Tag: Kathmandu

  • Gurans Life Insurance Company Holds Annual General Meeting on Baisakh 06 to Approve 13.27% Bonus Dividend and Merger-Related Agendas

    Gurans Life Insurance Company Holds Annual General Meeting on Baisakh 06 to Approve 13.27% Bonus Dividend and Merger-Related Agendas


     

    Gurans Life Insurance Company Limited (GLICL) has scheduled its 13th Annual General Meeting for the 6th of Baisakh, 2080. The meeting will begin at 10:30 a.m. that day at the company’s headquarters in Tinkune, Kathmandu.

    Among the other items on the agenda, the AGM will approve 13.2712772% bonus shares for fiscal year 2078/79. The Board of Directors decided on Chaitra 09 to distribute 13.2712772% bonus shares for fiscal year 2077/78. The dividend will be paid from the company’s paid-up capital of Rs. 2,23,93,70,000. The bonus shares are thus worth Rs. 29,71,93,000. Pass the resolution to amend the Articles of Association to reflect the increased capital of the company as a result of the issuance of bonus shares.

     

  • Siddhartha Bank’s Promoter Shares will being auctioned off starting today.

    Siddhartha Bank’s Promoter Shares will being auctioned off starting today.


    From today, 14th Chaitra, 2079, the promoter shareholder of Siddhartha Bank Limited (SBL) is auctioning 114,813 units of shares to existing promoter owners.

    SBL unit promoter shares worth 114,813 will be auctioned off. Only existing promoters are entitled to bid on the auction within 35 days after its publication, on the 14th Chaitra. Shareholders should submit their bids to the bank’s headquarters office in Hattisar, Kathmandu.

    If no offers are received from existing founding owners by the deadline, the shares will be auctioned off to the general public.

  • How to Renew Driving License in Nepal

    How to Renew Driving License in Nepal


    You need to renew your driving license in Nepal every 5 years and it can be done through any Transport Management office.

    Even though there are only a few steps to license renewal in Nepal, it almost takes 2 to 3 hours.

    As offices are closed on weekends and so is the DOTM Nepal most of us need to take half a day or take leave from work just to renew our license.

    This is also one of the main reasons why people get fined and have to pay late renewal fees.

    Service Driving License Renewal in Nepal
    Issued By Department of Transport Management
    Validity 5 Years
    Renewal Fee Rs 1500
    Fine After 90 days or more
    Payment Methods Cash
    Application Mode Offline
    Official website https://www.dotm.gov.np/

    To renew your driving license in Nepal you will need to visit the Department of Transport Management office and follow the process below.

    1. Receive token and EDL print
    2. Provide Biometrics
    3. Pass medical checkup
    4. Calculate your fees
    5. Payment
    6. Receive receipt (Wait for license print)

    As you already know Nepal has started implementing smart driving licenses including an option to upgrade for existing license holders.

    This has hugely impacted DOTM’s printing and distribution timing, some are still waiting for their license after a year, so you might have to wait a little longer to receive your driver’s license.

    But you will receive a receipt that can be used as a replacement until you receive your original renewed license.

    Documents required to renew a driving license are

    1. Citizenship original and photocopy
    2. License original and photocopy

    Step-by-Step Guide process to renew License in Nepal 2023

    1. Receive token and EDL print

    The first step is to take a token number for your license renewal, this is the waiting list. And receive your EDL print (license information) from room 101.

    The room number might be different for different cities and offices.

    2. Provide Biometrics

    The second step is to give or verify your digital biometrics, if you have given your biometrics to DOTM then they will verify your digital fingerprint and if your information matches. You will be sent to the next step.

    3. Medical checkup

    The third step is to pass your medical, which is usually an eyesight and color blindness test. They will check if you can see properly or not.

    If you fail this test then you might need to wear glasses and come back later.

    4. Calculate your license fees

    The fourth step is to calculate how much you need to pay to renew your license. This depends on your license type and if you are paying on time or not.

    If you have to pay for renewal before 90 days of expiry then you do not have to pay a fine but if this exceeds then you will be fined. Check the table below for fines and fees.

    5. Payment

    The fifth step is to pay your fees, you need to fill out a bank voucher and deposit it.

    6. Receive a receipt

    After paying you need to wait for the receipt. After it is ready they will call you by name and give it to you.

    You will receive two receipts. One is payment and the other (Pink) can be used as a license.

    After this, you can go home, and to check your license print status you can check their official website.

    About License Renewal fees in Nepal

    The Department of Transport Management charges renewal fees to all Nepalese license holders after the expiry date.

    As of 2023 Driving license renewal charges in Nepal start from Rs 1500 for two-wheelers, 2000 for small vehicles such as Cars and Jeeps, 2500 for heavy vehicles, and the highest will be Rs 3000.

    These renewal fees are divided into categories of vehicles see the image below for more information.

    How much is the fine for an expired license in Nepal?

    The validity of your license in Nepal is of 5 years only and if you want to keep using it then you need to renew it accordingly.

    If you fail to renew your license on time then you will have to pay a fine as high as 500% plus your actual renewal fees.

    If you fail to renew your license within 90 days of expiry, you will be charged 100% until the first year and will keep on adding 100% as the year passes by.

    How much is the fine for an expired license in Nepal?

    You need to pay a fine of 100% to 500% in Nepal if you fail to renew your license on time.

    After how many months will I have to pay fines for an expired license in Nepal?

    The Department of Transport Management starts charging fines for driver’s licenses after 3 months or 90 days of their expiry.

    Frequently Asked Questions on License Renewal

    How much does it cost to renew a license in Nepal in 2023?

    The entry fee for renewing a license in Nepal is Rs 1500, excluding other charges such as photocopies, photos, stamps, and application charges.

    The cost of renewal depends on what type of license you own such as Bike, Car, and Big vehicle.

    What happens if a driving license is expired?

    If your license is expired, then you cannot drive in public spaces. Unless you renew your license and pay the government the renewal fee. Also if you are caught driving without a license then you will be fined and might get other punishments as well.

    How to renew a driving license in Nepal?

    Visit DOTM and follow the steps below to renew a license in Nepal.

    1. Receive token and EDL print
    2. Provide Biometrics
    3. Pass medical checkup
    4. Calculate your fees
    5. Payment
    6. Receive receipt (Wait for license print)

    Can I renew my driving license online in Nepal?

    Yes, you can renew your driving license online, visit the DOTM’s official website dotm.gov.np for more information and the application process.

    Where can I renew my license in Kathmandu?

    You can renew your license from The Department of Transport Management office in Kathmandu.

    Where can I renew my license in Pokhara?

    You can renew your Driving license from DOTM which is located in the Transport Management Office: Driving License, Prithivi Chowk, Pokhara

    Do I need to pay fines for an expired license in Nepal?

    You have 3 months or 90 days after your license expires, after this period you will be fined 100% for the first year.

    What is the maximum validity of a license in Nepal?

    In Nepal, the maximum validity of a Driving License in Nepal is of 5 years.

    What document do I need to renew my license in Nepal?

    Documents you need to renew your license in Nepal are a citizenship certificate, an expired driving license, and photographs.

    Can I renew my license early in Nepal?

    Yes, you can renew your driving license early in Nepal.

    How to check the status of driving license renewal in Nepal

    It is easy to check the status of your license, you can check it on your driver’s license. It has all the information including the expiry date.

    How to renew a driving license that has expired more than 90 days in Nepal

    You can renew your driving license as usual but as it has exceeded more than 90 days, you will be charged a 100% fine for it.

  • NEPSE will be closed today in observance of Ghode Jatra.

    NEPSE will be closed today in observance of Ghode Jatra.


    The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE), the country’s sole stock market, will be closed today (Chaitra 7, 2079) in observance of Ghode Jatra, a public holiday in Kathmandu valley. Normal trading in NEPSE will resume tomorrow (Chaitra 8, 2079) at 11:00 AM.

    The NEPSE index finished yesterday at 1,949.06, up 22.65 points from the previous trading day’s close.

  • Commercial banks profited Rs. 36 Arba until the end of the fiscal year in Magh.

    Commercial banks profited Rs. 36 Arba until the end of the fiscal year in Magh.


    Statistics reveals that commercial banks combined have achieved a total net profit of Rs. 36 Arba and 89 crores. Nabil Bank is the most profitable of the 22 commercial banks, with a net profit of Rs. 4 Arba and 13 crores. Similarly, NIC Asia Bank had a net profit of Rs. 3 Arba and 67 crores. Global IME Bank, on the other hand, has made a net profit of Rs. 3 Arba and 55 Crores. Agricultural Development Bank, on the other hand, has the lowest net profit of Rs. 10 crores.

    – With the successful merger of Global IME Bank and Bank of Kathmandu, the joint transaction in the name of Global IME Bank began on Poush 25, 2079.

  • Kantipur Television Network will hold its annual general meeting on Chaitra 17 and will issue public shares at a premium price.

    Kantipur Television Network will hold its annual general meeting on Chaitra 17 and will issue public shares at a premium price.


    Kantipur Television (KTV) is a private television station based in Kathmandu, Nepal. Kailash Sirohiya is the chairman and managing director. KTV, which debuted in July 2002, is licensed for both terrestrial and satellite transmission. Tinkune is the headquarters of Kantipur Television. On the 17th Chaitra, 2079, Kantipur Television Network Limited will hold its Special General Meeting (SGM). The meeting will begin at 1 PM in the company’s headquarters in Tinkune, Kathmandu.

     

  • 9% of the promoter shares of Prime Life Insurance Company are converted into public shares.

    9% of the promoter shares of Prime Life Insurance Company are converted into public shares.


     

    Prime Life Insurance Company Limited (PLIC) has announced a change in its promoter to public shareholding ratio.

    On the 24th Poush, 2079, the company held its 15th AGM. The AGM approved the board’s proposal to change the promoter/public share ratio of the company from 60:40 to 51:49. The company has now informed that if any of the shareholders are unwilling to convert their ownership of the founder shares into a public group, they should make a self-declaration to the company’s corporate office in Hattisar, Kathmandu, within 7 days of the date of publication of this notice.

  • Molung Hydropower Company’s Initial Public Offering (IPO) has ended: 226,465 applicants receive 10 units.

    Molung Hydropower Company’s Initial Public Offering (IPO) has ended: 226,465 applicants receive 10 units.


    Molung Hydropower Company Limited’s initial public offering (IPO) was completed today at Sunrise Capital Limited’s Kamalpokhari office in Kathmandu.

    Molung Hydropower Company Limited issued to the general public 22,64,655 units worth Rs 22.64 crore in an Initial Public Offering (IPO) (Falgun 4- 10, 2079).

     

  • Swarojgar Laghubitta Announces Book Closure Date for its Dividend of 23.157%

    Swarojgar Laghubitta Announces Book Closure Date for its Dividend of 23.157%


    Swarojgar Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (SLBBL) has announced the book closure date for its 23.1579% dividend worth Rs. 11.90 crores for fiscal year 2078/79 and has scheduled the 14th Annual General Meeting for Chaitra 11, 2079. The meeting will begin at 11:30 a.m. that day in Nepal Pragya Pratisthan, Kamaladi, Kathmandu.

    Among the other items on the agenda, the AGM will approve a 23.1579% dividend of Rs. 11.90 crores for fiscal year 2078/79. On Poush 27, the board of directors decided to distribute the dividend on the paid-up capital of Rs. 51.40 crores. There is a proposal for 22% bonus shares worth Rs 11.31 crores and a 1.1579% cash dividend (including tax) worth Rs 59.52 lakhs.

     

  • Suryodaya Womi Laghubitta Promoter Shares in Auction Begin Today

    Suryodaya Womi Laghubitta Promoter Shares in Auction Begin Today


    Suryodaya Womi Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (SWMFcurrent )’s promoters are auctioning off 2,28,295 shares to promoter owners beginning today, 17th Falgun, 2079.

    SWMF unit promoter shares worth $2,28,295 will be auctioned off. Only existing promoters are able to bid on the auction within 35 days of its release, on the 17th of Falgun. Shareholders should submit their bids to the company’s headquarters office in Imadol, Kathmandu.

  • Last Day to Claim Laxmi Laghubitta’s Proposed 20% Dividend (LLBS)

    Last Day to Claim Laxmi Laghubitta’s Proposed 20% Dividend (LLBS)


    Today is the last day to claim Laxmi Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited’s proposed 20% dividend (LLBS).

    The company has scheduled its 11th Annual General Meeting for February 29, 2079. The meeting will begin at 11 a.m. that day in Agrawal Bhavan, Kamalpokhari, Kathmandu.

     

  • “10.5% BOK Debenture 2086” is now available on the NEPSE.

    “10.5% BOK Debenture 2086” is now available on the NEPSE.


    In NEPSE, 11,00,000 units of “10.5% BOK Debenture 2086” have been listed.

    Bank of Kathmandu Limited issued 11,00,000 units of “10.5% BOK Debenture 2086” between the 2nd and 7th Bhadras of 2079.

    6.60 lakh units were subscribed via private placement from the total issue of 11 lakh units, while the remaining 4.40 lakh units worth Rs. 44 crores were open for public issue, 5% of which was also allocated to mutual funds.

    The “10.50% BOK Debenture 2086” has a maturity period of 7 years and will provide an annual return of 10.50% during that time.