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Trump Administration Bans In-Country Green Card Status Adjustments for Temporary Residents
The Trump administration has announced a major immigration overhaul, ending the ability for temporary visa holders to apply for green cards from within the U.S. and forcing them to return to their home countries to process permanent residency.
3 months ago
Strait of Hormuz to Reopen Under New U.S.-Iran Framework
President Trump announced that a landmark peace deal with Iran is "largely negotiated," which includes plans to reopen the strategic Strait of Hormuz shipping route despite lingering caution from Tehran.
3 months ago
Gold Plunges by Rs. 2,800; Silver Drops to Rs. 5,010
Domestic bullion rates saw a significant correction on Sunday, with gold prices tumbling by Rs. 2,800 per tola to settle at Rs. 290,900, while silver tracking a parallel decline.
3 months ago
Measles Epidemic Outbreak Strikes Bangladesh
Over 500 children have died in Bangladesh following a catastrophic measles outbreak fueled by immunization gaps from recent political unrest. Hospitals in Dhaka face a severe shortage of ICU beds as an emergency vaccination drive races to reach millions of vulnerable infants.
3 months ago
Kalinchock Hydropower Lists 5.5 Million Units on NEPSE
The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) has officially listed 5.5 million ordinary shares of Kalinchock Hydropower Limited (KHPL). Trading in the secondary market is scheduled to commence on May 25, 2026 (Jestha 11, 2083), with an opening price range designated between Rs. 100 and Rs. 300 for the special pre-open session.
3 months ago
SME Credit Boost: Inside RBB's New Risk-Free Lending Model for Koshi Province
Rastriya Banijya Bank eliminates corporate loan friction by introducing an international, multi-agency portfolio protection scheme to fund local businesses safely. Here are the key numbers and operational facts.
3 months ago
Everest Color IPO: Public Subscription to Open on June 4
Everest Color Limited is rolling out its retail IPO on June 4, 2026. Here is a quick snapshot of the key dates, share quantities, limits, and credit ratings before you apply.
3 months ago
Will the Budget Deliver? Government Under Intense Pressure to Raise Civil Service Salaries
A legal obligation to review salaries every three years has forced a government committee to propose a massive wage hike for civil servants, posing a complex spending challenge for the Ministry of Finance in the upcoming budget.
3 months ago
Banking on Boundaries: Central Bank Outlaws Forced Overtime in Financial Sector
Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has issued a strict amendment to its unified directives, prohibiting banks and financial institutions from forcing employees to work overtime and mandating official financial compensation for extra hours worked.
3 months ago
Naasa Securities Launches Rebranded 'Naasa X Self-Service App' to Revolutionize Digital Trading
Naasa Securities has officially rolled out its upgraded fintech platform, the 'Naasa X Self-Service App'. The newly engineered app brings institutional-grade features—including advanced charting, biometric security, and After Market Orders—straight to the smartphones of Nepalese retail investors.
3 months ago
NEA Fails to Recover Rs 52 Billion in Total Arrears; Flagged for Unapproved Investments
The Office of the Auditor General’s 63rd annual report has exposed massive structural and financial loopholes within the Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA). Chief among the findings is a strict order to collect Rs 26.03 Billion from 59 premium industrial consumers, alongside revelations of Rs 56 Billion in unauthorized corporate investments and severe losses in equipment procurement.
3 months ago
NRB Fixes Forex Rates for Thursday: US Dollar Selling Rate at Rs. 155.22, Euro Crosses Rs. 180
Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has unveiled the official foreign exchange rates for Thursday, May 21, 2026. Under the latest determination, the US Dollar's selling rate stands at Rs. 155.22, while the European Euro peaks at Rs. 180.01 and the UK Pound Sterling reaches Rs. 207.94. The central bank notes that retail rates at commercial banks may vary based on market conditions.
3 months ago