- Saturday, 20 December 2025
Laxman Kafle
Procedural hurdles hamper Nepal’s hydropower ambitions
Nepal is endowed with immense hydropower potential, yet, structural, financial and institutional challenges continue to prevent the country from achieving year-round energy self-reliance.
Nepal seeks Korean cooperation in energy sector
The Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Nepal, in collaboration with the Independent Power Producers’ Association, Nepal (IPPAN), organised Nepal–Korea Energy Cooperation Seminar in Kathmandu on Monday.
Korea Visa Application Centre opens in Kathmandu
The Korea Visa Application Centre (KVAC) was officially inaugurated in Kathmandu on Friday, marking a major step toward enhancing the visa application process for Nepali citizens travelling to the Republic of Korea.
World Soil Day to be marked with awareness campaigns across Nepal
The government is set to mark World Soil Day on December 5, 2025, by organising a range of awareness programmes aimed at informing farmers and the general public about soil quality and encouraging the adoption of clean production techniques to promote soil health. World Soil Day is observed annually on December 5 to raise awareness and mobilise global efforts for the sustainable man
Unseasonal rains cause over Rs. 6.6 billion worth of losses to agriculture
Unseasonal rains in October and November have caused agricultural losses of more than Rs. 6.6 billion across the country, severely affecting rice, vegetables, sugarcane, fruits and other major crops, according
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NRB cuts rates through monetary policy review, raises loan limits
The Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has announced key monetary policy adjustments aimed at gradually narrowing the gap between the lower and upper limits of the interest rate corridor
Rival NRNA groups unite in PM’s presence
The comprehensive unity within the Non-Resident Nepalis Association (NRNA) has been formally announced, ending years of parallel leadership and internal disputes.
Royal Tulip Chitwan comes into operation targeting high-end tourists
Royal Tulip Chitwan, the first five-star luxury resort in the district, has begun operations, marking a significant milestone in Chitwan’s growing hospitality and tourism landscape.
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Remittances surge 35% in first quarter of current FY
Nepal’s external sector indicators showed strong improvement in the first three months of the current fiscal year 2025/26, driven largely by soaring remittance inflows and foreign currency reserves, and improved current account and balance of payments positi
Tourist arrivals record high in October
Nepal witnessed the highest number of tourist arrivals in October 2025, marking it as the peak month of the year so far for international visitors.
Vegetable prices double amid rainfall disruptions
Consumers in Kathmandu are now shocked by sudden surge in vegetable prices. On Friday, many consumers complained about the skyrocketing prices of vegetables. A few who reached the local vegetable markets returned home without buying any vegetables as they found them highly expensive. "I did not buy anything today when the local shopkeeper asked me Rs. 70 for a small bundle of spinach," said Nilima Ghimire of Old Baneshwor.
FMTC begins purchasing paddy
At a time when farmers have raised grievances over the delay in the government’s paddy procurement programme, the Food Management and Trading Company (FMTC) has begun purchasing paddy as part of its annual plan. The state-owned enterprise has begun paddy procurement from its Dhangadhi Provincial Office since Tuesday.
Nepal, India sign accords to construct two cross-border transmission lines
Nepal and India have signed a Joint Venture and Shareholders' Agreement to construct the Inaruwa–Purniya and Lamki–Dodhara–Bareli 400 kV cross-border transmission lines. The agreement was signed in New Delhi on Wednesday in the presence of Minister for Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation of Nepal, Kul Man Ghising, and Minister for Power of the government of India, Manohar Lal Khattar.
Demand for twinkling lights declines
As the Tihar festival draws closer, people across the country are busy cleaning, decorating, and lighting up their homes with flowers and gleaming lights. However, traders said
Shoppers throng markets to buy dry fruits
With the Tihar festival approaching, markets across the country have seen a surge of shoppers purchasing festival necessities, especially dry fruits and worship items. In Kathmandu, the popular shopping areas like New Road, Makhan, Indra Chowk, and Asan are drawing crowds of consumers, seeking dry fruits and other items required for the festival of light. Many people tend to visit these traditiona
