Bajaj launches 'Next Gen Maha-Exchange Carnival' in Kathmandu Bajaj launches 'Next Gen Maha-Exchange Carnival' in Kathmandu Hansraj Hulaschand & Company Pvt. Ltd., the authorised distributor of Bajaj motorcycles in Nepal, has launched the Bajaj Next Gen Maha-Exchange Carnival at Bhrikutimandap, Kathmandu. Hansraj Hulaschand & Company Pvt. Ltd., the authorised distributor of Bajaj motorcycles in Nepal, has launched the Bajaj Next Gen Maha-Exchange Carnival at Bhrikutimandap, Kathmandu. Business 27 Jan, 2026
Devil's launches campaign to celebrate Nepal's historic T20 World Cup debut Devil's launches campaign to celebrate Nepal's historic T20 World Cup debut Devil’s, an Asian food brand, has launched a promotional campaign titled “Devil’s Khau, Mumbai Jau” to mark Nepal’s historic debut at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. Devil’s, an Asian food brand, has launched a promotional campaign titled “Devil’s Khau, Mumbai Jau” to mark Nepal’s historic debut at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. Business 27 Jan, 2026
BNCC elects new executive committee at AGM in London BNCC elects new executive committee at AGM in London The Britain Nepal Chamber of Commerce (BNCC) has elected a new executive committee at its Annual General Meeting (AGM) held at the Embassy of Nepal in London. The Britain Nepal Chamber of Commerce (BNCC) has elected a new executive committee at its Annual General Meeting (AGM) held at the Embassy of Nepal in London. Business 27 Jan, 2026
NEPSE slips 3 points, turnover rises to Rs 16.35 billion NEPSE slips 3 points, turnover rises to Rs 16.35 billion The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index declined marginally on Monday, shedding 3.07 points or 0.11 percent to close at 2,769.09 points, a day after gaining around 58 points. The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index declined marginally on Monday, shedding 3.07 points or 0.11 percent to close at 2,769.09 points, a day after gaining around 58 points. Business 26 Jan, 2026
Private sector seeks revision of Rs 500,000 cash transaction cap Private sector seeks revision of Rs 500,000 cash transaction cap The private sector has expressed concern over the government’s decision to cap cash transactions at Rs 500,000, saying the provision has created operational difficulties for businesses. The private sector has expressed concern over the government’s decision to cap cash transactions at Rs 500,000, saying the provision has created operational difficulties for businesses. Business 26 Jan, 2026
Gold hits record high at Rs 309,000 per tola Gold hits record high at Rs 309,000 per tola Gold price surged to another historic high in the domestic market on Monday, climbing Rs 5,200 per tola in a single day. Gold price surged to another historic high in the domestic market on Monday, climbing Rs 5,200 per tola in a single day. Business 26 Jan, 2026
NEPSE jumps over 57 points as all sectors close higher NEPSE jumps over 57 points as all sectors close higher The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE), the country's sole secondary market, jumped 57.55 points or 2.12% on Sunday to close at 2,772.17 points on the first trading day of the week. The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE), the country's sole secondary market, jumped 57.55 points or 2.12% on Sunday to close at 2,772.17 points on the first trading day of the week. Business 25 Jan, 2026
HONOR launches X9d smartphone in Nepal with 108MP camera, 8,300mAh battery HONOR launches X9d smartphone in Nepal with 108MP camera, 8,300mAh battery HONOR has launched the HONOR X9d smartphone in the Nepali market, positioning it as a durability-focused device with high-end performance features in the mid-premium segment. HONOR has launched the HONOR X9d smartphone in the Nepali market, positioning it as a durability-focused device with high-end performance features in the mid-premium segment. Business 25 Jan, 2026
£4.2m Westminster donation to open STEM scholarships for Nepali students £4.2m Westminster donation to open STEM scholarships for Nepali students Nepali students will gain access to new undergraduate and postgraduate scholarships in Health and Life Sciences following a landmark £4.2 million donation to London’s University of Westminster by Serum Institute of India CEO and alumnus Adar C. Poonawalla, according to the University. Nepali students will gain access to new undergraduate and postgraduate scholarships in Health and Life Sciences following a landmark £4.2 million donation to London’s University of Westminster by Serum Institute of India CEO and alumnus Adar C. Poonawalla, according to the University. Business 25 Jan, 2026
Gold price hits fresh record, rises by Rs 2,400 per tola Gold price hits fresh record, rises by Rs 2,400 per tola Gold price in the Nepali market surged by Rs 2,400 per tola on Sunday, reaching a new historic high of Rs 303,800 per tola, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association. Gold price in the Nepali market surged by Rs 2,400 per tola on Sunday, reaching a new historic high of Rs 303,800 per tola, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association. Business 25 Jan, 2026
55 SuryaJyoti agents qualify for MDRT 2026; two earn Court of the Table status 55 SuryaJyoti agents qualify for MDRT 2026; two earn Court of the Table status As many as 55 agents from SuryaJyoti Life Insurance have qualified for membership of the Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT) 2026 after meeting the prescribed annual business targets based on their 2025 performance. As many as 55 agents from SuryaJyoti Life Insurance have qualified for membership of the Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT) 2026 after meeting the prescribed annual business targets based on their 2025 performance. Business 23 Jan, 2026
inDrive conducts road safety training for driver partners inDrive conducts road safety training for driver partners Global ride-hailing platform inDrive has organised a road safety training session titled “Safe Journey Begins With Your Choice” for its driver partners in Kathmandu. Global ride-hailing platform inDrive has organised a road safety training session titled “Safe Journey Begins With Your Choice” for its driver partners in Kathmandu. Business 23 Jan, 2026
Hyundai PALISADE named 2026 North American Utility Vehicle of the Year Hyundai PALISADE named 2026 North American Utility Vehicle of the Year Hyundai Motor Company’s all-new PALISADE has been named the 2026 North American Utility Vehicle of the Year by the North American Car, Utility and Truck of the Year (NACTOY) jury. Hyundai Motor Company’s all-new PALISADE has been named the 2026 North American Utility Vehicle of the Year by the North American Car, Utility and Truck of the Year (NACTOY) jury. Business 23 Jan, 2026
Mahindra XEV 9e wins ICOTY 2026 Green Car Award Mahindra XEV 9e wins ICOTY 2026 Green Car Award The all-electric Mahindra XEV 9e has won the Green Car Award 2026 at the Indian Car of the Year (ICOTY) awards, Mahindra & Mahindra and its authorised distributor in Nepal, Agni Incorporated, announced on Thursday. The all-electric Mahindra XEV 9e has won the Green Car Award 2026 at the Indian Car of the Year (ICOTY) awards, Mahindra & Mahindra and its authorised distributor in Nepal, Agni Incorporated, announced on Thursday. Business 23 Jan, 2026
Gold price jumps Rs 9,200 per tola, sets new record above Rs 301,000 Gold price jumps Rs 9,200 per tola, sets new record above Rs 301,000 Gold price surged sharply in the domestic market on Friday, setting a new historic record and crossing the Rs 301,000-per-tola mark for the first time in Nepal. Gold price surged sharply in the domestic market on Friday, setting a new historic record and crossing the Rs 301,000-per-tola mark for the first time in Nepal. Business 23 Jan, 2026
Litmus launches skill improvement programme for electricians in Kathmandu Litmus launches skill improvement programme for electricians in Kathmandu Litmus Industries Limited has launched a Skill Improvement Programme (SIP) aimed at upgrading the technical skills and safety awareness of electricians, with the initial rollout taking place in Kathmandu. Litmus Industries Limited has launched a Skill Improvement Programme (SIP) aimed at upgrading the technical skills and safety awareness of electricians, with the initial rollout taking place in Kathmandu. Business 22 Jan, 2026
Ather 450 completes 6,000km cross-border ride from India to Nepal Ather 450 completes 6,000km cross-border ride from India to Nepal The Ather 450 electric scooter has completed a cross-country journey of more than 6,000 kilometres between India and Nepal, underscoring its long-distance capability and operational reliability, according to the company. The Ather 450 electric scooter has completed a cross-country journey of more than 6,000 kilometres between India and Nepal, underscoring its long-distance capability and operational reliability, according to the company. Business 22 Jan, 2026
Gold price falls Rs 2,900 per tola after hitting record high Gold price falls Rs 2,900 per tola after hitting record high Gold price in the domestic market declined by Rs 2,900 per tola on Thursday, a day after reaching a historic high. Gold price in the domestic market declined by Rs 2,900 per tola on Thursday, a day after reaching a historic high. Business 22 Jan, 2026
Trade deficit reaches Rs 797.48 billion in first half of FY 2082/83 Trade deficit reaches Rs 797.48 billion in first half of FY 2082/83 Nepal recorded a trade deficit of Rs 797.48 billion during the first half of the current fiscal year 2082/83, according to data released by the Department of Customs. Nepal recorded a trade deficit of Rs 797.48 billion during the first half of the current fiscal year 2082/83, according to data released by the Department of Customs. Business 21 Jan, 2026
Mahindra launches Electric Origin SUVs BE 6 and XEV 9e in Chitwan Mahindra launches Electric Origin SUVs BE 6 and XEV 9e in Chitwan Agni Aastha Private Limited, a subsidiary of the Agni Group and the authorised distributor of Mahindra vehicles in Nepal, has officially launched Mahindra’s Electric Origin SUVs — BE 6 and XEV 9e — in Chitwan, marking a major step toward expanding electric mobility in regional markets. Agni Aastha Private Limited, a subsidiary of the Agni Group and the authorised distributor of Mahindra vehicles in Nepal, has officially launched Mahindra’s Electric Origin SUVs — BE 6 and XEV 9e — in Chitwan, marking a major step toward expanding electric mobility in regional markets. Business 21 Jan, 2026
Nepal Over Rs 330m road budget in Bajura returned unspent amid delays More than Rs 330 million allocated for two of Sudurpashchim Province’s flagship road projects in Bajura was returned unspent in the last fiscal year after contractors failed to carry out the assigned works, delaying long-awaited upgrades in the remote mountain district.
Kathmandu Nepal, UN endorse roadmap for new five-year cooperation framework Key Takeaways: Nepal and UN endorsed roadmap for UNSDCF 2028–2032, to be signed in July 2027 Framework will align with...
Nepal India funds Rs 19m school building in Kanchanpur under HICDP scheme The Government of India has launched the construction of a new school building for Shree Maheshwar Secondary School in Kanchanpur district with a financial grant of approximately Rs 19 million, under its High Impact Community Development Project (HICDP) programme in Nepal.
Kathmandu TU MBS exam paper leak sparks arrests, parallel investigations Several individuals have been arrested for allegedly leaking the question paper of Tribhuvan University's Master of Business Studies (MBS) examination, as authorities launched parallel criminal and administrative investigations into the incident.
Nepal Nepali climber Chatur Tamang makes history with 200th Mount Elbrus summit Nepali mountaineer Chatur Tamang has etched his name into global mountaineering history by scaling Mount Elbrus (5,642 metres) for the 200th time, an extraordinary feat that underscores Nepal's enduring presence in the international climbing arena.
Health Health economics for policy fellowship to strengthen evidence-informed decisions A health economics for policy fellowship aimed at strengthening health authorities’ capacity to translate evidence into policy-relevant communication began in Dhulikhel today.
Business Chitwan tourism sees monsoon boost as two-day weekend drives travel Chitwan’s tourism industry is witnessing an unexpected boost during the monsoon season, with hotel occupancy climbing to around 50 percent as the government’s two-day weekend policy fuels a rise in domestic travel.
World Wildfires in France drive 250,000 people from their homes, creep toward wine city A raging wildfire in southwest France forced the evacuation of 55,000 people overnight Sunday, taking the total forced out of their homes to 220,000 in one region alone as the flames have crept ever closer to the wine region city of Bordeaux.
Nepal 140 kg marijuana seized from orchard in Parsa Police have recovered 140 kilograms of marijuana hidden inside an orchard in Parsa district during a targeted search operation based on a tip-off, officials said.