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Budget 2026/27

What is budget, and how is it formed?

Every mid-Ashar, Nepal's fiscal year ends and a new fiscal year begins. Before the start of the new year, the government announces the budget for the coming year. For everyone from the private sector to the general public, the budget is the most important basis for planning for the future.

Economy

Let there be more international students in Nepal

In this second episode, we talk with Prof. Uddhab Pyakurel, Kathmandu University School of Arts, who emphasises that Nepal’s government must prioritise international students — for instance — simplify the visa process and fees for them and extend adequate support to universities, and budgetary support to extend scholarship opportunities to international students.

Society

For balanced international relations, the house has to be in order first

This episode with Gaurab Shumsher Thapa touched upon the foundational understanding of the broader themes of international relations, the history of Nepal's IR, the essence of soft power, national interest, and the principle of Panchsheel.

Most fatalities occurred in the high-altitude districts of Mustang and Manang, with ACAP urging trekkers and pilgrims to acclimatise properly and avoid rapid ascents.

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Active monsoon conditions are set to bring heavy rainfall to several provinces today, with authorities warning of possible floods, landslides and widespread travel disruptions.

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In the last six sessions, NEPSE has gained 156.38 points

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The government has suspended the planned 3% equity tax on private education and healthcare services after widespread public backlash, saying the levy would have increased …

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The benchmark index gained 41.70 points to close at 2,719.24, extending a two-day rally to 121.44 points after the Prime Minister assured investors of the …

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According to the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM), the Bagmati River at the Gaurighat monitoring station reached 2.41 meters, exceeding the 2.1-meter warning threshold.

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The new fiscal year has brought sweeping tax changes, with new levies on electricity, private education and healthcare, ride-sharing services, and higher capital gains taxes, …

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Forecasters expect thunderstorms and moderate rainfall across most hilly, mountainous, and Tarai regions throughout the day, with snowfall possible in high Himalayan areas.

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The government spent less than half of its capital budget in 2025/26 while revenue growth slowed sharply and debt servicing continued to outpace development spending, …

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Nepal recorded a services trade deficit of NRs 90.94 billion in 2024/25, and the government expects the new strategy to help narrow the gap.

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The central bank has raised share-backed lending and public electric vehicle financing limits to 80%, while introducing debt relief for eligible construction contractors and easing …

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Suspicious vehicles parked near media offices in Kathmandu raise concerns over possible intimidation, as political tensions intensify and calls grow for a transparent investigation to …

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