
September 21: The private sector is hopeful that with the promulgation of the new constitution, there will be political stability in…
September 21: The private sector is hopeful that with the promulgation of the new constitution, there will be political stability in…
September 22: Samsung Electronics has announced the launch of its flagship Galaxy Note5 in Nepal.…
September 17: Ace Hotels and Resorts is planning to open its Hotel Ambassador from June this…
September 17: The Constituent Assembly has passed all articles of the new constitution, paving way for its promulgation on…
September 16: Representatives from Nepal Chamber of Commerce met Indian Ambassador to Nepal Ranjit Rae on Wednesday.…
September 16: MS Group has said it will start production of refined sugar in Nepal from December this…
September 15: The Government of India has called on political forces in Nepal to continue to be flexible to address outstanding issues related to the constitution through dialogue and widest possible agreement, in an atmosphere free from…
September 15: Load-shedding hours will increase in the upcoming winter, according to executive director of Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA) Mukesh Kafle, thanks to the continuous protest and strike in…
September 14: Nepal been ranked third (after Bhutan and Sri Lanka) in economic freedom in the SAARC region, according to the annual peer-reviewed Economic Freedom of the World…
September 15: The Constitution Assembly (CA) has decided to promulgate the new constitution on September 20, 2015. President Dr. Ram Baran Yadav will promulgate the constitution amid a ceremony at the assembly at 5 pm.…
September 14: The Ministry of Industry’s project to aggregate industrial data electronically is yet to be…
September 14: Automobile dealers in the country are preparing to launch over a dozen new vehicles during this year’s NADA Auto show (September…
September 15: Deputy Minister of Treasury of the Republic of Poland Zdzislaw Gawlik will arrive in Kathmandu on a two-day visit on…
September 14: The Ministry of Industry’s project to aggregate industrial data electronically is yet to be…
Though Chitwan National Park (CNP) stands second in terms of the number of tourists, it is on top in terms of collecting revenue among other national parks and wildlife reserves, reveals the statistics prepared by Nepal Tourism Board (NTB). Jungle safari and rhinos are the main attractions for both domestic and international tourists in…
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The new constitution institutionalises the achieve-ments of the political revolution. So it’s not just the private sector, it’s the whole country that expects peace and prosperity in the future,” he added.</p> <p>Murarka said that it was necessary for the country to head towards economic development if Nepal is to be peaceful and prosperous.</p> <p>Similarly, CNI’s Senior Vice-president Haribhakta Sharma said the constitution incorporates the aspira-tion of all Nepalis. “We believe that with the new constitution, the country will head towards peace and prosperity.”</p> <p>Nepal Chamber of Commerce President Rajesh Kaji Shrestha hopes the new constitution will bring political stability in the country, and that will help attract more investment. “Now there will be more investment in industries and more jobs will be created,” he said. However, all is going to depend on the political leadership and how the constitution is implemented, said Shrestha.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-21', 'modified' => '2015-09-21', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2736', 'image' => '20150921121824_const.jpg', 'article_date' => '2015-09-21 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '11' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '2898', 'article_category_id' => '91', 'title' => 'Samsung launches Galaxy Note5 in Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 22: Samsung Electronics has announced the launch of its flagship Galaxy Note5 in Nepal. ', 'content' => '<p>September 22: Samsung Electronics has announced the launch of its flagship Galaxy Note5 in Nepal. </p> <p>With an all-new design, the Galaxy Note5 provides an unmatched set of productivity tools with its signature S-Pen helping you get more done efficiently. It is a perfect blend of form and function with industry leading features, including the best screen technology, the most advanced camera for high quality photos and videos, the fastest wireless and wired charging, and an incredibly powerful processor. </p> <p>With increased 4GB RAM, the smartphone offers the most powerful capacity and processing power in the market, enabling users to enjoy more seamless multi-tasking, keep up with messages, post updates to social networks faster, and enjoy graphic-heavy games without suffering lag time. </p> <p>It has been priced at Rs 89,900.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-22', 'modified' => '2015-09-22', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2735', 'image' => '20150922124305_dsfsdfsd.jpg', 'article_date' => '2015-09-22 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '11' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '2889', 'article_category_id' => '91', 'title' => 'Hotel Ambassador to start operation from June ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 17: Ace Hotels and Resorts is planning to open its Hotel Ambassador from June this year.', 'content' => '<p>September 17: Ace Hotels and Resorts is planning to open its Hotel Ambassador from June this year.</p> <p>The company decided to re-build the Lazimpat-based hotel after it had to make way for road expansion during Baburam Bhattarai’s tenure as Prime Minister.</p> <p>The group says it is going to invest Rs 70 million in the hotel. “We have already spent over Rs 350 million on the building,” said chairman of the group Yogendra Shakya. “We had to postpone the opening of the hotel due to the April 25 earthquake and the ongoing protests,” said Shakya. According to him, the hotel is being upgraded from three-star to four-star. The hotel now has rooms of that are sound-proof as it is located close to a busy road. </p> <p>The eight-storey hotel has two floors for shops. But the hotel will not have a swimming pool. The group has been operating Ambassador Chhauni Hotel Apartment ever since construction began in Lazimpat, to accommodate its clients. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-17', 'modified' => '2015-09-17', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2731', 'image' => '20150917014307_1.jpg', 'article_date' => '2015-09-17 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '11' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '2888', 'article_category_id' => '91', 'title' => 'Constituent Assembly passes all articles of new constitution', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 17: The Constituent Assembly has passed all articles of the new constitution, paving way for its promulgation on Saturday.', 'content' => '<p>September 17: The Constituent Assembly has passed all articles of the new constitution, paving way for its promulgation on Sunday.</p> <p>The Constituent Assembly also endorsed the amended draft of the constitution by a two-third majority on Wednesday night. Of the 598 CA members, 532 participated in the voting process, and 507 voted in favour of the amended draft.</p> <p>Following the endorsement of the draft, leaders of three major political parties termed the day as ‘historic’, and called on all sides to resolve differences over the constitution through dialogue. They also urged the general public to celebrate the achievement.</p> <p>Members of the Constituent Assembly are due to sign the new constitution on Sunday (September 20). CA Chairman Subas Nembang will then certify the document and President Ram Baran Yadav will announce its promulgation.</p> <p>The government is likely to announce a public holiday on Monday (September 21) to commemorate the occasion.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-17', 'modified' => '2015-09-17', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2730', 'image' => '20150917110956_dfgf.jpg', 'article_date' => '2015-09-17 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '11' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '2890', 'article_category_id' => '91', 'title' => 'Chamber representatives meet Indian envoy', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 16: Representatives from Nepal Chamber of Commerce met Indian Ambassador to Nepal Ranjit Rae on Wednesday. ', 'content' => '<p>September 16: Representatives from Nepal Chamber of Commerce met Indian Ambassador to Nepal Ranjit Rae on Wednesday. </p> <p>The Chamber delegation led by President Rajeshkaji Shrestha discussed issues related to Nepal-India trade, investment tourism, during the meeting at the Indian Embassy in Kathmandu.</p> <p>Ambassador Rae requested the delegation to work on finding ways for Nepal to benefit from the renewal of Nepal-India Trade and Transit Treaty. He requested to focus on 10 products to export in India and to identify possible investment.</p> <p>During the meeting, Chamber President Shrestha informed that the Chamber is going to organise an interaction programme on the issues. He highlighted the importance of the economic, social and cultural relationship between India and Nepal and suggested that Indian investors invest in Nepal.</p> <p>Chamber’s Senior Vice-president Lokmanya Golchha, Secretary Santosh Kumar Pandey and Executive Committee member Rastrabhusan Chakubaji were also present during the meeting. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-17', 'modified' => '2015-09-17', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2728', 'image' => '20150917015920_rr.jpg', 'article_date' => '2015-09-17 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '11' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '2886', 'article_category_id' => '91', 'title' => 'MS Group to start production of refined sugar in December', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 16: MS Group has said it will start production of refined sugar in Nepal from December this year.', 'content' => '<p>September 16: MS Group has said it will start production of refined sugar in Nepal from December this year.</p> <p>The group, which will become the first to produce refined sugar in the country, has invested Rs 2 billion on it plant (Himalaya Refined Sugar Industry) in Panwadi, Siraha, and it will provide employment to 500 people.</p> <p>Managing Director of the group Sashikant Agrawal said the plant will produce refined sugar without using sulfur and limestone. “Refined sugar can be used as an alternative to organic sugar, and it has a positive effect on human health,” he said.</p> <p>According to Agrawal, refined sugar can be used in medicine as well as soft drinks. Manufactureres producing these items have been importing refined sugar from Thailand, Indian and Brasil till now.</p> <p>Agrawal said the plant alone cost the company Rs 500 million to build. It has the capacity to 2,500 tonnes of sugarcane per day, and can produce 200 MT of sugar. The plant has been financed by NIC Asia and Nepal Investment banks.</p> <p>MS group runs Reliance Spinning Mill (Birgunj), Bhagwati Steel (Biratnagar) and Everest Sugar Mill (Mahottari). It has also invested in the hotel business.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-16', 'modified' => '2015-09-16', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2727', 'image' => '20150916023911_ms.jpg', 'article_date' => '2015-09-16 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '11' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '2884', 'article_category_id' => '91', 'title' => 'India calls for continuing flexibility to address issues through dialogue', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 15: The Government of India has called on political forces in Nepal to continue to be flexible to address outstanding issues related to the constitution through dialogue and widest possible agreement, in an atmosphere free from violence.', 'content' => '<p>September 15: The Government of India has called on political forces in Nepal to continue to be flexible to address outstanding issues related to the constitution through dialogue and widest possible agreement, in an atmosphere free from violence.</p> <p>The statement comes as the Constituent Assembly moves ahead to promulgate the new constitution on September 20, despite protests from the Madhes-based parties. </p> <p>“India is concerned over the ongoing protests and strife in several parts of Nepal. Horrific violence has once again shaken Nepal’s soul. Whether the victims are Nepali citizens or government officials, the blood spilt in all the incidents was Nepalese,” said the Ministry of External Affairs, in a statement. </p> <p>The ministry has said it welcomes and commends the recent progress achieved by the Constituent Assembly in the constitution-drafting process “wherein several contentious issues have been resolved.” </p> <p>It further says, “In this context, we urge continuing flexibility on the part of all the political forces so that any outstanding issues are addressed through dialogue and widest possible agreement, in an atmosphere free from violence.”</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-15', 'modified' => '2015-09-15', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2724', 'image' => '20150915042342_jfljd.jpg', 'article_date' => '2015-09-15 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '11' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '2882', 'article_category_id' => '91', 'title' => 'Load-shedding hours to increase in winter', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 15: Load-shedding hours will increase in the upcoming winter, according to executive director of Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA) Mukesh Kafle, thanks to the continuous protest and strike in Terai.', 'content' => '<p>September 15: Load-shedding hours will increase in the upcoming winter, according to executive director of Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA) Mukesh Kafle, thanks to the continuous protest and strike in Terai.</p> <p>According to NEA, due to the strike, work on the construction of cross-border transmission line has been stalled. Welcoming the newly elected working committee of Society of Economic Journalist Nepal (SEJON), Kalfe said the projects that damaged by the April 25 earthquake have not been able to produce 93 MW of electricity. </p> <p>NEA, to decrease the load-shedding hours in the winter season, had agreed to import electricity from November 1. Currently, NEA has been importing 250 MW electricity from India, and it plans to import more electricity after the completion of the Dhalkebar to Muzzafarpur (India) transmission line. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-15', 'modified' => '2015-09-15', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2723', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2015-09-15 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '11' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '2881', 'article_category_id' => '91', 'title' => 'Nepal ranked third in Economic Freedom in South Asia', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 14: Nepal been ranked third (after Bhutan and Sri Lanka) in economic freedom in the SAARC region, according to the annual peer-reviewed Economic Freedom of the World Report.', 'content' => '<p>September 14: Nepal been ranked third (after Bhutan and Sri Lanka) in economic freedom in the SAARC region, according to the annual peer-reviewed Economic Freedom of the World Report.</p> <p>The report, produced by the Fraser Institute, Canada’s leading public policy think-tank, in cooperation with independent institutes in 80 nations and territories, including Samriddhi Foundation from Nepal ranked Nepal 106th among 157 countries. The report was based on figures from 2013. </p> <p>Nepal received an overall score of 6.56 (in a scale of 1 to 10 where a higher value indicates a higher level of economic freedom). It jumped 20 places up in the global ranking. Last year, Nepal ranked 126th out of 152 countries with a score of 6.16. </p> <p>“Despite the jump, Nepal’s score has improved only marginally, maintaining us as a country with low level of economic freedom,” said Dr. Hemanta Dabadi, Senior Fellow at Samriddhi, the Prosperity Foundation. </p> <p>Economic freedom is measured in five different areas: size of government, legal structure and security of property rights, access to sound money, freedom to trade internationally, regulation of credit and labor and business. </p> <p>Hong Kong has been ranked 1st with 8.97 out of 10. Singapore with 8.52, New Zealand with 8.19, Switzerland with 8.16 and the UAE with 8.15 complete the top five. The USA scored 7.73, Japan 7.52, China 6.44 and India 6.43. Argentina, Syria, Chad, Libya, Republic of Congo, and Venezuela (3.23) are the last five on list.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-15', 'modified' => '2015-09-15', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2722', 'image' => '20150915024648_Clipboard08.jpg', 'article_date' => '2015-09-15 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '11' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '2880', 'article_category_id' => '91', 'title' => 'New constitution on Sept 20', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 15: The Constitution Assembly (CA) has decided to promulgate the new constitution on September 20, 2015. President Dr. Ram Baran Yadav will promulgate the constitution amid a ceremony at the assembly at 5 pm. ', 'content' => '<p>September 15: The Constitution Assembly (CA) has decided to promulgate the new constitution on September 20, 2015. President Dr. Ram Baran Yadav will promulgate the constitution amid a ceremony at the assembly at 5 pm. </p> <p>The CA has already passed more than 100 articles of the new constitution by majority vote. </p> <p>Yesterday (Monday), the CA meeting had been adjourned after 57 articles were passed. All the remaining articles are being passed in the meeting on Tuesday.</p> <p>The CA is going ahead with the constitution making process even as political parties from the Madhesh have boycotted proceedings of the CA. Members of the ruling alliance have said the grievances of these parties can be addressed by amending the constitution, once it is promulgated. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-15', 'modified' => '2015-09-15', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2721', 'image' => '20150915015529_Clipboard01.jpg', 'article_date' => '2015-09-15 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '11' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '2877', 'article_category_id' => '91', 'title' => 'Project to aggregate industrial data yet to be implemented', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 14: The Ministry of Industry’s project to aggregate industrial data electronically is yet to be implemented.', 'content' => '<p>September 14: The Ministry of Industry’s project to aggregate industrial data electronically is yet to be implemented.</p> <p>The GIZ-funded project aims to use a software called Industrial Profile to aggregate industrial data from all over the country. Once implemented, the software will provide key data on industries on a regular basis.</p> <p>The project will be implemented after a new office dedicated to it is brought into operation, said Ministry of Industry’s Joint Secretary Yamkumari Khatiwada. She said this was the reason the implementation of the project was delayed.</p> <p>As part of the project, data is being collected in five districts; it was supposed to be implemented in six districts: Banke, Bardiya, Kailali, Pyuthan, Surkhet and Dang. The government has said it gives priority to the project as lack of reliable data has made it difficult to formulate plans and collect taxes.</p> <p>According to officials, the software can be used to aggregate data on employment and capital, among others.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-14', 'modified' => '2015-09-14', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2719', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2015-09-14 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '11' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '2876', 'article_category_id' => '91', 'title' => 'NADA Auto Show: Dealers to launch over dozen vehicles ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 14: Automobile dealers in the country are preparing to launch over a dozen new vehicles during this year’s NADA Auto show (September 15-20).', 'content' => '<p>September 14: Automobile dealers in the country are preparing to launch over a dozen new vehicles during this year’s NADA Auto show (September 15-20).</p> <p>United traders, the authorized distributor of Toyota is planning to launch the diesel version of Toyota Etios Cross. The company is also planning to launch a new version of Hilux and other models. </p> <p>Similarly, KTM International is planning to launch three models of Italian motorcycles (Benelli TNT 300, 600I and 600GT) on the occasion.</p> <p>Laxmi Hyundai and Constant Business group are going to showcase the newly launched Hyundai SUV Creta and Ssangyong’s compact SUV Tivoli. Likewise, Puja international (Volkswagen), MAW international (Skoda) and other companies are also planning to showcase their new products.</p> <p>Fourteen four-wheeler brands and 15 two-wheeler brands, including five heavy commercial vehicle brands are participating in the show. </p> <p>NADA will feature brands like Datsun, Daihatsu, Fiat, Ford, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Nissan, Skoda, Suzuki, TATA, Toyota, Volkswagen, Ssangyong, Ashok Leyland, Bharat Benz, Escorts, Aprilla, MV Agusta, Bajaj, Benelli, Hero, Hero Electric, Honda bike, KTM, Mahindra, Royal Enfield, Suzuki Bikes, TVS, UM Bikes, Vespa and more.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-14', 'modified' => '2015-09-14', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2718', 'image' => '20150914010543_travel-map.jpg', 'article_date' => '2015-09-14 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '11' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '2883', 'article_category_id' => '91', 'title' => 'Poland’s Deputy Minister arriving on Thursday', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 15: Deputy Minister of Treasury of the Republic of Poland Zdzislaw Gawlik will arrive in Kathmandu on a two-day visit on Thursday.', 'content' => '<p>September 15: Deputy Minister of Treasury of the Republic of Poland Zdzislaw Gawlik will arrive in Kathmandu on a two-day visit on Thursday.</p> <p>During the visit, the minister will meet Prime Minister Sushil Koirala, Industry Minister Mahesh Basnet and other officials, Poland’s Honorary Consul General in Kathmandu Lokmanya Golchha said in a state-ment. Minister Gawlik, accompanied by a business delegation from Poland, will also meet representa-tives from Nepal Chamber of Commerce.</p> <p>Nepal and Poland established bilateral ties on November 25, 1959.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-15', 'modified' => '2015-09-15', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2717', 'image' => '20150915035232_Clipboard13.jpg', 'article_date' => '2015-09-15 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '11' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '2875', 'article_category_id' => '91', 'title' => 'Project to aggregate industrial data yet to be implemented', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 14: The Ministry of Industry’s project to aggregate industrial data electronically is yet to be implemented.', 'content' => '<p>September 14: The Ministry of Industry’s project to aggregate industrial data electronically is yet to be implemented.</p> <p>The GIZ-funded project aims to use a software called Industrial Profile to aggregate industrial data from all over the country. Once implemented, the software will provide key data on industries on a regular basis.</p> <p>The project will be implemented after a new office dedicated to it is brought into operation, said Ministry of Industry’s Joint Secretary Yamkumari Khatiwada. She said this was the reason the implementation of the project was delayed.</p> <p>As part of the project, data is being collected in five districts; it was supposed to be implemented in six districts: Banke, Bardiya, Kailali, Pyuthan, Surkhet and Dang. The government has said it gives priority to the project as lack of reliable data has made it difficult to formulate plans and collect taxes.</p> <p>According to officials, the software can be used to aggregate data on employment and capital, among others.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-14', 'modified' => '2015-09-14', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2716', 'image' => '20150914010402_nepal-govt copy.JPG', 'article_date' => '2015-09-14 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '11' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '2874', 'article_category_id' => '91', 'title' => 'Shivapuri National Park Attracting Many Tourists', 'sub_title' => 'Chitwan on top in terms of revenue collection', 'summary' => 'Though Chitwan National Park (CNP) stands second in terms of the number of tourists, it is on top in terms of collecting revenue among other national parks and wildlife reserves, reveals the statistics prepared by Nepal Tourism Board (NTB). Jungle safari and rhinos are the main attractions for both domestic and international tourists in Chitwan.', 'content' => '<p>Though Chitwan National Park (CNP) stands second in terms of the number of tourists, it is on top in terms of collecting revenue among other national parks and wildlife reserves, reveals the statistics prepared by Nepal Tourism Board (NTB). Jungle safari and rhinos are the main attractions for both domestic and international tourists in Chitwan.</p> <p>In 2014, a total of 173,425 tourists visited CNP contributing a revenue of Rs 246.9 million which is higher than the revenue collected by any of the parks and reserves. </p> <p>Shivapuri National Park (SNP) has drawn the highest number of tourists - a total of 180,464 tourists to be precise - collecting a revenue of Rs 10.3 million. The amount is 2.5 million more than that of last year. Shivapuri is visited by many domestic as well as international tourists as it is near Kathmandu, according to tourism entrepreneurs.</p> <p>Similarly, Sagarmatha National Park and Langtang have collectively earned Rs 136.5 million. </p> <p>Khaptad National Park is listed as a low revenue-collecting park, compared to other parks and reserves. The country’s only hunting reserve, Dhorpatan, was visited by very few tourists in the year.</p> <p>There are nine national parks, three wildlife reserves and one hunting reserve in Nepal. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-13', 'modified' => '2015-09-14', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2715', 'image' => '20150914111210_chitwan.jpg', 'article_date' => '2015-09-13 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '1' ) ) ) $current_user = null $logged_in = falseinclude - APP/View/Elements/side_bar.ctp, line 60 View::_evaluate() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 971 View::_render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 933 View::_renderElement() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 1224 View::element() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 418 include - APP/View/Articles/index.ctp, line 157 View::_evaluate() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 971 View::_render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 933 View::render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 473 Controller::render() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 968 Dispatcher::_invoke() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 200 Dispatcher::dispatch() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 167 [main] - APP/webroot/index.php, line 117
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The new constitution institutionalises the achieve-ments of the political revolution. So it’s not just the private sector, it’s the whole country that expects peace and prosperity in the future,” he added.</p> <p>Murarka said that it was necessary for the country to head towards economic development if Nepal is to be peaceful and prosperous.</p> <p>Similarly, CNI’s Senior Vice-president Haribhakta Sharma said the constitution incorporates the aspira-tion of all Nepalis. “We believe that with the new constitution, the country will head towards peace and prosperity.”</p> <p>Nepal Chamber of Commerce President Rajesh Kaji Shrestha hopes the new constitution will bring political stability in the country, and that will help attract more investment. “Now there will be more investment in industries and more jobs will be created,” he said. However, all is going to depend on the political leadership and how the constitution is implemented, said Shrestha.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-21', 'modified' => '2015-09-21', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2736', 'image' => '20150921121824_const.jpg', 'article_date' => '2015-09-21 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '11' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '2898', 'article_category_id' => '91', 'title' => 'Samsung launches Galaxy Note5 in Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 22: Samsung Electronics has announced the launch of its flagship Galaxy Note5 in Nepal. ', 'content' => '<p>September 22: Samsung Electronics has announced the launch of its flagship Galaxy Note5 in Nepal. </p> <p>With an all-new design, the Galaxy Note5 provides an unmatched set of productivity tools with its signature S-Pen helping you get more done efficiently. It is a perfect blend of form and function with industry leading features, including the best screen technology, the most advanced camera for high quality photos and videos, the fastest wireless and wired charging, and an incredibly powerful processor. </p> <p>With increased 4GB RAM, the smartphone offers the most powerful capacity and processing power in the market, enabling users to enjoy more seamless multi-tasking, keep up with messages, post updates to social networks faster, and enjoy graphic-heavy games without suffering lag time. </p> <p>It has been priced at Rs 89,900.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-22', 'modified' => '2015-09-22', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2735', 'image' => '20150922124305_dsfsdfsd.jpg', 'article_date' => '2015-09-22 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '11' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '2889', 'article_category_id' => '91', 'title' => 'Hotel Ambassador to start operation from June ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 17: Ace Hotels and Resorts is planning to open its Hotel Ambassador from June this year.', 'content' => '<p>September 17: Ace Hotels and Resorts is planning to open its Hotel Ambassador from June this year.</p> <p>The company decided to re-build the Lazimpat-based hotel after it had to make way for road expansion during Baburam Bhattarai’s tenure as Prime Minister.</p> <p>The group says it is going to invest Rs 70 million in the hotel. “We have already spent over Rs 350 million on the building,” said chairman of the group Yogendra Shakya. “We had to postpone the opening of the hotel due to the April 25 earthquake and the ongoing protests,” said Shakya. According to him, the hotel is being upgraded from three-star to four-star. The hotel now has rooms of that are sound-proof as it is located close to a busy road. </p> <p>The eight-storey hotel has two floors for shops. But the hotel will not have a swimming pool. The group has been operating Ambassador Chhauni Hotel Apartment ever since construction began in Lazimpat, to accommodate its clients. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-17', 'modified' => '2015-09-17', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2731', 'image' => '20150917014307_1.jpg', 'article_date' => '2015-09-17 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '11' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '2888', 'article_category_id' => '91', 'title' => 'Constituent Assembly passes all articles of new constitution', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 17: The Constituent Assembly has passed all articles of the new constitution, paving way for its promulgation on Saturday.', 'content' => '<p>September 17: The Constituent Assembly has passed all articles of the new constitution, paving way for its promulgation on Sunday.</p> <p>The Constituent Assembly also endorsed the amended draft of the constitution by a two-third majority on Wednesday night. Of the 598 CA members, 532 participated in the voting process, and 507 voted in favour of the amended draft.</p> <p>Following the endorsement of the draft, leaders of three major political parties termed the day as ‘historic’, and called on all sides to resolve differences over the constitution through dialogue. They also urged the general public to celebrate the achievement.</p> <p>Members of the Constituent Assembly are due to sign the new constitution on Sunday (September 20). CA Chairman Subas Nembang will then certify the document and President Ram Baran Yadav will announce its promulgation.</p> <p>The government is likely to announce a public holiday on Monday (September 21) to commemorate the occasion.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-17', 'modified' => '2015-09-17', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2730', 'image' => '20150917110956_dfgf.jpg', 'article_date' => '2015-09-17 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '11' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '2890', 'article_category_id' => '91', 'title' => 'Chamber representatives meet Indian envoy', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 16: Representatives from Nepal Chamber of Commerce met Indian Ambassador to Nepal Ranjit Rae on Wednesday. ', 'content' => '<p>September 16: Representatives from Nepal Chamber of Commerce met Indian Ambassador to Nepal Ranjit Rae on Wednesday. </p> <p>The Chamber delegation led by President Rajeshkaji Shrestha discussed issues related to Nepal-India trade, investment tourism, during the meeting at the Indian Embassy in Kathmandu.</p> <p>Ambassador Rae requested the delegation to work on finding ways for Nepal to benefit from the renewal of Nepal-India Trade and Transit Treaty. He requested to focus on 10 products to export in India and to identify possible investment.</p> <p>During the meeting, Chamber President Shrestha informed that the Chamber is going to organise an interaction programme on the issues. He highlighted the importance of the economic, social and cultural relationship between India and Nepal and suggested that Indian investors invest in Nepal.</p> <p>Chamber’s Senior Vice-president Lokmanya Golchha, Secretary Santosh Kumar Pandey and Executive Committee member Rastrabhusan Chakubaji were also present during the meeting. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-17', 'modified' => '2015-09-17', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2728', 'image' => '20150917015920_rr.jpg', 'article_date' => '2015-09-17 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '11' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '2886', 'article_category_id' => '91', 'title' => 'MS Group to start production of refined sugar in December', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 16: MS Group has said it will start production of refined sugar in Nepal from December this year.', 'content' => '<p>September 16: MS Group has said it will start production of refined sugar in Nepal from December this year.</p> <p>The group, which will become the first to produce refined sugar in the country, has invested Rs 2 billion on it plant (Himalaya Refined Sugar Industry) in Panwadi, Siraha, and it will provide employment to 500 people.</p> <p>Managing Director of the group Sashikant Agrawal said the plant will produce refined sugar without using sulfur and limestone. “Refined sugar can be used as an alternative to organic sugar, and it has a positive effect on human health,” he said.</p> <p>According to Agrawal, refined sugar can be used in medicine as well as soft drinks. Manufactureres producing these items have been importing refined sugar from Thailand, Indian and Brasil till now.</p> <p>Agrawal said the plant alone cost the company Rs 500 million to build. It has the capacity to 2,500 tonnes of sugarcane per day, and can produce 200 MT of sugar. The plant has been financed by NIC Asia and Nepal Investment banks.</p> <p>MS group runs Reliance Spinning Mill (Birgunj), Bhagwati Steel (Biratnagar) and Everest Sugar Mill (Mahottari). It has also invested in the hotel business.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-16', 'modified' => '2015-09-16', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2727', 'image' => '20150916023911_ms.jpg', 'article_date' => '2015-09-16 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '11' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '2884', 'article_category_id' => '91', 'title' => 'India calls for continuing flexibility to address issues through dialogue', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 15: The Government of India has called on political forces in Nepal to continue to be flexible to address outstanding issues related to the constitution through dialogue and widest possible agreement, in an atmosphere free from violence.', 'content' => '<p>September 15: The Government of India has called on political forces in Nepal to continue to be flexible to address outstanding issues related to the constitution through dialogue and widest possible agreement, in an atmosphere free from violence.</p> <p>The statement comes as the Constituent Assembly moves ahead to promulgate the new constitution on September 20, despite protests from the Madhes-based parties. </p> <p>“India is concerned over the ongoing protests and strife in several parts of Nepal. Horrific violence has once again shaken Nepal’s soul. Whether the victims are Nepali citizens or government officials, the blood spilt in all the incidents was Nepalese,” said the Ministry of External Affairs, in a statement. </p> <p>The ministry has said it welcomes and commends the recent progress achieved by the Constituent Assembly in the constitution-drafting process “wherein several contentious issues have been resolved.” </p> <p>It further says, “In this context, we urge continuing flexibility on the part of all the political forces so that any outstanding issues are addressed through dialogue and widest possible agreement, in an atmosphere free from violence.”</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-15', 'modified' => '2015-09-15', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2724', 'image' => '20150915042342_jfljd.jpg', 'article_date' => '2015-09-15 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '11' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '2882', 'article_category_id' => '91', 'title' => 'Load-shedding hours to increase in winter', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 15: Load-shedding hours will increase in the upcoming winter, according to executive director of Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA) Mukesh Kafle, thanks to the continuous protest and strike in Terai.', 'content' => '<p>September 15: Load-shedding hours will increase in the upcoming winter, according to executive director of Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA) Mukesh Kafle, thanks to the continuous protest and strike in Terai.</p> <p>According to NEA, due to the strike, work on the construction of cross-border transmission line has been stalled. Welcoming the newly elected working committee of Society of Economic Journalist Nepal (SEJON), Kalfe said the projects that damaged by the April 25 earthquake have not been able to produce 93 MW of electricity. </p> <p>NEA, to decrease the load-shedding hours in the winter season, had agreed to import electricity from November 1. Currently, NEA has been importing 250 MW electricity from India, and it plans to import more electricity after the completion of the Dhalkebar to Muzzafarpur (India) transmission line. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-15', 'modified' => '2015-09-15', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2723', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2015-09-15 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '11' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '2881', 'article_category_id' => '91', 'title' => 'Nepal ranked third in Economic Freedom in South Asia', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 14: Nepal been ranked third (after Bhutan and Sri Lanka) in economic freedom in the SAARC region, according to the annual peer-reviewed Economic Freedom of the World Report.', 'content' => '<p>September 14: Nepal been ranked third (after Bhutan and Sri Lanka) in economic freedom in the SAARC region, according to the annual peer-reviewed Economic Freedom of the World Report.</p> <p>The report, produced by the Fraser Institute, Canada’s leading public policy think-tank, in cooperation with independent institutes in 80 nations and territories, including Samriddhi Foundation from Nepal ranked Nepal 106th among 157 countries. The report was based on figures from 2013. </p> <p>Nepal received an overall score of 6.56 (in a scale of 1 to 10 where a higher value indicates a higher level of economic freedom). It jumped 20 places up in the global ranking. Last year, Nepal ranked 126th out of 152 countries with a score of 6.16. </p> <p>“Despite the jump, Nepal’s score has improved only marginally, maintaining us as a country with low level of economic freedom,” said Dr. Hemanta Dabadi, Senior Fellow at Samriddhi, the Prosperity Foundation. </p> <p>Economic freedom is measured in five different areas: size of government, legal structure and security of property rights, access to sound money, freedom to trade internationally, regulation of credit and labor and business. </p> <p>Hong Kong has been ranked 1st with 8.97 out of 10. Singapore with 8.52, New Zealand with 8.19, Switzerland with 8.16 and the UAE with 8.15 complete the top five. The USA scored 7.73, Japan 7.52, China 6.44 and India 6.43. Argentina, Syria, Chad, Libya, Republic of Congo, and Venezuela (3.23) are the last five on list.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-15', 'modified' => '2015-09-15', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2722', 'image' => '20150915024648_Clipboard08.jpg', 'article_date' => '2015-09-15 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '11' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '2880', 'article_category_id' => '91', 'title' => 'New constitution on Sept 20', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 15: The Constitution Assembly (CA) has decided to promulgate the new constitution on September 20, 2015. President Dr. Ram Baran Yadav will promulgate the constitution amid a ceremony at the assembly at 5 pm. ', 'content' => '<p>September 15: The Constitution Assembly (CA) has decided to promulgate the new constitution on September 20, 2015. President Dr. Ram Baran Yadav will promulgate the constitution amid a ceremony at the assembly at 5 pm. </p> <p>The CA has already passed more than 100 articles of the new constitution by majority vote. </p> <p>Yesterday (Monday), the CA meeting had been adjourned after 57 articles were passed. All the remaining articles are being passed in the meeting on Tuesday.</p> <p>The CA is going ahead with the constitution making process even as political parties from the Madhesh have boycotted proceedings of the CA. Members of the ruling alliance have said the grievances of these parties can be addressed by amending the constitution, once it is promulgated. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-15', 'modified' => '2015-09-15', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2721', 'image' => '20150915015529_Clipboard01.jpg', 'article_date' => '2015-09-15 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '11' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '2877', 'article_category_id' => '91', 'title' => 'Project to aggregate industrial data yet to be implemented', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 14: The Ministry of Industry’s project to aggregate industrial data electronically is yet to be implemented.', 'content' => '<p>September 14: The Ministry of Industry’s project to aggregate industrial data electronically is yet to be implemented.</p> <p>The GIZ-funded project aims to use a software called Industrial Profile to aggregate industrial data from all over the country. Once implemented, the software will provide key data on industries on a regular basis.</p> <p>The project will be implemented after a new office dedicated to it is brought into operation, said Ministry of Industry’s Joint Secretary Yamkumari Khatiwada. She said this was the reason the implementation of the project was delayed.</p> <p>As part of the project, data is being collected in five districts; it was supposed to be implemented in six districts: Banke, Bardiya, Kailali, Pyuthan, Surkhet and Dang. The government has said it gives priority to the project as lack of reliable data has made it difficult to formulate plans and collect taxes.</p> <p>According to officials, the software can be used to aggregate data on employment and capital, among others.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-14', 'modified' => '2015-09-14', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2719', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2015-09-14 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '11' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '2876', 'article_category_id' => '91', 'title' => 'NADA Auto Show: Dealers to launch over dozen vehicles ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 14: Automobile dealers in the country are preparing to launch over a dozen new vehicles during this year’s NADA Auto show (September 15-20).', 'content' => '<p>September 14: Automobile dealers in the country are preparing to launch over a dozen new vehicles during this year’s NADA Auto show (September 15-20).</p> <p>United traders, the authorized distributor of Toyota is planning to launch the diesel version of Toyota Etios Cross. The company is also planning to launch a new version of Hilux and other models. </p> <p>Similarly, KTM International is planning to launch three models of Italian motorcycles (Benelli TNT 300, 600I and 600GT) on the occasion.</p> <p>Laxmi Hyundai and Constant Business group are going to showcase the newly launched Hyundai SUV Creta and Ssangyong’s compact SUV Tivoli. Likewise, Puja international (Volkswagen), MAW international (Skoda) and other companies are also planning to showcase their new products.</p> <p>Fourteen four-wheeler brands and 15 two-wheeler brands, including five heavy commercial vehicle brands are participating in the show. </p> <p>NADA will feature brands like Datsun, Daihatsu, Fiat, Ford, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Nissan, Skoda, Suzuki, TATA, Toyota, Volkswagen, Ssangyong, Ashok Leyland, Bharat Benz, Escorts, Aprilla, MV Agusta, Bajaj, Benelli, Hero, Hero Electric, Honda bike, KTM, Mahindra, Royal Enfield, Suzuki Bikes, TVS, UM Bikes, Vespa and more.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-14', 'modified' => '2015-09-14', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2718', 'image' => '20150914010543_travel-map.jpg', 'article_date' => '2015-09-14 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '11' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '2883', 'article_category_id' => '91', 'title' => 'Poland’s Deputy Minister arriving on Thursday', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 15: Deputy Minister of Treasury of the Republic of Poland Zdzislaw Gawlik will arrive in Kathmandu on a two-day visit on Thursday.', 'content' => '<p>September 15: Deputy Minister of Treasury of the Republic of Poland Zdzislaw Gawlik will arrive in Kathmandu on a two-day visit on Thursday.</p> <p>During the visit, the minister will meet Prime Minister Sushil Koirala, Industry Minister Mahesh Basnet and other officials, Poland’s Honorary Consul General in Kathmandu Lokmanya Golchha said in a state-ment. Minister Gawlik, accompanied by a business delegation from Poland, will also meet representa-tives from Nepal Chamber of Commerce.</p> <p>Nepal and Poland established bilateral ties on November 25, 1959.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-15', 'modified' => '2015-09-15', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2717', 'image' => '20150915035232_Clipboard13.jpg', 'article_date' => '2015-09-15 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '11' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '2875', 'article_category_id' => '91', 'title' => 'Project to aggregate industrial data yet to be implemented', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 14: The Ministry of Industry’s project to aggregate industrial data electronically is yet to be implemented.', 'content' => '<p>September 14: The Ministry of Industry’s project to aggregate industrial data electronically is yet to be implemented.</p> <p>The GIZ-funded project aims to use a software called Industrial Profile to aggregate industrial data from all over the country. Once implemented, the software will provide key data on industries on a regular basis.</p> <p>The project will be implemented after a new office dedicated to it is brought into operation, said Ministry of Industry’s Joint Secretary Yamkumari Khatiwada. She said this was the reason the implementation of the project was delayed.</p> <p>As part of the project, data is being collected in five districts; it was supposed to be implemented in six districts: Banke, Bardiya, Kailali, Pyuthan, Surkhet and Dang. The government has said it gives priority to the project as lack of reliable data has made it difficult to formulate plans and collect taxes.</p> <p>According to officials, the software can be used to aggregate data on employment and capital, among others.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-14', 'modified' => '2015-09-14', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2716', 'image' => '20150914010402_nepal-govt copy.JPG', 'article_date' => '2015-09-14 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '11' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '2874', 'article_category_id' => '91', 'title' => 'Shivapuri National Park Attracting Many Tourists', 'sub_title' => 'Chitwan on top in terms of revenue collection', 'summary' => 'Though Chitwan National Park (CNP) stands second in terms of the number of tourists, it is on top in terms of collecting revenue among other national parks and wildlife reserves, reveals the statistics prepared by Nepal Tourism Board (NTB). Jungle safari and rhinos are the main attractions for both domestic and international tourists in Chitwan.', 'content' => '<p>Though Chitwan National Park (CNP) stands second in terms of the number of tourists, it is on top in terms of collecting revenue among other national parks and wildlife reserves, reveals the statistics prepared by Nepal Tourism Board (NTB). Jungle safari and rhinos are the main attractions for both domestic and international tourists in Chitwan.</p> <p>In 2014, a total of 173,425 tourists visited CNP contributing a revenue of Rs 246.9 million which is higher than the revenue collected by any of the parks and reserves. </p> <p>Shivapuri National Park (SNP) has drawn the highest number of tourists - a total of 180,464 tourists to be precise - collecting a revenue of Rs 10.3 million. The amount is 2.5 million more than that of last year. Shivapuri is visited by many domestic as well as international tourists as it is near Kathmandu, according to tourism entrepreneurs.</p> <p>Similarly, Sagarmatha National Park and Langtang have collectively earned Rs 136.5 million. </p> <p>Khaptad National Park is listed as a low revenue-collecting park, compared to other parks and reserves. The country’s only hunting reserve, Dhorpatan, was visited by very few tourists in the year.</p> <p>There are nine national parks, three wildlife reserves and one hunting reserve in Nepal. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-13', 'modified' => '2015-09-14', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2715', 'image' => '20150914111210_chitwan.jpg', 'article_date' => '2015-09-13 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '1' ) ) ) $current_user = null $logged_in = falsesimplexml_load_file - [internal], line ?? include - APP/View/Elements/side_bar.ctp, line 60 View::_evaluate() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 971 View::_render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 933 View::_renderElement() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 1224 View::element() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 418 include - APP/View/Articles/index.ctp, line 157 View::_evaluate() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 971 View::_render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 933 View::render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 473 Controller::render() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 968 Dispatcher::_invoke() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 200 Dispatcher::dispatch() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 167 [main] - APP/webroot/index.php, line 117
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The new constitution institutionalises the achieve-ments of the political revolution. So it’s not just the private sector, it’s the whole country that expects peace and prosperity in the future,” he added.</p> <p>Murarka said that it was necessary for the country to head towards economic development if Nepal is to be peaceful and prosperous.</p> <p>Similarly, CNI’s Senior Vice-president Haribhakta Sharma said the constitution incorporates the aspira-tion of all Nepalis. “We believe that with the new constitution, the country will head towards peace and prosperity.”</p> <p>Nepal Chamber of Commerce President Rajesh Kaji Shrestha hopes the new constitution will bring political stability in the country, and that will help attract more investment. “Now there will be more investment in industries and more jobs will be created,” he said. However, all is going to depend on the political leadership and how the constitution is implemented, said Shrestha.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-21', 'modified' => '2015-09-21', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2736', 'image' => '20150921121824_const.jpg', 'article_date' => '2015-09-21 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '11' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '2898', 'article_category_id' => '91', 'title' => 'Samsung launches Galaxy Note5 in Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 22: Samsung Electronics has announced the launch of its flagship Galaxy Note5 in Nepal. ', 'content' => '<p>September 22: Samsung Electronics has announced the launch of its flagship Galaxy Note5 in Nepal. </p> <p>With an all-new design, the Galaxy Note5 provides an unmatched set of productivity tools with its signature S-Pen helping you get more done efficiently. It is a perfect blend of form and function with industry leading features, including the best screen technology, the most advanced camera for high quality photos and videos, the fastest wireless and wired charging, and an incredibly powerful processor. </p> <p>With increased 4GB RAM, the smartphone offers the most powerful capacity and processing power in the market, enabling users to enjoy more seamless multi-tasking, keep up with messages, post updates to social networks faster, and enjoy graphic-heavy games without suffering lag time. </p> <p>It has been priced at Rs 89,900.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-22', 'modified' => '2015-09-22', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2735', 'image' => '20150922124305_dsfsdfsd.jpg', 'article_date' => '2015-09-22 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '11' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '2889', 'article_category_id' => '91', 'title' => 'Hotel Ambassador to start operation from June ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 17: Ace Hotels and Resorts is planning to open its Hotel Ambassador from June this year.', 'content' => '<p>September 17: Ace Hotels and Resorts is planning to open its Hotel Ambassador from June this year.</p> <p>The company decided to re-build the Lazimpat-based hotel after it had to make way for road expansion during Baburam Bhattarai’s tenure as Prime Minister.</p> <p>The group says it is going to invest Rs 70 million in the hotel. “We have already spent over Rs 350 million on the building,” said chairman of the group Yogendra Shakya. “We had to postpone the opening of the hotel due to the April 25 earthquake and the ongoing protests,” said Shakya. According to him, the hotel is being upgraded from three-star to four-star. The hotel now has rooms of that are sound-proof as it is located close to a busy road. </p> <p>The eight-storey hotel has two floors for shops. But the hotel will not have a swimming pool. The group has been operating Ambassador Chhauni Hotel Apartment ever since construction began in Lazimpat, to accommodate its clients. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-17', 'modified' => '2015-09-17', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2731', 'image' => '20150917014307_1.jpg', 'article_date' => '2015-09-17 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '11' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '2888', 'article_category_id' => '91', 'title' => 'Constituent Assembly passes all articles of new constitution', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 17: The Constituent Assembly has passed all articles of the new constitution, paving way for its promulgation on Saturday.', 'content' => '<p>September 17: The Constituent Assembly has passed all articles of the new constitution, paving way for its promulgation on Sunday.</p> <p>The Constituent Assembly also endorsed the amended draft of the constitution by a two-third majority on Wednesday night. Of the 598 CA members, 532 participated in the voting process, and 507 voted in favour of the amended draft.</p> <p>Following the endorsement of the draft, leaders of three major political parties termed the day as ‘historic’, and called on all sides to resolve differences over the constitution through dialogue. They also urged the general public to celebrate the achievement.</p> <p>Members of the Constituent Assembly are due to sign the new constitution on Sunday (September 20). CA Chairman Subas Nembang will then certify the document and President Ram Baran Yadav will announce its promulgation.</p> <p>The government is likely to announce a public holiday on Monday (September 21) to commemorate the occasion.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-17', 'modified' => '2015-09-17', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2730', 'image' => '20150917110956_dfgf.jpg', 'article_date' => '2015-09-17 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '11' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '2890', 'article_category_id' => '91', 'title' => 'Chamber representatives meet Indian envoy', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 16: Representatives from Nepal Chamber of Commerce met Indian Ambassador to Nepal Ranjit Rae on Wednesday. ', 'content' => '<p>September 16: Representatives from Nepal Chamber of Commerce met Indian Ambassador to Nepal Ranjit Rae on Wednesday. </p> <p>The Chamber delegation led by President Rajeshkaji Shrestha discussed issues related to Nepal-India trade, investment tourism, during the meeting at the Indian Embassy in Kathmandu.</p> <p>Ambassador Rae requested the delegation to work on finding ways for Nepal to benefit from the renewal of Nepal-India Trade and Transit Treaty. He requested to focus on 10 products to export in India and to identify possible investment.</p> <p>During the meeting, Chamber President Shrestha informed that the Chamber is going to organise an interaction programme on the issues. He highlighted the importance of the economic, social and cultural relationship between India and Nepal and suggested that Indian investors invest in Nepal.</p> <p>Chamber’s Senior Vice-president Lokmanya Golchha, Secretary Santosh Kumar Pandey and Executive Committee member Rastrabhusan Chakubaji were also present during the meeting. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-17', 'modified' => '2015-09-17', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2728', 'image' => '20150917015920_rr.jpg', 'article_date' => '2015-09-17 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '11' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '2886', 'article_category_id' => '91', 'title' => 'MS Group to start production of refined sugar in December', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 16: MS Group has said it will start production of refined sugar in Nepal from December this year.', 'content' => '<p>September 16: MS Group has said it will start production of refined sugar in Nepal from December this year.</p> <p>The group, which will become the first to produce refined sugar in the country, has invested Rs 2 billion on it plant (Himalaya Refined Sugar Industry) in Panwadi, Siraha, and it will provide employment to 500 people.</p> <p>Managing Director of the group Sashikant Agrawal said the plant will produce refined sugar without using sulfur and limestone. “Refined sugar can be used as an alternative to organic sugar, and it has a positive effect on human health,” he said.</p> <p>According to Agrawal, refined sugar can be used in medicine as well as soft drinks. Manufactureres producing these items have been importing refined sugar from Thailand, Indian and Brasil till now.</p> <p>Agrawal said the plant alone cost the company Rs 500 million to build. It has the capacity to 2,500 tonnes of sugarcane per day, and can produce 200 MT of sugar. The plant has been financed by NIC Asia and Nepal Investment banks.</p> <p>MS group runs Reliance Spinning Mill (Birgunj), Bhagwati Steel (Biratnagar) and Everest Sugar Mill (Mahottari). It has also invested in the hotel business.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-16', 'modified' => '2015-09-16', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2727', 'image' => '20150916023911_ms.jpg', 'article_date' => '2015-09-16 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '11' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '2884', 'article_category_id' => '91', 'title' => 'India calls for continuing flexibility to address issues through dialogue', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 15: The Government of India has called on political forces in Nepal to continue to be flexible to address outstanding issues related to the constitution through dialogue and widest possible agreement, in an atmosphere free from violence.', 'content' => '<p>September 15: The Government of India has called on political forces in Nepal to continue to be flexible to address outstanding issues related to the constitution through dialogue and widest possible agreement, in an atmosphere free from violence.</p> <p>The statement comes as the Constituent Assembly moves ahead to promulgate the new constitution on September 20, despite protests from the Madhes-based parties. </p> <p>“India is concerned over the ongoing protests and strife in several parts of Nepal. Horrific violence has once again shaken Nepal’s soul. Whether the victims are Nepali citizens or government officials, the blood spilt in all the incidents was Nepalese,” said the Ministry of External Affairs, in a statement. </p> <p>The ministry has said it welcomes and commends the recent progress achieved by the Constituent Assembly in the constitution-drafting process “wherein several contentious issues have been resolved.” </p> <p>It further says, “In this context, we urge continuing flexibility on the part of all the political forces so that any outstanding issues are addressed through dialogue and widest possible agreement, in an atmosphere free from violence.”</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-15', 'modified' => '2015-09-15', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2724', 'image' => '20150915042342_jfljd.jpg', 'article_date' => '2015-09-15 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '11' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '2882', 'article_category_id' => '91', 'title' => 'Load-shedding hours to increase in winter', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 15: Load-shedding hours will increase in the upcoming winter, according to executive director of Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA) Mukesh Kafle, thanks to the continuous protest and strike in Terai.', 'content' => '<p>September 15: Load-shedding hours will increase in the upcoming winter, according to executive director of Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA) Mukesh Kafle, thanks to the continuous protest and strike in Terai.</p> <p>According to NEA, due to the strike, work on the construction of cross-border transmission line has been stalled. Welcoming the newly elected working committee of Society of Economic Journalist Nepal (SEJON), Kalfe said the projects that damaged by the April 25 earthquake have not been able to produce 93 MW of electricity. </p> <p>NEA, to decrease the load-shedding hours in the winter season, had agreed to import electricity from November 1. Currently, NEA has been importing 250 MW electricity from India, and it plans to import more electricity after the completion of the Dhalkebar to Muzzafarpur (India) transmission line. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-15', 'modified' => '2015-09-15', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2723', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2015-09-15 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '11' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '2881', 'article_category_id' => '91', 'title' => 'Nepal ranked third in Economic Freedom in South Asia', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 14: Nepal been ranked third (after Bhutan and Sri Lanka) in economic freedom in the SAARC region, according to the annual peer-reviewed Economic Freedom of the World Report.', 'content' => '<p>September 14: Nepal been ranked third (after Bhutan and Sri Lanka) in economic freedom in the SAARC region, according to the annual peer-reviewed Economic Freedom of the World Report.</p> <p>The report, produced by the Fraser Institute, Canada’s leading public policy think-tank, in cooperation with independent institutes in 80 nations and territories, including Samriddhi Foundation from Nepal ranked Nepal 106th among 157 countries. The report was based on figures from 2013. </p> <p>Nepal received an overall score of 6.56 (in a scale of 1 to 10 where a higher value indicates a higher level of economic freedom). It jumped 20 places up in the global ranking. Last year, Nepal ranked 126th out of 152 countries with a score of 6.16. </p> <p>“Despite the jump, Nepal’s score has improved only marginally, maintaining us as a country with low level of economic freedom,” said Dr. Hemanta Dabadi, Senior Fellow at Samriddhi, the Prosperity Foundation. </p> <p>Economic freedom is measured in five different areas: size of government, legal structure and security of property rights, access to sound money, freedom to trade internationally, regulation of credit and labor and business. </p> <p>Hong Kong has been ranked 1st with 8.97 out of 10. Singapore with 8.52, New Zealand with 8.19, Switzerland with 8.16 and the UAE with 8.15 complete the top five. The USA scored 7.73, Japan 7.52, China 6.44 and India 6.43. Argentina, Syria, Chad, Libya, Republic of Congo, and Venezuela (3.23) are the last five on list.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-15', 'modified' => '2015-09-15', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2722', 'image' => '20150915024648_Clipboard08.jpg', 'article_date' => '2015-09-15 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '11' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '2880', 'article_category_id' => '91', 'title' => 'New constitution on Sept 20', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 15: The Constitution Assembly (CA) has decided to promulgate the new constitution on September 20, 2015. President Dr. Ram Baran Yadav will promulgate the constitution amid a ceremony at the assembly at 5 pm. ', 'content' => '<p>September 15: The Constitution Assembly (CA) has decided to promulgate the new constitution on September 20, 2015. President Dr. Ram Baran Yadav will promulgate the constitution amid a ceremony at the assembly at 5 pm. </p> <p>The CA has already passed more than 100 articles of the new constitution by majority vote. </p> <p>Yesterday (Monday), the CA meeting had been adjourned after 57 articles were passed. All the remaining articles are being passed in the meeting on Tuesday.</p> <p>The CA is going ahead with the constitution making process even as political parties from the Madhesh have boycotted proceedings of the CA. Members of the ruling alliance have said the grievances of these parties can be addressed by amending the constitution, once it is promulgated. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-15', 'modified' => '2015-09-15', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2721', 'image' => '20150915015529_Clipboard01.jpg', 'article_date' => '2015-09-15 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '11' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '2877', 'article_category_id' => '91', 'title' => 'Project to aggregate industrial data yet to be implemented', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 14: The Ministry of Industry’s project to aggregate industrial data electronically is yet to be implemented.', 'content' => '<p>September 14: The Ministry of Industry’s project to aggregate industrial data electronically is yet to be implemented.</p> <p>The GIZ-funded project aims to use a software called Industrial Profile to aggregate industrial data from all over the country. Once implemented, the software will provide key data on industries on a regular basis.</p> <p>The project will be implemented after a new office dedicated to it is brought into operation, said Ministry of Industry’s Joint Secretary Yamkumari Khatiwada. She said this was the reason the implementation of the project was delayed.</p> <p>As part of the project, data is being collected in five districts; it was supposed to be implemented in six districts: Banke, Bardiya, Kailali, Pyuthan, Surkhet and Dang. The government has said it gives priority to the project as lack of reliable data has made it difficult to formulate plans and collect taxes.</p> <p>According to officials, the software can be used to aggregate data on employment and capital, among others.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-14', 'modified' => '2015-09-14', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2719', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2015-09-14 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '11' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '2876', 'article_category_id' => '91', 'title' => 'NADA Auto Show: Dealers to launch over dozen vehicles ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 14: Automobile dealers in the country are preparing to launch over a dozen new vehicles during this year’s NADA Auto show (September 15-20).', 'content' => '<p>September 14: Automobile dealers in the country are preparing to launch over a dozen new vehicles during this year’s NADA Auto show (September 15-20).</p> <p>United traders, the authorized distributor of Toyota is planning to launch the diesel version of Toyota Etios Cross. The company is also planning to launch a new version of Hilux and other models. </p> <p>Similarly, KTM International is planning to launch three models of Italian motorcycles (Benelli TNT 300, 600I and 600GT) on the occasion.</p> <p>Laxmi Hyundai and Constant Business group are going to showcase the newly launched Hyundai SUV Creta and Ssangyong’s compact SUV Tivoli. Likewise, Puja international (Volkswagen), MAW international (Skoda) and other companies are also planning to showcase their new products.</p> <p>Fourteen four-wheeler brands and 15 two-wheeler brands, including five heavy commercial vehicle brands are participating in the show. </p> <p>NADA will feature brands like Datsun, Daihatsu, Fiat, Ford, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Nissan, Skoda, Suzuki, TATA, Toyota, Volkswagen, Ssangyong, Ashok Leyland, Bharat Benz, Escorts, Aprilla, MV Agusta, Bajaj, Benelli, Hero, Hero Electric, Honda bike, KTM, Mahindra, Royal Enfield, Suzuki Bikes, TVS, UM Bikes, Vespa and more.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-14', 'modified' => '2015-09-14', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2718', 'image' => '20150914010543_travel-map.jpg', 'article_date' => '2015-09-14 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '11' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '2883', 'article_category_id' => '91', 'title' => 'Poland’s Deputy Minister arriving on Thursday', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 15: Deputy Minister of Treasury of the Republic of Poland Zdzislaw Gawlik will arrive in Kathmandu on a two-day visit on Thursday.', 'content' => '<p>September 15: Deputy Minister of Treasury of the Republic of Poland Zdzislaw Gawlik will arrive in Kathmandu on a two-day visit on Thursday.</p> <p>During the visit, the minister will meet Prime Minister Sushil Koirala, Industry Minister Mahesh Basnet and other officials, Poland’s Honorary Consul General in Kathmandu Lokmanya Golchha said in a state-ment. Minister Gawlik, accompanied by a business delegation from Poland, will also meet representa-tives from Nepal Chamber of Commerce.</p> <p>Nepal and Poland established bilateral ties on November 25, 1959.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-15', 'modified' => '2015-09-15', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2717', 'image' => '20150915035232_Clipboard13.jpg', 'article_date' => '2015-09-15 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '11' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '2875', 'article_category_id' => '91', 'title' => 'Project to aggregate industrial data yet to be implemented', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 14: The Ministry of Industry’s project to aggregate industrial data electronically is yet to be implemented.', 'content' => '<p>September 14: The Ministry of Industry’s project to aggregate industrial data electronically is yet to be implemented.</p> <p>The GIZ-funded project aims to use a software called Industrial Profile to aggregate industrial data from all over the country. Once implemented, the software will provide key data on industries on a regular basis.</p> <p>The project will be implemented after a new office dedicated to it is brought into operation, said Ministry of Industry’s Joint Secretary Yamkumari Khatiwada. She said this was the reason the implementation of the project was delayed.</p> <p>As part of the project, data is being collected in five districts; it was supposed to be implemented in six districts: Banke, Bardiya, Kailali, Pyuthan, Surkhet and Dang. The government has said it gives priority to the project as lack of reliable data has made it difficult to formulate plans and collect taxes.</p> <p>According to officials, the software can be used to aggregate data on employment and capital, among others.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-14', 'modified' => '2015-09-14', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2716', 'image' => '20150914010402_nepal-govt copy.JPG', 'article_date' => '2015-09-14 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '11' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '2874', 'article_category_id' => '91', 'title' => 'Shivapuri National Park Attracting Many Tourists', 'sub_title' => 'Chitwan on top in terms of revenue collection', 'summary' => 'Though Chitwan National Park (CNP) stands second in terms of the number of tourists, it is on top in terms of collecting revenue among other national parks and wildlife reserves, reveals the statistics prepared by Nepal Tourism Board (NTB). Jungle safari and rhinos are the main attractions for both domestic and international tourists in Chitwan.', 'content' => '<p>Though Chitwan National Park (CNP) stands second in terms of the number of tourists, it is on top in terms of collecting revenue among other national parks and wildlife reserves, reveals the statistics prepared by Nepal Tourism Board (NTB). Jungle safari and rhinos are the main attractions for both domestic and international tourists in Chitwan.</p> <p>In 2014, a total of 173,425 tourists visited CNP contributing a revenue of Rs 246.9 million which is higher than the revenue collected by any of the parks and reserves. </p> <p>Shivapuri National Park (SNP) has drawn the highest number of tourists - a total of 180,464 tourists to be precise - collecting a revenue of Rs 10.3 million. The amount is 2.5 million more than that of last year. Shivapuri is visited by many domestic as well as international tourists as it is near Kathmandu, according to tourism entrepreneurs.</p> <p>Similarly, Sagarmatha National Park and Langtang have collectively earned Rs 136.5 million. </p> <p>Khaptad National Park is listed as a low revenue-collecting park, compared to other parks and reserves. The country’s only hunting reserve, Dhorpatan, was visited by very few tourists in the year.</p> <p>There are nine national parks, three wildlife reserves and one hunting reserve in Nepal. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-13', 'modified' => '2015-09-14', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2715', 'image' => '20150914111210_chitwan.jpg', 'article_date' => '2015-09-13 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '1' ) ) ) $current_user = null $logged_in = false $xml = falseinclude - APP/View/Elements/side_bar.ctp, line 133 View::_evaluate() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 971 View::_render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 933 View::_renderElement() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 1224 View::element() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 418 include - APP/View/Articles/index.ctp, line 157 View::_evaluate() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 971 View::_render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 933 View::render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 473 Controller::render() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 968 Dispatcher::_invoke() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 200 Dispatcher::dispatch() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 167 [main] - APP/webroot/index.php, line 117
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The new constitution institutionalises the achieve-ments of the political revolution. So it’s not just the private sector, it’s the whole country that expects peace and prosperity in the future,” he added.</p> <p>Murarka said that it was necessary for the country to head towards economic development if Nepal is to be peaceful and prosperous.</p> <p>Similarly, CNI’s Senior Vice-president Haribhakta Sharma said the constitution incorporates the aspira-tion of all Nepalis. “We believe that with the new constitution, the country will head towards peace and prosperity.”</p> <p>Nepal Chamber of Commerce President Rajesh Kaji Shrestha hopes the new constitution will bring political stability in the country, and that will help attract more investment. “Now there will be more investment in industries and more jobs will be created,” he said. However, all is going to depend on the political leadership and how the constitution is implemented, said Shrestha.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-21', 'modified' => '2015-09-21', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2736', 'image' => '20150921121824_const.jpg', 'article_date' => '2015-09-21 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '11' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '2898', 'article_category_id' => '91', 'title' => 'Samsung launches Galaxy Note5 in Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 22: Samsung Electronics has announced the launch of its flagship Galaxy Note5 in Nepal. ', 'content' => '<p>September 22: Samsung Electronics has announced the launch of its flagship Galaxy Note5 in Nepal. </p> <p>With an all-new design, the Galaxy Note5 provides an unmatched set of productivity tools with its signature S-Pen helping you get more done efficiently. It is a perfect blend of form and function with industry leading features, including the best screen technology, the most advanced camera for high quality photos and videos, the fastest wireless and wired charging, and an incredibly powerful processor. </p> <p>With increased 4GB RAM, the smartphone offers the most powerful capacity and processing power in the market, enabling users to enjoy more seamless multi-tasking, keep up with messages, post updates to social networks faster, and enjoy graphic-heavy games without suffering lag time. </p> <p>It has been priced at Rs 89,900.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-22', 'modified' => '2015-09-22', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2735', 'image' => '20150922124305_dsfsdfsd.jpg', 'article_date' => '2015-09-22 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '11' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '2889', 'article_category_id' => '91', 'title' => 'Hotel Ambassador to start operation from June ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 17: Ace Hotels and Resorts is planning to open its Hotel Ambassador from June this year.', 'content' => '<p>September 17: Ace Hotels and Resorts is planning to open its Hotel Ambassador from June this year.</p> <p>The company decided to re-build the Lazimpat-based hotel after it had to make way for road expansion during Baburam Bhattarai’s tenure as Prime Minister.</p> <p>The group says it is going to invest Rs 70 million in the hotel. “We have already spent over Rs 350 million on the building,” said chairman of the group Yogendra Shakya. “We had to postpone the opening of the hotel due to the April 25 earthquake and the ongoing protests,” said Shakya. According to him, the hotel is being upgraded from three-star to four-star. The hotel now has rooms of that are sound-proof as it is located close to a busy road. </p> <p>The eight-storey hotel has two floors for shops. But the hotel will not have a swimming pool. The group has been operating Ambassador Chhauni Hotel Apartment ever since construction began in Lazimpat, to accommodate its clients. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-17', 'modified' => '2015-09-17', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2731', 'image' => '20150917014307_1.jpg', 'article_date' => '2015-09-17 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '11' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '2888', 'article_category_id' => '91', 'title' => 'Constituent Assembly passes all articles of new constitution', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 17: The Constituent Assembly has passed all articles of the new constitution, paving way for its promulgation on Saturday.', 'content' => '<p>September 17: The Constituent Assembly has passed all articles of the new constitution, paving way for its promulgation on Sunday.</p> <p>The Constituent Assembly also endorsed the amended draft of the constitution by a two-third majority on Wednesday night. Of the 598 CA members, 532 participated in the voting process, and 507 voted in favour of the amended draft.</p> <p>Following the endorsement of the draft, leaders of three major political parties termed the day as ‘historic’, and called on all sides to resolve differences over the constitution through dialogue. They also urged the general public to celebrate the achievement.</p> <p>Members of the Constituent Assembly are due to sign the new constitution on Sunday (September 20). CA Chairman Subas Nembang will then certify the document and President Ram Baran Yadav will announce its promulgation.</p> <p>The government is likely to announce a public holiday on Monday (September 21) to commemorate the occasion.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-17', 'modified' => '2015-09-17', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2730', 'image' => '20150917110956_dfgf.jpg', 'article_date' => '2015-09-17 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '11' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '2890', 'article_category_id' => '91', 'title' => 'Chamber representatives meet Indian envoy', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 16: Representatives from Nepal Chamber of Commerce met Indian Ambassador to Nepal Ranjit Rae on Wednesday. ', 'content' => '<p>September 16: Representatives from Nepal Chamber of Commerce met Indian Ambassador to Nepal Ranjit Rae on Wednesday. </p> <p>The Chamber delegation led by President Rajeshkaji Shrestha discussed issues related to Nepal-India trade, investment tourism, during the meeting at the Indian Embassy in Kathmandu.</p> <p>Ambassador Rae requested the delegation to work on finding ways for Nepal to benefit from the renewal of Nepal-India Trade and Transit Treaty. He requested to focus on 10 products to export in India and to identify possible investment.</p> <p>During the meeting, Chamber President Shrestha informed that the Chamber is going to organise an interaction programme on the issues. He highlighted the importance of the economic, social and cultural relationship between India and Nepal and suggested that Indian investors invest in Nepal.</p> <p>Chamber’s Senior Vice-president Lokmanya Golchha, Secretary Santosh Kumar Pandey and Executive Committee member Rastrabhusan Chakubaji were also present during the meeting. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-17', 'modified' => '2015-09-17', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2728', 'image' => '20150917015920_rr.jpg', 'article_date' => '2015-09-17 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '11' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '2886', 'article_category_id' => '91', 'title' => 'MS Group to start production of refined sugar in December', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 16: MS Group has said it will start production of refined sugar in Nepal from December this year.', 'content' => '<p>September 16: MS Group has said it will start production of refined sugar in Nepal from December this year.</p> <p>The group, which will become the first to produce refined sugar in the country, has invested Rs 2 billion on it plant (Himalaya Refined Sugar Industry) in Panwadi, Siraha, and it will provide employment to 500 people.</p> <p>Managing Director of the group Sashikant Agrawal said the plant will produce refined sugar without using sulfur and limestone. “Refined sugar can be used as an alternative to organic sugar, and it has a positive effect on human health,” he said.</p> <p>According to Agrawal, refined sugar can be used in medicine as well as soft drinks. Manufactureres producing these items have been importing refined sugar from Thailand, Indian and Brasil till now.</p> <p>Agrawal said the plant alone cost the company Rs 500 million to build. It has the capacity to 2,500 tonnes of sugarcane per day, and can produce 200 MT of sugar. The plant has been financed by NIC Asia and Nepal Investment banks.</p> <p>MS group runs Reliance Spinning Mill (Birgunj), Bhagwati Steel (Biratnagar) and Everest Sugar Mill (Mahottari). It has also invested in the hotel business.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-16', 'modified' => '2015-09-16', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2727', 'image' => '20150916023911_ms.jpg', 'article_date' => '2015-09-16 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '11' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '2884', 'article_category_id' => '91', 'title' => 'India calls for continuing flexibility to address issues through dialogue', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 15: The Government of India has called on political forces in Nepal to continue to be flexible to address outstanding issues related to the constitution through dialogue and widest possible agreement, in an atmosphere free from violence.', 'content' => '<p>September 15: The Government of India has called on political forces in Nepal to continue to be flexible to address outstanding issues related to the constitution through dialogue and widest possible agreement, in an atmosphere free from violence.</p> <p>The statement comes as the Constituent Assembly moves ahead to promulgate the new constitution on September 20, despite protests from the Madhes-based parties. </p> <p>“India is concerned over the ongoing protests and strife in several parts of Nepal. Horrific violence has once again shaken Nepal’s soul. Whether the victims are Nepali citizens or government officials, the blood spilt in all the incidents was Nepalese,” said the Ministry of External Affairs, in a statement. </p> <p>The ministry has said it welcomes and commends the recent progress achieved by the Constituent Assembly in the constitution-drafting process “wherein several contentious issues have been resolved.” </p> <p>It further says, “In this context, we urge continuing flexibility on the part of all the political forces so that any outstanding issues are addressed through dialogue and widest possible agreement, in an atmosphere free from violence.”</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-15', 'modified' => '2015-09-15', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2724', 'image' => '20150915042342_jfljd.jpg', 'article_date' => '2015-09-15 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '11' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '2882', 'article_category_id' => '91', 'title' => 'Load-shedding hours to increase in winter', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 15: Load-shedding hours will increase in the upcoming winter, according to executive director of Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA) Mukesh Kafle, thanks to the continuous protest and strike in Terai.', 'content' => '<p>September 15: Load-shedding hours will increase in the upcoming winter, according to executive director of Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA) Mukesh Kafle, thanks to the continuous protest and strike in Terai.</p> <p>According to NEA, due to the strike, work on the construction of cross-border transmission line has been stalled. Welcoming the newly elected working committee of Society of Economic Journalist Nepal (SEJON), Kalfe said the projects that damaged by the April 25 earthquake have not been able to produce 93 MW of electricity. </p> <p>NEA, to decrease the load-shedding hours in the winter season, had agreed to import electricity from November 1. Currently, NEA has been importing 250 MW electricity from India, and it plans to import more electricity after the completion of the Dhalkebar to Muzzafarpur (India) transmission line. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-15', 'modified' => '2015-09-15', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2723', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2015-09-15 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '11' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '2881', 'article_category_id' => '91', 'title' => 'Nepal ranked third in Economic Freedom in South Asia', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 14: Nepal been ranked third (after Bhutan and Sri Lanka) in economic freedom in the SAARC region, according to the annual peer-reviewed Economic Freedom of the World Report.', 'content' => '<p>September 14: Nepal been ranked third (after Bhutan and Sri Lanka) in economic freedom in the SAARC region, according to the annual peer-reviewed Economic Freedom of the World Report.</p> <p>The report, produced by the Fraser Institute, Canada’s leading public policy think-tank, in cooperation with independent institutes in 80 nations and territories, including Samriddhi Foundation from Nepal ranked Nepal 106th among 157 countries. The report was based on figures from 2013. </p> <p>Nepal received an overall score of 6.56 (in a scale of 1 to 10 where a higher value indicates a higher level of economic freedom). It jumped 20 places up in the global ranking. Last year, Nepal ranked 126th out of 152 countries with a score of 6.16. </p> <p>“Despite the jump, Nepal’s score has improved only marginally, maintaining us as a country with low level of economic freedom,” said Dr. Hemanta Dabadi, Senior Fellow at Samriddhi, the Prosperity Foundation. </p> <p>Economic freedom is measured in five different areas: size of government, legal structure and security of property rights, access to sound money, freedom to trade internationally, regulation of credit and labor and business. </p> <p>Hong Kong has been ranked 1st with 8.97 out of 10. Singapore with 8.52, New Zealand with 8.19, Switzerland with 8.16 and the UAE with 8.15 complete the top five. The USA scored 7.73, Japan 7.52, China 6.44 and India 6.43. Argentina, Syria, Chad, Libya, Republic of Congo, and Venezuela (3.23) are the last five on list.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-15', 'modified' => '2015-09-15', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2722', 'image' => '20150915024648_Clipboard08.jpg', 'article_date' => '2015-09-15 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '11' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '2880', 'article_category_id' => '91', 'title' => 'New constitution on Sept 20', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 15: The Constitution Assembly (CA) has decided to promulgate the new constitution on September 20, 2015. President Dr. Ram Baran Yadav will promulgate the constitution amid a ceremony at the assembly at 5 pm. ', 'content' => '<p>September 15: The Constitution Assembly (CA) has decided to promulgate the new constitution on September 20, 2015. President Dr. Ram Baran Yadav will promulgate the constitution amid a ceremony at the assembly at 5 pm. </p> <p>The CA has already passed more than 100 articles of the new constitution by majority vote. </p> <p>Yesterday (Monday), the CA meeting had been adjourned after 57 articles were passed. All the remaining articles are being passed in the meeting on Tuesday.</p> <p>The CA is going ahead with the constitution making process even as political parties from the Madhesh have boycotted proceedings of the CA. Members of the ruling alliance have said the grievances of these parties can be addressed by amending the constitution, once it is promulgated. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-15', 'modified' => '2015-09-15', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2721', 'image' => '20150915015529_Clipboard01.jpg', 'article_date' => '2015-09-15 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '11' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '2877', 'article_category_id' => '91', 'title' => 'Project to aggregate industrial data yet to be implemented', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 14: The Ministry of Industry’s project to aggregate industrial data electronically is yet to be implemented.', 'content' => '<p>September 14: The Ministry of Industry’s project to aggregate industrial data electronically is yet to be implemented.</p> <p>The GIZ-funded project aims to use a software called Industrial Profile to aggregate industrial data from all over the country. Once implemented, the software will provide key data on industries on a regular basis.</p> <p>The project will be implemented after a new office dedicated to it is brought into operation, said Ministry of Industry’s Joint Secretary Yamkumari Khatiwada. She said this was the reason the implementation of the project was delayed.</p> <p>As part of the project, data is being collected in five districts; it was supposed to be implemented in six districts: Banke, Bardiya, Kailali, Pyuthan, Surkhet and Dang. The government has said it gives priority to the project as lack of reliable data has made it difficult to formulate plans and collect taxes.</p> <p>According to officials, the software can be used to aggregate data on employment and capital, among others.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-14', 'modified' => '2015-09-14', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2719', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2015-09-14 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '11' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '2876', 'article_category_id' => '91', 'title' => 'NADA Auto Show: Dealers to launch over dozen vehicles ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 14: Automobile dealers in the country are preparing to launch over a dozen new vehicles during this year’s NADA Auto show (September 15-20).', 'content' => '<p>September 14: Automobile dealers in the country are preparing to launch over a dozen new vehicles during this year’s NADA Auto show (September 15-20).</p> <p>United traders, the authorized distributor of Toyota is planning to launch the diesel version of Toyota Etios Cross. The company is also planning to launch a new version of Hilux and other models. </p> <p>Similarly, KTM International is planning to launch three models of Italian motorcycles (Benelli TNT 300, 600I and 600GT) on the occasion.</p> <p>Laxmi Hyundai and Constant Business group are going to showcase the newly launched Hyundai SUV Creta and Ssangyong’s compact SUV Tivoli. Likewise, Puja international (Volkswagen), MAW international (Skoda) and other companies are also planning to showcase their new products.</p> <p>Fourteen four-wheeler brands and 15 two-wheeler brands, including five heavy commercial vehicle brands are participating in the show. </p> <p>NADA will feature brands like Datsun, Daihatsu, Fiat, Ford, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Nissan, Skoda, Suzuki, TATA, Toyota, Volkswagen, Ssangyong, Ashok Leyland, Bharat Benz, Escorts, Aprilla, MV Agusta, Bajaj, Benelli, Hero, Hero Electric, Honda bike, KTM, Mahindra, Royal Enfield, Suzuki Bikes, TVS, UM Bikes, Vespa and more.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-14', 'modified' => '2015-09-14', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2718', 'image' => '20150914010543_travel-map.jpg', 'article_date' => '2015-09-14 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '11' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '2883', 'article_category_id' => '91', 'title' => 'Poland’s Deputy Minister arriving on Thursday', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 15: Deputy Minister of Treasury of the Republic of Poland Zdzislaw Gawlik will arrive in Kathmandu on a two-day visit on Thursday.', 'content' => '<p>September 15: Deputy Minister of Treasury of the Republic of Poland Zdzislaw Gawlik will arrive in Kathmandu on a two-day visit on Thursday.</p> <p>During the visit, the minister will meet Prime Minister Sushil Koirala, Industry Minister Mahesh Basnet and other officials, Poland’s Honorary Consul General in Kathmandu Lokmanya Golchha said in a state-ment. Minister Gawlik, accompanied by a business delegation from Poland, will also meet representa-tives from Nepal Chamber of Commerce.</p> <p>Nepal and Poland established bilateral ties on November 25, 1959.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-15', 'modified' => '2015-09-15', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2717', 'image' => '20150915035232_Clipboard13.jpg', 'article_date' => '2015-09-15 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '11' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '2875', 'article_category_id' => '91', 'title' => 'Project to aggregate industrial data yet to be implemented', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 14: The Ministry of Industry’s project to aggregate industrial data electronically is yet to be implemented.', 'content' => '<p>September 14: The Ministry of Industry’s project to aggregate industrial data electronically is yet to be implemented.</p> <p>The GIZ-funded project aims to use a software called Industrial Profile to aggregate industrial data from all over the country. Once implemented, the software will provide key data on industries on a regular basis.</p> <p>The project will be implemented after a new office dedicated to it is brought into operation, said Ministry of Industry’s Joint Secretary Yamkumari Khatiwada. She said this was the reason the implementation of the project was delayed.</p> <p>As part of the project, data is being collected in five districts; it was supposed to be implemented in six districts: Banke, Bardiya, Kailali, Pyuthan, Surkhet and Dang. The government has said it gives priority to the project as lack of reliable data has made it difficult to formulate plans and collect taxes.</p> <p>According to officials, the software can be used to aggregate data on employment and capital, among others.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-14', 'modified' => '2015-09-14', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2716', 'image' => '20150914010402_nepal-govt copy.JPG', 'article_date' => '2015-09-14 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '11' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '2874', 'article_category_id' => '91', 'title' => 'Shivapuri National Park Attracting Many Tourists', 'sub_title' => 'Chitwan on top in terms of revenue collection', 'summary' => 'Though Chitwan National Park (CNP) stands second in terms of the number of tourists, it is on top in terms of collecting revenue among other national parks and wildlife reserves, reveals the statistics prepared by Nepal Tourism Board (NTB). Jungle safari and rhinos are the main attractions for both domestic and international tourists in Chitwan.', 'content' => '<p>Though Chitwan National Park (CNP) stands second in terms of the number of tourists, it is on top in terms of collecting revenue among other national parks and wildlife reserves, reveals the statistics prepared by Nepal Tourism Board (NTB). Jungle safari and rhinos are the main attractions for both domestic and international tourists in Chitwan.</p> <p>In 2014, a total of 173,425 tourists visited CNP contributing a revenue of Rs 246.9 million which is higher than the revenue collected by any of the parks and reserves. </p> <p>Shivapuri National Park (SNP) has drawn the highest number of tourists - a total of 180,464 tourists to be precise - collecting a revenue of Rs 10.3 million. The amount is 2.5 million more than that of last year. Shivapuri is visited by many domestic as well as international tourists as it is near Kathmandu, according to tourism entrepreneurs.</p> <p>Similarly, Sagarmatha National Park and Langtang have collectively earned Rs 136.5 million. </p> <p>Khaptad National Park is listed as a low revenue-collecting park, compared to other parks and reserves. The country’s only hunting reserve, Dhorpatan, was visited by very few tourists in the year.</p> <p>There are nine national parks, three wildlife reserves and one hunting reserve in Nepal. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2015-09-13', 'modified' => '2015-09-14', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '2715', 'image' => '20150914111210_chitwan.jpg', 'article_date' => '2015-09-13 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '1' ) ) ) $current_user = null $logged_in = false $xml = falsesimplexml_load_file - [internal], line ?? include - APP/View/Elements/side_bar.ctp, line 133 View::_evaluate() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 971 View::_render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 933 View::_renderElement() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 1224 View::element() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 418 include - APP/View/Articles/index.ctp, line 157 View::_evaluate() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 971 View::_render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 933 View::render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 473 Controller::render() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 968 Dispatcher::_invoke() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 200 Dispatcher::dispatch() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 167 [main] - APP/webroot/index.php, line 117
Currency | Unit |
Buy | Sell |
U.S. Dollar | 1 | 121.23 | 121.83 |
European Euro | 1 | 131.65 | 132.31 |
UK Pound Sterling | 1 | 142.47 | 143.18 |
Swiss Franc | 1 | 124.29 | 124.90 |
Australian Dollar | 1 | 71.69 | 72.05 |
Canadian Dollar | 1 | 83.90 | 84.32 |
Japanese Yen | 10 | 10.94 | 11.00 |
Chinese Yuan | 1 | 17.17 | 17.26 |
Saudi Arabian Riyal | 1 | 32.27 | 32.43 |
UAE Dirham | 1 | 33.01 | 33.17 |
Malaysian Ringgit | 1 | 27.36 | 27.50 |
South Korean Won | 100 | 9.77 | 9.82 |
Update: 2020-03-25 | Source: Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB)
Fine Gold | 1 tola | 77000.00 |
Tejabi Gold | 1 tola | 76700.00 |
Silver | 1 tola | 720.00 |
Update : 2020-03-25
Source: Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers' Association
Petrol | 1 Liter | 106.00 |
Diesel | 1 Liter | 95.00 |
Kerosene | 1 Liter | 95.00 |
LP Gas | 1 Cylinder | 1375.00 |
Update : 2020-03-25