PMO pressure pushes Smart Telecom case to court despite legal objections PMO pressure pushes Smart Telecom case to court despite legal objections The Smart Telecom case has deepened divisions within the Kathmandu District Attorney’s Office, with government lawyers resisting what they describe as unprecedented pressure from the Prime Minister’s Office to file a case against banks and others over the auction of assets belonging to the defunct telecommunications company. The Smart Telecom case has deepened divisions within the Kathmandu District Attorney’s Office, with government lawyers resisting what they describe as unprecedented pressure from the Prime Minister’s Office to file a case against banks and others over the auction of assets belonging to the defunct telecommunications company. Business 12 Aug, 2026
GWM launches HAVAL JOLION MAX EV at Rs 5.99 million GWM launches HAVAL JOLION MAX EV at Rs 5.99 million Great Wall Motor (GWM) has launched the HAVAL JOLION MAX, a pure electric SUV, in Nepal at the NAIMA Nepal Mobility Expo 2026. Great Wall Motor (GWM) has launched the HAVAL JOLION MAX, a pure electric SUV, in Nepal at the NAIMA Nepal Mobility Expo 2026. Business 12 Aug, 2026
BYD unveils new-generation ATTO series in Nepal BYD unveils new-generation ATTO series in Nepal BYD has unveiled its new-generation ATTO series in Nepal, introducing upgrades to the ATTO 1, a new entry-level ATTO 2 variant and a comprehensively refreshed 2026 ATTO 3 at the NAIMA Nepal Mobility Expo 2026. BYD has unveiled its new-generation ATTO series in Nepal, introducing upgrades to the ATTO 1, a new entry-level ATTO 2 variant and a comprehensively refreshed 2026 ATTO 3 at the NAIMA Nepal Mobility Expo 2026. Business 12 Aug, 2026
Ather Nepal unveils 450X Overtones with new smart riding features Ather Nepal unveils 450X Overtones with new smart riding features Ather Nepal has unveiled the new 450X Overtones Series along with three new riding technologies at the NAIMA Nepal Mobility Expo 2026 in Kathmandu. Ather Nepal has unveiled the new 450X Overtones Series along with three new riding technologies at the NAIMA Nepal Mobility Expo 2026 in Kathmandu. Business 12 Aug, 2026
Global IME Bank offers auto loans at 5.25% interest Global IME Bank offers auto loans at 5.25% interest Global IME Bank has announced a special auto loan scheme offering interest rates starting at 5.25 percent for customers purchasing vehicles during the NAIMA Nepal Mobility Expo. Global IME Bank has announced a special auto loan scheme offering interest rates starting at 5.25 percent for customers purchasing vehicles during the NAIMA Nepal Mobility Expo. Business 12 Aug, 2026
Superbrands Nepal launched to recognise and elevate brand excellence in Nepal Superbrands Nepal launched to recognise and elevate brand excellence in Nepal Superbrands, the globally recognised independent authority on branding, has formally launched Superbrands Nepal, marking a significant new chapter for Nepal’s business and branding landscape. Superbrands, the globally recognised independent authority on branding, has formally launched Superbrands Nepal, marking a significant new chapter for Nepal’s business and branding landscape. Business 12 Aug, 2026
53 brands bring new vehicles to Nepal Mobility Expo 2026 53 brands bring new vehicles to Nepal Mobility Expo 2026 More than 40 new vehicles and mobility products are being unveiled as 53 automobile brands participate in the Nepal Mobility Expo 2026, which opened at Bhrikutimandap in Kathmandu on Tuesday. More than 40 new vehicles and mobility products are being unveiled as 53 automobile brands participate in the Nepal Mobility Expo 2026, which opened at Bhrikutimandap in Kathmandu on Tuesday. Business 12 Aug, 2026
Nepal delegation attends Soy Connext 2026 in Chicago Nepal delegation attends Soy Connext 2026 in Chicago A six-member Nepali delegation participated in Soy Connext 2026, the flagship global conference of the US Soybean Export Council (USSEC), in Chicago, seeking to strengthen trade ties between Nepali buyers and US soybean suppliers. A six-member Nepali delegation participated in Soy Connext 2026, the flagship global conference of the US Soybean Export Council (USSEC), in Chicago, seeking to strengthen trade ties between Nepali buyers and US soybean suppliers. Business 12 Aug, 2026
Gold price jumps Rs 6,400 to Rs 307,900 per tola Gold price jumps Rs 6,400 to Rs 307,900 per tola The price of fine gold in the domestic market jumped Rs 6,400 per tola on Tuesday, taking the price of the precious metal to Rs 307,900 per tola. The price of fine gold in the domestic market jumped Rs 6,400 per tola on Tuesday, taking the price of the precious metal to Rs 307,900 per tola. Business 11 Aug, 2026
What makes a Superbrand? Understanding the global benchmark for brand excellence What makes a Superbrand? Understanding the global benchmark for brand excellence As Superbrands begins its journey in Nepal, The Himalayan Times speaks with Shariful Islam, Founder and Managing Director of Bangladesh Brand Forum (BBF) and Chairman of Superbrands Bangladesh, about what defines a Superbrand, how brands are evaluated and what the initiative could mean for Nepal's evolving brand landscape. As Superbrands begins its journey in Nepal, The Himalayan Times speaks with Shariful Islam, Founder and Managing Director of Bangladesh Brand Forum (BBF) and Chairman of Superbrands Bangladesh, about what defines a Superbrand, how brands are evaluated and what the initiative could mean for Nepal's evolving brand landscape. Business 11 Aug, 2026
Bhendetar Skywalk draws growing crowds, boosts tourism in eastern Nepal Bhendetar Skywalk draws growing crowds, boosts tourism in eastern Nepal A glass-bottom skywalk has emerged as a major attraction at Bhendetar in Dhankuta, drawing growing numbers of domestic and foreign tourists to the popular hill destination in eastern Nepal. A glass-bottom skywalk has emerged as a major attraction at Bhendetar in Dhankuta, drawing growing numbers of domestic and foreign tourists to the popular hill destination in eastern Nepal. Business 11 Aug, 2026
NADA Auto Show to feature 200 stalls at Bhrikutimandap NADA Auto Show to feature 200 stalls at Bhrikutimandap The 18th NADA Auto Show 2026 is set to feature 200 stalls at the Bhrikutimandap Exhibition Complex in Kathmandu from August 25 to 30, according to the Nepal Automobile Dealers’ Association (NADA). The 18th NADA Auto Show 2026 is set to feature 200 stalls at the Bhrikutimandap Exhibition Complex in Kathmandu from August 25 to 30, according to the Nepal Automobile Dealers’ Association (NADA). Business 11 Aug, 2026
BYD Nepal launches nationwide customer care campaign BYD Nepal launches nationwide customer care campaign Cimex Inc, the authorised distributor and service provider of BYD vehicles in Nepal, has launched a nationwide customer care campaign aimed at enhancing after-sales services, vehicle connectivity and ownership protection for existing customers. Cimex Inc, the authorised distributor and service provider of BYD vehicles in Nepal, has launched a nationwide customer care campaign aimed at enhancing after-sales services, vehicle connectivity and ownership protection for existing customers. Business 11 Aug, 2026
Small investment, extra income: Beekeeping gains ground in Ramechhap Small investment, extra income: Beekeeping gains ground in Ramechhap With income from conventional farming becoming increasingly difficult to sustain household expenses, farmers in Ramechhap are turning to beekeeping as a low-investment source of additional income. With income from conventional farming becoming increasingly difficult to sustain household expenses, farmers in Ramechhap are turning to beekeeping as a low-investment source of additional income. Business 10 Aug, 2026
Rautahat checks 17 LPG dealers as gas shortage deepens Rautahat checks 17 LPG dealers as gas shortage deepens The Rautahat administration launched surprise inspections of 17 LPG gas dealers on Sunday amid a nationwide shortage of cooking gas, finding reduced supplies in the district but no evidence of black marketing so far. The Rautahat administration launched surprise inspections of 17 LPG gas dealers on Sunday amid a nationwide shortage of cooking gas, finding reduced supplies in the district but no evidence of black marketing so far. Business 10 Aug, 2026
Don't scare away the investors Nepal needs Don't scare away the investors Nepal needs Prime Minister Balendra Shah and Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle have spent weeks telling business leaders that the government wants to create a more conducive environment for investment. But while the government talks about confidence, the actions of investigative agencies are beginning to create the opposite impression. Prime Minister Balendra Shah and Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle have spent weeks telling business leaders that the government wants to create a more conducive environment for investment. But while the government talks about confidence, the actions of investigative agencies are beginning to create the opposite impression. Business 10 Aug, 2026
Ginger is paying better, and Ilam farmers are planting more Ginger is paying better, and Ilam farmers are planting more Attractive ginger prices are encouraging farmers in Ilam to expand commercial cultivation, with some expecting to earn more than Rs500,000 from the crop this year. Attractive ginger prices are encouraging farmers in Ilam to expand commercial cultivation, with some expecting to earn more than Rs500,000 from the crop this year. Business 09 Aug, 2026
Gold price rises Rs 4,800 per tola Gold price rises Rs 4,800 per tola The price of fine gold rose by Rs 4,800 per tola in the domestic market on Sunday, reaching Rs 301,700 per tola, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association. The price of fine gold rose by Rs 4,800 per tola in the domestic market on Sunday, reaching Rs 301,700 per tola, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association. Business 09 Aug, 2026
'High remittance, low export are core problems' 'High remittance, low export are core problems' European Union Ambassador to Nepal Véronique Lorenzo has given a blunt assessment of Nepal’s economic structure, warning that over-reliance on remittances and an extremely low level of exports to the EU are the fundamental problems facing Nepal as it prepares to graduate from least developed country (LDC) status in 2026. European Union Ambassador to Nepal Véronique Lorenzo has given a blunt assessment of Nepal’s economic structure, warning that over-reliance on remittances and an extremely low level of exports to the EU are the fundamental problems facing Nepal as it prepares to graduate from least developed country (LDC) status in 2026. Business 09 Aug, 2026
From Rs 10 crore loss to Rs 3 crore profit: Nepal Aushadhi Limited's turnaround after 25 years From Rs 10 crore loss to Rs 3 crore profit: Nepal Aushadhi Limited's turnaround after... The Nepal Aushadhi Limited, which once struggled to pay employees and remained virtually closed for nearly a decade, has returned to profit after 25 years, posting a Rs 3 crore profit in FY 2025/26. The Nepal Aushadhi Limited, which once struggled to pay employees and remained virtually closed for nearly a decade, has returned to profit after 25 years, posting a Rs 3 crore profit in FY 2025/26. Business 07 Aug, 2026
Nepal Two guides dead, 14 still missing after Himlung base camp avalanche Two climbing guides have been found dead while 14 kitchen staff members remain missing after an avalanche struck Himlung Himal Base Camp in Manang on Sunday, according to the Nepal National Mountain Guide Association (NNMGA).
Nepal Narayangadh-Muglin road reopens, Prithvi Highway clearance expected by evening The Narayangadh-Muglin road has reopened after workers cleared a mudslide that had blocked the Namshi Khola bridge amid continuous rainfall.
Opinion Early warning to early action: Nepal's next step in disaster preparedness When a potential cyclone brews in the Bay of Bengal, the primary source of over 80 percent annual rainfall in Nepal, the fragile landscape hit by “himalayan tsunami” less than a month ago awaits confirmation for the cyclone that got its name, “Arnab” before existence.
Nepal Nepali Army continues rescue, evacuation in flood-hit districts nationwide The Nepali Army has continued search, rescue and evacuation operations in districts affected by floods, landslides and inundation triggered by continuous rainfall across the country.
Opinion Bhotekoshi: From warning to accountability Just over a month after the August 26 Bhotekoshi–Trishuli flood, families are searching for missing loved ones while rebuilding shattered lives. Authorities received warning of a major flood moving downstream and alerts were issued, although the precise chronology requires reconstruction. Yet devastating losses followed.
Business PATA Nepal elects new executive committee, honours flood heroes The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Nepal Chapter has elected a new executive committee with Narendra Deo Bhatta, managing director of Heritage Tours & Travel, as its chairman.
Nepal Manakamana cable car service halted after road subsides in Chitwan Manakamana Cable Car services have been suspended after a road inside the entrance area of the cable car complex subsided following continuous rainfall and river erosion.
Nepal Floods, landslides claim lives and paralyse roads across Nepal At least six people have died and five others remain missing after continuous heavy rainfall over the past two days triggered landslides, flooding and widespread disruption to roads and infrastructure across Nepal.
Nepal Avalanche hits Himlung base camp, 10 expedition staff missing An avalanche swept through Himlung Himal Base Camp in Manang early Sunday, leaving at least 10 expedition staff members missing, according to the Expedition Operators Association Nepal (EOAN).