NEPSE slides nearly 1% as daily turnover drops to Rs 3.55 billion NEPSE slides nearly 1% as daily turnover drops to Rs 3.55 billion The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index dropped 26.29 points (0.99 percent) on Monday to close at 2,627.11, as losses spread across all sectoral indices on the first trading day of the week. The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index dropped 26.29 points (0.99 percent) on Monday to close at 2,627.11, as losses spread across all sectoral indices on the first trading day of the week. Business 8 h ago
POCO launches M8 Series 5G smartphones in Nepal POCO launches M8 Series 5G smartphones in Nepal TeleTalk has launched the new POCO M8 Series 5G smartphones in the Nepali market, introducing two models aimed at users seeking high-performance features at competitive prices. TeleTalk has launched the new POCO M8 Series 5G smartphones in the Nepali market, introducing two models aimed at users seeking high-performance features at competitive prices. Business 13 h ago
New range of refrigerators, washing machines and air conditioners targets affordability and local needs New range of refrigerators, washing machines and air conditioners targets... LG Electronics, in partnership with its authorised distributor CG Electronics, has launched the LG Essential Series, a new range of home appliances designed specifically for Nepali consumers. LG Electronics, in partnership with its authorised distributor CG Electronics, has launched the LG Essential Series, a new range of home appliances designed specifically for Nepali consumers. Business 13 h ago
OPPO launches A6s Pro smartphone in Nepal at Rs 56,999 OPPO launches A6s Pro smartphone in Nepal at Rs 56,999 OPPO has launched the A6s Pro smartphone in the Nepali market with a starting price of Rs 56,999. OPPO has launched the A6s Pro smartphone in the Nepali market with a starting price of Rs 56,999. Business 2d ago
Nepal SBI Bank wins four international banking awards Nepal SBI Bank wins four international banking awards Nepal SBI Bank Ltd. has received four international awards from Singapore-based Asian Banking & Finance (ABF) 2026 in recognition of its performance across wholesale and retail banking. Nepal SBI Bank Ltd. has received four international awards from Singapore-based Asian Banking & Finance (ABF) 2026 in recognition of its performance across wholesale and retail banking. Business 2d ago
Bosch Home Appliances appoints Asmi Shrestha as Nepal brand ambassador Bosch Home Appliances appoints Asmi Shrestha as Nepal brand ambassador Bosch Home Appliances has appointed model and entrepreneur Asmi Shrestha as its brand ambassador for Nepal. Bosch Home Appliances has appointed model and entrepreneur Asmi Shrestha as its brand ambassador for Nepal. Business 2d ago
Aloft by Marriott Kathmandu Thamel wins four global hospitality awards Aloft by Marriott Kathmandu Thamel wins four global hospitality awards Aloft by Marriott Kathmandu Thamel has won four honours at the 2026 Haute Grandeur Global Excellence Awards, strengthening its position among Nepal's leading hospitality establishments. Aloft by Marriott Kathmandu Thamel has won four honours at the 2026 Haute Grandeur Global Excellence Awards, strengthening its position among Nepal's leading hospitality establishments. Business 03 Jul, 2026
Yango Ride, Traffic Police launch road safety campaign for 200 new riders Yango Ride, Traffic Police launch road safety campaign for 200 new riders Ride-hailing platform Yango Ride, in collaboration with Nepal Traffic Police, has launched a road safety awareness programme for new motorcycle riders in Kathmandu. Ride-hailing platform Yango Ride, in collaboration with Nepal Traffic Police, has launched a road safety awareness programme for new motorcycle riders in Kathmandu. Business 03 Jul, 2026
Yamaha Nepal marks 71st anniversary with blood drives, traffic awareness and community outreach Yamaha Nepal marks 71st anniversary with blood drives, traffic awareness and... Yamaha Nepal celebrated the 71st anniversary of Yamaha Motor Co. with nationwide community service programmes, customer offers and employee recognition events across all seven provinces. Yamaha Nepal celebrated the 71st anniversary of Yamaha Motor Co. with nationwide community service programmes, customer offers and employee recognition events across all seven provinces. Business 03 Jul, 2026
Gold price surges Rs 13,400 in two days Gold price surges Rs 13,400 in two days The price of fine gold rose by Rs 7,200 per tola in the domestic market on Friday, extending a sharp two-day rally that has added a total of Rs 13,400 per tola to the precious metal's value The price of fine gold rose by Rs 7,200 per tola in the domestic market on Friday, extending a sharp two-day rally that has added a total of Rs 13,400 per tola to the precious metal's value Business 03 Jul, 2026
Proton e.MAS 5 set for Nepal debut as first rear-wheel-drive compact EV Proton e.MAS 5 set for Nepal debut as first rear-wheel-drive compact EV Jagdamba Motors Pvt. Ltd. is preparing to introduce the Proton e.MAS 5, which it says will be Nepal's first rear-wheel-drive compact electric SUV in its segment. Jagdamba Motors Pvt. Ltd. is preparing to introduce the Proton e.MAS 5, which it says will be Nepal's first rear-wheel-drive compact electric SUV in its segment. Business 02 Jul, 2026
Gold price jumps Rs 6,200 per tola in a day Gold price jumps Rs 6,200 per tola in a day The price of fine gold in the domestic market climbed by Rs 6,200 per tola on Thursday, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers' Association. The price of fine gold in the domestic market climbed by Rs 6,200 per tola on Thursday, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers' Association. Business 02 Jul, 2026
GWM ORA 5 earns global design recognition following Nepal launch GWM ORA 5 earns global design recognition following Nepal launch Chinese automaker GWM's newly launched electric SUV, ORA 5, has won the "Design of the Year" award in the Product Design–Automobiles/Vehicles category at the 2025 London Design Awards, days after its official debut in the Nepali market. Chinese automaker GWM's newly launched electric SUV, ORA 5, has won the "Design of the Year" award in the Product Design–Automobiles/Vehicles category at the 2025 London Design Awards, days after its official debut in the Nepali market. Business 02 Jul, 2026
LG launches Essential Series in Nepal, built around local households LG launches Essential Series in Nepal, built around local households LG Electronics Singapore, together with its long-time local partner CG Electronics, has launched the Essential Series, a new lineup of home appliances designed around Nepali consumer needs. LG Electronics Singapore, together with its long-time local partner CG Electronics, has launched the Essential Series, a new lineup of home appliances designed around Nepali consumer needs. Business 02 Jul, 2026
Foton Motors opens 3S showroom in Butwal Foton Motors opens 3S showroom in Butwal Foton Motors Nepal has expanded its dealership network with the inauguration of a new 3S (Sales, Service and Spare Parts) showroom in Butwal, strengthening its presence in western Nepal. Foton Motors Nepal has expanded its dealership network with the inauguration of a new 3S (Sales, Service and Spare Parts) showroom in Butwal, strengthening its presence in western Nepal. Business 01 Jul, 2026
"Better journeys begin with fair choices" "Better journeys begin with fair choices" Mark Tolley is the APAC Regional Director for inDrive, overseeing nine markets across the region. He has been with the company for around two years and has visited Nepal more than twenty times since. Mark Tolley is the APAC Regional Director for inDrive, overseeing nine markets across the region. He has been with the company for around two years and has visited Nepal more than twenty times since. Business 01 Jul, 2026
NRB to issue Rs 45 billion one-year debt paper today NRB to issue Rs 45 billion one-year debt paper today The Nepal Rastra Bank has announced the issuance of Rs 45 billion worth of one-year debt securities through an auction open to banks and financial institutions licensed by the central bank. The Nepal Rastra Bank has announced the issuance of Rs 45 billion worth of one-year debt securities through an auction open to banks and financial institutions licensed by the central bank. Business 01 Jul, 2026
Petrol down Rs 20, diesel Rs 30; LPG cheaper by Rs 100 Petrol down Rs 20, diesel Rs 30; LPG cheaper by Rs 100 Motorists and households will pay less for fuel from Wednesday after the Nepal Oil Corporation announced a sharp reduction in the prices of petrol, diesel, aviation fuel and cooking gas. Motorists and households will pay less for fuel from Wednesday after the Nepal Oil Corporation announced a sharp reduction in the prices of petrol, diesel, aviation fuel and cooking gas. Business 01 Jul, 2026
Nepal SBI Bank brings employees together through MD's Cup Futsal Nepal SBI Bank brings employees together through MD's Cup Futsal Nepal SBI Bank celebrated its 33rd anniversary by organising the MD's Cup Futsal Tournament-2083, bringing together employees from across the country in an initiative aimed at strengthening teamwork and employee engagement. Nepal SBI Bank celebrated its 33rd anniversary by organising the MD's Cup Futsal Tournament-2083, bringing together employees from across the country in an initiative aimed at strengthening teamwork and employee engagement. Business 30 Jun, 2026
NEPSE extends losing streak as benchmark drops 25 points NEPSE extends losing streak as benchmark drops 25 points The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) declined for a second straight session this week on Tuesday, with the benchmark index falling 24.63 points, or 0.93 percent, to close at 2,608.33. The slide follows losses recorded in the previous week as well. The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) declined for a second straight session this week on Tuesday, with the benchmark index falling 24.63 points, or 0.93 percent, to close at 2,608.33. The slide follows losses recorded in the previous week as well. Business 30 Jun, 2026
Kathmandu Two repatriated sacred antiquities handed over to Nepal, US reaffirms heritage partnership Nepal officially received two stolen cultural antiquities repatriated from the United States during a ceremony hosted by the Department of Archaeology on Monday, marking another milestone in bilateral efforts to protect Nepal's cultural heritage.
Nepal Nepal, Cambodia step up cooperation against human trafficking and online scam networks Nepal and Cambodia have reaffirmed their commitment to closer cooperation against human trafficking, cybercrime and online scam operations during a high-level bilateral meeting in Phnom Penh on Monday.
Kathmandu Security Printing Centre to print more national documents as govt eyes self-reliance Minister for Communications and Information Technology Dr. Bikram Timilsina has said the government is moving to develop the Security Printing Centre into a self-sufficient, professional and result-oriented institution, with a budget of Rs 220 million allocated for the upcoming fiscal year 2026/27.
Business NEPSE slides nearly 1% as daily turnover drops to Rs 3.55 billion The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index dropped 26.29 points (0.99 percent) on Monday to close at 2,627.11, as losses spread across all sectoral indices on the first trading day of the week.
Nepal Nepali diaspora gather in Germany to boost innovation and investment links with Nepal The second annual Nepali Roots Summit concluded in Munich, Germany, bringing together over 100 Nepali researchers, technology executives, engineers, entrepreneurs and community leaders to discuss ways to strengthen leadership, innovation and cross-border collaboration with Nepal.
Kathmandu Education officer arrested over public indecency allegation Police have arrested a government education officer after a woman accused him of exposing himself in a public place in Lalitpur, following the circulation of a video on social media.
Nepal Indian national arrested with over 102 kg of marijuana in Parsa Parsa Police have arrested an Indian citizen in possession of 102.636 kilograms of marijuana during a special operation in Jagarnathpur Rural Municipality.
Nepal Nine local govt launch agriculture credit fund to boost rural lending Nine local governments from Karnali, Sudurpashchim and Bagmati provinces have signed an agreement with the Deposit and Credit Guarantee Fund (DCGF) to establish a ring-fenced Agriculture Credit Guarantee Fund, a new financing mechanism designed to improve access to formal credit for farmers and agricultural enterprises.
Nepal Heavy security as Birgunj road-widening drive resumes The long-awaited road expansion drive in Birgunj resumed on Monday morning, with bulldozers moving in under heavy police protection to remove houses, shops and commercial structures built within the road's right of way.