Market
Forex Update: Nepali rupee inches up against US dollar
Forex Update: Nepali rupee inches up against US dollar
The Nepali rupee showed a mild gain against the US dollar on Friday, as per the latest exchange rates published by Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) for 22 foreign currencies.
Aug 08, 2025
SOCIETY
Lumbini, Koshi, Karnali, Sudurpaschim bracing for heavy rain
Lumbini, Koshi, Karnali, Sudurpaschim bracing for heavy rain
This afternoon, skies are expected to remain generally overcast across the country.
Aug 08, 2025
ECONOMY
Govt sets 20 percent ceiling on administrative expenses for mobilization of climate fund
Govt sets 20 percent ceiling on administrative expenses for...
The ‘Climate Fund Mobilisation Work Procedure 2025’ prepared by the Ministry of Finance (MoF) has come forth with the aforementioned plans. The MoF has sought feedback from stakeholders on the prepared draft of the guidelines.
Aug 08, 2025
Editorial
Missed Deadlines, Missed Opportunities
Missed Deadlines, Missed Opportunities
Most of these delays are the result of political disagreements within local councils.
Aug 08, 2025
ECONOMY
Rasuwa border point expected to reopen by mid-September
Rasuwa border point expected to reopen by mid-September
Officials say plans are underway to relocate dry port
Aug 08, 2025
ECONOMY
NRB eases forex threshold for service importers amid healthy reserve levels
NRB eases forex threshold for service importers amid healthy...
Under the new provision, organisations importing services from countries other than India can now receive up to US $8,000 without requiring prior approval from the central bank. Previously, the limit was set at $5,000. “However, regulatory consent is mandatory for payments exceeding USD 8,000,...
Aug 08, 2025
WORLD
Kremlin says Trump-Putin meeting agreed for 'coming days'
Kremlin says Trump-Putin meeting agreed for 'coming days'
The Kremlin said on Thursday that a summit between US President Donald Trump and Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin on Ukraine was set for the "coming days" as US-led efforts to broker peace rumble on.
Aug 07, 2025
ECONOMY
Nepal exports over Rs 17.46 billion worth of electricity in a year
Nepal exports over Rs 17.46 billion worth of electricity in...
In the recently completed Fiscal Year (FY) 2024/25, Nepal exported electricity worth more than Rs. 17.46 billion to India and Bangladesh, marking a significant milestone in the country's energy trade efforts.
Aug 07, 2025
SOCIETY
Forgotten victims: Male survivors of sexual violence during Maoist conflict seek justice i...
Forgotten victims: Male survivors of sexual violence during...
In a patriarchal society where masculinity is often equated with invulnerability, these men continue to carry their trauma in silence—physically broken, emotionally scarred and still awaiting justice. Their pain, long dismissed or ignored, is a stark reminder of the gaps in Nepal’s trans...
Aug 07, 2025
POLITICS
NC opposes EC’s self-evaluation guideline for political parties
NC opposes EC’s self-evaluation guideline for political part...
Party General Secretary Bishwo Prakash Sharma voiced his opposition to the draft through a statement on social media platform X on Thursday, calling it both a personal opinion and an institutional stance.
Aug 07, 2025