Himalayan Travel Mart 2026 concludes, strengthens Nepal's global tourism footprint

Himalayan Travel Mart 2026 concludes, strengthens Nepal's global tourism footprint

The 6th edition of the Himalayan Travel Mart (HTM 2026) concluded in Kathmandu on Thursday with strong international participation and renewed commitments to position Nepal as a global tourism hub under the theme “New Frontiers in Tourism.”

The 6th edition of the Himalayan Travel Mart (HTM 2026) concluded in Kathmandu on Thursday with strong international participation and renewed commitments to position Nepal as a global tourism hub under the theme “New Frontiers in Tourism.”

Business 05 Jun, 2026

Gold, silver prices decline in domestic market

Gold, silver prices decline in domestic market

The price of gold has decreased by Rs 2,100 per tola in the domestic market on Friday, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association.

The price of gold has decreased by Rs 2,100 per tola in the domestic market on Friday, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association.

Business 05 Jun, 2026

Lucky Khan! :Nepal's Tayab Khan wins Rs 125 Crore UAE Lottery Grand Prize

Lucky Khan! :Nepal's Tayab Khan wins Rs 125 Crore UAE Lottery Grand Prize

A Nepali national residing in Abu Dhabi has won the UAE Lottery’s Dh30 million (approximately Rs 1.25 billion) grand prize, becoming the first winner of the jackpot since the lottery operator revised its prize structure late last year.

A Nepali national residing in Abu Dhabi has won the UAE Lottery’s Dh30 million (approximately Rs 1.25 billion) grand prize, becoming the first winner of the jackpot since the lottery operator revised its prize structure late last year.

Business 05 Jun, 2026

Nepal's ride-hailing tax proposal: The wrong taxes at the wrong time

Nepal's ride-hailing tax proposal: The wrong taxes at the wrong time

The Government of Nepal's proposed Finance Bill 2083/84 seeks to expand the tax base and bring greater formalisation to the digital economy. In principle, these are reasonable objectives. Yet the proposed introduction of a 5 percent VAT on ride-sharing services and a 1 percent withholding tax on driver earnings raises serious concerns about timing, implementation, and fairness.

The Government of Nepal's proposed Finance Bill 2083/84 seeks to expand the tax base and bring greater formalisation to the digital economy. In principle, these are reasonable objectives. Yet the proposed introduction of a 5 percent VAT on ride-sharing services and a 1 percent withholding tax on driver earnings raises serious concerns about timing, implementation, and fairness.

Business 03 Jun, 2026

Finance stocks jump 6% as NEPSE recovers 22 points

Finance stocks jump 6% as NEPSE recovers 22 points

The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index rose by 22.21 points on Tuesday, or 0.80 percent, to close at 2,777.58 points, recovering from a 26-point decline in the previous trading session.

The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index rose by 22.21 points on Tuesday, or 0.80 percent, to close at 2,777.58 points, recovering from a 26-point decline in the previous trading session.

Business 02 Jun, 2026

Kajaria Ramesh Tiles launches nationwide campaign in Nepal

Kajaria Ramesh Tiles launches nationwide campaign in Nepal

Kajaria Ramesh Tiles Limited has launched a new nationwide brand campaign titled “Ghar Ma Kajaria, Sabai Le Sodhne Nai Bhayo Ni!” in Nepal.

Kajaria Ramesh Tiles Limited has launched a new nationwide brand campaign titled “Ghar Ma Kajaria, Sabai Le Sodhne Nai Bhayo Ni!” in Nepal.

Business 02 Jun, 2026

Himalaya Airlines to launch direct Kathmandu-Shenzhen flights from June 4

Himalaya Airlines to launch direct Kathmandu-Shenzhen flights from June 4

Himalaya Airlines has announced the launch of direct scheduled flights between Kathmandu and Shenzhen, China, beginning June 4.

Himalaya Airlines has announced the launch of direct scheduled flights between Kathmandu and Shenzhen, China, beginning June 4.

Business 02 Jun, 2026

NEPSE drops 26 points, daily turnover recorded just over Rs 5 billion

NEPSE drops 26 points, daily turnover recorded just over Rs 5 billion

The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index declined by 26.72 points, or 0.96 percent, on Monday, closing at 2,755.37 points.

The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index declined by 26.72 points, or 0.96 percent, on Monday, closing at 2,755.37 points.

Business 01 Jun, 2026

EV imports surge via Birgunj, cross Rs 4 billion in 10 months

EV imports surge via Birgunj, cross Rs 4 billion in 10 months

Electric vehicle imports through Birgunj customs point have crossed Rs 4.02 billion in the first 10 months of the current fiscal year, marking a sharp year-on-year increase.

Electric vehicle imports through Birgunj customs point have crossed Rs 4.02 billion in the first 10 months of the current fiscal year, marking a sharp year-on-year increase.

Business 01 Jun, 2026

Gold price jumps by Rs 20,500 per tola

Gold price jumps by Rs 20,500 per tola

Gold price surged sharply in the domestic market on Sunday, rising by Rs 20,500 per tola in a single day.

Gold price surged sharply in the domestic market on Sunday, rising by Rs 20,500 per tola in a single day.

Business 31 May, 2026

Govt unveils Rs 2.12 trillion budget for FY 2083/84

Govt unveils Rs 2.12 trillion budget for FY 2083/84

The government has announced a total budget of Rs 2.12 trillion (Rs 2,124.34 billion) for the fiscal year 2083/84.

The government has announced a total budget of Rs 2.12 trillion (Rs 2,124.34 billion) for the fiscal year 2083/84.

Business 29 May, 2026

Govt to reduce stake in Nepal Telecom to 66 percent

Govt to reduce stake in Nepal Telecom to 66 percent

The government has announced plans to reduce its ownership in Nepal Telecom to 66 percent and increase public participation through the sale of remaining shares.

The government has announced plans to reduce its ownership in Nepal Telecom to 66 percent and increase public participation through the sale of remaining shares.

Business 29 May, 2026

Capital gains tax on share trading declared final tax

Capital gains tax on share trading declared final tax

The government has announced that capital gains tax on share transactions will be treated as a final tax from the upcoming fiscal year 2083/84.

The government has announced that capital gains tax on share transactions will be treated as a final tax from the upcoming fiscal year 2083/84.

Business 29 May, 2026

Govt cuts customs tariff slabs, scraps excise duty on 360 items

Govt cuts customs tariff slabs, scraps excise duty on 360 items

The government has reduced customs tariff slabs from 11 to seven through the budget for the fiscal year 2083/84.

The government has reduced customs tariff slabs from 11 to seven through the budget for the fiscal year 2083/84.

Business 29 May, 2026

Govt raises personal income tax exemption threshold

Govt raises personal income tax exemption threshold

Finance Minister Dr Swarnim Wagle has announced changes to personal income tax while presenting the budget for the upcoming fiscal year.

Finance Minister Dr Swarnim Wagle has announced changes to personal income tax while presenting the budget for the upcoming fiscal year.

Business 29 May, 2026

Budget presented in Federal Parliament

Budget presented in Federal Parliament

The annual estimate of revenue and expenditure (budget) for the upcoming fiscal year 2083/084 is being presented in the Federal Parliament.

The annual estimate of revenue and expenditure (budget) for the upcoming fiscal year 2083/084 is being presented in the Federal Parliament.

Business 29 May, 2026

Cabinet approves budget for FY 2083/84

Cabinet approves budget for FY 2083/84

The Cabinet has approved the annual budget for the fiscal year 2083/84.

The Cabinet has approved the annual budget for the fiscal year 2083/84.

Business 29 May, 2026

Budget Day: Govt to unveil Rs 2 trillion growth-focused budget today

Budget Day: Govt to unveil Rs 2 trillion growth-focused budget today

Finance Minister Dr Swarnim Wagle is scheduled to present the budget for the upcoming fiscal year 2083/84 at a joint meeting of the Federal Parliament today.

Finance Minister Dr Swarnim Wagle is scheduled to present the budget for the upcoming fiscal year 2083/84 at a joint meeting of the Federal Parliament today.

Business 29 May, 2026

Gold, silver prices rise in domestic market

Gold, silver prices rise in domestic market

Gold and silver prices increased sharply in the domestic market today, with gold rising by Rs 5,600 per tola and silver by Rs 175 per tola.

Gold and silver prices increased sharply in the domestic market today, with gold rising by Rs 5,600 per tola and silver by Rs 175 per tola.

Business 29 May, 2026

Petroleum imports through Birgunj reach Rs 181.7 billion in 10 months

Petroleum imports through Birgunj reach Rs 181.7 billion in 10 months

Petroleum imports through the Birgunj border point reached Rs 181.70 billion during the first 10 months of the current fiscal year, marking a significant increase compared to the same period last year.

Petroleum imports through the Birgunj border point reached Rs 181.70 billion during the first 10 months of the current fiscal year, marking a significant increase compared to the same period last year.

Business 28 May, 2026