Petrol, diesel prices cut by Rs 10/litre Kathmandu, April 1 In a move that is likely to provide some relief to the coronavirus-hit market, the government today decided to slash the price of petrol, diesel and kerosene by Rs 10 per litre each, with effect from tomorrow. Amid criticism... Travel 02 Apr, 2020
Self-reliance in cement yet to benefit Nepalis Kathmandu, November 7 Though manufacturers claim that Nepal has become self-reliant in cement production from this fiscal, it is yet to benefit consumers as the price of cement still remains the same as in previous years. Even statistics of Nepal... 08 Nov, 2019
Weakening rupee likely to affect festive market Kathmandu, August 21 Traders are wringing their hands as the notable depreciation of Nepali currency vis-Ã -vis US dollar in the recent months could affect the festive season. The stronger dollar is likely to make imported goods dearer in the... 22 Aug, 2019
Increasing incidents of LPG cylinder explosions raise questions over quality Kathmandu, March 26 The increasing number of instances of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders exploding in recent years have raised serious concerns over the quality of available LPG cylinders in the country. There are more than 10 million LPG... 27 Mar, 2019
Mill operators raise sugar price citing rise in cost of sugarcane Kathmandu, January 14 Sugar mills in the country have raised the price of sugar citing the rise in the price of sugarcane. Citing that the government fixed the price of cane for the ongoing fiscal year at a high rate, which is unbearable for... 15 Jan, 2019
Happy �inflated� Dashain! Kathmandu, October 11 The biggest Hindu festival may not provide as much festive cheer this year, as everything is costlier this Dashain compared to previous years. Along with the set cultural norms and values associated with celebrating Dashain... 12 Oct, 2018
Party venues compromising on food quality in valley Kathmandu, September 2 Some party venues (banquets) in Kathmandu Valley have been found to be compromising on the quality of foods being served to party guests. An inspection carried out by consumer rights activists at the Naya Bazar Party Venue... 03 Sep, 2018
Soaring fuel prices to raise public transport fare Kathmandu, June 8 Public transportation commuters are likely to soon bear the brunt of continuous rise in fuel price, especially diesel, as the government is preparing to adjust new public transportation fare with the possibility of it jacking up... 09 Jun, 2018
Brace for another fuel price hike Kathmandu, May 25 The government’s unwillingness to adopt necessary steps to tackle the surging global fuel price has left Nepalis bracing for yet another hike when Nepal Oil Corporation revises fuel rates the next time. April’s global... Travel 26 May, 2018
Government preparing to transfer DG of DoTM Kathmandu, May 17 In a twist to the ongoing anti-transport syndicate campaign that the government is running, the Ministry of Physical Infrastructure and Transport (MoPIT) is preparing to transfer the Director General of Department of Transport... 18 May, 2018
Import duty on rice may be hiked to 15pc The plan is to hike import tax only on branded rice and not on normal rice Kathmandu, May 15 The government is preparing to raise customs duty on rice, especially branded rice that comparatively costs higher in the domestic market. The... 16 May, 2018
Is govt overlooking syndicate in cab services? Kathmandu, April 23 At the time when the government is acting harsh against the syndicate system prevalent in the public transportation sector, it seems to have overlooked similar practice rampant in cab services of the country. Similar to public... 24 Apr, 2018
