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Private sector lending growth falls short of NRB target
Despite the central bank’s directive, loan expansion stood at only around six percent (Rs 597 billion) largely due to declining interest rates and excessive liquidity in the banking system.
Jul 21, 2026
MoF enforces guidelines on financial discipline for imp...
MoF enforces guidelines on financial discipline for imp...
Jul 20, 2026
Govt meets only 83.87 percent of the revenue collection...
Govt meets only 83.87 percent of the revenue collection...
Jul 20, 2026
NEPSE climbs to one-month high to cross 2,710 points, d...
NEPSE climbs to one-month high to cross 2,710 points, d...
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Ilam's emerald tea gardens draw visitors throughout the year
Ilam's emerald tea gardens draw visitors throughout the year
Ilam's sprawling tea gardens, cool climate and rich history continue to draw thousands of visitors every year. Beyond the famous Kanyam tea estate, destinations such as Panitar, Antu and the historic Ilam Tea Estate are emerging as major attractions for domestic and international tourists alike.
17 hours ago
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Madhesh aims to boost GDP through expanded economic activities
Madhesh aims to boost GDP through expanded economic activiti...
Concluding that the province's economic potential has not been fully utilized despite its abundant natural resources, fertile agricultural land, large labor force, and opportunities for cross-border trade, the government is moving ahead with programs to expand production, promote industrialization,...
19 hours ago
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Bird flu costs Jawalakhel Zoo Rs 30 million in losses
Bird flu costs Jawalakhel Zoo Rs 30 million in losses
The National Trust for Nature Conservation closed the zoo to the public from June 19 after the infection was detected. It reopened on July 17 after authorities confirmed the outbreak had been brought under control.
22 hours ago
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Foreign employment drops 5.6% as 792,187 Nepalis leave last FY
Foreign employment drops 5.6% as 792,187 Nepalis leave last...
Of the total, 697,091 men and 95,091 women went for foreign employment in the last FY.
23 hours ago
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NEA plans deadline extension for hydropower projects
NEA plans deadline extension for hydropower projects
The deadline, known as the Required Commercial Operation Date (RCOD), is the time period by which a project must begin commercial operation.
1 day ago
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Finance Committee, stakeholders discuss NRB Act amendment bill
Finance Committee, stakeholders discuss NRB Act amendment bi...
Officials from the Nepal Bankers' Association and the Confederations of Banks and Financial Institutions Nepal (CBFIN) were invited to the discussions, according to committee secretary Laxman Aryal. Even the representatives from the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Law, Justice and Parliament...
1 day ago
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Smooth supply of chemical fertilizers assured in Lahan
Smooth supply of chemical fertilizers assured in Lahan
The Company said that last fiscal year, it supplied 16,840.37 metric tons of chemical fertilizers. The existing stock includes 55.60 metric tons of urea, 219.65 metric tons of DAP, 86.65 metric tons of potash and 78.77 metric tons of agricultural lime.
1 day ago
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Gold, silver prices increase in domestic market
Gold, silver prices increase in domestic market
The price of gold soared by Rs 1,900 per tola (11.66 grammes) today, the first trading day of the week, while silver's price reached Rs 4,240 per tola, following a rise of Rs 40, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers' Association.
1 day ago
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Airport woes put Rs 100 billion hotel investment in jeopardy
Airport woes put Rs 100 billion hotel investment in jeopardy
The development of hotels in Lumbini is closely linked to the implementation of the Lumbini Master Plan designed by renowned Japanese architect Kenzo Tange. Work on the master plan began in the 1980s, bringing Japanese officials and Buddhist pilgrims to Lumbini during its implementation.
1 day ago
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Govt prioritizes power infrastructure to boost electricity use
Govt prioritizes power infrastructure to boost electricity u...
The government is focusing on expanding power infrastructure to gradually replace LPG for cooking and encourage greater use of electric vehicles.
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