ECONOMY
BFIs lending to private sector increased 3.3 percent to Rs 153.17 billion in the first 10...
BFIs lending to private sector increased 3.3 percent to Rs 1...
KATHMANDU, June 10: The credit flow from banks and financial institutions (BFIs) to the private sector increased 3.3 percent in the first 10 months of the current fiscal year.
Jun 10, 2023
POLITICS
AFCAN delegation pays a courtesy call on Foreign Minister Saud
AFCAN delegation pays a courtesy call on Foreign Minister Sa...
KATHMANDU, June 10: The members of the Association of Former Career Ambassadors of Nepal (AFCAN) have paid a courtesy call on Foreign Minister Narayan Prakash Saud at the latter's office on Friday.
Jun 10, 2023
POLITICS
‘Electricity Act, 2049 BS which came in force in 1992 is not relevant anymore’
‘Electricity Act, 2049 BS which came in force in 1992 is not...
KATHMANDU, June 10: A cabinet meeting held on Wednesday decided to present the Electricity Bill to the Federal Parliament to regulate electricity trade. Prior to this, the Electricity Bill, 2077 BS – which was under consideration in the National Assembly – was withdrawn by the then Minister for Ener...
Jun 10, 2023
ECONOMY
Delay in construction projects prompts cancellation of contracts
Delay in construction projects prompts cancellation of contr...
KATHMANDU, June 10: The Department of Roads (DoR) has been revoking the contracts of those construction companies failing to complete construction of roads and bridges on time.
Jun 10, 2023
ECONOMY
Nepse gained 73.27 points, while investors earned Rs 107 billion from shares transaction l...
Nepse gained 73.27 points, while investors earned Rs 107 bil...
KATHMANDU, June 10: Nepal Stock Exchange (Nepse) gained 73.27 points last week amid the investors’ dilemma over the government’s income tax policy for the shares investors.
Jun 10, 2023
SOCIETY
Defendants' Debate: Rayamajhi's lawyers criticize Bhutanese refugee leader Rijal
Defendants' Debate: Rayamajhi's lawyers criticize Bhutanese...
KATHMANDU, June 10: Lawyers representing former Deputy Prime Minister Top Bahadur Rayamajhi have criticized Bhutanese refugee leader Teknath Rijal. During the ongoing hearing at the Kathmandu District Court on Friday, Rayamajhi's lawyers made critical remarks about Rijal.
Jun 10, 2023
SOCIETY
Nepal emerges as a favored destination for foreign filmmakers
Nepal emerges as a favored destination for foreign filmmaker...
KATHMANDU, June 10: Over the past few years, Nepal has witnessed a surge in film shooting for Indian movies and web series, solidifying its position as a popular location for foreign filmmakers.
Jun 10, 2023
WORLD
Children who were lost in Colombian jungle arrive in Bogota after rescue
Children who were lost in Colombian jungle arrive in Bogota...
BOGOTA, June 10: Four children, who survived a plane crash and were found alive after 40 days in the Colombian jungle, were flown back to the capital Bogota early Saturday, AFP reported.
Jun 10, 2023
SPECIAL, PHOTO FEATURE/Video
Nepal Pride Parade observed in Kathmandu today (Photo Feature)
Nepal Pride Parade observed in Kathmandu today (Photo Featur...
KATHMANDU, June 10: Nepal Pride Parade was organized in Kathmandu today. The month of June is celebrated as Pride Month according to the Christian calendar around the world. Various identity groups under the gender and sexual minority population celebrate this month in a special way.
Jun 10, 2023
ECONOMY
FENEGOSIDA urges govt to immediately revoke 2 percent luxury tax imposed on gold and silve...
FENEGOSIDA urges govt to immediately revoke 2 percent luxury...
KATHMANDU, June 10: The Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association (FENEGOSIDA) has demanded the government to immediately revoke the 2 percent luxury tax imposed on gold and silver items.
Jun 10, 2023