Nepal News Evening Economic Briefing – January 15, 2026
Summary
Nepal's mid-term budget review shows weak revenue and spending. Kathmandu projects increasing income. Ventures like waste-to-energy shut down early. Nepal Bankers' Association teams with VISA for cybersecurity, and the U.S. Embassy launches 'Creator’s Mela 2026' to boost the digital economy.
Key Points
- Government revenue has reached 38% of the annual target and expenditure 35% as per the mid-term budget review.
- Kathmandu Metropolitan City projects income rising to Rs 15.9 billion by fiscal year 2085/86.
- Venture Waste-to-Energy project in Dharan has shut down shortly after starting operations.
- Nepal Bankers’ Association signs a collaboration with VISA to enhance cybersecurity awareness in the financial sector.
