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  • The government’s spending exceeds its revenue by Rs 1.56 Kharba.

    The government’s spending exceeds its revenue by Rs 1.56 Kharba.


     

    For the first eight months of the current fiscal year 2079/80, the government’s budget deficit exceeded Rs. 1.56 Kharba. By the end of Falgun, the government had spent 7.79 Kharba of its budget, but had only collected 6.22 Kharba in total revenue.

    Meanwhile, only 22.15% of capital expenditure (CAPEX) is used until the end of Falgun’s fiscal year 2079/80.

    The government’s capital expenditure is the money spent on the development of physical assets. In Nepal, the capital budget is funded by balancing domestic revenue after the recurrent budget, grants, and loans have been met. According to the Financial Comptroller General Office, only Rs. 84.25 Arba of the capital budget has been spent out of the targeted budget of Rs. 3.80 Kharba.

     

  • 7-Month Macroeconomic Highlights: Inflation is 7.88%.

    7-Month Macroeconomic Highlights: Inflation is 7.88%.


    According to the Nepal Rastra Bank, inflation remained at 7.88 percent year on year. During the mentioned period, the gross foreign exchange reserves stood at USD 10.50 billion, while total imports and exports decreased by 19.9 percent and 29 percent, respectively, and the trade deficit decreased by 18.7 percent.

    The outstanding concessional loan was Rs.210.96 billion as of mid-February 2023, with 148,295 borrowers. For selected commercial agriculture and livestock businesses, Rs.142.56 billion has been extended to 61,335 borrowers. Similarly, 84,105 women entrepreneurs have received loans totaling Rs.65.19 billion. A total of 2,855 borrowers have received concessional loans in other specified sector

     

  • There are eight things you should do to ensure that your laptop lasts as long as possible in Nepal

    There are eight things you should do to ensure that your laptop lasts as long as possible in Nepal


    Laptops are far more convenient than desktop computers for the majority of people. The majority of people nowadays work on laptop computers. A good laptop can be as powerful as you want it to be, which is why there are so many high-priced models available.

    Because a laptop is more expensive to replace, it is critical to understand how to properly care for it. Because you can take your laptop almost anywhere, it can withstand far more abuse than you might think. Today, we’ll give you a list of things you can do to make sure your laptop lasts a long time, especially if you’re in Nepal.

    1. Ensure proper routine care

    Without a doubt, this is the most crucial factor in ensuring that your laptop lasts a long time. Always be cautious when leaving your laptop unattended. Make sure it’s not in the vicinity of children or pets, and that it’s not facing the sun. Maintaining proper routine care is essential. Drinks and food should not be consumed in close proximity to the laptop. Holding the laptop by the screen is never a good idea. Maintaining a comfortable temperature for the laptop is essential, as is keeping it away from any electrical appliances.

    2. Protect in a bag

    It’s very likely that your laptop will accompany you on your travels, so it’s critical to keep it safe at all times. It is strongly advised that you purchase a suitable carry bag. Stacking items on top of the laptop should be avoided because it can damage the laptop’s components. Also, take good care of the screen. People frequently forget to place items on the laptop’s keyboard before closing the lid, which can cause the screen to crack. Always remember not to put anything on the keyboard in the first place. Slamming the lid shut could also damage the laptop.

    3. Keep the laptop clean

    If you’re working and carrying your laptop around, a lot of dirt, hair, dirt, and crumbs, to name a few, can get into it. This is potentially damaging to your laptop and will degrade its performance. Gunk can obstruct the fan’s ability to do its job, as well as affect the laptop’s temperature. It is always preferable to avoid allowing the gunk into the laptop in the first place. This is why you should keep drinks and foods away from your laptop. When you are not using the laptop, it is a good idea to close it and place it inside the case. Finally, some gunk is unavoidable, so it’s a good idea to clean your laptop with the right tools or take it to a professional when necessary.

    4. Keep it clean inside

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    If your laptop has a hard drive, defragmenting it once every two months can improve the laptop’s performance. Keeping it clean on the inside also entails deleting any unnecessary files, folders, or apps. By freeing up space on your laptop and reducing the amount of work your hard drive has to do, you can improve its performance and reduce the amount of work it has to do.

    5. Avoid overheating

    A computer that is kept cool will always last longer. When you’re using your laptop, make sure there’s enough airflow. It is best to avoid using a laptop in bed or on the carpet. Using a pillow as padding should also be avoided because it can obstruct the laptop’s air vents. A cooling fan is recommended because it raises the laptop off the desk and has built-in fans that allow for better airflow. Limiting the number of programs you run can also help keep your laptop from overheating. You can always enable power-saving mode for normal use.

    6. Run a virus scan

    We spend a lot of time on the internet and download a lot of information. Along with downloading the things we require, we may unwittingly download malware or spyware. They’re a common cause of laptop sluggishness. A virus scan can help you identify the source of your slow computer and prevent malware attacks from occurring. Your browser selection can also aid in malware protection.

    7. Taking care of the battery

    The battery is an important component of your laptop and serves as the power source for it. In order to extend the battery’s life, it must be properly cared for. Make sure the batteries are kept at room temperature at all times. If you’re going to store your laptop for a few days, it’s best to keep the battery half charged rather than fully charged or uncharged. It goes without saying that you should not leave your laptop plugged in overnight.

    8. Upgrade

    Your laptop’s performance will gradually deteriorate over time. Instead of purchasing a new laptop, you can upgrade the parts in your current one, which can significantly improve the usability and performance of your machine. Hardware components that affect the performance of the laptop, such as fans, hard drives, and batteries, can be upgraded or replaced. You can upgrade your laptop’s hard drive and RAM, which will improve its speed, performance, and lifespan.

  • Bitcoin Has Dropped 50% From Its All-Time High

    Bitcoin Has Dropped 50% From Its All-Time High


    Bitcoin prices have plummeted in recent months, losing more than half their value since mid-April and falling to just under $30,000 this morning.

    According to CoinDesk numbers, the world’s most common digital currency reached $30,201.96 today.

    According to additional CoinDesk data, it was down more than 55 percent from its all-time high of nearly $65,000 at this point.

    At the time of writing, the cryptocurrency was trading around $37,000, and many market analysts weighed in, shedding light on the digital asset’s recent price fluctuations and evaluating its short-term prospects.

    [Editor’s note: Investing in cryptocoins or tokens is extremely risky, and the market is largely unregulated.] Anyone thinking about it should be aware that they might lose their entire investment.]

    Selling Pressure That Is ‘Relentless’

    “Over the last 24 hours, the selling pressure in the BTC market has been relentless, perfectly aligning with elevated bitcoin inflows to exchanges seen on-chain,” said Sean Rooney, head of research at Valkyrie Investments.

    “Binance led the charge on Monday, with over 53,000 BTC dumped into the exchange to be sold,” he explained.

    Nick Mancini, a research analyst at Trade The Chain, a crypto sentiment data provider, discussed how events like these influenced prices.

    “Bitcoin is now down 45 percent from its April high of nearly $65,000,” he said.

    “Short-term sentiment seemed to be bottoming out with price, but it appears that they were only consolidating for a further decline,” Mancini said.

    “The good news is that Bitcoin’s primary liquidity levels in the $30,000 range remained stable throughout the decline, causing the price to recover from $30,000 to near $37,000 in less than an hour.”

    “Key support levels are $28,500, $24,000, and $20,000, which all correspond to order book liquidity levels,” Mancini said.

    StockCharts.com’s chief market strategist, David Keller, added:

    “Bitcoin’s drop to $30,000 made technical sense because it’s a 100 percent retracement back to the January lows. It’s all about seeking equilibrium after a serious selloff like this.”

    “Where do we see investors with enough clout to drive the price back up?”

    “Based on previous price support and the influx of buyers this morning, $30,000 is the new floor for Bitcoin,” Keller said.

    Market Is ‘Oversold’

    The market may have overreacted in light of recent events and bitcoin’s losses since roughly mid-April, according to analysts.

    According to Mancini, Bitcoin’s relative strength index (RSI), a technical measure used to gauge an asset’s momentum, recently dropped to “the lowest level since March 2020,” meaning the digital currency is “highly oversold.”

    He also stated that the Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD), a momentum indicator used by technical analysts, is “at its lowest level in Bitcoin’s history, further suggesting Bitcoin is oversold.”

    “The market is due for a bounce,” according to Rooney, but “a fast turnaround in the short term is unlikely.”

    “A correction of this magnitude in the middle of a bull market seems out of place, but the absence of mania topping trends indicates the bull run is not over,” he said.

    “With new users joining the network, long-term fundamentals on-chain remain strong.”