ECONOMY
Govt to establish new safety net for NEPSE investors
Govt to establish new safety net for NEPSE investors
The strategy proposes establishing a Central Counterparty (CCP), which will act as an intermediary in the equity market by becoming the buyer to every seller and the seller to every buyer.
Mar 03, 2026
WORLD
'No aborts. Good luck': Key moments in the US war on Iran
'No aborts. Good luck': Key moments in the US war on Iran
The order for the strikes came on Friday afternoon, Caine said. It was issued by Trump and conveyed by Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth to US Central Command (CENTCOM) -- which is responsible for American forces in the Middle East.
Mar 03, 2026
SOCIETY
Fire at Daura Thakali in Lalitpur brought under control
Fire at Daura Thakali in Lalitpur brought under control
The blaze, which started around 3:45 PM, was extinguished after a brief effort.
Mar 03, 2026
SOCIETY
Fire breaks out in Daura Thakali, Lalitpur
Fire breaks out in Daura Thakali, Lalitpur
The blaze reportedly started a short while ago
Mar 03, 2026
WORLD
Gas prices surge 45 percent after Qatar halts production
Gas prices surge 45 percent after Qatar halts production
Qatar Energy, the country’s major energy company, halted liquefied natural gas production at its two main processing plants after the Iranian attack, leading to the price hike from Monday.
Mar 03, 2026
ECONOMY
254 companies gain as NEPSE jumps 38.52 points and turnover inclines to Rs 6.23 billion
254 companies gain as NEPSE jumps 38.52 points and turnover...
KATHMANDU, March 3: Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) surged 38.52 points on Tuesday, the last trading day before the elections of the House of Representatives (HoR), to close at 2,712.49 points.
Mar 03, 2026
POLITICS
RSP candidate Sah’s candidacy cancelled in Dhanusha-1
RSP candidate Sah’s candidacy cancelled in Dhanusha-1
According to the Election Commission (EC), the decision was taken after it was confirmed that Sah’s name appeared on the blacklist of the Credit Information Center.
Mar 03, 2026
ECONOMY
Revenue Consultation Committee seeks public feedback on tax rates and policies
Revenue Consultation Committee seeks public feedback on tax...
Led by the Revenue Secretary, the committee is seeking stakeholder suggestions on revenue policies, tax structures, customs rates, revenue administration, and broader economic reforms.
Mar 03, 2026
SOCIETY
One held a rifle in Bhaktapur
One held a rifle in Bhaktapur
The suspect, originally from Ward No. 9 of Palungtar Municipality in Gorkha District and currently residing in Ward No. 8, Bhumdol, Suryabinayak, was apprehended this morning at around 9 AM, according to the District Police Range Bhaktapur.
Mar 03, 2026
WORLD
Drones hit fuel tank at Oman port: state media
Drones hit fuel tank at Oman port: state media
"A security source reported that fuel tanks at the commercial port of Duqm were targeted by a number of drones, one of which hit a fuel tank. The resulting damage was contained without any human casualties," the Oman News Agency said.
Mar 03, 2026