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New vehicle tax-related policies of provincial governments summarized

KATHMANDU: All seven provincial governments have prioritized the digitization of transport services in their respective budgets for the upcoming fiscal year 2025/26. They have expressed a commitment to making all vehicle-related processes available online and issuing smart driving licenses independently.…
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Govt inaction could put EV sector into crisis

KATHMANDU: With the rising popularity of electric vehicles (EVs) in Nepal, the government’s role has become more critical than ever. EVs are now more affordable, and consumer interest is growing rapidly. Dealers are introducing new models and expanding their networks.…
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Bagmati makes embossed number plates mandatory, again

KATHMANDU: The Bagmati Province Government has made embossed number plates mandatory for all motor vehicles registered in the province. The announcement was made through the budget for fiscal year 2025/26 presented in the Bagmati Province Assembly on Sunday. “To ensure…
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EVs may not be as clean as they seem, says Toyota Chairperson

KATHMANDU: Chairperson of Toyota Motors, Akio Toyoda, has raised concerns about the environmental impact of electric vehicles (EVs), saying that they may not be as clean as people believe. Speaking to Automotive News, Toyoda, who is also the grandson of…
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Bagmati to digitize transportation services, regulate ride-sharing

KATHMANDU: The Bagmati Province government has unveiled plans to digitize transportation services and regulate ride-sharing platforms. Presenting policy and program of the province government for the fiscal year 2025/26, Province Chief Deepak Prasad Devkota announced that all transport-related services will…