Daily turnover stays between Rs 8 and 9 billion. Market capitalisation jumps by Rs 94 billion.

Gold swings between Rs 297,600 and Rs 291,400. International prices and local demand drive fluctuations.

Index closes at 2,802.52 as market capitalisation increases to Rs 4.764 trillion.

Index fell over 190 points since formation of new government, including a 105-point drop in single day.

Gold reached monthly high of 328,600 on March 3 and low of Rs 273,900.

Recent political developments after high-profile arrest, global pressure led to the decline.

Index posts fifth straight day of gains before decline.

Analysts criticise revised NEPSE rule, claiming it penalises the growth-oriented companies.

And, worse is the pitiable situation of the April 25 earthquake survivors, who are still forced to live in makeshift tents without any substantial succor provided by government and other concerned authorities.

Until some years ago, people especially in Nepal would perceive yoga as a practice undertaken only by yogis or the elderly. However, of late, people, be them children, youth and elderly, are getting attracted towards the ancient form of exercise for its multiple health benefits.

It means that China does not want to hurt its biggest trading partner India by signing any trade deal with Nepal.