May 26, 2026, Tuesday

Economy

President’s call to international businessmen to invest in Nepal

President Ramchandra Paudel has called upon international industrialists and businessmen to invest in agriculture, tourism and energy sectors in Nepal. President Paudel made the call today while inaugurating the 37th CASI Conference which will last for two days and is a joint project of Asia Pacific Regional Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CAC) and Confederation…

Eight million tourists entered Nepal in ten months

Eight million tourists entered Nepal in ten months

In the 10 months of 2023, eight hundred and nine thousand six hundred and seventy eight foreign tourists have entered Nepal. According to the data provided by the Nepal Tourism Board, that number of foreign tourists entered Nepal from January to October this year. One lakh 17 thousand three hundred six tourists have visited Nepal…

  • Guterres visit and Nepal

    During the visit of the Secretary General of the United Nations Antonio Guterres to Nepal, two issues mainly gained prominence. First, transitional justice under the embattled peace process in Nepal. Second, the issue of climate change. The League of Nations...

  • Expensive gifts for the Festivals

    Nepalese people take festivals that come every year with special importance. Especially during big festivals like Dasain and Tihar, it is seen that not only family gatherings, worship in monasteries but also increase in the demand for goods and services...

  • The oil corporation has become the tyrant

    The oil corporation has become the tyrant

    Nepal Oil Corporation deals in all petroleum products. Its main purpose is to make high profits, increase operating expenses, pay large commissions to transporters and sellers, and patronize syndicates. This is the business it is running. Now Oil Corporation buys...

  • Domestic flights become more expensive due to Festivals

    Domestic flights become more expensive due to Festivals

    Badadashain, the great festival of Nepali Hindus, has arrived. Due to the increase in the number of passengers going home to celebrate Dashain from various urban places including Kathmandu Valley, the pressure on air services and vehicles has increased. At...

  • An export market saturated with imported goods

    An export market saturated with imported goods

    Recently, it seems that there is a change in the structure of goods exported from Nepal. Until recently, the main items exported from Nepal were woolen carpets, pashmina, jute and jute goods, ready-made garments etc. However, if we look at...