PATA Nepal elects new executive committee, honours flood heroes PATA Nepal elects new executive committee, honours flood heroes The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Nepal Chapter has elected a new executive committee with Narendra Deo Bhatta, managing director of Heritage Tours & Travel, as its chairman. The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Nepal Chapter has elected a new executive committee with Narendra Deo Bhatta, managing director of Heritage Tours & Travel, as its chairman. Business 15 h ago
NRB introduces new Rs1,000 banknote featuring elephants, Everest NRB introduces new Rs1,000 banknote featuring elephants, Everest Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has introduced a new Rs 1,000 denomination banknote of the 2025 series into circulation from Thursday. Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has introduced a new Rs 1,000 denomination banknote of the 2025 series into circulation from Thursday. Business 24 Sep, 2026
NEPSE resumes trading as probe into data centre failure continues NEPSE resumes trading as probe into data centre failure continues Trading on the Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) resumed on Tuesday after a technical problem at a data centre hosting the servers of 72 brokerage firms was resolved, but the incident remains under investigation over the risk it posed to the country’s securities trading system. Trading on the Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) resumed on Tuesday after a technical problem at a data centre hosting the servers of 72 brokerage firms was resolved, but the incident remains under investigation over the risk it posed to the country’s securities trading system. Business 22 Sep, 2026
Govt plans to scrap VAT on electricity Govt plans to scrap VAT on electricity The government is preparing to remove value-added tax (VAT) on electricity after Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation Minister Biraj Bhakta Shrestha and Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle reached an in-principle agreement on the issue. The government is preparing to remove value-added tax (VAT) on electricity after Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation Minister Biraj Bhakta Shrestha and Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle reached an in-principle agreement on the issue. Business 21 Sep, 2026
Bangladesh envoy calls for promotion of 'Made in Bangladesh' brand Bangladesh envoy calls for promotion of 'Made in Bangladesh' brand Bangladesh Ambassador to Nepal Shafiqur Rahman has called for promoting the “Made in Bangladesh” brand internationally by marketing competitive and quality products and services. Bangladesh Ambassador to Nepal Shafiqur Rahman has called for promoting the “Made in Bangladesh” brand internationally by marketing competitive and quality products and services. Business 21 Sep, 2026
St Xavier's College holds Nepal Adhyayan Sambad 2.0 St Xavier's College holds Nepal Adhyayan Sambad 2.0 St Xavier’s College, Maitighar, organised the second edition of Nepal Adhyayan Sambad on Thursday, bringing together students, scholars and experts for discussions on Nepal’s history, development, social diversity and future. St Xavier’s College, Maitighar, organised the second edition of Nepal Adhyayan Sambad on Thursday, bringing together students, scholars and experts for discussions on Nepal’s history, development, social diversity and future. Business 21 Sep, 2026
NEPSE halts trading after technical issue hits broker data centre NEPSE halts trading after technical issue hits broker data centre The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) suspended Monday's regular trading session following a technical problem at a data centre hosting the servers of 72 brokerage firms. The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) suspended Monday's regular trading session following a technical problem at a data centre hosting the servers of 72 brokerage firms. Business 21 Sep, 2026
Mangaldeep launches Scent 3 in 1 incense sticks in Nepal Mangaldeep launches Scent 3 in 1 incense sticks in Nepal Surya Nepal Ventures Pvt. Ltd. (SNVPL), a subsidiary of Surya Nepal Pvt. Ltd., has launched Mangaldeep Scent 3 in 1 incense sticks in Nepal, featuring three perfume-inspired fragrances in a single pack. Surya Nepal Ventures Pvt. Ltd. (SNVPL), a subsidiary of Surya Nepal Pvt. Ltd., has launched Mangaldeep Scent 3 in 1 incense sticks in Nepal, featuring three perfume-inspired fragrances in a single pack. Business 21 Sep, 2026
Cathay Pacific named among world's top three airlines Cathay Pacific named among world's top three airlines Cathay Pacific has been named among the top three airlines in the world and received awards for the World’s Best Cabin Crew and World’s Best First Class Airline Lounge at the 2026 Skytrax World Airline Awards. Cathay Pacific has been named among the top three airlines in the world and received awards for the World’s Best Cabin Crew and World’s Best First Class Airline Lounge at the 2026 Skytrax World Airline Awards. Business 20 Sep, 2026
Tourist arrivals in Mustang drop sharply after Bhotekoshi floods Tourist arrivals in Mustang drop sharply after Bhotekoshi floods Tourist arrivals in Mustang dropped by nearly half in Bhadra following floods in the Bhotekoshi‑Trishuli region and continued disruption along the Kaligandaki Corridor, police said. Tourist arrivals in Mustang dropped by nearly half in Bhadra following floods in the Bhotekoshi‑Trishuli region and continued disruption along the Kaligandaki Corridor, police said. Business 20 Sep, 2026
NRB to collect Rs 30b deposits via 28-day instrument NRB to collect Rs 30b deposits via 28-day instrument Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) is set to collect Rs 30 billion in deposits for 28 days through a deposit collection instrument as part of its liquidity management operations. Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) is set to collect Rs 30 billion in deposits for 28 days through a deposit collection instrument as part of its liquidity management operations. Business 18 Sep, 2026
Gold price increased by Rs 3,600 per tola Gold price increased by Rs 3,600 per tola The price of gold in the domestic market increased by Rs 3,600 per tola on Friday. The price of gold in the domestic market increased by Rs 3,600 per tola on Friday. Business 18 Sep, 2026
NRB issues new Rs 50 note featuring Everest, rhododendron, leopard NRB issues new Rs 50 note featuring Everest, rhododendron, leopard Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) will put a new Rs 50 denomination banknote into circulation from September 18, retaining the existing size and colour of the denomination. Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) will put a new Rs 50 denomination banknote into circulation from September 18, retaining the existing size and colour of the denomination. Business 18 Sep, 2026
Himal Dental Hospital appoints Dr. Niranjan Acharya as CEO Himal Dental Hospital appoints Dr. Niranjan Acharya as CEO Himal Dental Hospital and Institute of Dental Sciences Ltd., which is preparing to issue an initial public offering (IPO), has appointed Dr Niranjan Acharya as its chief executive officer (CEO). Himal Dental Hospital and Institute of Dental Sciences Ltd., which is preparing to issue an initial public offering (IPO), has appointed Dr Niranjan Acharya as its chief executive officer (CEO). Business 18 Sep, 2026
MetLife Nepal chief Nirmal Kajee Shrestha receives Asian professional award MetLife Nepal chief Nirmal Kajee Shrestha receives Asian professional award MetLife Nepal Vice President and General Manager Nirmal Kajee Shrestha has received the Asian Professional Achievement Award in the Outstanding Leadership in Life Insurance & Financial Services category. MetLife Nepal Vice President and General Manager Nirmal Kajee Shrestha has received the Asian Professional Achievement Award in the Outstanding Leadership in Life Insurance & Financial Services category. Business 17 Sep, 2026
Nepali drivers to get Japan-bound training under new MoU Nepali drivers to get Japan-bound training under new MoU Japanese and Nepali organisations have signed a memorandum of understanding to train and recruit Nepali drivers for Japan’s automobile transportation sector, opening a new potential pathway for Nepali workers under Japan’s Specified Skilled Worker programme. Japanese and Nepali organisations have signed a memorandum of understanding to train and recruit Nepali drivers for Japan’s automobile transportation sector, opening a new potential pathway for Nepali workers under Japan’s Specified Skilled Worker programme. Business 17 Sep, 2026
NEPSE drops 21 points as turnover reaches Rs 5.38 billion NEPSE drops 21 points as turnover reaches Rs 5.38 billion The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) fell 21.19 points, or 0.80 per cent, to close at 2,612.42 points on Wednesday. The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) fell 21.19 points, or 0.80 per cent, to close at 2,612.42 points on Wednesday. Business 16 Sep, 2026
Flood fallout puts Nepal's tourism recovery at risk Flood fallout puts Nepal's tourism recovery at risk Nepal’s tourism industry is facing another major setback after the recent Bhotekhoshi floods caused an estimated Rs 52 billion in losses and triggered a sharp drop in tourist bookings just as the country entered its peak autumn season. Nepal’s tourism industry is facing another major setback after the recent Bhotekhoshi floods caused an estimated Rs 52 billion in losses and triggered a sharp drop in tourist bookings just as the country entered its peak autumn season. Business 16 Sep, 2026
Real estate transactions surge to Rs 721 billion Real estate transactions surge to Rs 721 billion Real estate transactions in Nepal surged to Rs 720.86 billion in the last fiscal year, according to the Economic Research Department of Nepal Rastra Bank. Real estate transactions in Nepal surged to Rs 720.86 billion in the last fiscal year, according to the Economic Research Department of Nepal Rastra Bank. Business 15 Sep, 2026
Aloft Kathmandu Thamel team contributes Rs 1.5 million to flood relief fund Aloft Kathmandu Thamel team contributes Rs 1.5 million to flood relief fund The team at Aloft by Marriott Kathmandu Thamel has contributed Rs 1.5 million to the Prime Minister’s Disaster Relief Fund to support communities affected by the recent floods in Nepal. The team at Aloft by Marriott Kathmandu Thamel has contributed Rs 1.5 million to the Prime Minister’s Disaster Relief Fund to support communities affected by the recent floods in Nepal. Business 15 Sep, 2026
Nepal Two guides dead, 14 still missing after Himlung base camp avalanche Two climbing guides have been found dead while 14 kitchen staff members remain missing after an avalanche struck Himlung Himal Base Camp in Manang on Sunday, according to the Nepal National Mountain Guide Association (NNMGA).
Nepal Narayangadh-Muglin road reopens, Prithvi Highway clearance expected by evening The Narayangadh-Muglin road has reopened after workers cleared a mudslide that had blocked the Namshi Khola bridge amid continuous rainfall.
Opinion Early warning to early action: Nepal's next step in disaster preparedness When a potential cyclone brews in the Bay of Bengal, the primary source of over 80 percent annual rainfall in Nepal, the fragile landscape hit by “himalayan tsunami” less than a month ago awaits confirmation for the cyclone that got its name, “Arnab” before existence.
Nepal Nepali Army continues rescue, evacuation in flood-hit districts nationwide The Nepali Army has continued search, rescue and evacuation operations in districts affected by floods, landslides and inundation triggered by continuous rainfall across the country.
Opinion Bhotekoshi: From warning to accountability Just over a month after the August 26 Bhotekoshi–Trishuli flood, families are searching for missing loved ones while rebuilding shattered lives. Authorities received warning of a major flood moving downstream and alerts were issued, although the precise chronology requires reconstruction. Yet devastating losses followed.
Business PATA Nepal elects new executive committee, honours flood heroes The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Nepal Chapter has elected a new executive committee with Narendra Deo Bhatta, managing director of Heritage Tours & Travel, as its chairman.
Nepal Manakamana cable car service halted after road subsides in Chitwan Manakamana Cable Car services have been suspended after a road inside the entrance area of the cable car complex subsided following continuous rainfall and river erosion.
Nepal Floods, landslides claim lives and paralyse roads across Nepal At least six people have died and five others remain missing after continuous heavy rainfall over the past two days triggered landslides, flooding and widespread disruption to roads and infrastructure across Nepal.
Nepal Avalanche hits Himlung base camp, 10 expedition staff missing An avalanche swept through Himlung Himal Base Camp in Manang early Sunday, leaving at least 10 expedition staff members missing, according to the Expedition Operators Association Nepal (EOAN).