declared an agitation against the discrimination and exploitation of the Dalits and irregularities in the name of the People’s Residence programme.

This is a screeshot taken from the video of Summit Participant Statement of Nepal for 2021 'Global COVID-19 Summit'. Photo Courtesy: Youtube/US Department of State

PM highlights rising food prices in LDCs amid COVID

Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba on Friday addressed the Food Systems Summit, convened by the UN Secretary-General on the margins of the 76th session of the UN General Assembly in New York.

CPN-UML Central Committee on Friday formed 10 groups to discuss its political report, proposals relating to party organisation, and amendment to party statute.

UML forms groups to discuss political report

CPN-UML Central Committee on Friday formed 10 groups to discuss its political report, proposals relating to party organisation, and amendment to party statute.

SC shot in the arm for Madhav Kumar Nepal

SC shot in the arm for Madhav Kumar Nepal

The Supreme Court on Friday refused to issue an interim order on a writ petition demanding nullification of the registration of CPN (Unified Socialist).

Polish officials said on Monday three people had died after crossing into Poland from Belarus, while a fourth person died inside Belarus.

UN rights chief urges Belarus neighbours to protect asylum-seekers

On Friday Polish border guards reported a fifth death - of an Iraqi man, probably from a heart attack - in the border area.

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