- Friday, 30 January 2026
Laxman Kafle
Koshi Province economy likely to grow by 3.5% in 2023/24
The economic growth of Koshi Province for the fiscal year 2023/24 is estimated to be 3.51 per cent. The revised estimate for the economic growth of the previous fiscal year 2022/23 was 2.13 per cent.
Chengdu’s Traditional Cuisine Tells Timeless Stories
During my visit to Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan Province in China, I discovered a city that masterfully blends rich culinary traditions with modern innovation. Renowned for its vibrant food culture, panda sanctuaries, and comfortabl
3.4% GDP growth estimated for 1st quarter of FY
The National Statistics Office (NSO) has made a preliminary estimate of 3.4 per cent growth in the gross domestic product (GDP) at the constant price in the first quarter of the current fiscal year 2024/25. In the seasonally una
Nepal records bumper paddy production this year
Nepal has recorded a bumper paddy production this year thanks to favourable monsoon rain. According to a preliminary report made public by the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development on Friday, the country produced over 5.95 million tonnes of paddy this year, which is the highest amount ever produced. It is 4.04 p
Nepal's tourism sector sees notable recovery with 13% growth in 2024
Nepal's tourism sector witnessed a remarkable resurgence in international visitor arrivals in 2024, with a notable increase in the number of international visitors to the Himalayan nation.
Approval of energy roadmap encouraging
The approval of the ‘Energy Development Roadmap and Action Plan 2081’ prepared with an ambitious target of generating 28,500 MW of electricity by 2035 by a meeting of the Council of Ministers on Tuesday has encouraged all those working in the power production sector.
Double-digit growth in exports in first five months of FY
Nepal's exports have recorded a double-digit growth in the first five months of the current fiscal year. According to the trade statistics made public by the Department of Customs on Sunday, goods worth Rs. 73.65 billion were exported during the first five months (mid-November to mid-December) of the current fiscal year 2024/25.
Private sector to construct power transmission line for first time
For the first time, the private sector has entered the construction of transmission lines for domestic power supply. The Tamor-Dhungesangh
Paddy production likely to set new record this year
Paddy production is likely to increase further this year and set a new record. According to a prelimina
Foreign reserves sustain steady growth
Nepal’s foreign currency reserves have witnessed a significant increase in the first four months of the current fiscal year. According to the current
Over one million tourists visit in 11 months
Tourist arrivals have crossed the milestone of one million in the first 11 months of the year 2024. With 114,501 tourists visiting in November, Nepal welcomed 1,055,533 foreign tourists by November this year, according to Nepal Tourism Board (NTB). This is 5.40 per cent higher than the tourist arrivals during the same month of the last fiscal year 2023. But it is only 87.87 per cent of tourists who landed in Nepal in 2019
Hotels multiply, raising hopes for tourism industry, national economy
Nepal’s tourism and hospitality industry has seen a remarkable expansion in recent years, with the establishment of significant number of luxury accommodations, including five-star hotels.
Gold price down by Rs. 15,900 per tola as govt cuts customs duty
After the government reduced the customs duty for the precious metal, the price of gold has plummeted in the domestic market on Monday. In a significant single-day decline, the price of gold fell by Rs. 15,900 per tola following the Cabinet's decision to slash the customs duty on gold.
Nepal starts exporting electricity to Bangladesh
In a significant development for regional energy cooperation, Nepal has officially begun exporting electricity to Bangladesh. The export of 40 megawatts of electricity produced in Nepal to Bangladesh began on Friday.
Soaring dry fruit prices compel consumers to curtail quantity
As the Tihar festival descends upon us, a significant concern has distressed consumers in Nepal: the soaring prices of dry fruits. The consumption of dry fruits hits the peak in Tihar festival as women offer these delicacies to their brothers during the Bhai Tika festival. However, this year, many are finding it increasingly difficult to afford these requisite items due to sharp price hikes.
