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Two roads still blocked as traffic resumes nationwide

KATHMANDU: Traffic has resumed on all roads across the country except two, which remain blocked due to floods and landslides. According to Nepal Police, all roads except the Koshi Highway and the Rasuwagadhi Bridge leading to China had reopened by…
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Automobile market gradually stabilizing after Gen Z protest

KATHMANDU: The automobile market is gradually recovering after the Gen-Z protests on September 8 and 9 caused widespread disruption. During the protests, personal properties were vandalized or set on fire, creating uncertainty in the market for several days. Many automobile…
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Comprehensive insurance made mandatory for all government vehicles

KATHMANDU: Government vehicles will now be fully insured. A Cabinet meeting held on Monday decided to procure comprehensive insurance coverage for all official vehicles. The Ministry of Finance has issued a directive instructing all subordinate agencies to ensure comprehensive insurance…
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Mahindra, Hyundai, Kia launching entry-level EVs in India

KATHMANDU: The Indian automobile market is bracing for three entry-level electric vehicle models manufactured locally. Automobile brands are competing to bring new models as EV sales grow in India. Tata and MG have already found success with their EVs in…
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EV imports drop 70% to less than 500 units in two months

KATHMANDU: Electric vehicle (EV) imports have dropped sharply over the first two months (mid-July to mid-September) of the current fiscal year 2025/26. According to foreign trade data released by the Department of Customs (DoC) on Tuesday, EV imports fell 69.79%…