उद्योग / वाणिज्य

Industrial activity in the central corridor has seen a boost as petroleum imports through the Birgunj Integrated Check Post (ICP) reached Rs 90.06 billion in the second quarter. This 15% increase in fuel import volume is being cited by analysts as a sign of gradually recovering industrial logistics and transportation demand ahead of the election […]

Following high-level commerce talks in Lhasa, Nepal and China have agreed to implement a “Green Channel” specifically for Nepali silage and agricultural exports. Both sides also committed to speeding up the construction of the Tokha-Chhahare Tunnel and simplifying border passes at the Rasuwagadhi and Tatopani points to reduce the time and cost of bilateral trade.

New data from the National Statistics Office (NSO) shows that Nepal’s manufacturing sector grew by 2.2% in the first quarter of the current fiscal year. While consumer goods like edible oil and chemicals saw significant production increases, growth in construction-related industries (cement and steel) remains weak, reflecting the slow recovery of large-scale infrastructure projects.

The Ministry of Commerce has enforced the E-commerce Guidelines 2026 as of this week. Under these new rules, all online business platforms must undergo a mandatory audit and certification by the Department of Commerce. Foreign platforms operating in Nepal are now required to have local representation and must adhere to specific ICT minimum standards to […]

Leaders from the Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI) today formally urged the government to revise the mandatory banking transaction ceiling. FNCCI President Chandra Prasad Dhakal stated that the current Rs 500,000 limit, in effect since January 15, is creating “operational hurdles” for small-scale industries and traders in areas where banking access […]