Tag: 2019

What Rawa Energy Development Prospective Investors Should Know

Rawa Energy Development Ltd is a public limited company that was founded as a private limited company on August 16, 2009 and later converted to a public limited company on June 28, 2019. It is promoted by businesspeople with extensive experience in hydropower and other sectors for the establishment of Hydroelectric Projects (HEP) in Nepal. In Khotang District, the company operates a 3 MW Upper Rawa Khola Small Hydropower Project (URKHP), which has been in commercial operation since September 20, 2020. The project is being built using the BOOT (Build, Own, Operate, and Transfer) model.

April 6, 2023
Is bitcoin banned in Nepal?
Ban of Transaction of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies in Nepal.

The central bank of Nepal, Nepal Rastra Bank (“NRB”) published a notice pursuant to Nepal Rastra Bank Act 2001 (“NRB Act”) and Foreign Exchange (Regulation) Act 1962 (“FERA”) prohibiting the usage of Bitcoin in Nepal. NRB has not recognized Bitcoins as a valid currency in Nepal.

A few highlights on the ban:
1. Laws of Nepal: The Nepal Rastra Bank, Nepal’s central bank, highlighted two laws in its statement banning Bitcoin and its transactions: the foreign exchange statute of 2019 BS and the Nepal Rastra Bank Act of 2058 BS. It basically means that you can’t do bitcoin transactions or use bitcoin to swap foreign or Nepali currency in Nepal because bitcoin isn’t classified as a currency by the Nepali government, therefore utilizing the internet for bitcoin transactions or exchange is unlawful.
2. Lack of regulations: NRB and Nepal govt is unable to have proper regulation over bitcoin transactions, as it’s mostly done over internet and Nepal doesn’t yet have the technology needed to regulate it, and hence it may be banned.
3. Use in illegal activities: Reports of bitcoin being used for money laundering or making black money into white by converting into Bitcoin, among other cases is another reason.
4. Damage to Nepali economy: Bitcoin transactions unlike other banking transactions can’t be taxed, so there will be loss of revenue, plus if more Nepalis use bitcoins, the monetary system of Nepal may be affected, Bitcoin is also a very volatile currency with lots of ups and downs and long term it can cause severe problems. NRB is tasked with maintaining the financial stability of Nepal and maybe it felt, bitcoin was a threat.
These are only a few of the reasons, in my opinion, why bitcoin is prohibited in Nepal. The existing Nepali laws prohibit it, and the central bank believes that bitcoin cannot be effectively regulated, that it can be used for unlawful purposes, and that it will harm the Nepali economy in the long run. The Nepalese government has recently taken tough measures against bitcoin transactions, including arresting people who were mining bitcoin or had large amounts of bitcoin, shutting down Nepal’s largest bitcoin exchange operator Bitsewa and arresting its owners, and even arresting a Nepali politician from a minor party for bitcoin trading.
January 3, 2023
Best Way to Get Your Freelancing Income in Nepal

We already know how to send freelancing revenue to Nepal because we are successful freelancers. There are a variety of options to choose from. However, we must choose which option is better for us.

Let’s look at Upwork earnings as an example. In this article, we’ll compare practically every payment method available on Upwork. So far, there are four alternatives available for everyone. Only Nepali freelancers should use Direct to Local Bank (NPR), according to Upwork. For each withdrawal, they levy a little fee of $0.99. However, their currency exchange rate is HORRIBLE. They offer a rate that is 3-4 rupees lower than Nepal’s daily foreign exchange rate. To evaluate which option is the best, we’ll use simple math to transfer $1000 using the exchange rate of 20/12/2019 ( NPR 1 = USD 113.89).

Direct to Local Bank (BDT)

Let’s assume that the bank’s rate is NPR 2 less than the forex rate.

$0.99 per withdrawal to Nepal.

$1000 – $0.99 = $999.01 X 111.89 = NPR 111,779.23
Normally it takes one or two days to arrive at your bank account.
So the ultimate rate for $1 is NPR 111.78

Payoneer

$2 USD per withdrawal from Upwork.

Normal Delivery:

$1000 – $2 = $998 X 113.89 = NPR 113,662.22
Normally it takes three to four days to arrive at your bank account.

Fast Delivery:

$1000 – $2 = $998 – $2.5 (Payoneer Quick Load Fee) = $995.5 X 113.89 = NPR 113,377.50
Normally it takes two to three days to arrive at your bank account.

So the ultimate rate for $1 is NPR 113.66 with normal delivery and NPR 113.38 with faster delivery.

Wire Transfer (USD)
It is not suitable for Nepal. It charges $30 for each transaction and takes a long time with various difficulties.

Direct to U.S Bank (USD)
Free payments to U.S Bank account in USD.

It is also not suitable for Nepal. Most of the Nepali freelancers don’t have U.S Bank account.

Final Consideration
By Direct to Local Bank (BDT): $1 = NPR 111.78
Via Payoneer: $1 = NPR 113.66

Conclusion
Finally, we can take a fair decision to determine that Payoneer is the best way to send freelancing income to Nepal. And hopefully, we will find the same results in other marketplaces too.

January 3, 2023
Is Pi Coin / Pi Network the next huge thing in Crypto World?

Please note that Cryptocurrency transaction and mining is illegal in Nepal as per the notice issued by Nepal Rastra bank. This article is only for information purposes.

Money has evolved and changed shape over time. Today, digital currencies are best suited to the needs of the digital world. Digital currencies are focused on decentralising the currency in order to facilitate private transactions. Cryptocurrency is a decentralised digital money that can be used to transfer assets from person to person. They are not governed by banks or other central agencies. All of these coins are digital and have no physical existence. Cryptocurrencies can be purchased on exchanges and kept in wallets, exchange wallets, or physical storage discs. They are also spread throughout the network, so that even if one component fails, no data is lost. Pi coin is also the first and only cryptocurrency that can be mined on your phone.

Pi Network

The “Pi Network” is an intelligent network that enables users to earn Pi cryptocurrency from any mobile device. Three Stanford students launched a beta version of the app in March 2019. And two of them have doctorates. They want to build a digital currency that is secure, unchangeable, non-counterfeitable, and interoperable. They intend to accomplish this through the use of distributed ledger technology and the stellar consensus mechanism.

What distinguishes it from other cryptocurrencies?

One of the primary differences between Pi Network and other blockchains is that rewards are distributed on a daily basis. They are not paid out per block and are distributed around the network, so as long as you interact with the network, you will receive a reward at the end of the day. The white paper goes with the availability of free transactions in relation to network congestion. When the network becomes overcrowded, miners will be able to sort through transactions using a fee system, with greater fees being handled with first and everyone else having to wait based on the amount of fee they want to pay.

There is currently no fixed supply, and the overall amount is uncertain. The overall supply will be determined after the initiative is officially launched. The tokens that individuals are earning right now serve as a faucet and are a visual representation of tokens that will be created in the Genesis block when the main net goes live.

The Pi network is fast growing, with over 800,000 active users as of right now. For all we know, it could be the next big thing. Because it is free to join, there is nothing to lose by downloading the app. However, it is strongly advised that you conduct preliminary research before proceeding. For additional information, follow the Pi network on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.

January 3, 2023
Leadership tip: Can Toastmasters serve as your cue?

James Clear explores how our environment affects our habits in his best-selling book Atomic Habits. If we want to read more books, placing books in various parts of our house can serve as a sign to our minds to read; similarly, placing notebooks and pens throughout the room might serve as a sign to write.

If you want to improve your leadership and communication skills, you’ll need to start with a habit. Toastmasters might be a good place to start.

While we may have always been told that communication and leadership are necessary abilities, we may not have always had the opportunity to put them into practice. Furthermore, these are talents that we improve through practicing. We may fumble and fall at first, making the initial step terrifying and frightening. This is where the environmental cue becomes even more important. You are permitted to go blank and forget your lines at weekly Toastmasters club meetings as long as you strive to take that first step.

This has prompted me to explore with speechcraft and other aspects of communication. With butterflies, boxes, and glasses, I’ve presented speeches. As part of my lecture, I set up the keyboard and played Mozart for the crowd. I’ve put on a magic hat and done tricks that I completely forgot about halfway through. Some of them were successful, while others were not.

When I found myself in a situation where there were leaders, I decided to improve on my leadership qualities by joining the club executive committee. I had the opportunity to reflect on my strengths and limitations as a communicator and leader in between leadership responsibilities, meetings, and actions. When I had the opportunity to serve as the division editor for Nepal in 2019/20, my relationship with material grew even stronger. Many doors unlocked themselves on this journey, and it was a nudge to open them, both personally and professionally.

Toastmasters’ philosophy is vast, but if I had to summarize it based on my personal experience, I would say it is the opportunity to try new things. There are a plethora of cues in Toastmasters’ Pathways education program. The ability to think quickly on your feet, the agility to detect compliments and recommendations, and the versatility to build various speeches all become transferable abilities. The teachings become inseparable as you figure out what works and what doesn’t for you. You take it with you wherever you go, at home, at work, and everywhere else.

Toastmasters has a long and illustrious history, with over 95 years of experience. You might want to dive in for the pearl, or you might want to dive in for a swim, depending on your ambitions, but the most essential thing you’ll find here is an environment in which to grow yourself. Can Toastmasters help you with all of these things and more? You are the only one who can tell.

January 3, 2023