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Base interest rate of commercial banks drops by 0.09 percent
According to statements released by 20 commercial banks, they have maintained an average base interest rate of 5.20 percent for the period between mid-March and mid-April.
Mar 26, 2026
NOC hikes fuel prices by Rs 15 per litre
NOC hikes fuel prices by Rs 15 per litre
Mar 25, 2026
Imports of electrical cooking utensils surge amid uncer...
Imports of electrical cooking utensils surge amid uncer...
Mar 25, 2026
Ridge Line Energy lists 11.85 million shares on NEPSE, ...
Ridge Line Energy lists 11.85 million shares on NEPSE, ...
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Petroleum imports via Birgunj rise to Rs 123.67 billion in the eight months of current FY
Petroleum imports via Birgunj rise to Rs 123.67 billion in t...
According to the Birgunj Customs Office, the imports generated Rs 52.15 billion in revenue during the review period.
11 hours ago
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Transport fares likely to increase by up to 11.33 percent following fuel price hike
Transport fares likely to increase by up to 11.33 percent fo...
The DoTM has submitted a proposal to the Ministry of Physical Infrastructure and Transport to revise fares based on the “scientific fare adjustment system.” Citing rising inflation and fuel costs, transport operators have urged the government to immediately implement the revised fares, s...
13 hours ago
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Profit booking corrects NEPSE by 24.45 points, daily turnover increases to Rs 15.09 billio...
Profit booking corrects NEPSE by 24.45 points, daily turnove...
Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) on Wednesday plunged 24.45 points to close at 2,935.94 points.
16 hours ago
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NRB to mop Rs billion from BFIs for liquidity management
NRB to mop Rs billion from BFIs for liquidity management
The central bank will raise the amount through a bidding process and has invited proposals from banks and financial institutions. The auction is scheduled to take place online at 3:00 pm on Wednesday.
17 hours ago
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Action plan to implement 16th periodic plan made public
Action plan to implement 16th periodic plan made public
The National Planning Commission unveiled the document on Tuesday.
18 hours ago
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Finance Ministry explores strategies to mitigate impacts of West Asia tensions
Finance Ministry explores strategies to mitigate impacts of...
The Ministry of Finance (MoF) has started to study the possible impact of the Middle East crisis citing recommendations to recommend the government on alternative strategies to minimize the possible adverse impacts.
1 day ago
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NIA grills seven insurers over violating laws and financial irregularities
NIA grills seven insurers over violating laws and financial...
According to the NIA, it has taken action against Asian Life Insurance, Himalayan Life, The Oriental Insurance, Himalayan Re-Insurance, Alliant Re-insurance Brokers Pvt Ltd, Neco Insurance and Nepal Life Insurance for not complying with various provisions of the Insurance Act.
1 day ago
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3,500 projects proposed for equalization and special grants
3,500 projects proposed for equalization and special grants
According to the National Planning Commission (NPC), local levels have proposed 3,358 projects and programmes and the provinces 140 projects and programmes for this purpose.
1 day ago
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Solo trekking now allowed in restricted areas, guide mandatory
Solo trekking now allowed in restricted areas, guide mandato...
Under the previous system, even if a guide was hired, solo travellers were not permitted to enter restricted areas. Tourists were compelled to find a partner to meet the minimum group requirement, which often led to inconvenience and, in some cases, forced arrangements with unfamiliar individuals.
1 day ago
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Bird flu confirmed in commercial poultry farms in Jhapa
Bird flu confirmed in commercial poultry farms in Jhapa
Area sealed, movement of chickens and eggs banned
1 day ago