Spine Column

Back Pain and Emotional Distress!!!

Four out of five adults will experience back pain in their life time. Fortunately, majority of the pain will subside in a few weeks. PAIN is a complex experience that includes both physical and psychological factors. It is quite normal to have emotional reactions to back pain . . . Read more »

Management Gyan

The Meaning Quotient

Business leaders are striving hard to find the missing MQ ingredients so that they can improve motivation and workforce . . . Read more »

Business Education

Has the MBA in Nepal Lost its Relevance?

What MBA programmes in Nepal need to do is persuade students to go out and work in the real world and get their hands . . . Read more »

Business Financing

Beyond the Banks

Having experienced the liquidity crunch of 2010 and the credit crunch of 2016, businesses in Nepal have realised the problems of relying only on traditional banking for financing. Following the . . . Read more »

Stock Taking

Monthly Technical Analysis of Nepse (26 November to 21 December 2017)

The benchmark index fell by 21.14 points (or down 1.38%) to close at 1472.15 last month. The index has moved below the 50-day, as well as 200-day moving average, giving a bearish signal. Completion of the election at the beginning of the month did little to create bullish sentiment in the . . . Read more »

Economy and Policy

Nepal’s Accession to the Montreal Convention and its Applicable Liability Regime

The Warsaw System is considered to be a complex international treaty as states are at liberty to ratify some protocols but not others. For this reason, its applicability may vary from state to state, . . . Read more »

Qatar Wins CAAN Award

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Commercial Bench in Nepali Courts Prospects and Challenges

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‘‘The way out is making banking responsible but not boring’’

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Business Education

Doing Diploma in Management

Management education has seen a tremendous growth and created milestone in the recent years. Increasing need of professional managers in all sectors of the society, inside and outside the country, has contributed to the increased demand of management professionals . . . Read more »

Stock Taking

Moving Sideways

As the earthquake has destroyed property and hampered trade, consumption, investment and living patterns of the people, business activities have been hampered. However, the exact loss can be assesses only after the coming quarterly reports of the listed . . . Read more »

Economy and Policy

Human Rights Violations in the Corporate World

Wal-Mart's revenue exceeds the GDP of more than a hundred individual countries of the world, showing how the corporate world is getting stronger than the state . . . Read more »

Sectoral

Healthy Growth Despite Challenges

Once dominated by foreign medicines, the Nepali medicine market is now thriving with domestic private pharmaceutical companies becoming the major market players. The years after 1990 have seen a sea . . . Read more »

Startup Scene

Why Decoding Stories of Failure is Important to Succeed?

Businesses are all about risk and return. In many cases, startups fail due to the lack of capital. Some young startups fail due to the lack professionalism, experiences and strong management. Some . . . Read more »

Economy and Policy

Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code in India and its Implications-1

There are numerous articles, blogs and write ups that are already present on why Bhushan Steel went into bankruptcy and what ensued after that. The attempt here is to give a consolidated picture of . . . Read more »

Voices January 2013

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Tuladhar: A Young Achiever

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Management Gyan

The Ethics of Office Romance

Given the time we spend at workplace, almost a third of a day, it might seem as the most promising venue to look out for romance, flirtations, or even a hook-up. After all, the place where we spend a greater part of our day, we have a whole lot of time to share our interests, goals, and . . . Read more »

Stock Taking

Are We Ready for the Next Stock Market Crash?

In US stock market history, so far we have seen three big crashes. The first crash was on 28th October 1929, followed by the second on 19th October 1987 and the last crash was on 6th October . . . Read more »

Gadget Focus

Samsung Galaxy J7 : Feature-packed Mid-ranger

As the fierce competition of mid-range smartphones rages on with the global and regional manufacturers focusing on the mid-segment with their impressive products, world handset leader Samsung has . . . Read more »

Corporate Focus

Soothing Himalayan Flavours in Every Sip

Named after the initials of founder Ram Kumar Rathi’s name, Rakura tea recently received the Finest Food Safety and Quality Management certification in the field of food safety and quality from the Department of Food Technology & Quality Control (DFTQC). Hot on the heels of its new . . . Read more »

Interview

"Our objective is to increase insurance penetration maintaining a good level of corporate governance in the sector"

The Nepali insurance sector has been going through a slew reforms after Chiranjibi Chapagain was appointed as the Chairman of the Insurance Board in January 2017. From paid-up capital increment of . . . Read more »

5th Newbiz Business Conclave and Awards 2018

Soaltee Hotel Limited Named Best Managed Company

The fifth edition of the NewBiz Business Conclave and Awards was held on September 21 at the Soaltee Crown Plaza Hotel, Kathmandu. Leaders from the private sector, banking fraternity, government . . . Read more »

‘Standard Chartered has completed a glorious journey of 25 years in Nepal’

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Fitness: A Dynamic Trend in Kathmandu

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Management Gyan

Science of Military and Management: A Management Perspective

here are numerous philosophies of organization and management. Every organization follows different ways to manage the organization so as to fulfill their objectives; it may be profit maximization, wealth maximization or service delivery. . . . Read more »

Stock Taking

Smarten Your Approach to the Secondary Market

Before investing in the secondary market, take a breather and evaluate yourself. What is your type? Are you an investor or a . . . Read more »

Product Focus

Opple LED : Perfect Lighting Solutions

Recently, G.P. Trading Concern under Triveni Group opened a showroom of Opple LED lights in Putalisadak, Kathmandu. The specialised company provides sustainable lighting solutions for an emerging . . . Read more »

Tourism

NTB's Mission Europe : Visit Nepal - Europe 2017

Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) is celebrating 2017 as 'visit Nepal' year for European tourists, with the target of bringing in at least 200,000 visitors from Europe in the year. Ever since the year-long campaign was announced on Dec 31, 2016, on the occasion of the 18th anniversary of . . . Read more »

Management Gyan

How Incentives can Improve Employee Engagement?

Incentives are something provided by organisations in addition to regular remuneration to drive performance in their employees. At times, these incentives are monetary and in others they are monetary . . . Read more »

Corporate Focus

Millenia Global : MS Group’s New Milestone

Millenia Global, a young Nepali trading company, is moving forward and expanding its market portfolio by providing various branded goods to the Nepali consumers at sustainable and affordable prices. . . . Read more »

Biztoon February 2013

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Inroads to Intra-Regional Trade

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Producing Tech Savvy Managers

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Management Gyan

Analyzing Humongous Bonus Distribution by Surat Diamond

Last week came incredible business news that amazed many people in India and abroad. This news was about an Indian diamond based business company, named Hari Krishna Exporters, giving generous bonuses to its employees. . . . Read more »

Stock Taking

Monthly Technical Analysis of Nepse (May 24 to June 23, 2015)

The aftermath of the earthquake caused Nepse index to fall by 10.70%. Nevertheless, the index increased soon enough, rising by 15.43% halfway through last month. Currently, Nepse is at a correction . . . Read more »

Tech Talk

“Lava phones are getting better in terms of hardware and design”

After a few years of struggle, Lava has become a popular smartphone brand among Nepali users. The Indian handset maker is expanding its market presence in Nepal with products incorporating impressive . . . Read more »

Trends

Combining Heritage, Culture and Luxury

When it comes to the hospitality industry, trends can be both ephemeral and everlasting. Some are just a flash in the pan, others have a staying power that lasts for decades. Showcasing an intricate . . . Read more »

Tourism

Bon Appétit : Tourism Opportunities through Food

Good food in today’s world is not just considered as a palate pleaser. Pleasing the taste buds has also become one important way of attracting tourists. Various international surveys and research . . . Read more »

Corporate Focus

NMB Bank : Success after Success

NMB Bank has played a crucial role in materialising the project financing of Hongshi-Shivam Cement which is the largest project loan syndication in Nepal till date. According to the bank’s CEO . . . Read more »

Small is Mega for Mega Bank

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The Gold Price Paradox

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Undemocratic Overtures

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Stock Taking

Market Stalled after Losing Steam

The Nepali stock market remained stable during the review period despite the recent sharp fall. The benchmark Nepse index added 3.71 points or 0.40% to reach 923.59 while the session’s high was on 30 September with 937.99 and lowest was on 22 September with 881.87. . . . Read more »

Corporate Focus

NMB: Banking on Merger & Growth

To emerge as a stronger player in the domestic financial market, NMB Bank is poised to conclude a four-year-long process that will merge into it three other banks and financial . . . Read more »

Business Visitors

“Nepali market’s growth is almost at 100 percent over the last few years”

Recently JCB handed over seven heavy equipments and generators including Backhoe, Loadall and Robots to the Ministry of Federal Affairs and Local Development (MoFLD) to support the post-quake . . . Read more »

Business Education

Producing Better Road Builders

Roads are to a country what blood vessels are to a human body. When the blood vessels are in a bad condition, we become sick. Similarly, when the roads are in a bad shape, the country becomes sick. . . . Read more »

Management Gyan

In Praise of Communication

Everybody unanimously admits that communication is the tool for effective implementation of any work. Management happens only if there is effective communication among the various actors. Even if . . . Read more »

Startup Scene

Metro-Mask : Fighting Air Pollution

Tashi Gyalzen Sherpa, founder of Metro-Mask had to travel a lot everyday visiting stores in different locations around the polluted city of Kathmandu when he was working for Anta, a sportswear . . . Read more »

Banking February 2013

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Employee Morale and Community Involvement

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Is Nepal’s Capital Market Doing what it is Supposed to Do?

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Stock Taking

Monthly Technical Analysis of Nepse November 2014

After two continuous trading periods of huge declines, Nepse has stabilized in recent times. Compared to the previous period, Nepse made an upward gain of 25.96 points (or 2.88%) closing at 925.85 points. . . . Read more »

Corporate Focus

Nepal Life Settling Earthquake Claims Pro-actively

“Now more than ever, insurance companies need to be especially proactive when settling claims,” Vivek Jha, chief executive officer of Nepal Life Insurance Company (NEPAL LIFE), says, “This is the right time for insurance companies to earn the trust of the . . . Read more »

Stock Taking

Monthly Technical Analysis of Nepse (2 May to 25 May 2016)

The benchmark index continues to create new heights as the bullish momentum is driving the market upward. The index gained 59.21 points (or up 4.01%) to close at 1524.12 in the course of last month. The market did correct itself during the course of the week. . . . Read more »

Startup Scene

ek Ghanti : Information Now Just a Ring Away!

Imagine yourself in a cafe or a restaurant. After being seated, you see a mobile number you are supposed to dial to get the Wi-Fi password and menu. You dial 9801225544 as instructed. The call gets . . . Read more »

Trends

The Changing Face of Nepal’s Brand Buyers

The increasing number of shopping stores in the urban parts of Nepal indicates that the way people shop is changing. Footfalls in large and mini stores already indicate that urban-based Nepalis are . . . Read more »

Life and Career

Five Career Lessons from Anupama Khunjeli

Anupama Khunjeli, CEO of Mega Bank Limited, is an inspiration for professionals. Khunjeli, who started her banking career as a teller in 1991 at ANZ Grindlays Bank (now Standard Chartered Bank . . . Read more »

Above Three Years’ High

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Loan Securitisation in Nepal

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Trade in Services and Nepal

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Stock Taking

Privatization, Corporatization and Strategic Partner for NEPSE

Historically stock exchanges started as a mutually governed, non-profit making, self-regulated cooperative like structures. Mostly brokers were the owners of such exchanges. However, due to the change in the technology and the concept of securities commission as apex . . . Read more »

Cover Story

Construction Industry Now

As Nepal gears up for the reconstruction phase post earthquake, experts anticipate a healthy growth for the country’s construction industry. . . . Read more »

Cover Story

LEGIS-LATER?
BILLS STUCK IN PARLIAMENT
MAKING NEPAL AN ECONOMY.

With the country facing a severe economic recession due to last year’s devastating earthquake and Terai stir, Nepal is in need of all kinds of initiatives from the government including the policy . . . Read more »

Cover Story

INVESTMENT IN NEPAL
Materialising the Opportunities

Of late, both the public and private sectors seem to have realised the importance of infrastructure growth and investment. While the Confederation of Nepalese Industries (CNI), a major umbrella . . . Read more »

Startup Scene

Impact Investing : Contributing to Economic Growth

The term ‘impact investing’ was coined ten years ago and the concept has revolutionised the sectors of development aid and market investments. According to the Global Impact Investing Network . . . Read more »

Information Technology

How to Maximise the ‘Smart’ in Your Smartphone

When Martin Cooper conceived the original cell phone in 1973, he permanently transformed the way humans communicate. In the 45 years since, Cooper’s now-quaint invention has morphed into an . . . Read more »

Warehousing Problems: Insufficient Pre-requisites

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Marketing for sustainability

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CE Construction: Building Beyond Territories

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Sectoral

Bottlenecks of Nepali Paper Craft Industry

Nepali papercraft industry is one of the country’s major exports that have good scope in generating employment at the local level with minimum capital requirement. Lokta or Daphney paper products have been an important part of the papercraft . . . Read more »

Cover Story

Experts' View July 2015

“We anticipate at least a 40 percent growth in cement . . . Read more »

Corporate Focus

Himal Refrigeration : Expanding Portfolio

With an ever increasing portfolio of brand names, one of Nepal’s top electrical appliance companies has been keeping people cool in offices and homes for the last 18 years. . . . Read more »

Cover Story

Nepal Infrastructure Summit : Evidence Based Advocacy

Infrastructure has various effects on an economy. Primarily, infrastructure stimulates economic development by encouraging production activities. It produces various crowding in effects, including in production activities and quality of life for households, which thus benefits the entire society. . . . Read more »

Startup Scene

Paaila Technology : A Step Towards AI and Robotics

Built-in intelligence in machines to process information and perform tasks is artificial intelligence or AI. Machines may not necessarily be robots only but even search engines that we use in . . . Read more »

Information Technology

iPhone YOGA

It is constantly becoming a paradoxical source of anxiety and relief, of safety and risk, of connection and disconnection, making the smart phones extremely complex and raising the question about the . . . Read more »

Secured Business of Nepali paper

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Time to Explore Pakistan-Nepal Trade Relations

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Global IME Bank: Merging and Emerging

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Cover Story

The Story of Nepali Startups

The startup scene in Nepal has changed significantly over the last five–seven years, with new and young entrepreneurs coming up with innovative ideas every year. Today, though there is no official . . . Read more »

From the Editor

100% Doubt on 6% Growth

As a famous proverb goes, if wishes were horses, then beggars would ride. . . . Read more »

Brand Focus

Authentic Attraction of Nepali Apparel Brands

With authentic design and patterns, the emergence of home-grown Nepali apparel brands is creating a new wave in the domestic garment . . . Read more »

Cover Story

“It is important to engage domestic investors in bringing foreign investments”

The undertaking was aimed at informing potential foreign investors about the recent reforms at the policy level and conveying the message that Nepal is a suitable destination for doing business. On . . . Read more »

Cover Story

Analyzing Manufacturing Prospects

Economies have thrived expanding their manufacturing base by reforming industrial policies, diversifying outputs, scaling-up production processes and systems, attracting global investments and . . . Read more »

Business Education

BMTM : Creating Foundation for Mountain Business

After agriculture, tourism is the main sector contributing to the GDP and economic growth in Nepal. According to government data, the contribution of the tourism sector to the GDP increased to 4 . . . Read more »

IFC Suggestions for Favourable Investment Climate

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‘Promoting relations in trade and commerce, education and healthcare sector’

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“CSR activities bring us closer to the society”

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Cover Story

Experts' View November 2014

echnology sector is all about innovation. Coming up with new ideas only is not just enough for tech entrepreneurs. To sustain growth they must constantly innovate themselves. . . . Read more »

Feedback

Feedback

I like the cover story,Construction Industry Now (New Business Age, July 2015) by Akhilesh Tripathi. The article provided a lot of information on different aspects of the construction industry. The interviews in the piece were informative. . . . Read more »

Corporate Focus

CE Construction: Proven Resilience

The earthquake proved that there are tremendous opportunities for companies like CE who believe in quality construction, timely completion of projects and cost effective . . . Read more »

Cover Story

Experts Views on the Investment in Nepal

Lack of basic infrastructures has forced us to witness economic growth averaging 4 percent over the last one decade. The infrastructure gap has directly hurt development activities. As we are aspiring to reach the level of middle-income nations by . . . Read more »

Cover Story

Experts Views on Manufacturing Sector in Nepal

Cost of doing business in Nepal has gone up for everybody whether exporters, importers or domestic-based producers. For the export market, fulfilling business commitments in time and remaining competitive is difficult. It may diminish our preferential value. . . . Read more »

Business Education

Communicating Employer : Brand Story through Job and Internship Fairs

The annual two-day Job and Internship Fair organized by the Placement Cell, Kathmandu University School of Management (KUSOM) titled KJIF-2018 on August 14 and 15 witnessed enthusiastic participation . . . Read more »

The Rise, Fall and Rise of Malhotra

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DJPL: Prioritising Import Substitution

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Stocks in Corrective Mode after Flying High

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Corporate Focus

Classic Developers: Apartments from Diamond House

Classic Developers (CD) has resumed its first ever project in the housing sector after a halt of around two years. The project ‘Classic Tower-Phase 1’ is currently being constructed and will require another 12 months to . . . Read more »

No Laughing Matter

Mahat’s Munificence

It had to come and so it did, gladdening some and saddening others. Those who got something from it were happy. Those who didn’t were not. The budget for many remained a pie in the sky. . . . Read more »

Policy

Trademark Infringements : Foreign Brands Facing Big Problems

With the increase in infringements of trademarks of foreign companies, demand of strong legal provisions to protect trademarks of MNCs gathers . . . Read more »

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