ECONOMY
NRB to mop Rs 40 billion from BFIs for liquidity management
NRB to mop Rs 40 billion from BFIs for liquidity management
The central bank will conduct the operation through a bidding process, inviting proposals from commercial banks and financial institutions. The online bidding is scheduled for Wednesday at 3:00 PM.
Feb 25, 2026
POLITICS
China to provide four million US dollars for upcoming election
China to provide four million US dollars for upcoming electi...
A cabinet meeting held on Tuesday decided to accept the amount to be received as the grant. Government Spokesperson and Home Minister Om Prakash Aryal also took the decision to approve the investment model for Budhigandaki Project as mentioned in current Fiscal Year's budget and programme. &nbs...
Feb 25, 2026
Market
U.S.–Nepal Startup Weekend Challenge concludes, GarudX wins Rs 350,000 seed funding
U.S.–Nepal Startup Weekend Challenge concludes, GarudX wins...
Out of 283 applications from across Nepal, 25 teams were shortlisted to participate in the event, involving nearly 100 founders. Participants engaged in workshops on business fundamentals, attended training sessions led by expert facilitators, and received targeted one-on-one mentorship from both Ne...
Feb 25, 2026
POLITICS
Baitadi turns battleground for CAN Chief, ex PM’s son, former minister
Baitadi turns battleground for CAN Chief, ex PM’s son, forme...
A diverse and high-profile lineup of candidates has entered the race, making this one of the most intriguing electoral battles in the region.
Feb 25, 2026
POLITICS
HoR election: Border points of Kanchanpur to be sealed for three days
HoR election: Border points of Kanchanpur to be sealed for t...
Assistant Chief District Officer in Kanchanpur, Mohan Chandra Joshi, informed that Nepal's border points with India would be closed from midnight of March 2 to midnight of March 5 in a bid to ensure free and fair election on March 5.
Feb 25, 2026
WORLD
Industrial investment surges on AI, data centres: study
Industrial investment surges on AI, data centres: study
Total investment in industrial projects jumped 32 percent to $1.8 trillion last year, according to an annual global industrial investment monitor published by consultancies Trendeo and McKinsey and CESI engineering school.
Feb 25, 2026
POLITICS
Jhapa-5: Oli confident in party organization, Shah camp trusts the ‘wave’
Jhapa-5: Oli confident in party organization, Shah camp trus...
Shah is determined to defeat Oli on his home turf, while Oli confidently claims he will secure victory by a double margin in his traditional base.
Feb 25, 2026
Market
Gold price remains stable, silver rises
Gold price remains stable, silver rises
According to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association, the price of hallmark gold is fixed at Rs 314,800 per tola today, while silver is priced at Rs 5,715 per tola.
Feb 25, 2026
SOCIETY
Authorities continue market monitoring
Authorities continue market monitoring
In this connection, the Department inspected JS General Store at Kuleshwor, Kathmandu and fined its Rs 10,000 for its failure to maintain standard. The Store was taken action as per Consumer Protection Act, 2075 BS.
Feb 25, 2026
WORLD
New study probes why chronic pain lasts longer in women
New study probes why chronic pain lasts longer in women
Research published in the journal Science Immunology shows that women actually do experience exacerbated chronic pain compared to men -- a gap that can be explained by biological differences in the immune system.
Feb 25, 2026