
September 21: Subisu Cablenet, a leading Internet, Network and Television Service Provider, has introduced attractive offers to its customers marking Nepalese…
September 21: Subisu Cablenet, a leading Internet, Network and Television Service Provider, has introduced attractive offers to its customers marking Nepalese…
September 21: Himalaya Airlines, a Nepal-China Joint Venture Airline has announced its second destination, Colombo, capital of Sri Lanka. Issuing a press…
September 21: Qatar Airways has been awarded “Best Up in the Air Experience” at the Future Travel Experience Awards for the second consecutive year, at the Future Travel Experience Global 2016 held in Las…
September 20: Nepal Drug Limited (NDL), the state owned pharmaceutical company which was closed since last six years to start its operation. The cabinet of Ministers…
September 20: Ncell, a mobile service provider, has organized Ncell fair at Sidhheswori ground located in Butwal on September 19. The company informed of…
September 20: Siddhartha Group has announced of investing in tourism and health sector in upcoming days. Rajesh Agrawal, Director of Siddhartha Group informed so in…
September 20: While Insurance Board of Nepal is initiating the procedure to increase paid-up capital of the insurance companies, the companies, in the meanwhile, are self-preparing themselves for the raise. “As the insurance sector is growing in the recent days, increase in paid-up capital is required so as to widen the…
September 20: Agni Group, the authorized distributor for Mahindra in Nepal has opened a new showroom, Shree Krishna Distributor, at Janakpur-14. “The showroom is being…
September 20: Gionee is launching its “Gionee Utsav Offer, Dubai Safar” scheme for customers on the occasion of the upcoming festive season, starting September 20 till October 31. Issuing a press statement, the company informed that customers will get a scratch card on the purchase of every Gionee…
September 20: Meizu Technology has officially entered the Nepali market with the launching its two smartphones models Meizu M3 Note and M3S in a program on September 19. The company has…
September 20: Ridi Hydropower Development Company is auction bidding 73,661.50 units of unsold right shares. The last date for the interested investors to apply for the shares is October 5.…
September 19: After the government agrees to act as a guarantor for Nepal Airlines Corporation (NAC), Employees Provident Fund (EPF) and Citizens Investment Trust (CIT)…
September 19: Nepal Chamber of Commerce (NCC) and the Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (ASSOCHAM) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) in the presence of Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal. The MoU was signed by Dr Rajesh Kaji Shrestha, President of NCC and Sunil Kanauria, President of…
September 19: Binod Chaudhary, Chairman of Chaudhary Group, has stressed the need of increasing private sector spending on welfare projects. He expressed the opinion in Asia Summit 2016 organised by Miken Institute at Singapore on September 16.…
September 19: WorldLink, the internet service provider has launched an internet installation scheme at just Rs 21 on the occasion of its 20th anniversary. The company has also launched one wire TV and internet surfing…
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Issuing a press statement, it has been informed that subscribers are entitled to get Free Clear TV HD Set Top Box & Wireless Cable Modem on purchase of various packages of internet, clear TV and combo service of internet & clear TV services under the offer.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">According to the statement, Dashain offers comprise clear TV offer at Rs 2,999 and cable internet offer at Rs 5,999. Similarly, the offer also includes cable Internet and clear TV combo offer at Rs 5,999, unlimited cable internet and clear TV combo offer at Rs 7,999 and FTTH internet and clear TV combo offer at Rs 9,999.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">“The company has built and bundled its offer packages in a way so that it best suit every customer’s requirement,” reads the statement.</p> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-21', 'modified' => '2016-09-21', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4300', 'image' => '20160921115432_subisu.jpg', 'article_date' => '2016-09-21 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '4467', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => ' Direct Colombo Flight of Himalayan Airlines from Oct 1', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 21: Himalaya Airlines, a Nepal-China Joint Venture Airline has announced its second destination, Colombo, capital of Sri Lanka. Issuing a press statemen', 'content' => '<p style="text-align:justify">September 21: Himalaya Airlines, a Nepal-China Joint Venture airliner has announced Colombo, the capital of Sri Lanka as its second destination. Issuing a press statement, the airline informed of commencing its passenger services on the Kathmandu/Colombo/Kathmandu route with effect from October 1, 2016. The airline will fly its A320-214 (configured with 8 Business Class and 150 Economy class seats) on the new route.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">According to the statement, three flights a week, operating as H9 673, Himalaya will fly every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday departing from Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu at 1130 hours and will arrive in Bandaranaike International Airport, Colombo at 1515 hours. The return H9 674 departs from Colombo at 1615, arriving Kathmandu at 2015 hours on the same day.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">“After an overwhelming response received from the previous 2 non-scheduled flights to Colombo, we found this route to be very potential. We have observed passenger traffic data between the two countries over the last several years before arriving at this route decision. We are very pleased to be able to resume services to and from Colombo as it is an important market for tourism promotion of both countries. Flying to this destination will definitely promote tourism between two nations along with generating new business opportunities,” said Vijay Shrestha, Vice President - Administration of Himalaya Airlines.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">“The airline has appointed Classic Travelas its General Sales Agents (GSA), who will be responsible for the airline’s sales and marketing, market development, reservations and ticketing services representing the airline. The airfare offered by the airlines starts from NPR 29,191 for one way and NPR 50,041for round trip, inclusive of governmental taxes,” reads the statement. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-21', 'modified' => '2016-09-21', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4299', 'image' => '20160921110112_Himalaya Airlines.jpg', 'article_date' => '2016-09-21 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '4466', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Qatar Airways Once Again Bags ‘Best Up in the Air’ Award', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 21: Qatar Airways has been awarded “Best Up in the Air Experience” at the Future Travel Experience Awards for the second consecutive year, at the Future Travel Experience Global 2016 held in Las Vegas.', 'content' => '<p style="text-align:justify">September 21: Qatar Airways has been awarded “Best Up in the Air Experience” at the Future Travel Experience Awards for the second consecutive year, at the Future Travel Experience Global 2016 held in Las Vegas.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">Issuing a press statement, Qatar Airways informed of being recognised as the airline that has gone the extra mile to provide an industry leading in-flight experience. The award highlighted Qatar Airways becoming the first airline globally to operate the Airbus A350, enhancing its in-flight entertainment system with the launch of the award-winning Oryx One, continuing to roll out on-board Wi-Fi across its fleet, and investing in Cabin Crew development, including Emotional Intelligence training and Elite Service training, tailored to the needs of premium passengers.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">“We are honoured to receive this coveted award for the second year in a row; even more so from an organisation that shares the same commitment to delivering the very best possible customer experience,” said Akbar Al Baker, Chief Executive of Qatar Airway. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-21', 'modified' => '2016-09-21', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4298', 'image' => '20160921104911_qatar.jpg', 'article_date' => '2016-09-21 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '4465', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Government to Revive Nepal Drug ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 20: Nepal Drug Limited (NDL), the state owned pharmaceutical company which was closed since last six years to start its operation. The cabinet of Ministers h', 'content' => '<p>September 20: Nepal Drug Limited (NDL), the state owned pharmaceutical company which was closed since last six years to start its operation. The cabinet of Ministers has endorsed the proposal of reviving the company submitted by the Ministry of Industry.</p> <p><br /> The government has decided to invest Rs 146.5 million as a loan for making the state owned company as per the international standard. “The investment will be used to make international standard physical infrastructure along with purchasing required machineries and tools for the company,” said Nabindra Raj Joshi, Industry Minister. According to him, around 70 per cent machines are in proper condition. “We will hire some experts on contract from open competition to handel the management of the company for a while,” he added. </p> <p><br /> The government has also decided to engage the private sector in the company. Minister Joshi informed that discussion on the plan in which assigning management to the private sector in contract and also to sell fixed equity to them is being conducted. “We are planning to sell 1/3 of the total shares to the private sector keeping two third of the share under government’s ownership,” he said adding “The Ministry is exercising in a bid to operate the company as soon as possible.” </p> <p><br /> According to Ministry, NDL will produce essential medicines on the first term. Joshi said that there will be no market problem for those medicines as the government itself will buy such medicines. </p> <p><br /> Earlier, the company was producing 120 kinds of medicines till 2060 BS. However, due to political interference, its condition got deteriorated slowly. <br /> “NDL has planned to repay the loans when the company comes into full operation. Thus, the government may not have to invest more capital on it,” said Ramesh Kumar Nimitta, General Manager of NDL. <br /> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-20', 'modified' => '2016-09-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4297', 'image' => '20160920043935_moi.JPG', 'article_date' => '2016-09-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '4464', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Ncell Fair Excites Butwal Youths', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 20: Ncell, a mobile service provider, has organized Ncell fair at Sidhheswori ground located in Butwal on September 19. The company informed of org', 'content' => '<p style="text-align:justify">September 20: Mobile service provider Ncell has organized Ncell fair at Sidhheswori ground located in Butwal on September 19. The company informed of organising the fair in order to greet and wish its customers and well-wishers for upcoming festivals after the re-branding of the company. “We are pleased to greet our valued customers for upcoming festivals and exchange happiness with them. We are confident that the fair has energized people to share happiness with family, relatives and peers,” said Milan Sharma, Corporate Communications Expert of the company. According to the company, the major attractions of fair were celebrities, musical performance, game stalls, kids’ zone and food-stalls.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">There was live performance of Sugam Pokharel, Shiva Pariyar, Milan Amatya, Laure, DJ Rupesh and Axe band in the fair. Similarly, comedians such as Sandip Chhetri and UV Angels entertained the audience in the fair.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">The visitors got exciting offers in Ncell products and services during the fair. Also, there was a special Ncell High Tech Zone, where visitors could test data, 3G speed and devices. Likewise, the visitors also got a chance to taste varieties of dishes such as Nepali, Indian and Chinese food with Dashain swing, kite flying competition and mugshot photo booth.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">Meanwhile, the company also concluded a fair organized in Pokhara on September 17 particiapted by locals as well as tourists. The company informed of organising fairs in Dharan and Birtamod on September 22 and September 24 respectively.</p> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-20', 'modified' => '2016-09-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4296', 'image' => '20160920031111_ncell.jpg', 'article_date' => '2016-09-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '4463', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Siddhartha Group Investing in Tourism and Health Sector', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 20: Siddhartha Group has announced of investing in tourism and health sector in upcoming days. Rajesh Agrawal, Director of Siddhartha Group informed so in a', 'content' => '<p>September 20: Siddhartha Group has announced of investing in tourism and health sector in upcoming days. Rajesh Agrawal, Director of Siddhartha Group informed so in an interaction program with dealers organised by Siddhartha Cement under the Group.</p> <p><br /> Presently, the group is engaged in production of wheat flour, flour, semolina, oil, cement and clinker. “Our products are popular among the customers and we are aware to produce qualitative production,” mentioned Agrawal. Siddhartha Cement is producing Siddhartha Buland OPC Cement from close circuit mill since 13 years. “The industry is upgrading new technology as per the requirement of the time,” he said. The program was participated by total of 200 dealers from Lumbini zone.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-20', 'modified' => '2016-09-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4295', 'image' => '20160920025713_siddhartha group.jpg', 'article_date' => '2016-09-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '4462', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Insurance Companies Gearing Up for Paid-up Capital Increment ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 20: While Insurance Board of Nepal is initiating the procedure to increase paid-up capital of the insurance companies, the companies, in the meanwhile, are self-preparing themselves for the raise. “As the insurance sector is growing in the recent days, increase in paid-up capital is required so as to widen the s', 'content' => '<p>September 20: While the Insurance Board is initiating the procedure to increase paid-up capital of the insurance companies, the companies, meanwhile, are preparing themselves for the raise. “As the insurance sector is growing, increase in paid-up capital is required so as to widen the sector furthermore,” said Sushil Bajracharya, Chief Executive Officer of Himalayan General Insurance. As per the existing provision, the minimum paid-up capital for life insurance company and non-life insurance company are Rs 500 million and Rs 250 million respectively. </p> <p>“However, insurance companies are preparing themselves for the big jump on paid-up capital as they might not be able to meet the minimum paid-up capital of Rs 4 billion for non-life and Rs 5 billion for life insurance companies immediately as being prepared by Insurance board,” he opined. The board has sent an initial draft of Insurance Act including such provision to Finance Ministry for discussion fifteen months ago.</p> <p>Considering the to be soon implementing Insurance Act and demand of the market, Himalayan General Insurance has already prepared a capital increment plan. Bajracharya informed that Himalayan will increase its paid-up capital by 220 percent by issuing right shares. “We are submitting a proposal to issue 1:2.2 right shares in the upcoming annual general meeting on September 23. Upon the endorsement of the proposal and issuance of right shares, the paid-up capital will reach above Rs 1 billion from current Rs 320 million,” he added.</p> <p>Similarly, Nepal Life Insurance is also increasing its paid-up capital considering the widened insurance market, as per Bibek Jha, CEO of the company. Presently, Nepal Life has paid-up capital of Rs 1.73 billon. The company raised its paid-up capital from Rs 500 million to Rs 1.73 billion last year as quoted by IB. “It will be difficult to raise the paid-up capital immediately in Nepal due to the limited size of the market,’ he said.</p> <p>In the recent time, other insurance companies are also preceding towards paid-up capital increment. In this regard, Surya Life and various other insurance companies have already issued right shares and bonus shares. Stakeholders opined that to increase the paid-up capital reflecting the increase in the size of the market is natural. “We are preparing right away because it will be difficult to raise the paid-up capital in large extent within a stipulated time later.” Jha said.</p> <p>Likewise, Prime Life Insurance is also preparing to raise paid-up capital and is planning to announce the detail report within one week. Although most of the companies are in favour of increase in paid-up capital, some are neutral on the idea. “There is no necessity to quote the minimum paid-up capital requirement as the paid-up capital is raised as per the company’s growth,” said an official of United Insurance. Meanwhile, IB has been encouraging merger of the companies citing the inability of single company to meeting the paid-up capital target. The board had issued a merger related directive one and a half years ago.</p> <p>IB statistics reveals a significant rise in insurance premium of both life and non-life insurance companies annually. According to the financial statement of FY 2072/73, non-life insurance companies have doubled their profits. The total of 17 non-life insurance companies earned Rs 2.47 billion net profit in during the year 2072/73.</p> <p>The companies earned Rs 1.14 billion net profit in the previous FY which is also two folds more than the previous years. Similarly, 9 life insurance companies operating in the country have earned Rs 747.2 million net profit in the last FY from Rs 603.4 million of the previous FY. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-20', 'modified' => '2016-09-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4294', 'image' => '20160920024854_insurance board.jpg', 'article_date' => '2016-09-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '4461', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Mahindra’s New Showroom at Janakpur', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 20: Agni Group, the authorized distributor for Mahindra in Nepal has opened a new showroom, Shree Krishna Distributor, at Janakpur-14. “The showroom is being operat', 'content' => '<p>September 20: Agni Group, the authorized distributor for Mahindra in Nepal has opened a new showroom, Shree Krishna Distributor, at Janakpur-14. “The showroom is being operated with an aim to provide easy services to the customers,” said the company issuing a press release.</p> <p>The company will showcase Mahindra’s TUV, SUV, tractors and power generators in the showroom. Similarly, the outlet will also showcase the popular models of SUV including KUV100, TUV300 and SUV500.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-20', 'modified' => '2016-09-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4293', 'image' => '20160920125208_mahindra.jpg', 'article_date' => '2016-09-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '4460', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Gionee Launches “Gionee Utsav Offer, Dubai Safar” Festive Scheme ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 20: Gionee is launching its “Gionee Utsav Offer, Dubai Safar” scheme for customers on the occasion of the upcoming festive season, starting September 20 till October 31. Issuing a press statement, the company informed that customers will get a scratch card on the purchase of every Gionee smart', 'content' => '<p>September 20: Gionee is launching its “Gionee Utsav Offer, Dubai Safar” scheme for customers on the occasion of the upcoming festive season, starting September 20 till October 31. Issuing a press statement, the company informed that customers will get a scratch card on the purchase of every Gionee smartphone under the scheme. According to the statement, through the scratch card, either exclusive Gionee gifts, 50 Gionee F103 Pro handsets or 12 Dubai trips (4 days-3nights) can be won.</p> <p><br /> “Since its entry into the Nepali market 2 years ago, Gionee has been well received by Nepali customers. Its latest arrival, the Gionee S6s has received an enthusiastic response in Nepal,” reads the statement.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-20', 'modified' => '2016-09-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4292', 'image' => '20160920112254_Gionee Logo (MNEMONIC) (2).jpg', 'article_date' => '2016-09-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '4459', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Meizu Enters Nepali Market with M3 Note and M3S', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 20: Meizu Technology has officially entered the Nepali market with the launching its two smartphones models Meizu M3 Note and M3S in a program on September 19. The company has a', 'content' => '<p style="text-align:justify">September 20: Meizu Technology has entered the Nepali market with the official launch of two smartphones models. Leon Zhang, Meizu Marketing Head for South Asia unveiled M3 Note and M3S amid a function on September 19 in the capital. The Guangdong-based Chinese smartphone manufacturer has appointed Uibiquiti as its authorised distributor for Nepal. </p> <p style="text-align:justify">The M3 Note is equipped with a 13MP rear camera and 5MP front facing camera. The dual-SIM handset is powered by Helio P10 Octa-core processor and comes with a 4,100 mAh battery, 3GB RAM, 32 GB ROM which is expandable upto 128 GB. It features a 5.5 inch FHD display with 403 pixels per inch. Priced at Rs 24,995, The metal unibody phone is available in grey, silver and gold colours.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">Similarly, the metal-clad M3S has mBack home button and mTouch 2.1 fingerprint sensor for quick recognition. The handset having 13MP rear camera and 5 MP front cameras runs on Android 5.1 Lollipop. The dual-SIM smartphone with a 2.5 D glass curved 5 inch HD display is powered by Octa-core A53 processor and is equipped with 3GB RAM, 32GB ROM and a 3,020 Li-Po battery. Carrying a price tag of Rs 21,495 the phone is available in grey, silver and gold colours. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-20', 'modified' => '2016-09-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4291', 'image' => '20160920103059_meizu.jpg', 'article_date' => '2016-09-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '4458', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Ridi Hydropower to Auction Bid Unsold Right Share', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 20: Ridi Hydropower Development Company is auction bidding 73,661.50 units of unsold right shares. The last date for the interested investors to apply for the shares is October 5. ', 'content' => '<p style="text-align: justify;">September 20: Ridi Hydropower Development Company is auction bidding 73,661.50 units of unsold right shares. The last date for the interested investors to apply for the shares is October 5. </p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><br /> The company has invited sealed bids for 14,278 units of unsold promoter’s right shares and 59,383.50 units of general right shares. The face value of the shares being Rs 100, an investor applying for right shares through auction bidding required to quote the price above Rs 100. The company has appointed Global IME Capital as its Issue Manager. </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-20', 'modified' => '2016-09-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4290', 'image' => '20160920102120_ridi.jpg', 'article_date' => '2016-09-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '4457', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'NAC to get Loan on Government Guarantee', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 19: After the government agrees to act as a guarantor for Nepal Airlines Corporation (NAC), Employees Provident Fund (EPF) and Citizens Investment Trust (CIT) ', 'content' => '<p>September 19: After the government agrees to act as a guarantor for Nepal Airlines Corporation (NAC), Employees Provident Fund (EPF) and Citizens Investment Trust (CIT) along with various banks have also agreed to provide loans to NAC for purchasing wide-body aircraft. “The institutions have agreed to pledge Rs 25 billion loan,” informed Ram Hari Sharma, spokesperson for NAC. According to him, EPF is committed to extend loan of Rs 25 billion whereas CIT and other private banks have also shown interest to grant the loan. </p> <p><br /> “EPF is not the final loan provider. We can also invite tender for loan,” said Shailandra Kansakar, Assistant Spokesperson for NAC. He further said that NAC has many options for loan at present unlike earlier periods. According to him, NAC might take the loans from all including EPF, CIF and private banks without inviting tender. </p> <p><br /> NAC has not specified the rate of interest for loan taking. As per Kansakar, NAC will select bigger loan providing trusts and banks that will provide long term loans at low interest rate. </p> <p><br /> EPF has already invested Rs 10 billion on NAC to purchase narrow-body aircraft. EPF said that it is ready to give more loans to NAC due to the government’s guarantee for the loan. However, the EPF correspondent to NAC does not disclose the percentage of interest rate for the loan. </p> <p><br /> “NAC is trying finalise the loan procedure within few days,” said spokesperson Sharma. NAC is planning to buy two airbuses of 330-200 series with seating capacity of 260 passengers in a bid to strengthen international flights of the country. </p> <p><br /> Sharma informed that NAC is planning to buy the first airbus in a one year and the second one in the next year. Presently, NAC is operating flights to Dubai of United Arab Emirates (UAE), Doha of Qatar, Kuala Lumpur of Malaysia and Kolkata of India through its Boeing. Similarly, it has also been operating flights to New Delhi, Mumbai and Bangalore in India.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-19', 'modified' => '2016-09-19', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4289', 'image' => '20160919053616_nac.jpg', 'article_date' => '2016-09-19 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '4456', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'NCC and ASSOCHAM Sign MoU ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 19: Nepal Chamber of Commerce (NCC) and the Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (ASSOCHAM) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) in the presence of Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal. The MoU was signed by Dr Rajesh Kaji Shrestha, President of NCC and Sunil Kanauria, President of A', 'content' => '<p style="text-align:justify">September 19: Nepal Chamber of Commerce (NCC) and the Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (ASSOCHAM) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) in the presence of Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal. The MoU was signed by Dr Rajesh Kaji Shrestha, President of NCC and Sunil Kanauria, President of ASSOCHAM during the Prime Minister Dahal’s visit to India. </p> <p style="text-align:justify"><br /> The MoU has been signed in a bid to promote bilateral trade and economy, as well as social and cultural development of the two countries. NCC believes that the agreement will ease and promote export of Nepali goods to India and will also help increase more Indian investments and technology in Nepal. During the signing ceremony, Nepali Foreign Minister Prakash Sharan Mahat and Minister for Physical Infrastructure and Transport Ramesh Lekhak were also present. </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-19', 'modified' => '2016-09-19', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4288', 'image' => '20160919031937_ncc.jpg', 'article_date' => '2016-09-19 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '4455', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Private Sector need to Increase Investment on Welfare Projects: Binod Chaudhary', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 19: Binod Chaudhary, Chairman of Chaudhary Group, has stressed the need of increasing private sector spending on welfare projects. He expressed the opinion in Asia Summit 2016 organised by Miken Institute at Singapore on September 16. ', 'content' => '<p style="text-align:justify">September 19: Binod Chaudhary, Chairman of Chaudhary Group, has stressed the need of increasing private sector spending on welfare projects. He expressed the opinion in Asia Summit 2016 organised by Miken Institute at Singapore on September 16. </p> <p style="text-align:justify">"We should recognize the contribution of our society in our profits. Recognizing the contribution of the society, the private sector should self-analyse its contribution to the society,” said Chaudhary.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">Chaudhary's statements came on the backdrop of worldwide recognition earned by Chaudhary Foundation for initiating CG Shelter and CG School projects in the earthquake-affected districts of Nepal. He was honored with the 'Asian Man of the Year' award in a program organised at the UN Building, New York, in August in recognition of his contribution to rehabilitate the earthquake survivors. </p> <p style="text-align:justify">Chaudhary urged the international community to support Nepal's post-quake reconstruction efforts. "Nepal is making an effort to forward reconstruction process. For that matter, we, the business sector also have big responsibility. We all can contribute towards the reconstruction process and I request all of you for the support," he said.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">During the session, Kris Wiluan, Chairman and CEO of Singapore-based KS Energy, PNC Menon, Founder of Sobha Group and John Wood, Founder of Room to Read also spoke along with Chaudhary. Top leadership of private and non-government sector from across the world participated the three day annual summit.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-19', 'modified' => '2016-09-19', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4287', 'image' => '20160919021949_chaudhary.jpg', 'article_date' => '2016-09-19 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '4454', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'WorldLink Internet Connection at Rs 21 ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 19: WorldLink, the internet service provider has launched an internet installation scheme at just Rs 21 on the occasion of its 20th anniversary. The company has also launched one wire TV and internet surfing system.', 'content' => '<p style="text-align:justify">September 19: WorldLink, the internet service provider has launched an internet installation scheme at just Rs 21 on the occasion of its 20th anniversary. The company has also launched one wire TV and internet surfing system.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">“WorldLink will provide internet with 5 mbps speed at Rs 21 installation charge. It will also provide required length of fiber cable, WiFi router, Internet Protocol (IP) and TV set top box for free,” said Bijay Jalan, Acting Director of the company. Moreover, the company will provide three months free TV services to the customers paying annual internet charge.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">Meanwhile, on the occasion, the company organised blood-donation program at Jawalakhel on September 18. 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Issuing a press statement, it has been informed that subscribers are entitled to get Free Clear TV HD Set Top Box & Wireless Cable Modem on purchase of various packages of internet, clear TV and combo service of internet & clear TV services under the offer.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">According to the statement, Dashain offers comprise clear TV offer at Rs 2,999 and cable internet offer at Rs 5,999. Similarly, the offer also includes cable Internet and clear TV combo offer at Rs 5,999, unlimited cable internet and clear TV combo offer at Rs 7,999 and FTTH internet and clear TV combo offer at Rs 9,999.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">“The company has built and bundled its offer packages in a way so that it best suit every customer’s requirement,” reads the statement.</p> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-21', 'modified' => '2016-09-21', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4300', 'image' => '20160921115432_subisu.jpg', 'article_date' => '2016-09-21 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '4467', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => ' Direct Colombo Flight of Himalayan Airlines from Oct 1', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 21: Himalaya Airlines, a Nepal-China Joint Venture Airline has announced its second destination, Colombo, capital of Sri Lanka. Issuing a press statemen', 'content' => '<p style="text-align:justify">September 21: Himalaya Airlines, a Nepal-China Joint Venture airliner has announced Colombo, the capital of Sri Lanka as its second destination. Issuing a press statement, the airline informed of commencing its passenger services on the Kathmandu/Colombo/Kathmandu route with effect from October 1, 2016. The airline will fly its A320-214 (configured with 8 Business Class and 150 Economy class seats) on the new route.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">According to the statement, three flights a week, operating as H9 673, Himalaya will fly every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday departing from Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu at 1130 hours and will arrive in Bandaranaike International Airport, Colombo at 1515 hours. The return H9 674 departs from Colombo at 1615, arriving Kathmandu at 2015 hours on the same day.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">“After an overwhelming response received from the previous 2 non-scheduled flights to Colombo, we found this route to be very potential. We have observed passenger traffic data between the two countries over the last several years before arriving at this route decision. We are very pleased to be able to resume services to and from Colombo as it is an important market for tourism promotion of both countries. Flying to this destination will definitely promote tourism between two nations along with generating new business opportunities,” said Vijay Shrestha, Vice President - Administration of Himalaya Airlines.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">“The airline has appointed Classic Travelas its General Sales Agents (GSA), who will be responsible for the airline’s sales and marketing, market development, reservations and ticketing services representing the airline. The airfare offered by the airlines starts from NPR 29,191 for one way and NPR 50,041for round trip, inclusive of governmental taxes,” reads the statement. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-21', 'modified' => '2016-09-21', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4299', 'image' => '20160921110112_Himalaya Airlines.jpg', 'article_date' => '2016-09-21 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '4466', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Qatar Airways Once Again Bags ‘Best Up in the Air’ Award', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 21: Qatar Airways has been awarded “Best Up in the Air Experience” at the Future Travel Experience Awards for the second consecutive year, at the Future Travel Experience Global 2016 held in Las Vegas.', 'content' => '<p style="text-align:justify">September 21: Qatar Airways has been awarded “Best Up in the Air Experience” at the Future Travel Experience Awards for the second consecutive year, at the Future Travel Experience Global 2016 held in Las Vegas.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">Issuing a press statement, Qatar Airways informed of being recognised as the airline that has gone the extra mile to provide an industry leading in-flight experience. The award highlighted Qatar Airways becoming the first airline globally to operate the Airbus A350, enhancing its in-flight entertainment system with the launch of the award-winning Oryx One, continuing to roll out on-board Wi-Fi across its fleet, and investing in Cabin Crew development, including Emotional Intelligence training and Elite Service training, tailored to the needs of premium passengers.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">“We are honoured to receive this coveted award for the second year in a row; even more so from an organisation that shares the same commitment to delivering the very best possible customer experience,” said Akbar Al Baker, Chief Executive of Qatar Airway. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-21', 'modified' => '2016-09-21', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4298', 'image' => '20160921104911_qatar.jpg', 'article_date' => '2016-09-21 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '4465', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Government to Revive Nepal Drug ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 20: Nepal Drug Limited (NDL), the state owned pharmaceutical company which was closed since last six years to start its operation. The cabinet of Ministers h', 'content' => '<p>September 20: Nepal Drug Limited (NDL), the state owned pharmaceutical company which was closed since last six years to start its operation. The cabinet of Ministers has endorsed the proposal of reviving the company submitted by the Ministry of Industry.</p> <p><br /> The government has decided to invest Rs 146.5 million as a loan for making the state owned company as per the international standard. “The investment will be used to make international standard physical infrastructure along with purchasing required machineries and tools for the company,” said Nabindra Raj Joshi, Industry Minister. According to him, around 70 per cent machines are in proper condition. “We will hire some experts on contract from open competition to handel the management of the company for a while,” he added. </p> <p><br /> The government has also decided to engage the private sector in the company. Minister Joshi informed that discussion on the plan in which assigning management to the private sector in contract and also to sell fixed equity to them is being conducted. “We are planning to sell 1/3 of the total shares to the private sector keeping two third of the share under government’s ownership,” he said adding “The Ministry is exercising in a bid to operate the company as soon as possible.” </p> <p><br /> According to Ministry, NDL will produce essential medicines on the first term. Joshi said that there will be no market problem for those medicines as the government itself will buy such medicines. </p> <p><br /> Earlier, the company was producing 120 kinds of medicines till 2060 BS. However, due to political interference, its condition got deteriorated slowly. <br /> “NDL has planned to repay the loans when the company comes into full operation. Thus, the government may not have to invest more capital on it,” said Ramesh Kumar Nimitta, General Manager of NDL. <br /> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-20', 'modified' => '2016-09-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4297', 'image' => '20160920043935_moi.JPG', 'article_date' => '2016-09-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '4464', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Ncell Fair Excites Butwal Youths', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 20: Ncell, a mobile service provider, has organized Ncell fair at Sidhheswori ground located in Butwal on September 19. The company informed of org', 'content' => '<p style="text-align:justify">September 20: Mobile service provider Ncell has organized Ncell fair at Sidhheswori ground located in Butwal on September 19. The company informed of organising the fair in order to greet and wish its customers and well-wishers for upcoming festivals after the re-branding of the company. “We are pleased to greet our valued customers for upcoming festivals and exchange happiness with them. We are confident that the fair has energized people to share happiness with family, relatives and peers,” said Milan Sharma, Corporate Communications Expert of the company. According to the company, the major attractions of fair were celebrities, musical performance, game stalls, kids’ zone and food-stalls.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">There was live performance of Sugam Pokharel, Shiva Pariyar, Milan Amatya, Laure, DJ Rupesh and Axe band in the fair. Similarly, comedians such as Sandip Chhetri and UV Angels entertained the audience in the fair.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">The visitors got exciting offers in Ncell products and services during the fair. Also, there was a special Ncell High Tech Zone, where visitors could test data, 3G speed and devices. Likewise, the visitors also got a chance to taste varieties of dishes such as Nepali, Indian and Chinese food with Dashain swing, kite flying competition and mugshot photo booth.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">Meanwhile, the company also concluded a fair organized in Pokhara on September 17 particiapted by locals as well as tourists. The company informed of organising fairs in Dharan and Birtamod on September 22 and September 24 respectively.</p> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-20', 'modified' => '2016-09-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4296', 'image' => '20160920031111_ncell.jpg', 'article_date' => '2016-09-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '4463', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Siddhartha Group Investing in Tourism and Health Sector', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 20: Siddhartha Group has announced of investing in tourism and health sector in upcoming days. Rajesh Agrawal, Director of Siddhartha Group informed so in a', 'content' => '<p>September 20: Siddhartha Group has announced of investing in tourism and health sector in upcoming days. Rajesh Agrawal, Director of Siddhartha Group informed so in an interaction program with dealers organised by Siddhartha Cement under the Group.</p> <p><br /> Presently, the group is engaged in production of wheat flour, flour, semolina, oil, cement and clinker. “Our products are popular among the customers and we are aware to produce qualitative production,” mentioned Agrawal. Siddhartha Cement is producing Siddhartha Buland OPC Cement from close circuit mill since 13 years. “The industry is upgrading new technology as per the requirement of the time,” he said. The program was participated by total of 200 dealers from Lumbini zone.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-20', 'modified' => '2016-09-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4295', 'image' => '20160920025713_siddhartha group.jpg', 'article_date' => '2016-09-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '4462', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Insurance Companies Gearing Up for Paid-up Capital Increment ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 20: While Insurance Board of Nepal is initiating the procedure to increase paid-up capital of the insurance companies, the companies, in the meanwhile, are self-preparing themselves for the raise. “As the insurance sector is growing in the recent days, increase in paid-up capital is required so as to widen the s', 'content' => '<p>September 20: While the Insurance Board is initiating the procedure to increase paid-up capital of the insurance companies, the companies, meanwhile, are preparing themselves for the raise. “As the insurance sector is growing, increase in paid-up capital is required so as to widen the sector furthermore,” said Sushil Bajracharya, Chief Executive Officer of Himalayan General Insurance. As per the existing provision, the minimum paid-up capital for life insurance company and non-life insurance company are Rs 500 million and Rs 250 million respectively. </p> <p>“However, insurance companies are preparing themselves for the big jump on paid-up capital as they might not be able to meet the minimum paid-up capital of Rs 4 billion for non-life and Rs 5 billion for life insurance companies immediately as being prepared by Insurance board,” he opined. The board has sent an initial draft of Insurance Act including such provision to Finance Ministry for discussion fifteen months ago.</p> <p>Considering the to be soon implementing Insurance Act and demand of the market, Himalayan General Insurance has already prepared a capital increment plan. Bajracharya informed that Himalayan will increase its paid-up capital by 220 percent by issuing right shares. “We are submitting a proposal to issue 1:2.2 right shares in the upcoming annual general meeting on September 23. Upon the endorsement of the proposal and issuance of right shares, the paid-up capital will reach above Rs 1 billion from current Rs 320 million,” he added.</p> <p>Similarly, Nepal Life Insurance is also increasing its paid-up capital considering the widened insurance market, as per Bibek Jha, CEO of the company. Presently, Nepal Life has paid-up capital of Rs 1.73 billon. The company raised its paid-up capital from Rs 500 million to Rs 1.73 billion last year as quoted by IB. “It will be difficult to raise the paid-up capital immediately in Nepal due to the limited size of the market,’ he said.</p> <p>In the recent time, other insurance companies are also preceding towards paid-up capital increment. In this regard, Surya Life and various other insurance companies have already issued right shares and bonus shares. Stakeholders opined that to increase the paid-up capital reflecting the increase in the size of the market is natural. “We are preparing right away because it will be difficult to raise the paid-up capital in large extent within a stipulated time later.” Jha said.</p> <p>Likewise, Prime Life Insurance is also preparing to raise paid-up capital and is planning to announce the detail report within one week. Although most of the companies are in favour of increase in paid-up capital, some are neutral on the idea. “There is no necessity to quote the minimum paid-up capital requirement as the paid-up capital is raised as per the company’s growth,” said an official of United Insurance. Meanwhile, IB has been encouraging merger of the companies citing the inability of single company to meeting the paid-up capital target. The board had issued a merger related directive one and a half years ago.</p> <p>IB statistics reveals a significant rise in insurance premium of both life and non-life insurance companies annually. According to the financial statement of FY 2072/73, non-life insurance companies have doubled their profits. The total of 17 non-life insurance companies earned Rs 2.47 billion net profit in during the year 2072/73.</p> <p>The companies earned Rs 1.14 billion net profit in the previous FY which is also two folds more than the previous years. Similarly, 9 life insurance companies operating in the country have earned Rs 747.2 million net profit in the last FY from Rs 603.4 million of the previous FY. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-20', 'modified' => '2016-09-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4294', 'image' => '20160920024854_insurance board.jpg', 'article_date' => '2016-09-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '4461', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Mahindra’s New Showroom at Janakpur', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 20: Agni Group, the authorized distributor for Mahindra in Nepal has opened a new showroom, Shree Krishna Distributor, at Janakpur-14. “The showroom is being operat', 'content' => '<p>September 20: Agni Group, the authorized distributor for Mahindra in Nepal has opened a new showroom, Shree Krishna Distributor, at Janakpur-14. “The showroom is being operated with an aim to provide easy services to the customers,” said the company issuing a press release.</p> <p>The company will showcase Mahindra’s TUV, SUV, tractors and power generators in the showroom. Similarly, the outlet will also showcase the popular models of SUV including KUV100, TUV300 and SUV500.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-20', 'modified' => '2016-09-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4293', 'image' => '20160920125208_mahindra.jpg', 'article_date' => '2016-09-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '4460', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Gionee Launches “Gionee Utsav Offer, Dubai Safar” Festive Scheme ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 20: Gionee is launching its “Gionee Utsav Offer, Dubai Safar” scheme for customers on the occasion of the upcoming festive season, starting September 20 till October 31. Issuing a press statement, the company informed that customers will get a scratch card on the purchase of every Gionee smart', 'content' => '<p>September 20: Gionee is launching its “Gionee Utsav Offer, Dubai Safar” scheme for customers on the occasion of the upcoming festive season, starting September 20 till October 31. Issuing a press statement, the company informed that customers will get a scratch card on the purchase of every Gionee smartphone under the scheme. According to the statement, through the scratch card, either exclusive Gionee gifts, 50 Gionee F103 Pro handsets or 12 Dubai trips (4 days-3nights) can be won.</p> <p><br /> “Since its entry into the Nepali market 2 years ago, Gionee has been well received by Nepali customers. Its latest arrival, the Gionee S6s has received an enthusiastic response in Nepal,” reads the statement.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-20', 'modified' => '2016-09-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4292', 'image' => '20160920112254_Gionee Logo (MNEMONIC) (2).jpg', 'article_date' => '2016-09-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '4459', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Meizu Enters Nepali Market with M3 Note and M3S', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 20: Meizu Technology has officially entered the Nepali market with the launching its two smartphones models Meizu M3 Note and M3S in a program on September 19. The company has a', 'content' => '<p style="text-align:justify">September 20: Meizu Technology has entered the Nepali market with the official launch of two smartphones models. Leon Zhang, Meizu Marketing Head for South Asia unveiled M3 Note and M3S amid a function on September 19 in the capital. The Guangdong-based Chinese smartphone manufacturer has appointed Uibiquiti as its authorised distributor for Nepal. </p> <p style="text-align:justify">The M3 Note is equipped with a 13MP rear camera and 5MP front facing camera. The dual-SIM handset is powered by Helio P10 Octa-core processor and comes with a 4,100 mAh battery, 3GB RAM, 32 GB ROM which is expandable upto 128 GB. It features a 5.5 inch FHD display with 403 pixels per inch. Priced at Rs 24,995, The metal unibody phone is available in grey, silver and gold colours.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">Similarly, the metal-clad M3S has mBack home button and mTouch 2.1 fingerprint sensor for quick recognition. The handset having 13MP rear camera and 5 MP front cameras runs on Android 5.1 Lollipop. The dual-SIM smartphone with a 2.5 D glass curved 5 inch HD display is powered by Octa-core A53 processor and is equipped with 3GB RAM, 32GB ROM and a 3,020 Li-Po battery. Carrying a price tag of Rs 21,495 the phone is available in grey, silver and gold colours. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-20', 'modified' => '2016-09-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4291', 'image' => '20160920103059_meizu.jpg', 'article_date' => '2016-09-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '4458', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Ridi Hydropower to Auction Bid Unsold Right Share', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 20: Ridi Hydropower Development Company is auction bidding 73,661.50 units of unsold right shares. The last date for the interested investors to apply for the shares is October 5. ', 'content' => '<p style="text-align: justify;">September 20: Ridi Hydropower Development Company is auction bidding 73,661.50 units of unsold right shares. The last date for the interested investors to apply for the shares is October 5. </p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><br /> The company has invited sealed bids for 14,278 units of unsold promoter’s right shares and 59,383.50 units of general right shares. The face value of the shares being Rs 100, an investor applying for right shares through auction bidding required to quote the price above Rs 100. The company has appointed Global IME Capital as its Issue Manager. </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-20', 'modified' => '2016-09-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4290', 'image' => '20160920102120_ridi.jpg', 'article_date' => '2016-09-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '4457', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'NAC to get Loan on Government Guarantee', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 19: After the government agrees to act as a guarantor for Nepal Airlines Corporation (NAC), Employees Provident Fund (EPF) and Citizens Investment Trust (CIT) ', 'content' => '<p>September 19: After the government agrees to act as a guarantor for Nepal Airlines Corporation (NAC), Employees Provident Fund (EPF) and Citizens Investment Trust (CIT) along with various banks have also agreed to provide loans to NAC for purchasing wide-body aircraft. “The institutions have agreed to pledge Rs 25 billion loan,” informed Ram Hari Sharma, spokesperson for NAC. According to him, EPF is committed to extend loan of Rs 25 billion whereas CIT and other private banks have also shown interest to grant the loan. </p> <p><br /> “EPF is not the final loan provider. We can also invite tender for loan,” said Shailandra Kansakar, Assistant Spokesperson for NAC. He further said that NAC has many options for loan at present unlike earlier periods. According to him, NAC might take the loans from all including EPF, CIF and private banks without inviting tender. </p> <p><br /> NAC has not specified the rate of interest for loan taking. As per Kansakar, NAC will select bigger loan providing trusts and banks that will provide long term loans at low interest rate. </p> <p><br /> EPF has already invested Rs 10 billion on NAC to purchase narrow-body aircraft. EPF said that it is ready to give more loans to NAC due to the government’s guarantee for the loan. However, the EPF correspondent to NAC does not disclose the percentage of interest rate for the loan. </p> <p><br /> “NAC is trying finalise the loan procedure within few days,” said spokesperson Sharma. NAC is planning to buy two airbuses of 330-200 series with seating capacity of 260 passengers in a bid to strengthen international flights of the country. </p> <p><br /> Sharma informed that NAC is planning to buy the first airbus in a one year and the second one in the next year. Presently, NAC is operating flights to Dubai of United Arab Emirates (UAE), Doha of Qatar, Kuala Lumpur of Malaysia and Kolkata of India through its Boeing. Similarly, it has also been operating flights to New Delhi, Mumbai and Bangalore in India.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-19', 'modified' => '2016-09-19', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4289', 'image' => '20160919053616_nac.jpg', 'article_date' => '2016-09-19 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '4456', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'NCC and ASSOCHAM Sign MoU ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 19: Nepal Chamber of Commerce (NCC) and the Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (ASSOCHAM) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) in the presence of Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal. The MoU was signed by Dr Rajesh Kaji Shrestha, President of NCC and Sunil Kanauria, President of A', 'content' => '<p style="text-align:justify">September 19: Nepal Chamber of Commerce (NCC) and the Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (ASSOCHAM) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) in the presence of Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal. The MoU was signed by Dr Rajesh Kaji Shrestha, President of NCC and Sunil Kanauria, President of ASSOCHAM during the Prime Minister Dahal’s visit to India. </p> <p style="text-align:justify"><br /> The MoU has been signed in a bid to promote bilateral trade and economy, as well as social and cultural development of the two countries. NCC believes that the agreement will ease and promote export of Nepali goods to India and will also help increase more Indian investments and technology in Nepal. During the signing ceremony, Nepali Foreign Minister Prakash Sharan Mahat and Minister for Physical Infrastructure and Transport Ramesh Lekhak were also present. </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-19', 'modified' => '2016-09-19', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4288', 'image' => '20160919031937_ncc.jpg', 'article_date' => '2016-09-19 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '4455', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Private Sector need to Increase Investment on Welfare Projects: Binod Chaudhary', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 19: Binod Chaudhary, Chairman of Chaudhary Group, has stressed the need of increasing private sector spending on welfare projects. He expressed the opinion in Asia Summit 2016 organised by Miken Institute at Singapore on September 16. ', 'content' => '<p style="text-align:justify">September 19: Binod Chaudhary, Chairman of Chaudhary Group, has stressed the need of increasing private sector spending on welfare projects. He expressed the opinion in Asia Summit 2016 organised by Miken Institute at Singapore on September 16. </p> <p style="text-align:justify">"We should recognize the contribution of our society in our profits. Recognizing the contribution of the society, the private sector should self-analyse its contribution to the society,” said Chaudhary.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">Chaudhary's statements came on the backdrop of worldwide recognition earned by Chaudhary Foundation for initiating CG Shelter and CG School projects in the earthquake-affected districts of Nepal. He was honored with the 'Asian Man of the Year' award in a program organised at the UN Building, New York, in August in recognition of his contribution to rehabilitate the earthquake survivors. </p> <p style="text-align:justify">Chaudhary urged the international community to support Nepal's post-quake reconstruction efforts. "Nepal is making an effort to forward reconstruction process. For that matter, we, the business sector also have big responsibility. We all can contribute towards the reconstruction process and I request all of you for the support," he said.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">During the session, Kris Wiluan, Chairman and CEO of Singapore-based KS Energy, PNC Menon, Founder of Sobha Group and John Wood, Founder of Room to Read also spoke along with Chaudhary. Top leadership of private and non-government sector from across the world participated the three day annual summit.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-19', 'modified' => '2016-09-19', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4287', 'image' => '20160919021949_chaudhary.jpg', 'article_date' => '2016-09-19 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '4454', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'WorldLink Internet Connection at Rs 21 ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 19: WorldLink, the internet service provider has launched an internet installation scheme at just Rs 21 on the occasion of its 20th anniversary. The company has also launched one wire TV and internet surfing system.', 'content' => '<p style="text-align:justify">September 19: WorldLink, the internet service provider has launched an internet installation scheme at just Rs 21 on the occasion of its 20th anniversary. The company has also launched one wire TV and internet surfing system.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">“WorldLink will provide internet with 5 mbps speed at Rs 21 installation charge. It will also provide required length of fiber cable, WiFi router, Internet Protocol (IP) and TV set top box for free,” said Bijay Jalan, Acting Director of the company. Moreover, the company will provide three months free TV services to the customers paying annual internet charge.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">Meanwhile, on the occasion, the company organised blood-donation program at Jawalakhel on September 18. 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Issuing a press statement, it has been informed that subscribers are entitled to get Free Clear TV HD Set Top Box & Wireless Cable Modem on purchase of various packages of internet, clear TV and combo service of internet & clear TV services under the offer.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">According to the statement, Dashain offers comprise clear TV offer at Rs 2,999 and cable internet offer at Rs 5,999. Similarly, the offer also includes cable Internet and clear TV combo offer at Rs 5,999, unlimited cable internet and clear TV combo offer at Rs 7,999 and FTTH internet and clear TV combo offer at Rs 9,999.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">“The company has built and bundled its offer packages in a way so that it best suit every customer’s requirement,” reads the statement.</p> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-21', 'modified' => '2016-09-21', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4300', 'image' => '20160921115432_subisu.jpg', 'article_date' => '2016-09-21 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '4467', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => ' Direct Colombo Flight of Himalayan Airlines from Oct 1', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 21: Himalaya Airlines, a Nepal-China Joint Venture Airline has announced its second destination, Colombo, capital of Sri Lanka. Issuing a press statemen', 'content' => '<p style="text-align:justify">September 21: Himalaya Airlines, a Nepal-China Joint Venture airliner has announced Colombo, the capital of Sri Lanka as its second destination. Issuing a press statement, the airline informed of commencing its passenger services on the Kathmandu/Colombo/Kathmandu route with effect from October 1, 2016. The airline will fly its A320-214 (configured with 8 Business Class and 150 Economy class seats) on the new route.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">According to the statement, three flights a week, operating as H9 673, Himalaya will fly every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday departing from Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu at 1130 hours and will arrive in Bandaranaike International Airport, Colombo at 1515 hours. The return H9 674 departs from Colombo at 1615, arriving Kathmandu at 2015 hours on the same day.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">“After an overwhelming response received from the previous 2 non-scheduled flights to Colombo, we found this route to be very potential. We have observed passenger traffic data between the two countries over the last several years before arriving at this route decision. We are very pleased to be able to resume services to and from Colombo as it is an important market for tourism promotion of both countries. Flying to this destination will definitely promote tourism between two nations along with generating new business opportunities,” said Vijay Shrestha, Vice President - Administration of Himalaya Airlines.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">“The airline has appointed Classic Travelas its General Sales Agents (GSA), who will be responsible for the airline’s sales and marketing, market development, reservations and ticketing services representing the airline. The airfare offered by the airlines starts from NPR 29,191 for one way and NPR 50,041for round trip, inclusive of governmental taxes,” reads the statement. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-21', 'modified' => '2016-09-21', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4299', 'image' => '20160921110112_Himalaya Airlines.jpg', 'article_date' => '2016-09-21 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '4466', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Qatar Airways Once Again Bags ‘Best Up in the Air’ Award', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 21: Qatar Airways has been awarded “Best Up in the Air Experience” at the Future Travel Experience Awards for the second consecutive year, at the Future Travel Experience Global 2016 held in Las Vegas.', 'content' => '<p style="text-align:justify">September 21: Qatar Airways has been awarded “Best Up in the Air Experience” at the Future Travel Experience Awards for the second consecutive year, at the Future Travel Experience Global 2016 held in Las Vegas.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">Issuing a press statement, Qatar Airways informed of being recognised as the airline that has gone the extra mile to provide an industry leading in-flight experience. The award highlighted Qatar Airways becoming the first airline globally to operate the Airbus A350, enhancing its in-flight entertainment system with the launch of the award-winning Oryx One, continuing to roll out on-board Wi-Fi across its fleet, and investing in Cabin Crew development, including Emotional Intelligence training and Elite Service training, tailored to the needs of premium passengers.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">“We are honoured to receive this coveted award for the second year in a row; even more so from an organisation that shares the same commitment to delivering the very best possible customer experience,” said Akbar Al Baker, Chief Executive of Qatar Airway. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-21', 'modified' => '2016-09-21', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4298', 'image' => '20160921104911_qatar.jpg', 'article_date' => '2016-09-21 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '4465', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Government to Revive Nepal Drug ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 20: Nepal Drug Limited (NDL), the state owned pharmaceutical company which was closed since last six years to start its operation. The cabinet of Ministers h', 'content' => '<p>September 20: Nepal Drug Limited (NDL), the state owned pharmaceutical company which was closed since last six years to start its operation. The cabinet of Ministers has endorsed the proposal of reviving the company submitted by the Ministry of Industry.</p> <p><br /> The government has decided to invest Rs 146.5 million as a loan for making the state owned company as per the international standard. “The investment will be used to make international standard physical infrastructure along with purchasing required machineries and tools for the company,” said Nabindra Raj Joshi, Industry Minister. According to him, around 70 per cent machines are in proper condition. “We will hire some experts on contract from open competition to handel the management of the company for a while,” he added. </p> <p><br /> The government has also decided to engage the private sector in the company. Minister Joshi informed that discussion on the plan in which assigning management to the private sector in contract and also to sell fixed equity to them is being conducted. “We are planning to sell 1/3 of the total shares to the private sector keeping two third of the share under government’s ownership,” he said adding “The Ministry is exercising in a bid to operate the company as soon as possible.” </p> <p><br /> According to Ministry, NDL will produce essential medicines on the first term. Joshi said that there will be no market problem for those medicines as the government itself will buy such medicines. </p> <p><br /> Earlier, the company was producing 120 kinds of medicines till 2060 BS. However, due to political interference, its condition got deteriorated slowly. <br /> “NDL has planned to repay the loans when the company comes into full operation. Thus, the government may not have to invest more capital on it,” said Ramesh Kumar Nimitta, General Manager of NDL. <br /> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-20', 'modified' => '2016-09-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4297', 'image' => '20160920043935_moi.JPG', 'article_date' => '2016-09-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '4464', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Ncell Fair Excites Butwal Youths', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 20: Ncell, a mobile service provider, has organized Ncell fair at Sidhheswori ground located in Butwal on September 19. The company informed of org', 'content' => '<p style="text-align:justify">September 20: Mobile service provider Ncell has organized Ncell fair at Sidhheswori ground located in Butwal on September 19. The company informed of organising the fair in order to greet and wish its customers and well-wishers for upcoming festivals after the re-branding of the company. “We are pleased to greet our valued customers for upcoming festivals and exchange happiness with them. We are confident that the fair has energized people to share happiness with family, relatives and peers,” said Milan Sharma, Corporate Communications Expert of the company. According to the company, the major attractions of fair were celebrities, musical performance, game stalls, kids’ zone and food-stalls.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">There was live performance of Sugam Pokharel, Shiva Pariyar, Milan Amatya, Laure, DJ Rupesh and Axe band in the fair. Similarly, comedians such as Sandip Chhetri and UV Angels entertained the audience in the fair.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">The visitors got exciting offers in Ncell products and services during the fair. Also, there was a special Ncell High Tech Zone, where visitors could test data, 3G speed and devices. Likewise, the visitors also got a chance to taste varieties of dishes such as Nepali, Indian and Chinese food with Dashain swing, kite flying competition and mugshot photo booth.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">Meanwhile, the company also concluded a fair organized in Pokhara on September 17 particiapted by locals as well as tourists. The company informed of organising fairs in Dharan and Birtamod on September 22 and September 24 respectively.</p> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-20', 'modified' => '2016-09-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4296', 'image' => '20160920031111_ncell.jpg', 'article_date' => '2016-09-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '4463', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Siddhartha Group Investing in Tourism and Health Sector', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 20: Siddhartha Group has announced of investing in tourism and health sector in upcoming days. Rajesh Agrawal, Director of Siddhartha Group informed so in a', 'content' => '<p>September 20: Siddhartha Group has announced of investing in tourism and health sector in upcoming days. Rajesh Agrawal, Director of Siddhartha Group informed so in an interaction program with dealers organised by Siddhartha Cement under the Group.</p> <p><br /> Presently, the group is engaged in production of wheat flour, flour, semolina, oil, cement and clinker. “Our products are popular among the customers and we are aware to produce qualitative production,” mentioned Agrawal. Siddhartha Cement is producing Siddhartha Buland OPC Cement from close circuit mill since 13 years. “The industry is upgrading new technology as per the requirement of the time,” he said. The program was participated by total of 200 dealers from Lumbini zone.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-20', 'modified' => '2016-09-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4295', 'image' => '20160920025713_siddhartha group.jpg', 'article_date' => '2016-09-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '4462', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Insurance Companies Gearing Up for Paid-up Capital Increment ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 20: While Insurance Board of Nepal is initiating the procedure to increase paid-up capital of the insurance companies, the companies, in the meanwhile, are self-preparing themselves for the raise. “As the insurance sector is growing in the recent days, increase in paid-up capital is required so as to widen the s', 'content' => '<p>September 20: While the Insurance Board is initiating the procedure to increase paid-up capital of the insurance companies, the companies, meanwhile, are preparing themselves for the raise. “As the insurance sector is growing, increase in paid-up capital is required so as to widen the sector furthermore,” said Sushil Bajracharya, Chief Executive Officer of Himalayan General Insurance. As per the existing provision, the minimum paid-up capital for life insurance company and non-life insurance company are Rs 500 million and Rs 250 million respectively. </p> <p>“However, insurance companies are preparing themselves for the big jump on paid-up capital as they might not be able to meet the minimum paid-up capital of Rs 4 billion for non-life and Rs 5 billion for life insurance companies immediately as being prepared by Insurance board,” he opined. The board has sent an initial draft of Insurance Act including such provision to Finance Ministry for discussion fifteen months ago.</p> <p>Considering the to be soon implementing Insurance Act and demand of the market, Himalayan General Insurance has already prepared a capital increment plan. Bajracharya informed that Himalayan will increase its paid-up capital by 220 percent by issuing right shares. “We are submitting a proposal to issue 1:2.2 right shares in the upcoming annual general meeting on September 23. Upon the endorsement of the proposal and issuance of right shares, the paid-up capital will reach above Rs 1 billion from current Rs 320 million,” he added.</p> <p>Similarly, Nepal Life Insurance is also increasing its paid-up capital considering the widened insurance market, as per Bibek Jha, CEO of the company. Presently, Nepal Life has paid-up capital of Rs 1.73 billon. The company raised its paid-up capital from Rs 500 million to Rs 1.73 billion last year as quoted by IB. “It will be difficult to raise the paid-up capital immediately in Nepal due to the limited size of the market,’ he said.</p> <p>In the recent time, other insurance companies are also preceding towards paid-up capital increment. In this regard, Surya Life and various other insurance companies have already issued right shares and bonus shares. Stakeholders opined that to increase the paid-up capital reflecting the increase in the size of the market is natural. “We are preparing right away because it will be difficult to raise the paid-up capital in large extent within a stipulated time later.” Jha said.</p> <p>Likewise, Prime Life Insurance is also preparing to raise paid-up capital and is planning to announce the detail report within one week. Although most of the companies are in favour of increase in paid-up capital, some are neutral on the idea. “There is no necessity to quote the minimum paid-up capital requirement as the paid-up capital is raised as per the company’s growth,” said an official of United Insurance. Meanwhile, IB has been encouraging merger of the companies citing the inability of single company to meeting the paid-up capital target. The board had issued a merger related directive one and a half years ago.</p> <p>IB statistics reveals a significant rise in insurance premium of both life and non-life insurance companies annually. According to the financial statement of FY 2072/73, non-life insurance companies have doubled their profits. The total of 17 non-life insurance companies earned Rs 2.47 billion net profit in during the year 2072/73.</p> <p>The companies earned Rs 1.14 billion net profit in the previous FY which is also two folds more than the previous years. Similarly, 9 life insurance companies operating in the country have earned Rs 747.2 million net profit in the last FY from Rs 603.4 million of the previous FY. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-20', 'modified' => '2016-09-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4294', 'image' => '20160920024854_insurance board.jpg', 'article_date' => '2016-09-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '4461', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Mahindra’s New Showroom at Janakpur', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 20: Agni Group, the authorized distributor for Mahindra in Nepal has opened a new showroom, Shree Krishna Distributor, at Janakpur-14. “The showroom is being operat', 'content' => '<p>September 20: Agni Group, the authorized distributor for Mahindra in Nepal has opened a new showroom, Shree Krishna Distributor, at Janakpur-14. “The showroom is being operated with an aim to provide easy services to the customers,” said the company issuing a press release.</p> <p>The company will showcase Mahindra’s TUV, SUV, tractors and power generators in the showroom. Similarly, the outlet will also showcase the popular models of SUV including KUV100, TUV300 and SUV500.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-20', 'modified' => '2016-09-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4293', 'image' => '20160920125208_mahindra.jpg', 'article_date' => '2016-09-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '4460', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Gionee Launches “Gionee Utsav Offer, Dubai Safar” Festive Scheme ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 20: Gionee is launching its “Gionee Utsav Offer, Dubai Safar” scheme for customers on the occasion of the upcoming festive season, starting September 20 till October 31. Issuing a press statement, the company informed that customers will get a scratch card on the purchase of every Gionee smart', 'content' => '<p>September 20: Gionee is launching its “Gionee Utsav Offer, Dubai Safar” scheme for customers on the occasion of the upcoming festive season, starting September 20 till October 31. Issuing a press statement, the company informed that customers will get a scratch card on the purchase of every Gionee smartphone under the scheme. According to the statement, through the scratch card, either exclusive Gionee gifts, 50 Gionee F103 Pro handsets or 12 Dubai trips (4 days-3nights) can be won.</p> <p><br /> “Since its entry into the Nepali market 2 years ago, Gionee has been well received by Nepali customers. Its latest arrival, the Gionee S6s has received an enthusiastic response in Nepal,” reads the statement.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-20', 'modified' => '2016-09-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4292', 'image' => '20160920112254_Gionee Logo (MNEMONIC) (2).jpg', 'article_date' => '2016-09-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '4459', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Meizu Enters Nepali Market with M3 Note and M3S', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 20: Meizu Technology has officially entered the Nepali market with the launching its two smartphones models Meizu M3 Note and M3S in a program on September 19. The company has a', 'content' => '<p style="text-align:justify">September 20: Meizu Technology has entered the Nepali market with the official launch of two smartphones models. Leon Zhang, Meizu Marketing Head for South Asia unveiled M3 Note and M3S amid a function on September 19 in the capital. The Guangdong-based Chinese smartphone manufacturer has appointed Uibiquiti as its authorised distributor for Nepal. </p> <p style="text-align:justify">The M3 Note is equipped with a 13MP rear camera and 5MP front facing camera. The dual-SIM handset is powered by Helio P10 Octa-core processor and comes with a 4,100 mAh battery, 3GB RAM, 32 GB ROM which is expandable upto 128 GB. It features a 5.5 inch FHD display with 403 pixels per inch. Priced at Rs 24,995, The metal unibody phone is available in grey, silver and gold colours.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">Similarly, the metal-clad M3S has mBack home button and mTouch 2.1 fingerprint sensor for quick recognition. The handset having 13MP rear camera and 5 MP front cameras runs on Android 5.1 Lollipop. The dual-SIM smartphone with a 2.5 D glass curved 5 inch HD display is powered by Octa-core A53 processor and is equipped with 3GB RAM, 32GB ROM and a 3,020 Li-Po battery. Carrying a price tag of Rs 21,495 the phone is available in grey, silver and gold colours. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-20', 'modified' => '2016-09-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4291', 'image' => '20160920103059_meizu.jpg', 'article_date' => '2016-09-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '4458', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Ridi Hydropower to Auction Bid Unsold Right Share', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 20: Ridi Hydropower Development Company is auction bidding 73,661.50 units of unsold right shares. The last date for the interested investors to apply for the shares is October 5. ', 'content' => '<p style="text-align: justify;">September 20: Ridi Hydropower Development Company is auction bidding 73,661.50 units of unsold right shares. The last date for the interested investors to apply for the shares is October 5. </p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><br /> The company has invited sealed bids for 14,278 units of unsold promoter’s right shares and 59,383.50 units of general right shares. The face value of the shares being Rs 100, an investor applying for right shares through auction bidding required to quote the price above Rs 100. The company has appointed Global IME Capital as its Issue Manager. </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-20', 'modified' => '2016-09-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4290', 'image' => '20160920102120_ridi.jpg', 'article_date' => '2016-09-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '4457', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'NAC to get Loan on Government Guarantee', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 19: After the government agrees to act as a guarantor for Nepal Airlines Corporation (NAC), Employees Provident Fund (EPF) and Citizens Investment Trust (CIT) ', 'content' => '<p>September 19: After the government agrees to act as a guarantor for Nepal Airlines Corporation (NAC), Employees Provident Fund (EPF) and Citizens Investment Trust (CIT) along with various banks have also agreed to provide loans to NAC for purchasing wide-body aircraft. “The institutions have agreed to pledge Rs 25 billion loan,” informed Ram Hari Sharma, spokesperson for NAC. According to him, EPF is committed to extend loan of Rs 25 billion whereas CIT and other private banks have also shown interest to grant the loan. </p> <p><br /> “EPF is not the final loan provider. We can also invite tender for loan,” said Shailandra Kansakar, Assistant Spokesperson for NAC. He further said that NAC has many options for loan at present unlike earlier periods. According to him, NAC might take the loans from all including EPF, CIF and private banks without inviting tender. </p> <p><br /> NAC has not specified the rate of interest for loan taking. As per Kansakar, NAC will select bigger loan providing trusts and banks that will provide long term loans at low interest rate. </p> <p><br /> EPF has already invested Rs 10 billion on NAC to purchase narrow-body aircraft. EPF said that it is ready to give more loans to NAC due to the government’s guarantee for the loan. However, the EPF correspondent to NAC does not disclose the percentage of interest rate for the loan. </p> <p><br /> “NAC is trying finalise the loan procedure within few days,” said spokesperson Sharma. NAC is planning to buy two airbuses of 330-200 series with seating capacity of 260 passengers in a bid to strengthen international flights of the country. </p> <p><br /> Sharma informed that NAC is planning to buy the first airbus in a one year and the second one in the next year. Presently, NAC is operating flights to Dubai of United Arab Emirates (UAE), Doha of Qatar, Kuala Lumpur of Malaysia and Kolkata of India through its Boeing. Similarly, it has also been operating flights to New Delhi, Mumbai and Bangalore in India.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-19', 'modified' => '2016-09-19', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4289', 'image' => '20160919053616_nac.jpg', 'article_date' => '2016-09-19 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '4456', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'NCC and ASSOCHAM Sign MoU ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 19: Nepal Chamber of Commerce (NCC) and the Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (ASSOCHAM) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) in the presence of Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal. The MoU was signed by Dr Rajesh Kaji Shrestha, President of NCC and Sunil Kanauria, President of A', 'content' => '<p style="text-align:justify">September 19: Nepal Chamber of Commerce (NCC) and the Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (ASSOCHAM) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) in the presence of Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal. The MoU was signed by Dr Rajesh Kaji Shrestha, President of NCC and Sunil Kanauria, President of ASSOCHAM during the Prime Minister Dahal’s visit to India. </p> <p style="text-align:justify"><br /> The MoU has been signed in a bid to promote bilateral trade and economy, as well as social and cultural development of the two countries. NCC believes that the agreement will ease and promote export of Nepali goods to India and will also help increase more Indian investments and technology in Nepal. During the signing ceremony, Nepali Foreign Minister Prakash Sharan Mahat and Minister for Physical Infrastructure and Transport Ramesh Lekhak were also present. </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-19', 'modified' => '2016-09-19', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4288', 'image' => '20160919031937_ncc.jpg', 'article_date' => '2016-09-19 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '4455', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Private Sector need to Increase Investment on Welfare Projects: Binod Chaudhary', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 19: Binod Chaudhary, Chairman of Chaudhary Group, has stressed the need of increasing private sector spending on welfare projects. He expressed the opinion in Asia Summit 2016 organised by Miken Institute at Singapore on September 16. ', 'content' => '<p style="text-align:justify">September 19: Binod Chaudhary, Chairman of Chaudhary Group, has stressed the need of increasing private sector spending on welfare projects. He expressed the opinion in Asia Summit 2016 organised by Miken Institute at Singapore on September 16. </p> <p style="text-align:justify">"We should recognize the contribution of our society in our profits. Recognizing the contribution of the society, the private sector should self-analyse its contribution to the society,” said Chaudhary.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">Chaudhary's statements came on the backdrop of worldwide recognition earned by Chaudhary Foundation for initiating CG Shelter and CG School projects in the earthquake-affected districts of Nepal. He was honored with the 'Asian Man of the Year' award in a program organised at the UN Building, New York, in August in recognition of his contribution to rehabilitate the earthquake survivors. </p> <p style="text-align:justify">Chaudhary urged the international community to support Nepal's post-quake reconstruction efforts. "Nepal is making an effort to forward reconstruction process. For that matter, we, the business sector also have big responsibility. We all can contribute towards the reconstruction process and I request all of you for the support," he said.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">During the session, Kris Wiluan, Chairman and CEO of Singapore-based KS Energy, PNC Menon, Founder of Sobha Group and John Wood, Founder of Room to Read also spoke along with Chaudhary. Top leadership of private and non-government sector from across the world participated the three day annual summit.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-19', 'modified' => '2016-09-19', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4287', 'image' => '20160919021949_chaudhary.jpg', 'article_date' => '2016-09-19 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '4454', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'WorldLink Internet Connection at Rs 21 ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 19: WorldLink, the internet service provider has launched an internet installation scheme at just Rs 21 on the occasion of its 20th anniversary. The company has also launched one wire TV and internet surfing system.', 'content' => '<p style="text-align:justify">September 19: WorldLink, the internet service provider has launched an internet installation scheme at just Rs 21 on the occasion of its 20th anniversary. The company has also launched one wire TV and internet surfing system.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">“WorldLink will provide internet with 5 mbps speed at Rs 21 installation charge. It will also provide required length of fiber cable, WiFi router, Internet Protocol (IP) and TV set top box for free,” said Bijay Jalan, Acting Director of the company. Moreover, the company will provide three months free TV services to the customers paying annual internet charge.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">Meanwhile, on the occasion, the company organised blood-donation program at Jawalakhel on September 18. 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Issuing a press statement, it has been informed that subscribers are entitled to get Free Clear TV HD Set Top Box & Wireless Cable Modem on purchase of various packages of internet, clear TV and combo service of internet & clear TV services under the offer.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">According to the statement, Dashain offers comprise clear TV offer at Rs 2,999 and cable internet offer at Rs 5,999. Similarly, the offer also includes cable Internet and clear TV combo offer at Rs 5,999, unlimited cable internet and clear TV combo offer at Rs 7,999 and FTTH internet and clear TV combo offer at Rs 9,999.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">“The company has built and bundled its offer packages in a way so that it best suit every customer’s requirement,” reads the statement.</p> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-21', 'modified' => '2016-09-21', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4300', 'image' => '20160921115432_subisu.jpg', 'article_date' => '2016-09-21 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '4467', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => ' Direct Colombo Flight of Himalayan Airlines from Oct 1', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 21: Himalaya Airlines, a Nepal-China Joint Venture Airline has announced its second destination, Colombo, capital of Sri Lanka. Issuing a press statemen', 'content' => '<p style="text-align:justify">September 21: Himalaya Airlines, a Nepal-China Joint Venture airliner has announced Colombo, the capital of Sri Lanka as its second destination. Issuing a press statement, the airline informed of commencing its passenger services on the Kathmandu/Colombo/Kathmandu route with effect from October 1, 2016. The airline will fly its A320-214 (configured with 8 Business Class and 150 Economy class seats) on the new route.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">According to the statement, three flights a week, operating as H9 673, Himalaya will fly every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday departing from Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu at 1130 hours and will arrive in Bandaranaike International Airport, Colombo at 1515 hours. The return H9 674 departs from Colombo at 1615, arriving Kathmandu at 2015 hours on the same day.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">“After an overwhelming response received from the previous 2 non-scheduled flights to Colombo, we found this route to be very potential. We have observed passenger traffic data between the two countries over the last several years before arriving at this route decision. We are very pleased to be able to resume services to and from Colombo as it is an important market for tourism promotion of both countries. Flying to this destination will definitely promote tourism between two nations along with generating new business opportunities,” said Vijay Shrestha, Vice President - Administration of Himalaya Airlines.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">“The airline has appointed Classic Travelas its General Sales Agents (GSA), who will be responsible for the airline’s sales and marketing, market development, reservations and ticketing services representing the airline. The airfare offered by the airlines starts from NPR 29,191 for one way and NPR 50,041for round trip, inclusive of governmental taxes,” reads the statement. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-21', 'modified' => '2016-09-21', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4299', 'image' => '20160921110112_Himalaya Airlines.jpg', 'article_date' => '2016-09-21 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '4466', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Qatar Airways Once Again Bags ‘Best Up in the Air’ Award', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 21: Qatar Airways has been awarded “Best Up in the Air Experience” at the Future Travel Experience Awards for the second consecutive year, at the Future Travel Experience Global 2016 held in Las Vegas.', 'content' => '<p style="text-align:justify">September 21: Qatar Airways has been awarded “Best Up in the Air Experience” at the Future Travel Experience Awards for the second consecutive year, at the Future Travel Experience Global 2016 held in Las Vegas.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">Issuing a press statement, Qatar Airways informed of being recognised as the airline that has gone the extra mile to provide an industry leading in-flight experience. The award highlighted Qatar Airways becoming the first airline globally to operate the Airbus A350, enhancing its in-flight entertainment system with the launch of the award-winning Oryx One, continuing to roll out on-board Wi-Fi across its fleet, and investing in Cabin Crew development, including Emotional Intelligence training and Elite Service training, tailored to the needs of premium passengers.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">“We are honoured to receive this coveted award for the second year in a row; even more so from an organisation that shares the same commitment to delivering the very best possible customer experience,” said Akbar Al Baker, Chief Executive of Qatar Airway. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-21', 'modified' => '2016-09-21', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4298', 'image' => '20160921104911_qatar.jpg', 'article_date' => '2016-09-21 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '4465', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Government to Revive Nepal Drug ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 20: Nepal Drug Limited (NDL), the state owned pharmaceutical company which was closed since last six years to start its operation. The cabinet of Ministers h', 'content' => '<p>September 20: Nepal Drug Limited (NDL), the state owned pharmaceutical company which was closed since last six years to start its operation. The cabinet of Ministers has endorsed the proposal of reviving the company submitted by the Ministry of Industry.</p> <p><br /> The government has decided to invest Rs 146.5 million as a loan for making the state owned company as per the international standard. “The investment will be used to make international standard physical infrastructure along with purchasing required machineries and tools for the company,” said Nabindra Raj Joshi, Industry Minister. According to him, around 70 per cent machines are in proper condition. “We will hire some experts on contract from open competition to handel the management of the company for a while,” he added. </p> <p><br /> The government has also decided to engage the private sector in the company. Minister Joshi informed that discussion on the plan in which assigning management to the private sector in contract and also to sell fixed equity to them is being conducted. “We are planning to sell 1/3 of the total shares to the private sector keeping two third of the share under government’s ownership,” he said adding “The Ministry is exercising in a bid to operate the company as soon as possible.” </p> <p><br /> According to Ministry, NDL will produce essential medicines on the first term. Joshi said that there will be no market problem for those medicines as the government itself will buy such medicines. </p> <p><br /> Earlier, the company was producing 120 kinds of medicines till 2060 BS. However, due to political interference, its condition got deteriorated slowly. <br /> “NDL has planned to repay the loans when the company comes into full operation. Thus, the government may not have to invest more capital on it,” said Ramesh Kumar Nimitta, General Manager of NDL. <br /> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-20', 'modified' => '2016-09-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4297', 'image' => '20160920043935_moi.JPG', 'article_date' => '2016-09-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '4464', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Ncell Fair Excites Butwal Youths', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 20: Ncell, a mobile service provider, has organized Ncell fair at Sidhheswori ground located in Butwal on September 19. The company informed of org', 'content' => '<p style="text-align:justify">September 20: Mobile service provider Ncell has organized Ncell fair at Sidhheswori ground located in Butwal on September 19. The company informed of organising the fair in order to greet and wish its customers and well-wishers for upcoming festivals after the re-branding of the company. “We are pleased to greet our valued customers for upcoming festivals and exchange happiness with them. We are confident that the fair has energized people to share happiness with family, relatives and peers,” said Milan Sharma, Corporate Communications Expert of the company. According to the company, the major attractions of fair were celebrities, musical performance, game stalls, kids’ zone and food-stalls.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">There was live performance of Sugam Pokharel, Shiva Pariyar, Milan Amatya, Laure, DJ Rupesh and Axe band in the fair. Similarly, comedians such as Sandip Chhetri and UV Angels entertained the audience in the fair.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">The visitors got exciting offers in Ncell products and services during the fair. Also, there was a special Ncell High Tech Zone, where visitors could test data, 3G speed and devices. Likewise, the visitors also got a chance to taste varieties of dishes such as Nepali, Indian and Chinese food with Dashain swing, kite flying competition and mugshot photo booth.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">Meanwhile, the company also concluded a fair organized in Pokhara on September 17 particiapted by locals as well as tourists. The company informed of organising fairs in Dharan and Birtamod on September 22 and September 24 respectively.</p> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-20', 'modified' => '2016-09-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4296', 'image' => '20160920031111_ncell.jpg', 'article_date' => '2016-09-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '4463', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Siddhartha Group Investing in Tourism and Health Sector', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 20: Siddhartha Group has announced of investing in tourism and health sector in upcoming days. Rajesh Agrawal, Director of Siddhartha Group informed so in a', 'content' => '<p>September 20: Siddhartha Group has announced of investing in tourism and health sector in upcoming days. Rajesh Agrawal, Director of Siddhartha Group informed so in an interaction program with dealers organised by Siddhartha Cement under the Group.</p> <p><br /> Presently, the group is engaged in production of wheat flour, flour, semolina, oil, cement and clinker. “Our products are popular among the customers and we are aware to produce qualitative production,” mentioned Agrawal. Siddhartha Cement is producing Siddhartha Buland OPC Cement from close circuit mill since 13 years. “The industry is upgrading new technology as per the requirement of the time,” he said. The program was participated by total of 200 dealers from Lumbini zone.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-20', 'modified' => '2016-09-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4295', 'image' => '20160920025713_siddhartha group.jpg', 'article_date' => '2016-09-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '4462', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Insurance Companies Gearing Up for Paid-up Capital Increment ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 20: While Insurance Board of Nepal is initiating the procedure to increase paid-up capital of the insurance companies, the companies, in the meanwhile, are self-preparing themselves for the raise. “As the insurance sector is growing in the recent days, increase in paid-up capital is required so as to widen the s', 'content' => '<p>September 20: While the Insurance Board is initiating the procedure to increase paid-up capital of the insurance companies, the companies, meanwhile, are preparing themselves for the raise. “As the insurance sector is growing, increase in paid-up capital is required so as to widen the sector furthermore,” said Sushil Bajracharya, Chief Executive Officer of Himalayan General Insurance. As per the existing provision, the minimum paid-up capital for life insurance company and non-life insurance company are Rs 500 million and Rs 250 million respectively. </p> <p>“However, insurance companies are preparing themselves for the big jump on paid-up capital as they might not be able to meet the minimum paid-up capital of Rs 4 billion for non-life and Rs 5 billion for life insurance companies immediately as being prepared by Insurance board,” he opined. The board has sent an initial draft of Insurance Act including such provision to Finance Ministry for discussion fifteen months ago.</p> <p>Considering the to be soon implementing Insurance Act and demand of the market, Himalayan General Insurance has already prepared a capital increment plan. Bajracharya informed that Himalayan will increase its paid-up capital by 220 percent by issuing right shares. “We are submitting a proposal to issue 1:2.2 right shares in the upcoming annual general meeting on September 23. Upon the endorsement of the proposal and issuance of right shares, the paid-up capital will reach above Rs 1 billion from current Rs 320 million,” he added.</p> <p>Similarly, Nepal Life Insurance is also increasing its paid-up capital considering the widened insurance market, as per Bibek Jha, CEO of the company. Presently, Nepal Life has paid-up capital of Rs 1.73 billon. The company raised its paid-up capital from Rs 500 million to Rs 1.73 billion last year as quoted by IB. “It will be difficult to raise the paid-up capital immediately in Nepal due to the limited size of the market,’ he said.</p> <p>In the recent time, other insurance companies are also preceding towards paid-up capital increment. In this regard, Surya Life and various other insurance companies have already issued right shares and bonus shares. Stakeholders opined that to increase the paid-up capital reflecting the increase in the size of the market is natural. “We are preparing right away because it will be difficult to raise the paid-up capital in large extent within a stipulated time later.” Jha said.</p> <p>Likewise, Prime Life Insurance is also preparing to raise paid-up capital and is planning to announce the detail report within one week. Although most of the companies are in favour of increase in paid-up capital, some are neutral on the idea. “There is no necessity to quote the minimum paid-up capital requirement as the paid-up capital is raised as per the company’s growth,” said an official of United Insurance. Meanwhile, IB has been encouraging merger of the companies citing the inability of single company to meeting the paid-up capital target. The board had issued a merger related directive one and a half years ago.</p> <p>IB statistics reveals a significant rise in insurance premium of both life and non-life insurance companies annually. According to the financial statement of FY 2072/73, non-life insurance companies have doubled their profits. The total of 17 non-life insurance companies earned Rs 2.47 billion net profit in during the year 2072/73.</p> <p>The companies earned Rs 1.14 billion net profit in the previous FY which is also two folds more than the previous years. Similarly, 9 life insurance companies operating in the country have earned Rs 747.2 million net profit in the last FY from Rs 603.4 million of the previous FY. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-20', 'modified' => '2016-09-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4294', 'image' => '20160920024854_insurance board.jpg', 'article_date' => '2016-09-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '4461', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Mahindra’s New Showroom at Janakpur', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 20: Agni Group, the authorized distributor for Mahindra in Nepal has opened a new showroom, Shree Krishna Distributor, at Janakpur-14. “The showroom is being operat', 'content' => '<p>September 20: Agni Group, the authorized distributor for Mahindra in Nepal has opened a new showroom, Shree Krishna Distributor, at Janakpur-14. “The showroom is being operated with an aim to provide easy services to the customers,” said the company issuing a press release.</p> <p>The company will showcase Mahindra’s TUV, SUV, tractors and power generators in the showroom. Similarly, the outlet will also showcase the popular models of SUV including KUV100, TUV300 and SUV500.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-20', 'modified' => '2016-09-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4293', 'image' => '20160920125208_mahindra.jpg', 'article_date' => '2016-09-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '4460', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Gionee Launches “Gionee Utsav Offer, Dubai Safar” Festive Scheme ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 20: Gionee is launching its “Gionee Utsav Offer, Dubai Safar” scheme for customers on the occasion of the upcoming festive season, starting September 20 till October 31. Issuing a press statement, the company informed that customers will get a scratch card on the purchase of every Gionee smart', 'content' => '<p>September 20: Gionee is launching its “Gionee Utsav Offer, Dubai Safar” scheme for customers on the occasion of the upcoming festive season, starting September 20 till October 31. Issuing a press statement, the company informed that customers will get a scratch card on the purchase of every Gionee smartphone under the scheme. According to the statement, through the scratch card, either exclusive Gionee gifts, 50 Gionee F103 Pro handsets or 12 Dubai trips (4 days-3nights) can be won.</p> <p><br /> “Since its entry into the Nepali market 2 years ago, Gionee has been well received by Nepali customers. Its latest arrival, the Gionee S6s has received an enthusiastic response in Nepal,” reads the statement.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-20', 'modified' => '2016-09-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4292', 'image' => '20160920112254_Gionee Logo (MNEMONIC) (2).jpg', 'article_date' => '2016-09-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '4459', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Meizu Enters Nepali Market with M3 Note and M3S', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 20: Meizu Technology has officially entered the Nepali market with the launching its two smartphones models Meizu M3 Note and M3S in a program on September 19. The company has a', 'content' => '<p style="text-align:justify">September 20: Meizu Technology has entered the Nepali market with the official launch of two smartphones models. Leon Zhang, Meizu Marketing Head for South Asia unveiled M3 Note and M3S amid a function on September 19 in the capital. The Guangdong-based Chinese smartphone manufacturer has appointed Uibiquiti as its authorised distributor for Nepal. </p> <p style="text-align:justify">The M3 Note is equipped with a 13MP rear camera and 5MP front facing camera. The dual-SIM handset is powered by Helio P10 Octa-core processor and comes with a 4,100 mAh battery, 3GB RAM, 32 GB ROM which is expandable upto 128 GB. It features a 5.5 inch FHD display with 403 pixels per inch. Priced at Rs 24,995, The metal unibody phone is available in grey, silver and gold colours.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">Similarly, the metal-clad M3S has mBack home button and mTouch 2.1 fingerprint sensor for quick recognition. The handset having 13MP rear camera and 5 MP front cameras runs on Android 5.1 Lollipop. The dual-SIM smartphone with a 2.5 D glass curved 5 inch HD display is powered by Octa-core A53 processor and is equipped with 3GB RAM, 32GB ROM and a 3,020 Li-Po battery. Carrying a price tag of Rs 21,495 the phone is available in grey, silver and gold colours. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-20', 'modified' => '2016-09-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4291', 'image' => '20160920103059_meizu.jpg', 'article_date' => '2016-09-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '4458', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Ridi Hydropower to Auction Bid Unsold Right Share', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 20: Ridi Hydropower Development Company is auction bidding 73,661.50 units of unsold right shares. The last date for the interested investors to apply for the shares is October 5. ', 'content' => '<p style="text-align: justify;">September 20: Ridi Hydropower Development Company is auction bidding 73,661.50 units of unsold right shares. The last date for the interested investors to apply for the shares is October 5. </p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><br /> The company has invited sealed bids for 14,278 units of unsold promoter’s right shares and 59,383.50 units of general right shares. The face value of the shares being Rs 100, an investor applying for right shares through auction bidding required to quote the price above Rs 100. The company has appointed Global IME Capital as its Issue Manager. </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-20', 'modified' => '2016-09-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4290', 'image' => '20160920102120_ridi.jpg', 'article_date' => '2016-09-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '4457', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'NAC to get Loan on Government Guarantee', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 19: After the government agrees to act as a guarantor for Nepal Airlines Corporation (NAC), Employees Provident Fund (EPF) and Citizens Investment Trust (CIT) ', 'content' => '<p>September 19: After the government agrees to act as a guarantor for Nepal Airlines Corporation (NAC), Employees Provident Fund (EPF) and Citizens Investment Trust (CIT) along with various banks have also agreed to provide loans to NAC for purchasing wide-body aircraft. “The institutions have agreed to pledge Rs 25 billion loan,” informed Ram Hari Sharma, spokesperson for NAC. According to him, EPF is committed to extend loan of Rs 25 billion whereas CIT and other private banks have also shown interest to grant the loan. </p> <p><br /> “EPF is not the final loan provider. We can also invite tender for loan,” said Shailandra Kansakar, Assistant Spokesperson for NAC. He further said that NAC has many options for loan at present unlike earlier periods. According to him, NAC might take the loans from all including EPF, CIF and private banks without inviting tender. </p> <p><br /> NAC has not specified the rate of interest for loan taking. As per Kansakar, NAC will select bigger loan providing trusts and banks that will provide long term loans at low interest rate. </p> <p><br /> EPF has already invested Rs 10 billion on NAC to purchase narrow-body aircraft. EPF said that it is ready to give more loans to NAC due to the government’s guarantee for the loan. However, the EPF correspondent to NAC does not disclose the percentage of interest rate for the loan. </p> <p><br /> “NAC is trying finalise the loan procedure within few days,” said spokesperson Sharma. NAC is planning to buy two airbuses of 330-200 series with seating capacity of 260 passengers in a bid to strengthen international flights of the country. </p> <p><br /> Sharma informed that NAC is planning to buy the first airbus in a one year and the second one in the next year. Presently, NAC is operating flights to Dubai of United Arab Emirates (UAE), Doha of Qatar, Kuala Lumpur of Malaysia and Kolkata of India through its Boeing. Similarly, it has also been operating flights to New Delhi, Mumbai and Bangalore in India.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-19', 'modified' => '2016-09-19', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4289', 'image' => '20160919053616_nac.jpg', 'article_date' => '2016-09-19 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '4456', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'NCC and ASSOCHAM Sign MoU ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 19: Nepal Chamber of Commerce (NCC) and the Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (ASSOCHAM) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) in the presence of Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal. The MoU was signed by Dr Rajesh Kaji Shrestha, President of NCC and Sunil Kanauria, President of A', 'content' => '<p style="text-align:justify">September 19: Nepal Chamber of Commerce (NCC) and the Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (ASSOCHAM) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) in the presence of Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal. The MoU was signed by Dr Rajesh Kaji Shrestha, President of NCC and Sunil Kanauria, President of ASSOCHAM during the Prime Minister Dahal’s visit to India. </p> <p style="text-align:justify"><br /> The MoU has been signed in a bid to promote bilateral trade and economy, as well as social and cultural development of the two countries. NCC believes that the agreement will ease and promote export of Nepali goods to India and will also help increase more Indian investments and technology in Nepal. During the signing ceremony, Nepali Foreign Minister Prakash Sharan Mahat and Minister for Physical Infrastructure and Transport Ramesh Lekhak were also present. </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-19', 'modified' => '2016-09-19', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4288', 'image' => '20160919031937_ncc.jpg', 'article_date' => '2016-09-19 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '4455', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Private Sector need to Increase Investment on Welfare Projects: Binod Chaudhary', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 19: Binod Chaudhary, Chairman of Chaudhary Group, has stressed the need of increasing private sector spending on welfare projects. He expressed the opinion in Asia Summit 2016 organised by Miken Institute at Singapore on September 16. ', 'content' => '<p style="text-align:justify">September 19: Binod Chaudhary, Chairman of Chaudhary Group, has stressed the need of increasing private sector spending on welfare projects. He expressed the opinion in Asia Summit 2016 organised by Miken Institute at Singapore on September 16. </p> <p style="text-align:justify">"We should recognize the contribution of our society in our profits. Recognizing the contribution of the society, the private sector should self-analyse its contribution to the society,” said Chaudhary.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">Chaudhary's statements came on the backdrop of worldwide recognition earned by Chaudhary Foundation for initiating CG Shelter and CG School projects in the earthquake-affected districts of Nepal. He was honored with the 'Asian Man of the Year' award in a program organised at the UN Building, New York, in August in recognition of his contribution to rehabilitate the earthquake survivors. </p> <p style="text-align:justify">Chaudhary urged the international community to support Nepal's post-quake reconstruction efforts. "Nepal is making an effort to forward reconstruction process. For that matter, we, the business sector also have big responsibility. We all can contribute towards the reconstruction process and I request all of you for the support," he said.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">During the session, Kris Wiluan, Chairman and CEO of Singapore-based KS Energy, PNC Menon, Founder of Sobha Group and John Wood, Founder of Room to Read also spoke along with Chaudhary. Top leadership of private and non-government sector from across the world participated the three day annual summit.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-19', 'modified' => '2016-09-19', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4287', 'image' => '20160919021949_chaudhary.jpg', 'article_date' => '2016-09-19 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '4454', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'WorldLink Internet Connection at Rs 21 ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 19: WorldLink, the internet service provider has launched an internet installation scheme at just Rs 21 on the occasion of its 20th anniversary. The company has also launched one wire TV and internet surfing system.', 'content' => '<p style="text-align:justify">September 19: WorldLink, the internet service provider has launched an internet installation scheme at just Rs 21 on the occasion of its 20th anniversary. The company has also launched one wire TV and internet surfing system.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">“WorldLink will provide internet with 5 mbps speed at Rs 21 installation charge. It will also provide required length of fiber cable, WiFi router, Internet Protocol (IP) and TV set top box for free,” said Bijay Jalan, Acting Director of the company. Moreover, the company will provide three months free TV services to the customers paying annual internet charge.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">Meanwhile, on the occasion, the company organised blood-donation program at Jawalakhel on September 18. The company informed that 200 people participated in blood-donation program. “On the occasion, the company will distribute foods to differently abled people at various places,” informed Jalan.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2016-09-19', 'modified' => '2016-09-19', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '4286', 'image' => '20160919010730_worldlink.jpg', 'article_date' => '2016-09-19 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ) ) $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