Kathmandu-Tarai Expressway likely to miss revised deadline again
By Bimal Khatiwada With only 48 percent physical progress achieved, officials say the fast-track project will need at least another two or three years for completion as disputes in the Khokana section remain unresolved.
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.
China-Nepal joint venture to manage Nagdhunga tunnel
By Bimal Khatiwada Operation is expected within three months after staff training as the project nears completion.
Repeated BP Highway closures make Pushpalal only viable option
By Bimal Khatiwada & Kedar Shiwakoti The alternative route connects Khurkot to Manthali in Ramechhap, then to Tamakoshi and Charikot in Dolakha, before linking with the Araniko Highway at Khadichaur in Sindhupalchok and finally reaching Kathmandu.
Draft guidelines propose tech overhaul of public transport
By Bimal Khatiwada New rules call for GPS tracking, AI-based monitoring, panic buttons and digital chit to improve safety, accountability and passenger experience.
1.2 million driving licences printed, backlog clearance set for mid-July
By Bimal Khatiwada Security Printing Centre ramps up production as 2.9 million pending licences are processed in two phases under agreement with Department of Transport Management.
Major road projects hit as West Asian crisis disrupts bitumen supply
By Bimal Khatiwada Contractors warn of delays as Iran war hits supply and monsoon nears.
Parliamentarians throng ministry to clamour for petty projects ahead of annual budget
By Bimal Khatiwada Despite policy push to prioritise large infrastructure, lawmakers submit hundreds of low-budget plans, raising concerns over duplication and federal overreach.
Nagdhunga–Sisnekhola tunnel road near completion, opening hinges on operation deal
By Bimal Khatiwada With 98 percent of work done, authorities expect full operations within three months as staffing, safety systems and toll infrastructure are finalised.
Cabinet delay leaves key expressway section in limbo in Khokana
By Bimal Khatiwada Proposal to shift toll plaza to Pharsidol awaits Cabinet decision as construction reaches 46.88 percent, Mahadevtar tunnel breakthrough targeted by mid-July.
24-hour licence issuance begins from Wednesday
By Bimal Khatiwada Authorities aim to clear 2.9 million pending licences by mid-July.
Nepal weighs ‘infrastructure court’ to fast-track dispute resolution
By Bimal Khatiwada Study panel formed as prolonged litigation stalls development projects and delays contract awards.
Public transport fares rise sharply following fuel price hike
By Bimal Khatiwada Passenger fares to rise by 16.71 percent, with cargo rates increasing by 21.68 percent on hilly routes and 15.75 percent in the Terai under the automatic pricing system.
Licence backlog persists despite 100-day delivery plan
By Bimal Khatiwada Government aims to print and deliver millions of licences by mid-July, but delays and system issues continue to slow progress.
Syaphrubesi-Rasuwagadhi road to remain shut for 45 days over next three months for upgrade
By Bimal Khatiwada Retaining walls will be built at 10 critical sections. Imports and exports through the border point will remain closed.