OPINION
The 2025 Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences: Is Nepal Ready for Creative Destruction?
The 2025 Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences: Is Nepal Ready fo...
In remote Jumla, Nepal, the adoption of digital payments by villagers for traditional woolen products illustrates how technological innovation is spreading beyond urban centres, fostering inclusive microeconomic growth and expanding economic participation. Despite Nepal’s rich human and natura...
Oct 16, 2025
Editorial
Act Now to Prevent Violence
Act Now to Prevent Violence
The government’s ongoing campaign to recover weapons must be strengthened, and public cooperation is vital to bring escaped prisoners back. Civic participation and collaboration among all stakeholders are crucial to prevent potential violence and anarchy. Any negligence in these efforts could...
Oct 16, 2025
SOCIETY
Israel to honor late Nepali student Bipin Joshi with state-level ceremonies, promises full...
Israel to honor late Nepali student Bipin Joshi with state-l...
For nearly two years, Joshi’s whereabouts remained unknown despite repeated diplomatic efforts from Nepal and international organizations. Earlier this week, Israeli officials confirmed that his body was recovered and handed over by Hamas as part of a humanitarian exchange.
Oct 16, 2025
ECONOMY
SEBON endorses work plans to implement govt’s suggestions over secondary market
SEBON endorses work plans to implement govt’s suggestions ov...
The Securities Board of Nepal (SEBON) has endorsed a nine-point work plan to implement the recommendations of the government formed panel to strengthen the performance of Nepal’s secondary market.
Oct 15, 2025
ECONOMY
BFIs can utilise CSR budget for the causes of those affected during Gen Z movement
BFIs can utilise CSR budget for the causes of those affected...
With this amendment, CSR funds can now be used to assist the injured and the families of those who lost their lives during the demonstrations.
Oct 15, 2025
ECONOMY
Students spend Rs 32.76 billion for abroad studies in a month, up 16%
Students spend Rs 32.76 billion for abroad studies in a mont...
As per NRB’s economic report for the second month of the current fiscal year, students spent Rs 32.76 billion from mid-August to mid-September alone.
Oct 15, 2025
ECONOMY
Govt makes its permission mandatory for real estate transactions worth over Rs 30 million
Govt makes its permission mandatory for real estate transact...
In a bid to tighten the noose against rampant property transactions, the government has made it mandatory to obtain permission for real estate transactions worth more than Rs 30 million through a company.
Oct 15, 2025
SOCIETY
Candlelight vigil held in memory of Bipin Joshi (Photos)
Candlelight vigil held in memory of Bipin Joshi (Photos)
Joshi had gone to Israel under the “Learn and Earn” agricultural training program. He was abducted by Hamas on October 7, 2023 and his whereabouts remained unknown for a long time before his death was recently confirmed.
Oct 15, 2025
POLITICS
Dahal hints at possible merger with UML if Oli steps down
Dahal hints at possible merger with UML if Oli steps down
Speaking at a gathering in Benighat Rorang, Dhading, Dahal said the Maoist Centre will prioritize the upcoming elections as its main political agenda. “The new line for the Maoist party is the election,” he said.
Oct 15, 2025
POLITICS
Jitendra Sonal appointed as fourth CM of Madhesh Province
Jitendra Sonal appointed as fourth CM of Madhesh Province
Province Chief Sumitra Subedi Bhandari appointed Sonal to the post on Wednesday in accordance with Article 168(2) of the Constitution of Nepal.
Oct 15, 2025