Kathmandu, August 31, 2026 — The price of gold in Nepal fell by Rs 2,400 per tola on Monday, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association.
The price of hallmark gold has been set at Rs 306,600 per tola, down from Rs 309,000 per tola on Sunday.
Meanwhile, the price of silver remained unchanged at Rs 4,780 per tola.
The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index fell 61.41 points, or 2.35 percent, last week as shares of hydropower and insurance companies came under heavy selling pressure following the devastating Bhotekoshi-Trishuli floods. The secondary market opened the week at 2,618.72 points and closed at 2,557.31 points. During the week, the index reached a high of 2,620.13 points and dropped to a low of 2,517.79 points, resulting in a volatility range of 102.34 points.
29-AUG-2026 08:03 PM
The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index fell sharply by 35.92 points to close at 2,558.35 on Wednesday, with hydropower companies operating in areas affected by flooding along the Bhote Koshi River facing heavy selling pressure. Hydropower stocks in the flood-affected areas recorded some of the steepest declines of the session. Rasuwagadhi Hydropower Company fell 15 percent to hit the negative circuit limit.
26-AUG-2026 07:30 PM
Nepal’s stock market extended its losing streak on Tuesday, with the Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index falling 5.30 points to close at 2,594.27. Despite the decline in the benchmark index, trading activity increased during the session. Total turnover reached Rs 4.10 billion, up from Rs 3.23 billion on the previous trading day.
25-AUG-2026 05:51 PM
Nepal Telecom has extended its 4G mobile and internet services to the Badimalika area of Bajura, a major religious and tourism destination in the district, bringing telecommunications access to the high-altitude area from Monday. The expansion is expected to benefit local residents, pilgrims, tourists and government and non-government organizations operating in the area, which previously lacked reliable communication services. Information and Communications Minister Dr Bikram Timilsina inaugurated the service virtually, saying the government is committed to ensuring that people living in geographically remote areas are not deprived of basic communication services.
24-AUG-2026 08:24 PM
The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index fell 19.13 points to close at 2,599.58 points on Monday, the first trading day of the week, as broad-based selling pressure pushed the market lower. Trading turnover also declined compared with the previous session. Shares worth Rs 3.23 billion changed hands on Monday, down from Rs 4.16 billion on Friday. The market recorded declines in most listed companies, with share prices of 229 companies falling. Only 47 companies advanced, while two remained unchanged.
24-AUG-2026 06:33 PM
The price of gold in Nepal’s domestic market increased by Rs 2,800 per tola on Sunday, reaching Rs 319,500 per tola, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association. Gold was traded at Rs 316,700 per tola on Friday. The latest increase has pushed the benchmark price of the precious metal to Rs 319,500 per tola.
23-AUG-2026 12:30 PM