Economy News
Gold Nears Rs. 300,000 as Gold and Silver Prices Rise Again
Gold gained Rs. 900 per tola and silver increased by Rs. 10 per tola in the domestic market on Friday, continuing their upward trend.
2 months ago
Govt Targets 80–100% Capital Spending Through Major Policy Reforms
Finance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagle says the government has launched key policy and procedural reforms to significantly improve Nepal's capital expenditure, targeting 80–100% budget utilization while strengthening revenue collection and tax administration.
2 months ago
Gold Jumps Rs. 8,000 per Tola, Silver Also Surges in Nepali Market
Gold and silver prices witnessed a sharp rise in Nepal on Thursday (Shrawan 21), with gold climbing Rs. 8,000 per tola and silver increasing Rs. 95 per tola, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers' Association.
2 months ago
Nepal Government Implements Revised Salary Structure with 10% Incentive Allowance
The Ministry of Finance has published the revised salary scale and allowances for government employees, effective Shrawan 1, FY 2083/84, following the Cabinet's approval of a 10% salary hike and an additional 10% monthly incentive allowance.
2 months ago
SEBON Set to Resume IPO Approvals Under Existing Review Standards
The Securities Board of Nepal (SEBON) is preparing to restart the stalled IPO approval process by evaluating all pending and new applications under the Financial Statement Review Standards, 2081, while separate committees work on long-term market reforms.
2 months ago
Nepal Life Credits 5% Bonus Shares to Eligible Shareholders
Shareholders who held Nepal Life Insurance shares as of Poush 7, 2082 BS have now received their 5% bonus shares directly into their respective Demat (beneficiary) accounts.
2 months ago
Gold Price Jumps Rs. 4,200 per Tola, Reaches Rs. 288,000
Gold prices in Nepal rose sharply on Wednesday, with fine gold increasing by Rs. 4,200 per tola to Rs. 288,000, while silver also gained Rs. 95 per tola.
2 months ago
Gold Price Dips Slightly, Silver Extends Gains in Nepali Market
Gold prices fell by Rs. 200 per tola in the domestic market on Tuesday, while silver prices increased by Rs. 30 per tola, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers' Association.
2 months ago
Energy Ministry Pushes to Raise VAT-Free Electricity Limit to 150 Units
The Ministry of Energy is preparing a proposal to increase the VAT exemption threshold on household electricity consumption from 50 units to 150 units, aiming to ease the financial burden on consumers and encourage greater use of electricity.
2 months ago
Nepal's Tea Exports to India Decline in Volume and Value
Nepal's tea exports to India through the Kakarvitta border declined in both volume and value during the last fiscal year, with export earnings falling by nearly Rs 640 million.
2 months ago
Nepal Oil Corporation Raises Fuel Prices, LPG Rate Unchanged
Nepal Oil Corporation has increased the prices of petrol, diesel, kerosene and aviation fuel effective Tuesday, while keeping the price of LPG unchanged despite higher import costs.
2 months ago
Gold and Silver Prices Rise in Nepal on Monday
Gold and silver prices increased in the Nepali market on Monday, with gold gaining Rs 800 per tola and silver rising by Rs 35 per tola.
2 months ago