KATHMANDU, Feb 2: The government has decided to cut down unnecessary expenses to maintain a fiscal balance that has become vulnerable due to the gap in government expenditure and income.

KATHMANDU, Feb 2: India has increased its pledged annual grant to Nepal by a notable 29.41 percent for India’s next fiscal year that will begin on April 1.

KATHMANDU, Feb 1: Nepal Insurance Authority (NIA) on Wednesday gave an ultimatum of next one week to Nepal Insurance, IME General Insurance and Prudential Insurance to conclude their merger plan.

POKHARA, Feb 1: Air accidents in Nepal have recently slowed down the tourism business during the off-season entering Nepal in this off-season as well.

KATHMANDU, Feb 1: Nepal Stock Exchange (Nepse) on Wednesday increased nominally by 4.97 points to close at 2,116.65 points.

Bill on money laundering to be amended through fast track process

Published On: February 1, 2023 12:00 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Feb 1: It has been decided that the bill to amend some laws related to money laundering will be moved forward on a fast track basis.

KATHMANDU, Feb 1: International Finance Corporation (IFC) on Wednesday announced the appointment of Riccardo Puliti as its new Regional Vice President for Asia and the Pacific. Puliti will oversee IFC’s regional efforts in spurring private sector growth and identifying impactful collaborations for a green, resilient, and inclusive recovery, in response to multiple crises and a deteriorating global economic outlook.

Gold price increases by Rs 500 per tola

Published On: February 1, 2023 11:30 AM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Feb 1: The price of gold has increased by Rs 500 per tola in the domestic market today.

KATHMANDU, Feb 1: Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has reduced the transaction fee for ATM users who use the card to carry out the interbank service.

SIC and LGIC ink agreement to finalize merger deal

Published On: January 31, 2023 09:55 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, Jan 31: Sagarmatha Insurance Company (SIC) and Lumbini General Insurance Company (LGIC) on Tuesday signed a final agreement to merge.