KATHMANDU: Gold and silver prices declined in the domestic market on Friday, with gold falling by Rs 5,900 per tola and silver by Rs 110 per tola. According to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association, the price of hallmark gold has been fixed at Rs 283,000 per tola, while silver is being […]

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Nepal Infrastructure Summit to mark shift from past practices: Finance Minister Wagle

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Nepal Infrastructure Summit to mark shift from past practices: Finance Minister Wagle

KATHMANDU: Finance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagle has said this year’s Nepal Infrastructure Summit aims to break away from traditional practices and usher in significant changes in the country’s infrastructure and investment sectors. Speaking at a press conference in Kathmandu on Thursday ahead of the summit, Wagle said the government was working to establish a distinct […]

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NEPSE sheds 12.95 points as turnover drops to Rs 4.72 billion

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NEPSE sheds 12.95 points as turnover drops to Rs 4.72 billion

KATHMANDU: The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index declined by 12.95 points to close at 2,652.58 on Thursday, while daily turnover dropped to Rs 4.72 billion from Rs 7.43 billion recorded on Wednesday. Of the 13 trading subgroups, only microfinance registered a marginal gain, while the remaining 12 ended in negative territory. Share prices of 211 […]

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Dang produces more than 2,500 cartons of eggs daily

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Dang produces more than 2,500 cartons of eggs daily

TULSIPUR: Egg production in Dang district has gradually recovered, reaching more than 2,500 cartons a day following efforts by poultry farmers to organise themselves and improve market access. Daily production in the district, which once stood at 5,000 to 6,000 cartons, had dropped to around 1,000 cartons due to inadequate marketing arrangements. However, production has […]

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Nepal needs evidence-based climate policies

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Nepal needs evidence-based climate policies

Nepal cannot address the climate crisis through ambitious declarations and international commitments alone. It needs a fundamental shift in its development approach, underpinned by scientific research, stronger institutions, public investment and genuine political commitment. Universities, think tanks and research institutions must play a central role in driving this transformation. Meaningful participation of young people and […]

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Pakistani Ambassador calls on Gandaki Chief Minister, discusses bilateral cooperation

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Pakistani Ambassador calls on Gandaki Chief Minister, discusses bilateral cooperation

POKHARA: Mohammad Aamir Khan, Ambassador of Pakistan to Nepal, paid a courtesy call on Gandaki Province Chief Minister Surendra Raj Pandey in Pokhara to discuss ways to further strengthen the friendly and cordial relations between Pakistan and Nepal. During the meeting, the two sides exchanged views on expanding cooperation with Gandaki Province, particularly Pokhara, in […]

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NEPSE edges up 1.40 points, turnover reaches Rs 7.43 billion

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NEPSE edges up 1.40 points, turnover reaches Rs 7.43 billion

KATHMANDU: The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) posted a marginal gain on Wednesday, with the benchmark index rising 1.40 points, or 0.05 percent, to close at 2,665.53 points. The market had declined by 6.62 points in the previous trading session. The benchmark index opened at 2,668.40 points and fluctuated throughout the trading session, reaching an intraday […]

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Commercial marigold floriculture booming in Dang

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Commercial marigold floriculture booming in Dang

DANG: Commercial marigold farming is gaining popularity in Dang, with more farmers taking up cultivation to meet the growing demand during festivals such as Tihar and Deepawali. Prem Biwas Gharti, an established artist from Tulsipur, has joined hands with four others to cultivate marigolds commercially in Jinuwagaun, Tulsipur Sub-Metropolitan City-17. Gharti said he ventured into […]

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NEPSE gains 6.62 points as turnover reaches Rs 5.65 billion

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NEPSE gains 6.62 points as turnover reaches Rs 5.65 billion

KATHMANDU: The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index gained 6.62 points to close at 2,664.13 on Tuesday, while daily turnover declined to Rs 5.65 billion from Rs 7.18 billion recorded on Monday. Share prices of 143 companies advanced, while 122 declined and 14 remained unchanged. Global IME Bank, Butwal Power Company, Kumari Bank, Soltee Hotel, Sanima […]

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KMC bans sale of plastic flowers and garlands during Tihar

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KMC bans sale of plastic flowers and garlands during Tihar

KATHMANDU: Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) has banned the sale and distribution of plastic flowers, garlands and other plastic-based decorative items during the Tihar festival. Issuing a notice on Tuesday, the Metropolitan City urged shopkeepers, traders and the general public not to sell or distribute plastic flowers, garlands and decorative materials. It warned that any such […]

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Gold price rises by Rs 700 per tola in domestic market

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Gold price rises by Rs 700 per tola in domestic market

KATHMANDU: The price of gold in the local market increased by Rs 700 per tola today, while the price of silver declined by Rs 45 per tola. According to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association, the price of fine gold has been fixed at Rs 275,000 per tola, while silver is being […]

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Farmers in Bhojpur rush to harvest and store paddy as weather clears

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Farmers in Bhojpur rush to harvest and store paddy as weather clears

BHOJPUR: Farmers in Bhojpur have stepped up paddy harvesting and storage activities following an improvement in weather conditions after several days of continuous rainfall. With the skies clearing, farmers have returned to their fields early in the morning to resume harvesting and storing paddy, activities that had been disrupted by the unseasonal rains. The rainfall, […]

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