After more than two years of waiting, Nepalis travelling to India will soon be able to pay using their phones — just like Indians have been doing in Nepal since 2024. Nepal and India signed an agreement on Saturday during Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal’s visit to New Delhi. The deal links Nepal’s National Payments Interface … Read more
Kathmandu, November 27, 2025 — Over 10,000 companies have applied for the Startup Enterprise Loan Program for the current fiscal year 2082/083, nearly double the number of applicants from the previous year. Despite growing interest among entrepreneurs, the government has reduced both the program’s total budget and the maximum loan limit. According to the Industrial … Read more
The government has introduced the “Startup Loan Operation Procedure 2082” to support innovative and creative ideas in technology and business by helping them grow into successful startup ventures. Following this decision, the Industrial Business Development Institution has called for project proposals from interested entrepreneurs who meet the eligibility criteria. The notice was issued on Wednesday, … Read more
The Government of Nepal has opened applications for startup loans under the Startup Enterprise Loan Operating Procedure. The Industrial Business Development Foundation has invited interested entrepreneurs to submit project proposals within 21 days. This loan program aims to support new business ideas and innovation in Nepal. Applicants must meet the eligibility criteria listed in Section … Read more