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Nepal Suspends New Public Vehicle Registrations Across The Country

HighlightsDepartment of Transport Management suspended registration of all new public vehiclesThe restriction includes electric public transport vehiclesOrder issued to all seven provinces and local governmentsAuthorities cited air pollution, congestion and traffic pressureDecision made under Section 24 (3) of the Vehicle and Transport Management ActRegistration freeze...

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Monsoon Disaster Mitigation Campaign Begins Across Kathmandu

HighlightsRoad and Vehicle Targeted Monsoon Disaster Mitigation Campaign-2083 officially launched from Gongabu’s New BusparkKathmandu Valley Traffic Police Office is leading the campaign with transport entrepreneurs and labor organizationsAdditional Inspector General of Police Ishwar Karki says weather forecast compliance can reduce road accidents during monsoonBaggage tags...

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MG Hector Officially Arrives In Nepal As GO Automobiles Expands MG Lineup

HighlightsMG Hector officially enters the Nepali market through GO Automobiles Pvt. Ltd.Distribution partnership formed with the Golchha OrganizationNew MG dealership inaugurated in Thapathali, KathmanduMG Hector, MG Windsor EV and MG Comet EV confirmed for NepalMG vehicles for Nepal will be manufactured in India and exported...

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Nepal Mobility Expo 2025 Opens Stall Booking With 50 Brands Expected

HighlightsNAIMA Nepal Mobility Expo 2025 will take place from August 6 to 10 at Bhrikuti MandapOrganizer opened stall booking from May 5 to May 12, 2025Event management and coordination handled by Media Space Solutions Pvt. Ltd.More than 50 automotive brands are expected to participateSeparate halls...

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Nepal Oil Corporation begins ethanol blending process with call for applications

HighlightsNepal Oil Corporation has called for applications related to ethanol blending in fuel suppliesThe move signals a fresh push toward alternative and cleaner fuel integration in NepalEthanol-mixed petrol could gradually enter the domestic fuel ecosystem if approvals move aheadThe development arrives as regional markets continue...

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Nagdhunga Tunnel Staff Recruitment Begins as Nepal Prepares First Road Tunnel Operation

HighlightsNagdhunga-Sisnekhola Tunnel operation staffing process has officially started150 personnel proposed for round-the-clock tunnel management10 joint venture companies initially applied through global tender7 companies passed technical evaluation stageMain tunnel length stands at 2.7 kilometresEmergency tunnel stretches 2.6 kilometresSecurity unit will deploy 64 staff, largest workforce inside...

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NOC Gives Petrol Pumps Seven-Day Deadline Over Safety And Service Standards

HighlightsNepal Oil Corporation has issued an 11-point directive to official petroleum sellers across the country.Fuel stations have been given a seven-day deadline to comply with the new operational and safety requirements.The corporation has warned dealers of action under the Petroleum Seller Regulation 2075, including amendments.Key...

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70 Km Per Litre Mileage Claiming Platina Launched in Nepal

HighlightsBajaj Platina updated for the Nepal market with a refreshed engine setup and new graphics package.Hansraj Hulaschand Bajaj, the authorized importer and distributor for Nepal, has started rolling out the motorcycle through its dealership network.The commuter-focused motorcycle continues to target riders looking for fuel efficiency,...

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Political Appointee Nepal Oil Corporation Executive Director Steps Down

HighlightsChandika Prasad Bhatta resigned as Executive Director of Nepal Oil CorporationResignation submitted to the Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Supplies on WednesdayThe government is moving to revoke earlier political appointments through a new ordinanceBhatta was appointed by the Cabinet on February 18, 2024He had previously...

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Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 Launches in Nepal With Sherpa 450 Power

Royal Enfield has officially launched the Guerrilla 450 in Nepal, bringing its newest road-focused middleweight motorcycle into one of South Asia’s fast-growing premium bike markets. Imported and distributed by Alpha Automotive, the motorcycle enters Nepal with bookings already open and showroom arrivals now underway. This...

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Kerung-Kathmandu And Raxaul-Kathmandu Rail Studies Move Ahead

HighlightsKerung-Kathmandu railway study has entered its second phaseKathmandu-Raxaul railway final location survey is being finalizedThe proposed Raxaul route will span 140.79 kmThe railway is expected to include 32 tunnels and 124 major bridgesConstruction cost estimate for Raxaul-Kathmandu railway stands at around Rs 400 billion, excluding...

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Government Plans To Tighten Vehicle Speed Regulation Across Nepal

HighlightsNepal Government has indicated plans to tighten vehicle speed regulation.The move comes amid growing concern around road accidents and highway safety.Authorities are expected to focus on stricter enforcement and monitoring.Commercial vehicles are likely to remain under primary scrutiny.The announcement could affect transport operators, logistics companies,...

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MG S6 officially launched in Nepal with 529 km range

HighlightsMG S6 officially launched in Nepal through Paramount Motors77 kWh battery pack with up to 529 km WLTP rangePrice set for 69 Lakhs 99 Thousand RupeesRear-wheel-drive setup expected for Nepal market180 kW motor producing 350 Nm torque internationallyDC fast charging support up to 144 kW0...

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MG S6 Sales To Begin From Monday In Nepal

HighlightsMG S6 sales to begin from coming Monday in NepalParamount Motors handling distribution and market rolloutElectric SUV positioned above the MG S5 in the lineup77 kWh battery confirmed for international specificationClaimed 530 km WLTP range on long range variantRWD variant expected for Nepal marketFast charging...

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Nepal government recalls 622 official vehicles, Oli Returns His Car

HighlightsGovernment of Nepal launches crackdown on misuse of official vehicles622 vehicles recalled from unauthorized usersDirective targets improper allocation and personal usageMove aims to enforce accountability across ministries and agenciesMonitoring and compliance mechanisms strengthenedSignals broader administrative reform pushFocus on reducing operational misuse and improving governance622 Vehicles...

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Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 Booking Opens in Nepal

HighlightsRoyal Enfield Guerrilla 450 booking officially open in NepalNew roadster built on the 450cc Sherpa platformExpected arrival follows strong global debut momentumImported by Alpha Automotive, official distributor of Royal Enfield in NepalPositions itself as a modern urban-focused roadsterShares engine architecture with the Himalayan 450Focus on...

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Tourist Vehicle Online System Goes Live in Nepal

HighlightsTourist Vehicle Online System officially introduced in NepalDigital platform aims to streamline tourist vehicle operations and permitsDepartment of Transport Management involved in rolloutOnline service replaces manual processes for efficiencyTourism sector expected to benefit from faster approvalsOperators can access services remotely without physical visitsPolicy shift aligns...

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Supreme Court Nepal orders removal of citizenship numbers from driving license results

HighlightsSupreme Court orders removal of citizenship number from driving license resultsDecision targets Department of Transport Management practicesFocus on privacy protection of applicantsApplies to all future license publication formatsConcerns raised over data exposure risksMarks a shift in digital governance standards in NepalExpected to impact transport offices...

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Two New SUVs Set for Nepal Arrival in Jestha

HighlightsOmoda C5 and Jaecoo J6 confirmed for Nepal arrival in JesthaBoth SUVs come under the Chery umbrella brandsExpected rollout through authorized importer networkTargets Nepal’s expanding premium SUV segmentArrival signals growing momentum of new-age global brands in NepalDealership displays and bookings likely to follow shortly after...

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Nagdhunga Tunnel Nears Launch Window in Second Week of Shrawan

HighlightsNagdhunga Tunnel operations targeted from second week of ShrawanFinal preparations underway including testing and system readinessProject connects Kathmandu Valley with NaubiseDeveloped as Nepal’s first road tunnel of this scaleExpected to ease traffic congestion and travel timeAuthorities focusing on safety systems and operational protocolsMarks a major...

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