Nepal's trade deficit hits Rs 649.68 billion in first five months Nepal's trade deficit hits Rs 649.68 billion in first five months Nepal’s foreign trade deficit widened sharply to Rs 649.68 billion in the first five months of the current fiscal year (mid-July to mid-December), according to data released by the Department of Customs. Nepal’s foreign trade deficit widened sharply to Rs 649.68 billion in the first five months of the current fiscal year (mid-July to mid-December), according to data released by the Department of Customs. Business 23 Dec, 2025
SCT launches corporate internet banking service SCT launches corporate internet banking service Smart Choice Technologies Limited (SCT), a payment system operator licensed by Nepal Rastra Bank, has formally launched its Corporate Internet Banking service in collaboration with Swift Technologies. Smart Choice Technologies Limited (SCT), a payment system operator licensed by Nepal Rastra Bank, has formally launched its Corporate Internet Banking service in collaboration with Swift Technologies. Business 23 Dec, 2025
Global IME Bank to offer greenhouse loans for floriculture sector Global IME Bank to offer greenhouse loans for floriculture sector Global IME Bank Limited has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Floriculture Association Nepal (FAN) to provide targeted greenhouse loan facilities for floriculture entrepreneurs and farmers. Global IME Bank Limited has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Floriculture Association Nepal (FAN) to provide targeted greenhouse loan facilities for floriculture entrepreneurs and farmers. Business 23 Dec, 2025
Gold price jumps Rs 5,500 per tola, hits new record high Gold price jumps Rs 5,500 per tola, hits new record high Gold price in the domestic market surged sharply on Tuesday, rising by Rs 5,500 per tola in a single day to set a new historic high. Gold price in the domestic market surged sharply on Tuesday, rising by Rs 5,500 per tola in a single day to set a new historic high. Business 23 Dec, 2025
Centara Collection to open first Thai-branded resort in Pokhara on January 1 Centara Collection to open first Thai-branded resort in Pokhara on January 1 Himalayan Hideaway Resort Pokhara, part of The Centara Collection, is set to open on January 1, 2026, becoming the first Thai luxury hotel brand to operate in Pokhara. Himalayan Hideaway Resort Pokhara, part of The Centara Collection, is set to open on January 1, 2026, becoming the first Thai luxury hotel brand to operate in Pokhara. Business 22 Dec, 2025
Gold price jumps Rs 3,400 per tola to new record high Gold price jumps Rs 3,400 per tola to new record high Gold price in the domestic market surged sharply on Monday, rising by Rs 3,400 per tola in a single day to set a new all-time high in Nepal. Gold price in the domestic market surged sharply on Monday, rising by Rs 3,400 per tola in a single day to set a new all-time high in Nepal. Business 22 Dec, 2025
Startup Summit Nepal 2025 highlights push for global startup integration Startup Summit Nepal 2025 highlights push for global startup integration Startup Summit Nepal 2025, a national-level innovation and entrepreneurship conference, concluded in Kathmandu on December 20, underscoring Nepal’s ambition to build a globally connected startup ecosystem. Startup Summit Nepal 2025, a national-level innovation and entrepreneurship conference, concluded in Kathmandu on December 20, underscoring Nepal’s ambition to build a globally connected startup ecosystem. Business 21 Dec, 2025
Dhaulagiri Business Link launches 'Set Lungi' collection at Batik Show Dhaulagiri Business Link launches 'Set Lungi' collection at Batik Show Pvt. Ltd., a long-established name in Nepal’s textile industry, has launched its new ‘Set Lungi’ collection during the “Batik Show: The Fusion Edition” held at The Soaltee Kathmandu. Dhaulagiri Business Link Pvt. Ltd., a long-established name in Nepal’s textile industry, has launched its new ‘Set Lungi’ collection during the “Batik Show: The Fusion Edition” held at The Soaltee Kathmandu. Dhaulagiri Business Link Business 21 Dec, 2025
Gold price drops by Rs 100 per tola, silver hits record high Gold price drops by Rs 100 per tola, silver hits record high The price of gold declined by Rs 100 per tola in the domestic market on Sunday, while silver surged to a new record high, increasing by Rs 100 per tola in a single day. The price of gold declined by Rs 100 per tola in the domestic market on Sunday, while silver surged to a new record high, increasing by Rs 100 per tola in a single day. Business 21 Dec, 2025
Gold price falls by Rs 2,000 per tola Gold price falls by Rs 2,000 per tola The downward trend in the gold price continued on Friday, with the precious metal declining by Rs 2,000 per tola in the domestic market, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association. The downward trend in the gold price continued on Friday, with the precious metal declining by Rs 2,000 per tola in the domestic market, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association. Business 19 Dec, 2025
British Council announces winners of IELTS 'Upahar' Campaign British Council announces winners of IELTS 'Upahar' Campaign The British Council Nepal on Tuesday announced the winners of its IELTS ‘Upahar’ Season 3.0 campaign, awarding prizes to 97 IELTS test takers across the country. The British Council Nepal on Tuesday announced the winners of its IELTS ‘Upahar’ Season 3.0 campaign, awarding prizes to 97 IELTS test takers across the country. Business 19 Dec, 2025
Proton e.MAS announces special EV exchange offer in Pokhara Proton e.MAS announces special EV exchange offer in Pokhara Jagdamba Motors Pvt. Ltd. has announced a special exchange offer for the Proton e.MAS 7 electric vehicle in Pokhara. Jagdamba Motors Pvt. Ltd. has announced a special exchange offer for the Proton e.MAS 7 electric vehicle in Pokhara. Business 19 Dec, 2025
Insurance claims worth Rs 5.18 billion paid after Gen-Z Movement Insurance claims worth Rs 5.18 billion paid after Gen-Z Movement Insurance claims worth Rs 5.18 billion have been settled so far for damages incurred during the Gen-Z movement, according to the Nepal Insurance Authority. Insurance claims worth Rs 5.18 billion have been settled so far for damages incurred during the Gen-Z movement, according to the Nepal Insurance Authority. Business 18 Dec, 2025
Bagmati Province collects Rs 16.11 billion revenue in five months Bagmati Province collects Rs 16.11 billion revenue in five months The Bagmati Province Government has collected Rs 16.11 billion in revenue during the first five months of the current fiscal year 2082/83, accounting for 23.88 percent of the annual target. The Bagmati Province Government has collected Rs 16.11 billion in revenue during the first five months of the current fiscal year 2082/83, accounting for 23.88 percent of the annual target. Business 18 Dec, 2025
Revenue collection up 10% in three months: Finance Minister Khanal Revenue collection up 10% in three months: Finance Minister Khanal Finance Minister Rameshore Khanal has stated that government revenue collection has increased by 10 percent over the past three months, signaling a gradual recovery of the national economy. Finance Minister Rameshore Khanal has stated that government revenue collection has increased by 10 percent over the past three months, signaling a gradual recovery of the national economy. Business 18 Dec, 2025
Gold nears record high again, silver sets fresh peak Gold nears record high again, silver sets fresh peak Gold price climbed by Rs 700 per tola in the domestic market on Thursday, edging closer to the all-time high and once again crossing the Rs 260,000 per tola mark. Gold price climbed by Rs 700 per tola in the domestic market on Thursday, edging closer to the all-time high and once again crossing the Rs 260,000 per tola mark. Business 18 Dec, 2025
Proton e.MAS7 launches special exchange offer in Kathmandu, Chitwan Proton e.MAS7 launches special exchange offer in Kathmandu, Chitwan Proton e.MAS, Nepal’s leading electric vehicle (EV) brand under Jagdamba Motors Pvt. Ltd., has announced a special exchange offer in Kathmandu and Chitwan. Proton e.MAS, Nepal’s leading electric vehicle (EV) brand under Jagdamba Motors Pvt. Ltd., has announced a special exchange offer in Kathmandu and Chitwan. Business 18 Dec, 2025
ADB provides USD100 million loan to strengthen fiscal federalism in Nepal ADB provides USD100 million loan to strengthen fiscal federalism in Nepal The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is set to extend USD 100 million in concessional loan assistance to Nepal to support fiscal federalism, enhance public financial management, and improve budgetary systems across federal, provincial, and local levels. The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is set to extend USD 100 million in concessional loan assistance to Nepal to support fiscal federalism, enhance public financial management, and improve budgetary systems across federal, provincial, and local levels. Business 17 Dec, 2025
Ncell Foundation to distribute over 2,400 educational kits linked to NPL Season 2 Ncell Foundation to distribute over 2,400 educational kits linked to NPL Season 2 Ncell Foundation has announced it will distribute 2,428 educational kits to students of government and community schools across Nepal, fulfilling its commitment made during the Nepal Premier League (NPL) Season 2. Ncell Foundation has announced it will distribute 2,428 educational kits to students of government and community schools across Nepal, fulfilling its commitment made during the Nepal Premier League (NPL) Season 2. Business 17 Dec, 2025
Gold rebounds, silver crosses Rs 4,000 per tola Gold rebounds, silver crosses Rs 4,000 per tola Gold price rebounded in the domestic market on Wednesday, rising by Rs 700 per tola, while silver recorded a sharp surge, hitting a historic high. Gold price rebounded in the domestic market on Wednesday, rising by Rs 700 per tola, while silver recorded a sharp surge, hitting a historic high. Business 17 Dec, 2025
Entertainment Nepathya Kicks Off Nepal Tour with Spectacular Hetauda Concert Following the successful Hetauda concert, Nepathya is set to perform at the Butwal International Conference Centre in Ramnagar, Butwal, on Saturday.
Sports Italy's World Cup debut: Cricket team on the rise as storied soccer team falters Italy is finally heading to the World Cup — just not in the sport most people might expect.
World Bangladesh's Hindu minority in fear as attacks rise and a national election nears “No one feels safe anymore,” said Ranjan Karmaker, a Dhaka-based Hindu human rights activist. “Everyone is terrified.”
Lifestyle Indian teacher who created hundreds of learning centers wins $1 million Global Teacher Prize Rouble Nagi accepted the award at the World Governments Summit in Dubai in the United Arab Emirates, an annual event that draws leaders from across the globe.
Nepal Nepal Telecom's role in economic prosperity laudable: Home Minister Aryal Minister for Home Affairs Om Prakash Aryal has lauded Nepal Telecom’s role in promoting economic prosperity by expanding access to communication services across the country.
Kathmandu HoR election: FPTP ballot paper printing completed in 60 constituencies EC has announced that the printing of ballot papers for the first-past-the-post (FPTP) category has been completed for 60 constituencies.
Business NEPSE climbs over 27 points, turnover crosses Rs 11.5 billion The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE), the country’s sole secondary market, rose by 27.19 points, or 1.01 per cent, on Thursday to close at 2,708.70 points.
Photo Gallery Snowfall transforms Muktinath and Upper Manang into winter wonderland The Muktinath area in Waragung Muktikshetra Rural Municipality–1 of Mustang has been blanketed in snow following recent snowfall, turning the sacred landscape into a striking white panorama.
