Govt not targeting small investors, says Finance Minister Wagle Govt not targeting small investors, says Finance Minister Wagle Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle has said the government has no intention of unsettling the stock market or targeting small investors. Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle has said the government has no intention of unsettling the stock market or targeting small investors. Business 06 Apr, 2026
NEPSE rebounds 83 points after sharp decline NEPSE rebounds 83 points after sharp decline The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) rebounded on Monday, gaining 83.33 points or 3.11 percent to close at 2,760.02 points, a day after a steep decline. The NEPSE had plunged by 105 points on Sunday. The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) rebounded on Monday, gaining 83.33 points or 3.11 percent to close at 2,760.02 points, a day after a steep decline. The NEPSE had plunged by 105 points on Sunday. Business 06 Apr, 2026
Banks to follow two-day weekly holiday as NRB issues directive Banks to follow two-day weekly holiday as NRB issues directive The Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has directed banks and financial institutions to implement a two-day weekly holiday, aligning with the government’s recent decision to introduce weekends on Saturdays and Sundays. The Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has directed banks and financial institutions to implement a two-day weekly holiday, aligning with the government’s recent decision to introduce weekends on Saturdays and Sundays. Business 06 Apr, 2026
Gold price drops by Rs 2,600 per tola; silver also declines Gold price drops by Rs 2,600 per tola; silver also declines The price of gold in the domestic market fell by Rs 2,600 per tola on Monday, ending a brief period of stability. The price of gold in the domestic market fell by Rs 2,600 per tola on Monday, ending a brief period of stability. Business 06 Apr, 2026
NEPSE plunges 105 points as market sees broad-based decline NEPSE plunges 105 points as market sees broad-based decline The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index plunged by 105.50 points, or 3.79 percent, on Sunday, closing at 2,676.68 points on the first trading day of the week. The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index plunged by 105.50 points, or 3.79 percent, on Sunday, closing at 2,676.68 points on the first trading day of the week. Business 05 Apr, 2026
AmCham Nepal seeks stronger economic diplomacy with Foreign Ministry AmCham Nepal seeks stronger economic diplomacy with Foreign Ministry The American Chamber of Commerce in Nepal (AmCham Nepal) has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Nepal’s economic transformation through enhanced Nepal–US commercial engagement during a meeting with the Minister for Foreign Affairs, Shishir Khanal. The American Chamber of Commerce in Nepal (AmCham Nepal) has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Nepal’s economic transformation through enhanced Nepal–US commercial engagement during a meeting with the Minister for Foreign Affairs, Shishir Khanal. Business 05 Apr, 2026
Janak Sharma Poudyal appointed Independent Director at Standard Chartered Bank Nepal Janak Sharma Poudyal appointed Independent Director at Standard Chartered Bank Nepal Standard Chartered Bank Nepal Limited has appointed Janak Sharma Poudyal as an Independent Director on its Board, effective April 2. Standard Chartered Bank Nepal Limited has appointed Janak Sharma Poudyal as an Independent Director on its Board, effective April 2. Business 05 Apr, 2026
Italian premium motorcycle brand Morbidelli launched in Nepal Italian premium motorcycle brand Morbidelli launched in Nepal Italian motorcycle brand Morbidelli has been officially launched in the Nepali market, introducing a range of premium motorcycles targeting high-end riders and enthusiasts. Italian motorcycle brand Morbidelli has been officially launched in the Nepali market, introducing a range of premium motorcycles targeting high-end riders and enthusiasts. Business 03 Apr, 2026
Fuel prices hiked by Rs 15 per litre from midnight Fuel prices hiked by Rs 15 per litre from midnight The Nepal Oil Corporation has increased the prices of petrol, diesel and kerosene by Rs 15 per litre, with the revised rates coming into effect from midnight Thursday. The Nepal Oil Corporation has increased the prices of petrol, diesel and kerosene by Rs 15 per litre, with the revised rates coming into effect from midnight Thursday. Business 03 Apr, 2026
Gold price stable, silver gains Rs 50 per tola Gold price stable, silver gains Rs 50 per tola Gold price remained unchanged in the domestic market on Friday, while silver recorded a modest gain, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association. Gold price remained unchanged in the domestic market on Friday, while silver recorded a modest gain, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association. Business 03 Apr, 2026
Foreign exchange reserves rise 27.5% to Rs 3.41 trillion by mid-March Foreign exchange reserves rise 27.5% to Rs 3.41 trillion by mid-March The country's gross foreign exchange reserves climbed 27.5 percent to Rs 3,413.77 billion by mid-March 2026 from Rs 2,677.68 billion at mid-July 2025, according to Nepal Rastra Bank, reflecting the strong inflow of remittances and an improved balance of payments position. The country's gross foreign exchange reserves climbed 27.5 percent to Rs 3,413.77 billion by mid-March 2026 from Rs 2,677.68 billion at mid-July 2025, according to Nepal Rastra Bank, reflecting the strong inflow of remittances and an improved balance of payments position. Business 02 Apr, 2026
Remittance inflows surge 37.7% to Rs 1.45 trillion in first eight months Remittance inflows surge 37.7% to Rs 1.45 trillion in first eight months Remittance inflows to Nepal rose sharply by 37.7 percent to Rs 1,449.65 billion in the first eight months of the current fiscal year 2025/26, according to the latest report by Nepal Rastra Bank. Remittance inflows to Nepal rose sharply by 37.7 percent to Rs 1,449.65 billion in the first eight months of the current fiscal year 2025/26, according to the latest report by Nepal Rastra Bank. Business 02 Apr, 2026
NEPSE posts marginal gain, turnover drops sharply NEPSE posts marginal gain, turnover drops sharply The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index edged up by 5.82 points, or 0.20 percent, on Thursday to close at 2,782.18 points, recovering slightly after a sharp decline in the previous session. The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index edged up by 5.82 points, or 0.20 percent, on Thursday to close at 2,782.18 points, recovering slightly after a sharp decline in the previous session. Business 02 Apr, 2026
Esewa Money Transfer partners with Merchantrade for remittance services from Malaysia Esewa Money Transfer partners with Merchantrade for remittance services from Malaysia Esewa Money Transfer has entered into a strategic partnership with Merchantrade Asia to facilitate seamless digital remittance services from Malaysia to Nepal. Esewa Money Transfer has entered into a strategic partnership with Merchantrade Asia to facilitate seamless digital remittance services from Malaysia to Nepal. Business 02 Apr, 2026
Ncell launches daily free data offer, weekly rewards via app Ncell launches daily free data offer, weekly rewards via app Ncell has introduced a new customer engagement scheme offering daily free data and weekly rewards through its mobile application. Ncell has introduced a new customer engagement scheme offering daily free data and weekly rewards through its mobile application. Business 02 Apr, 2026
Gold price drops Rs 3,600 per tola after recent surge Gold price drops Rs 3,600 per tola after recent surge Gold price in the domestic market declined by Rs 3,600 per tola on Thursday, a day after recording a sharp increase. Gold price in the domestic market declined by Rs 3,600 per tola on Thursday, a day after recording a sharp increase. Business 02 Apr, 2026
NEPSE drops 74 points as market turns bearish NEPSE drops 74 points as market turns bearish The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) declined sharply by 74.73 points, or 2.62 percent, on Wednesday to close at 2,776.36 points, reversing the previous day’s gains. The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) declined sharply by 74.73 points, or 2.62 percent, on Wednesday to close at 2,776.36 points, reversing the previous day’s gains. Business 01 Apr, 2026
NOC reports heavy losses amid global price surge, raises aviation fuel rates NOC reports heavy losses amid global price surge, raises aviation fuel rates Nepal Oil Corporation Limited (NOC) has reported mounting financial losses due to a sharp rise in international petroleum prices, while increasing aviation fuel rates. Nepal Oil Corporation Limited (NOC) has reported mounting financial losses due to a sharp rise in international petroleum prices, while increasing aviation fuel rates. Business 01 Apr, 2026
Gold price nears Rs 300,000 per tola again with fresh surge Gold price nears Rs 300,000 per tola again with fresh surge Gold price in the domestic market continued its upward trend on Wednesday, rising by Rs 7,400 per tola and inching closer to the Rs 300,000 mark again. Gold price in the domestic market continued its upward trend on Wednesday, rising by Rs 7,400 per tola and inching closer to the Rs 300,000 mark again. Business 01 Apr, 2026
Aloft Kathmandu Thamel marketing head wins Marriott ELITE Award Aloft Kathmandu Thamel marketing head wins Marriott ELITE Award Aloft Kathmandu Thamel has announced that its Marketing Manager, Suarpana Shahi, has been honoured with the “Select Property Marketing Leader of the Year” award at the Marriott ELITE Awards 2025. Aloft Kathmandu Thamel has announced that its Marketing Manager, Suarpana Shahi, has been honoured with the “Select Property Marketing Leader of the Year” award at the Marriott ELITE Awards 2025. Business 01 Apr, 2026
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.
Nepal Xiaomi launches Redmi A7 smartphone in Nepal Xiaomi has launched its entry-level smartphone Redmi A7 in the Nepali market.
Nepal Japan supports flood resilience project in Morang The Government of Japan has supported a project aimed at strengthening flood resilience in Morang district.
Nepal Nepal launches LoCAL initiative to strengthen climate financing at local level Nepal has launched a new initiative aimed at strengthening climate adaptation financing for local governments, targeting vulnerable communities facing increasing climate risks.
Nepal Minister Chaudhary stresses conservation of biodiversity Minister for Forest and Environment, Gita Chaudhary, has underscored the need of conserving biodiversity and plants, and utilizing forest products to generate employment.
Business NIBL Equity Partners invests Rs 150 million in hydropower project NIBL Equity Partners (NIBLEP), a Specialized Investment Fund (SIF) registered with the Securities Board of Nepal (SEBON) and managed by NIMB Ace Capital Ltd., has invested Rs 150 million in Gurkhas Himalayan Hydro Limited to support the development of the 5.875 MW Upper Junbesi Khola Hydropower Project in Solukhumbu.
Science and Tech Artemis II's moon-traveling astronauts return home to cheers after a record-breaking trip Still marveling over their moon mission, the Artemis II astronauts received a thunderous welcome home Saturday from hundreds who took part in NASA's lunar comeback that set a record for deep space travel.
Nepal Foreign Minister holds separate meetings with Ministers of Mauritius, Singapore Foreign Minister Shishir Khanal held separate meetings with Ministers of Mauritius and Singapore on the sideline of the 9th Indian Ocean Conference. Foreign Minister Khanal is currently in Port Louis, the capital city of Mauritius, in course of his participation in the Conference.
