Tag: Government

  • Nepal Prepares for Nepal Investment Summit 2024 to Boost Economy

    Nepal Prepares for Nepal Investment Summit 2024 to Boost Economy


    The Government of Nepal is gearing up for the highly anticipated Nepal Investment Summit 2024, set to kick off on April 28 in Kathmandu. This two-day event, themed ‘Emerging Nepal,’ aims to showcase 125 national-level projects across various sectors to attract investment and foster economic development in the country.

    Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal, in discussions with development partners, emphasized the government’s unwavering commitment to creating a secure and conducive investment climate. The Investment Board of Nepal (IBN) has extended invitations to over 1,100 potential investors, with more than 100 projects identified as viable for display at the summit.

    Nepal boasts promising investment prospects in sectors such as clean energy, tourism, agro-processing, mining, information and communication technology (ICT), transportation, and manufacturing. Highlighted projects include the Nepal-China Friendly Industrial Park in Jhapa, the Upper Marsyangdi-2 Hydropower Project, grid-connected solar initiatives in Banke and Kapilvastu districts, and a potential agreement with Dabur Nepal for expanding production capacity.

    The estimated cost of the Nepal-China Friendly Industrial Park is $786 million, while the Upper Marsyangdi-2 Hydropower Project seeks $647 million in Chinese investment. Grid-connected solar projects and Dabur Nepal’s expansion plan also present significant investment opportunities, showcasing Nepal’s appeal to prospective investors.

    Despite past investment summits in 2017 and 2019 aimed at boosting Nepal’s attractiveness to investors, challenges remain in translating summit outcomes into tangible results. The government has undertaken pre-event activities abroad and streamlined preparations, but delays in amending relevant legislation persist, hindering progress towards creating a more investor-friendly regulatory environment.

    Pre-Seminar on Nepal Investment Summit held in Zhejiang Province of China - Click Nepal

  • Nepal Stock really love Oli in government.

    Nepal Stock really love Oli in government.


    The news of KP Oli being in government pops out, market went up crazy.

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  • Government Sets Minimum Purchase Price for Sugarcane to Boost Farmer Compensation

    Government Sets Minimum Purchase Price for Sugarcane to Boost Farmer Compensation


    During a recent Cabinet meeting held at Singhadurbar, the government made a significant decision to establish the minimum purchase price for sugarcane at Rs 635 per quintal. The official announcement of this decision was made by government spokesperson Rekha Sharma.

    As per the newly implemented regulation, sugarcane mills are now required to directly pay Rs 565 per quintal to the farmers. Additionally, the government will extend a subsidy of Rs 70 per quintal to support farmers involved in the sugarcane industry.

    Spokesperson Sharma also revealed that the meeting involved a comprehensive review of the government’s progress over the past year. Chief Secretary Dr. Baikuntha Aryal presented insights during the session, emphasizing the urgency to expedite government activities and enhance decision-making processes, laws, and legislation.

    This decision is anticipated to have a positive impact on sugarcane farmers, ensuring they receive fair and reasonable compensation for their produce. Ultimately, it is expected to contribute to the overall growth and sustainability of the agricultural sector.

  • Large Taxpayer Office Reports Record Profit Tax Collection of Rs. 12.5 Arba from Mergers, Acquisitions, and FPOs

    Large Taxpayer Office Reports Record Profit Tax Collection of Rs. 12.5 Arba from Mergers, Acquisitions, and FPOs


    The Large Taxpayer Office has reported the successful collection of Rs. 12.5 Arba in profit tax, derived from mergers, gains from acquisitions, and profits generated from Follow-On Public Offerings (FPOs). This significant amount was gathered on Friday and Saturday through detailed filings by numerous organizations. On Friday, 30 organizations contributed to this sum, filing taxes amounting to Rs. 11.3 Arba, with an additional 11 institutions filing taxes on Saturday, totaling Rs. 1.44 Arba. Mr. Janak Sharma, the head of the Large Taxpayer Office, commended both public and private entities for their proactive engagement in meeting their tax obligations.

    It was disclosed that among the 41 organizations paying taxes on profits from FPO, 14 also paid taxes on profits from both FPO and bargain purchases resulting from mergers and acquisitions. This tax collection falls under the current financial year, representing a substantial boost in revenue.

    This initiative was prompted by persistent recommendations from the Office of the Auditor General, raising concerns about tax evasion related to FPO premiums, gains from bargain purchases in mergers and acquisitions, and auction share sales. The Ministry of Finance and the Inland Revenue Department initially overlooked these concerns but took action following the 60th report of the Office, emphasizing the recovery of revenues from these sources.

    In response, Finance Minister Dr. Prakash Sharan Mahat introduced an arrangement to encourage timely payment of revenues. Companies paying taxes on FPO premiums, bargain purchase gains, and auction share sales by the end of Mangsir would be exempted from fines and interests. Despite legal scrutiny, the constitutional bench of the Supreme Court recently dismissed a petition filed by 16 Banking and Financial Institutions (BFIs), upholding the government’s position that the taxation did not constitute a levy on capital.

    The BFIs were given a deadline to deposit the specified amount by the end of Mangsir, and companies proactively met this deadline, contributing significantly to the substantial revenue collection observed over the weekend. The detailed breakdown of tax payments by various BFIs under different titles is provided, with a total of Rs. 7 Arba 97 Crores 87 lakhs remitted under FPO and Rs. 4 Arba 49 Crores 81 Lakhs for benefit of Bargain Purchases.

  • Government Commission Successfully Resolves Over 5,000 Usury Complaints, Returns Assets to Victims

    Government Commission Successfully Resolves Over 5,000 Usury Complaints, Returns Assets to Victims


    The Commission formed by the government to investigate and resolve cases related to usury has effectively handled 5,155 out of the 28,000 received complaints, according to Uttamraj Subedi, a Commission member and Additional Inspector General of Police. Since its inception, the Commission has facilitated the return of 218 bigha 10 kattha 7 dhur (793) to victims from usurious lenders through reconciliation.

    In their study, the Commission found documented transactions exceeding Rs 5.857 billion between victims and loan sharks. The lenders asserted a pending recovery of over Rs 1.62 billion from victims. Notably, a consensus settlement between the parties resolved transactions totaling over Rs 1.72 billion, as disclosed by the Commission.

    Victims’ applications were collected from April 30 to May 28, with 21,552 complaints registered from eight districts in Madhesh Province and 1,862 from Nawalparashi Paschim. Gauri Bahadur Karki, the Commission Chairperson, confirmed that the Commission submitted its report to the Prime Minister last Tuesday. Karki added that among the 39 districts, 29 reported cases, both registered and resolved, indicating that 39 districts had no usury problems.

    To tackle issues related to loan-sharking, the government established a three-member high-powered Commission, and the corresponding law was passed and enforced by the Parliament. The Commission’s dedicated efforts underscore a commitment to safeguarding vulnerable individuals from usurious practices.

  • Government Utilizes 10.2% of Development Capital Amidst Sluggish Revenue Collection

    Government Utilizes 10.2% of Development Capital Amidst Sluggish Revenue Collection


    As the current fiscal year reaches its midway point with four and a half months passed, the government’s utilization of its development capital remains relatively modest at 10.2%. According to the Financial Comptroller General Office, the government has disbursed Rs 30.27 arba for the ongoing fiscal year, with an additional Rs 3.20 kharba allocated for previous expenditures.

    In the initial four and a half months of the fiscal year, the total government expenditure has reached 20.75%, totaling Rs 3.63 kharba. A noteworthy aspect is that 24.4% of this expenditure has been directed towards current expenses, covering salaries, allowances, and administrative costs for employees.

    Simultaneously, the government’s revenue collection has demonstrated sluggish performance, achieving only 20.66% of the targeted revenue during this period. The detailed breakdown indicates that 20.77% is derived from tax income, while non-tax income contributes 19.49%.

    The government’s revenue collection goal for the current financial year is set at Rs. 14.22 kharba. However, the current figure stands at Rs. 3.12 kharba, resulting in the government’s expenditures surpassing its income by Rs 50.61 arba.

  • Loan against pension for government employee

    Loan against pension for government employee


    **My dad wants to invest in stock using a loan as he is a retired government officer. But every time he visits Rastra Baniyjya Bank where he gets his pension amount from. Either the officers with proper knowledge of loan against pension are absent or they are unaware of recent changes. Can anyone please explain if it’s possible to take a loan against a pension in Nepal?**

    **Thank you**

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  • “Government Permits 60% of Local-Level Funds as Bank Deposits”

    “Government Permits 60% of Local-Level Funds as Bank Deposits”


     

    The government is planning to allow 60 percent of the funds accumulated at the local level to be recognized as deposits. The Ministry of Finance has made this decision and is set to send a letter to the Nepal Rastra Bank on Friday. The Nepal Rastra Bank, starting today, is preparing to issue directives that will enable banks to consider 60 percent of the funds held at the local level as deposits.

    In the month of Asar, there was approximately 1 kharba 10 Arba in the reserve fund at the local level, with 66 percent of that amount totaling about 66 arba. As a result of this decision, it is anticipated that deposits in commercial banks will increase by more than 60 arba. This move aims to boost the liquidity and financial stability of local governments and commercial banks.