Nepal set for fresh fertiliser crunch as Iran war hits supply, pushes up prices
Conflict in West Asia is disrupting global fertiliser markets and threatening Nepal’s rice inputs ahead of crucial planting season.
Sangam Prasain
Nepali parties put tourism at heart of manifestos, pledge air safety reforms
From doubling tourist arrivals to delisting Nepal from the European Commission’s air safety list, major political forces promise aviation overhaul, wellness branding, and new…
Nepal clears way for E10 petrol blend, eyes US$41mil yearly savings
A decade after India began ethanol mixing, Nepali officials have moved forward amid concerns over food security and engine performance from the biofuel’s component.
Kathmandu court holds US-Bangla Airlines liable for unlimited compensation
This marks the first time in Nepal’s aviation history that a court has delivered a ruling in favour of air crash victims by holding an airline liable beyond internationally…
Seven years on, fake rescue racket still flies in Nepal’s Himalayas
Police reopened old case files and arrested six top executives of helicopter rescue and trekking companies this week.
Nepal must create 6.5m jobs by 2050 to reap demographic dividend
A World Bank report says Nepal’s prospects hinge on creating quality jobs and harnessing the skills of women and returning migrants.
Luxury hotels hit by Nepal’s Gen Z protests face more pressure from spring elections
With most 5-star properties already reporting losses, March polls could also deter visitors.
Elephant festival revives tourism in Nepali village after prolonged slump
The elephant festival has been held in Chitwan for decades, though it has long faced opposition from animal rights activists.
Nepal’s household biogas dream is quietly collapsing
Study finds half of household plants in disuse nationwide, turning decades of investment into stranded public assets.
Nepal’s far-western settlements rejoice as clean water reaches homes
Awareness, affordability and behavioural change remain obstacles.