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Nepal’s Economy Sees Gains in FY25 Despite Trade Deficit
Textile Value Chain
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June 20, 2025
In mid-May 2025, Nepal’s economy experienced moderating inflation and a surge in foreign exchange reserves. Price pressures in the food and beverage category have been witnessing sustained moderation. Foreign exchange reserves have reached 18.4...
Nepal’s Energy Myths: Energy ≠ Electricity ≠ Hydropower ≠ Household Lighting
New Spotlight Nepal
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Nepal's energy discussion has traditionally revolved around a simplistic and outdated formula: Energy = Electricity = Hydropower = Household Lighting. This narrow perspective is prevalent in policy papers, political speeches, and public discourse....
GM, NFR (Construction) inspects the Araria - Galgalia New Broad Gauge Line Project Alongwith Speed Trial
Free Press Journal
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June 20, 2025
The General Manager of Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR)/Construction, Arun Kumar Chaudhary, conducted a comprehensive inspection of the Araria-Galgalia New Broad Gauge (BG) Line railway project on 16th June 2025. The inspection covered the newly...
Shark Hem Raj Dhakal: A visionary entrepreneur fueling Nepal’s economic transformation
OnlineKhabar
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June 20, 2025
Kathmandu, June 20 In a country where dreams often outpace opportunities, Shark Tank Nepal has quickly become a catalyst for change. Broadcasting on Himalaya Television, the show has turned the spotlight on Nepal’s entrepreneurial energy,...
Nepal’s Budget: Translating Fiscal Ambition Into National Confidence
Nepal News
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June 20, 2025
KATHMANDU: When Finance Minister, Bishnu Paudel, tabled the 2025/26 federal budget last month, it arrived with optimism and clarity of direction. Declaring an Information Technology Decade, launching a sovereign AI Center, earmarking capital for...
Revolt Motors Plans to Double Annual Production Capacity After 50,000th Unit Milestone
Autocar Professional
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June 20, 2025
Following the rollout of its 50,000th electric motorcycle, Revolt Motors has announced plans to double its annual production capacity by 2026, expand its dealership network, and strengthen its footprint in India and overseas markets. Revolt Motors...
Indian Embassy in Nepal hosts Yoga Day event in Lumbini a day ahead of grand celebration
The Tribune (Chandigarh)
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June 20, 2025
Lumbini [Nepal], June 20 (ANI): The Indian Embassy in Kathmandu on Friday hosted Yoga Day event in Lumbini, the birth place of Gautam Buddha in Nepal on the eve of the grand celebration on June 21. The Indian Embassy in Nepal in coordination with...
Nepal Struggles With Cooking Transition
The Rising Nepal
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Access to clean cooking is essential to economic development and achieving sustainable development goals. As of 2023, 2.3 billion people worldwide remain without access to clean cooking, and over 3 million people die from household air pollution...
Madhes contributes to 77% of mango production
The Rising Nepal
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By Bijay Kumar Sah,Dhalkebar, June 20: Madhes Province is known as the capital of mangoes along with the grain storehouse. This province is also called the capital of mangoes because it produces the most mangoes in the country. Mangoes, known as...
KMD Brands hit by weaker Oboz and Kathmandu performance
RetailBiz
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June 20, 2025
KMD Brands posted lower sales between August 2024 and May 2025 amid weaker performance from Kathmandu and Oboz. The group’s sales over the 10-month period declined 0.5 per cent while online sales grew 10.7 per cent. Oboz’s sales slid 4.1 per cent,...
World News | Indian Embassy in Nepal Hosts Yoga Day Event in Lumbini a Day Ahead of Grand Celebration
Latestly
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June 20, 2025
Lumbini [Nepal], June 20 (ANI): The Indian Embassy in Kathmandu on Friday hosted Yoga Day event in Lumbini, the birth place of Gautam Buddha in Nepal on the eve of the grand celebration on June 21. The Indian Embassy in Nepal in coordination with...
Business News | World Economic Forum Report Praises India's Efforts in Shaping Global Energy Transition
Latestly
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June 20, 2025
New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): Ranked 4th among the world's five largest economies, India holds a critical position in shaping the global energy transition, not only due to its rapid economic growth but also because of its rising energy demand...
Revolt Motors hits 50,000 EV production milestone, eyes global expansion
Business Upturn
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June 20, 2025
Revolt Motors has reached a significant milestone with the production of its 50,000th electric bike at its advanced manufacturing facility in Manesar, Haryana. This achievement underlines the company’s commitment to sustainability, innovation, and...
Uncertainty clouds MCC in Nepal despite US Embassy’s reassuring statement
Khabarhub
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June 20, 2025
KATHMANDU: A recent statement by the U.S. Embassy in Nepal regarding the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) Compact has triggered a wave of speculation and optimism, but key officials remain unsure about the future of the grant program amid...
From Nepal to Akron to John Carroll, Star Student excited for future
Akron Beacon Journal - Ohio
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When Ananya Sharma, a recent graduate from Our Lady of the Elms High School, was in elementary school at St. Anthony's of Padua, her principal came into her class to look for anyone who could speak Nepali. Sharma, who was born in Nepal and still...
PM Oli to inaugurate Nepal’s first flyover at Gwarko today
Khabarhub
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June 20, 2025
Gwarko Flyover in Lalitpur. KATHMANDU: The construction of Nepal’s first flyover, located at Gwarko Chowk in Lalitpur—one of the busiest intersections in the Kathmandu Valley—has finally been completed. After facing several delays and extensions,...
Neal’s First Flyover Construction Completed
New Spotlight Nepal
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The construction of the flyover at Gwarko Chowk, one of the busiest roads in Lalitpur, has finally been completed. After multiple deadline extensions, the flyover is officially being inaugurated today by Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli. With the...
Making Kathmandu cool again
The Kathmandu Post
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Urban heat was unheard of in the Kathmandu Valley, which was once dotted by greenery, lush paddy fields and open spaces. Residents enjoyed a moderate climate throughout the year. However, rapid urbanisation following the democratic revolution in...
Built to break? The crisis of road construction in Nepal
Khabarhub
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June 20, 2025
KATHMANDU: Roads are a vital mode of transportation in Nepal and are among the most accessible means of mobility for the general public. Yet, many roads across the country are in disrepair, with some deteriorating even before construction is fully...
Nepal News Evening Briefing | Thursday, June 19, 2025
Nepal News
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June 19, 2025
KATHMANDU: Stay informed with Nepal News’ daily evening briefing, covering the most significant developments from Nepal and around the world. From politics and economy to sports, entertainment, and culture, we bring you a concise summary of the...