Nepal Rastra Bank has republished its guidelines on carrying foreign and Indian currency across Nepal's borders, reminding travelers to comply with existing declaration and exchange regulations.
Nepal's two key capital market institutions—NEPSE and CDSC—are operating without permanent chief executives, raising concerns over delayed reforms and market governance.
The Nepal Telecommunications Authority has blocked more than 223,000 illegal betting websites and apps as part of a government-led crackdown on online gambling, scams, and unauthorized financial transactions.
Prime Minister Balen Shah is set to meet representatives of Nepal's key export industries to discuss challenges, policy reforms, and measures to strengthen the country's export sector.
Gold and silver prices fell sharply in the Nepali market on Friday, with gold declining by Rs. 5,800 per tola and silver dropping by Rs. 155 per tola.

Nepal imported vehicles worth over Rs. 103 billion in the last fiscal year, with electric four-wheelers declining while demand for fuel-powered vehicles regained momentum.
Escalating conflict in the Middle East has pushed Brent crude to $100 per barrel for the first time since May, fueling concerns over higher inflation, energy costs, and economic uncertainty.
The Nagdhunga–Sisnekhola Tunnel will be officially inaugurated on August 27, with public vehicle access expected to begin by the end of the month after trial operations.
The U.S. has introduced new import tariffs of up to 12.5% on goods from 60 major trading partners, citing insufficient efforts to combat forced labor in supply chains.
The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) bounced back on Thursday, rising 14.17 points to close at 2,726.72, while daily turnover stood at Rs 4.69 billion with Trading sector leading the gains.
Gold prices in Nepal edged higher on Thursday, with hallmark gold increasing by Rs 300 per tola to Rs 291,300, while silver also recorded a gain of Rs 25 per tola.
Floods and landslides triggered by continuous rainfall have damaged the 10 MW Sipring Khola Hydropower Project, forcing a temporary suspension of electricity generation.