Global ride-hailing giant launches in Nepal as its 10th Asia-Pacific market, testing subscription and commission models while planning future services in food delivery, courier and intercity travel.

Indian buyers halt purchases as India Tea Board resumes mandatory sampling and laboratory approval of Nepali tea; exporters fear renewed losses despite recent easing of restrictions.

The timing of the 2026 tournament has presented a unique challenge. Many restaurateurs in Kathmandu say they are up for it, even if business prospects remain uncertain.

Other tax reforms include higher excise on sin goods, digital VAT incentives, and major relief measures for businesses and middle-class taxpayers.

New study warns extreme heat is worsening health risks, wage losses and food insecurity for migrant and informal workers in Nepal’s capital.

Rising cost of rice, edible oil and transport squeezes households as stagnant incomes and global shocks fuel stagflation fears.

Government cites weak growth, geopolitical shocks, declining productivity and risks to jobs and exports in request to defer graduation until 2029.

Days after Current noodles, popular Dabur honey product flagged to be unsafe for consumption.

Now Nepali tea meant for Indian domestic market won’t require testing, but tea for re-export from India will be tested.

Prime Minister’s social media endorsement sends sales soaring, reviving interest in a traditional Himalayan product and offering fresh hope to Nepal’s struggling dairy sector.

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.

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.

Despite EVs dominating new passenger car imports, roads remain poor, charging stations are limited, and service centres are scarce, government report says.

Strong English skills and low labour costs help Nepal outperform 174 countries, though experts warn policy uncertainty and weak digital infrastructure could limit growth.

Report warns prolonged West Asia conflict may deepen poverty, disrupt remittance flows, raise food and fertiliser costs, and slow Nepal’s economic growth.