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Government Proposes Stronger Public Transport Authority for Kathmandu
The government has proposed amendments to strengthen Kathmandu Valley's Public Transport Management Authority by granting it wider powers over route planning, fare regulation, digital payments, infrastructure, and service operations.
Nepal Cabinet Approves Seven Key Decisions
The Government of Nepal has approved seven major decisions, including key appointments, policy reforms, legislative measures, and relief support for victims of recent unrest in Sunsari and Siraha.
UML Reorganization Report Reaches Oli Amid Leadership Debate
A task force report on CPN-UML’s election review and party reorganization has been submitted to Chairman KP Sharma Oli, triggering fresh debate within the party over leadership reform and the report’s final outcome.
PMO Steps In as Government Moves to Ease LPG Supply Shortage
The Prime Minister’s Office has initiated high-level coordination with stakeholders to address the ongoing LPG supply shortage, while approving increased imports ahead of the Dashain festival season.
Narayangadh–Butwal Road Upgrade Nears Completion After Years of Delays
The long-awaited Narayangadh–Butwal road expansion project has entered its final phase, with authorities attributing the progress to improved coordination after overcoming financial, technical, and administrative challenges.
Gold Price Dips Slightly, Silver Extends Gains in Nepali Market
Gold prices fell by Rs. 200 per tola in the domestic market on Tuesday, while silver prices increased by Rs. 30 per tola, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers' Association.
NEPSE Falls 21.15 Points as Market Extends Losing Streak
The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) declined by 21.15 points on Tuesday, with the benchmark index closing at 2,663.18 amid a turnover of Rs. 4.07 billion.
LPG Shortage Triggers Long Queues in Pokhara, Administration Steps Up Market Monitoring
As LPG shortages continue across Nepal, consumers in Pokhara have been forced to queue for hours with empty cylinders, prompting authorities to intensify market inspections and assure the public that supplies will normalize within days.
Energy Ministry Pushes to Raise VAT-Free Electricity Limit to 150 Units
The Ministry of Energy is preparing a proposal to increase the VAT exemption threshold on household electricity consumption from 50 units to 150 units, aiming to ease the financial burden on consumers and encourage greater use of electricity.
NRB Board to Remain Seven-Member Body with Mandatory Female Representation
The House of Representatives' Finance Committee has agreed to retain the Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Board as a seven-member body, with mandatory representation of at least one woman.
RSP Lawmakers Meet PM Balen Shah, Push for Sudurpashchim Development
Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) lawmakers from Sudurpashchim Province met Prime Minister Balen Shah on Tuesday, urging the government to expedite key infrastructure and development projects in the region.
Finance Minister Seeks Stronger Banking Partnership to Revive Nepal’s Economy
Finance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagle has called on commercial banks to help restore investor confidence, saying stronger government-bank coordination is essential to accelerate investment and economic growth.