- Saturday, 14 March 2026
Laxman Kafle
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.
NEA's profit increases, earns Rs. 15.36 billion in six months
Nepal Electricity Authority has made a profit of Rs. 15.36 billion in the first six months of the current fiscal year 2023/24. As per the NEA's preliminary financial report of the first six months of the current fiscal, it has earned a profit of Rs. 15.36 billion (before tax deduction) during the review period. During the period, the NEA has made a total income of Rs. 67.28 billio
Integrated farming for low residue agro products
Despite having natural landscapes and agricultural diversity, Nepal grapples with a myriad of challenges in its food system. Issues ranging from post-harvest loss, wast
Govt unveils principles and priorities for new budget
The government has presented the principles and priorities of the budget for the fiscal year 2024/25 in the House of Representatives Monday. Finance Minister Dr. Prakash Sharan Mahat presented principles and priorities for the coming financial year focusing on increasing production and productivity by increasing public expenditure on priority projects.
Cumin seeds prices almost halve in two months
The price of cumin seeds (jeera), the common condiment of Nepali kitchens, has decreased substantially in recent weeks. Consumers, who were affected by the sharp rise of cumin price in the last six months have felt a sigh of relief with the fall in its price.
Nepal’s trade surplus only with 29 countries out of 156 trading partners
Nepal has conducted foreign trade with more than 156 countries of the world. Nepal suffers deficits with most countries it has bilateral trade relations.
