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Samsung, the world’s leading TV brand for 18 consecutive years, continues to redefine home entertainment with its latest line of AI-powered televisions. The new models, equipped with cutting-edge technology, are now available in the Nepali market, offering an immersive and sustainable viewing experience.

At the heart of Samsung’s latest NEO QLED TVs is the NQ4 AI Gen2 processor, which leverages 20 AI neural networks for enhanced performance. Powered by Tizen OS, these TVs are designed to act as smart entertainment hubs, seamlessly integrating a range of apps, streaming services, and content in one place. The Tizen OS also ensures smooth navigation, making it easier than ever to access favorite shows and movies.

One of the standout features is the 4K AI Upscaling technology, which delivers crisp visuals even when the content is not originally in 4K resolution. Combined with AI Customization Mode, Auto HDR Remastering, and Real Depth Enhancer Pro, viewers can enjoy vivid and detailed images like never before. Motion Xcelerator, with its Pantone-validated colors and up to 144Hz refresh rate, ensures smooth, life-like visuals for those who appreciate clarity.

In terms of audio, the TVs feature OTS+ (Object Tracking Sound Plus) with eight strategically placed speakers, delivering surround sound that tracks on-screen action. Dolby Atmos technology and the Active Voice Amplifier Pro further enhance the auditory experience, ensuring clear dialogue even in noisy environments.

Security remains a priority for Samsung, with Knox security providing multi-layered protection against cyber threats. The built-in security system blocks harmful websites, offers regular updates, and ensures personal data remains safe. Certified by Common Criteria, Knox Matrix guarantees that both personal information and connected devices are secure.

For smart home integration, Samsung’s SmartThings app enables easy control of connected devices. The Mobile Smart Connect feature allows users to control their TV via Samsung smartphones with simple proximity. Additionally, the TVs are compatible with Galaxy Buds Bluetooth earphones for a 360° audio experience.

Samsung’s commitment to sustainability is evident through its AI Energy Mode, which optimizes power usage. The feature adjusts settings based on whether the TV is in use, reducing energy consumption and minimizing the carbon footprint without sacrificing performance.

In Nepal, the newly launched Neo QLED models QN85D and QN90D, featuring sleek Neo Slim Design, combine elegance and functionality with minimal cables and a low profile. These models are part of Samsung’s broader vision to provide users with immersive and sustainable home entertainment solutions.

The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) plunged by 50. 73 points to close at 2,637.62 points on Sunday.

Similarly, the sensitive index dropped by 7. 81 points to close at 368. 65 points.

A total of 24,846,782-unit shares of 324 companies were traded for Rs 10. 33 billion.

Meanwhile, River Falls Power Limited (RFPL), Himalayan Hydropower Limited (HHL) and Rawa Energy Development Limited (RAWA) were the top gainers today with their price surging by 10. 00 percent.

Likewise, Three Star Hydropower Limited (TSHL) was the top loser with its price dropped by 10. 00 percent.

At the end of the day, the total market capitalization stood at Rs 4. 19 trillion.

Gold price has set a new record in the domestic market today.

With the rise of Rs 500 per tola (11.66 grams) today, the opening day of the week, its price reached an all-time high of Rs 156,800 per tola.

According to the Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association, the price of gold was Rs 156,300 on Friday, the last trading day of the week.   

Likewise, the price of silver has increased by Rs 40 per tola to reach Rs 1,900 today.

The government is planning to open fair price shops at 42 locations across the country for the upcoming festive season.

Like in past years, these shops will start operating from Sept 23, targeting the Dashain festival, and will remain open until the Chhath festival.

Three government entities—Salt Trading Corporation, Food Management and Trading Company, and Dairy Development Corporation—will jointly operate these fair price shops.

Minister for Industry, Commerce, and Supplies, Damodar Bhandari, announced on Tuesday that preparations for the fair price shops were underway. Speaking at the meeting of the National Assembly, Minister Bhandari said the government was making necessary arrangements to prevent shortages of essential items like rice and sugar during the festive season.

“We are preparing to operate fair price shops from September 23, targeting the festive season,” Bhandari said. “These shops will offer discounts on essential items.”

According to Bhandari, consumers can avail themselves of a discount of Rs 5 per kg on rice, Rs 7 per kg on Marsi rice, quinoa, foxtail millet, beans, tartary buckwheat, and naked barley, Rs 5 per kg on wheat and lentils, Rs 7 per liter/kg on oil and ghee, Rs 10 per kg on DDC ghee, as well as on live goats.

Minister Bhandari said the government was taking the necessary measures to lower the price of imported goods as well. “We are also planning to import sugar at a 15 percent reduced price. We won’t let any food item be in short supply during the festive season,” he told ApEx.

The government is providing a 50 percent customs duty waiver to the Food Management and Trading Company and Nepal Salt Trading Corporation to import 30,000 tons of sugar for the festive season.

Bhandari said the government is committed to preventing supply chain disruptions and artificial shortages that could lead to price hikes. He also mentioned that the government would conduct about 4,000 rigorous market inspections across the country. “We’ve already sealed about 100,000 kg of sugar in warehouses,” he said.

Minister Bhandari added that the government plans to intervene in the market to prevent artificial shortages, stop adulteration, control price hikes, and confiscate goods that haven’t gone through customs points.

Govt to form Consumer court

The government has begun preparations to set up a consumer court. Speaking in the National Assembly, Minister Bhandari said the process of establishing the consumer court has already begun.

A meeting of the Commerce Council, chaired by Minister Bhandari on Monday, decided to form the consumer court within a week. “The government has set aside a budget of Rs 10m to set up the consumer court,” he added.

Secretaries from various ministries and consumer rights advocates attended the meeting, according to Minister Bhandari.