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The event is jointly organized by Nanglo Café and Carlsberg. Oktoberfest is Germany’s 16-day Bavarian tradition of beer drinking. The festival will run from 21 September to 6 October.</div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-30', 'modified' => '2013-10-01', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'Nanglo Café and Bar at Durbarmarg is celebrating Oktoberfest 2013. 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Sadichha Shrestha, former Miss Nepal and brand ambassador of Sabah Nepal was also present at the event. </div> <div> </div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-30', 'modified' => '2013-10-01', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'The Village Cafe organized an event named ‘Indrajatra Food and Fashion Galore On the occasion of Indrajatra', 'sortorder' => '1764', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '0000-00-00 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '0' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '1827', 'article_category_id' => '99', 'title' => 'Qatar Partners With British Airways On Frequent Flyer Programme', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => null, 'content' => '<div> </div> <div> Qatar Airways has announced an immediate partnership with British Airways between the airlines’ frequent flyer programmes. Qatar Airways Privilege Club members and British Airways Executive Club members are now able to earn miles, and can begin redeeming miles as of 1st October 2013 on each other’s flights. </div> <div> </div> <div> According to Qatar Airways, Privilege Club is way of thanking the customers for choosing to fly with the airline. “The benefit partnering with British Airways brings to our customers is the added opportunity to earn Qmiles,” said Akbar Al Baker, Qatar Airways Chief Executive Officer. Privilege Club members may redeem their Qmiles for award tickets, excess baggage or merchandise through Qatar Duty Free or Oryx Galleria in Doha. “This Frequent Flyer Programme partnership also gives British Airways customers an opportunity to attain credit for destinations throughout the entire Qatar Airways network,” added Al Baker. </div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-17', 'modified' => '0000-00-00', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'Qatar Airways has announced an immediate partnership with British Airways between the airlines’ frequent flyer programmes. Qatar Airways Privilege Club members and British Airways Executive Club members are now able to earn miles, and can begin redeeming miles as of 1st October 2013 on each other’s flights.', 'sortorder' => '1688', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '0000-00-00 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '0' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '1826', 'article_category_id' => '99', 'title' => 'Adhikari Wins NPGA Q-School', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => null, 'content' => '<div> </div> <div> Bikash Adhikari registered one-shot victory over Tirtha Poudel in the Surya Nepal Golf Tour NPGA Qualifying School at the par-67 Royal Nepal Golf Club on Thursday. Bikash played seven-over 74 on the final round for a total score of 18-over 219, while Tirtha shot eight-over 75 for a total of 19-over 220. </div> <div> </div> <div> Ashish Pariyar finished third at 222. Bhuwan Pudasaini was fourth at 223 and Gyanendra Bahadur Raut came fifth at 227. The top five players received pro cards for the Surya Nepal Golf Tour.</div> <div> </div> <div> Adhikari took the turn at one-over 34 that included birdies on the fifth and sixth holes. He added six-over 40 on the back nine. Second-placed Poudel played four-over 37 on the front nine and shot another four-over 38 on the back nine. Likewise, Pariyar took the turn at four-over 37 and faltered to six-over 40 on the back nine. The top three also earned Rs 5,000, Rs 4,000 and Rs 3,000 respectively.</div> <div> </div> <div> Sunil KC, Sujan Roka, Surya Manandhar, Shiva Ram Poudel and Bhimsen Chaulagain came in top 10. A total of 22 players, including NPGA President Rabindra Man Shrestha took part in the three-day tournament played over 54 holes.</div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-17', 'modified' => '0000-00-00', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'Bikash Adhikari registered one-shot victory over Tirtha Poudel in the Surya Nepal Golf Tour NPGA Qualifying School at the par-67 Royal Nepal Golf Club on Thursday. 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The decision was made earlier by the 187th Meeting of Executive Committee of NTB on July 15, 2013. </div> <div> </div> <div> In the verdict, Sharma also revoked the decision made by Appellate Court Patan on August 25, 2013. The Appellate Court had ordered NTB Executive Committee not to implement its decision to appoint Nirola as the Acting CEO. With this decision, Nirola now becomes the Acting CEO of NTB. With this appoint, he has now also become the Member Secretary of NTB.</div> <div> </div> <div> Prior to this, Nirola had been working in the capacity of Officiating Chief Executive Officer of NTB. Nirola joined NTB as a Director in 2000 and was the senior most Directors prior to being appointed as Officiating CEO.</div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-17', 'modified' => '0000-00-00', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'The single bench of Acting Chief Justice of Supreme Court Damodar Prasad Sharma upheld the decision to appoint Subash Nirola as Nepal Tourism Board’s Acting CEO last Monday. 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Jointly organized by Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (RCCI) and Embassy of Pakistan in Kathmandu, the exhibition is focused on showcasing various Pakistani products </div> <div> in Nepal.</div> <div> </div> <div> Inaugurating the exhibition, Minister of Finance, Shankar Koirala stressed on the necessity of expansion of bilateral relations between Nepal and Pakistan. “Nepal and Pakistan share very cordial relations, but the trade volume between these countries is still very low,” Koirala added. </div> <div> </div> <div> “These sorts of event will help to renew and optimize our bilateral relations and we promise to organize such programmes in Pakistan with collaboration with the private sector of Nepal.” Koirala said. </div> <div> </div> <div> The seven-day (September 11-17) long expo has 45 stalls showcasing Pakistani products like wooden furniture, textile products, garments, leather jackets, footwear, artificial jewelries and handicrafts among others. </div> <div> </div> <div> Arshed Saud Khosa, Ambassador of Pakistan to Nepal said that this exhibition is a good opportunity to introduce new products to large number of people and it helps in enhancing the goodwill between two countries which is the main reason behind this exhibition. </div> <div> </div> <div> Calling upon the Nepali business community to organize such events in Pakistan, ambassador Khosa said, </div> <div> “We look forward to develop continuous business exchange between two countries.”</div> <div> </div> <div> Himalaya SJB Rana, Chairman of Pakistan-Nepal Federation said that the exemplary relation between two nations has yet to be turned to an exemplary trade relationships. Former Ambassador of Nepal to Pakistan, Bal Bhadra Kunwar also emphasized on the importance of the exhibition. Kunwar said that Nepal is looking forward for the Pakistani investors to come to invest in Nepal and further extend the trade relations to a greater height.</div> <div> </div> <div> There are 45 stalls and more than a group of 75 businessmen from Pakistan participating in the fair. The fair is expecting around 70, 000 visitors.</div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-17', 'modified' => '0000-00-00', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'The fourth edition of Made in Pakistan exhibition kicked off on Wednesday in the capital at United World Trade Centre, Tripureshwor. 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According to the Airline, the additional flights build on the success of the existing service, driven by the demand from business and leisure travellers and will strengthen the already strong ties between Nepal and the UAE.</div> <div> </div> <div> <img alt="Tourist Arrival" src="/userfiles/images/etihad(1).jpg" style="width: 550px; height: 127px; margin-left: 25px; margin-right: 25px;" /></div> <div> </div> <div> The new services will be operated by A320 aircraft fitted with 16 Pearl Business Class seats and 120 Economy Class seats. The double daily services enhance the connectivity over the airline’s Abu Dhabi hub to key destinations in Europe, Middle East and GCC. </div> <div> </div> <div> “The addition of the new flights will further strengthen commercial and cultural ties between Nepal and the UAE and will lead to continued strong growth in traffic flows between Kathmandu, Abu Dhabi and beyond to many key destinations across our global network,” said Kevin Knight, Etihad Airways’ Chief Strategy and Planning Officer.</div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-09', 'modified' => '0000-00-00', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'Etihad Airways will increase its Abu Dhabi-Kathmandu service from seven flights per week to a double daily schedule from November 1, 2013.', 'sortorder' => '1646', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '0000-00-00 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '0' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '1784', 'article_category_id' => '99', 'title' => 'Soaltee Crowne Plaza Wins Today's Traveller Award', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => null, 'content' => '<div> <img alt="Soaltee Crowne Plaza wins Today's Traveller Award" src="/userfiles/images/slt(2).jpg" style="float: right; margin: 0px 0px 0px 10px;width: 250px; height: 302px;" />Soaltee Crowne Plaza, Kathmandu has won Today’s Traveller Award 2013 for the Best International Business Hotel. The award ceremony was held in New Delhi on August 30 at the Taj Palace Hotel, and was attended by known personalities from hotel industry, travel trade, airlines and media. Oscar Fernandes, Minister of Road Transport and Highways, Government of India, presented the award to Nalin Mandiratta, General Manager of the hotel. </div> <div> </div> <div> Today's Traveller Award is India's one of the most respected travel and tourism industry awards. The award was incorporated in 2007 with an objective of recognizing exceptional achievers and contributors in the hospitality, travel and tourism industry.</div> <div> </div> <div> Soaltee Crowne Plaza Kathmandu is well known for its state-of-the-art facilities and world class amenities, has received numerous awards and recognition in the past for its excellent services.</div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-09', 'modified' => '0000-00-00', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'Soaltee Crowne Plaza, Kathmandu has won Today’s Traveller Award 2013 for the Best International Business Hotel.', 'sortorder' => '1645', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '0000-00-00 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '0' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '1783', 'article_category_id' => '99', 'title' => 'August Sees Increase In International Tourist Arrivals', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => null, 'content' => '<div> The figures released by Immigration Office, Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) reveal that visitor arrivals in the month of August 2013, compared to the same month last year, have increased by 6.34. per cent to 47,397. </div> <div> </div> <div> In aggregate, the South Asian segment has registered positive growth of 10. per cent. Arrivals from Bangladesh, Pakistan and Sri Lanka have increased by 83.14 per cent, 36.92 per cent and 59.64 per cent respectively. India which constitutes the major market of Nepal, has recorded negative growth of 1.67 per cent. Arrivals from Asia (other than South Asia) have recorded positive growth of 21.92 per cent in aggregate. The visitor arrivals from China increased by 21.50 per cent compared to the same month last year. Similarly, the arrivals from Japan and Singapore and Malaysia have also increased by 34.54 per cent, 51.66 per cent and 73.89 per cent respectively. However, Thailand saw decline of 8.53 per cent.</div> <div> </div> <div> An overall negative growth of 17.37 per cent has been observed from the European markets. Arrivals from markets such as the UK, Germany, and France are up by 2.22 per cent, 10.38 per cent, and 2.45 per cent respectively. However, arrivals from Spain, Italy and the Netherlands have declined by 9.53 per cent, 50.56 per cent, 3.95 per cent respectively compared to the same month last year.</div> <div> </div> <div> Tourist arrivals from Australia, Canada and the USA have increased by 39.23 per cent, 6.78 per cent and 16.05 per cent respectively. However, arrivals from New Zealand have decreased by 3.64 per cent. A total of 59,335 foreign tourists departed from TIA in August 2013. The number of Nepalis arrivals stood at 62,200 while 75,200 Nepalis departed from TIA in August 2013.</div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-09', 'modified' => '0000-00-00', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'The figures released by Immigration Office, Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) reveal that visitor arrivals in the month of August 2013, compared to the same month last year, have increased by 6.34. per cent to 47,397.', 'sortorder' => '1644', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '0000-00-00 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '0' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '1782', 'article_category_id' => '99', 'title' => '‘Naturally Nepal Evening’ In New Delhi', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => null, 'content' => '<div> </div> <div> Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) organized ‘Naturally Nepal Evening’ at New Delhi on 30 Aug 2013, a programme focused towards press and tour operators. Subash Niroula, Acting Chief Executive Officer, NTB expressed that by organizing such kind of programmes, NTB is looking at actively promoting Nepal in India. He viewed ‘Naturally Nepal Evening’ as a platform to reinforce and build relationships with prospective and current Indian partners. He further reiterated that Nepal is looking to tap the Indian market by being more reachable, regular and proactive with the Indian travel trade and media as well. </div> <div> </div> <div> Bishnu Prasad Lamsal, Minister (Economic), Nepal Embassy in India said that the event has created a platform to discuss on tourism prospects between Nepal and India and further strengthen economic diplomacy. On the occasion, Subash Goyal, President of Indian Association of Tour Operators opined that Nepal has tremendous advantages in terms of non-requirement of visa, easily acceptable currencies, similar culture and no language barriers. </div> <div> </div> <div> The Nepalese private sector tour operators opined that participation at this particular programme provided them with a number of inquiries for Nepal and they hope they can convert the same to strong business ties. </div> <div> </div> <div> Other dignitaries in the event included Yogesh Srivastav, Senior Secretary of PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry, India; Gour Kanjilal, Executive Director of Indian Association of Tour Operators and Kumkum Manaktala, Head of Tourism -Confederation of Indian Industry. </div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-09', 'modified' => '0000-00-00', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) organized ‘Naturally Nepal Evening’ at New Delhi on 30 Aug 2013, a programme focused towards press and tour operators.', 'sortorder' => '1643', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '0000-00-00 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '0' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '1756', 'article_category_id' => '99', 'title' => 'Etihad Airways Expands ‘Businessconnect’ Across The Globe', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => null, 'content' => '<div> </div> <div> Etihad Airways has extended BusinessConnect, its loyalty program for businesses, to 11 new markets including Bahrain, Belarus, Kuwait, Lebanon, Malaysia, Nepal, the Netherlands, Oman, the Philippines, Qatar and Thailand. The mileage earning program is targeted at the Small to Medium-Sized Enterprise (SME) sector, offering opportunities and benefits for companies who fly with Etihad Airways.</div> <div> </div> <div> As part of the guest loyalty program, registered BusinessConnect customers are able to earn Etihad Guest Miles every time one of their employees takes a flight. Etihad Guest Miles can be earned on all Etihad Airways tickets booked on etihad.com, through Etihad Contact Centres, or by appointed travel agents. There are also no blackout periods when redeeming miles against upgrades, free flights, or the thousands of products from the Etihad Guest Reward Shop. The points can even be converted to cash via PointsPay to spend at thirty million outlets worldwide.</div> <div> </div> <div> Also, Etihad Cargo, part of Etihad Airways, has posted record monthly uplift figures for July of 45,000 tonnes, a 37 per cent increase on the same month in 2012.“Over the past 12 months we’ve strengthened our global cargo business, expanded operations across new and existing trade lanes and seen demand continue to grow,” said Etihad Airways’ Chief Strategy and Planning Officer, Kevin Knight. The figures for July were driven largely by increases in key export markets such as India, Hong Kong and China and demand into the Middle East for foodstuffs ahead of the Holy Month of Ramadan, predominately from The Netherlands, says a press statement from the airways.</div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-04', 'modified' => '0000-00-00', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'Etihad Airways has extended BusinessConnect, its loyalty program for businesses, to 11 new markets including Bahrain, Belarus, Kuwait, Lebanon, Malaysia, Nepal, the Netherlands, Oman, the Philippines, Qatar and Thailand.', 'sortorder' => '1617', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '0000-00-00 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '0' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '1755', 'article_category_id' => '99', 'title' => 'View Tower Constructed At Pumdi-Bhumdi', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => null, 'content' => '<div> </div> <div> A three-storied view tower is constructed at Pumdi-Bhumdi VDC neighbouring the tourist city of Pokhara. The VDC is at an altitude of 1500 metres from the sea level. The tower is constructed with an investment of Rs 6.4 million. The tower offers the view of Pokhara city, Phewa Lake, Lekhnath, Sarangkot, Pame, World Peace Stupa and some parts of Syangja, Parbat and Tanahun districts. Similarly, Machhapuchre, Annapurna, and Dhaulagiri mountains can also be viewed from the tower.</div> <div> </div> <div> The tower is constructed with the financial support from District Technical Office, Pokhara and Ministry of Peace and Re-Construction. Pumdi-Bhumdi lately is developing as an attraction for tourists. </div> <div> </div> <div> According to Umanath Baral, vice-president of Pumdikot Viewtower Construction Committee, the tower will be a renowned landmark of Pokhara. Baral also informed that a master plan has been made to develop Pumdi-Bhumdi as a popular tourist destination. The master pan includes the construction of this view tower, trekking trails, conference halls, cottages and roads.</div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-04', 'modified' => '0000-00-00', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'A three-storied view tower is constructed at Pumdi-Bhumdi VDC neighbouring the tourist city of Pokhara.', 'sortorder' => '1616', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '0000-00-00 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '0' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '1754', 'article_category_id' => '99', 'title' => 'Singapore’s National Day Celebrated', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => null, 'content' => '<div> Nepal-Singapore Friendship Society organized Singapore Day on 26 August at Hotel Annapurna to celebrate Singapore’s 48th National Day. The programme was attended by diplomats, former ambassadors and professional from different walks of life. The event also witnessed the felicitation of the Society by Special Olympics Nepal Chapter. Two Special Olympics gold-medalists presented the President and Vice President with tokens of appreciation for the Society’s support to the organization. </div> <div> </div> <div> Nepal and Singapore both have enjoyed cordial relationship since 1969 when diplomatic relations were established, and since then, numerous bilateral co-operations have taken place over the years. Nepal-Singapore Friendship Society was established in 2011, to further strengthen the relation, and to bring together people in areas of education, culture, tourism, commerce and technology transfer. </div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-04', 'modified' => '0000-00-00', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'Nepal-Singapore Friendship Society organized Singapore Day on 26 August at Hotel Annapurna to celebrate Singapore’s 48th National Day.', 'sortorder' => '1615', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '0000-00-00 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '0' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '1753', 'article_category_id' => '99', 'title' => 'Father’s Day Specials At Annapurna', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => null, 'content' => '<div> Hotel Annapurna is offering exclusive varieties of cakes and Indian sweets, including sugar-free ones, from its Cake Shop on September 4 and 5 to celebrate Father’s Day. The Cake Shop is offering a 15 per cent discount on customized photo cakes exclusively for Father’s Day including 10 per cent discount on Indian sweets. In addition, all three of the hotel’s outlets namely the Arniko Room, Ghar-e-Kabab, and the Coffee Shop will offer 15 per cent discount on food and drinks on Father’s Day.</div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-04', 'modified' => '0000-00-00', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'Hotel Annapurna is offering exclusive varieties of cakes and Indian sweets, including sugar-free ones, from its Cake Shop on September 4 and 5 to celebrate Father’s Day.', 'sortorder' => '1614', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '0000-00-00 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '0' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '1752', 'article_category_id' => '99', 'title' => 'Qatar’s Agents Award Night 2012-2013 Celebrated', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => null, 'content' => '<div> Qatar Airways organized Agents Award Night 2012 – 2013 on 29 August in Kathmandu. Qatar Airways travel trade partners, Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN) and Ministry of Tourism and Civil Aviation (MOTCA) members among others were present in the event. A total of three trophies and 18 certificates were awarded in various categories by Chief Guest Sushil Ghimire, Secretary MOTCA and CAAN, Ratish Chandra Lal Suman, CAAN DG and Qatar Embassy Counsellor M Abdul Nasser Abu Alfain. 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The event is jointly organized by Nanglo Café and Carlsberg. Oktoberfest is Germany’s 16-day Bavarian tradition of beer drinking. The festival will run from 21 September to 6 October.</div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-30', 'modified' => '2013-10-01', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'Nanglo Café and Bar at Durbarmarg is celebrating Oktoberfest 2013. The event is jointly organized by Nanglo Café and Carlsberg.', 'sortorder' => '1765', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '0000-00-00 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '0' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '1906', 'article_category_id' => '99', 'title' => 'Indrajatra Celebrated At The Village Cafe', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => null, 'content' => '<div> </div> <div> The Village Cafe organized an event named ‘Indrajatra Food and Fashion Galore On the occasion of Indrajatra. The event featured live traditional band, Lakhey dance, exhibition of fashion products from SAARC countries and Newari food with special 15 dish Newari feast. Sadichha Shrestha, former Miss Nepal and brand ambassador of Sabah Nepal was also present at the event. </div> <div> </div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-30', 'modified' => '2013-10-01', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'The Village Cafe organized an event named ‘Indrajatra Food and Fashion Galore On the occasion of Indrajatra', 'sortorder' => '1764', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '0000-00-00 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '0' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '1827', 'article_category_id' => '99', 'title' => 'Qatar Partners With British Airways On Frequent Flyer Programme', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => null, 'content' => '<div> </div> <div> Qatar Airways has announced an immediate partnership with British Airways between the airlines’ frequent flyer programmes. Qatar Airways Privilege Club members and British Airways Executive Club members are now able to earn miles, and can begin redeeming miles as of 1st October 2013 on each other’s flights. </div> <div> </div> <div> According to Qatar Airways, Privilege Club is way of thanking the customers for choosing to fly with the airline. “The benefit partnering with British Airways brings to our customers is the added opportunity to earn Qmiles,” said Akbar Al Baker, Qatar Airways Chief Executive Officer. Privilege Club members may redeem their Qmiles for award tickets, excess baggage or merchandise through Qatar Duty Free or Oryx Galleria in Doha. “This Frequent Flyer Programme partnership also gives British Airways customers an opportunity to attain credit for destinations throughout the entire Qatar Airways network,” added Al Baker. </div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-17', 'modified' => '0000-00-00', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'Qatar Airways has announced an immediate partnership with British Airways between the airlines’ frequent flyer programmes. Qatar Airways Privilege Club members and British Airways Executive Club members are now able to earn miles, and can begin redeeming miles as of 1st October 2013 on each other’s flights.', 'sortorder' => '1688', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '0000-00-00 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '0' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '1826', 'article_category_id' => '99', 'title' => 'Adhikari Wins NPGA Q-School', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => null, 'content' => '<div> </div> <div> Bikash Adhikari registered one-shot victory over Tirtha Poudel in the Surya Nepal Golf Tour NPGA Qualifying School at the par-67 Royal Nepal Golf Club on Thursday. Bikash played seven-over 74 on the final round for a total score of 18-over 219, while Tirtha shot eight-over 75 for a total of 19-over 220. </div> <div> </div> <div> Ashish Pariyar finished third at 222. Bhuwan Pudasaini was fourth at 223 and Gyanendra Bahadur Raut came fifth at 227. The top five players received pro cards for the Surya Nepal Golf Tour.</div> <div> </div> <div> Adhikari took the turn at one-over 34 that included birdies on the fifth and sixth holes. He added six-over 40 on the back nine. Second-placed Poudel played four-over 37 on the front nine and shot another four-over 38 on the back nine. Likewise, Pariyar took the turn at four-over 37 and faltered to six-over 40 on the back nine. The top three also earned Rs 5,000, Rs 4,000 and Rs 3,000 respectively.</div> <div> </div> <div> Sunil KC, Sujan Roka, Surya Manandhar, Shiva Ram Poudel and Bhimsen Chaulagain came in top 10. A total of 22 players, including NPGA President Rabindra Man Shrestha took part in the three-day tournament played over 54 holes.</div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-17', 'modified' => '0000-00-00', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'Bikash Adhikari registered one-shot victory over Tirtha Poudel in the Surya Nepal Golf Tour NPGA Qualifying School at the par-67 Royal Nepal Golf Club on Thursday. Bikash played seven-over 74 on the final round for a total score of 18-over 219, while Tirtha shot eight-over 75 for a total of 19-over 220.', 'sortorder' => '1687', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '0000-00-00 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '0' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '1825', 'article_category_id' => '99', 'title' => 'SC Upholds Nirola As NTB’s Acting CEO', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => null, 'content' => '<div> <img alt="Subash Nirola" src="/userfiles/images/ntb%20(Copy).jpg" style="float: right; margin: 0px 0px 0px 10px; width: 150px; height: 191px;" />The single bench of Acting Chief Justice of Supreme Court Damodar Prasad Sharma upheld the decision to appoint Subash Nirola as Nepal Tourism Board’s Acting CEO last Monday. The decision was made earlier by the 187th Meeting of Executive Committee of NTB on July 15, 2013. </div> <div> </div> <div> In the verdict, Sharma also revoked the decision made by Appellate Court Patan on August 25, 2013. The Appellate Court had ordered NTB Executive Committee not to implement its decision to appoint Nirola as the Acting CEO. With this decision, Nirola now becomes the Acting CEO of NTB. With this appoint, he has now also become the Member Secretary of NTB.</div> <div> </div> <div> Prior to this, Nirola had been working in the capacity of Officiating Chief Executive Officer of NTB. Nirola joined NTB as a Director in 2000 and was the senior most Directors prior to being appointed as Officiating CEO.</div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-17', 'modified' => '0000-00-00', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'The single bench of Acting Chief Justice of Supreme Court Damodar Prasad Sharma upheld the decision to appoint Subash Nirola as Nepal Tourism Board’s Acting CEO last Monday. The decision was made earlier by the 187th Meeting of Executive Committee of NTB on July 15, 2013.', 'sortorder' => '1686', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '0000-00-00 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '0' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '1824', 'article_category_id' => '99', 'title' => 'Made-in-Pakistan Exhibition Kicks Off', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => null, 'content' => '<div> </div> <div> <strong>--By TC Correspondent </strong></div> <div> </div> <div> The fourth edition of Made in Pakistan exhibition kicked off on Wednesday in the capital at United World Trade Centre, Tripureshwor. Jointly organized by Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (RCCI) and Embassy of Pakistan in Kathmandu, the exhibition is focused on showcasing various Pakistani products </div> <div> in Nepal.</div> <div> </div> <div> Inaugurating the exhibition, Minister of Finance, Shankar Koirala stressed on the necessity of expansion of bilateral relations between Nepal and Pakistan. “Nepal and Pakistan share very cordial relations, but the trade volume between these countries is still very low,” Koirala added. </div> <div> </div> <div> “These sorts of event will help to renew and optimize our bilateral relations and we promise to organize such programmes in Pakistan with collaboration with the private sector of Nepal.” Koirala said. </div> <div> </div> <div> The seven-day (September 11-17) long expo has 45 stalls showcasing Pakistani products like wooden furniture, textile products, garments, leather jackets, footwear, artificial jewelries and handicrafts among others. </div> <div> </div> <div> Arshed Saud Khosa, Ambassador of Pakistan to Nepal said that this exhibition is a good opportunity to introduce new products to large number of people and it helps in enhancing the goodwill between two countries which is the main reason behind this exhibition. </div> <div> </div> <div> Calling upon the Nepali business community to organize such events in Pakistan, ambassador Khosa said, </div> <div> “We look forward to develop continuous business exchange between two countries.”</div> <div> </div> <div> Himalaya SJB Rana, Chairman of Pakistan-Nepal Federation said that the exemplary relation between two nations has yet to be turned to an exemplary trade relationships. Former Ambassador of Nepal to Pakistan, Bal Bhadra Kunwar also emphasized on the importance of the exhibition. Kunwar said that Nepal is looking forward for the Pakistani investors to come to invest in Nepal and further extend the trade relations to a greater height.</div> <div> </div> <div> There are 45 stalls and more than a group of 75 businessmen from Pakistan participating in the fair. The fair is expecting around 70, 000 visitors.</div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-17', 'modified' => '0000-00-00', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'The fourth edition of Made in Pakistan exhibition kicked off on Wednesday in the capital at United World Trade Centre, Tripureshwor. Jointly organized by Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (RCCI) and Embassy of Pakistan in Kathmandu, the exhibition is focused on showcasing various Pakistani products in Nepal.', 'sortorder' => '1685', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '0000-00-00 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '0' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '1785', 'article_category_id' => '99', 'title' => 'Etihad Airways Increases Flights To Kathmandu', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => null, 'content' => '<div> Etihad Airways will increase its Abu Dhabi-Kathmandu service from seven flights per week to a double daily schedule from November 1, 2013. According to the Airline, the additional flights build on the success of the existing service, driven by the demand from business and leisure travellers and will strengthen the already strong ties between Nepal and the UAE.</div> <div> </div> <div> <img alt="Tourist Arrival" src="/userfiles/images/etihad(1).jpg" style="width: 550px; height: 127px; margin-left: 25px; margin-right: 25px;" /></div> <div> </div> <div> The new services will be operated by A320 aircraft fitted with 16 Pearl Business Class seats and 120 Economy Class seats. The double daily services enhance the connectivity over the airline’s Abu Dhabi hub to key destinations in Europe, Middle East and GCC. </div> <div> </div> <div> “The addition of the new flights will further strengthen commercial and cultural ties between Nepal and the UAE and will lead to continued strong growth in traffic flows between Kathmandu, Abu Dhabi and beyond to many key destinations across our global network,” said Kevin Knight, Etihad Airways’ Chief Strategy and Planning Officer.</div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-09', 'modified' => '0000-00-00', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'Etihad Airways will increase its Abu Dhabi-Kathmandu service from seven flights per week to a double daily schedule from November 1, 2013.', 'sortorder' => '1646', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '0000-00-00 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '0' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '1784', 'article_category_id' => '99', 'title' => 'Soaltee Crowne Plaza Wins Today's Traveller Award', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => null, 'content' => '<div> <img alt="Soaltee Crowne Plaza wins Today's Traveller Award" src="/userfiles/images/slt(2).jpg" style="float: right; margin: 0px 0px 0px 10px;width: 250px; height: 302px;" />Soaltee Crowne Plaza, Kathmandu has won Today’s Traveller Award 2013 for the Best International Business Hotel. The award ceremony was held in New Delhi on August 30 at the Taj Palace Hotel, and was attended by known personalities from hotel industry, travel trade, airlines and media. Oscar Fernandes, Minister of Road Transport and Highways, Government of India, presented the award to Nalin Mandiratta, General Manager of the hotel. </div> <div> </div> <div> Today's Traveller Award is India's one of the most respected travel and tourism industry awards. The award was incorporated in 2007 with an objective of recognizing exceptional achievers and contributors in the hospitality, travel and tourism industry.</div> <div> </div> <div> Soaltee Crowne Plaza Kathmandu is well known for its state-of-the-art facilities and world class amenities, has received numerous awards and recognition in the past for its excellent services.</div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-09', 'modified' => '0000-00-00', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'Soaltee Crowne Plaza, Kathmandu has won Today’s Traveller Award 2013 for the Best International Business Hotel.', 'sortorder' => '1645', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '0000-00-00 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '0' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '1783', 'article_category_id' => '99', 'title' => 'August Sees Increase In International Tourist Arrivals', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => null, 'content' => '<div> The figures released by Immigration Office, Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) reveal that visitor arrivals in the month of August 2013, compared to the same month last year, have increased by 6.34. per cent to 47,397. </div> <div> </div> <div> In aggregate, the South Asian segment has registered positive growth of 10. per cent. Arrivals from Bangladesh, Pakistan and Sri Lanka have increased by 83.14 per cent, 36.92 per cent and 59.64 per cent respectively. India which constitutes the major market of Nepal, has recorded negative growth of 1.67 per cent. Arrivals from Asia (other than South Asia) have recorded positive growth of 21.92 per cent in aggregate. The visitor arrivals from China increased by 21.50 per cent compared to the same month last year. Similarly, the arrivals from Japan and Singapore and Malaysia have also increased by 34.54 per cent, 51.66 per cent and 73.89 per cent respectively. However, Thailand saw decline of 8.53 per cent.</div> <div> </div> <div> An overall negative growth of 17.37 per cent has been observed from the European markets. Arrivals from markets such as the UK, Germany, and France are up by 2.22 per cent, 10.38 per cent, and 2.45 per cent respectively. However, arrivals from Spain, Italy and the Netherlands have declined by 9.53 per cent, 50.56 per cent, 3.95 per cent respectively compared to the same month last year.</div> <div> </div> <div> Tourist arrivals from Australia, Canada and the USA have increased by 39.23 per cent, 6.78 per cent and 16.05 per cent respectively. However, arrivals from New Zealand have decreased by 3.64 per cent. A total of 59,335 foreign tourists departed from TIA in August 2013. The number of Nepalis arrivals stood at 62,200 while 75,200 Nepalis departed from TIA in August 2013.</div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-09', 'modified' => '0000-00-00', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'The figures released by Immigration Office, Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) reveal that visitor arrivals in the month of August 2013, compared to the same month last year, have increased by 6.34. per cent to 47,397.', 'sortorder' => '1644', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '0000-00-00 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '0' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '1782', 'article_category_id' => '99', 'title' => '‘Naturally Nepal Evening’ In New Delhi', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => null, 'content' => '<div> </div> <div> Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) organized ‘Naturally Nepal Evening’ at New Delhi on 30 Aug 2013, a programme focused towards press and tour operators. Subash Niroula, Acting Chief Executive Officer, NTB expressed that by organizing such kind of programmes, NTB is looking at actively promoting Nepal in India. He viewed ‘Naturally Nepal Evening’ as a platform to reinforce and build relationships with prospective and current Indian partners. He further reiterated that Nepal is looking to tap the Indian market by being more reachable, regular and proactive with the Indian travel trade and media as well. </div> <div> </div> <div> Bishnu Prasad Lamsal, Minister (Economic), Nepal Embassy in India said that the event has created a platform to discuss on tourism prospects between Nepal and India and further strengthen economic diplomacy. On the occasion, Subash Goyal, President of Indian Association of Tour Operators opined that Nepal has tremendous advantages in terms of non-requirement of visa, easily acceptable currencies, similar culture and no language barriers. </div> <div> </div> <div> The Nepalese private sector tour operators opined that participation at this particular programme provided them with a number of inquiries for Nepal and they hope they can convert the same to strong business ties. </div> <div> </div> <div> Other dignitaries in the event included Yogesh Srivastav, Senior Secretary of PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry, India; Gour Kanjilal, Executive Director of Indian Association of Tour Operators and Kumkum Manaktala, Head of Tourism -Confederation of Indian Industry. </div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-09', 'modified' => '0000-00-00', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) organized ‘Naturally Nepal Evening’ at New Delhi on 30 Aug 2013, a programme focused towards press and tour operators.', 'sortorder' => '1643', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '0000-00-00 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '0' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '1756', 'article_category_id' => '99', 'title' => 'Etihad Airways Expands ‘Businessconnect’ Across The Globe', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => null, 'content' => '<div> </div> <div> Etihad Airways has extended BusinessConnect, its loyalty program for businesses, to 11 new markets including Bahrain, Belarus, Kuwait, Lebanon, Malaysia, Nepal, the Netherlands, Oman, the Philippines, Qatar and Thailand. The mileage earning program is targeted at the Small to Medium-Sized Enterprise (SME) sector, offering opportunities and benefits for companies who fly with Etihad Airways.</div> <div> </div> <div> As part of the guest loyalty program, registered BusinessConnect customers are able to earn Etihad Guest Miles every time one of their employees takes a flight. Etihad Guest Miles can be earned on all Etihad Airways tickets booked on etihad.com, through Etihad Contact Centres, or by appointed travel agents. There are also no blackout periods when redeeming miles against upgrades, free flights, or the thousands of products from the Etihad Guest Reward Shop. The points can even be converted to cash via PointsPay to spend at thirty million outlets worldwide.</div> <div> </div> <div> Also, Etihad Cargo, part of Etihad Airways, has posted record monthly uplift figures for July of 45,000 tonnes, a 37 per cent increase on the same month in 2012.“Over the past 12 months we’ve strengthened our global cargo business, expanded operations across new and existing trade lanes and seen demand continue to grow,” said Etihad Airways’ Chief Strategy and Planning Officer, Kevin Knight. The figures for July were driven largely by increases in key export markets such as India, Hong Kong and China and demand into the Middle East for foodstuffs ahead of the Holy Month of Ramadan, predominately from The Netherlands, says a press statement from the airways.</div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-04', 'modified' => '0000-00-00', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'Etihad Airways has extended BusinessConnect, its loyalty program for businesses, to 11 new markets including Bahrain, Belarus, Kuwait, Lebanon, Malaysia, Nepal, the Netherlands, Oman, the Philippines, Qatar and Thailand.', 'sortorder' => '1617', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '0000-00-00 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '0' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '1755', 'article_category_id' => '99', 'title' => 'View Tower Constructed At Pumdi-Bhumdi', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => null, 'content' => '<div> </div> <div> A three-storied view tower is constructed at Pumdi-Bhumdi VDC neighbouring the tourist city of Pokhara. The VDC is at an altitude of 1500 metres from the sea level. The tower is constructed with an investment of Rs 6.4 million. The tower offers the view of Pokhara city, Phewa Lake, Lekhnath, Sarangkot, Pame, World Peace Stupa and some parts of Syangja, Parbat and Tanahun districts. Similarly, Machhapuchre, Annapurna, and Dhaulagiri mountains can also be viewed from the tower.</div> <div> </div> <div> The tower is constructed with the financial support from District Technical Office, Pokhara and Ministry of Peace and Re-Construction. Pumdi-Bhumdi lately is developing as an attraction for tourists. </div> <div> </div> <div> According to Umanath Baral, vice-president of Pumdikot Viewtower Construction Committee, the tower will be a renowned landmark of Pokhara. Baral also informed that a master plan has been made to develop Pumdi-Bhumdi as a popular tourist destination. The master pan includes the construction of this view tower, trekking trails, conference halls, cottages and roads.</div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-04', 'modified' => '0000-00-00', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'A three-storied view tower is constructed at Pumdi-Bhumdi VDC neighbouring the tourist city of Pokhara.', 'sortorder' => '1616', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '0000-00-00 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '0' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '1754', 'article_category_id' => '99', 'title' => 'Singapore’s National Day Celebrated', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => null, 'content' => '<div> Nepal-Singapore Friendship Society organized Singapore Day on 26 August at Hotel Annapurna to celebrate Singapore’s 48th National Day. The programme was attended by diplomats, former ambassadors and professional from different walks of life. The event also witnessed the felicitation of the Society by Special Olympics Nepal Chapter. Two Special Olympics gold-medalists presented the President and Vice President with tokens of appreciation for the Society’s support to the organization. </div> <div> </div> <div> Nepal and Singapore both have enjoyed cordial relationship since 1969 when diplomatic relations were established, and since then, numerous bilateral co-operations have taken place over the years. Nepal-Singapore Friendship Society was established in 2011, to further strengthen the relation, and to bring together people in areas of education, culture, tourism, commerce and technology transfer. </div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-04', 'modified' => '0000-00-00', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'Nepal-Singapore Friendship Society organized Singapore Day on 26 August at Hotel Annapurna to celebrate Singapore’s 48th National Day.', 'sortorder' => '1615', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '0000-00-00 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '0' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '1753', 'article_category_id' => '99', 'title' => 'Father’s Day Specials At Annapurna', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => null, 'content' => '<div> Hotel Annapurna is offering exclusive varieties of cakes and Indian sweets, including sugar-free ones, from its Cake Shop on September 4 and 5 to celebrate Father’s Day. The Cake Shop is offering a 15 per cent discount on customized photo cakes exclusively for Father’s Day including 10 per cent discount on Indian sweets. In addition, all three of the hotel’s outlets namely the Arniko Room, Ghar-e-Kabab, and the Coffee Shop will offer 15 per cent discount on food and drinks on Father’s Day.</div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-04', 'modified' => '0000-00-00', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'Hotel Annapurna is offering exclusive varieties of cakes and Indian sweets, including sugar-free ones, from its Cake Shop on September 4 and 5 to celebrate Father’s Day.', 'sortorder' => '1614', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '0000-00-00 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '0' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '1752', 'article_category_id' => '99', 'title' => 'Qatar’s Agents Award Night 2012-2013 Celebrated', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => null, 'content' => '<div> Qatar Airways organized Agents Award Night 2012 – 2013 on 29 August in Kathmandu. Qatar Airways travel trade partners, Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN) and Ministry of Tourism and Civil Aviation (MOTCA) members among others were present in the event. A total of three trophies and 18 certificates were awarded in various categories by Chief Guest Sushil Ghimire, Secretary MOTCA and CAAN, Ratish Chandra Lal Suman, CAAN DG and Qatar Embassy Counsellor M Abdul Nasser Abu Alfain. 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The event is jointly organized by Nanglo Café and Carlsberg. Oktoberfest is Germany’s 16-day Bavarian tradition of beer drinking. The festival will run from 21 September to 6 October.</div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-30', 'modified' => '2013-10-01', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'Nanglo Café and Bar at Durbarmarg is celebrating Oktoberfest 2013. The event is jointly organized by Nanglo Café and Carlsberg.', 'sortorder' => '1765', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '0000-00-00 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '0' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '1906', 'article_category_id' => '99', 'title' => 'Indrajatra Celebrated At The Village Cafe', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => null, 'content' => '<div> </div> <div> The Village Cafe organized an event named ‘Indrajatra Food and Fashion Galore On the occasion of Indrajatra. The event featured live traditional band, Lakhey dance, exhibition of fashion products from SAARC countries and Newari food with special 15 dish Newari feast. Sadichha Shrestha, former Miss Nepal and brand ambassador of Sabah Nepal was also present at the event. </div> <div> </div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-30', 'modified' => '2013-10-01', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'The Village Cafe organized an event named ‘Indrajatra Food and Fashion Galore On the occasion of Indrajatra', 'sortorder' => '1764', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '0000-00-00 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '0' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '1827', 'article_category_id' => '99', 'title' => 'Qatar Partners With British Airways On Frequent Flyer Programme', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => null, 'content' => '<div> </div> <div> Qatar Airways has announced an immediate partnership with British Airways between the airlines’ frequent flyer programmes. Qatar Airways Privilege Club members and British Airways Executive Club members are now able to earn miles, and can begin redeeming miles as of 1st October 2013 on each other’s flights. </div> <div> </div> <div> According to Qatar Airways, Privilege Club is way of thanking the customers for choosing to fly with the airline. “The benefit partnering with British Airways brings to our customers is the added opportunity to earn Qmiles,” said Akbar Al Baker, Qatar Airways Chief Executive Officer. Privilege Club members may redeem their Qmiles for award tickets, excess baggage or merchandise through Qatar Duty Free or Oryx Galleria in Doha. “This Frequent Flyer Programme partnership also gives British Airways customers an opportunity to attain credit for destinations throughout the entire Qatar Airways network,” added Al Baker. </div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-17', 'modified' => '0000-00-00', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'Qatar Airways has announced an immediate partnership with British Airways between the airlines’ frequent flyer programmes. Qatar Airways Privilege Club members and British Airways Executive Club members are now able to earn miles, and can begin redeeming miles as of 1st October 2013 on each other’s flights.', 'sortorder' => '1688', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '0000-00-00 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '0' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '1826', 'article_category_id' => '99', 'title' => 'Adhikari Wins NPGA Q-School', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => null, 'content' => '<div> </div> <div> Bikash Adhikari registered one-shot victory over Tirtha Poudel in the Surya Nepal Golf Tour NPGA Qualifying School at the par-67 Royal Nepal Golf Club on Thursday. Bikash played seven-over 74 on the final round for a total score of 18-over 219, while Tirtha shot eight-over 75 for a total of 19-over 220. </div> <div> </div> <div> Ashish Pariyar finished third at 222. Bhuwan Pudasaini was fourth at 223 and Gyanendra Bahadur Raut came fifth at 227. The top five players received pro cards for the Surya Nepal Golf Tour.</div> <div> </div> <div> Adhikari took the turn at one-over 34 that included birdies on the fifth and sixth holes. He added six-over 40 on the back nine. Second-placed Poudel played four-over 37 on the front nine and shot another four-over 38 on the back nine. Likewise, Pariyar took the turn at four-over 37 and faltered to six-over 40 on the back nine. The top three also earned Rs 5,000, Rs 4,000 and Rs 3,000 respectively.</div> <div> </div> <div> Sunil KC, Sujan Roka, Surya Manandhar, Shiva Ram Poudel and Bhimsen Chaulagain came in top 10. A total of 22 players, including NPGA President Rabindra Man Shrestha took part in the three-day tournament played over 54 holes.</div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-17', 'modified' => '0000-00-00', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'Bikash Adhikari registered one-shot victory over Tirtha Poudel in the Surya Nepal Golf Tour NPGA Qualifying School at the par-67 Royal Nepal Golf Club on Thursday. Bikash played seven-over 74 on the final round for a total score of 18-over 219, while Tirtha shot eight-over 75 for a total of 19-over 220.', 'sortorder' => '1687', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '0000-00-00 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '0' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '1825', 'article_category_id' => '99', 'title' => 'SC Upholds Nirola As NTB’s Acting CEO', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => null, 'content' => '<div> <img alt="Subash Nirola" src="/userfiles/images/ntb%20(Copy).jpg" style="float: right; margin: 0px 0px 0px 10px; width: 150px; height: 191px;" />The single bench of Acting Chief Justice of Supreme Court Damodar Prasad Sharma upheld the decision to appoint Subash Nirola as Nepal Tourism Board’s Acting CEO last Monday. The decision was made earlier by the 187th Meeting of Executive Committee of NTB on July 15, 2013. </div> <div> </div> <div> In the verdict, Sharma also revoked the decision made by Appellate Court Patan on August 25, 2013. The Appellate Court had ordered NTB Executive Committee not to implement its decision to appoint Nirola as the Acting CEO. With this decision, Nirola now becomes the Acting CEO of NTB. With this appoint, he has now also become the Member Secretary of NTB.</div> <div> </div> <div> Prior to this, Nirola had been working in the capacity of Officiating Chief Executive Officer of NTB. Nirola joined NTB as a Director in 2000 and was the senior most Directors prior to being appointed as Officiating CEO.</div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-17', 'modified' => '0000-00-00', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'The single bench of Acting Chief Justice of Supreme Court Damodar Prasad Sharma upheld the decision to appoint Subash Nirola as Nepal Tourism Board’s Acting CEO last Monday. The decision was made earlier by the 187th Meeting of Executive Committee of NTB on July 15, 2013.', 'sortorder' => '1686', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '0000-00-00 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '0' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '1824', 'article_category_id' => '99', 'title' => 'Made-in-Pakistan Exhibition Kicks Off', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => null, 'content' => '<div> </div> <div> <strong>--By TC Correspondent </strong></div> <div> </div> <div> The fourth edition of Made in Pakistan exhibition kicked off on Wednesday in the capital at United World Trade Centre, Tripureshwor. Jointly organized by Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (RCCI) and Embassy of Pakistan in Kathmandu, the exhibition is focused on showcasing various Pakistani products </div> <div> in Nepal.</div> <div> </div> <div> Inaugurating the exhibition, Minister of Finance, Shankar Koirala stressed on the necessity of expansion of bilateral relations between Nepal and Pakistan. “Nepal and Pakistan share very cordial relations, but the trade volume between these countries is still very low,” Koirala added. </div> <div> </div> <div> “These sorts of event will help to renew and optimize our bilateral relations and we promise to organize such programmes in Pakistan with collaboration with the private sector of Nepal.” Koirala said. </div> <div> </div> <div> The seven-day (September 11-17) long expo has 45 stalls showcasing Pakistani products like wooden furniture, textile products, garments, leather jackets, footwear, artificial jewelries and handicrafts among others. </div> <div> </div> <div> Arshed Saud Khosa, Ambassador of Pakistan to Nepal said that this exhibition is a good opportunity to introduce new products to large number of people and it helps in enhancing the goodwill between two countries which is the main reason behind this exhibition. </div> <div> </div> <div> Calling upon the Nepali business community to organize such events in Pakistan, ambassador Khosa said, </div> <div> “We look forward to develop continuous business exchange between two countries.”</div> <div> </div> <div> Himalaya SJB Rana, Chairman of Pakistan-Nepal Federation said that the exemplary relation between two nations has yet to be turned to an exemplary trade relationships. Former Ambassador of Nepal to Pakistan, Bal Bhadra Kunwar also emphasized on the importance of the exhibition. Kunwar said that Nepal is looking forward for the Pakistani investors to come to invest in Nepal and further extend the trade relations to a greater height.</div> <div> </div> <div> There are 45 stalls and more than a group of 75 businessmen from Pakistan participating in the fair. The fair is expecting around 70, 000 visitors.</div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-17', 'modified' => '0000-00-00', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'The fourth edition of Made in Pakistan exhibition kicked off on Wednesday in the capital at United World Trade Centre, Tripureshwor. Jointly organized by Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (RCCI) and Embassy of Pakistan in Kathmandu, the exhibition is focused on showcasing various Pakistani products in Nepal.', 'sortorder' => '1685', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '0000-00-00 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '0' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '1785', 'article_category_id' => '99', 'title' => 'Etihad Airways Increases Flights To Kathmandu', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => null, 'content' => '<div> Etihad Airways will increase its Abu Dhabi-Kathmandu service from seven flights per week to a double daily schedule from November 1, 2013. According to the Airline, the additional flights build on the success of the existing service, driven by the demand from business and leisure travellers and will strengthen the already strong ties between Nepal and the UAE.</div> <div> </div> <div> <img alt="Tourist Arrival" src="/userfiles/images/etihad(1).jpg" style="width: 550px; height: 127px; margin-left: 25px; margin-right: 25px;" /></div> <div> </div> <div> The new services will be operated by A320 aircraft fitted with 16 Pearl Business Class seats and 120 Economy Class seats. The double daily services enhance the connectivity over the airline’s Abu Dhabi hub to key destinations in Europe, Middle East and GCC. </div> <div> </div> <div> “The addition of the new flights will further strengthen commercial and cultural ties between Nepal and the UAE and will lead to continued strong growth in traffic flows between Kathmandu, Abu Dhabi and beyond to many key destinations across our global network,” said Kevin Knight, Etihad Airways’ Chief Strategy and Planning Officer.</div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-09', 'modified' => '0000-00-00', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'Etihad Airways will increase its Abu Dhabi-Kathmandu service from seven flights per week to a double daily schedule from November 1, 2013.', 'sortorder' => '1646', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '0000-00-00 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '0' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '1784', 'article_category_id' => '99', 'title' => 'Soaltee Crowne Plaza Wins Today's Traveller Award', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => null, 'content' => '<div> <img alt="Soaltee Crowne Plaza wins Today's Traveller Award" src="/userfiles/images/slt(2).jpg" style="float: right; margin: 0px 0px 0px 10px;width: 250px; height: 302px;" />Soaltee Crowne Plaza, Kathmandu has won Today’s Traveller Award 2013 for the Best International Business Hotel. The award ceremony was held in New Delhi on August 30 at the Taj Palace Hotel, and was attended by known personalities from hotel industry, travel trade, airlines and media. Oscar Fernandes, Minister of Road Transport and Highways, Government of India, presented the award to Nalin Mandiratta, General Manager of the hotel. </div> <div> </div> <div> Today's Traveller Award is India's one of the most respected travel and tourism industry awards. The award was incorporated in 2007 with an objective of recognizing exceptional achievers and contributors in the hospitality, travel and tourism industry.</div> <div> </div> <div> Soaltee Crowne Plaza Kathmandu is well known for its state-of-the-art facilities and world class amenities, has received numerous awards and recognition in the past for its excellent services.</div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-09', 'modified' => '0000-00-00', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'Soaltee Crowne Plaza, Kathmandu has won Today’s Traveller Award 2013 for the Best International Business Hotel.', 'sortorder' => '1645', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '0000-00-00 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '0' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '1783', 'article_category_id' => '99', 'title' => 'August Sees Increase In International Tourist Arrivals', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => null, 'content' => '<div> The figures released by Immigration Office, Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) reveal that visitor arrivals in the month of August 2013, compared to the same month last year, have increased by 6.34. per cent to 47,397. </div> <div> </div> <div> In aggregate, the South Asian segment has registered positive growth of 10. per cent. Arrivals from Bangladesh, Pakistan and Sri Lanka have increased by 83.14 per cent, 36.92 per cent and 59.64 per cent respectively. India which constitutes the major market of Nepal, has recorded negative growth of 1.67 per cent. Arrivals from Asia (other than South Asia) have recorded positive growth of 21.92 per cent in aggregate. The visitor arrivals from China increased by 21.50 per cent compared to the same month last year. Similarly, the arrivals from Japan and Singapore and Malaysia have also increased by 34.54 per cent, 51.66 per cent and 73.89 per cent respectively. However, Thailand saw decline of 8.53 per cent.</div> <div> </div> <div> An overall negative growth of 17.37 per cent has been observed from the European markets. Arrivals from markets such as the UK, Germany, and France are up by 2.22 per cent, 10.38 per cent, and 2.45 per cent respectively. However, arrivals from Spain, Italy and the Netherlands have declined by 9.53 per cent, 50.56 per cent, 3.95 per cent respectively compared to the same month last year.</div> <div> </div> <div> Tourist arrivals from Australia, Canada and the USA have increased by 39.23 per cent, 6.78 per cent and 16.05 per cent respectively. However, arrivals from New Zealand have decreased by 3.64 per cent. A total of 59,335 foreign tourists departed from TIA in August 2013. The number of Nepalis arrivals stood at 62,200 while 75,200 Nepalis departed from TIA in August 2013.</div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-09', 'modified' => '0000-00-00', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'The figures released by Immigration Office, Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) reveal that visitor arrivals in the month of August 2013, compared to the same month last year, have increased by 6.34. per cent to 47,397.', 'sortorder' => '1644', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '0000-00-00 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '0' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '1782', 'article_category_id' => '99', 'title' => '‘Naturally Nepal Evening’ In New Delhi', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => null, 'content' => '<div> </div> <div> Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) organized ‘Naturally Nepal Evening’ at New Delhi on 30 Aug 2013, a programme focused towards press and tour operators. Subash Niroula, Acting Chief Executive Officer, NTB expressed that by organizing such kind of programmes, NTB is looking at actively promoting Nepal in India. He viewed ‘Naturally Nepal Evening’ as a platform to reinforce and build relationships with prospective and current Indian partners. He further reiterated that Nepal is looking to tap the Indian market by being more reachable, regular and proactive with the Indian travel trade and media as well. </div> <div> </div> <div> Bishnu Prasad Lamsal, Minister (Economic), Nepal Embassy in India said that the event has created a platform to discuss on tourism prospects between Nepal and India and further strengthen economic diplomacy. On the occasion, Subash Goyal, President of Indian Association of Tour Operators opined that Nepal has tremendous advantages in terms of non-requirement of visa, easily acceptable currencies, similar culture and no language barriers. </div> <div> </div> <div> The Nepalese private sector tour operators opined that participation at this particular programme provided them with a number of inquiries for Nepal and they hope they can convert the same to strong business ties. </div> <div> </div> <div> Other dignitaries in the event included Yogesh Srivastav, Senior Secretary of PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry, India; Gour Kanjilal, Executive Director of Indian Association of Tour Operators and Kumkum Manaktala, Head of Tourism -Confederation of Indian Industry. </div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-09', 'modified' => '0000-00-00', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) organized ‘Naturally Nepal Evening’ at New Delhi on 30 Aug 2013, a programme focused towards press and tour operators.', 'sortorder' => '1643', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '0000-00-00 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '0' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '1756', 'article_category_id' => '99', 'title' => 'Etihad Airways Expands ‘Businessconnect’ Across The Globe', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => null, 'content' => '<div> </div> <div> Etihad Airways has extended BusinessConnect, its loyalty program for businesses, to 11 new markets including Bahrain, Belarus, Kuwait, Lebanon, Malaysia, Nepal, the Netherlands, Oman, the Philippines, Qatar and Thailand. The mileage earning program is targeted at the Small to Medium-Sized Enterprise (SME) sector, offering opportunities and benefits for companies who fly with Etihad Airways.</div> <div> </div> <div> As part of the guest loyalty program, registered BusinessConnect customers are able to earn Etihad Guest Miles every time one of their employees takes a flight. Etihad Guest Miles can be earned on all Etihad Airways tickets booked on etihad.com, through Etihad Contact Centres, or by appointed travel agents. There are also no blackout periods when redeeming miles against upgrades, free flights, or the thousands of products from the Etihad Guest Reward Shop. The points can even be converted to cash via PointsPay to spend at thirty million outlets worldwide.</div> <div> </div> <div> Also, Etihad Cargo, part of Etihad Airways, has posted record monthly uplift figures for July of 45,000 tonnes, a 37 per cent increase on the same month in 2012.“Over the past 12 months we’ve strengthened our global cargo business, expanded operations across new and existing trade lanes and seen demand continue to grow,” said Etihad Airways’ Chief Strategy and Planning Officer, Kevin Knight. The figures for July were driven largely by increases in key export markets such as India, Hong Kong and China and demand into the Middle East for foodstuffs ahead of the Holy Month of Ramadan, predominately from The Netherlands, says a press statement from the airways.</div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-04', 'modified' => '0000-00-00', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'Etihad Airways has extended BusinessConnect, its loyalty program for businesses, to 11 new markets including Bahrain, Belarus, Kuwait, Lebanon, Malaysia, Nepal, the Netherlands, Oman, the Philippines, Qatar and Thailand.', 'sortorder' => '1617', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '0000-00-00 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '0' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '1755', 'article_category_id' => '99', 'title' => 'View Tower Constructed At Pumdi-Bhumdi', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => null, 'content' => '<div> </div> <div> A three-storied view tower is constructed at Pumdi-Bhumdi VDC neighbouring the tourist city of Pokhara. The VDC is at an altitude of 1500 metres from the sea level. The tower is constructed with an investment of Rs 6.4 million. The tower offers the view of Pokhara city, Phewa Lake, Lekhnath, Sarangkot, Pame, World Peace Stupa and some parts of Syangja, Parbat and Tanahun districts. Similarly, Machhapuchre, Annapurna, and Dhaulagiri mountains can also be viewed from the tower.</div> <div> </div> <div> The tower is constructed with the financial support from District Technical Office, Pokhara and Ministry of Peace and Re-Construction. Pumdi-Bhumdi lately is developing as an attraction for tourists. </div> <div> </div> <div> According to Umanath Baral, vice-president of Pumdikot Viewtower Construction Committee, the tower will be a renowned landmark of Pokhara. Baral also informed that a master plan has been made to develop Pumdi-Bhumdi as a popular tourist destination. The master pan includes the construction of this view tower, trekking trails, conference halls, cottages and roads.</div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-04', 'modified' => '0000-00-00', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'A three-storied view tower is constructed at Pumdi-Bhumdi VDC neighbouring the tourist city of Pokhara.', 'sortorder' => '1616', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '0000-00-00 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '0' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '1754', 'article_category_id' => '99', 'title' => 'Singapore’s National Day Celebrated', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => null, 'content' => '<div> Nepal-Singapore Friendship Society organized Singapore Day on 26 August at Hotel Annapurna to celebrate Singapore’s 48th National Day. The programme was attended by diplomats, former ambassadors and professional from different walks of life. The event also witnessed the felicitation of the Society by Special Olympics Nepal Chapter. Two Special Olympics gold-medalists presented the President and Vice President with tokens of appreciation for the Society’s support to the organization. </div> <div> </div> <div> Nepal and Singapore both have enjoyed cordial relationship since 1969 when diplomatic relations were established, and since then, numerous bilateral co-operations have taken place over the years. Nepal-Singapore Friendship Society was established in 2011, to further strengthen the relation, and to bring together people in areas of education, culture, tourism, commerce and technology transfer. </div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-04', 'modified' => '0000-00-00', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'Nepal-Singapore Friendship Society organized Singapore Day on 26 August at Hotel Annapurna to celebrate Singapore’s 48th National Day.', 'sortorder' => '1615', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '0000-00-00 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '0' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '1753', 'article_category_id' => '99', 'title' => 'Father’s Day Specials At Annapurna', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => null, 'content' => '<div> Hotel Annapurna is offering exclusive varieties of cakes and Indian sweets, including sugar-free ones, from its Cake Shop on September 4 and 5 to celebrate Father’s Day. The Cake Shop is offering a 15 per cent discount on customized photo cakes exclusively for Father’s Day including 10 per cent discount on Indian sweets. In addition, all three of the hotel’s outlets namely the Arniko Room, Ghar-e-Kabab, and the Coffee Shop will offer 15 per cent discount on food and drinks on Father’s Day.</div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-04', 'modified' => '0000-00-00', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'Hotel Annapurna is offering exclusive varieties of cakes and Indian sweets, including sugar-free ones, from its Cake Shop on September 4 and 5 to celebrate Father’s Day.', 'sortorder' => '1614', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '0000-00-00 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '0' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '1752', 'article_category_id' => '99', 'title' => 'Qatar’s Agents Award Night 2012-2013 Celebrated', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => null, 'content' => '<div> Qatar Airways organized Agents Award Night 2012 – 2013 on 29 August in Kathmandu. Qatar Airways travel trade partners, Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN) and Ministry of Tourism and Civil Aviation (MOTCA) members among others were present in the event. A total of three trophies and 18 certificates were awarded in various categories by Chief Guest Sushil Ghimire, Secretary MOTCA and CAAN, Ratish Chandra Lal Suman, CAAN DG and Qatar Embassy Counsellor M Abdul Nasser Abu Alfain. The top 3 trade partners’ award was bagged by Osho World Travel Nepal (Gold Award 2012-2013), Yeti Travels (Silver Award 2012-2013) and Megabyte Travels and Tours (Burgundy Award 2012-2013).</div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-04', 'modified' => '0000-00-00', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'Qatar Airways organized Agents Award Night 2012 – 2013 on 29 August in Kathmandu.', 'sortorder' => '1613', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '0000-00-00 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '0' ) ) ) $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 event is jointly organized by Nanglo Café and Carlsberg. Oktoberfest is Germany’s 16-day Bavarian tradition of beer drinking. The festival will run from 21 September to 6 October.</div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-30', 'modified' => '2013-10-01', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'Nanglo Café and Bar at Durbarmarg is celebrating Oktoberfest 2013. The event is jointly organized by Nanglo Café and Carlsberg.', 'sortorder' => '1765', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '0000-00-00 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '0' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '1906', 'article_category_id' => '99', 'title' => 'Indrajatra Celebrated At The Village Cafe', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => null, 'content' => '<div> </div> <div> The Village Cafe organized an event named ‘Indrajatra Food and Fashion Galore On the occasion of Indrajatra. The event featured live traditional band, Lakhey dance, exhibition of fashion products from SAARC countries and Newari food with special 15 dish Newari feast. Sadichha Shrestha, former Miss Nepal and brand ambassador of Sabah Nepal was also present at the event. </div> <div> </div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-30', 'modified' => '2013-10-01', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'The Village Cafe organized an event named ‘Indrajatra Food and Fashion Galore On the occasion of Indrajatra', 'sortorder' => '1764', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '0000-00-00 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '0' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '1827', 'article_category_id' => '99', 'title' => 'Qatar Partners With British Airways On Frequent Flyer Programme', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => null, 'content' => '<div> </div> <div> Qatar Airways has announced an immediate partnership with British Airways between the airlines’ frequent flyer programmes. Qatar Airways Privilege Club members and British Airways Executive Club members are now able to earn miles, and can begin redeeming miles as of 1st October 2013 on each other’s flights. </div> <div> </div> <div> According to Qatar Airways, Privilege Club is way of thanking the customers for choosing to fly with the airline. “The benefit partnering with British Airways brings to our customers is the added opportunity to earn Qmiles,” said Akbar Al Baker, Qatar Airways Chief Executive Officer. Privilege Club members may redeem their Qmiles for award tickets, excess baggage or merchandise through Qatar Duty Free or Oryx Galleria in Doha. “This Frequent Flyer Programme partnership also gives British Airways customers an opportunity to attain credit for destinations throughout the entire Qatar Airways network,” added Al Baker. </div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-17', 'modified' => '0000-00-00', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'Qatar Airways has announced an immediate partnership with British Airways between the airlines’ frequent flyer programmes. Qatar Airways Privilege Club members and British Airways Executive Club members are now able to earn miles, and can begin redeeming miles as of 1st October 2013 on each other’s flights.', 'sortorder' => '1688', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '0000-00-00 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '0' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '1826', 'article_category_id' => '99', 'title' => 'Adhikari Wins NPGA Q-School', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => null, 'content' => '<div> </div> <div> Bikash Adhikari registered one-shot victory over Tirtha Poudel in the Surya Nepal Golf Tour NPGA Qualifying School at the par-67 Royal Nepal Golf Club on Thursday. Bikash played seven-over 74 on the final round for a total score of 18-over 219, while Tirtha shot eight-over 75 for a total of 19-over 220. </div> <div> </div> <div> Ashish Pariyar finished third at 222. Bhuwan Pudasaini was fourth at 223 and Gyanendra Bahadur Raut came fifth at 227. The top five players received pro cards for the Surya Nepal Golf Tour.</div> <div> </div> <div> Adhikari took the turn at one-over 34 that included birdies on the fifth and sixth holes. He added six-over 40 on the back nine. Second-placed Poudel played four-over 37 on the front nine and shot another four-over 38 on the back nine. Likewise, Pariyar took the turn at four-over 37 and faltered to six-over 40 on the back nine. The top three also earned Rs 5,000, Rs 4,000 and Rs 3,000 respectively.</div> <div> </div> <div> Sunil KC, Sujan Roka, Surya Manandhar, Shiva Ram Poudel and Bhimsen Chaulagain came in top 10. A total of 22 players, including NPGA President Rabindra Man Shrestha took part in the three-day tournament played over 54 holes.</div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-17', 'modified' => '0000-00-00', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'Bikash Adhikari registered one-shot victory over Tirtha Poudel in the Surya Nepal Golf Tour NPGA Qualifying School at the par-67 Royal Nepal Golf Club on Thursday. Bikash played seven-over 74 on the final round for a total score of 18-over 219, while Tirtha shot eight-over 75 for a total of 19-over 220.', 'sortorder' => '1687', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '0000-00-00 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '0' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '1825', 'article_category_id' => '99', 'title' => 'SC Upholds Nirola As NTB’s Acting CEO', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => null, 'content' => '<div> <img alt="Subash Nirola" src="/userfiles/images/ntb%20(Copy).jpg" style="float: right; margin: 0px 0px 0px 10px; width: 150px; height: 191px;" />The single bench of Acting Chief Justice of Supreme Court Damodar Prasad Sharma upheld the decision to appoint Subash Nirola as Nepal Tourism Board’s Acting CEO last Monday. The decision was made earlier by the 187th Meeting of Executive Committee of NTB on July 15, 2013. </div> <div> </div> <div> In the verdict, Sharma also revoked the decision made by Appellate Court Patan on August 25, 2013. The Appellate Court had ordered NTB Executive Committee not to implement its decision to appoint Nirola as the Acting CEO. With this decision, Nirola now becomes the Acting CEO of NTB. With this appoint, he has now also become the Member Secretary of NTB.</div> <div> </div> <div> Prior to this, Nirola had been working in the capacity of Officiating Chief Executive Officer of NTB. Nirola joined NTB as a Director in 2000 and was the senior most Directors prior to being appointed as Officiating CEO.</div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-17', 'modified' => '0000-00-00', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'The single bench of Acting Chief Justice of Supreme Court Damodar Prasad Sharma upheld the decision to appoint Subash Nirola as Nepal Tourism Board’s Acting CEO last Monday. The decision was made earlier by the 187th Meeting of Executive Committee of NTB on July 15, 2013.', 'sortorder' => '1686', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '0000-00-00 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '0' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '1824', 'article_category_id' => '99', 'title' => 'Made-in-Pakistan Exhibition Kicks Off', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => null, 'content' => '<div> </div> <div> <strong>--By TC Correspondent </strong></div> <div> </div> <div> The fourth edition of Made in Pakistan exhibition kicked off on Wednesday in the capital at United World Trade Centre, Tripureshwor. Jointly organized by Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (RCCI) and Embassy of Pakistan in Kathmandu, the exhibition is focused on showcasing various Pakistani products </div> <div> in Nepal.</div> <div> </div> <div> Inaugurating the exhibition, Minister of Finance, Shankar Koirala stressed on the necessity of expansion of bilateral relations between Nepal and Pakistan. “Nepal and Pakistan share very cordial relations, but the trade volume between these countries is still very low,” Koirala added. </div> <div> </div> <div> “These sorts of event will help to renew and optimize our bilateral relations and we promise to organize such programmes in Pakistan with collaboration with the private sector of Nepal.” Koirala said. </div> <div> </div> <div> The seven-day (September 11-17) long expo has 45 stalls showcasing Pakistani products like wooden furniture, textile products, garments, leather jackets, footwear, artificial jewelries and handicrafts among others. </div> <div> </div> <div> Arshed Saud Khosa, Ambassador of Pakistan to Nepal said that this exhibition is a good opportunity to introduce new products to large number of people and it helps in enhancing the goodwill between two countries which is the main reason behind this exhibition. </div> <div> </div> <div> Calling upon the Nepali business community to organize such events in Pakistan, ambassador Khosa said, </div> <div> “We look forward to develop continuous business exchange between two countries.”</div> <div> </div> <div> Himalaya SJB Rana, Chairman of Pakistan-Nepal Federation said that the exemplary relation between two nations has yet to be turned to an exemplary trade relationships. Former Ambassador of Nepal to Pakistan, Bal Bhadra Kunwar also emphasized on the importance of the exhibition. Kunwar said that Nepal is looking forward for the Pakistani investors to come to invest in Nepal and further extend the trade relations to a greater height.</div> <div> </div> <div> There are 45 stalls and more than a group of 75 businessmen from Pakistan participating in the fair. The fair is expecting around 70, 000 visitors.</div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-17', 'modified' => '0000-00-00', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'The fourth edition of Made in Pakistan exhibition kicked off on Wednesday in the capital at United World Trade Centre, Tripureshwor. Jointly organized by Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (RCCI) and Embassy of Pakistan in Kathmandu, the exhibition is focused on showcasing various Pakistani products in Nepal.', 'sortorder' => '1685', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '0000-00-00 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '0' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '1785', 'article_category_id' => '99', 'title' => 'Etihad Airways Increases Flights To Kathmandu', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => null, 'content' => '<div> Etihad Airways will increase its Abu Dhabi-Kathmandu service from seven flights per week to a double daily schedule from November 1, 2013. According to the Airline, the additional flights build on the success of the existing service, driven by the demand from business and leisure travellers and will strengthen the already strong ties between Nepal and the UAE.</div> <div> </div> <div> <img alt="Tourist Arrival" src="/userfiles/images/etihad(1).jpg" style="width: 550px; height: 127px; margin-left: 25px; margin-right: 25px;" /></div> <div> </div> <div> The new services will be operated by A320 aircraft fitted with 16 Pearl Business Class seats and 120 Economy Class seats. The double daily services enhance the connectivity over the airline’s Abu Dhabi hub to key destinations in Europe, Middle East and GCC. </div> <div> </div> <div> “The addition of the new flights will further strengthen commercial and cultural ties between Nepal and the UAE and will lead to continued strong growth in traffic flows between Kathmandu, Abu Dhabi and beyond to many key destinations across our global network,” said Kevin Knight, Etihad Airways’ Chief Strategy and Planning Officer.</div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-09', 'modified' => '0000-00-00', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'Etihad Airways will increase its Abu Dhabi-Kathmandu service from seven flights per week to a double daily schedule from November 1, 2013.', 'sortorder' => '1646', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '0000-00-00 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '0' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '1784', 'article_category_id' => '99', 'title' => 'Soaltee Crowne Plaza Wins Today's Traveller Award', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => null, 'content' => '<div> <img alt="Soaltee Crowne Plaza wins Today's Traveller Award" src="/userfiles/images/slt(2).jpg" style="float: right; margin: 0px 0px 0px 10px;width: 250px; height: 302px;" />Soaltee Crowne Plaza, Kathmandu has won Today’s Traveller Award 2013 for the Best International Business Hotel. The award ceremony was held in New Delhi on August 30 at the Taj Palace Hotel, and was attended by known personalities from hotel industry, travel trade, airlines and media. Oscar Fernandes, Minister of Road Transport and Highways, Government of India, presented the award to Nalin Mandiratta, General Manager of the hotel. </div> <div> </div> <div> Today's Traveller Award is India's one of the most respected travel and tourism industry awards. The award was incorporated in 2007 with an objective of recognizing exceptional achievers and contributors in the hospitality, travel and tourism industry.</div> <div> </div> <div> Soaltee Crowne Plaza Kathmandu is well known for its state-of-the-art facilities and world class amenities, has received numerous awards and recognition in the past for its excellent services.</div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-09', 'modified' => '0000-00-00', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'Soaltee Crowne Plaza, Kathmandu has won Today’s Traveller Award 2013 for the Best International Business Hotel.', 'sortorder' => '1645', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '0000-00-00 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '0' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '1783', 'article_category_id' => '99', 'title' => 'August Sees Increase In International Tourist Arrivals', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => null, 'content' => '<div> The figures released by Immigration Office, Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) reveal that visitor arrivals in the month of August 2013, compared to the same month last year, have increased by 6.34. per cent to 47,397. </div> <div> </div> <div> In aggregate, the South Asian segment has registered positive growth of 10. per cent. Arrivals from Bangladesh, Pakistan and Sri Lanka have increased by 83.14 per cent, 36.92 per cent and 59.64 per cent respectively. India which constitutes the major market of Nepal, has recorded negative growth of 1.67 per cent. Arrivals from Asia (other than South Asia) have recorded positive growth of 21.92 per cent in aggregate. The visitor arrivals from China increased by 21.50 per cent compared to the same month last year. Similarly, the arrivals from Japan and Singapore and Malaysia have also increased by 34.54 per cent, 51.66 per cent and 73.89 per cent respectively. However, Thailand saw decline of 8.53 per cent.</div> <div> </div> <div> An overall negative growth of 17.37 per cent has been observed from the European markets. Arrivals from markets such as the UK, Germany, and France are up by 2.22 per cent, 10.38 per cent, and 2.45 per cent respectively. However, arrivals from Spain, Italy and the Netherlands have declined by 9.53 per cent, 50.56 per cent, 3.95 per cent respectively compared to the same month last year.</div> <div> </div> <div> Tourist arrivals from Australia, Canada and the USA have increased by 39.23 per cent, 6.78 per cent and 16.05 per cent respectively. However, arrivals from New Zealand have decreased by 3.64 per cent. A total of 59,335 foreign tourists departed from TIA in August 2013. The number of Nepalis arrivals stood at 62,200 while 75,200 Nepalis departed from TIA in August 2013.</div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-09', 'modified' => '0000-00-00', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'The figures released by Immigration Office, Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) reveal that visitor arrivals in the month of August 2013, compared to the same month last year, have increased by 6.34. per cent to 47,397.', 'sortorder' => '1644', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '0000-00-00 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '0' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '1782', 'article_category_id' => '99', 'title' => '‘Naturally Nepal Evening’ In New Delhi', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => null, 'content' => '<div> </div> <div> Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) organized ‘Naturally Nepal Evening’ at New Delhi on 30 Aug 2013, a programme focused towards press and tour operators. Subash Niroula, Acting Chief Executive Officer, NTB expressed that by organizing such kind of programmes, NTB is looking at actively promoting Nepal in India. He viewed ‘Naturally Nepal Evening’ as a platform to reinforce and build relationships with prospective and current Indian partners. He further reiterated that Nepal is looking to tap the Indian market by being more reachable, regular and proactive with the Indian travel trade and media as well. </div> <div> </div> <div> Bishnu Prasad Lamsal, Minister (Economic), Nepal Embassy in India said that the event has created a platform to discuss on tourism prospects between Nepal and India and further strengthen economic diplomacy. On the occasion, Subash Goyal, President of Indian Association of Tour Operators opined that Nepal has tremendous advantages in terms of non-requirement of visa, easily acceptable currencies, similar culture and no language barriers. </div> <div> </div> <div> The Nepalese private sector tour operators opined that participation at this particular programme provided them with a number of inquiries for Nepal and they hope they can convert the same to strong business ties. </div> <div> </div> <div> Other dignitaries in the event included Yogesh Srivastav, Senior Secretary of PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry, India; Gour Kanjilal, Executive Director of Indian Association of Tour Operators and Kumkum Manaktala, Head of Tourism -Confederation of Indian Industry. </div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-09', 'modified' => '0000-00-00', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) organized ‘Naturally Nepal Evening’ at New Delhi on 30 Aug 2013, a programme focused towards press and tour operators.', 'sortorder' => '1643', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '0000-00-00 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '0' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '1756', 'article_category_id' => '99', 'title' => 'Etihad Airways Expands ‘Businessconnect’ Across The Globe', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => null, 'content' => '<div> </div> <div> Etihad Airways has extended BusinessConnect, its loyalty program for businesses, to 11 new markets including Bahrain, Belarus, Kuwait, Lebanon, Malaysia, Nepal, the Netherlands, Oman, the Philippines, Qatar and Thailand. The mileage earning program is targeted at the Small to Medium-Sized Enterprise (SME) sector, offering opportunities and benefits for companies who fly with Etihad Airways.</div> <div> </div> <div> As part of the guest loyalty program, registered BusinessConnect customers are able to earn Etihad Guest Miles every time one of their employees takes a flight. Etihad Guest Miles can be earned on all Etihad Airways tickets booked on etihad.com, through Etihad Contact Centres, or by appointed travel agents. There are also no blackout periods when redeeming miles against upgrades, free flights, or the thousands of products from the Etihad Guest Reward Shop. The points can even be converted to cash via PointsPay to spend at thirty million outlets worldwide.</div> <div> </div> <div> Also, Etihad Cargo, part of Etihad Airways, has posted record monthly uplift figures for July of 45,000 tonnes, a 37 per cent increase on the same month in 2012.“Over the past 12 months we’ve strengthened our global cargo business, expanded operations across new and existing trade lanes and seen demand continue to grow,” said Etihad Airways’ Chief Strategy and Planning Officer, Kevin Knight. The figures for July were driven largely by increases in key export markets such as India, Hong Kong and China and demand into the Middle East for foodstuffs ahead of the Holy Month of Ramadan, predominately from The Netherlands, says a press statement from the airways.</div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-04', 'modified' => '0000-00-00', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'Etihad Airways has extended BusinessConnect, its loyalty program for businesses, to 11 new markets including Bahrain, Belarus, Kuwait, Lebanon, Malaysia, Nepal, the Netherlands, Oman, the Philippines, Qatar and Thailand.', 'sortorder' => '1617', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '0000-00-00 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '0' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '1755', 'article_category_id' => '99', 'title' => 'View Tower Constructed At Pumdi-Bhumdi', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => null, 'content' => '<div> </div> <div> A three-storied view tower is constructed at Pumdi-Bhumdi VDC neighbouring the tourist city of Pokhara. The VDC is at an altitude of 1500 metres from the sea level. The tower is constructed with an investment of Rs 6.4 million. The tower offers the view of Pokhara city, Phewa Lake, Lekhnath, Sarangkot, Pame, World Peace Stupa and some parts of Syangja, Parbat and Tanahun districts. Similarly, Machhapuchre, Annapurna, and Dhaulagiri mountains can also be viewed from the tower.</div> <div> </div> <div> The tower is constructed with the financial support from District Technical Office, Pokhara and Ministry of Peace and Re-Construction. Pumdi-Bhumdi lately is developing as an attraction for tourists. </div> <div> </div> <div> According to Umanath Baral, vice-president of Pumdikot Viewtower Construction Committee, the tower will be a renowned landmark of Pokhara. Baral also informed that a master plan has been made to develop Pumdi-Bhumdi as a popular tourist destination. The master pan includes the construction of this view tower, trekking trails, conference halls, cottages and roads.</div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-04', 'modified' => '0000-00-00', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'A three-storied view tower is constructed at Pumdi-Bhumdi VDC neighbouring the tourist city of Pokhara.', 'sortorder' => '1616', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '0000-00-00 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '0' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '1754', 'article_category_id' => '99', 'title' => 'Singapore’s National Day Celebrated', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => null, 'content' => '<div> Nepal-Singapore Friendship Society organized Singapore Day on 26 August at Hotel Annapurna to celebrate Singapore’s 48th National Day. The programme was attended by diplomats, former ambassadors and professional from different walks of life. The event also witnessed the felicitation of the Society by Special Olympics Nepal Chapter. Two Special Olympics gold-medalists presented the President and Vice President with tokens of appreciation for the Society’s support to the organization. </div> <div> </div> <div> Nepal and Singapore both have enjoyed cordial relationship since 1969 when diplomatic relations were established, and since then, numerous bilateral co-operations have taken place over the years. Nepal-Singapore Friendship Society was established in 2011, to further strengthen the relation, and to bring together people in areas of education, culture, tourism, commerce and technology transfer. </div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-04', 'modified' => '0000-00-00', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'Nepal-Singapore Friendship Society organized Singapore Day on 26 August at Hotel Annapurna to celebrate Singapore’s 48th National Day.', 'sortorder' => '1615', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '0000-00-00 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '0' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '1753', 'article_category_id' => '99', 'title' => 'Father’s Day Specials At Annapurna', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => null, 'content' => '<div> Hotel Annapurna is offering exclusive varieties of cakes and Indian sweets, including sugar-free ones, from its Cake Shop on September 4 and 5 to celebrate Father’s Day. The Cake Shop is offering a 15 per cent discount on customized photo cakes exclusively for Father’s Day including 10 per cent discount on Indian sweets. In addition, all three of the hotel’s outlets namely the Arniko Room, Ghar-e-Kabab, and the Coffee Shop will offer 15 per cent discount on food and drinks on Father’s Day.</div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-04', 'modified' => '0000-00-00', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'Hotel Annapurna is offering exclusive varieties of cakes and Indian sweets, including sugar-free ones, from its Cake Shop on September 4 and 5 to celebrate Father’s Day.', 'sortorder' => '1614', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '0000-00-00 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '0' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '1752', 'article_category_id' => '99', 'title' => 'Qatar’s Agents Award Night 2012-2013 Celebrated', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => null, 'content' => '<div> Qatar Airways organized Agents Award Night 2012 – 2013 on 29 August in Kathmandu. Qatar Airways travel trade partners, Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN) and Ministry of Tourism and Civil Aviation (MOTCA) members among others were present in the event. A total of three trophies and 18 certificates were awarded in various categories by Chief Guest Sushil Ghimire, Secretary MOTCA and CAAN, Ratish Chandra Lal Suman, CAAN DG and Qatar Embassy Counsellor M Abdul Nasser Abu Alfain. The top 3 trade partners’ award was bagged by Osho World Travel Nepal (Gold Award 2012-2013), Yeti Travels (Silver Award 2012-2013) and Megabyte Travels and Tours (Burgundy Award 2012-2013).</div>', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2013-09-04', 'modified' => '0000-00-00', 'keywords' => 'the corporate weekly from Nepal, nepali corporate events – news – interviews – reviews, nepali corporate focus, nepali corporate status and news, news from nepali corporate industry, corporate happenings – events – news from nepal', 'description' => 'Qatar Airways organized Agents Award Night 2012 – 2013 on 29 August in Kathmandu.', 'sortorder' => '1613', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '0000-00-00 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '0' ) ) ) $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