Economy News
Traffic Finally Resumes on BP Highway After 3-Day Shutdown, But Authorities Warn of Imminent Danger
The BP Highway has reopened through a temporary diversion after being blocked for three days by floods, though officials warn of continued risks due to ongoing rainfall.
3 months ago
Gold Prices Take a Hit! Market Watch as Silver Defies Trend with Sudden Hike
Gold prices in Nepal decreased by Rs. 300 per tola today, while silver prices saw a modest increase of Rs. 20 per tola.
3 months ago
PM Balendra Shah’s Bold Housing Vow: Permanent Homes and Digital Verification for Every Landless Citizen
Prime Minister Balendra Shah has announced a nationwide initiative to identify genuine landless citizens and provide them with safe, permanent housing. The plan includes relocating those in high-risk areas and using digital data to resolve long-standing land issues.
3 months ago
30,000 MW Dream at Risk? Nepal’s Energy Sector Paralyzed by Policy Limbo One Month Into New Government
Despite promises of economic prosperity, the new government's first month has failed to resolve deep-seated issues in Nepal's energy sector, including PPA stagnation and infrastructure delays.
3 months ago
‘A Critical Turning Point’: FNCCI President Issues Urgent Call for Economic Transformation to Halt Youth Exodus
FNCCI President Chandra Prasad Dhakal has urged the government and private sector to collaborate on building a self-reliant economy during the organization's 60th Annual General Meeting.
3 months ago
EV Explosion in Nepal: Three Game-Changing Factors Fueling the Massive Shift to Electric Vehicles
Electric vehicle adoption is surging in Nepal due to favorable government tax policies, high bank financing limits, and rising petroleum costs. With imports nearly doubling and infrastructure expanding, the country is rapidly transitioning toward a sustainable electric mobility future.
3 months ago
Digital Crackdown: Nepal Launches High-Tech System to Expose Fake Squatters Nationwide
The Ministry of Land Management has initiated a digital verification process to identify genuine landless squatters and filter out fraudulent claimants using national property records.
4 months ago
Gold Prices Tumble by Rs 1,000 in a Single Day; Here’s the Latest Market Rate!
The price of gold in Nepal has decreased by Rs. 1,000 per tola today, while silver prices saw a moderate increase.
4 months ago
Prosperity Under Threat? Private Sector Leaders Warn Economic Goals Unreachable Without Stability and Respect
Leaders from Nepal's top business organizations have urged the government to prioritize policy stability and legal reforms to boost investor confidence. They argued that achieving significant economic growth is impossible without a strong partnership between the state and the private sector.
4 months ago
Nepal Targets $100 Billion Economy as Finance Minister Vows Pro-Business Budget Revolution
Finance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagle announced a roadmap to reach a $100 billion economy within seven years, emphasizing digitalization and private sector support.
4 months ago
Finance Minister Vows Absolute Protection for Honest Entrepreneurs: 'We Stand With You!'
Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle has pledged the government's full support and security for ethical business owners who contribute to job creation and national economic growth.
4 months ago
Market Panic: Government Investigations into Big Investors and Institutions Send Stocks Spiraling!
The Nepali stock market is facing a downturn driven by a leadership vacuum in regulatory bodies and psychological fear stemming from government investigations into major investors.
4 months ago