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Bagmati records highest share of deposits and loans of BFIs
According to the Economic Activities Study Annual Report for Fiscal Year (FY) 2024/25, published by Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) on Thursday, Bagmati Province accounted for 65.8 per cent of total deposits mobilised by BFIs and 59.5 per cent of total loan disbursement as of July 16, 2025.
Jan 02, 2026
Annapurna region sees ‘record-breaking’ tourist arr...
Annapurna region sees ‘record-breaking’ tourist arr...
Jan 02, 2026
Tourist destinations heavily crowded as New Year brings...
Tourist destinations heavily crowded as New Year brings...
Jan 02, 2026
Nepal welcomes over 1.15 million tourists in 2025
Nepal welcomes over 1.15 million tourists in 2025
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NRB bond auction oversubscribed nearly 49-fold amid excess liquidity with BFIs
NRB bond auction oversubscribed nearly 49-fold amid excess l...
According to the NRB, it received applications worth more than Rs 1.22 trillion for its one-year ‘Nepal Rastra Bank Bonds’, against the Rs 25 billion it offered for sale on Monday.
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NICCI and ICT Foundation Nepal join hands to strengthen ICT and startup ecosystem
NICCI and ICT Foundation Nepal join hands to strengthen ICT...
The agreement marks a significant step toward fostering innovation, digitization, and entrepreneurship in Nepal through joint initiatives, according to NICCI President Sunil KC.
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TIA operates beyond capacity as passenger numbers reach 7.8 million
TIA operates beyond capacity as passenger numbers reach 7.8...
CAAN data show that during this period, 2,094,877 passengers departed from Kathmandu to foreign destinations, while 2,003,672 passengers arrived in Nepal.
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Next-gen digital innovators trained at Samsung Innovation Campus Nepal
Next-gen digital innovators trained at Samsung Innovation Ca...
Samsung Innovation Campus (SIC) Nepal announced the completion of its AI & Big Data programme conducted from June 27 to December 31, 2025, alongside the launch of a new batch for Coding & Programming. The programme equipped students with hands-on learning, industry-relevant insights, and pra...
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NRB issues Rs 25 billion in bonds, invites bids from BFIs
NRB issues Rs 25 billion in bonds, invites bids from BFIs
The central bank has issued one-year maturity bonds, with bidding open until 2:00 PM on December 29 through the online bidding system. Only banks and financial institutions are eligible to participate in the bidding process.
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Daily turnover slides to Rs 4.77 billion as NEPSE loses 10.53 points
Daily turnover slides to Rs 4.77 billion as NEPSE loses 10.5...
Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) on Monday declined 10.53 points to close at 2,622.88 points.
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From billion-rupee losses to token bail: Nepal’s Corruption cases raise hard questions
From billion-rupee losses to token bail: Nepal’s Corruption...
Despite claims of corruption causing losses worth billions of rupees, courts have repeatedly released high-profile accused on bail worth only a few lakhs, fuelling public doubts about the strength of investigations and the credibility of Nepal’s justice system.
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Trade via Rasuwagadhi border resumes after six-month closure
Trade via Rasuwagadhi border resumes after six-month closure
The bridge over the Bhotekoshi River, a tributary of the Trishuli River, was swept away by a flash flood triggered by a glacial lake outburst in China on July 8, disrupting bilateral trade through the key land route.
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NRB relaxes foreign exchange limits for silver imports, tightens rules for exporters
NRB relaxes foreign exchange limits for silver imports, tigh...
The latest move comes amid a sharp rise in silver prices in recent weeks, which surpassed $75 per ounce on Friday for the first time.
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Well-equipped hotels rapidly increasing in Nepal
Well-equipped hotels rapidly increasing in Nepal
Investors have increased their investment in hotels, targeting both domestic and international tourists. According to Liladhar Awasthi, information officer at the Department of Tourism, the country’s tourism potential is the main driver for investment. He said that government prioritization of...
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