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Banking Federation Welcomes Mid-Term Monetary Policy Review, Sees Stability Focus but Flags Structural Risks
Banking Federation Welcomes Mid-Term Monetary Policy Review, Sees Stability Focus but Flags Structural Risks Kathmandu — The Confederation of Banks and Financial Institutions Nepal (CBFIN) has welcomed the Nepal Rastra Bank’s mid-term review of the Monetary Policy for fiscal year 2082/83, describing the policy direction as cautious, measurable, and stability-oriented at a time when the domestic financial system continues to navigate post-slowdown recovery pressures. The federation believes the central bank has attempted to balance economic support with financial discipline rather than pursuing aggressive policy shifts.
Dipesh Ghimire1 Mar, 2026
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Nepal Begins Budget Work, Sets Up Revenue Advisory Committee to Shape Tax and Economic Reforms
Nepal Begins Budget Work, Sets Up Revenue Advisory Committee to Shape Tax and Economic Reforms Kathmandu — Nepal’s Ministry of Finance has formally kicked off the process of preparing the national budget for the upcoming fiscal year by constituting a Revenue Advisory Committee, signaling the start of the government’s annual fiscal planning cycle. Officials say the move is aimed at collecting structured policy input before the budget ceiling, priorities, and tax proposals are finalized. According to the ministry, the committee has been formed under a decision of Finance Minister Rameshwar Prasad Khanal dated Magh 28 (Nepali calendar), with the Ministry’s Revenue Secretary serving as coordinator. The ministry’s spokesperson, Tank Prasad Pandey, said the committee has already started work, indicating that early-stage consultations and technical reviews are now underway. At its core, the committee’s mandate is broader than routine “tax suggestions.” It has been asked to advise on the economic context and on what the budget should prioritize—meaning it can influence both the revenue strategy (how the state raises money) and the policy direction (where the state plans to intervene, reform, or incentivize). In practice, such committees often become the route through which competing interests—business groups, sector associations, experts, and government agencies—try to shape the budget narrative.
Dipesh Ghimire1 Mar, 2026
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Rising US–Iran Tensions Push Middle East Toward a Dangerous Turning Point
Rising US–Iran Tensions Push Middle East Toward a Dangerous Turning Point Kathmandu — The long-standing hostility between the United States and Iran appears to be entering one of its most volatile phases in decades as geopolitical tensions escalate sharply at the beginning of 2026. What began as ideological rivalry rooted in historical mistrust has now evolved into a complex confrontation with global economic, military, and diplomatic consequences. Analysts warn that the situation is approaching a critical threshold where miscalculation by either side could trigger a wider regional conflict. The roots of the confrontation stretch back more than seventy years. The 1953 coup in Iran, widely associated with Western intervention, and the 1979 Islamic Revolution that reshaped Iran into an Islamic Republic laid the foundation for enduring hostility between Tehran and Washington. Since then, mutual suspicion has shaped foreign policy decisions on both sides, turning the relationship into one of the most persistent geopolitical rivalries of the modern era.
Dipesh Ghimire1 Mar, 2026
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Nepal Must Reduce Production Costs to Compete in the International Market
Nepal Must Reduce Production Costs to Compete in the International Market Nepal’s industrial journey formally began in B.S. 1992 with the establishment of the Industrial Council, followed by the founding of Biratnagar Jute Mill in B.S. 1993. The introduction of the Company Act in the same year paved the way for the establishment of rice, cotton, and sugar mills. Historical records show that nearly two dozen industries were set up during the Rana regime, marking the early foundation of institutional industrial development in the country.
Dipesh Ghimire26 Feb, 2026
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Future Strategy: Nepal’s Tourism Must Shift Toward a Generation-Centered and Integrated Model
Future Strategy: Nepal’s Tourism Must Shift Toward a Generation-Centered and Integrated Model Nepal’s tourism industry is entering a phase where traditional approaches may no longer be sufficient. While mountaineering and trekking remain strong pillars of the sector, experts argue that the future of tourism must be “generation-centered”—designed to meet the preferences of younger travelers who seek diverse, flexible, and experience-driven destinations.
Dipesh Ghimire26 Feb, 2026
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Opportunities Within Challenges: Rethinking Nepal’s Tourism Strategy
Opportunities Within Challenges: Rethinking Nepal’s Tourism Strategy Nepal’s tourism discourse has long revolved around potential and opportunity. Policymakers frequently highlight the country’s strategic location between two of the world’s largest markets—India and China—while pointing to its religious, cultural, and natural wealth. Yet, beneath this optimistic narrative lies a pattern of structural gaps that continue to limit Nepal’s ability to fully capitalize on its advantages.
Dipesh Ghimire26 Feb, 2026
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Call for Official Tourist Information App to Modernize Nepal’s Travel Experience
Call for Official Tourist Information App to Modernize Nepal’s Travel Experience As global tourism increasingly shifts toward digital ecosystems, Nepal’s tourism sector is being urged to accelerate its technological transformation. Industry stakeholders argue that while technology has simplified travel planning worldwide, visitors arriving in Nepal still lack access to a unified, reliable digital information platform. This gap, experts say, is affecting both tourist convenience and the country’s international image.
Dipesh Ghimire26 Feb, 2026
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Nepal Needs Integrated Environmental Infrastructure to Strengthen Tourism
Nepal Needs Integrated Environmental Infrastructure to Strengthen Tourism Nepal’s tourism sector, often described as a backbone of the national economy, now faces a pressing need for structural reform centered on integrated environmental infrastructure. While natural beauty and cultural richness continue to attract visitors, experts argue that long-term sustainability depends on strategic investments in transport, hospitality, connectivity, heritage preservation, and ecological research facilities.
Dipesh Ghimire26 Feb, 2026
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Nepal’s Tourism Sector Needs Structural Reforms to Maximize Mountain Advantage
Tourism has long been described as one of the main pillars of Nepal’s economy, yet the sector continues to operate below its full potential. The country is uniquely positioned on the global tourism map, hosting eight of the world’s fourteen mountains above 8,000 meters, including Mount Everest. This extraordinary geographical advantage has given Nepal international recognition and a steady inflow of high-spending adventure tourists. However, despite this natural strength, structural weaknesses within the tourism system remain evident.
Dipesh Ghimire26 Feb, 2026
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Social Security Fund Accumulates Over Rs 102 Billion as Contributor Base Expands
Social Security Fund Accumulates Over Rs 102 Billion as Contributor Base Expands Nepal’s Social Security Fund (SSF) has crossed a significant financial milestone, with total contributions exceeding Rs 102 billion. As of Falgun 10, the fund has accumulated Rs 102.54 billion, reflecting steady growth since its operational launch. The figures signal both expanding participation and the gradual institutionalization of Nepal’s contributory social protection system. The social security schemes were formally introduced on Mangsir 11, 2075 BS, while contribution collection began from Shrawan 1, 2076 BS. Since then, the fund has gradually expanded its coverage across different categories of workers, marking a structural shift in how social protection is financed in Nepal.
Dipesh Ghimire24 Feb, 2026

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All Articles — Page 71

Banking Federation Welcomes Mid-Term Monetary Policy Review, Sees Stability Focus but Flags Structural Risks

Nepal Begins Budget Work, Sets Up Revenue Advisory Committee to Shape Tax and Economic Reforms

Rising US–Iran Tensions Push Middle East Toward a Dangerous Turning Point

Nepal Must Reduce Production Costs to Compete in the International Market

Future Strategy: Nepal’s Tourism Must Shift Toward a Generation-Centered and Integrated Model

Opportunities Within Challenges: Rethinking Nepal’s Tourism Strategy

Call for Official Tourist Information App to Modernize Nepal’s Travel Experience

Nepal Needs Integrated Environmental Infrastructure to Strengthen Tourism

Nepal’s Tourism Sector Needs Structural Reforms to Maximize Mountain Advantage

Social Security Fund Accumulates Over Rs 102 Billion as Contributor Base Expands

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Primary issues

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All Articles — Page 71

Banking Federation Welcomes Mid-Term Monetary Policy Review, Sees Stability Focus but Flags Structural Risks

Nepal Begins Budget Work, Sets Up Revenue Advisory Committee to Shape Tax and Economic Reforms

Rising US–Iran Tensions Push Middle East Toward a Dangerous Turning Point

Nepal Must Reduce Production Costs to Compete in the International Market

Future Strategy: Nepal’s Tourism Must Shift Toward a Generation-Centered and Integrated Model

Opportunities Within Challenges: Rethinking Nepal’s Tourism Strategy

Call for Official Tourist Information App to Modernize Nepal’s Travel Experience

Nepal Needs Integrated Environmental Infrastructure to Strengthen Tourism

Nepal’s Tourism Sector Needs Structural Reforms to Maximize Mountain Advantage

Social Security Fund Accumulates Over Rs 102 Billion as Contributor Base Expands