KATHMANDU: The Kathmandu Road Division has awarded the contract to upgrade the Chappal Karkhana-Dhobikhola section of the Ring Road to eight lanes. Shanti/Sushan JV has been selected for the 1.03-km project at a cost of Rs 40.18 million, including VAT…

KATHMANDU: Suzuki has revealed details of a new 1.2-liter three-cylinder direct-injection turbo-petrol engine in Japan. The prototype engine produces up to 126 hp and 230 Nm of torque. Suzuki is developing it to run on E100 ethanol, CNG and CBG…

KATHMANDU: Nepal imported nearly 67,000 motorcycles and scooters in the first two months of the current fiscal year 2026/27. According to the Department of Customs, a total of 66,840 two-wheelers were imported during Shrawan and Bhadra (mid-July to mid-September). The…

KATHMANDU: Floods and landslides have continued to disrupt road connectivity across Nepal, with 18 major road sections still blocked as of Tuesday morning. Some other affected roads have resumed one-way traffic. According to Nepal Police, roads in Koshi, Bagmati, Gandaki,…

KATHMANDU: Vehicle companies have started rolling out festive offers targeting the Dashain, Tihar and Chhath season. The festive season is one of the busiest periods for vehicle sales in Nepal. Companies are offering cash discounts, free insurance, road tax, home…