Trade resumes via Rasuwagadhi as EVs, goods enter from China Trade resumes via Rasuwagadhi as EVs, goods enter from China Imports from China have resumed through the Rasuwagadhi border checkpoint following its reopening, with electric vehicles and cargo consignments entering Nepal over the weekend. Imports from China have resumed through the Rasuwagadhi border checkpoint following its reopening, with electric vehicles and cargo consignments entering Nepal over the weekend. Business 04 Jan, 2026
Gold price drops Rs 2,100 per tola; silver also declines Gold price drops Rs 2,100 per tola; silver also declines Gold price fell sharply in the domestic market on Sunday, with the price of fine gold dropping by Rs 2,100 per tola, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association. Gold price fell sharply in the domestic market on Sunday, with the price of fine gold dropping by Rs 2,100 per tola, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association. Business 04 Jan, 2026
Ncell adds 250 towers, upgrades 2,200 sites to strengthen 4G coverage Ncell adds 250 towers, upgrades 2,200 sites to strengthen 4G coverage Telecommunications service provider Ncell has expanded its 4G network nationwide by installing 250 new towers and upgrading capacity at 2,200 existing sites over the past year. Telecommunications service provider Ncell has expanded its 4G network nationwide by installing 250 new towers and upgrading capacity at 2,200 existing sites over the past year. Business 04 Jan, 2026
HONOR opens first exclusive showroom at City Center HONOR opens first exclusive showroom at City Center Global smart device brand HONOR has opened its first exclusive experience showroom in Nepal, marking its formal retail debut in the country. Global smart device brand HONOR has opened its first exclusive experience showroom in Nepal, marking its formal retail debut in the country. Business 04 Jan, 2026
658 suspicious transactions of virtual assets recorded in five years 658 suspicious transactions of virtual assets recorded in five years Suspicious transactions of virtual assets, which are considered illegal in Nepal, have increased in recent years. Suspicious transactions of virtual assets, which are considered illegal in Nepal, have increased in recent years. Business 02 Jan, 2026
Wonderland Carnival brings festive cheer to Kathmandu from December 25 to January 1 Wonderland Carnival brings festive cheer to Kathmandu from December 25 to January 1 Located in the heart of the capital, The Wonderland has emerged as a vibrant destination that blends entertainment, education and community engagement, offering interactive experiences for children, youth and families alike. Located in the heart of the capital, The Wonderland has emerged as a vibrant destination that blends entertainment, education and community engagement, offering interactive experiences for children, youth and families alike. Business 02 Jan, 2026
Ather introduces ID-based financing for electric scooters with EMI from Rs 6,058 Ather introduces ID-based financing for electric scooters with EMI from Rs 6,058 Ather Energy has introduced a simplified financing scheme in Nepal, allowing customers to purchase its electric scooters using only a valid ID card, with monthly instalments starting from Rs 6,058. Ather Energy has introduced a simplified financing scheme in Nepal, allowing customers to purchase its electric scooters using only a valid ID card, with monthly instalments starting from Rs 6,058. Business 02 Jan, 2026
MetLife Nepal contributes Rs 2.5 Million to govt reconstruction fund MetLife Nepal contributes Rs 2.5 Million to govt reconstruction fund MetLife Nepal has contributed Rs 2.5 million to the Government of Nepal’s Physical Infrastructure Reconstruction Fund, reinforcing private-sector support for post-disaster rebuilding and national infrastructure recovery. MetLife Nepal has contributed Rs 2.5 million to the Government of Nepal’s Physical Infrastructure Reconstruction Fund, reinforcing private-sector support for post-disaster rebuilding and national infrastructure recovery. Business 02 Jan, 2026
thee GO e-Stop opens KFC Outlet at Kurintar, offers 25% Launch Discount thee GO e-Stop opens KFC Outlet at Kurintar, offers 25% Launch Discount thee GO e-Stop has launched a new KFC outlet at Kurintar, strengthening its positioning as a comprehensive highway service destination for long-distance travelers and local commuters. thee GO e-Stop has launched a new KFC outlet at Kurintar, strengthening its positioning as a comprehensive highway service destination for long-distance travelers and local commuters. Business 02 Jan, 2026
MAW Vriddhi to host Dang's largest EV test drive and exchange camp MAW Vriddhi to host Dang's largest EV test drive and exchange camp MAW Vriddhi, the authorised distributor of Dongfeng and Seres electric vehicles in Nepal, is set to organise its largest Test Drive and Exchange Camp in Dang from 19 to 21 Poush 2082, marking a major expansion of electric mobility outreach in the western region. MAW Vriddhi, the authorised distributor of Dongfeng and Seres electric vehicles in Nepal, is set to organise its largest Test Drive and Exchange Camp in Dang from 19 to 21 Poush 2082, marking a major expansion of electric mobility outreach in the western region. Business 02 Jan, 2026
Nepal's tourism records modest growth in 2025; Reaches 96.8% of pre-pandemic levels Nepal's tourism records modest growth in 2025; Reaches 96.8% of pre-pandemic levels Nepal welcomed 1,158,459 international visitors in 2025, recording a modest 1% growth over the previous year and achieving 96.8% recovery compared to pre-pandemic 2019 levels, according to the Tourism Insight report released by the Nepal Tourism Board in January 2026. Nepal welcomed 1,158,459 international visitors in 2025, recording a modest 1% growth over the previous year and achieving 96.8% recovery compared to pre-pandemic 2019 levels, according to the Tourism Insight report released by the Nepal Tourism Board in January 2026. Business 02 Jan, 2026
Gold price rebounds by Rs 2,900 per tola after recent slide Gold price rebounds by Rs 2,900 per tola after recent slide Gold price in the domestic market rebounded sharply on Friday, recovering Rs 2,900 per tola after several days of decline that followed its record high of Rs 270,600 per tola on December 28. Gold price in the domestic market rebounded sharply on Friday, recovering Rs 2,900 per tola after several days of decline that followed its record high of Rs 270,600 per tola on December 28. Business 02 Jan, 2026
LONGi, MOGHA Renewables announce strategic partnership, launch Hi-MO X-10 Solar Panels in Nepal LONGi, MOGHA Renewables announce strategic partnership, launch Hi-MO X-10 Solar... LONGi and MOGHA Renewables today announced a strategic partnership and the official launch of the Hi-MO X-10 solar panels in Nepal, marking a major milestone in the country’s clean energy transition. LONGi and MOGHA Renewables today announced a strategic partnership and the official launch of the Hi-MO X-10 solar panels in Nepal, marking a major milestone in the country’s clean energy transition. Business 01 Jan, 2026
Minister Kharel inaugurates Ncell's VoLTE capacity expansion in Pokhara Minister Kharel inaugurates Ncell's VoLTE capacity expansion in Pokhara Minister for Communication and Information Technology Jagadish Kharel on Sunday inaugurated Ncell’s VoLTE Capacity Enhancement Project at the company’s data centre in Pokhara, marking a significant upgrade in Nepal’s telecommunications infrastructure. Minister for Communication and Information Technology Jagadish Kharel on Sunday inaugurated Ncell’s VoLTE Capacity Enhancement Project at the company’s data centre in Pokhara, marking a significant upgrade in Nepal’s telecommunications infrastructure. Business 01 Jan, 2026
Hulas Steel inaugurates solar power plant at Simara factory Hulas Steel inaugurates solar power plant at Simara factory Hulas Steel Industries Limited, Nepal’s first green steel and roofing manufacturer, has inaugurated a solar power plant at its Simara factory, reinforcing its commitment to renewable energy and sustainable industrial practices. Hulas Steel Industries Limited, Nepal’s first green steel and roofing manufacturer, has inaugurated a solar power plant at its Simara factory, reinforcing its commitment to renewable energy and sustainable industrial practices. Business 01 Jan, 2026
Gold price extends decline after record high Gold price extends decline after record high Gold price continued its downward trend in the domestic market on Thursday, extending losses after touching a historic high of Rs 270,600 per tola on December 28. Gold price continued its downward trend in the domestic market on Thursday, extending losses after touching a historic high of Rs 270,600 per tola on December 28. Business 01 Jan, 2026
NOC reduces prices of Petrol, Diesel and Aviation Fuel NOC reduces prices of Petrol, Diesel and Aviation Fuel Nepal Oil Corporation has reduced the prices of petrol, diesel, and aviation fuel. Nepal Oil Corporation has reduced the prices of petrol, diesel, and aviation fuel. Business 31 Dec, 2025
2025 in review: The year the CIAA took on big corruption at the Special Court 2025 in review: The year the CIAA took on big corruption at the Special Court As 2025 draws to a close, the Commission for the Investigation of Abuse of Authority (CIAA) leaves behind a year marked by some of the most consequential corruption prosecutions in recent memory. As 2025 draws to a close, the Commission for the Investigation of Abuse of Authority (CIAA) leaves behind a year marked by some of the most consequential corruption prosecutions in recent memory. Business 31 Dec, 2025
Gold price falls further by Rs 1,100 per tola Gold price falls further by Rs 1,100 per tola Gold price in the domestic market declined further on Wednesday, falling by Rs 1,100 per tola, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association. Gold price in the domestic market declined further on Wednesday, falling by Rs 1,100 per tola, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association. Business 31 Dec, 2025
Kajaria expands footprint in Eastern Nepal with new showroom in Bhardaha Kajaria expands footprint in Eastern Nepal with new showroom in Bhardaha Kajaria, one of Nepal’s leading premium tile brands, has strengthened its presence in eastern Nepal with the inauguration of a new showroom in Bhardaha, Saptari, on Monday. Kajaria, one of Nepal’s leading premium tile brands, has strengthened its presence in eastern Nepal with the inauguration of a new showroom in Bhardaha, Saptari, on Monday. Business 31 Dec, 2025
Sports Bayern warms up for Madrid by smashing Bundesliga goal record and closing in on title Bayern Munich warmed up for Real Madrid's visit by smashing the Bundesliga record for goals in a season and taking a major step toward yet another league title on Saturday.
Sports Arsenal falls to Bournemouth and lets Man City back into Premier League title race Bournemouth has won in back-to-back seasons at Arsenal and set a new club record of 12 straight games unbeaten in the Premier League.
Entertainment Asha Bhosle, one of India's most versatile Bollywood singers, dies at 92 Asha was admitted at the hospital on late Saturday with a chest infection and exhaustion, her granddaughter Zanai Bhosle said in a social media post.
World Trump threatens Strait of Hormuz blockade after US-Iran ceasefire talks end without agreement Trump stressed that Tehran’s nuclear ambitions were at the core of the failure to end the war, and said the U.S. was ready to “finish up” Iran at the “appropriate moment."
Kathmandu 101 traffic violators fined in Kathmandu Valley The Traffic Police has intensified such surprise inspections in recent days to ensure stricter enforcement of traffic regulations.
Nepal Home Minister Gurung directs security agencies to act tough on crime, drug abuse Home Minister Sudhan Gurung has instructed security officials to adopt a tougher stance to control criminal activities, including drug abuse.
Business NIMB Ace Capital credits pending units of NIBL Sahabhagita Fund to investors' MeroShare accounts NIMB Ace Capital Limited has credited previously pending units of the NIBL Sahabhagita Fund to the MeroShare accounts of unitholders.
Business Subisu, APAC IPv6 Council sign MoU to promote next-generation internet protocol Internet service provider Subisu Limited has signed a memorandum of understanding with the APAC IPv6 Council to promote the adoption of IPv6 technology in Nepal.
Sports Carlsberg Golf Classic concludes at Royal Nepal Golf Course The Carlsberg Golf Classic 2026 concluded at the Royal Nepal Golf Course, drawing participation from 130 golfers over two days.
