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Egg Prices Rise Again as Bird Flu Cuts Production
Egg prices in Nepal have increased after bird flu significantly reduced production, while rising consumer demand has tightened supply. However, poultry farmers say current prices still remain below their production costs.
a month ago
Nepal’s Bank Deposits Surpass GDP, Raising Structural Economic Concerns
Nepal's banking system now holds deposits worth 131.76% of the country's GDP, highlighting deep financial penetration but also exposing structural weaknesses as surplus liquidity struggles to flow into productive sectors.
a month ago
Floods and Landslides Disrupt Major Highways Across Nepal
Continuous rainfall has triggered floods and landslides that have blocked or restricted traffic on several major highways in Koshi, Bagmati, Gandaki, and Sudurpashchim provinces.
a month ago
Delhi Youth Protest Sends Strong Warning to Modi Government
Thousands of young protesters flooded the streets of New Delhi, turning a month-long student movement into one of the largest demonstrations against the Modi government in recent years, with demands extending beyond education reforms.
a month ago
Nepal Launches Online Complaint Portal to Combat Foreign Employment Fraud
The government has introduced an online complaint system allowing victims of foreign employment fraud to file cases digitally, while integrating with Nepal Police to speed up legal action against offenders.
a month ago
Government Can Scrap 3% Equity Levy Without Parliament, Economic Act Allows Tax Exemptions
Although the 3% Education and Health Equity Levy has become law, the government can revoke it through a Cabinet decision under provisions of the Economic Act 2083, without requiring a fresh parliamentary amendment.
a month ago
NEPSE Extends Rally, Gains 7.25 Points as Turnover Reaches Rs. 6.67 Billion
The Nepal Stock Exchange continued its upward momentum on Tuesday, with the benchmark index rising 7.25 points, while daily turnover stood at Rs. 6.67 billion.
a month ago
Nepal Misses Power Generation Target, Adds Only 561 MW in FY 2025/26
Nepal fell short of its electricity generation target in the last fiscal year, adding only 561 MW against the planned 942 MW due to floods, landslides, and construction delays.
a month ago
Nepal Launches Bill Lottery: Consumers Can Win Rs. 1 Million Through Digital Payments
The government has introduced a reward scheme offering cash prizes of up to Rs. 1 million to consumers who make digital payments and collect VAT bills, aiming to encourage tax compliance and reduce revenue leakage.
a month ago
PM Balen Shah Holds High-Level Talks to Revive Nepal's Garment Industry
Prime Minister Balen Shah is set to meet garment industry leaders to discuss policy reforms, export promotion, and measures to revive one of Nepal's key export-oriented sectors.
a month ago
Gold Climbs Rs. 1,000 Per Tola, Silver Extends Upward Trend
Gold and silver prices continued their upward momentum in Nepal on Tuesday, with both precious metals recording fresh gains for the third consecutive trading day.
a month ago
Trump Slaps 50% Tariff on Canada, Escalating North American Trade War
The United States has announced a 50% tariff on a wide range of Canadian imports, triggering fresh tensions with Ottawa and raising fears of a deeper trade conflict between the two North American allies.
a month ago