Ease and comfort provided by online shopping have made it popular among people in Nepal. The sudden rise in a number of online stores in Nepal is because of the growing number of customers searching for products like mobiles, tabs, laptops and electronic accessories. The potential of this market has attracted the internationally successful brands like Alibaba to invest and enter in Nepal to increase their profit share. Hence to stand out among all these mushrooming online shopping sites, these online stores have to excel in their services, include more varieties of products. Here is the list of Top 5 online shopping websites we can visit to meet the need of our desired products: 

 

1) Daraz

This is the most popular name in Nepal for online shopping. Earlier their name was Kayamu.  It has been Number 1 in Nepal for a variety of products and the reliability of its delivery services to its customers. Daraz also has a mobile app with upgraded features and more products for better service. They frequently come with various schemes like Black Friday, 11:11 and many more to their customers. There’s almost everything listed on the site that is needed in daily life. They have a recent collaboration with BigMart to deliver essentials at your doorstep. They only have cash on the delivery system for payment till the date.

 

2) Hamrobazar

Hamrobazar is a second popular website known to Nepalese household. People and companies can easily list a wide range of new and used products online on this website for free. This website is famous for these features so a major part of the customers come to find the secondhand products like mobile, bicycle, motorcycles, cars etc. People even use this platform as a flat or property finding site because they can directly contact or call the sellers and buy products. Due to this reason, the website has become a customized version of the online shopping site for buyers as well as sellers.

 

3) Sastodeal

They started in late 2011 as an online website for “cheaper” deals to price-sensitive Nepalese consumers. Since then they have now grown to be one of the popular websites for a wide range of product and categories. They serve products from Electronics, Gadgets, Home Appliances, Kitchen Appliances to categories like Men’s, Women’s and Kids clothing, footwear’s, accessories etc. They have built easier return and refund policy making comfortable for customers to purchase online. They have the option of cash on delivery and e-Sewa payment for now.

 

4) Muncha

Muncha House is a departmental store which was early established in the 1920s, the first department store in Nepal, and ventured into online shopping in 2000 to offer a gifts gallery to non-resident Nepalese looking to surprise family and friends back home. Muncha is a famous name as a gift among Nepalese all over the world. They are remembered as a special service provider to gift someone, in special occasions like father’s day, birthday, anniversary, rituals, internationally celebrated festivals, weddings, achievements celebration, when missing family and friends and many more. They have now more options of payment like iPay, MasterCard, VISA and Cash on Delivery as well. The product delivery is within 2-3 working days.

 

5) Nepbay

In early stages (2007) of Nepbay, it was an online directory of shops in Kathmandu and Lalitpur. But today it is an ultimate website for buyers, sellers as well as advertisers to showcase their products, brands and company globally. They have a very user-friendly website with better management of content and list of products with categories separated. Nepbay also has developed android and ios version application for Smartphone names “Nepbay- Pocket ma Pasal”. They accept various payment portals like PayPal, mobile banking, debit, credit card and cash on delivery.

Besides these, there are some honourable mentions of popular websites with different and specialized products and categories of service they serve. They are sites like Foodmandu delivering foods from your favourite restaurants which have now introduced new service “Foodmandu Fresh” for delivering fresh groceries, Metrotarkari for delivering fresh vegetables, Merokirana for delivering grocery items, UG cakes for delivering Cakes and Prettyclick for delivering the high-end cosmetic items at our doorsteps with just one click from our home. With the increase in internet and mobile users among economically active groups with better and secure payment gateways we can predict a huge potential of online shopping websites and the quality of service we as a consumer can enjoy in near future.
 

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Pickup trucks are trending in Nepal because of its ability to take people on an adventure. With destinations such as Mustang, Rara and Kalinchowk, pickup trucks are easy to operate in such terrain landforms and has high ground clearance. Similarly, the cargo space in the back of the truck makes it easy to store enough luggage and also a lot of people if required. Here we are providing you with the list of Top 5 Pickup Trucks in Nepal with its full specification and price in Nepal.

5 Best Pickup Trucks in Nepal

Here, the order of the list of Pickup Trucks in Nepal is not based on any hierarchy and is completely random.

1. Ford Ranger 

Ford Ranger's fuel-efficient 2.2 TDCi diesel engine is more powerful than ever, while the powerful 3.2 TDCi diesel engine is more economical. Combined with the comprehensive Electronic Stability Program (ESP), the new Ranger’s performance helps you keep pace with any job, anywhere.

Ford Ranger Specifications

Ford Ranger Engine Specification

The maximum power produced by the 2198 cc engine is 125 PS @ 3,700 rpm and the peak torque produced by the car is 320 Nm @ 1,500 RPM.

Ford Ranger Mileage

The fuel tank capacity of the car is 80 liters and the mileage provided by it is 18 kmpl.

Ford Ranger Ground Clearance

The kerb weight of the car is 1789 Kg and the ground clearance is 230 mm.

Ford Ranger Price in Nepal

The Ford Ranger pickup price in Nepal is Rs. 96,90,000 (Dsl 3.2L XL A/T) and Rs 10,990,000 (Dsl 3.2L XLT A/T) .

 

2. Toyota Hilux

Toyota HiLux is a legacy pickup truck that is designed as standing bold and powerful on the road, HiLux matches an uncompromisingly strong exterior with unrivaled levels of exterior and interior style.

 

Toyota Hilux Specifications

Toyota Hilux Engine Specification

The maximum power produced by the 2494 cc engine is 176 PS @ 3400 RPM and the peak torque produced by the car is 420 Nm @ 1600-2000 RPM.

Toyota Hilux Mileage

The fuel tank capacity of the car is 76 liters and the mileage provided by it is 17.17 kmpl.

Toyota Hilux Ground Clearance

The kerb weight of the car is 2055 Kg and the ground clearance is 225 mm.

Toyota Hilux price in Nepal

The Toyota HiLux Pickup price in Nepal is Rs. 96,00,000 and Rs 11,000,000.

 

3. Isuzu D-max V-Cross

Isuzu D-Max V-Cross has become something of a cult off-roader in Nepal ever since it was launched and now the company has launched the 2019 Isuzu D-Max V-Cross, which gets a bunch of cosmetic updates along with new features as well.

Isuzu D-Max V-Cross Specifications

Isuzu D-Max V-Cross Engine Specification

The maximum power produced by the 2499 cc engine is 133 PS @ 3600 RPM and the peak torque produced by the car is 320 Nm @ 1800-2800 RPM.

Isuzu  D-Max V-Cross Mileage

The fuel tank capacity of the car is 52 liters and the mileage provided by it is 12.4 kmpl.

Isuzu D-Max V-Cross Ground Clearance

The kerb weight of the car is 1905 Kg and the ground clearance is 225 mm. 

Isuzu D-Max V-Cross Price in Nepal

The Isuzu D-Max V-Cross pickup price in Nepal is Rs. 38,90,000.

 

4. DFSK Rich

Dongfeng Rich Pick-up Luxury Variant, with its 4X4 aesthetic look, is a powerful beast on the roads.

DFSK Rich Specifications

DFSK Rich Engine Specification

The maximum power produced by the 2438cc engine is 102kw at 4600 rpm and the peak torque produced by the car is 217Nm at 2600 rpm.

DFSK Rich Mileage

The fuel tank capacity of the car is 60 liters and the mileage provided by it is 8.2kmpl.

DFSK Rich Ground Clearance

The kerb weight of the car is 1695 kg and the ground clearance is 215 mm.

DFSK Rich price in Nepal

The price of DFSK Rich in Nepal is Rs. 59,80,000.

 

5. Mazda BT-50

Mazda’s new Zoom-Zoom Pickup, BT-50, delivers an exciting blend of sophisticated design, and refinement, responsive handling and dynamic performance, all packaged to feature outstanding versatility, comfort, and convenience.

Mazda BT-50 Specifications

Mazda BT-50 Engine Specification

The maximum power produced by the 2499 cc engine is 147kW @ 3000rpm and the peak torque produced by the car is 470Nm @ 1750rpm.

Mazda BT-50 Mileage

The fuel tank capacity of the car is 80 Litres and the mileage provided by it is 12 kmpl.

Mazda BT-50 Ground Clearance

The kerb weight of the car is 2095 kg and Mazda BT-50 ground clearance is 237mm.

Mazda BT-50 Price in Nepal

The Mazda BT-50 Pickup price in Nepal is Rs. 55,00,000.

 

 

 

 

Digital payment is the payment made through online and digital mediums when products are bought through various online Platform. Both the payer and payee must be the user of the digital payment platforms in order to send and receive money. In the context of Nepal, one can see that the use of the digital payment system is increasing day-by-day, especially during the post-COVID scenario.

Digital payment has proven itself to be the best alternative for the traditional method of payment i.e. via cash and cheque. It, also, has made it easier for the individuals and companies to clear their transactions effortlessly, sitting in one corner of the room/ office with few clicks.  

Currently, in this post-COVID scenario, the number of digital payment transactions is surging along with new online portals and platforms. Various banks and financial institutions (BFIs) have developed their own applications and websites promoting digital payment. Besides the banking sites, the widely used digital payment platforms are E-wallets such as E-Sewa, Khalti, IMEpay, Enetpay, etc. In present, as the other businesses are facing downfall, the business of the digital payment platform is escalating. E-Sewa is the oldest and most popular E-wallet comprising of 3 million users launched in 2009 AD. And, Khalti is emerging E-wallet launched in 2017 AD.
The introduction of different applications such as connectIPS, fonepay, etc. have eased the digital payment system and the digital payment process.

Due to the risk of contagion and spread of COVID, currently, several individuals prefer online transactions be it the purchase of goods or payment of goods and services or receipt of income and salaries. This has led to dramatically increase in the usage of e-wallets such as E-sewa, Khalti, etc. , mobile banking, e-banking, etc. for payment of internet bills, utility bills, balance top-up, online shopping, etc. 

Likewise, many companies are also carrying their business out of harm’s way. Different business transactions such as payment to suppliers, salary to employees, etc. are handled through online bank transfers. 

The major advantage of rising digital payment transactions is- the government revenue is increasing as tax is imposed on every transaction that is made through digital mediums. Also, it has fast transaction speed and the threat of theft is reduced as our money is digitalized. 

As the digital platforms are attracting lots and lots of customers today, different sectors, from vegetable, fruits, and other perishable product sectors to automobiles and gadgets, people are entering the digital platform with digital showroom and digital sales.

 

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Online or distance education, simply, is the teaching and learning process done via different online medium be it audio conference, video conference, articles, etc. Its history goes way back to 1982 when Western Behavioral Sciences Institute, California exercised computer conferencing to provide first ever online college programs. Later on, along with the development in technology and internet browsers, online education via video and audio conferences, videos, websites and articles evolved.

Various universities and colleges throughout the world have been offering online education in one form or another for a long time. Even though distance learning was introduced decades ago, it popularized largely after the entire world underwent lockdown due to the fear of contagious spread of COVID-19, a lethal virus, and students had to study from home.

After pandemic, the online education system replaced the traditional educational system. The imposition of lockdown prohibited people from going out except for urgent cases; so, physical educational system were replaced by online system. Classes, assignments, lectures, discussions, projects, research, examinations and everything had to be done and submitted online; as a result, the use of electronic gadgets like Smartphone, tablet, laptop, desktop, etc. escalated. People from all around the world, especially students, teachers and workers, had an increase in their screentime be it in smartphones or laptops or desktop. The usage of e-gadgets surged along with people's dependency on it for official and personal purpose.

Along with the use of electronic gadgets, the use of various video-conferencing applications like Zoom, Google Meet, etc. on which the classes were conducted increased by more than ten times. 

However, experts believe that increase in screen time of students from an elementary level child to an university level student may lead to various health related problems. Some of the major health issues that have resulted are eye strain, technostress, frustration, dullness, etc. Thereupon, they have suggested students to try and reduce their screentime as much as possible and try to engage themselves in something non-digital.

 

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Technological advancement in today’s world has led to digitization of money. Cashless economy, nowadays, has become the goal of several countries. Introduction of cryptocurrency and digital wallets are major step towards cashless economy.

Digital Wallet, also known as e-wallet or mobile wallet, is a virtual wallet that is operated online through internet. It is also known as online payment gateway. Digital wallet enables one to complete their financial activities and transactions through few clicks and swipes. In context of Nepal, since 2009 several digital wallets have been developed and licensed as Payment Service Provider.     

5 Best Digital Wallets in Nepal

eSewa 

Launched in 2009, eSewa is Nepal’s first online payment gateway. It has also been licensed by Rastra Bank as Payment Service Provider. Pursuing their goal to create a cashless economy, it is covering almost every sector and is always expanding their services.

Having largest group of users makes eSewa the topmost digital wallet in Nepal. Some of the services of eSewa are: utility bill payments, school fees payment, movie and flight ticket bookings, insurance premium payment, etc.

Khalti

Launched in January 2017, Khalti can be regarded as emerging and rapidly growing mobile wallet, payment gateway and service provider. Their goal is to simplify the lives of people by bringing financial inclusivity to every individual in Nepal and take the payment industry from offline to online through best practices.

Having best technical team and innovative actions makes Khalti second best digital wallet in Nepal. Some of the services provided by Khalti are: utility bill payments, hotel bookings, movie and domestic flight bookings, events, etc.

Other than phone application, it also has a web version. Also, it has a biometric security option that facilitates the user to carry out their transactions by a simple touch of the fingertips.        

IMEpay

IMEpay is a mobile money service launched by IME Digital in order to provide digital payment solution. It has also been licensed by Rastra Bank. IMEpay, one of the emerging digital wallets, aims to cater vast majority of banked, unbanked and under-banked customers of Nepal. 

IMEpay, a Fintech mobile application, provides services like Remittance service, bus and cable car ticketing, domestic flight bookings, utility bill payments, ISP payment, etc.        

PrabhuPay

PrabhuPay allows its users to simplify the payment process. With this App, the consumers can easily make payments for the goods purchased and services rendered. Also, users can transfer small value fund to consumers within PrabhuPay network.

Being a digital wallet from the Prabhu group, it provides various services such as utility bill payments, insurance premium, internet and TV bills, etc. 

Comparatively, PrabhuPay is a new digital wallet and lacks in some features; however, it is very efficient in its current state.

I-Pay

Launched in 2010 by Muncha.com, IPay excels in online shopping while compared to others. IPay exclusively rewards its customers in almost all payments or transactions. It provides services such as: top-up, utility bill payments, flight and ticket bookings. IPay is also planning on expanding its services.  

Besides these, there are several other digital wallets in Nepal that didn’t make it to the list of top 5 e-wallets such as QPay, EnetPay, etc. All these digital wallets are directing our country, Nepal towards a better future and eventually towards cashless economy.

 

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