Bindra Hada Bhattarai appointed independent director of Global IME Bank Bindra Hada Bhattarai appointed independent director of Global IME Bank Former government secretary Bindra Hada Bhattarai has been appointed as an independent director on the Board of Directors of Global IME Bank. Former government secretary Bindra Hada Bhattarai has been appointed as an independent director on the Board of Directors of Global IME Bank. Business 13 Jun, 2026
Aloft Kathmandu to host Maharashtrian food festival Aloft Kathmandu to host Maharashtrian food festival Aloft Kathmandu Thamel is set to host a three-day Maharashtrian Food Festival from June 12 to 14, showcasing the diverse culinary traditions of India's western state of Maharashtra. Aloft Kathmandu Thamel is set to host a three-day Maharashtrian Food Festival from June 12 to 14, showcasing the diverse culinary traditions of India's western state of Maharashtra. Business 13 Jun, 2026
TVS launches Ronin Monotone and Agonda editions in Nepal TVS launches Ronin Monotone and Agonda editions in Nepal Jagdamba Motors, the authorised distributor of TVS motorcycles in Nepal, has launched two new variants of the TVS Ronin motorcycle — the Ronin Monotone and Ronin Agonda. Jagdamba Motors, the authorised distributor of TVS motorcycles in Nepal, has launched two new variants of the TVS Ronin motorcycle — the Ronin Monotone and Ronin Agonda. Business 13 Jun, 2026
Govt committed to good governance, jobs and growth: Finance Minister 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. 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. Business 11 Jun, 2026
House unanimously endorses consideration of NRB Amendment Bill 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. The House of Representatives on Thursday unanimously approved a proposal to consider the Nepal Rastra Bank (Third Amendment) Bill, 2083. Business 11 Jun, 2026
Direct Pokhara-Dubai flights open for booking from September Direct Pokhara-Dubai flights open for booking from September Ticket booking has opened for direct daily flights between Pokhara International Airport and Dubai, marking the airport's first regular international commercial air service since its inauguration three years ago. Ticket booking has opened for direct daily flights between Pokhara International Airport and Dubai, marking the airport's first regular international commercial air service since its inauguration three years ago. Business 11 Jun, 2026
NRB Amendment Bill tabled in House of Representatives NRB Amendment Bill tabled in House of Representatives The House of Representatives on Wednesday received the Nepal Rastra Bank (Third Amendment) Bill, 2083, aimed at strengthening the financial sector and enhancing macroeconomic stability. The House of Representatives on Wednesday received the Nepal Rastra Bank (Third Amendment) Bill, 2083, aimed at strengthening the financial sector and enhancing macroeconomic stability. Business 10 Jun, 2026
Ncell Data Centre earns international Tier III certification Ncell Data Centre earns international Tier III certification Ncell Business has announced that its Integrated Data Centre (IDC) in Nakkhu, Lalitpur, has received the internationally recognised ANSI/TIA-942-C Rated 3 (Tier III) Design and Constructed Facility Certification. Ncell Business has announced that its Integrated Data Centre (IDC) in Nakkhu, Lalitpur, has received the internationally recognised ANSI/TIA-942-C Rated 3 (Tier III) Design and Constructed Facility Certification. Business 10 Jun, 2026
Remittance inflow surges 41.2pc to Rs 1.92 trillion in 10 months Remittance inflow surges 41.2pc to Rs 1.92 trillion in 10 months Remittance inflows to Nepal rose sharply by 41.2 percent in the first 10 months of the current fiscal year, reaching Rs 1.92 trillion, according to the latest data from Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB). Remittance inflows to Nepal rose sharply by 41.2 percent in the first 10 months of the current fiscal year, reaching Rs 1.92 trillion, according to the latest data from Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB). Business 10 Jun, 2026
Global IME Bank, Bhatbhateni launch zero-interest EMI facility Global IME Bank, Bhatbhateni launch zero-interest EMI facility Global IME Bank and Bhatbhateni Supermarket & Departmental Store have partnered to introduce a zero-interest equated monthly installment (EMI) facility for credit card holders. Global IME Bank and Bhatbhateni Supermarket & Departmental Store have partnered to introduce a zero-interest equated monthly installment (EMI) facility for credit card holders. Business 10 Jun, 2026
Ncell customers to get up to 60% discount on Ultima gadgets Ncell customers to get up to 60% discount on Ultima gadgets Ncell customers will receive discounts of up to 60 percent on Ultima Lifestyle gadgets under a new partnership between the telecommunications company and the electronics brand. Ncell customers will receive discounts of up to 60 percent on Ultima Lifestyle gadgets under a new partnership between the telecommunications company and the electronics brand. Business 10 Jun, 2026
Litmus Industries named largest exporter to India Litmus Industries named largest exporter to India Litmus Industries Limited has received the “Largest Exporter in India Category” award at the 23rd Annual General Meeting of the Confederation of Nepalese Industries (CNI). Litmus Industries Limited has received the “Largest Exporter in India Category” award at the 23rd Annual General Meeting of the Confederation of Nepalese Industries (CNI). Business 09 Jun, 2026
Kajaria Ramesh Tiles opens new showroom in Chitwan Kajaria Ramesh Tiles opens new showroom in Chitwan Kajaria Ramesh Tiles Limited has expanded its presence in Bagmati Province with the opening of a new showroom in Ratnanagar, Chitwan. Kajaria Ramesh Tiles Limited has expanded its presence in Bagmati Province with the opening of a new showroom in Ratnanagar, Chitwan. Business 09 Jun, 2026
IMF approves final review of Nepal's ECF programme, clears $42.9 million disbursement IMF approves final review of Nepal's ECF programme, clears $42.9 million disbursement The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has completed the final review of Nepal's Extended Credit Facility (ECF) programme, paving the way for the disbursement of approximately $42.9 million in financial assistance. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has completed the final review of Nepal's Extended Credit Facility (ECF) programme, paving the way for the disbursement of approximately $42.9 million in financial assistance. Business 09 Jun, 2026
NEPSE index slips 20 points; Finance sector sole gainer NEPSE index slips 20 points; Finance sector sole gainer The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index declined by 20.27 points, or 0.73 per cent, on Monday to settle at 2,735.14 points by the close of trading. The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index declined by 20.27 points, or 0.73 per cent, on Monday to settle at 2,735.14 points by the close of trading. Business 08 Jun, 2026
Ranjit Acharya named jury member for Cannes Corporate Media & TV Awards Ranjit Acharya named jury member for Cannes Corporate Media & TV Awards In a first for Nepal's advertising industry, Ranjit Acharya, founder and chief executive officer of Prisma Advertising, has been nominated as a jury member for the 17th Cannes Corporate Media & TV Awards 2026. In a first for Nepal's advertising industry, Ranjit Acharya, founder and chief executive officer of Prisma Advertising, has been nominated as a jury member for the 17th Cannes Corporate Media & TV Awards 2026. Business 07 Jun, 2026
Gold price drops by Rs 8,200 per tola; silver also declines sharply Gold price drops by Rs 8,200 per tola; silver also declines sharply The domestic bullion market witnessed a sharp decline on Sunday, with gold prices falling by Rs 8,200 per tola amid a continued downward trend in recent days. The domestic bullion market witnessed a sharp decline on Sunday, with gold prices falling by Rs 8,200 per tola amid a continued downward trend in recent days. Business 07 Jun, 2026
Nepalis to get QR payment access in India as cross-border system moves towards operationalisation Nepalis to get QR payment access in India as cross-border system moves towards... Nepal and India have announced the operationalisation of peer-to-peer (P2P) cross-border digital payment transactions, enabling individuals in the two countries to transfer money directly through linked payment systems. Nepal and India have announced the operationalisation of peer-to-peer (P2P) cross-border digital payment transactions, enabling individuals in the two countries to transfer money directly through linked payment systems. Business 07 Jun, 2026
Thailand Tourism Authority promotes new destinations in Nepal market Thailand Tourism Authority promotes new destinations in Nepal market The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), New Delhi, organized an Amazing Thailand Product Presentation in Kathmandu on Monday, highlighting new tourism products, emerging destinations and promotional campaigns aimed at attracting more Nepali travellers. The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), New Delhi, organized an Amazing Thailand Product Presentation in Kathmandu on Monday, highlighting new tourism products, emerging destinations and promotional campaigns aimed at attracting more Nepali travellers. Business 05 Jun, 2026
MetLife Nepal launches football-based education initiative in Kaski schools MetLife Nepal launches football-based education initiative in Kaski schools MetLife Nepal has launched a sports-and-education initiative in Kaski district, distributing football kits and training equipment to public schools to promote youth development through sport. MetLife Nepal has launched a sports-and-education initiative in Kaski district, distributing football kits and training equipment to public schools to promote youth development through sport. Business 05 Jun, 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.