Investment locked in. 5,000 tonnes of meat to be exported daily from June next year.

Policy inconsistency, tax complications, weak institutional support cited as major hurdles.

As tensions in West Asia flare, experts warn of severe repercussions for Nepal’s remittance-driven economy.

Despite official inflation at a four-year low, for most families, everyday costs remain high.

In its first three months of operation, Nepal’s consumer court has ruled in favour of consumers in three major cases.

Nepal’s new IP bill promises fines, licence revocations, and product seizures to curb counterfeit culture.

Bullion traders warn that high taxes will push more Nepali buyers toward border markets in India, where gold is comparatively cheaper.

Tariff revision aims to plug duty-free SAFTA loopholes being exploited by Nepali traders.

Budget 2025–26 introduces sweeping tax incentives for tech exports, startups, and green hydrogen firms, while raising duties on alcohol, tobacco, and luxury goods.

The proposed policy allows remote workers to live, work, open bank accounts, and even register vehicles in Nepal, with infrastructure development and tax provisions to attract high-earning global talent.

Some trade experts also criticise Nepal government’s poor commitment to prior exchange of information on exports and imports.

A Bagmati provincial parliamentary committee proposes that the government monitor software developed by private companies, including real-time access to ride data.

A stronger law is in the works to tackle rampant imitation of popular brands and protect original creations.

Cabinet endorses investment strategy for the shuttered factories. Expert committee to submit a report within three months.

Tests reveal alarming levels of organophosphates in vegetables sold in Kathmandu. These cause nerve damage.