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NEPSE slips 5.54 points to 2,635 as daily turnover rises
Most sectoral indices dragged the market down, with declines recorded in all sub-indices except development banks, hotels and tourism, manufacturing and processing, and mutual funds. The trading sector posted the steepest loss, falling 1.16 percent.
Jan 12, 2026
NEPSE restructuring report finalized, panel proposes IP...
NEPSE restructuring report finalized, panel proposes IP...
Jan 12, 2026
NRB continues bond issuance to manage excess liquidity
NRB continues bond issuance to manage excess liquidity
Jan 12, 2026
Development budget utilization below 11 pc in first six...
Development budget utilization below 11 pc in first six...
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Gagan Thapa says NC’s internal debate is ideological, not a power struggle
Deuba consults with close aides as party's Special Convention begins
3Thousands of NC cadres join Special General Convention amid fears of party split
4Gagan–Bishwa partnership signals a push to revive the NC
5NC leader Dr Chandra Bhandari mocks party leadership’s luxury obsession
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Tourist arrivals decline in Mustang as winter cold intensifies
Tourist arrivals decline in Mustang as winter cold intensifi...
As temperatures continue to drop during the winter season, hotels in the district headquarters Jomsom and along the national highway have started to appear deserted. The winter season traditionally brings a complete halt to tourism in Mustang, forcing tourism entrepreneurs to move to lower regions t...
1 day ago
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Gold being traded at Rs 270,600 per tola today
Gold being traded at Rs 270,600 per tola today
According to the Federation of Gold and Silver Dealers' Association, gold is being traded at Rs 270,600 per tola (11.66 grams) today against Rs 267,800 per tola on Friday. It has increased by Rs 2,800 per tola today as compared to Friday.
1 day ago
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Forex Updates: USD selling at Rs 144.57, euro at 168.35
Forex Updates: USD selling at Rs 144.57, euro at 168.35
The buying rate of one euro is Rs 167.65, and the selling rate is Rs 168.35. One UK pound sterling is priced at Rs 193.09 for buying and Rs 193.90 for selling. The Swiss franc has been fixed at Rs 180.02 for buying and Rs 180.77 for selling.
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ECONOMY
Forex Updates: USD selling at Rs 144.57, euro at 168.35
Forex Updates: USD selling at Rs 144.57, euro at 168.35
The buying rate of one euro is Rs 167.65, and the selling rate is Rs 168.35. One UK pound sterling is priced at Rs 193.09 for buying and Rs 193.90 for selling. The Swiss franc has been fixed at Rs 180.02 for buying and Rs 180.77 for selling.
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Silk industry highlighted as key to rural income, employment, and exports
Silk industry highlighted as key to rural income, employment...
Promotion of sericulture and the silk industry can be a key to boosting rural income, creating jobs, and promoting exports through coordinated development and skill-building initiatives.
2 days ago
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Revised casino regulations make records mandatory for customers spending over Rs 200,000
Revised casino regulations make records mandatory for custom...
This marks the second amendment to the instructions issued to casinos, which are classified as reporting institutions. The revision has been made by exercising authority under Section 7(P), Sub-section (2) of the Anti-Money Laundering Act, 2064, and Section 45(D) of the Tourism Act, 2035 (with amend...
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Water Energy Solution to launch IPO
Water Energy Solution to launch IPO
The firm, which is constructing the 8.3 MW Upper Deumai River hydropower project in Ilam, has appointed Himalayan Capital as its issue and sales manager.
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Foreign Exchange Reserves rise 19.6 pc to over Rs 3.2 trillion, BoP surplus at Rs 421 bill...
Foreign Exchange Reserves rise 19.6 pc to over Rs 3.2 trilli...
The country’s foreign exchange reserves increased from Rs 2.67 trillion at mid-July 2025 to Rs 3.20 trillion by mid-November 2025, reflecting improved external sector performance despite sluggish domestic economic activity.
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Remittance inflows rise 35.6pc, Rs 870 billion received in five months
Remittance inflows rise 35.6pc, Rs 870 billion received in f...
NRB data show that Rs 870.31 billion was received between mid-July and mid-December of Fiscal Year (FY) 2025/26. Of the total inflow, Rs 183.18 billion was remitted in mid-November alone.
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Tourism source markets weaken as Indian and Chinese arrivals decline
Tourism source markets weaken as Indian and Chinese arrivals...
India and China are considered Nepal’s primary tourism source markets. However, recent years have seen a steady drop in visitors from both countries, raising concerns within the tourism sector. According to the Nepal Tourism Board, while Indian and Chinese tourists still make up a significant...
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