'AI is evolving fast, but the core truth hasn't changed' 'AI is evolving fast, but the core truth hasn't changed' Jupiter Huidrom leads Integrated Media Strategy at Weber Shandwick Singapore, helping global B2B and B2C brands connect with communities through culture-driven, AI-enabled strategy. Jupiter Huidrom leads Integrated Media Strategy at Weber Shandwick Singapore, helping global B2B and B2C brands connect with communities through culture-driven, AI-enabled strategy. Business 02 Dec, 2025
Food imports via Birgunj reach Rs 5.89 billion in four months Food imports via Birgunj reach Rs 5.89 billion in four months Foodstuffs worth Rs 5.89 billion were imported through the Birgunj checkpoint in the first four months of the current fiscal year, an increase of Rs 1.24 billion compared to the same period last year. Foodstuffs worth Rs 5.89 billion were imported through the Birgunj checkpoint in the first four months of the current fiscal year, an increase of Rs 1.24 billion compared to the same period last year. Business 02 Dec, 2025
Gold price drops Rs 300 per tola; Silver continues upward trend Gold price drops Rs 300 per tola; Silver continues upward trend The gold price fell by Rs 300 per tola in the domestic market on Tuesday, reversing the upward trend seen throughout last week. The gold price fell by Rs 300 per tola in the domestic market on Tuesday, reversing the upward trend seen throughout last week. Business 02 Dec, 2025
Monetary policy cautiously flexible: NRB Monetary policy cautiously flexible: NRB The central bank has continued a cautious flexibility of the monetary policy through its first quarterly review of the current fiscal year. The central bank has continued a cautious flexibility of the monetary policy through its first quarterly review of the current fiscal year. Business 01 Dec, 2025
"Invest in People: When People Feel They Have a Future, Not Just a Role, Belonging Begins." "Invest in People: When People Feel They Have a Future, Not Just a Role, Belonging... Featured by Harvard as a “Dreamer,” Kandeban Balendran (Kandee) is a Harvard University Outstanding Leadership Award–winning educator and serial entrepreneur, widely regarded as a leading brand builder and celebrated media veteran. Featured by Harvard as a “Dreamer,” Kandeban Balendran (Kandee) is a Harvard University Outstanding Leadership Award–winning educator and serial entrepreneur, widely regarded as a leading brand builder and celebrated media veteran. Business 01 Dec, 2025
NMB Bank launches new card payment gateway NMB Bank launches new card payment gateway NMB Bank has introduced a new card-based online payment gateway in collaboration with Nepal Clearing House Ltd. (NCHL), aiming to strengthen secure and convenient digital payments nationwide. NMB Bank has introduced a new card-based online payment gateway in collaboration with Nepal Clearing House Ltd. (NCHL), aiming to strengthen secure and convenient digital payments nationwide. Business 01 Dec, 2025
Gold price rises by Rs 1,380 per tola Gold price rises by Rs 1,380 per tola Gold price continued its upward trend on Monday, increasing by Rs 1,380 per tola in the domestic market. Gold price continued its upward trend on Monday, increasing by Rs 1,380 per tola in the domestic market. Business 01 Dec, 2025
NEPSE slides nearly 27 points on first trading day of the week NEPSE slides nearly 27 points on first trading day of the week The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) fell by 26.51 points on Sunday, the first trading day of the week, closing at 2,649.52 points, a decline of 0.99 percent. The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) fell by 26.51 points on Sunday, the first trading day of the week, closing at 2,649.52 points, a decline of 0.99 percent. Business 30 Nov, 2025
Dusit Princess Kathmandu opens festive season with Cake Mixing Event Dusit Princess Kathmandu opens festive season with Cake Mixing Event Dusit Princess Kathmandu launched its festive season on Friday with its annual Cake Mixing Ceremony at the Kibu Sky Lounge in Lazimpat. Dusit Princess Kathmandu launched its festive season on Friday with its annual Cake Mixing Ceremony at the Kibu Sky Lounge in Lazimpat. Business 30 Nov, 2025
Holiday Inn Express Kathmandu Naxal celebrates two years of smart, modern hospitality Holiday Inn Express Kathmandu Naxal celebrates two years of smart, modern hospitality Holiday Inn Express Kathmandu Naxal has marked its second anniversary, celebrating two years of modern, efficient and value-driven hospitality in the capital’s commercial core. Holiday Inn Express Kathmandu Naxal has marked its second anniversary, celebrating two years of modern, efficient and value-driven hospitality in the capital’s commercial core. Business 30 Nov, 2025
'AI can imitate but it cannot imagine' 'AI can imitate but it cannot imagine' Ronita Mukerjee is a client leader at Landor who specialises in building brands shaped by bold ideas, human truth and meaningful transformation Ronita Mukerjee is a client leader at Landor who specialises in building brands shaped by bold ideas, human truth and meaningful transformation Business 30 Nov, 2025
Gold price surges Rs 1,600 per tola, nears all-time high Gold price surges Rs 1,600 per tola, nears all-time high Gold price increased by Rs 1,600 per tola in Nepal's domestic market on Sunday, edging closer to the all-time high recorded earlier this year. Gold price increased by Rs 1,600 per tola in Nepal's domestic market on Sunday, edging closer to the all-time high recorded earlier this year. Business 30 Nov, 2025
'Purpose isn't created, it's uncovered' 'Purpose isn't created, it's uncovered' Linzi Boyd is a globally recognised entrepreneur, brand-builder, and founder of One Earth Global, working at the intersection of business, purpose, and community. Linzi Boyd is a globally recognised entrepreneur, brand-builder, and founder of One Earth Global, working at the intersection of business, purpose, and community. Business 30 Nov, 2025
Siddhartha Bank wins three Visa Excellence Awards Siddhartha Bank wins three Visa Excellence Awards Siddhartha Bank has been recognized with three major awards by Visa International at the “Visa Leadership Conclave” for its outstanding performance in digital payment services and customer-centric banking. Siddhartha Bank has been recognized with three major awards by Visa International at the “Visa Leadership Conclave” for its outstanding performance in digital payment services and customer-centric banking. Business 28 Nov, 2025
Tea exports plummet 37pc via eastern checkpoint Tea exports plummet 37pc via eastern checkpoint Tea exports through the eastern checkpoint at Kakadbhitta have declined sharply, with shipments worth Rs 1.373 billion exported in the first four months of the current fiscal year, representing a 37 per cent drop compared to the same period last year. Tea exports through the eastern checkpoint at Kakadbhitta have declined sharply, with shipments worth Rs 1.373 billion exported in the first four months of the current fiscal year, representing a 37 per cent drop compared to the same period last year. Business 28 Nov, 2025
Nepal to export additional 20 MW electricity to Bangladesh Nepal to export additional 20 MW electricity to Bangladesh Bangladesh has agreed to purchase an additional 20 megawatts of electricity from Nepal, building on existing power trade arrangements as the two nations strengthen energy sector cooperation. Bangladesh has agreed to purchase an additional 20 megawatts of electricity from Nepal, building on existing power trade arrangements as the two nations strengthen energy sector cooperation. Business 28 Nov, 2025
Hyatt Place Butwal opens as Nepal's newest international-brand hotel Hyatt Place Butwal opens as Nepal's newest international-brand hotel Hyatt Place Butwal has officially opened its doors in Rupandehi, marking the expansion of the Hyatt brand in Nepal with its third property in the country after Kathmandu and Pokhara. Hyatt Place Butwal has officially opened its doors in Rupandehi, marking the expansion of the Hyatt brand in Nepal with its third property in the country after Kathmandu and Pokhara. Business 28 Nov, 2025
'One cannot foster a culture of belonging if one fosters exclusivity' 'One cannot foster a culture of belonging if one fosters exclusivity' Sheila Berman is a cross-industry leader in marketing, data, and digital transformation, based in Singapore. She has co-led initiatives across retail, tech startups, and regional and global NGOs, including She Loves Data, where she oversaw global marketing activities. Sheila Berman is a cross-industry leader in marketing, data, and digital transformation, based in Singapore. She has co-led initiatives across retail, tech startups, and regional and global NGOs, including She Loves Data, where she oversaw global marketing activities. Business 28 Nov, 2025
Gold surges past Rs 250,000 mark again Gold surges past Rs 250,000 mark again Gold price once again crossed the Rs 250,000-per-tola threshold in the domestic market on Friday, rising by Rs 2,200 per tola Gold price once again crossed the Rs 250,000-per-tola threshold in the domestic market on Friday, rising by Rs 2,200 per tola Business 28 Nov, 2025
'Brands should be rooted in culture but present it with a global lens' 'Brands should be rooted in culture but present it with a global lens' Preetesh Sewraj is the CEO of The Loeries, Africa and the Middle East’s premier creative awards platform celebrating excellence in brand communications. Preetesh Sewraj is the CEO of The Loeries, Africa and the Middle East’s premier creative awards platform celebrating excellence in brand communications. Business 28 Nov, 2025
Lifestyle Growing together: How mentorship shapes leaders across Toastmasters worldwide What if the difference between struggling alone and growing with confidence is simply having the right mentor beside you?
Opinion Moral dilemmas: In the age of hope and fear We are today, perhaps, much more than any time before, struggling with moral questions.
World Cup 2026 FIFA World Cup 2026 kicks off today with Mexico–South Africa opener The FIFA World Cup 2026, the largest edition in the tournament's history, gets underway today with hosts Mexico taking on South Africa in the opening match at Mexico City Stadium.
Sports Kathmandu requires permit for public screening of FIFA World Cup matches The District Administration Office (DAO), Kathmandu, has made it mandatory for organisations and companies to obtain prior approval before publicly screening matches of the FIFA World Cup 2026 within the district.
Kathmandu Home Minister Sudan Gurung inspects holding centre for squatters in Balaju Home Minister Sudan Gurung on Thursday inspected a holding centre in Balaju where displaced squatter families are currently residing.
Nepal Govt to ensure adequate fertiliser supply for farmers: Minister Chaudhary Minister for Agriculture, Forest and Environment Gita Chaudhary has said the government is working to ensure adequate chemical fertiliser supply ahead of the paddy planting season.
Business Govt committed to good governance, jobs and growth: Finance Minister Finance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagle on Thursday defended the government's budget and governance agenda, stating that the administration remains committed to transparency, employment generation and economic reform.
Kathmandu Two Bangladeshis arrested with Rs 3.1 million at TIA Police have arrested two Bangladeshi nationals at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) after recovering more than Rs 3.1 million concealed in false compartments of their suitcases.
Business House unanimously endorses consideration of NRB Amendment Bill The House of Representatives on Thursday unanimously approved a proposal to consider the Nepal Rastra Bank (Third Amendment) Bill, 2083.
