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NEPSE Falls 0.95%, Erasing Around Rs 43 Billion in Market Value in One Week Despite Higher Trading Turnover

Nepal’s stock market ended the trading week under pressure, with the Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index falling 25.11 points, or 0.95%, between August 17 and August 21, 2026. The benchmark index closed at 2,618.72 points on Friday, down from 2,643.83 points a week earlier. The decline reduced the total market capitalization of companies listed on NEPSE from around Rs 4.547 trillion to Rs 4.504 trillion, meaning approximately Rs 43 billion in market value was erased during the week.

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Hetauda Textile Industry Comes Back to Life After 25 Years as Looms Resume Production

After remaining shut since 2057 BS, Hetauda Textile Industry has restarted trial production, with 10 looms now producing fabric and three upgraded with automated technology.

11 hours ago4 MIN READ

Pathao Ready to Revise Fares if Common Minimum Rate Is Introduced for Riders

Pathao Nepal says it is ready to revise its fare structure if the government, rider representatives and digital platforms agree on a common minimum fare to ensure fair rider earnings.

2 days ago3 MIN READ

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CIB Freezes Accounts Linked to Share Trader Dipendra Agrawal Amid Market Manipulation Investigation

The Central Investigation Bureau has frozen bank accounts linked to prominent share trader Dipendra Agrawal, his family members and associates as it investigates alleged fraudulent and manipulative stock trading.

3 days ago

Dipendra Agrawal Under CIB Investigation

Ncell Pays More Than Rs 4.96 Arba in License Renewal Fees and Interest

Ncell Axiata has paid more than Rs 4.96 billion to the government toward its mobile service license renewal, including the latest installment and interest accumulated over two periods.

3 days ago

DDC Prepares to Export Ghee to China and Gulf Markets as Farmer Dues Fall

Nepal’s Dairy Development Corporation is preparing to export ghee to China and Gulf countries as dairy sales rise and the payment period for farmers is reduced from up to eight months to two to three months.

4 days ago

DDC Prepares to Export to China and Gulf Markets

Yatri Motorcycles — The electric bike built in Kathmandu

Nepal and India Move to Expand Real-Time Cross-Border Digital Payments

Nepal and India are preparing to expand cross-border digital payment connectivity, including wider UPI acceptance and real-time person-to-person money transfers between the two countries.

4 days ago

Bhat-Bhateni Bhaktapur to Open Grocery Section 24 Hours a Day, 7 Days a Week From Bhadra 1

Bhat-Bhateni Bhaktapur will open its Grocery section 24 hours a day, 7 days a week from Bhadra 1, allowing customers to shop for groceries anytime.

6 days ago

Nepal Moves to Revive Udayapur Cement and Gorkharkali Rubber Industries

Nepal has renewed Udayapur Cement’s limestone licence and begun preparations for full-capacity operations, while experts assess options to revive Gorkharkali Rubber Industry.

6 days ago

Government Revives Plans for Two Major Industries

Hetauda Textile Mill Revival Brings Fresh Push for Cotton Farming in Nepal

The government is encouraging businesses and private investors to expand cotton farming in Nepal as Hetauda Textile Mill resumes operations, with Dang, Banke and Bardiya identified as potential cotton-growing areas.

Aug 16

Government Plans Industrial Security Force, Declares Industrial Areas ‘Peace Zones’

The government has prepared a private investment protection strategy that proposes an Industrial Security Force, peace zones for industrial areas, continuous highway patrols, relief for damaged businesses and at least five years of stability for tax incentives.

Aug 16

Industrial Areas To Become ‘Peace Zones’

From A Rs. 5 Lakh COVID Era Savings Initiative To A Homegrown Footwear Brand: How Yatra Shoes Is Transforming Women’s Footwear In Nepal

Two Young Entrepreneurs, A Five-Lakh Investment, And A Vision To Create Comfortable Footwear Made For Nepali Women

Aug 15

Government Promotes VAT Bills With Cash Prizes, But Complaints Rise Over Bills At Army-Run Petrol Pumps

The government is encouraging consumers to demand official VAT bills through a prize scheme, but complaints have emerged over customers receiving temporary slips at Nepal Army-run petrol stations. The Army says staffing and operating hours create the problem, while the Tax Department says even government-run businesses must follow tax rules.

Aug 13

VAT Bill Complaints Rise At Army-Run Petrol Pumps

Nepal’s Cargo Rail Arrives, But Industries Still Prefer India Due To Higher Handling Costs

Although Nepal has started receiving container cargo trains at the Nepal Customs Yard in Biratnagar, many industries in the Sunsari-Morang industrial corridor continue to use the Indian Customs Yard. Industries say higher handling charges and additional fees in Nepal are making Indian facilities cheaper.

Aug 11

Nepal Could Save Rs 53.66 Billion Annually by Replacing 30% of Fuel Vehicles With EVs

The Rs 53.66 billion figure is best presented as an NEA estimate/projection, not as a guaranteed saving. The available reporting also makes clear that replacing heavy diesel vehicles, particularly long-distance trucks, remains a significant technical and infrastructure challenge.

Aug 9

New Mexico Court Orders Meta To Pay $567 Million Over Harm To Young Users

A New Mexico judge has ordered Meta, the owner of Facebook and Instagram, to pay $567 million and make major changes to its platforms for young users after finding the company responsible for harming children’s mental health.

Aug 7

Nepal Welcomes 71,775 International Visitors In July 2026 As Tourism Recovery Reaches 95.8% Of Pre-Pandemic Level

Nepal welcomed 71,775 international visitors in July 2026, with tourist arrivals increasing 2.3 percent compared to the same month last year. South Asia contributed the highest share of visitors, while Nepal’s tourism recovery reached 95.8 percent of the pre-pandemic level.

Aug 4

Nepal’s Sky Takes a New Leap: Simrik Air Gets Green Light for Full-Time Skydiving in Pokhara

Simrik Air’s subsidiary In Sky Skydiving has received full-time approval from the Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal to operate regular skydiving services in Pokhara, opening a new chapter for Nepal’s adventure tourism sector. With an internationally licensed team and helicopter-based Himalayan skydiving experiences, the company aims to position Nepal as a global destination for extreme adventure activities.

Aug 3

Pokhara Opens New Skydiving Adventure Era

Danfe Airlines Prepares For Nepal Launch After Rebranding Makalu Air

Danfe Airlines is preparing to enter Nepal’s domestic aviation market with ATR 72-600 aircraft after acquiring and rebranding Makalu Air, but final operations still depend on certification and approval.

Aug 3

NEA Forms Probe Committee Into Transformer Procurement, Former Chiefs Kulman Ghising And Hitendra Dev Shakya Come Under Review

The Nepal Electricity Authority has established a high-level investigation committee to examine complaints surrounding transformer procurement, project implementation and other procurement decisions, with purchases made during the leadership of former Executive Directors Kulman Ghising and Hitendra Dev Shakya set to be reviewed.

Jul 31

Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA) has established a high-level investigation committee

Former Nepal Telecommunications Authority Chair Bhupendra Bhandari Arrested In Smart Cell Scam Investigation

Former Nepal Telecommunications Authority Chairman Bhupendra Bhandari has been arrested by Nepal Police's Central Investigation Bureau in connection with the ongoing Smart Cell asset sale investigation.

Jul 31