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Govt fails to meet its target to increase tourist arrivals by 10 percent in 2025
1,158,459 foreign tourists enter Nepal in 2025
Jan 06, 2026
Sanima Middle Tamor Hydropower resumes production after...
Sanima Middle Tamor Hydropower resumes production after...
Jan 06, 2026
Rs 2.56 billion invested in startups in Koshi Province
Rs 2.56 billion invested in startups in Koshi Province
Jan 06, 2026
Second economic census to begin from March 15, data fro...
Second economic census to begin from March 15, data fro...
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Curfew in Birgunj extended until 8 AM amid religious tensions
58 days left for HoR Election: Effective implementation of code of conduct stressed
3Gen Z activist Bhawana Raut asks: Have new political parties forgotten political values?
4Cyber Bureau busts pyramid scam, 11 held for swindling Rs 120.81 million
5Fire breaks out at a timber warehouse in Sinamangal
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Rs 1.68 million in expedition royalties collected this winter
Rs 1.68 million in expedition royalties collected this winte...
KATHMANDU, Jan 12: The government has collected Rs 1.68 million as royalty as of Saturday from mountaineers for winter expeditions to different mountains.
Jan 12, 2020
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Expect a 'game changer' in the economic and social sector: Finance Minister Dr Khatiwada
Expect a 'game changer' in the economic and social sector: F...
KAYHMANDU, Jan 11: Finance Minister Dr. Yuba Raj Khatiwada has said the overall economic indicators of the country were healthy and the economy was moving ahead on the right trajectory.
Jan 11, 2020
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Agricultural grants misused in Province 5
Agricultural grants misused in Province 5
ROLPA, Jan 11: A report has concluded that the budget provided to different co-operatives through the Ministry of Land Management, Agriculture and Co-operative of Province 5 has been misused.
Jan 11, 2020
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‘Nepal and Bhutan are facing similar problems due to climate change’
‘Nepal and Bhutan are facing similar problems due to climate...
KATHMANDU, Jan 11: Minister for Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation, Barshaman Pun has said that Nepal and Bhutan are facing similar problems in the energy sector.
Jan 11, 2020
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Mirjang Bridge shut down again
Mirjang Bridge shut down again
BIRATNAGAR, Jan 11: The Mirjang bridge of Jogbani has been closed from Thursday as the Indian side has closed it for the second phase of maintenance.
Jan 11, 2020
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Nepse shoots up 47 points in week's broad rally
Nepse shoots up 47 points in week's broad rally
KATHMANDU: The benchmark index saw considerable strength since the beginning of the week. After rallying more than 16 points on Sunday, the Nepal Stock Exchange (Nepse) index stretched its gaining streak till mid-week. While Monday saw the major average add over 18 points, Tuesday was marked by anot...
Jan 11, 2020
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10 percent VAT rebate on electronic payments
10 percent VAT rebate on electronic payments
KATHMANDU, Jan 11: Consumers who make purchases through electronic means will now be able to get a 10 percent rebate on the 13 percent VAT they have paid to the government.
Jan 11, 2020
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Minister Pun urges foreign investment in Nepal's energy sector
Minister Pun urges foreign investment in Nepal's energy sect...
KATHMANDU, Jan 10: Minister for Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation, Barsha Man Pun, who is on a United Arab Emirates visit, today held a meeting with Francesco La Camera, Director-General of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) in the UAE.
Jan 10, 2020
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Gold, silver prices fall
Gold, silver prices fall
KATHMANDU, Jan 10: The price of gold which was continuous on the rise lately has started falling. According to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers Association, today, the price of yellow metal witnessed the Rs 900-fall per tola (11.66 grams).
Jan 10, 2020
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Indian import restriction threatens to worsen Nepal’s trade position
Indian import restriction threatens to worsen Nepal’s trade...
KATHMANDU, Jan 10: Nepal’s export is likely to take a hit with the Indian government’s decision to impose restriction on the import of palm oil.
Jan 10, 2020