- Monday, 8 September 2025
Laxman Kafle
Private sector pins high hopes on Investment Summit
Preparations for the 3rd Nepal Investment Summit slated for April 28-29 in Kathmandu are almost over. On the eve of the Investment Su
Private sector seeking its role for electricity trade expansion
For a few years now, independent power producers have been raising the voice that private companies should be allowed not only in electricity generation, but also in trade. They are institutionally waiting for the permission of the government for trading by establishing a number of electricity trading companies.
Over 150 projects to be showcased in Investment Summit
The Office of Investment Board Nepal (OIBN) has prepared a list of 151 projects for showcasing to foreign investors at the 3rd Nepal Investment Summit 2024 to be held on April 28-29 in Kathmandu.
Gold price sets new record trading at Rs. 139,000 per tola
Attributing to various geopolitical and economic factors, the international gold market over the past few weeks witnessed a significant hike. Gold and silver prices have been
Garment sector on path of gradual recovery
The export of readymade garments, which plays a major role in reducing Nepal's trade deficit, is on increasing trend. It has been seen that the export of readymade garments, which occupy a share of around 6 per cent of the items exported from Nepal, has been increasing in recent months and creates a ray of hope among businessmen to boost export.
Rs. 100 bn investment approved for four energy projects
The Investment Board Nepal (IBN) has approved investments worth almost Rs. 100 billion for energy projects. The 57th meeting of the Investment Board held Thursday under the chairmanship of IBN and Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda' has appro
4% GDP growth estimated in 2nd quarter of FY 2023/24
In its preliminary estimation, the National Statistics Office (NSO) has predicted a 4 per cent growth in the gross domestic product (GDP) at the constant price in the second quarter of the current fiscal year 2023/24.
Cardamom worth Rs. 5.1 billion exported in eight months
Despite a sharp fall in production, Nepal earned almost equal amount from the export of cardamom during the first eight months of the current fiscal year. Increment in the price of car
Real estate slump costs livelihood of many, revenue loss for govt
Dhan Bahadur Chamling, a plumber, is greatly worried now after his business went drastically down. As the demand for underground boring was high in Koteshwor and Bhaktapur areas until three years
Nepal exports goods worth Rs. 100 billion in eight months
Both imports and exports have witnessed a decline during the first eight months of the current fiscal year 2023/24. According to trade statistics made public by the Department of Customs on Tuesday, the country's exports have declined by 3.99 per cent during the first eight months of the current fiscal year compared to the same period of last fiscal year 2022/23.
Nepal's public debt mounts to Rs. 2,388 billion
The total outstanding debt of the government of Nepal reached Rs. 2,388.26 billion as of March 13, 2024. Out of total debt, external debt amounts to Rs. 1,202.73 billion and domestic debt comprises Rs. 1,185.52 billion, according to the report of Public Debt Management Office under the Ministry of Finance. During the first eight months of
Gap between govt income and expenditure widening
The government expenses have significantly been higher than the income during the first eight months of the current fiscal year 2023/24. According to the data of t
Indicators of external sector of economy strengthen further
The indicators of the external sector of the economy have improved further, according to the latest current macroeconomic and financial situation report of the Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB).
Paddy, rice import drops by 45%, wheat imports up by 67 times
Import of paddy and rice decreased significantly during the first seven months of the current fiscal year 2023/24. According to the trade s
Muscular dystrophy lifelong ordeal for affected children and parents alike
Doctors and stakeholders have emphasised the importance of raising awareness and promoting early detection and genetic studies for individuals affected by muscular dystrophy in Nepal.
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