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
Kajaria Ramesh Tiles opens new showroom on Tokha Road Kajaria Ramesh Tiles opens new showroom on Tokha Road Kajaria Ramesh Tiles has expanded its retail presence in the Kathmandu Valley by opening a new exclusive showroom along Tokha Road in partnership with Jagdamba International. Kajaria Ramesh Tiles has expanded its retail presence in the Kathmandu Valley by opening a new exclusive showroom along Tokha Road in partnership with Jagdamba International. Business 30 Jun, 2026
Bosch strengthens dealer network with Power Partners Summit 2026 Bosch strengthens dealer network with Power Partners Summit 2026 Bosch Nepal, in partnership with its authorised distributor Infratech Pvt. Ltd., organised the Bosch Power Partners Summit Nepal 2026 in Kathmandu, bringing together dealers, retailers and professional users to showcase new products and strengthen its distribution network. Bosch Nepal, in partnership with its authorised distributor Infratech Pvt. Ltd., organised the Bosch Power Partners Summit Nepal 2026 in Kathmandu, bringing together dealers, retailers and professional users to showcase new products and strengthen its distribution network. Business 30 Jun, 2026
vivo unveils Y500 with largest-ever Y Series battery in Nepal vivo unveils Y500 with largest-ever Y Series battery in Nepal vivo has launched its latest mid-range smartphone, the Y500, in the Nepali market, introducing what it says is the largest battery ever offered in its Y Series lineup. vivo has launched its latest mid-range smartphone, the Y500, in the Nepali market, introducing what it says is the largest battery ever offered in its Y Series lineup. Business 30 Jun, 2026
Monsoon readiness: The real test of governance Monsoon readiness: The real test of governance Every monsoon, Nepal braces for more than rain. Rivers rise, slopes weaken, roads collapse, bridges fail, settlements flood, families are displaced, and communities are cut off from essential services. What begins as a seasonal weather pattern can quickly become a national test of readiness. Every monsoon, Nepal braces for more than rain. Rivers rise, slopes weaken, roads collapse, bridges fail, settlements flood, families are displaced, and communities are cut off from essential services. What begins as a seasonal weather pattern can quickly become a national test of readiness. Business 30 Jun, 2026
Gold extends losing streak, down Rs 5,900 per tola in two days Gold extends losing streak, down Rs 5,900 per tola in two days Gold price continued their downward trend in the domestic market on Tuesday, falling by Rs 4,500 per tola, a day after posting a decline of Rs 1,400 per tola. Gold price continued their downward trend in the domestic market on Tuesday, falling by Rs 4,500 per tola, a day after posting a decline of Rs 1,400 per tola. Business 30 Jun, 2026
Bosch hosts annual partners summit, unveils new power tool solutions in Nepal Bosch hosts annual partners summit, unveils new power tool solutions in Nepal Bosch Nepal, in collaboration with its authorised distributor Infratech Pvt. Ltd., hosted the Bosch Power Partners Summit Nepal 2026 in Kathmandu, bringing together around 120 dealers, retailers and professional users to showcase the company's latest power tool innovations and strengthen partnerships. Bosch Nepal, in collaboration with its authorised distributor Infratech Pvt. Ltd., hosted the Bosch Power Partners Summit Nepal 2026 in Kathmandu, bringing together around 120 dealers, retailers and professional users to showcase the company's latest power tool innovations and strengthen partnerships. Business 29 Jun, 2026
NEPSE falls 16 points as turnover drops to Rs 2.67 billion NEPSE falls 16 points as turnover drops to Rs 2.67 billion The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) extended its losing streak on Monday, with the benchmark index falling 16.54 points, or 0.62 percent, to close at 2,632.96 points. The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) extended its losing streak on Monday, with the benchmark index falling 16.54 points, or 0.62 percent, to close at 2,632.96 points. Business 29 Jun, 2026
Global IME launches 'Udyamshala' to support startups and SMEs Global IME launches 'Udyamshala' to support startups and SMEs Global IME Bank has launched the Global IME Udyamshala Program, an entrepreneurship initiative aimed at supporting startups and strengthening Nepal's micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs). Global IME Bank has launched the Global IME Udyamshala Program, an entrepreneurship initiative aimed at supporting startups and strengthening Nepal's micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs). Business 29 Jun, 2026
MetLife waives late fees to revive lapsed insurance policies MetLife waives late fees to revive lapsed insurance policies MetLife Nepal has launched a limited-time campaign allowing customers to reinstate lapsed life insurance policies with late fee waivers of up to 100 percent. MetLife Nepal has launched a limited-time campaign allowing customers to reinstate lapsed life insurance policies with late fee waivers of up to 100 percent. Business 29 Jun, 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).