BoP at surplus, inflation exceeds expected ceiling

Published On: May 10, 2023 03:30 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, May 10: The country's balance of payments (BoP) remained at a surplus of Rs 180.17 billion till mid-April, according to a report about the current macroeconomic and financial situation of Nepal unveiled by the Nepal Rastra Bank on Wednesday. Similarly, gross foreign exchange reserves till the date stood at Rs 1433.73 billion and 10.94 billion in the USD terms.

KATHMANDU, May 10: Kantipur City College (KCC) and Suvidha Sewa have recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at fostering career development opportunities for students.

Gold price rises

Published On: May 10, 2023 01:20 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, MAY 10: The price of gold has increased in the Nepali market. According to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Associations, the price of gold per tola has increased by Rs 400.

KATHMANDU, May 10: A two-day EU Nepal Business Forum was held in the capital with the promise of bringing in foreign investment and enhancing trade in Nepal. The program held in the capital for two days on Monday and Tuesday discussed in detail the possibility of foreign investment in Nepal and business enhancement.

IMF recommends for policy-level precautions

Published On: May 10, 2023 10:35 AM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, May 10: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has urged the government of Nepal to apply policy-level precautions stating that Nepal's economy was still at risk.

NRB permits BFIs to alter interest rates on monthly basis

Published On: May 10, 2023 08:20 AM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, May 10: Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has asked banks and financial institutions (BFIs) to fix interest rates on their loans on a monthly basis.

KATHMANDU, May 9: The rhetoric ‘Singha Durbar in every village’ in the new federal setup still seems to be a far cry from reality.

KATHMANDU, May 9: The government has granted permission for a returnee migrant worker to bring an additional mobile device while returning home.

KATHMANDU, May 9: As the weather is favorable for climbing in spring, a considerable number of climbers come to Nepal from all over the world. People climbing various mountains, including Mount Everest, also contribute to government revenue.

KATHMANDU, May 9: Nepal Stock Exchange (Nepse) on Tuesday gained 10.66 points to close at 1,844.36 points, with the banks looking to reduce the interest rates any time soon.