Gold price drops Rs 5,500 per tola in domestic market Gold price drops Rs 5,500 per tola in domestic market The price of gold declined sharply by Rs 5,500 per tola in the domestic market on Thursday. The price of gold declined sharply by Rs 5,500 per tola in the domestic market on Thursday. Business 28 May, 2026
Xiaomi launches Redmi Pad 2 9.7 in Nepal Xiaomi launches Redmi Pad 2 9.7 in Nepal Xiaomi Nepal has launched the new Redmi Pad 2 9.7 tablet in the Nepali market with upgraded display, battery and connectivity features. Xiaomi Nepal has launched the new Redmi Pad 2 9.7 tablet in the Nepali market with upgraded display, battery and connectivity features. Business 28 May, 2026
Ncell earns ISO quality, environmental certifications Ncell earns ISO quality, environmental certifications Ncell has received ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications, reinforcing the telecom company’s commitment to quality management and environmental sustainability. Ncell has received ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications, reinforcing the telecom company’s commitment to quality management and environmental sustainability. Business 28 May, 2026
inDrive launches Aurora Ventures to support women founders in emerging markets inDrive launches Aurora Ventures to support women founders in emerging markets inDrive has launched a new investment initiative, Aurora Ventures, aimed at addressing the funding gap faced by women entrepreneurs in emerging markets, including Nepal and South Asia. inDrive has launched a new investment initiative, Aurora Ventures, aimed at addressing the funding gap faced by women entrepreneurs in emerging markets, including Nepal and South Asia. Business 27 May, 2026
Ather opens new electric scooter experience centre in Birtamod Ather opens new electric scooter experience centre in Birtamod Ather Nepal has expanded its presence in eastern Nepal with the opening of a new Ather Experience Center in Birtamod. Ather Nepal has expanded its presence in eastern Nepal with the opening of a new Ather Experience Center in Birtamod. Business 26 May, 2026
NEPSE gains 27 points on first trading day of week NEPSE gains 27 points on first trading day of week The Nepal Stock Exchange index rose by 27.85 points or one percent on Monday, the first trading day of the week, to close at 2,786.35 points. The Nepal Stock Exchange index rose by 27.85 points or one percent on Monday, the first trading day of the week, to close at 2,786.35 points. Business 25 May, 2026
Over 11,000 tourists visit Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve Over 11,000 tourists visit Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve has recorded 11,603 visitors so far in the current fiscal year 2081/82 BS. Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve has recorded 11,603 visitors so far in the current fiscal year 2081/82 BS. Business 25 May, 2026
Muktinath Bikas Bank provides scholarships to 42 students Muktinath Bikas Bank provides scholarships to 42 students Muktinath Bikas Bank Ltd. has provided scholarships to 42 Grade 11 students from across the country under its “Muktinath Utkristha Scholarship” programme. Muktinath Bikas Bank Ltd. has provided scholarships to 42 Grade 11 students from across the country under its “Muktinath Utkristha Scholarship” programme. Business 23 May, 2026
Himalayan Hideaway Resort appoints veteran Thai chef as Executive Chef Himalayan Hideaway Resort appoints veteran Thai chef as Executive Chef Himalayan Hideaway Resort Pokhara has appointed acclaimed Thai culinary expert Chef Thaksorn Than Sertsirikai as its new Executive Chef. Himalayan Hideaway Resort Pokhara has appointed acclaimed Thai culinary expert Chef Thaksorn Than Sertsirikai as its new Executive Chef. Business 23 May, 2026
Trip Turbo users can now book international hotels in Nepali currency Trip Turbo users can now book international hotels in Nepali currency Trip Turbo has partnered with Agoda to provide international hotel booking services for Nepali travellers through its platform. Trip Turbo has partnered with Agoda to provide international hotel booking services for Nepali travellers through its platform. Business 22 May, 2026
Sun Nepal Life organizes AML/CFT training for agency managers Sun Nepal Life organizes AML/CFT training for agency managers Sun Nepal Life Insurance Company Limited conducted an Anti-Money Laundering and Combating the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) training programme for Agency Development Managers under its “ADM 360° Growth Summit 1.0”. Sun Nepal Life Insurance Company Limited conducted an Anti-Money Laundering and Combating the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) training programme for Agency Development Managers under its “ADM 360° Growth Summit 1.0”. Business 22 May, 2026
Central bank withdrawing Rs 100 billion to manage liquidity Central bank withdrawing Rs 100 billion to manage liquidity Nepal Rastra Bank is set to absorb Rs 100 billion from the banking system on Friday as part of its liquidity management measures. Nepal Rastra Bank is set to absorb Rs 100 billion from the banking system on Friday as part of its liquidity management measures. Business 22 May, 2026
SpaceX reveals plans for what could be the biggest-ever initial public offering SpaceX reveals plans for what could be the biggest-ever initial public offering Elon Musk announced plans Wednesday for one of the biggest stock sales ever by taking public a space company that is currently losing billions of dollars a year. Elon Musk announced plans Wednesday for one of the biggest stock sales ever by taking public a space company that is currently losing billions of dollars a year. Business 21 May, 2026
Gold price drops by Rs 3,300 per tola Gold price drops by Rs 3,300 per tola The price of gold declined by Rs 3,300 per tola in the domestic bullion market on Thursday. The price of gold declined by Rs 3,300 per tola in the domestic bullion market on Thursday. Business 21 May, 2026
Govt focused on governance reform and accountability: Finance Minister Wagle Govt focused on governance reform and accountability: Finance Minister Wagle Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle has said that good governance is the government’s top priority, stressing that corruption, delays, middlemen and illegal capture of institutions have weakened public trust and increased the state’s burden. Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle has said that good governance is the government’s top priority, stressing that corruption, delays, middlemen and illegal capture of institutions have weakened public trust and increased the state’s burden. Business 20 May, 2026
HoR meeting: MPs call for effective supply of seeds, fertilizer before paddy planting season HoR meeting: MPs call for effective supply of seeds, fertilizer before paddy planting... Legislators have indicated that the season for paddy planting is nearing with the arrival of rain and have urged for timely provision of fertilizers, seeds, and agricultural equipment. Legislators have indicated that the season for paddy planting is nearing with the arrival of rain and have urged for timely provision of fertilizers, seeds, and agricultural equipment. Business 18 May, 2026
15th edition of The Himalayan Times International Food Fest 2026 returns on May 23 15th edition of The Himalayan Times International Food Fest 2026 returns on May 23 The Himalayan Times is all set to bring back one of Kathmandu’s most anticipated events with the 15th edition of the International Food Fest 2026. The Himalayan Times is all set to bring back one of Kathmandu’s most anticipated events with the 15th edition of the International Food Fest 2026. Business 18 May, 2026
Egg prices rise as heatwave hits production Egg prices rise as heatwave hits production Egg prices have increased across the country following a decline in production triggered by intense summer heat. Egg prices have increased across the country following a decline in production triggered by intense summer heat. Business 18 May, 2026
Govt unveils plan to subsidise electric stoves, phase out LPG subsidies Govt unveils plan to subsidise electric stoves, phase out LPG subsidies The government has introduced a long-term strategy to gradually phase out subsidies on liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and promote the use of electric stoves to curb the rising cost of fuel imports. The government has introduced a long-term strategy to gradually phase out subsidies on liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and promote the use of electric stoves to curb the rising cost of fuel imports. Business 17 May, 2026
Govt moves to boost domestic sugar production Govt moves to boost domestic sugar production The government has initiated measures to boost domestic sugar production and reduce reliance on imports. The government has initiated measures to boost domestic sugar production and reduce reliance on imports. Business 17 May, 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.