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NRB study reveals dire financial conditions of Pokhara Finance, Narayani Development Bank, and Janaki Finance
The NRB’s in-depth study about Pokhara Finance, Narayani Development Bank, and Janaki Finance has found that these financial institutions are in dire straits.
Jan 15, 2025
UK Member of Parliament pledges to resume direct flight...
UK Member of Parliament pledges to resume direct flight...
Jan 15, 2025
Capital expenditure dismal in the first half of current...
Capital expenditure dismal in the first half of current...
Jan 15, 2025
NRB proposes allowing cooperatives take loans from bank...
NRB proposes allowing cooperatives take loans from bank...
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AIRDC Conference concludes with calls for lowering insurance cost
AIRDC Conference concludes with calls for lowering insurance...
KATHMANDU, Sept 27: The 21st AIRDC (Association of Insurers and Reinsurers in Developing Countries) Conference 2018 concluded in Kathmandu on Wednesday with calls to lower micro insurance premium.
Sep 27, 2018
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Nepal’s economy to grow at a healthy, but slower rate in FY2019: ADB
Nepal’s economy to grow at a healthy, but slower rate in FY2...
KATHMANDU, Sept 26: Nepal’s economy is anticipated to grow by 5.5% (at basic prices) in fiscal year (FY) 2019, down from 5.9% a year earlier says the latest Asian Development Bank (ADB) Nepal Macroeconomic Update.
Sep 26, 2018
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Oil surges to 4-year high as investors see no sign of production rise amid Iran sanctions
Oil surges to 4-year high as investors see no sign of produc...
BRUSSELS, Sept 26: Crude oil prices have jumped to the highest level since November 2014 as key producers like Russia and OPEC are not increasing production, while Iran will soon be hit by US sanctions on its energy industry.
Sep 26, 2018
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US-EU rift cracks wide open over Iran sanctions
US-EU rift cracks wide open over Iran sanctions
TEHRAN, Sept 26: Tensions have escalated between the US and European Union (EU) countries over their plan to preserve business with Iran and avoid renewed American sanctions.
Sep 26, 2018
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Nepse surges as turnover cross Rs. 1 billion mark
Nepse surges as turnover cross Rs. 1 billion mark
KATHMANDU, Sept 26: Significant strength was visible in the bourse since the beginning of Tuesday's trading session. Subsequently, the benchmark Nepal Stock Exchange (Nepse) traded 17 points higher in the afternoon.
Sep 26, 2018
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Transport operators impose increased fares in Khotang
Transport operators impose increased fares in Khotang
KATHMANDU, Sept 26: Transport entrepreneurs of Khotang district have raised fares on public vehicles by 10 percent, immediately after the government in Kathmandu agreed to let transport organizations raise fares.
Sep 26, 2018
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Insurance solutions underlined for disaster protection
Insurance solutions underlined for disaster protection
KATHMANDU, Sept 26: Minister for Finance Yuba Raj Khatiwada has said that the weather, particularly climate change, has become a big challenge for insurance companies.
Sep 26, 2018
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Packages abound as more Nepalis opt to travel
Packages abound as more Nepalis opt to travel
KATHMANDU, Sept 26: As an indication of the citizens' changing travel habits, more Nepalis are setting out for international tours in recent years, especially during the festivals and holidays.
Sep 26, 2018
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Women entrepreneurs association formed in Makwanpur
Women entrepreneurs association formed in Makwanpur
MAKWANPUR, Sept 25: Women entrepreneurs of the district have formed a Women Entrepreneurs Association Makwanpur-chapter.
Sep 25, 2018
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Nepal climbs five spots in economic freedom; ranks 102nd among 162 jurisdictions
Nepal climbs five spots in economic freedom; ranks 102nd amo...
KATHMANDU, September 25: Nepal has ranked102nd out of 162 countries and territories included in the Economic Freedom of the World: 2018 Annual Report.
Sep 25, 2018