National Life Insurance Company has announced bonus rates ranging from Rs 63 to Rs 85 per Rs 1000 for its insured customers.
According to the information, the company will offer a Rs 63 bonus for up to 9 years of life insurance, Rs 64 for 10 to 20 years, Rs 70 for 21 to 25 years, and Rs 85 for 26 years and above per Rs 1000 of insured amount. According to the media statement, the company will also provide Rs 64 for up to 9 years of term insurance and full life insurance, Rs 64 for 9 to 20 years, Rs 70 for 21 to 25 years, and Rs 85 for 26 years and above.
In addition to the new year’s special offer, the bank is offering a 0.25% discount on the service charge for both of these loan schemes for female home/business owners for a limited time. According to the media statement, borrowers can also receive up to 100% of the cost of the home/building as a loan for a maximum of 30 years, as well as a special discount on the service fee.
According to the media statement, the bank will provide loans for entrepreneurs with the best valuation of property, loan amount disbursed beforehand, and an attractive discount on in-service charge.
After a successful merger between Siddhartha Insurance Limited (SIL) and Premier Insurance Company (Nepal) Limited (PIC), 28,065,499 shares of Siddhartha Premier Insurance Limited (SPIL) were listed on NEPSE.
On the 27th of Ashad, 2079, SIL and PIC inked a merger agreement. The corporation had agreed to a merger with a swap ratio of 1:1. SIL’s paid-up capital was Rs. 1,403,920,000. PIC’s paid-up capital was Rs. 1,402,629,900 at the time. The newly combined firm “Siddhartha Premier Insurance Ltd” has a total paid-up capital of Rs. 2.8 Arba.Following a successful merger, SIL and PIC began the joint transaction as Siddhartha Premier Insurance Limited (SPIL) on Falgun 17, 2079. As a result, the listed shares will begin trading under the ticker “SPIL.”
In the most recent list of mutual fund scheme pipeline status published by the Securities Exchange Board of Nepal (SEBON), “NI 31” has recently been added under preliminary review.
The fund size for NI 31 will be Rs. 15 crores divided into 1.5 crore units with a par value of Rs.10 per unit. On Chaitra 16, the application was submitted to SEBON. The mutual fund scheme’s fund manager is Nabil Investment Banking Limited. Nabil Bank, on the other hand, is the scheme’s Fund Sponsor.
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.
Receive token and EDL print
Provide Biometrics
Pass medical checkup
Calculate your fees
Payment
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
Citizenship original and photocopy
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.
Rumors have been circulating on the internet about the arrival of Samsung’s all-new A series smartphone in Nepal. With the global release of the Samsung Galaxy A34 5G and Galaxy A54 5G, there has been speculation in the Nepali market about when the fantastic new addition to Samsung’s beloved A-series phones will arrive in Nepal. They appear to have confirmed it now, as we can see some teaser posts about the A series on the official Samsung Nepal social media platforms, indicating that it will be released soon.
This is the last day to get a dividend of 15.7895% suggested by Janautthan Samudayic Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (JSLBB).
The corporation has scheduled its 12th Annual General Meeting for Chaitra 26th, 2079. The conference will begin at 11 a.m. that day at the Hotel New Era in Butwal.
Among the other items on the agenda, the AGM will approve a 15.7895% dividend of Rs. 2.33 crores for fiscal year 2078/79. The board of directors resolved on March 29 to distribute 15% bonus shares and 0.7895% cash dividend from the paid-up capital of Rs. 14.79 crores. As a result, the bonus shares are worth somewhat more than Rs. 2.21 crore, while the cash dividends are worth Rs. 11.67 lakhs.
Today is the last day to receive a dividend of 15.7895% proposed by Janautthan Samudayic Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (JSLBB).
The company has scheduled its 12th Annual General Meeting for Chaitra 26th, 2079. The meeting will begin at 11 a.m. that day at the Hotel New Era in Butwal.
Among the other items on the agenda, the AGM will approve a 15.7895% dividend of Rs. 2.33 crores for fiscal year 2078/79. The board of directors decided on March 29 to distribute 15% bonus shares and 0.7895% cash dividend from the paid-up capital of Rs. 14.79 crores. As a result, the bonus shares are worth slightly more than Rs. 2.21 crore, a
Gold prices are once again making news, since the value of gold reached an all-time high on March 19, 2023, i.e. today. Today’s gain is the consequence of a Rs. 2900 one-day increase from yesterday’s pricing.
According to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association’s official website, fine gold is now trading at Rs. 110,000 per tola. Yesterday, the tariff remained unchanged at Rs. 107,100 per tola. Meanwhile, Tejabi gold is currently trading at Rs. 109500. In contrast, the cost was kept at Rs. 106,600 per tola yesterday.
In the last 10 days, the price of gold has climbed by Rs. 9500 per tola. Gold was priced at Rs 1,00,500 per tola on March 9, 2023.
Jeevan Bikas Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (JBLB) has reduced the dividend rate for fiscal year 2078/79 from 37.3684% to 33.15%.
The 72nd meeting of the board of directors, held on Falgun 06, resolved to give a dividend of Rs. 1.03 Arba on the paid-up capital. A cash dividend of 9.3684% and 28% bonus shares had been recommended.
The dividend was to be paid only after clearance from Nepal Rastra Bank and approval from the company’s future AGM. The dividend has been changed in accordance with Nepal Rastra Bank’s directives. As a result, a new dividend rate of 26% Bonus dividend and 7.15% cash dividend has been recommended.
Consequently, the bonus shares are valued at Rs. 26.89 crores, while the cash dividend is valued at Rs. 7.39 crores.
Global IME Bank Limited (GBIME) has added 112,614,336 new shares to the NEPSE.
On 2nd Ashad, 2079, Global IME Bank Limited (GBIME) and Bank of Kathmandu Limited (BOKL) signed a merger agreement and agreed to a 1: 1 share swap ratio for the merger. As a result of the merger, the additional shares are now listed in NEPSE. After the merger, GBIME’s total listed shares were 245,096,261 and BOKL’s were 112,614,337.17, for a total of 357,710,597 unit shares.
