Karnali Province trains 54 women in three-wheeler driving for self-reliance
The Social Development Ministry of Karnali Province has provided training to 54 women in Surkhet to enhance their self-reliance and occupational sustainability through three-wheeler driving. The initiative aims to support women who have entered this profession, breaking social barriers and managing their livelihoods.
Floods and Landslides Disrupt Major Highways Across Nepal, Causing Traffic Obstructions
Continuous heavy rainfall has triggered widespread floods and landslides across Nepal, significantly disrupting traffic on major highways and rural road networks. According to police reports, road sections in Koshi, Bagmati, Gandaki, and Karnali provinces have been partially or completely obstructed, with authorities implementing precautionary measures and alternative routes in affected areas.
Karnali Province Faces Industrial Stagnation Amidst Infrastructure and Investment Deficits
Karnali Province in Nepal is experiencing significant industrial stagnation, lagging far behind other regions due to a lack of large and medium-scale industries. This deficit is attributed to insufficient physical infrastructure, energy shortages, and a lack of effective government policies and private sector investment, leading to continued dependence on federal grants and high unemployment.
Bagmati Province Dominates Nepal's Economy, Outperforming National Growth
Bagmati Province is projected to contribute 36.7% to Nepal's economy in FY 2025/26, significantly outpacing other provinces, according to the National Statistics Office (NSO). The province is also expected to achieve the highest growth rate at 5.40%, exceeding the national estimate of 3.85%. In contrast, Madhesh Province is anticipated to have the lowest growth rate at 1.31%.
NMB Bank Limited Invites Tenders for Utility Vehicle Liquidation
NMB Bank Limited has initiated an asset disposal campaign, inviting sealed financial proposals for the liquidation of specific utility vehicles. The vehicles are being sold on an "as is, where is" basis, with prospective buyers responsible for inspections and valuations. The process aims for transparency and fair market tracking through a competitive sealed quotation system.
NC Chief Whip Bashana Thapa Urges Government to Expedite Dailekh Petroleum Extraction Project
Nepali Congress Chief Whip Bashana Thapa has urged the government to accelerate the petroleum product excavation project in Dailekh district, Karnali Province. She stated that the project's progress is hindered by the delayed upgrade of the Surkhet-Dailekh roadway, expressing concern that the initiative, which could secure petroleum products for 50 years and significantly impact the national economy, is not being prioritized.