Over 226,000 people could be affected by monsoon disasters this year
Lumbini Province identified as the most vulnerable during the 2026 monsoon season, with risks of floods, landslides, heatwaves, and glacial lake outburst floods expected across the country.
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Over 226,000 people could be affected by monsoon disasters this year
Lumbini Province identified as the most vulnerable during the 2026 monsoon season, with risks of floods, landslides, heatwaves, and glacial lake outburst floods expected across …
NEPSE extends rally for third straight day, gains 38 points as all sectors advance
The market continued its recovery on Monday with the NEPSE index climbing 38.19 points to 2,783.85. All sectoral indices ended higher, while trading turnover rose …
Weaker monsoon, hotter temperatures this year, says DHM
DHM has forecast below-average rainfall and above-average temperatures across Nepal during this year’s monsoon season, raising concerns over agriculture and possible declines in rice production.
Nepal and China Sign agreement for second phase of Ring Road expansion
The project to expand the 8.2 km Kalanki-Basundhara road section will be carried out with a Chinese grant of around NRs 11 billion.
Farmers urged to store wheat safely as weather turns unfavorable
Authorities warn of rising risk of crop damage due to fog, rain, and changing weather conditions; farmers advised to bring harvested wheat home for proper …
Wind gust expected to begin at 4 pm on Wednesday
Strong winds expected to hit Nepal from 4 PM Wednesday to 6:45 AM on Thursday; multiple provinces and districts at risk as weather system intensifies.
NEPSE edges up by 7.73 points despite drop in turnover
Market posts modest gains led by manufacturing sector, while trading volume declines and a handful of stocks hit circuit limits
Supreme Court orders government to justify appointment of Attorney General Kandel
Court seeks explanation over allegations of ineligibility and calls both sides for hearing on interim order on April 17.
Air pollution in the valley rises drastically
Air quality in the Kathmandu Valley has sharply deteriorated, with AQI levels surging into the “very unhealthy” range due to dry conditions, lack of rainfall, …
Home Minister Sudan Gurung steps down
Sudan Gurung resigns as Home Minister amid mounting scrutiny over investment links, citing the need for a transparent investigation and public accountability.
SEBON allows 24-hour order placement; new circuit breaker rules from Monday
Investors can now place share buy and sell orders round the clock, as regulators approve sweeping changes aimed at boosting market access, including for non-resident …
Public debt reaches NRs 2.93 trillion, exchange loss over 115 billion
At the beginning of the fiscal year in mid-July 2025, total public debt stood at NRs 2.67 trillion.