Nepal Rastra Bank Unveils Monetary Policy for Fiscal Year 2082/83

Kathmandu — The Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has unveiled the monetary policy for the fiscal year 2082/83 (2025/26), adopting a cautiously flexible approach aimed at maintaining macroeconomic stability while revitalizing credit growth and investment. Announcing the policy in Kathmandu,...


150 Doctors Decline Appointments at Health Insurance Board Citing Impractical Workload

Kathmandu – A significant majority of doctors selected for contract service at the Health Insurance Board (HIB) have declined to accept their appointments, citing impractical workload expectations and a lack of proper labor evaluation. Out of 180 doctors who...


COVID-19 Insurance Claims Depend on Government Decision, Says Insurance Authority Chairman

Kathmandu – Nepal Insurance Authority Chairman Sharad Ojha has clarified that the payment of claims related to COVID-19 insurance is not within the jurisdiction of the regulatory body, stating that the matter now lies under the responsibility of the...


US Tariffs to Slow Global Economy and Insurance Premium Growth: Swiss Re Institute

Zurich — The Swiss Re Institute has warned that recent US tariff policies are expected to slow global GDP growth to 2.3% in 2025, down from 2.8% in 2024. The resulting uncertainty is also set to dampen global insurance...


Prabhu Insurance Announces Date for 29th Annual General Meeting

Kathmandu – Prabhu Insurance Limited has announced the convening of its 29th Annual General Meeting (AGM), scheduled for Friday, 23rd Shrawan (August 8), at 11 a.m. The meeting will be held at Prabhu Complex, Tinkune, Kathmandu, as per the...


Asian Life Insurance Opens 42% Right Share Sale

Kathmandu — Asian Life Insurance Company Limited has officially opened the sale of its 42 percent right shares starting today. The company is issuing a total of 14,279,312.48 units of right shares at a face value of Rs 100...


Nepal Insurance Authority Unveils Comprehensive Policy and Program for Fiscal Year 2082/83

Kathmandu — The Nepal Insurance Authority has officially made public its policy and program for the upcoming fiscal year 2082/83, outlining a broad vision for enhancing the accessibility, transparency, and quality of insurance services across the country. During a...


Nepal Insurance Authority Unveils Annual Policy Focusing on Awareness, Reform, and Claim Accessibility

Kathmandu — Chairman of the Nepal Insurance Authority, Sharad Ojha, has announced the annual policy and program for the upcoming fiscal year 2082/83, pledging its full implementation to bring transformative changes in the insurance sector. Unveiling the policy on...


Massive Landslide at Rasuwagadhi Checkpoint Could Trigger Millions in Insurance Claims

Kathmandu – A devastating landslide at the Rasuwagadhi checkpoint early this morning has swept away dozens of vehicles, causing widespread damage and triggering insurance claims worth millions of rupees. According to initial reports, a large number of electric and...


Chairman Ojha Warns of Action Against Insurance Officials Neglecting Policyholders’ Interests

Kathmandu – Nepal Insurance Authority Chairman Sharad Ojha has issued a stern warning to provincial and branch heads of insurance companies, stating that strict action will be taken against those who fail to act in the interest of the...