Banking bodies urge no custody for Mega Bank CEO during probe Banking bodies urge no custody for Mega Bank CEO during probe Four banking and financial sector associations have urged authorities not to keep the chief executive officer of Nepal Investment Mega Bank, Jyoti Prakash Pandey, in custody while an investigation against him is underway. Four banking and financial sector associations have urged authorities not to keep the chief executive officer of Nepal Investment Mega Bank, Jyoti Prakash Pandey, in custody while an investigation against him is underway. Business 15 May, 2026
Hotel initiative provides food and medical aid to street dogs in Kathmandu Hotel initiative provides food and medical aid to street dogs in Kathmandu Aloft Kathmandu Thamel has provided nutritional and medical support to more than 500 rescued and street dogs through a corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiative. Aloft Kathmandu Thamel has provided nutritional and medical support to more than 500 rescued and street dogs through a corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiative. Business 14 May, 2026
India's restrictions on sugar could add stress during festive season in Nepal India's restrictions on sugar could add stress during festive season in Nepal India’s recent restriction on sugar exports is unlikely to trigger an immediate shortage in Nepal, but it could add pressure during the festive season when demand peaks, according to Sanket Bhattarai, Assistant Chief Executive Officer of the Salt Trading Corporation Limited. India’s recent restriction on sugar exports is unlikely to trigger an immediate shortage in Nepal, but it could add pressure during the festive season when demand peaks, according to Sanket Bhattarai, Assistant Chief Executive Officer of the Salt Trading Corporation Limited. Business 14 May, 2026
inDrive retains No. 2 global ride-hailing app rank for fourth year inDrive retains No. 2 global ride-hailing app rank for fourth year inDrive has retained its position as the world’s second most downloaded ride-hailing app for the fourth consecutive year in 2025, according to a report by Sensor Tower. inDrive has retained its position as the world’s second most downloaded ride-hailing app for the fourth consecutive year in 2025, according to a report by Sensor Tower. Business 14 May, 2026
NEPSE falls 10 points; Daily turnover at Rs 3.29 billion NEPSE falls 10 points; Daily turnover at Rs 3.29 billion The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index declined by 10.07 points, or 0.36 percent, on Thursday to close at 2,730.17. The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index declined by 10.07 points, or 0.36 percent, on Thursday to close at 2,730.17. Business 14 May, 2026
Dirghayu Kumar Shrestha named acting NEA chief Dirghayu Kumar Shrestha named acting NEA chief Dirghayu Kumar Shrestha has been appointed acting executive director of the Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA). Dirghayu Kumar Shrestha has been appointed acting executive director of the Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA). Business 14 May, 2026
Gold down Rs 700 per tola, silver up Rs 15 Gold down Rs 700 per tola, silver up Rs 15 The price of gold declined by Rs 700 per tola in the domestic market on Thursday, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers' Association. The price of gold declined by Rs 700 per tola in the domestic market on Thursday, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers' Association. Business 14 May, 2026
Govt probes motorcycle CKD Scheme over Rs 15 billion tax loss Govt probes motorcycle CKD Scheme over Rs 15 billion tax loss The government has launched an investigation into motorcycle assembly operations run by several business houses under the Completely Knocked Down (CKD) scheme. The government has launched an investigation into motorcycle assembly operations run by several business houses under the Completely Knocked Down (CKD) scheme. Business 14 May, 2026
Tax evasion charge against Vishnu Agarwal and MAW group Tax evasion charge against Vishnu Agarwal and MAW group A complaint has been lodged at the Prime Minister's Office against businessperson Vishnu Kumar Agrawal who is the Managing Director of Kathmandu based MAW Group, accusing him of engaging in tax evasion worth crores of rupees through fake VAT bills, a charge MAW denies. A complaint has been lodged at the Prime Minister's Office against businessperson Vishnu Kumar Agrawal who is the Managing Director of Kathmandu based MAW Group, accusing him of engaging in tax evasion worth crores of rupees through fake VAT bills, a charge MAW denies. Business 14 May, 2026
QR payments, mobile banking surge as Nepal logs Rs 852bn in digital transactions in one month QR payments, mobile banking surge as Nepal logs Rs 852bn in digital transactions in... Digital payment transactions surged across all channels in the month from mid-March to mid-April 2026, according to the current macroeconomic and financial situation report covering nine months of 2025/26 released by Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB). Digital payment transactions surged across all channels in the month from mid-March to mid-April 2026, according to the current macroeconomic and financial situation report covering nine months of 2025/26 released by Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB). Business 12 May, 2026
More companies, higher index, bigger market: Nepal's stock exchange expands in 2025/26 More companies, higher index, bigger market: Nepal's stock exchange expands in... Nepal's stock market has grown stronger over the past year, with the benchmark index climbing to 2,833.6 points in mid-April 2026 from 2,662.1 a year ago, meaning the value of shares traded on the Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) has risen for investors across the country, according to Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB). Nepal's stock market has grown stronger over the past year, with the benchmark index climbing to 2,833.6 points in mid-April 2026 from 2,662.1 a year ago, meaning the value of shares traded on the Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) has risen for investors across the country, according to Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB). Business 12 May, 2026
NEPSE falls 1.41% to 2,744 points NEPSE falls 1.41% to 2,744 points The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index declined by 39.44 points, or 1.41 percent, on Tuesday to close at 2,744.40 points, reversing gains from the previous session. The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index declined by 39.44 points, or 1.41 percent, on Tuesday to close at 2,744.40 points, reversing gains from the previous session. Business 12 May, 2026
Ramada Itahari unveils May Dining and Hospitality offers Ramada Itahari unveils May Dining and Hospitality offers Ramada by Wyndham Itahari has introduced a series of promotional offers for May, targeting both in-house guests and local visitors with dining and leisure experiences. Ramada by Wyndham Itahari has introduced a series of promotional offers for May, targeting both in-house guests and local visitors with dining and leisure experiences. Business 12 May, 2026
Bajaj announces Grand Exchange Carnival with discounts up to Rs 100,000 Bajaj announces Grand Exchange Carnival with discounts up to Rs 100,000 Hansraj Hulaschand & Co. Pvt. Ltd., the authorised distributor of Bajaj motorcycles in Nepal, has launched a week-long “Grand Exchange Carnival” offering customers an opportunity to upgrade their vehicles with discounts and incentives. Hansraj Hulaschand & Co. Pvt. Ltd., the authorised distributor of Bajaj motorcycles in Nepal, has launched a week-long “Grand Exchange Carnival” offering customers an opportunity to upgrade their vehicles with discounts and incentives. Business 12 May, 2026
Coca-Cola launches 'Locally Yours' campaign celebrating community businesses Coca-Cola launches 'Locally Yours' campaign celebrating community businesses Coca-Cola has launched a new campaign titled ‘Locally Yours’, highlighting the role of small businesses and local retailers in Nepal’s communities. Coca-Cola has launched a new campaign titled ‘Locally Yours’, highlighting the role of small businesses and local retailers in Nepal’s communities. Business 12 May, 2026
Ather expands EV network with Janakpur Experience Centre Ather expands EV network with Janakpur Experience Centre Ather Nepal has expanded its electric mobility network with the launch of a new Experience Centre in Janakpur, marking its growing presence beyond major urban hubs. Ather Nepal has expanded its electric mobility network with the launch of a new Experience Centre in Janakpur, marking its growing presence beyond major urban hubs. Business 12 May, 2026
Bullion market surges as gold, silver prices climb Bullion market surges as gold, silver prices climb The price of gold surged by Rs 4,400 per tola in the domestic bullion market on Tuesday. The price of gold surged by Rs 4,400 per tola in the domestic bullion market on Tuesday. Business 12 May, 2026
Govt unveils policy and programme for FY 2083/84, prioritises reforms, growth and digital transformation Govt unveils policy and programme for FY 2083/84, prioritises reforms, growth and... The government has unveiled its policy and programme for the upcoming fiscal year 2083/84, outlining an ambitious reform agenda focused on economic transformation, digital governance, infrastructure expansion and social sector improvements. The government has unveiled its policy and programme for the upcoming fiscal year 2083/84, outlining an ambitious reform agenda focused on economic transformation, digital governance, infrastructure expansion and social sector improvements. Business 12 May, 2026
Cost of living rises across Nepal as inflation hits 4.47% in mid-April, urban areas hit harder Cost of living rises across Nepal as inflation hits 4.47% in mid-April, urban areas... Everyday goods and services cost 4.47 percent more in mid-April 2026 compared to a year ago, with cooking oil, fruits, and vegetables among the biggest contributors to rising household expenses, according to Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB). Everyday goods and services cost 4.47 percent more in mid-April 2026 compared to a year ago, with cooking oil, fruits, and vegetables among the biggest contributors to rising household expenses, according to Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB). Business 11 May, 2026
Forex reserves rise 30.5%; Sufficient for 18.4 months of imports Forex reserves rise 30.5%; Sufficient for 18.4 months of imports Nepal’s gross foreign exchange reserves increased by 30.5 percent to Rs 3,494.73 billion in mid-April 2026, up from Rs 2,677.68 billion in mid-July 2025, according to the Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB). Nepal’s gross foreign exchange reserves increased by 30.5 percent to Rs 3,494.73 billion in mid-April 2026, up from Rs 2,677.68 billion in mid-July 2025, according to the Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB). Business 11 May, 2026
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.
