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Domestic gold prices witnessed a sharp decline of Rs 900 per tola on Monday.
The price of fine gold dropped by Rs 900 per tola, falling to Rs 299,900 from yesterday's Rs 300,800.
Social Security Fund Prioritizes Energy and Infrastructure Sectors to Diversify Massive NPR 111 Billion Deposit Base
The Social Security Fund (SSF), managing a massive deposit base of over NPR 111 billion, has announced a major shift toward financing national infrastructure projects, including hydropower, solar energy, and clinker production. Moving away from passive bank deposits to maximize economic growth, the fund has established strict risk-mitigation guidelines, such as capping power project investments to a minimum capacity of 20 megawatts and requiring a minimum of 30 percent equity.
Nepal Rastra Bank Announces Foreign Exchange Rates for Sunday
Nepal Rastra Bank has released the foreign currency exchange rates for Sunday, establishing the buying rate of the US Dollar at Rs 151.62 and the selling rate at Rs 152.22. Under the new reference sheet, the European Euro sits at a selling price of Rs 177.17, while the UK Pound Sterling is valued at Rs 205.06 for sales
Domestic LPG Cylinder Prices Hiked by INR 29 in India Amid Rising Global Energy Costs
The price of a 14.2 kg domestic LPG cylinder in India has risen by INR 29, pushing the retail rate in Delhi to INR 942. Driven by surging international energy costs and massive under-recoveries by state-owned oil companies—who were losing nearly INR 703 per cylinder—this decision follows recent steep hikes in petrol, diesel, and CNG prices across the country.
Nepal and India Agree to Deepen Bilateral Relations; Jointly Launch Cross-Border P2P Payments
During high-level bilateral talks in New Delhi, Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal and India's EAM Dr. S. Jaishankar agreed to significantly expand Nepal-India relations. The meeting marked the official launch of cross-border peer-to-peer (P2P) payment transactions via NCHL and NPCI, the handover of 84 India-assisted post-earthquake reconstruction projects, and a new pact to develop a "voice-first" digital translation platform.
Nabil Bank Launches Real-Time P2P Remittance to India via nBank App
In a major boost to cross-border digital payments, Nabil Bank has introduced a real-time Person-to-Person (P2P) remittance service on its nBank mobile app. The new feature allows both Nepali and Indian account holders to instantly transfer funds from Nepal to their friends and family in India with just a few taps
Global Financial Markets Witness Major Volatility as Middle East Conflict Marks 100 Days
As the Middle East conflict hits its 100-day mark, global financial markets are reacting with mixed resilience. While Artificial Intelligence infrastructure spending and strong US business metrics have propelled the S&P 500 to record highs, underlying threats remain severe. Sovereign bond yields continue to face inflationary strain, the Strait of Hormuz remains largely blocked, and global commodity prices have pushed US inflation to a three-year high of 3.8%, threatening long-term demand destruction if left unresolved.
From Texas Trading Rooms to Nepal's Stagnant Market: Why Nepal Must Shift Away from Control-Oriented Policies
Renowned analyst Arun Kumar Subedi has called on Nepal to launch its second phase of economic liberalization by welcoming Foreign Institutional Investors (FII) into the secondary share market. Drawing insights from modern university trading infrastructure in the US and India's landmark 1991 economic reforms, Subedi argued that moving away from obsolete, control-oriented policies is no longer just an option for Nepal, but a mandatory requirement to sustain and diversify its financial sector.
Anyone Have the PM's Number?" Prime Minister Balendra Shah's Satirical Post Goes Viral!
Prime Minister Balendra Shah triggered a wave of reactions on social media after posting a satirical status asking for the "PM's phone number" so he could apply to be an ambassador. The witty post was a direct swipe at Vice President's Office Secretary Krishna Hari Pushkar, who had privately messaged Shah lobbying for an ambassadorial appointment ahead of his upcoming retirement on July 8.
National Identity Card Number Mandatory for Demat Accounts from June 15
A crucial update for stock market investors! Starting June 15, 2026 (Asar 1, 2083), it is mandatory to provide your National Identity Card (NID) number when opening a new Demat account or updating your existing account details. CDSC has officially directed all Depository Participants (DPs) to enforce this rule.
Gold and Silver Prices Plunge Heavily in the Nepali Market; Gold Drops by Rs 8,200 Per Tola
According to FENEGOSIDA, gold and silver prices plummeted sharply on Sunday in the Nepali market. Gold dropped by a massive Rs 8,200 to settle at Rs 300,800 per tola, while silver fell by Rs 335, bringing today's trading price down to Rs 4,895 per tola.
