Nepal News Evening Economic Brief – October 10, 2026
Summary
The Supreme Court has told Nepal Rastra Bank not to make the national identity card the only document for opening or maintaining bank accounts, while NRB also tightened branch consolidation rules to protect rural access. The brief also highlights internet tariff clarifications, highway blockades stranding passengers, and safety bans on drones and kites around Pokhara International Airport.
Key Points
- The Supreme Court ordered Nepal Rastra Bank not to require the National Identity Card as the sole document for banking services and said alternative statutory documents must be accepted.
- NRB revised branch consolidation rules, allowing urban branch mergers but requiring new rural branches to preserve financial inclusion.
- The Nepal Telecommunications Authority said no internet provider has formally sought or received approval for fee increases.
- Highway blockades left passenger vehicles stranded at New Buspark, while Pokhara International Airport banned drones, kites and laser lights for safety.
