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Nepal court orders more free electricity from Phukot Karnali as developer says provision will make project unviable
By Seema Tamang Government directed to revisit deal with India’s state-owned NHPC under which Nepal was to receive 21.9 percent free electricity from the 480 MW project.
Karnali youth leaders seek Israeli support for agricultural modernisation
By Post Report Delegation urges technology transfer, investment and revival of “Learn and Earn” programme to boost value addition and global market access for indigenous crops.
Kami Rita Sherpa sets new world record with 32nd Everest summit
By Post Report The Department of Tourism said Kami Rita reached the summit at 10:12am on Sunday.
BYD’s robot-run factory in China builds an EV in under a minute
By Bimal Khatiwada Chinese electric vehicle giant says its Zhengzhou plant operates with 98 percent automation as it rapidly expands production and charging infrastructure.
Humanoid robots await laws for Everest mission
By Sangam Prasain A Chinese-made and US-backed humanoid robot could become the first bipedal machine tested on Mount Everest, but Nepal must first draft laws governing non-human expeditions.
Nepal will seek delayed LDC graduation citing economic constraints
By Krishana Prasain & Sajana Baral Government officials and private sector leaders say Nepal lacks the economic strength, trade preparedness, and investor confidence needed to graduate from Least Developed Country status in 2026.
Market declines as investors lose Rs23 billion in weekly wealth
By Pritam Bhattarai NEPSE index falls 0.5 percent amid cautious sentiment, though analysts see support above 2,680 ahead of budget announcement.
NEPSE this week
By Post Report Here is a snapshot of what happened at the stock market this week.
Unsettled amount hit Rs755 billion as Rs88 billion added in a year
By Matrika Dahal Auditor general’s report uncovers nearly Rs100 billion as irregularities during audits of Rs9.48 trillion spent by 5,526 offices in fiscal year 2024–25.
Banking sector on edge after Pandey’s arrest
By Yagya Banjade Bankers say arrest over collateral sale under loan recovery process has raised concerns over regulatory clarity and investor confidence.
India’s protectionist policies squeeze Nepali markets and raise food security fears
By Sangam Prasain & Krishana Prasain Repeated export curbs on sugar, rice and other essentials expose Nepal’s heavy dependence on India as officials and experts warn of inflation, shortages and rising pressure on foreign currency reserves.
India bans sugar exports until Sept 2026 to cool local prices
By Reuters The move is likely to support global white and raw sugar prices, while allowing rival producers Brazil and Thailand to boost shipments to Asian and African buyers.
Kantipur Economic Summit highlights push for reforms, policy stability and private-sector-led growth
By Abiral Gautam Finance minister says upcoming budget will prioritise digital economy, while business leaders warn policy uncertainty is discouraging investment.
Everest route opens as 14 Nepali climbers reach summit
By Sangam Prasain Weather window from May 17 likely to trigger summit rush as Nepal records highest-ever Everest permits and royalty earnings.
Business leaders call for stable policies and stronger government-private partnership at Kantipur Economic Summit
By Post Report Say frequent policy changes, regulatory uncertainty and weak infrastructure are holding back investment and industrial growth in Nepal.
Private sector key to Nepal’s infrastructure push and job creation, says World Bank official
By Post Report David Sislen says Nepal must change its perception of private enterprise and treat it as a driver of economic growth.
Everest summit route opened as rope-fixing team reaches top
By Sangam Prasain Record 492 foreign climbers permitted this season as expeditions prepare for summit pushes.
Nepal EV boom outpaces infrastructure and skilled workforce
By Krishana Prasain Despite EVs dominating new passenger car imports, roads remain poor, charging stations are limited, and service centres are scarce, government report says.
Nepal enters global top 20 in outsourcing competitiveness index
By Krishana Prasain Strong English skills and low labour costs help Nepal outperform 174 countries, though experts warn policy uncertainty and weak digital infrastructure could limit growth.
Nepal outlines 7 percent growth ambition under broad reform agenda, challenges remain
By Yagya Banjade Growth strategy focuses on governance overhaul, capital mobilisation, and digital economy expansion.