Revenue Consultation Committee seeks public submissions on tax rates, revenue polices

KATHMANDU:- In preparation for the formulation of the budget of the upcoming fiscal year 2082–83 BS (2026–27), the government has invited public submissions regarding tax rates and revenue..

Gold and silver prices rise

KATHMANDU:- Today, the local market has witnessed an increase in the prices of gold and silver. In comparison to last Friday, gold has risen by Rs 5,600 per tola (11.66 grammes), while silver has..

NOC maintains price of petroleum products ‘as it is’

KATHMANDU:- The Nepal Oil Corporation (NOC) has decided to maintain the current prices of petroleum products in Nepal, even in light of the increase in international petroleum prices. In a..

FNCCI Chair Dhakal wants extension of time for Nepal’s transition to status of developing country

KATHMANDU:- President of the Federation of Nepalese Chamber of Commerce and Industries (FNCCI), Chandra Prasad Dhakal, held a meeting with UN Resident Coordinator in Nepal, Lila Pieters Yahia, on..

Nepal, India sign pact to boost cross-border biodiversity protection

KATHMANDU:- Nepal and India on Wednesday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening cross-border biodiversity conservation and curbing wildlife crime. The agreement was..

China to provide four million US dollars for upcoming election

KATHMANDU:- The Chinese government is to provide four million US dollars to Nepal for the upcoming election to the House of Representatives. A Cabinet meeting held today decided to accept the..

Slight increase in gold price

KATHMANDU:- The price of gold has increased by Rs 1,300 per tola (11.66 grammes) in the domestic market today as compared to Monday. However, the price of silver has declined by Rs 10 per..

FCAN says over 30,000 projects affected by lack of resources guarantee

KATHMANDU:- The Federation of Contractors’ Associations of Nepal (FCAN) has said that over 30,000 projects are marred by the lack of resources, thus falling in limbo. At a press meet organized..

Preparations on to implement policy of mixing 10 percent ethanol in petrol

KATHMANDU:- Preparations are underway to immediately implement the policy of mixing 10 percent ethanol in petrol in Nepal. In the programme on ‘Ethanol Blending Policy in Nepal: Opportunities,..

Master ToT Program launched to ensure quality in National Economic Census

KATHMANDU:- The National Statistics Office Nepal has launched the Master Training of Trainers (ToT) Program in preparation for the upcoming National Economic Census 2082. Speaking about the..

Nepal and India should work for stronger digital trade systems, says FNCCI Chair Dhakal

KATHMANDU:- President of Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI) Chandra Prasad Dhakal has expressed the belief that both India and Nepal should work towards deeper economic..

Slight decline in gold, silver prices

KATHMANDU:- The price of gold and silver has slightly decreased in the domestic market today. The price of gold has declined by Rs 1,500 per tola (11.66 grammes) while that of silver by Rs 5 per..

NRB takes action against three commercial banks

KATHMANDU:- Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has taken action against three commercial banks. The central bank has slapped action against the NIC Asia Bank, Global IME Bank Limited and Nepal Investment..

Capital spending sits at 15%, deficit hits Rs. 119B

KATHMANDU:- The government’s capital expenditure has remained sluggish in the first seven months of the current fiscal year 2025/26, with spending reaching only 15.62 per cent of the allocated..

Price of gold and silver declines in domestic market

KATHMANDU:- The price of gold has been determined at Rs 303,500 per tola and that of silver at Rs 5,000 per tola in the domestic market today. On Thursday, hallmark gold was traded at Rs 306,500..

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