Sugar prices are rising worldwide after bad weather tied to El Nino damaged crops in Asia Sugar prices are rising worldwide after bad weather tied to El Nino damaged crops in... Skyrocketing sugar prices left Ishaq Abdulraheem with few choices. Increasing the cost of bread would mean declining sales, so the Nigerian baker decided to cut his production by half. Skyrocketing sugar prices left Ishaq Abdulraheem with few choices. Increasing the cost of bread would mean declining sales, so the Nigerian baker decided to cut his production by half. Business 19 Nov, 2023
Banana worth Rs 40 million imported in Janakpurdham for Chhath festival Banana worth Rs 40 million imported in Janakpurdham for Chhath festival Bananas are a must-have fruit for performing various rituals associated with the Chhath festival. Bananas are a must-have fruit for performing various rituals associated with the Chhath festival. Business 17 Nov, 2023
Soaltee's Legacy Continues: Introducing Soaltee Westend Resort Nagarkot - A Retreat of Elegance and Luxury Soaltee's Legacy Continues: Introducing Soaltee Westend Resort Nagarkot - A... The Soaltee Hotels and Resorts introduces Soaltee Westend Resort Nagarkot, the latest jewel in its legacy. The Soaltee Hotels and Resorts introduces Soaltee Westend Resort Nagarkot, the latest jewel in its legacy. Business 13 Nov, 2023
Daraz 11.11, Biggest Sale of the Year Returns - Bigger, Better, and More Exciting Than Ever Daraz 11.11, Biggest Sale of the Year Returns - Bigger, Better, and More Exciting... Daraz, Nepal’s leading e-commerce platform, is thrilled to announce the return of its highly-anticipated biggest sale of the year, 11.11. The sale commences on 11th November and runs through 22nd November, with Daraz offering exciting deals leading up to the big sale. Daraz, Nepal’s leading e-commerce platform, is thrilled to announce the return of its highly-anticipated biggest sale of the year, 11.11. The sale commences on 11th November and runs through 22nd November, with Daraz offering exciting deals leading up to the big sale. Business 09 Nov, 2023
Gorkha Brewery P Ltd donates Rs 1 crore for Earthquake Victims Gorkha Brewery P Ltd donates Rs 1 crore for Earthquake Victims Gorkha Brewery P Ltd has donated Rs 1 crore to the Government of Nepal for the rehabilitation of the recent earthquake victims. Gorkha Brewery P Ltd has donated Rs 1 crore to the Government of Nepal for the rehabilitation of the recent earthquake victims. Business 09 Nov, 2023
'National strategy involving all tiers of government in planning and execution crucial' 'National strategy involving all tiers of government in planning and execution... Due to the overlapping inter-related challenges such as jobs recovery from the pandemic, inequality, climate change, and global economic issues, among others, development partners have suggested Nepal accelerate good investments and policy implementation, while creating inclusive opportunities and green jobs. Due to the overlapping inter-related challenges such as jobs recovery from the pandemic, inequality, climate change, and global economic issues, among others, development partners have suggested Nepal accelerate good investments and policy implementation, while creating inclusive opportunities and green jobs. Business 08 Nov, 2023
IME Group hands over cheque of Rs 15 million to PM disaster relief fund IME Group hands over cheque of Rs 15 million to PM disaster relief fund Chairman of IME Group and the Global IME Bank, Chandra Prasad Dhakal today handed a cheque for Rs 15 million to Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda'. Chairman of IME Group and the Global IME Bank, Chandra Prasad Dhakal today handed a cheque for Rs 15 million to Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda'. Business 07 Nov, 2023
NA committee endorses draft of E-Commerce Bill NA committee endorses draft of E-Commerce Bill The Legislative Management Committee under the National Assembly has endorsed the draft report of the Bill relating to E-commerce, 2080 BS. The Legislative Management Committee under the National Assembly has endorsed the draft report of the Bill relating to E-commerce, 2080 BS. Business 01 Nov, 2023
ADB agrees to provide Rs 13 billion concessional loan to Nepal ADB agrees to provide Rs 13 billion concessional loan to Nepal The government and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) today signed a concessional loan agreement for the implementation of Rural Connectivity Project-Additional Financing. The government and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) today signed a concessional loan agreement for the implementation of Rural Connectivity Project-Additional Financing. Business 31 Oct, 2023
Nagarik App allows drivers to display licences digitally Nagarik App allows drivers to display licences digitally Drivers can now digitally present their driver’s licence via the Nagarik App on their mobile phones during traffic checks. Drivers can now digitally present their driver’s licence via the Nagarik App on their mobile phones during traffic checks. Business 31 Oct, 2023
Over 25 per cent Nepali households in debt: NSO Over 25 per cent Nepali households in debt: NSO Of the total 6.6 million households in Nepal, 25.59 per cent have taken loans from at least one bank, financial institution, or cooperative, according to the additional information on National Census 2021 published by the National Statistics Office (NSO) on Monday. Of the total 6.6 million households in Nepal, 25.59 per cent have taken loans from at least one bank, financial institution, or cooperative, according to the additional information on National Census 2021 published by the National Statistics Office (NSO) on Monday. Business 31 Oct, 2023
Trade deficit widens to Rs 366.88bn Trade deficit widens to Rs 366.88bn The country’s trade deficit stood at Rs 366.88 billion in the first three months of fiscal year 2023- 24, that is, between mid-July and mid-October. The country’s trade deficit stood at Rs 366.88 billion in the first three months of fiscal year 2023- 24, that is, between mid-July and mid-October. Business 30 Oct, 2023
National flag to be hoisted at Kalapathar on NMA's 50th anniversary National flag to be hoisted at Kalapathar on NMA's 50th anniversary This year, Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA) is set to hoist the national flag at Kalapathar on the occasion of its 50th year of establishment on November 1. This year, Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA) is set to hoist the national flag at Kalapathar on the occasion of its 50th year of establishment on November 1. Business 30 Oct, 2023
G-7 nations back strong supply chains for energy and food despite global tensions G-7 nations back strong supply chains for energy and food despite global tensions The G-7 includes the US, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan and Britain. The G-7 includes the US, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan and Britain. Business 29 Oct, 2023
Gold glitters amid economic slowdown Gold glitters amid economic slowdown Despite concerns about a slow economy and a record-high price of gold at Rs 117,000 per tola, demand for the precious yellow metal has been increasing in the country. Despite concerns about a slow economy and a record-high price of gold at Rs 117,000 per tola, demand for the precious yellow metal has been increasing in the country. Business 29 Oct, 2023
Construction of Hetauda-Dhalkebar-Inaruwa 400 kV transmission line project hits obstacles Construction of Hetauda-Dhalkebar-Inaruwa 400 kV transmission line project hits... The ongoing construction of the Hetauda-Dhalkebar-Inaruwa 400 kV double circuit transmission line project has witnessed deceleration, primarily involving the erection of 792 towers in hilly, Chure, and Tarai areas. The ongoing construction of the Hetauda-Dhalkebar-Inaruwa 400 kV double circuit transmission line project has witnessed deceleration, primarily involving the erection of 792 towers in hilly, Chure, and Tarai areas. Business 28 Oct, 2023
Vaidya Energy gears up to roll out Ather 450X in Nepal next month Vaidya Energy gears up to roll out Ather 450X in Nepal next month Vaidya Energy, a subsidiary of Vaidya’s Organisation of Industries and Trading Houses (VOITH), has collaborated with Ather Energy, India’s premier smart electric vehicle manufacturer, to introduce their flagship 450X two-wheeler model in the country in November. Vaidya Energy, a subsidiary of Vaidya’s Organisation of Industries and Trading Houses (VOITH), has collaborated with Ather Energy, India’s premier smart electric vehicle manufacturer, to introduce their flagship 450X two-wheeler model in the country in November. Business 27 Oct, 2023
Gold price increases by over Rs 2,000 per tola over week Gold price increases by over Rs 2,000 per tola over week This surge in the price of the precious metal can be attributed to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the strengthening of the US dollar's exchange rate. This surge in the price of the precious metal can be attributed to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the strengthening of the US dollar's exchange rate. Business 20 Oct, 2023
Ncell festive offer Ncell festive offer Ncell Axiata Ltd has announced launch of its festive offer to its customers. Ncell Axiata Ltd has announced launch of its festive offer to its customers. Business 20 Oct, 2023
Yak Brewing Company launches new Barahsinghe Belgian Style Witbier Yak Brewing Company launches new Barahsinghe Belgian Style Witbier Yak Brewing Co. has launched its new craft beer, ‘Barahsinghe Belgian Style Witbier’, just in time for the festivities of Dashain and Tihar. Yak Brewing Co. has launched its new craft beer, ‘Barahsinghe Belgian Style Witbier’, just in time for the festivities of Dashain and Tihar. Business 20 Oct, 2023
World Haiti wonders what's next as gang violence surges and the push for a UN peacekeeping mission flops When Kenyan police arrived in Haiti as part of a UN-backed mission earlier this year to tackle gang violence, hopes were high.
World US Air Force says drones spotted near 3 bases in England last week The Air Force didn’t identify who was behind the incursions, but said base officials determined there was no impact on residents or critical infrastructure.
Health Health Ministry increases organ donation incentives twofold Govt has announced an increase in the monetary incentive for families of posthumous organ donors, raising the amount to NPR 200,000 per family.
Sports Yashasvi Jaiswal's heroics lead India to verge of victory over Australia in 1st test Australia slumped to 12-3 at stumps on the third day in the face of taking on the highest-ever run chase for victory in test cricket.
Nepal Lamichhane's custody extends by 15 days The Kaski District Court has given permission to the Kaski police to keep President of Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) Rabi Lamichhane, in its custody for another 15 days.
Kathmandu Discussions held regarding resolving Kathmandu Valley waste management The Ministry of Urban Development has held discussions with the stakeholders regarding resolving problems seen in the management of solid waste in Kathmandu Valley.
World Pakistan partially stops mobile and internet services ahead of pro-Imran Khan protest Pakistan Sunday suspended mobile and internet services “in areas with security concerns” as supporters of imprisoned former premier Imran Khan geared up for a protest in the capital.
Nepal Miklajung Rural Municipality and Minamitane city of Japan establish sister city ties Miklajung Rural Municipality of Morang and the Minamitane City of Kagoshima Prefecture, Japan have established sister city relations.
Nepal Speaker Ghimire meets with Cambodian counterpart Speaker at the House of Representatives (HoR) Devraj Ghimire, who is on a five-day visit to Cambodia, had a courtesy meeting with the President of the Cambodian lower house, the National Assembly, on Saturday evening, according to Speaker Ghimire's secretariat.
