Meet the women breaking stereotypes and leading the way at Daraz Meet the women breaking stereotypes and leading the way at Daraz In an interview with The Himalayan Times, young women who head various departments at Daraz share their journey within the company. These women inspire change, setting great examples in their workplace. In an interview with The Himalayan Times, young women who head various departments at Daraz share their journey within the company. These women inspire change, setting great examples in their workplace. Business 13 h ago
NIBL Ace Capital organises programme NIBL Ace Capital organises programme NIBL Ace Capital Ltd has conducted the free demat account opening programme in Ghusel, Bagmati Rural Municipality-1, Laltipur supporting ‘Ek Nepali Ek Demat Khata’ campaign of Securities Board of Nepal. NIBL Ace Capital Ltd has conducted the free demat account opening programme in Ghusel, Bagmati Rural Municipality-1, Laltipur supporting ‘Ek Nepali Ek Demat Khata’ campaign of Securities Board of Nepal. Business 2d ago
Jyoti Life Insurance issuing 6.6 million units of shares as IPO from today Jyoti Life Insurance issuing 6.6 million units of shares as IPO from today Jyoti Life Insurance Company Limited (JLIC) is issuing 6.6 million units of shares as the initial public offering (IPO) from today. The IPO will remain open till March 10. Jyoti Life Insurance Company Limited (JLIC) is issuing 6.6 million units of shares as the initial public offering (IPO) from today. The IPO will remain open till March 10. Business 05 Mar, 2021
Amazon's first cashierless store arrives in Britain in sign of global expansion Amazon's first cashierless store arrives in Britain in sign of global expansion Amazon.com Inc will open its first-ever physical store outside the United States on Thursday. Amazon.com Inc will open its first-ever physical store outside the United States on Thursday. Business 04 Mar, 2021
India woos Tesla with offer of cheaper production costs than China India woos Tesla with offer of cheaper production costs than China India is ready to offer incentives to ensure Tesla Inc's cost of production would be less than in China if the carmaker commits to making its electric vehicles in the south Asian country, transport minister Nitin Gadkari told Reuters. India is ready to offer incentives to ensure Tesla Inc's cost of production would be less than in China if the carmaker commits to making its electric vehicles in the south Asian country, transport minister Nitin Gadkari told Reuters. Business 02 Mar, 2021
DoI signs MoU with FNCCI to collect data of industries DoI signs MoU with FNCCI to collect data of industries A memorandum of understanding (MoU) has been signed between the Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI) and the Department of Industry (DoI). A memorandum of understanding (MoU) has been signed between the Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI) and the Department of Industry (DoI). Business 02 Mar, 2021
TIA upgradation doesn't fly with tour operators TIA upgradation doesn't fly with tour operators At a time when the country’s sole international airport is undergoing a major refurbishment, an umbrella organisation representing Nepali tour operators has submitted a list of areas needing improvement. At a time when the country’s sole international airport is undergoing a major refurbishment, an umbrella organisation representing Nepali tour operators has submitted a list of areas needing improvement. Business 02 Mar, 2021
Hulas Steel launches 'Galvaalum' Hulas Steel launches 'Galvaalum' Hulas Steel has announced the launch of revolutionary roofing sheets, Hulas Galvaalum and Hulas DuraColour in Nepal. Hulas Steel has announced the launch of revolutionary roofing sheets, Hulas Galvaalum and Hulas DuraColour in Nepal. Business 01 Mar, 2021
Govt planning to reduce internet charge Govt planning to reduce internet charge Minister for Communications and Information Technology Parvat Gurung has said that the government is planning to slash internet charges in the country. He said that the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MoCIT) is conducting necessary study and homework to reduce the cost of internet services. Minister for Communications and Information Technology Parvat Gurung has said that the government is planning to slash internet charges in the country. He said that the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MoCIT) is conducting necessary study and homework to reduce the cost of internet services. Business 01 Mar, 2021
NEPSE'S bearish trend continues with around 80 point decline on first day of trading week NEPSE'S bearish trend continues with around 80 point decline on first day of... The Nepal Stock Exchange Limited (NEPSE) index has dipped by 79.74 points, a 3.12 per cent drop on the first day of the trading week. The Nepal Stock Exchange Limited (NEPSE) index has dipped by 79.74 points, a 3.12 per cent drop on the first day of the trading week. Business 28 Feb, 2021
NIBL celebrates 35th anniversary NIBL celebrates 35th anniversary Nepal Investment Bank Ltd (NIBL) having reached the milestone of 35th year has been providing quality banking services through 87 branches, 30 extension counters, 59 branchless banking centres and 130 ATMs, spread across seven provinces of the country. Nepal Investment Bank Ltd (NIBL) having reached the milestone of 35th year has been providing quality banking services through 87 branches, 30 extension counters, 59 branchless banking centres and 130 ATMs, spread across seven provinces of the country. Business 27 Feb, 2021
MoALD gearing to set up Agro Data Centre MoALD gearing to set up Agro Data Centre Minister for Agriculture and Livestock Development Padma Kumari Aryal has said that preparations are underway to set up a one-door system to maintain database of all kinds of agriculture-related information. During an interaction with journalists today, Minister Aryal assured that the issue of lack of credible agricultural data will be addressed soon. Minister for Agriculture and Livestock Development Padma Kumari Aryal has said that preparations are underway to set up a one-door system to maintain database of all kinds of agriculture-related information. During an interaction with journalists today, Minister Aryal assured that the issue of lack of credible agricultural data will be addressed soon. Business 27 Feb, 2021
Nepal and World Bank sign innovative financing agreement Nepal and World Bank sign innovative financing agreement The government of Nepal has signed a landmark agreement with the World Bank’s Forest Carbon Partnership Facility (FCPF), unlocking up to $45 million to support Nepal to decrease carbon emissions from deforestation and forest degradation through 2025. The government of Nepal has signed a landmark agreement with the World Bank’s Forest Carbon Partnership Facility (FCPF), unlocking up to $45 million to support Nepal to decrease carbon emissions from deforestation and forest degradation through 2025. Business 27 Feb, 2021
Bird flu detected in Tarakeshwar Municipality again Bird flu detected in Tarakeshwar Municipality again Bird flu has been detected again in Tarakeshwar Municipality. Bird flu has been detected again in Tarakeshwar Municipality. Business 27 Feb, 2021
StanChart global research briefing StanChart global research briefing Standard Chartered’s global research team addressed an exclusive group of the bank’s clients and dignitaries on Thursday as they presented their views at a session titled ‘Global and Nepal Economic Outlook’. Standard Chartered’s global research team addressed an exclusive group of the bank’s clients and dignitaries on Thursday as they presented their views at a session titled ‘Global and Nepal Economic Outlook’. Business 26 Feb, 2021
Vortex inks MoUs Vortex inks MoUs Nepal-India Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NIC- CI) organised a memoranda of understanding (MoUs) signing ceremony between Nepali companies and Vortex Global Services-India on Wednesday. Nepal-India Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NIC- CI) organised a memoranda of understanding (MoUs) signing ceremony between Nepali companies and Vortex Global Services-India on Wednesday. Business 26 Feb, 2021
Pioneer launches Nissan Magnite Pioneer launches Nissan Magnite Pioneer Moto Corp, has announced the price and commenced bookings of the all-new Nissan Magnite across all Nissan dealerships in the country and on its website. Pioneer Moto Corp, has announced the price and commenced bookings of the all-new Nissan Magnite across all Nissan dealerships in the country and on its website. Business 25 Feb, 2021
Laws still restrict women's economic opportunities despite progress: WB report Laws still restrict women's economic opportunities despite progress: WB report Countries are inching towards greater gender equality, but women around the world continue to face laws and regulations that restrict their economic opportunity, with the COVID-19 pandemic creating new challenges to their health, safety, and economic security, a new World Bank report says. Countries are inching towards greater gender equality, but women around the world continue to face laws and regulations that restrict their economic opportunity, with the COVID-19 pandemic creating new challenges to their health, safety, and economic security, a new World Bank report says. Business 25 Feb, 2021
IB Chair Silwal directs Rastriya Beema Sansthan to provide timely services IB Chair Silwal directs Rastriya Beema Sansthan to provide timely services The state-owned Rastriya Beema Sansthan (RBS) has entered its 54th year of establishment. The state-owned Rastriya Beema Sansthan (RBS) has entered its 54th year of establishment. Business 24 Feb, 2021
Rapid growth of digital economy calls for coherent policy response: ILO report Rapid growth of digital economy calls for coherent policy response: ILO report Digital labour platforms have increased five-fold worldwide in the last decade according to the International Labour Organisation (ILO)’s latest World Employment and Social Outlook 2021 report. Digital labour platforms have increased five-fold worldwide in the last decade according to the International Labour Organisation (ILO)’s latest World Employment and Social Outlook 2021 report. Business 24 Feb, 2021
World As US mulls Afghan exit, activist sees long fight for women Prominent activist Sima Samar has been fighting for women’s rights in Afghanistan for the past 40 years. She believes her struggle is far from over — especially at a time when violence is on the rise, peace talks between rival Afghan groups are stuck and the US mulls a May departure from her country.
World Female farmers protest against new Indian agriculture laws Thousands of female farmers held sit-ins and a hunger strike in India's capital on Monday in protests on International Women's Day against new agricultural laws.
COVID-19 Nepal COVID-19 Update: 89 new cases, 42 recoveries and one fatality recorded on Monday As of today, the country has witnessed 274,810 cases of the coronavirus infection while 270,927 people have recovered from the disease. Meanwhile, 3,011 COVID-19 fatalities have been confirmed.
Sports New Zealand under Williamson primed for two tilts at elusive world glory New Zealand beat Australia in the Twenty20 series to maintain their perfect home season on Sunday in a timely boost for Kane Williamson's team who will get two opportunities this year to shed their status as the game's perennial bridesmaids.
World Jill Biden helps honour women from 15 countries for courage First lady Jill Biden says nearly two dozen women the State Department is honouring for their courage made an “intentional decision” to persist and demand justice despite their fear.
Nepal Country registers 89 new cases of COVID-19 on Monday; tally shifts to 274,810 Nepal on Monday reported 89 new cases of coronavirus infection from across the country. With this, the nationwide infection count has advanced to 274,810.
Nepal Prime Minister commits to addressing cases of Violence Against Women Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has said that the Government of Nepal is committed to addressing cases related to Violence Against Women.
Kathmandu Water diverted to Bagmati River from Melamchi Project for Shivaratri Water drawn from Melamchi River in Sindhupalchok district has been discharged into Bagmati River to increase its water level in view of the upcoming Shivaratri festival.
Nepal Work starts on India-funded reconstruction of school in Chandragiri Municipality Work has begun for the reconstruction of Shree Bishnu Devi Secondary School at Chandragiri Municipality, 68th school under the Government of India reconstruction grant assistance.