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Government Moves to Cut Middlemen and Raise Farmers’ Earnings
The government has stepped up efforts to reform Nepal’s agricultural supply chain, aiming to reduce middlemen, narrow the gap between farm-gate and retail prices, and increase farmers’ earnings by up to 30%.
21 hours ago
Government Introduces Standard Application Format for Public Services
The Government of Nepal has approved a new guideline to standardize application forms used across government offices, simplify public service delivery, and gradually transition traditional paper-based applications into digital formats.
2 days ago
Gas Shortage Reported in Tanahun as Administration Steps Up Supply Coordination
A cooking gas shortage has been reported in several parts of Tanahun, prompting the District Administration Office to intensify coordination with gas industries, dealers, and federal authorities to increase supplies and ensure consumers have easier access to LPG.
2 days ago
Transport Entrepreneurs Seek Tax Relief for EV Parts, Propose Accident Relief Fund
The National Federation of Nepal Transport Entrepreneurs has urged the government to provide customs duty exemptions on electric vehicle parts and introduce measures to promote environmentally friendly transportation.
3 days ago
Nepal-India Relations in Focus as PM Balendra Shah Meets Indian Ambassador
Prime Minister Balendra Shah held a courtesy meeting with Indian Ambassador to Nepal Naveen Srivastava, discussing bilateral relations, development cooperation, mutual interests, and ways to further strengthen Nepal-India ties.
4 days ago
LPG Gas Alert: Government Launches Crackdown on Artificial Shortage
The government has stepped up monitoring of LPG gas depots in Kathmandu Valley following complaints of artificial shortages and overpricing. Plainclothes police have been deployed to investigate sellers suspected of hoarding gas, turning away customers despite having stock, and selling cylinders above the official price.
5 days ago
Upper Tamakoshi Shutdown Alert: 456 MW Plant Halts for 10 Hours
Nepal’s largest hydropower plant, the 456 MW Upper Tamakoshi Hydropower Project, has suspended power generation for around 10 hours to remove heavy sediment and debris accumulated in its reservoir following floods and heavy rainfall. The project has urged residents along the Tamakoshi River to remain highly alert as water discharge may cause sudden changes in river flow.
5 days ago
Nepal Parliament Bans MPs from Share Trading During House Sessions
Speaker Dol Prasad Aryal has barred lawmakers from trading shares during parliamentary meetings and introduced stricter rules on dress code and conduct to strengthen parliamentary discipline.
7 days ago
Nepal Announces First Taxpayer Incentive Lottery Winners, Rs. 1 Million Grand Prize Awarded
A shopper who spent just Rs. 250 at a grocery store in Kanchanpur won the Rs. 1 million bumper prize under the government's taxpayer incentive scheme.
7 days ago
12-Hour Power Outage Scheduled in Eastern Nepal on Saturday
Electricity supply to be disrupted in Jhapa, Ilam, Panchthar, Taplejung, and parts of Morang from 4:00 AM to 4:00 PM for maintenance works.
7 days ago
Grid Company Begins Approval Process for 2,500 MW West Seti Transmission Line
The National Transmission Grid Company Limited has initiated the approval process for the 400kV Bajhang–Banlek (West Seti) transmission line, a major project designed to evacuate up to 2,500 MW of electricity from western Nepal.
8 days ago
Nepal Telecom Waives Late Payment Penalties on Outstanding Dues
Nepal Telecom (NTC) has announced a full waiver of late payment penalties for customers with outstanding service dues up to FY 2080/81, provided they clear their payments by the end of Poush 2083 BS.
8 days ago