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  • List of Bank Holidays in Nepal 2080

    List of Bank Holidays in Nepal 2080


    The central bank of Nepal, Nepal Rastra Bank, has recently unveiled the annual bank holiday schedule for the period of 2080 BS, which spans from April 14, 2023 to April 12, 2024. This comes in response to the government’s decision to permit essential service-providing institutions, such as banks, to operate on specific public holidays as declared by the government. The notice from NRB outlines the bank holidays during which Nepalese banks will remain closed, while also indicating that partial banking services, including cash transactions, will be available on certain dates marked with an asterisk (*). This information is aimed at providing clarity to the public and businesses regarding the operational status of banks during the designated holidays.

    No. List of Holidays Date
    1 New Year April 14, 2023
    2 Labour Day May 1, 2023
    3 Buddha Jayanti/Ubhauli/Chandi Purnima* May 5, 2023
    4 Republic Day* May 29, 2023
    5 Gaura Parva (Only for the region or culture celebrating the festival) August 24, 2023
    6 Raksha Bandhan/Gai Jatra* August 31, 2023
    7 Krishna Janmashtami* September 6, 2023
    8 Tij (Only for women) September 18, 2023
    9 Constitution Day September 20, 2023
    10 Indra Jatra* (Only in the Kathmandu valley) September 28, 2023
    11 Jitiya Parva (Only for women celebrating the festival) October 7, 2023
    12 Ghatasthapana* October 15, 2023
    13 Dashain (Phulpati-Dwadashi) October 21-26, 2023
    14 Phalgunanda Jayanti (Only for the followers of Kirat religion) November 11, 2023
    15 Tihar November 12-16, 2023
    16 Chhath November 19, 2023
    17 Guru Nanak Jayanti (Only for the Sikhs) November 27, 2023
    18 International Disability Day (Only for the staff with disabilities) December 3, 2023
    19 Christmas* December 25, 2023
    20 Udhauli/Yomari Punhi/Jyapu Diwas* December 26, 2023
    21 Tamu Lhosar* December 31, 2023
    22 Prithvi Jayanti/National Unity Day* January 12, 2024
    23 Maghi/Maghe Sankranti* January 15, 2024
    24 Sonam Lhosar* February 10, 2024
    25 People’s War Day* February 13, 2024
    26 Democracy Day* February 19, 2024
    27 Mahashivaratri/Women’s Day* March 8, 2024
    28 Gyalpo Lhosar* March 11, 2024
    29 Phagu Purnima March 24, 2024 (Hilly and mountainous districts)
    March 25, 2024 (Plain districts)
    30 Ghodejatra* (Only in the Kathmandu valley) April 8, 2024
    31 Machhindranath Bhoto Jatra* (Only in the Kathmandu valley) Date to be announced by the government
    32 Eid al-Fitr* Date to be announced by the government
    33 Bakra Eid/Eid al-Adha* Date to be announced by the government
    34 Siruwa Pawani (Only in Jhapa, Morang, Sunsari, Siraha and Saptari) Date to be announced by the government
    35 Mohammad Jayanti (Only for the Muslims) Date to be announced by the government
  • ‘Himalayan Stock Exchange’ applied for license of new stock exchange

    ‘Himalayan Stock Exchange’ applied for license of new stock exchange


    “Himalayan Stock Exchange” has applied for a license to the Nepal Securities Board for a new stock exchange. The application has been filed by Himalayan Stock Exchange, which has been established with the participation of prominent business families in Nepal, including Shankar Group, along with the largest industrial houses in Nepal such as Shekhar Golchha of Nepal Chamber of Commerce and Industry, former presidents of the Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI) Pashupati Murarka, Rajendra Khetan of Khetan Group, Satish Lal Mor of Lucky Group, Vivek Dugar of Dugar Group, Shourabh Jyoti of Jyoti Group and other major traders and business houses. This is the first application for a stock exchange license by Himalayan Stock Exchange.

    The application has been filed by Himalayan Stock Exchange, along with investment from Rohit Gupta, Ashish Shrestha, Juni Gurung, and Deepak Bhatta.

    The deadline for applying for a license for the commodity exchange (Commodity Exchange) along with the stock exchange is until 10th Baisakh, 2079 (April 22, 2023). So far, only one application has been submitted under the name of Himalayan Stock Exchange.

    Similarly, there has been no application filed until Friday for the commodity exchange. The applications for the stock and commodity exchanges are separate.

     

  • For Fiscal Year 2078/79, Nesdo Sambridha Laghubitta revises the dividend rate to 17.9342%.

    For Fiscal Year 2078/79, Nesdo Sambridha Laghubitta revises the dividend rate to 17.9342%.


    The dividend percentage for the fiscal year 2078/79 has been changed from 73.68% to 17.93% by Nesdo Sambridha Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (NESDO).

    On Chaitra 09, the board of directors resolved to disburse the dividend on the paid-up capital of Rs. 25.50 crores. There was a proposal for 50% bonus shares worth Rs. 12.75 crores and a cash dividend of 23.68% worth Rs. 6.03 crores.

    The dividend was only to be issued following clearance from Nepal Rastra Bank and approval from the company’s upcoming AGM. According to the NRB’s recommendations, the corporation has increased the dividend from Rs. 25.50 crores to a maximum of 17.93%.

  • Muktinath Bikas Bank and Sadhana Laghubitta distributed bonus shares to shareholders’ demat accounts.

    Muktinath Bikas Bank and Sadhana Laghubitta distributed bonus shares to shareholders’ demat accounts.


    Muktinath Bikas Bank Limited (MNBBL) has given 13.5% bonus shares directly to its owners’ DEMAT accounts and encouraged them to dematerialize their shares.

    On 30th Poush, 2079, the bank had its 16th AGM for FY 2078/79. The AGM approved a dividend of 14.2105% for fiscal year 2078/79. The board of directors resolved on Poush 01 to disburse the dividend on the paid-up capital of Rs. 5.65 Arba. There was a proposal for 13.5% bonus shares worth Rs 76.37 crore and 0.7105% cash dividend (including bonus shares for tax purposes) of Rs 4.01 crore. Demat accounts are now receiving the same bonus dividend.

     

  • Nothing Phone 1 is Launching in Nepal – Exclusively on Daraz

    Nothing Phone 1 is Launching in Nepal – Exclusively on Daraz


    Nepal’s leading e-commerce platform, Daraz, has announced the exclusive launch of the “Nothing Phone 1” in Nepal on April 11. The Nothing Phone 1 is the first product from the new technology venture “Nothing,” founded by the co-founder of OnePlus, Carl Pei. This much-anticipated smartphone will be available exclusively on Daraz for Nepalese customers.

    The Nothing Phone 1 is an exceptional smartphone that stands out in terms of design, features, and innovation. This phone has a sleek and elegant design with a transparent back panel, giving it a futuristic and premium look. The Nothing Phone 1 is equipped with a 6.67-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display, providing an immersive viewing experience with rich colors and sharp details. The phone’s display also has a 120Hz refresh rate, making it perfect for gaming and smooth scrolling.

    The phone is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 processor, which provides lightning-fast performance and efficient power consumption. The Nothing Phone 1 is available in two variants: 8GB RAM with 128GB storage and 12GB RAM with 256GB storage. The phone runs on Android 11 with a custom skin called “Nothing UI,” which is designed to provide a clean and simple user interface.

    One of the most exciting features of the Nothing Phone 1 is its camera setup. The phone has a triple-camera setup, including a 64-megapixel primary camera, a 12-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens, and a 5-megapixel macro lens. The phone’s camera is also equipped with several AI features, including AI scene detection, AI beautification, and more.

    The Nothing Phone 1 also has a large 4,500mAh battery with support for 65W fast charging, which allows you to charge the phone from 0% to 100% in just 35 minutes. The phone also has support for 5G, making it future-proof and ready for the next generation of mobile networks.

    The anticipated cost of the 8/128GB version of the Nothing Phone (1) in Nepal is approximately Rs. 55,999. Meanwhile, the Indian market offers the same variant starting at INR 32,999, with the 8/256GB option priced at INR 35,999 and the top-of-the-line 12/256GB variant at INR 38,999. This phone comes in two color options, Black and White. The Nothing Phone (1) is set to arrive in Nepal via Daraz on April 11th, and we anticipate that the smartphone will be more reasonably priced.

  • Mahila Laghubitta (MLBSL) Bonus Shares (47.5%) Listed on NEPSE

    Mahila Laghubitta (MLBSL) Bonus Shares (47.5%) Listed on NEPSE


     

    NEPSE has listed 7,00,625 unit bonus shares of Mahila Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (MLBSL).

    On 21st Falgun, the company held its 5th AGM for FY 2078/79 and approved a 50% dividend worth Rs. 7.37 crores for the fiscal year 2078/79. On Poush 26, the 51st board of directors decided to distribute the dividend on the paid-up capital of Rs. 14.75 crores. There was a proposal for 47.5% bonus shares worth Rs 7 crores and a 2.5% cash dividend (including tax) worth Rs 36.87 lakhs.

     

  • NEPSE listing of bonus shares of IME General Insurance and Wean Nepal Laghubitta

    NEPSE listing of bonus shares of IME General Insurance and Wean Nepal Laghubitta


    On the 9th Magh, the firm had its 25th AGM for the fiscal year 2078/79 and approved a 6.316% dividend. At its 127th board meeting, the business requested a 6.316% dividend on its paid-up capital of Rs. 1.70 Arba. There was a proposal for 6% bonus shares worth Rs 10,20,99,085 and a 0.316% cash dividend (including tax) of Rs 53.73 lakhs. NEPSE now lists the same bonus shares.

    IGI has an LTP of Rs. 387 as of this writing.

  • All 5 NIC Asia Capital Mutual Fund Schemes have published the Falgun Month NAV Report.

    All 5 NIC Asia Capital Mutual Fund Schemes have published the Falgun Month NAV Report.


     

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    The financial highlights for the month of Falgun have been published by NIC Asia Balanced Fund (NICBF), a 10-year close-end mutual fund scheme managed by NIC Asia Capital. The period’s NAV was Rs. 10.73, which was lower than the previous month’s NAV of Rs. 11.26.

    The scheme started with a Rs. 75.50 crore fund, including seed capital from the fund sponsor. The scheme has spent Rs. 43.10 crores on listed company shares and Rs. 19.52 crores on debentures. Non-listed shares are worth Rs. 1.34 crores. The amount invested in fixed deposits is Rs. 9 crores, and the bank balance is Rs. 4.38 crores.

     

  • Nepal SBI Bank’s bonus shares worth 29.47 lakh have been listed for trading on the NEPSE.

    Nepal SBI Bank’s bonus shares worth 29.47 lakh have been listed for trading on the NEPSE.


    Nepal SBI Bank Limited (SBI) has listed 29,47,755.9338 unit bonus shares on NEPSE.

    On the 25th of Poush, 2079, the company held its 29th AGM for the fiscal year 2078/79. For fiscal year 2078/79, the board of directors approved a 10.53% dividend of Rs. 1.03 Arba. On Mangsir 12, 2079, the 492nd board of directors decided to distribute a 10.53% dividend on the paid-up capital of Rs. 9,82,58,53,113, with 3% bonus shares worth Rs. 29,47,75,594 and 7.53% cash dividend (including tax) worth Rs 73,98,86,735 endorsed. NEPSE now lists the same bonus shares.