The country is currently grappling with the threat of cyber heists alongside the adoption of new technologies, largely due to a lack of adequate awareness regarding their secure usage. Beyond the increasing incidents of financial fraud, data theft, and system disruption (such as ransomware), there is widespread activity involving defamation, bullying, and trolling through the …
Nepal’s economic diplomacy in action Economic diplomacy is not a luxury for Nepal. It is a necessity. As the president of the Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry, I have travelled, negotiated and argued on behalf of Nepali entrepreneurs enough to know that our country’s prosperity will be shaped as much by the …
Low-base effect fuels bank profit growth but challenges persist Banks’ performance and dividend payouts gained traction in Fiscal Year 2024/25, alongside an improvement in credit expansion. Unlike the situation in 2023/24, which was marked by low credit growth and high provisioning requirements, banks and financial institutions (BFIs) recorded a strong profit last fiscal year, as …
The culture of learning and development (L&D) in the workplace has been gaining momentum, yet the effectiveness of these initiatives is frequently called into question. Although a wide array of trainings aimed at developing employee capacity are being offered with increasing frequency, there is a notable lack of emphasis on evaluating their impact or making …
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The inaugural Job Fair in Hetauda, organised by the Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI), Bagmati Province Chapter, and the Makawanpur Chamber of Commerce and Industry in collaboration with Growth Sellers Pvt. Ltd., has concluded successfully. The event aimed to bridge the information gap between job seekers and employers, ultimately facilitating employment …
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MAN suggests for accommodative monetary policy to spur growth Nepal Rastra Bank Governor Dr. Biswo Nath Poudel stated that the upcoming Monetary Policy 2025/26 will boost economic activity. During the Pre-Monetary Policy Discussions hosted by the Management Association of Nepal (MAN) on July 7, Governor Poudel remarked that it is an opportune time for Nepal …
‘Leaders & experts delve into effective implementation of budget to enhance credibility’ Former Finance Ministers and economists have highlighted that poor budget implementation leads to a lack of effectiveness, which then hurts the budget’s credibility. The government’s fiscal policy is seen as the most important tool for carrying out long-term plans and achieving the country’s …
Reforms in fiscal governance at the central stage The state treasury’s limited resources have intensified discussions regarding the urgent need for reforms in fiscal governance, particularly concerning the efficacy of public expenditure. Speaking at the Pre-Budget Discussions for Fiscal Year 2025/26, organised by the Management Association of Nepal (MAN) on May 3, Deputy Prime Minister …
KATHMANDU: Nabil Bank has introduced innovative and impactful savings account ‘Nabil Digo Bachat Khata,’ savings account in Nepal with an aim to promote sustainable development and reduce carbon emissions. This initiative aligns with Nepal’s ambitious target of achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2045 and contributes directly to global sustainability efforts. Through this innovative savings account, …
The nation has been grappling with significant challenges alongside a substantial exodus of students. This mass migration, widely considered an outflow, involves a large number of students seeking education abroad. The recent tragic suicide of Nepali student Prakriti Lamsal, a third-year B-Tech student at the Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) in Odisha, India, has …
