National News
Paramount Motors Set to Disrupt Nepal’s EV Market with Massive New Wuling Lineup and 8-Year Battery Warranty!
Paramount Motors is expanding its electric vehicle range in Nepal by introducing several new Wuling models, including high-range SUVs and premium MPVs. The expansion aims to boost sustainable mobility options with the support of an eight-year battery warranty.
Sweeping Governance Overhaul: PM’s Advisor Vows New Ordinances Will Smash Red Tape
Prime Minister’s advisor Asim Shah has defended the government's latest ordinances, stating they are essential for removing legal bottlenecks and improving public service delivery.
Gold Price Slumps by Rs. 3,000; See Today’s Rate
Gold prices, a highly valued asset, have decreases by Rs. 3,000 per tola today, now standing at Rs. 294,500 per tola. This fall is a sharp jump from the previous rate of Rs. 297,500 per tola. The Fed
NEPSE Declines by Double Digits to Settle at 2,744.45 Level
The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) recorded a double digit loss today, declining by 25.81 points (0.93%) to settle at 2,744.45. This comes after double digit fall of of 26.16 points in the previous trad
Mahalaxmi Bikas Bank Expands CSR Initiatives in Environment, Education, and Financial Literacy
Mahalaxmi Bikas Bank Limited has carried out various corporate social responsibility (CSR) activities aligned with its policy on education, health, environment, disaster management, and sustainable de
Rastriya Banijya Bank Expands Affordable Agricultural Lending Across Nepal
Rastriya Banijya Bank Limited (RBBL) is prioritizing investment in productive sectors, especially agriculture, by providing large-scale concessional loans to farmers and agribusinesses. By the end of
Shivam Cements Supports Education of Physically Challenged Student in Rolpa
Shivam Cements Limited has decided to support the education of 12-year-old Sandeep Budha Magar from Rolpa, who is physically disabled and unable to use both hands. Despite his condition and financial
NIICE to Host Global Webinar on Perception of Balen Shah’s Leadership
The Nepal Institute for International Cooperation and Engagement (NIICE) is organizing a webinar titled “How The World Sees Balen’s Leadership in Nepal” on April 29, 2026. The event will run from 14:0
Central Bank to Collect Rs. 40 Billion from Banks via Auction
Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has announced that it will collect deposits worth Rs. 40 billion from banks and financial institutions through a bidding process. According to a notice published today, the ce
Vishnu K. Agarwal: Driving Force Behind MAW Group’s Multi-Sector Growth
Vishnu K. Agarwal is the Chairman and Managing Director of MAW Group of Companies, a leading Nepal-based business group with diversified interests in automobiles, heavy equipment, petro products, educ
Rising Global Prices and War: Nepal’s Agriculture Faces Imminent Supply Crisis.
International geopolitical tensions between the US, Israel, and Iran have halted the import of 94,000 tons of chemical fertilizer already purchased by Nepal. With global prices doubling, the government has made an urgent formal request to India for 150,000 tons via a Government-to-Government (G2G) mechanism to prevent a crisis during the upcoming rice-planting season.
Global Solutions for Squatter Issues: Can Balen’s Vision of the "Singapore Model" Transform Kathmandu?
As the government initiates a nationwide campaign to manage squatter settlements, starting from Thapathali and Shantinagar, attention has turned to global success stories. While nearly 1 billion people live as squatters globally, countries like Singapore, India, and Peru offer diverse strategies. Kathmandu Mayor Balen Shah is reportedly looking toward the Singapore HDB Model, which focuses on turning displaced residents into modern homeowners through state-backed high-rise housing.