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<div>
	<strong>--By TC Correspondent&nbsp;</strong></div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Nepal-India Trade Expo-2014 will be organized at the Adarshnagar Stadium of Birgunj city from February 13 to 20, according to Birgunj Chamber of Commerce and Industries (BiCCI) and Minds Nepal Pvt Ltd, organizers of the event. Speaking at a press conference organized in Birgunj on December 27, BiCCI President Ashok Kumar Baidya said that the Expo will feature nearly 200 stalls related with different business and industries including tourism, technology and agriculture, among others.</div>
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	&ldquo;The Expo which is being organized in Birgunj, one of Nepal&rsquo;s major commercial and industrial hubs, is very important for promoting business and trade in the country,&rdquo; Baidya said, &ldquo;The main purpose of the trade Expo is to expose Birgunj&rsquo;s prospects and possibilities in the area of business and trade.&rdquo;</div>
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	Similarly, President of Minds Nepal, Madan Lamsal said that the Expo will bring to the surface the possibilities of economic development and thus help achieve a robust economic growth through the utilization of these possibilities. &ldquo;The Expo will help reduce the trade deficit by promoting the export of domestic products,&rdquo; hoped Lamsal.</div>
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	The organizers have said that the Expo will be a common platform for investors, producers, distributors and exporters from both India and Nepal to interact with each other and know about different products and services. Music concerts, food festivals and other entertaining activities will also be organized during the Expo, according to the organizers.</div>
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	Nearly half a million people are expected to observe the Expo. Similarly, the organisers also expect a business transaction of Rs 200 million during the Expo.&nbsp;</div>
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	The Expo is being organised in association with the Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI), Ministry of Industry, Birgunj Sub-metropolis and Parsa District Development Committee. &nbsp;&nbsp;</div>',
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<strong>--By TC Correspondent</strong></div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Tourist arrivals to Nepal by air have decreased in the month of December as well. The figures released by the Immigration Office, Tribhuvan International Airport reveal that visitor arrivals in December decreased by 4.9 per cent, compared to the same month last year. The decrease was 7.01 per cent for November. A total of 42,601 international visitors arrived in Nepal in the month of December 2013 which is less by 2,173 tourists in December 2012. In December 2012, a total of 44,774 tourists entered Nepal by air.</div>
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	According to a statement from Nepal Tourism Bard (NTB), the SAARC Market has shown a positive growth of 1.6 per cent with a total of 13,521 international visitors, who visited Nepal in December 2013 as compared to the total arrival figures 13,302 in December, 2012. The increment in SAARC region is basically observed in Bangladesh by 40.3 per cent and Sri Lanka by 49.4 per cent as compared to the figures of the same month of 2012. The negative growth has been recorded in India market by 1.0 per cent and Pakistan by 67.2 per cent in the figures of December, 2012.&nbsp;</div>
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	Even though the Asia segment other than SAARC has shown a negative growth by 3.1 per cent in total, still some positive indicators of growth have been observed in Malaysia by 10 per cent, Chinese Taipei by 3.2 per cent and Thailand by 3.3 per cent with a significant decrease on Chinese arrivals by 9.3 per cent compared to the figures of December, 2012.&nbsp;</div>
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	European segment has posted weaker arrival figures and has registered an overall negative growth by 8.7 per cent. However, arrivals from Belgium, Italy, Norway, Russia, Spain, Switzerland, and Sweden have posted some positive growth compared to the same month last year. Arrivals from Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Germany, the Netherland and the UK have shown negative growths, says the statement.&nbsp;</div>',
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	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Snapchat to Release Updated App After Hack</strong></span></div>
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	<img alt="Snapchat" src="/userfiles/images/tb%20(Copy)(2).jpg" style="float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px; width: 125px; height: 83px;" />Snapchat said it will release an updated version of its app after hackers downloaded usernames and phone numbers for 4.6 million accounts. It said the update will allow users to opt out of appearing in its feature, Find Friends, after they have verified their phone number. Find Friends allows users to upload their address book contacts to find others who are also using the service. The hack came after a security firm warned of vulnerabilities in the app.</div>
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	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Now, Software that can Predict Weather</strong></span></div>
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	<img alt="Softwares to predict weather" src="/userfiles/images/tb1%20(Copy)(2).jpg" style="float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px; width: 125px; height: 94px;" />Scientists have developed a new software that gives anyone the opportunity to know their community, state or country&rsquo;s weather activity for the day and months ahead. Researchers from the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM) designed the software Monitoring Climate Change (Moclic) through which it is possible to organise, store and operate geo-referenced data from climate elements. Moclic can calculate bio and agroclimatic indicators, such as humidity, aridity, rain erosion and rainfall concentration, researchers said.&nbsp;</div>
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	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>LinkedIn, Pinterest More Popular than Twitter: Study</strong></span></div>
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	<img alt="LinkedIn, Pinterest More Popular than Twitter: Study" src="/userfiles/images/tb2%20(Copy)(2).jpg" style="float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px; width: 125px; height: 81px;" />More US adults use LinkedIn and Pinterest than Twitter, but that website attracts a greater proportion of blacks and young adults than do its social media peers, a Pew Research Center study released on last Monday showed. Photo pin-up site Pinterest spiked in popularity over the past year, according to the survey, a poll of 1,445 Internet users aged 18 and older. About 21 per cent of respondents said they employ the service, up sharply from 15 per cent in a similar survey conducted a year ago.</div>
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	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>New Technology Boosts Information Storage in Electronics</strong></span></div>
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	<img alt="New Technology Boosts Information Storage in Electronics" src="/userfiles/images/tb3%20(Copy)(2).jpg" style="float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px; width: 125px; height: 79px;" />Researchers have developed a new technology that enables bigger and longer lasting memory in electronics such as laptops and smartphones. A team of researchers from the Department of Electrical &amp; Computer Engineering at the National University of Singapore (NUS) Faculty of Engineering developed the new Magnetoresistive Random Access Memory (MRAM) technology that can boost information storage in electronic systems. The technology will drastically increase storage space and enhance memory which will ensure that fresh data stays intact, even in the case of a power failure. Led by Dr Yang Hyunsoo, the team developed a new device structure useful for the next generation MRAM chip which can potentially be applied to enhance the user experience in consumer electronics, including personal computers and mobile devices such as laptops and mobile phones.&nbsp;</div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
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	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Microsoft Launches New Safety App for Windows Phone Users</strong></span></div>
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	<img alt="Microsoft Launches New Safety App for Windows Phone Users" src="/userfiles/images/tb4%20(Copy)(1).jpg" style="float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px; width: 125px; height: 103px;" />Technology giant Microsoft launched a new application &lsquo;Guardian&rsquo; with safety features, exclusively for Windows Phone users. Guardian enables users to switch on a &lsquo;track me&rsquo; feature in the app that lets friends and family track them in real-time using Microsoft Windows Azure cloud services and Bing Map, the company said in a release. Guardian users can call for help through an &lsquo;SOS&rsquo; alert button and also connect to security agencies, police and hospitals easily via this app in times of crisis, it added. It took more than six months for a team of Microsoft employees in India to develop the safety app in the Microsoft Garage, the company said. Microsoft Garage is a global employee innovation initiative that gives Microsoft employees an outlet to explore ideas.</div>',
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<strong>--By TC Correspondent</strong></div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Organised by Computer Association Nepal (CAN) CAN InfoTech 2014 has started from January 2nd, Thursday in Kathmandu. The 20th edition of the Information Technology fair will conclude on January 7th, Tuesday. Taken as a leading Information Technology, Entertainment show and conference in Nepal, CAN InfoTech is organized every year with a view to give information on the latest developments in the sector of IT to people. Apart from that, the fair also showcases a number of attractions such as various gadget outlets, huge discounts on popular gadgets and addressing some pressing issues in the field of IT. The entire event also garners a huge number of visitors each year.&nbsp;</div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:16px;"><strong>Some of the attractions of this year&#39;s CAN InfoTech:</strong></span></div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Samsung&#39;s New Range of Galaxy Smartphones&nbsp;</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="Samsung Galaxy" src="/userfiles/images/cn1%20(Copy).jpg" style="float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px;width: 100px; height: 99px;" />Samsung Mobile is exhibiting its smartphones of different series. International Marketing Services Pvt Ltd, the authorised distributor of Samsung Mobile in Nepal has launched Samsung Galaxy Star in the event. &nbsp;The smartphone which features a 4 inch display, 1 GHz Dual-Core Processor, 4 GB internal memory and dual SIM will be available in the exhibition at attractive prices. Similarly, other phones like Samsung Galaxy S Duos 2, Samsung Galaxy S4 and Note 3 are being showcased at the InfoTech.</div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
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	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Colors Quad-2</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="Colors Quad-2" src="/userfiles/images/cn2%20(Copy).jpg" style="float: right; margin: 0px 0px 0px 10px;width: 50px; height: 98px;" />Teletalk Pvt Ltd has launched new smartphone - Xfactor Quad-II. Powered by a 1.3 ghz quad-core processor and 1 GB RAM the smartphone runs on Android Jellybean 4.2. The company is also exhibiting the &nbsp;latest series of Colors phone. The new range of Fighter series and X-Series (X 7N) are being exhibited at CAN Infotech 2014. &nbsp;</div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
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	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Huwawei Smartphones</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="Huwawei Smartphones" src="/userfiles/images/cn3%20(Copy).jpg" style="
float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px;width: 70px; height: 60px;" />Chinese smartphone maker, Huwawei has launched its Ascend series in Nepal at the InfoTech. The high-end Huwawei Ascend P6 is the major attraction along with other eight smartphones. &nbsp;Other phones launched in Nepali market are; Huwawei Ascend G700, Ascend G610 and Ascend Y511. &nbsp;</div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
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	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>SUBISU&#39;s New Offer</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="SUBISU" src="/userfiles/images/cn4%20(Copy)(1).jpg" style="float: right; margin: 0px 0px 0px 10px;width: 100px; height: 48px;" />SUBISU CableNet Pvt Ltd has introduced new and attractive offers on cable internet focusing the retail customers of the company. &nbsp;The company is preparing to introduce special offers of cable Internet so as to increase access of &nbsp;fibre-to-the-home (FTTH) services for residential users.&nbsp;</div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
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	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Neo Tablet of Neoteric and Lumia Smartphones&nbsp;</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="Neo Tablet" src="/userfiles/images/cn5%20(Copy).jpg" style="float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px;width: 70px; height: 115px;" />Neoteric Nepal launched 10/7 inch android tablet focusing the young students under its own Neo brand. The Company has introduced 3 new models- i10, i7 and w7 in the market. Model i10 has 10&rdquo; capacitive touch screen with resolution of 1024x628 pixels. &nbsp;i10 supports 3G , Wi-Fi, FM, GPS and G-sensor. &nbsp;It has Dual-Sim voice calling and 5 megapixel rear camera. Powered by a Dual-Core 1.2 GHz processor and 7000 mAh battery the tablet houses a 8 GB storage and DDR3 1GB RAM. Similarly, &nbsp;the company also launched fourth generation touch screen laptop of Dell &ndash; Bonsai 3000 series(Inspiron 3137), Hardli 7000 series(Inspiron 7437/7537), XPS 12 (Ultrabook-cum-Tablet) . Likewise, Lumia 625 and Lumia 620 of Nokia Lumia series are also among the major attractions.&nbsp;</div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
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	Similarly, &nbsp;Neoteric Nepal is showcasing 1520 and 1320 model tablets supporting assertive screen as well as curriculum based HCL brand tablets during the CAN Info Tech 2014. Along with this, a heavy discount is being offered in the latest accessories of Nokia, Belkin and Logitech.&nbsp;</div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Animation course and 3D movies in Maya Animation</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="Maya Animation Academy " src="/userfiles/images/cn6%20(Copy).jpg" style="float: right; margin: 0px 0px 0px 10px;width: 100px; height: 42px;" />Maya Animation Academy will be informing the visitors of the exhibition about the making of 3D animation movies along with providing information about trainings of the Academy including Diploma in Digital Animation and Visual effects, Advance Diploma in 3D Animation, Visual Effects and Game Designing, Diploma in Design and Multimedia and many more. &nbsp;The academy will also be presenting the animated movies prepared by Nepali animators.&nbsp;</div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Discount offers in Touchkon Smartphones&nbsp;</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="Touchkon Smartphones " src="/userfiles/images/cn7%20(Copy).jpg" style="float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px;width: 70px; height: 78px;" />Touchkon, a Dubai-based company, has been expanding its market in Nepal within short span of time. It has presented its products in CAN infotech 2014 with special discount offers. The compamy has offered discount on five smartphones. The Touchkon smartphone with Android 4.2 Operating System, 1 GB RAM, Cortex A7 quad-core Processor and 12 megapixel camera is available at a discounted rate of Rs 23,100 in the exhibition. Its current price in the matket is Rs 24, 960.&nbsp;</div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
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	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Digicom&rsquo;s ADSL Router of Zing Series&nbsp;</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="Digicom’s ADSL Router of Zing Series " src="/userfiles/images/cn8%20(Copy).jpg" style="float: right; margin: 0px 0px 0px 10px;width: 70px; height: 63px;" />Digicom has brought a new ADSL Router of Zing series. On the purchase of the router, &nbsp;8 GB pendrive comes free of cost. Similarly a 4 GB pendrive is provided on the purchase of broadband router.&nbsp;</div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
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	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Siddharth Bank&rsquo;s ATM in the Exhibition&nbsp;</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="Siddartha Bank" src="/userfiles/images/cn9%20(Copy).jpg" style="float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px;width: 100px; height: 25px;" />The official bank of CAN InfoTech 2014 is operating the ticket sale management of the exhibition. The visitors will feel easier with the placement of ATM of the bank inside the exhibition hall.</div>',
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<strong>--By Angila Sharma</strong></div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	There are few accessories that can boost up the professional outfit of a corporate man. Of them tie is considered to be one of the most suited accessories. It is considered to be a must as it grooms the personality of its wearer by adding professional flavour to any man&rsquo;s look. It symbolizes position in life and personal sense of style of its wearer. It is essential, however, to choose a tie that suits one&rsquo;s personality.&nbsp;</div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
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	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>How to choose a tie</strong></span></div>
<div>
	While choosing a tie, it is necessary that we look for ties that sink well with our shirt. Silk ties are more appropriate and trendy. In terms of color, choose a shade that compliments your shirt and suit. Select colors like black, burgundy, grey, navy blue and other dark colors. Similarly, you can also go for striped and dotted ties. Don&rsquo;t go for vibrant colors. Instead, choose colors that are more sober and manly.</div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
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	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Choosing the proper size</strong></span></div>
<div>
	Pick up a tie that touches the buckle of your belt. Short ties look funny and give you a look that might be considered untidy as a professional. If you want to wear short ties, make sure that you wear a waistcoat. A tie should not be too loose or too tight. Be sure it fits well around your neck.</div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
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	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Matching your tie and shirt</strong></span></div>
<div>
	If you are planning to wear a striped shirt, don&rsquo;t wear a striped tie or a dotted tie. Striped shirt and striped tie is a blunder. So, wear dotted or striped ties only with plain shirts.Wear the ties properly. Insert it under the collar of your shirt properly and ensure that it fits in well within the collar so that it does not derange your look.</div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
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	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Knotting the tie</strong></span></div>
<div>
	Knot is an essential component of tie wearing and an art as well. It is essential that you knot the tie properly. If you don&rsquo;t know how to make a knot, consult someone or take help. But, make sure you have the perfect knot. A tie knot, not done properly, can give you clumsy looks so do understand that there is huge difference between ignorance and fashion.&nbsp;</div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
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	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Wrinkled or Tainted Ties</strong></span></div>
<div>
	A tie, when worn, is the focal point of your attire. Thus, if your tie is wrinkled or tainted, it will grab unnecessary attention and ruin the efforts that the rest of your attire put up. While tie cannot be washed and ironed again and again, as they are very delicate, hang your tie properly in the hanger. Similarly, untie the knot everytime after wearing&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	it so that the fabric does not&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	get spoiled.</div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Accessory Overkill</strong></span></div>
<div>
	When you wear a tie, a brooch can look fine. But, don&rsquo;t overdo it with excessive accessories like tie-pin, chains, collar bars and other neck jewelleries. A tie looks elegant and fashionable, when kept simple.&nbsp;</div>',
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			'description' => 'There are few accessories that can boost up the professional outfit of a corporate man. Of them tie is considered to be one of the most suited accessories. It is considered to be a must as it grooms the personality of its wearer by adding professional flavour to any man’s look. It symbolizes position in life and personal sense of style of its wearer. It is essential, however, to choose a tie that suits one’s personality.',
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			'title' => 'Tourism Briefs (6 - 12 January 2014)',
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	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Bangkok May Get Shutdown on January 13 &nbsp;</strong></span></div>
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	<img alt="Bangkok" src="/userfiles/images/tn3%20(Copy).jpg" style="float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px;width: 200px; height: 87px;" />Thailand is in the midst of great political upheaval as the People&rsquo;s Democratic Reform Committee has serious plans in shutting down Bangkok on January 13. So people planning to visit Bangkok during the period should reschedule their travel plans. Tourists on New Year&rsquo;s Eve too found their travel plans foiled as protestors embarked on a &lsquo;seize the capital&rsquo; campaign. The tourism industry is already facing the impacts as charter flights are being cancelled specially from China and Russia and this trend is likely to continue till January 31st, the Chinese New Year. The hotel occupancy level too is likely to drop by 30-40 percents at a time when Thailand enjoys robust tourism. <em>(Travelandtourworld.com)</em></div>
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	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Apple Users Book More Expensive Trips than Android Users</strong></span></div>
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	<img alt="Apple VS Android" src="/userfiles/images/tn4%20(Copy).jpg" style="float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px;width: 200px; height: 136px;" />A recent analysis on mobile and tablet traffic on leading European travel websites has found that Apple users book more expensive and long haul trips. LowCostHolidays found that Android owners, on tablet or mobile, were more likely to look for shorter travel closer to home in Europe. During the holiday season of 2013, almost a quarter of the website traffic came from Apple devices. New York and Dubai led the list of destination, while other long haul resorts such as Sri Lanka, Maldives and Las Vegas won the next three spots. &nbsp;Android users were more likely to look for trips to destinations in mainland Spain, Tenerife and Ibiza. Generally, Apple users spend on average &pound;100 more than their Android counterparts, the analysis of bookings found. LowCostHolidays also found that Apple users make up their mind about which trip to book quicker than Android owners. &nbsp;Apple products currently hold a 71% share of traffic coming from devices on the site. <em>(Travelandtourworld.com)</em></div>
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	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>New Year&rsquo;s Day 2014 Marks 100 Years of Commercial Aviation &nbsp;</strong></span></div>
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	<img alt="Coomercial Aviation" src="/userfiles/images/tn6%20(Copy).jpg" style="float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px;width: 200px; height: 98px;" />1st January 2014 marks exactly 100 years since the birth of commercial aviation. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has invited everyone with an interest in aviation to join a year-long celebration of the 100th anniversary and take part in a conversation about what needs to happen to make the next 100 years even more momentous. &nbsp;The industry began with only one passenger on one route on 1 January 1914. Today, on average, every day more than 8 million people fly. In 2013 total passenger numbers were 3.1 billion - surpassing the 3 billion mark for the first time ever. That number is expected to grow to 3.3 billion in 2014 (equivalent to 44% of the world&rsquo;s population). Also, the global airline industry turnover is expected to be USD 743 billion in 2014, with an average industry net profit margin of 2.6%. <em>&nbsp;(Traveldailynews.com)</em></div>
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	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>IITT 2014 to Be Held In Mumbai in January</strong></span></div>
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	<img alt="IITT 2014" src="/userfiles/images/tn7%20(Copy).jpg" style="float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px;width: 200px; height: 155px;" />The Asian Business Exhibition &amp; Conferences Ltd and ITE Group PLC will jointly organise India International Travel &amp;Tourism Exhibition (IITT) in Mumbai in January. The event will be conducted on January 16-18, 2014 at the MMRDA Exhibition Center at the city&rsquo;s Bandra Kurla Complex. The IITT is aimed at facilitating networking among domestic and international buyers and giant corporate houses of the travel industry. The event will provide a platform for the exhibitors to showcase their services and products to their counterparts across India and the overseas. Apart from the exhibition, IITT 2014 will feature knowledge seminars on key industry issues and expert perspectives and highlight the challenges of the tourism industry. The event will also create avenues to interact and build relationships for future businesses for the rapidly evolving Indian travel and tourism market in terms of inbound, outbound and domestic travel. A two-day conference is also scheduled to take place at the event. (Traveldailymedia.com)</div>',
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	Surya Prasad Sharma and his team has won the Surya Nepal Eastern open Pro-Am played at the par-70 Nirvana Country Club Health and Golf Resort in Dharan last Sunday.</div>
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<div>
	Surya and his team of amateurs Ansu Limbu, Subarna Limbu and Pratap Limbu scored 12-under 58 to win the title. The team scored 29 points each on two halves. Likewise, Deepak Thapa Magar and amateurs Kaji Rai, Tilak Rai and Ashok Limbu finished second at 59. The team scored 31 on the front nine and added 28 on the back nine.</div>
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<div>
	The team of Deo Raj Pakhrin and amateurs Bhuvan Gurung, Ram Tamang and Raj Kumar Rai came third with the score of 60 on count back after they were tied with the team led by pro Ram Thapa. Rajendra Shrestha won the longest drive award, while Bikram Pariyar bagged the closest to the pin award. The tournament was played under stroke play scramble format.</div>',
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			'description' => 'Surya Prasad Sharma and his team has won the Surya Nepal Eastern open Pro-Am played at the par-70 Nirvana Country Club Health and Golf Resort in Dharan last Sunday.',
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	Hotel Annapurna&rsquo;s New Year Eve Infinity Night 2013 was attended by over three hundred revelers. The programme had performances by Nimba Rumba and Kshitiza Shakya accompanied by a live band along with DJ WAA. A team of Hotel Annapurna&rsquo;s Chefs led by Chef Basu Giri and Chef Situ Sthapit presented a variety of unlimited international cuisines along with free flow of premium drinks, cocktails and mocktails.&nbsp;</div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Qatar Airways has announced a sale offering lowest fares to selected Europe and US destinations. According to the airline, travellers from Nepal will have the opportunity to explore the world for less with the sale, and they can enjoy some of the lowest fares of the season to selected destinations in Europe and the US.&nbsp;</div>
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<div>
	The promotion has begun from 2nd January and will last till 8th January 2014, and is applicable to both economy and business classes. A travel window from 6th January to 15th June 2014 will enable customers to book their travel months in advance. On board, Qatar Airways&#39; service includes its renowned in-flight entertainment system which offers passengers up to 1,000 channels of the latest multi-lingual entertainment. Serving the passengers will be the best cabin crew in the world as voted by readers of the Middle East edition of the magazine Business Traveller.</div>
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<div>
	To make a booking online, customers can go to qatarairways.com/np &nbsp;or visit any Qatar airways sales office or preferred travel agent.</div>',
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			'description' => 'Qatar Airways has announced a sale offering lowest fares to selected Europe and US destinations. According to the airline, travellers from Nepal will have the opportunity to explore the world for less with the sale, and they can enjoy some of the lowest fares of the season to selected destinations in Europe and the US.',
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	&nbsp;</div>
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	<strong>--By Rashika Pokharel</strong></div>
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	Prabindra Singh, Resident Director of Hotel Indreni Himalaya, is a very humble person. He considers life as a challenge because it has many ups and downs and he is ready to face all the hurdles in life. He is a very family person and spends most of his time with his family. Singh loves doing meditation and is involved in many spiritual activities organized by The Art of Living and Osho. He thinks that meditation is very important because it helps one to save time for one self and helps to refresh.</div>
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<div>
	Singh frequently goes to movies with his family. He likes watching movies that have good moral message and teach good lessons about life. Singh loves listening to music and reading spiritual books. He dislikes staying idle and is always engaged in exploring things around.</div>
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<div>
	Singh believes that when a person is involved in the service and hospitality sector, life becomes very tough. As one is mostly engaged with clients, it&rsquo;s hard to allocate adequate time for family and spouse. However, he thinks that if things are scheduled they can be very easily managed. &ldquo;I believe in smart work rather than planned work,&rdquo; says Singh.</div>
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<div>
	Singh thinks that holidays are very important stating that everybody needs a break from hectic routine. He likes going to different places. Last year, Singh visited South-East India and Thailand. His favourite holiday destination is Hua-Hin, Thailand. However, he wants to visit many places like Annapurna Base Camp, Lukla and Ghale Gaun .Among all the trips, Singh&rsquo;s most memorable trip was his honeymoon trip to Pokhara.</div>
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<div>
	Singh is very much interested in sports but due to hectic schedule, he hardly manages times for it. In his school days he was the skipper of his school&rsquo;s football team and used to be a Table Tennis champion.</div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Singh is a very positive and a high-spirited person. He loves reading books that deal about problems of life and also teaches how to lead life with positives attitude. Summing up his attitude towards life, he borrows Osho&rsquo;s quote &ldquo;Forget the time when you suffered but not the lesson it taught to you&rdquo;. Singh believes that problems are part of life and one must deal with them positively.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Singh loves interacting with new people and exploring different cultures. He is available on some social networking sites but is barely active due to his hectic schedule. He uses social media channels for professional purposes also.</div>',
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	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>TU Publishes LLB Second Year Results</strong></span></div>
<div>
	Tribhuvan University (TU) has published the examination result of LLB Second year 2013. TU&rsquo;s Office of the Controller of Examination, Balkhu published results of the examination held during April-May, 2013, on Tuesday, 31st December.</div>
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<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>BPKIHS Tenth Convocation Ceremony in February</strong></span></div>
<div>
	BP Koirala Institute of Health Sciences (BPKIHS), Dharan is going to hold its 10th convocation ceremony on 4thFebruary 2014. The ceremony will be held on the BPKIHS premises itself. The institute has called on all it&rsquo;s passed out students of 2009/2010 batch of MD/MS programme, 2006 /2007 batch of MBBS programme for participating in the ceremony that is scheduled to start from 11 am. Along with that BSc Nursing, BSc MLT, BSc OT, MPH have been also notified to be present at the time. A notice issued by the institution has asked for submitting applications for the ceremony by January 29, 2014.</div>
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<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Students Padlock STA</strong></span></div>
<div>
	Students have padlocked the administration office of the Seti Technical Academy (STA), Doti for an indefinite period from Thursday, January 2. Agitating students padlocked the administrative office demanding sufficient educational resources in the institute. Students have said that they wont open the locks unless their demands are addressed by the campus administration. Classes as well as administrative work at the institute have been halted following the lockout.</div>
<div>
	The campus provides three-year diploma in engineering, ISc (Ag), ANM, Agriculture and Veterinary JTA courses. Around 400 students are studying at present in the institution.&nbsp;</div>
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<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Motor Rally to Promote Literacy</strong></span></div>
<div>
	Rotary Club of Bagmati organized a motor rally on January 2 to promote literacy.The rally began from Tundikhel, Kathmandu and ended at Water Front Resort, Pokhara. Besides promoting literacy, the programme also aimed at encouraging safe driving, as the winner of the competition were decided on the basis of other factors rather than driving speed. To make the event more effective, the organizers had also designed a competition where the participants were judged on the basis of creativity they put in for decorating their cars with artworks that reflected the theme of literacy.In 2005 the Club had organized similar motor rally to promote anti-tobacco and anti-smoking awareness.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>CIAA Committees to Investigate School Funds</strong></span></div>
<div>
	Three Committees have been formed by the Commission for the Investigation of Abuse of Authority (CIAA) to investigate schools in six districts that are out of operation but still receiving the government funds. The committees have been assigned to investigate schools in Sarlahi, Rautahat, Dhanusha, Mahottari, Bara and Parsa district.</div>
<div>
	A committee led by CIAA Joint-secretary Ramkrishna Subedi is said to be studying the schools in Sarlahi and Rautahat while another led by DSP Sudarshan Koirala will inspect schools in Dhanusha and Mahottari. A three-member team led by an under-secretary at the CIAA regional office, Bidurraj Giri will be investigating Bara and Parsa districts.</div>',
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			'description' => 'Tribhuvan University (TU) has published the examination result of LLB Second year 2013. TU’s Office of the Controller of Examination, Balkhu published results of the examination held during April-May, 2013, on Tuesday, 31st December.',
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	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Facts about Organic Food</strong></span></div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Organic is a way of growing agricultural products or raising livestock. The processes used uphold the integrity of the farm and follow a high set of standards that guarantees specific practices are used for both food and non-food products.</div>
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	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>For organic agricultural products, the organic label assures that the foods were grown without the use of toxins like pesticides and fertilizers.</div>
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	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Organic livestock must be grown without the use of synthetic hormones, antibiotics, genetic engineering, or cloning, and are minimally processed without artificial ingredients, preservatives, or irradiation.</div>
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	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Packages that contain the USDA Organic seal may have up to 100 percent organic ingredients included.</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>While there is questionable evidence that organic foods are more nutritious than non-organic foods, organic foods do spare the consumer from ingesting numerous toxic pesticides. These chemicals have been linked to cancer and other diseases.</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Products labeled &ldquo;organic&rdquo; may reflect higher prices because the production process is often on a smaller scale with more labour- and management-intensive practices and stricter regulations.</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Organic animals are often subject to the same torture as factory farming animals, minus the medicine, antibiotics, and other drugs.</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>While consumers reach for packages labeled &ldquo;free range&rdquo;, &ldquo;natural&rdquo;, or &ldquo;organic&rdquo;, it does not guarantee that the animals were treated properly. Most live in cramped cages amongst their waste, are subject to mutilation (dehorning, debeaking, castration), and are sent to factory feedlots to be fattened prior to slaughtering.</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>According to PETA, &ldquo;natural&rdquo; is virtually a meaningless word when labeled on meat packaging. It does not mean that the product is organic, rather is is free of artificial ingredients or added coloring.</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>There are nearly 40 non-organic ingredients that are allowed by the USDA to be included in organic packages.</div>
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<div>
	<img alt="" src="/userfiles/images/fc3%20(Copy)(1).jpg" style="width: 550px; height: 251px; margin-left: 10px; margin-right: 10px;" /></div>
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	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Good Reasons to Buy Organic</strong></span></div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Organic food tastes great!</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Organic production reduces health risks.</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Organic farmers build soil</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Organic farmers work in harmony with nature</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Organic producers are leaders in innovative research</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Organic producers strive to preserve diversity</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Organic farming helps keep rural communities healthy</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Organic produce contains fewer pesticides.</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Organic food is usually fresher when eaten because it doesn&rsquo;t contain preservatives that make it last longer.</div>
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	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Organic farming is better for the environment as it practices reduce pollution (air, water and soil), conserve water, reduce soil erosion, increase soil fertility, and use less energy</div>
<div style="text-align: right;">
	<em>Source: www.dosomething.org</em></div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>',
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• For organic agricultural products, the organic label assures that the foods were grown without the use of toxins like pesticides and fertilizers.',
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<strong>--By Suraksha Adhikari&nbsp;</strong></div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Organic food is slowly getting bigger, both in terms of follower and producer, in Nepal. With the ever-increasing interest among urban Nepalis for organic food, various aspects of organic farming are also surging. Nepali are now more concerned about what they eat and how they are produced or prepared. Being aware of the fact that quality of the products consumed determines health condition, they are willing to pay for healthy food products. This is one of the major reason there is increasing demand for organic vegetables especially in urban areas. This is apparent when you see the growing number of restaurants in the Kathmandu serving dishes made only from Nepali organic food.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	In the present context, population growth, coupled with the drop in food production, has led to the excessive use of chemical fertilizers and other high output technology to increase agro production. The inability of traditionally produced food to meet the day-to-day needs of the growing population has pushed farmers to adopt newer technologies and use chemicals in farming to increase production. However organic farming provides distinct benefits to its consumers and the environment. Despite other benefits that organic products have, Nepal has not been able to harness the potential of this sector besides few commercial crops that serve as examples of organic farming and organic products such as tea, coffee, honey, ginger, cardamom and medicinal herbs.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Steps being taken&nbsp;</strong></span></div>
<div>
	Organic agriculture sector is gaining momentum in Nepal. It possesses great scope for its competitiveness, as Nepal is home to many products, namely spices, essential oils and medicinal plants, fresh fruits and vegetables. &nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	The National Standard for organic agriculture has also been established and endorsed by the government, and working guidelines for two certification systems (Internal Control System and Participatory Guarantee System) are being developed, both of which will serve as an important instrument for taking advantage of the international and domestic markets. The latter is a certification scheme particularly for small farmers whose products are of high demand in the local market, but who cannot meet the high cost of certification.</div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
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							<strong>The Organic Village Kathmandu&rsquo;s product range: Rice, lentils, jams, beans, honey along with different vegetables and fruits and dairy and meat products. Most of the products are grown in mountainous places like Jumla, Humla and Mustang. Some premium products of The Organic Village are Jumli Marsi Rice from Jumla (grown at 2500 m); Kalo Dal (black lentils) from Rasuwa (grown above 2000 m); red rice and yellow rice from Humla; frog meat (called &lsquo;paha&rsquo;). All together, The Organic Village gets its products from 33 districts of the country. It has recently begun exporting organic products of Nepal to the United Kingdom, the Unites States, South Africa and Qatar.</strong></div>
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<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Organic Farms in Kathmandu</strong></span></div>
<div>
	Samir Newa, founder of The Organic Village in Baluwatar, Kathmandu and the pioneer of organic farming in the country said that the interest in organic food products, whether it is fresh apples or vegetables, among the medium-high class families is growing. However, he noted that some people consider organic lifestyle as &lsquo;fashionable&rsquo; rather than actually a way to promote healthy lifestyle.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&ldquo;A majority of the people are still not aware of &lsquo;organic culture&rsquo; in Kathmandu itself,&rdquo; said Newa adding, &ldquo;Organic food is considered to be out of reach of the public as they are expensive and difficult to find.&rdquo; Similarly, a sample study conducted among 500 medium-class people in the Capital by Newa in 2011 claims that only 34 percent of the respondents had knowledge of organic farming and products. Of them,17 percent respondents partially used organic food products and only four percent completely used such products. &ldquo;The government has failed to come up with friendly policies and programmes to encourage organic farming that would protect public health from unwanted chemicals,&rdquo; Newa said.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	The Organic Village was founded in 2003 with the aim of not only growing chemical free food, but also of creating public awareness about the benefits of organic food. The Organic Village is supported by development agencies like UNDP, Winrock International, GTZ, Micro Enterprise Development Program, Small Grants Program. According to Samir Newa, foods grown at high altitude contain less fat than those grown in warm regions.&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Problems and Challenges</strong></span></div>
<div>
	Emphasis on organic agriculture at policy and programme level looks inadequate for its development and promotion. There is a virtual lack of government support to organic growers and marketers. It is necessary that marketability of any organic products, and that too at a premium price over the traditional and modern products has to be assured before starting the cultivation of organic crops. Mass production of organic products and the business volume for market sale are still invisible. Research work on processing and certification are weak and, in many cases, are missing.&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Organic farming has its own shortcomings in Nepal. Poor technical skills and capacity in managing complex farm land problem, insufficient organic technology to support production, lack of research on processing and certification, poor investment capacity, small and fragmented land holding, and less risk bearing capacity among others are the key constraints at the producers&rsquo; level. Poor consumers&rsquo; awareness about organic products, quality and availability, lack of trust regarding the authenticity of the products, higher prices of organic products, impoverished market infrastructure are the constraints at marketers&rsquo; level.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Prospects and Possibilities &nbsp;</strong></span></div>
<div>
	Organic farming holds out huge prospect in Nepalese context. Co-ordinated efforts among the actors are essential to boost it by meeting the challenges on the way to its development. Suresh Prasad Neupane, Member of Paurakhi Samudayik Krishi Sahakari said, &ldquo;Policy environment and clear long term vision and plan including research, extension, market development and commercialization of this sector are vital for the growth of this sector.&rdquo; Adding that organic industry is too small and has a long way to go in Nepal he said, &ldquo;Political commitments such as avoiding conflicting drive to maximize production, hammering proactive policy, initiating organic technology research, providing market incentives and institutionalization of Nepalese organic movement are imperative to further enhance organic sector in Nepal.&rdquo; &nbsp;</div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>National level committees are formed for boosting organic farming in Nepal.</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<strong>&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>National Organic Agriculture Accreditation Body (NOAAB): It accredits and certifies organic products.</strong></div>
<div>
	<strong>&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>National Coordination Committee for Organic Agriculture Production and Processing System (NCCOAPPS): It helps in strengthening production and processing of organic agriculture.</strong></div>',
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	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Civil Bank&rsquo;s &lsquo;Mobile Mai Nagad&rsquo;</strong></span></div>
<div>
	Civil Bank Ltd has introduced a new product named &lsquo;Mobile Mai Nagad&rsquo; on the occasion of New Year 2014. According to the Bank, this product has a complete range of financial services such as deposit, withdrawal from bank account to mobile account, account to account transfer, payment of shopping bills and utility bills through Hello Paisa Network. The Bank has also introduced Cardless ATM service from which cash can be withdrawn by using mobile phone from any Civil Bank ATM without using ATM Card. The Bank has claimed this feature to be available only in Civil Bank. The Bank has signed an agreement with Hello Paisa for this service.&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>IME&rsquo;s &lsquo;Like, Post, Win&rsquo; Facebook Contest</strong></span></div>
<div>
	International Money Express Pvt Ltd (IME) has launched a month-long facebook contest titled &lsquo;Like, Post, Win&rsquo; from 1st January 2014. All existing customers of IME are eligible for the lucky draw but they will have to like IME&rsquo;s official facebook page at www.facebook.com/imeremit and this will allow them to open the contest app where they can post their IME control number generated from their remittance transaction along with their personal details. Existing IME facebook page fans also can participate by posting the transaction ID in the facebook page. Gifts will be given to beneficiaries in Nepal in case of international transactions. Two lucky winners will get NTC or NCell recharge cards worth Rs 500 everyday whereas one lucky draw winner will get Colors Xfactor Bold II mobile set every week. At the end&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	of this contest, the bumper lucky draw winner will get an iPad Air.&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Nabil Honoured Shareholders on 29th AGM</strong></span></div>
<div>
	Nabil Bank Limited held its 29th Annual General Meeting 27th December 2013 under the chairmanship of Krishna Bahadur Manandhar. The AGM approved the payment of 65 per cent dividend (40 per cent cash dividend and 25 per cent bonus shares), totalling Rs 65 per share as recommended by the Board of Directors of the Bank and approved by Nepal Rastra Bank. The AGM also felicitated two public shareholders Dr Madhav Kumar Shrestha and Ishwar Das Karmacharya for their contribution to the Bank. The shareholder duos were conferred with a shawl and appreciation letter.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Himalayan Bank Announces Cash Dividend and Bonus Share</strong></span></div>
<div>
	Himalayan Bank Limited has decided to provide five percent bonus shares and 10 per cent cash dividend to its shareholders from the profit earned in the last fiscal year. The decision was made by a meeting of Board of Directors of the Bank held on 1st January 2014. According to the Bank, the decision is subject to approval of its upcoming 21st AGM and Nepal Rastra Bank.&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Janata Bank&rsquo;s Extension Counter in Pratappur</strong></span></div>
<div>
	Janata Bank Nepal Limtedhas opened an Extension Counter at Pratappur VDC of Nawalparasi. The Bank has started its transactions from the counter from 1st January 2014. With this, the Bank now has 25 branch offices and two extension counters.&nbsp;</div>',
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<div>
	<strong>--By Rachel Emma Silverman</strong></div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Don&rsquo;t call it a catfight.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	That&rsquo;s one of the takeaways of a management study on workplace conflict by researchers at the University of British Columbia. The researchers found that both men and women perceived office disputes between women to be more disruptive to office life than fights between men or between a man and a woman.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	The scholars, Leah D. Sheppard and Karl Aquino, asked 152 subjects to assess three workplace conflict scenarios involving a pair of managers. The examples were identical, save for the names of the individuals involved: Adam and Steven, Adam and Sarah, and Sarah and Anne.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Participants were asked to assess the likelihood that the two managers would be able to repair their relationship and the effect of the dispute on team and company morale. The subjects, both male and female, consistently viewed the conflict between the two women in the most negative light.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	The researchers don&rsquo;t know exactly why women-on-women fights are perceived so negatively, but they have some theories.&ldquo;Conflicts between women violate our norms of what is prescribed for women,&rdquo; says Sheppard.&ldquo;We have this perception that women can be really catty and terrible to each other, but we don&rsquo;t think women should be that way. We want to see women supporting one another, because they are a marginalized group.&rdquo;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Language may play a role, with loaded terms such as &ldquo;catfight&rdquo; and &ldquo;Queen Bee syndrome&rdquo; often deployed when women fight. &nbsp;&ldquo;We are hard-pressed to think of a term comparable to &lsquo;catfight&rsquo; that is regularly used to label conflict and competition between two men,&rdquo; the scholars write in&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	the study.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	The bias against female-female conflict may affect hiring and promotions for women. Managers may unconsciously decide against assigning two women together if there appears to be some discord between them. Women may also be more reluctant to speak up against another female colleague if they think they may be penalized, or labeled as catty, for doing so.The scholars hope that the study will boost managers&rsquo; awareness of the bias against fights between women when dealing with workplace conflicts and assignments. Awareness may also prevent women from harping publicly about conflicts with other women. &ldquo;For me personally, I might avoid ruminating about a conflict with a coworker. It will already be more salient to people, so probably speaking about it won&rsquo;t help,&rdquo; Ms. Sheppard says.<em> (blogs.wsj.com/atwork)</em></div>',
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	&nbsp;</div>
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	<strong>--By TC Correspondent&nbsp;</strong></div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Nepal-India Trade Expo-2014 will be organized at the Adarshnagar Stadium of Birgunj city from February 13 to 20, according to Birgunj Chamber of Commerce and Industries (BiCCI) and Minds Nepal Pvt Ltd, organizers of the event. Speaking at a press conference organized in Birgunj on December 27, BiCCI President Ashok Kumar Baidya said that the Expo will feature nearly 200 stalls related with different business and industries including tourism, technology and agriculture, among others.</div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
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	&ldquo;The Expo which is being organized in Birgunj, one of Nepal&rsquo;s major commercial and industrial hubs, is very important for promoting business and trade in the country,&rdquo; Baidya said, &ldquo;The main purpose of the trade Expo is to expose Birgunj&rsquo;s prospects and possibilities in the area of business and trade.&rdquo;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Similarly, President of Minds Nepal, Madan Lamsal said that the Expo will bring to the surface the possibilities of economic development and thus help achieve a robust economic growth through the utilization of these possibilities. &ldquo;The Expo will help reduce the trade deficit by promoting the export of domestic products,&rdquo; hoped Lamsal.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	The organizers have said that the Expo will be a common platform for investors, producers, distributors and exporters from both India and Nepal to interact with each other and know about different products and services. Music concerts, food festivals and other entertaining activities will also be organized during the Expo, according to the organizers.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Nearly half a million people are expected to observe the Expo. Similarly, the organisers also expect a business transaction of Rs 200 million during the Expo.&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	The Expo is being organised in association with the Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI), Ministry of Industry, Birgunj Sub-metropolis and Parsa District Development Committee. &nbsp;&nbsp;</div>',
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<strong>--By TC Correspondent</strong></div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Tourist arrivals to Nepal by air have decreased in the month of December as well. The figures released by the Immigration Office, Tribhuvan International Airport reveal that visitor arrivals in December decreased by 4.9 per cent, compared to the same month last year. The decrease was 7.01 per cent for November. A total of 42,601 international visitors arrived in Nepal in the month of December 2013 which is less by 2,173 tourists in December 2012. In December 2012, a total of 44,774 tourists entered Nepal by air.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	According to a statement from Nepal Tourism Bard (NTB), the SAARC Market has shown a positive growth of 1.6 per cent with a total of 13,521 international visitors, who visited Nepal in December 2013 as compared to the total arrival figures 13,302 in December, 2012. The increment in SAARC region is basically observed in Bangladesh by 40.3 per cent and Sri Lanka by 49.4 per cent as compared to the figures of the same month of 2012. The negative growth has been recorded in India market by 1.0 per cent and Pakistan by 67.2 per cent in the figures of December, 2012.&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Even though the Asia segment other than SAARC has shown a negative growth by 3.1 per cent in total, still some positive indicators of growth have been observed in Malaysia by 10 per cent, Chinese Taipei by 3.2 per cent and Thailand by 3.3 per cent with a significant decrease on Chinese arrivals by 9.3 per cent compared to the figures of December, 2012.&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	European segment has posted weaker arrival figures and has registered an overall negative growth by 8.7 per cent. However, arrivals from Belgium, Italy, Norway, Russia, Spain, Switzerland, and Sweden have posted some positive growth compared to the same month last year. Arrivals from Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Germany, the Netherland and the UK have shown negative growths, says the statement.&nbsp;</div>',
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			'description' => 'Tourist arrivals to Nepal by air have decreased in the month of December as well. The figures released by the Immigration Office, Tribhuvan International Airport reveal that visitor arrivals in December decreased by 4.9 per cent, compared to the same month last year. The decrease was 7.01 per cent for November. A total of 42,601 international visitors arrived in Nepal in the month of December 2013 which is less by 2,173 tourists in December 2012. In December 2012, a total of 44,774 tourists entered Nepal by air.',
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	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Snapchat to Release Updated App After Hack</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="Snapchat" src="/userfiles/images/tb%20(Copy)(2).jpg" style="float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px; width: 125px; height: 83px;" />Snapchat said it will release an updated version of its app after hackers downloaded usernames and phone numbers for 4.6 million accounts. It said the update will allow users to opt out of appearing in its feature, Find Friends, after they have verified their phone number. Find Friends allows users to upload their address book contacts to find others who are also using the service. The hack came after a security firm warned of vulnerabilities in the app.</div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Now, Software that can Predict Weather</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="Softwares to predict weather" src="/userfiles/images/tb1%20(Copy)(2).jpg" style="float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px; width: 125px; height: 94px;" />Scientists have developed a new software that gives anyone the opportunity to know their community, state or country&rsquo;s weather activity for the day and months ahead. Researchers from the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM) designed the software Monitoring Climate Change (Moclic) through which it is possible to organise, store and operate geo-referenced data from climate elements. Moclic can calculate bio and agroclimatic indicators, such as humidity, aridity, rain erosion and rainfall concentration, researchers said.&nbsp;</div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>LinkedIn, Pinterest More Popular than Twitter: Study</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="LinkedIn, Pinterest More Popular than Twitter: Study" src="/userfiles/images/tb2%20(Copy)(2).jpg" style="float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px; width: 125px; height: 81px;" />More US adults use LinkedIn and Pinterest than Twitter, but that website attracts a greater proportion of blacks and young adults than do its social media peers, a Pew Research Center study released on last Monday showed. Photo pin-up site Pinterest spiked in popularity over the past year, according to the survey, a poll of 1,445 Internet users aged 18 and older. About 21 per cent of respondents said they employ the service, up sharply from 15 per cent in a similar survey conducted a year ago.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>New Technology Boosts Information Storage in Electronics</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="New Technology Boosts Information Storage in Electronics" src="/userfiles/images/tb3%20(Copy)(2).jpg" style="float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px; width: 125px; height: 79px;" />Researchers have developed a new technology that enables bigger and longer lasting memory in electronics such as laptops and smartphones. A team of researchers from the Department of Electrical &amp; Computer Engineering at the National University of Singapore (NUS) Faculty of Engineering developed the new Magnetoresistive Random Access Memory (MRAM) technology that can boost information storage in electronic systems. The technology will drastically increase storage space and enhance memory which will ensure that fresh data stays intact, even in the case of a power failure. Led by Dr Yang Hyunsoo, the team developed a new device structure useful for the next generation MRAM chip which can potentially be applied to enhance the user experience in consumer electronics, including personal computers and mobile devices such as laptops and mobile phones.&nbsp;</div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Microsoft Launches New Safety App for Windows Phone Users</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="Microsoft Launches New Safety App for Windows Phone Users" src="/userfiles/images/tb4%20(Copy)(1).jpg" style="float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px; width: 125px; height: 103px;" />Technology giant Microsoft launched a new application &lsquo;Guardian&rsquo; with safety features, exclusively for Windows Phone users. Guardian enables users to switch on a &lsquo;track me&rsquo; feature in the app that lets friends and family track them in real-time using Microsoft Windows Azure cloud services and Bing Map, the company said in a release. Guardian users can call for help through an &lsquo;SOS&rsquo; alert button and also connect to security agencies, police and hospitals easily via this app in times of crisis, it added. It took more than six months for a team of Microsoft employees in India to develop the safety app in the Microsoft Garage, the company said. Microsoft Garage is a global employee innovation initiative that gives Microsoft employees an outlet to explore ideas.</div>',
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<strong>--By TC Correspondent</strong></div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Organised by Computer Association Nepal (CAN) CAN InfoTech 2014 has started from January 2nd, Thursday in Kathmandu. The 20th edition of the Information Technology fair will conclude on January 7th, Tuesday. Taken as a leading Information Technology, Entertainment show and conference in Nepal, CAN InfoTech is organized every year with a view to give information on the latest developments in the sector of IT to people. Apart from that, the fair also showcases a number of attractions such as various gadget outlets, huge discounts on popular gadgets and addressing some pressing issues in the field of IT. The entire event also garners a huge number of visitors each year.&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:16px;"><strong>Some of the attractions of this year&#39;s CAN InfoTech:</strong></span></div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Samsung&#39;s New Range of Galaxy Smartphones&nbsp;</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="Samsung Galaxy" src="/userfiles/images/cn1%20(Copy).jpg" style="float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px;width: 100px; height: 99px;" />Samsung Mobile is exhibiting its smartphones of different series. International Marketing Services Pvt Ltd, the authorised distributor of Samsung Mobile in Nepal has launched Samsung Galaxy Star in the event. &nbsp;The smartphone which features a 4 inch display, 1 GHz Dual-Core Processor, 4 GB internal memory and dual SIM will be available in the exhibition at attractive prices. Similarly, other phones like Samsung Galaxy S Duos 2, Samsung Galaxy S4 and Note 3 are being showcased at the InfoTech.</div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Colors Quad-2</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="Colors Quad-2" src="/userfiles/images/cn2%20(Copy).jpg" style="float: right; margin: 0px 0px 0px 10px;width: 50px; height: 98px;" />Teletalk Pvt Ltd has launched new smartphone - Xfactor Quad-II. Powered by a 1.3 ghz quad-core processor and 1 GB RAM the smartphone runs on Android Jellybean 4.2. The company is also exhibiting the &nbsp;latest series of Colors phone. The new range of Fighter series and X-Series (X 7N) are being exhibited at CAN Infotech 2014. &nbsp;</div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Huwawei Smartphones</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="Huwawei Smartphones" src="/userfiles/images/cn3%20(Copy).jpg" style="
float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px;width: 70px; height: 60px;" />Chinese smartphone maker, Huwawei has launched its Ascend series in Nepal at the InfoTech. The high-end Huwawei Ascend P6 is the major attraction along with other eight smartphones. &nbsp;Other phones launched in Nepali market are; Huwawei Ascend G700, Ascend G610 and Ascend Y511. &nbsp;</div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>SUBISU&#39;s New Offer</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="SUBISU" src="/userfiles/images/cn4%20(Copy)(1).jpg" style="float: right; margin: 0px 0px 0px 10px;width: 100px; height: 48px;" />SUBISU CableNet Pvt Ltd has introduced new and attractive offers on cable internet focusing the retail customers of the company. &nbsp;The company is preparing to introduce special offers of cable Internet so as to increase access of &nbsp;fibre-to-the-home (FTTH) services for residential users.&nbsp;</div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Neo Tablet of Neoteric and Lumia Smartphones&nbsp;</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="Neo Tablet" src="/userfiles/images/cn5%20(Copy).jpg" style="float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px;width: 70px; height: 115px;" />Neoteric Nepal launched 10/7 inch android tablet focusing the young students under its own Neo brand. The Company has introduced 3 new models- i10, i7 and w7 in the market. Model i10 has 10&rdquo; capacitive touch screen with resolution of 1024x628 pixels. &nbsp;i10 supports 3G , Wi-Fi, FM, GPS and G-sensor. &nbsp;It has Dual-Sim voice calling and 5 megapixel rear camera. Powered by a Dual-Core 1.2 GHz processor and 7000 mAh battery the tablet houses a 8 GB storage and DDR3 1GB RAM. Similarly, &nbsp;the company also launched fourth generation touch screen laptop of Dell &ndash; Bonsai 3000 series(Inspiron 3137), Hardli 7000 series(Inspiron 7437/7537), XPS 12 (Ultrabook-cum-Tablet) . Likewise, Lumia 625 and Lumia 620 of Nokia Lumia series are also among the major attractions.&nbsp;</div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Similarly, &nbsp;Neoteric Nepal is showcasing 1520 and 1320 model tablets supporting assertive screen as well as curriculum based HCL brand tablets during the CAN Info Tech 2014. Along with this, a heavy discount is being offered in the latest accessories of Nokia, Belkin and Logitech.&nbsp;</div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Animation course and 3D movies in Maya Animation</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="Maya Animation Academy " src="/userfiles/images/cn6%20(Copy).jpg" style="float: right; margin: 0px 0px 0px 10px;width: 100px; height: 42px;" />Maya Animation Academy will be informing the visitors of the exhibition about the making of 3D animation movies along with providing information about trainings of the Academy including Diploma in Digital Animation and Visual effects, Advance Diploma in 3D Animation, Visual Effects and Game Designing, Diploma in Design and Multimedia and many more. &nbsp;The academy will also be presenting the animated movies prepared by Nepali animators.&nbsp;</div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Discount offers in Touchkon Smartphones&nbsp;</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="Touchkon Smartphones " src="/userfiles/images/cn7%20(Copy).jpg" style="float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px;width: 70px; height: 78px;" />Touchkon, a Dubai-based company, has been expanding its market in Nepal within short span of time. It has presented its products in CAN infotech 2014 with special discount offers. The compamy has offered discount on five smartphones. The Touchkon smartphone with Android 4.2 Operating System, 1 GB RAM, Cortex A7 quad-core Processor and 12 megapixel camera is available at a discounted rate of Rs 23,100 in the exhibition. Its current price in the matket is Rs 24, 960.&nbsp;</div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Digicom&rsquo;s ADSL Router of Zing Series&nbsp;</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="Digicom’s ADSL Router of Zing Series " src="/userfiles/images/cn8%20(Copy).jpg" style="float: right; margin: 0px 0px 0px 10px;width: 70px; height: 63px;" />Digicom has brought a new ADSL Router of Zing series. On the purchase of the router, &nbsp;8 GB pendrive comes free of cost. Similarly a 4 GB pendrive is provided on the purchase of broadband router.&nbsp;</div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Siddharth Bank&rsquo;s ATM in the Exhibition&nbsp;</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="Siddartha Bank" src="/userfiles/images/cn9%20(Copy).jpg" style="float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px;width: 100px; height: 25px;" />The official bank of CAN InfoTech 2014 is operating the ticket sale management of the exhibition. The visitors will feel easier with the placement of ATM of the bank inside the exhibition hall.</div>',
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<strong>--By Angila Sharma</strong></div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	There are few accessories that can boost up the professional outfit of a corporate man. Of them tie is considered to be one of the most suited accessories. It is considered to be a must as it grooms the personality of its wearer by adding professional flavour to any man&rsquo;s look. It symbolizes position in life and personal sense of style of its wearer. It is essential, however, to choose a tie that suits one&rsquo;s personality.&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>How to choose a tie</strong></span></div>
<div>
	While choosing a tie, it is necessary that we look for ties that sink well with our shirt. Silk ties are more appropriate and trendy. In terms of color, choose a shade that compliments your shirt and suit. Select colors like black, burgundy, grey, navy blue and other dark colors. Similarly, you can also go for striped and dotted ties. Don&rsquo;t go for vibrant colors. Instead, choose colors that are more sober and manly.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Choosing the proper size</strong></span></div>
<div>
	Pick up a tie that touches the buckle of your belt. Short ties look funny and give you a look that might be considered untidy as a professional. If you want to wear short ties, make sure that you wear a waistcoat. A tie should not be too loose or too tight. Be sure it fits well around your neck.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Matching your tie and shirt</strong></span></div>
<div>
	If you are planning to wear a striped shirt, don&rsquo;t wear a striped tie or a dotted tie. Striped shirt and striped tie is a blunder. So, wear dotted or striped ties only with plain shirts.Wear the ties properly. Insert it under the collar of your shirt properly and ensure that it fits in well within the collar so that it does not derange your look.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Knotting the tie</strong></span></div>
<div>
	Knot is an essential component of tie wearing and an art as well. It is essential that you knot the tie properly. If you don&rsquo;t know how to make a knot, consult someone or take help. But, make sure you have the perfect knot. A tie knot, not done properly, can give you clumsy looks so do understand that there is huge difference between ignorance and fashion.&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Wrinkled or Tainted Ties</strong></span></div>
<div>
	A tie, when worn, is the focal point of your attire. Thus, if your tie is wrinkled or tainted, it will grab unnecessary attention and ruin the efforts that the rest of your attire put up. While tie cannot be washed and ironed again and again, as they are very delicate, hang your tie properly in the hanger. Similarly, untie the knot everytime after wearing&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	it so that the fabric does not&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	get spoiled.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Accessory Overkill</strong></span></div>
<div>
	When you wear a tie, a brooch can look fine. But, don&rsquo;t overdo it with excessive accessories like tie-pin, chains, collar bars and other neck jewelleries. A tie looks elegant and fashionable, when kept simple.&nbsp;</div>',
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	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Bangkok May Get Shutdown on January 13 &nbsp;</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="Bangkok" src="/userfiles/images/tn3%20(Copy).jpg" style="float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px;width: 200px; height: 87px;" />Thailand is in the midst of great political upheaval as the People&rsquo;s Democratic Reform Committee has serious plans in shutting down Bangkok on January 13. So people planning to visit Bangkok during the period should reschedule their travel plans. Tourists on New Year&rsquo;s Eve too found their travel plans foiled as protestors embarked on a &lsquo;seize the capital&rsquo; campaign. The tourism industry is already facing the impacts as charter flights are being cancelled specially from China and Russia and this trend is likely to continue till January 31st, the Chinese New Year. The hotel occupancy level too is likely to drop by 30-40 percents at a time when Thailand enjoys robust tourism. <em>(Travelandtourworld.com)</em></div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Apple Users Book More Expensive Trips than Android Users</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="Apple VS Android" src="/userfiles/images/tn4%20(Copy).jpg" style="float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px;width: 200px; height: 136px;" />A recent analysis on mobile and tablet traffic on leading European travel websites has found that Apple users book more expensive and long haul trips. LowCostHolidays found that Android owners, on tablet or mobile, were more likely to look for shorter travel closer to home in Europe. During the holiday season of 2013, almost a quarter of the website traffic came from Apple devices. New York and Dubai led the list of destination, while other long haul resorts such as Sri Lanka, Maldives and Las Vegas won the next three spots. &nbsp;Android users were more likely to look for trips to destinations in mainland Spain, Tenerife and Ibiza. Generally, Apple users spend on average &pound;100 more than their Android counterparts, the analysis of bookings found. LowCostHolidays also found that Apple users make up their mind about which trip to book quicker than Android owners. &nbsp;Apple products currently hold a 71% share of traffic coming from devices on the site. <em>(Travelandtourworld.com)</em></div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>New Year&rsquo;s Day 2014 Marks 100 Years of Commercial Aviation &nbsp;</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="Coomercial Aviation" src="/userfiles/images/tn6%20(Copy).jpg" style="float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px;width: 200px; height: 98px;" />1st January 2014 marks exactly 100 years since the birth of commercial aviation. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has invited everyone with an interest in aviation to join a year-long celebration of the 100th anniversary and take part in a conversation about what needs to happen to make the next 100 years even more momentous. &nbsp;The industry began with only one passenger on one route on 1 January 1914. Today, on average, every day more than 8 million people fly. In 2013 total passenger numbers were 3.1 billion - surpassing the 3 billion mark for the first time ever. That number is expected to grow to 3.3 billion in 2014 (equivalent to 44% of the world&rsquo;s population). Also, the global airline industry turnover is expected to be USD 743 billion in 2014, with an average industry net profit margin of 2.6%. <em>&nbsp;(Traveldailynews.com)</em></div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>IITT 2014 to Be Held In Mumbai in January</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="IITT 2014" src="/userfiles/images/tn7%20(Copy).jpg" style="float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px;width: 200px; height: 155px;" />The Asian Business Exhibition &amp; Conferences Ltd and ITE Group PLC will jointly organise India International Travel &amp;Tourism Exhibition (IITT) in Mumbai in January. The event will be conducted on January 16-18, 2014 at the MMRDA Exhibition Center at the city&rsquo;s Bandra Kurla Complex. The IITT is aimed at facilitating networking among domestic and international buyers and giant corporate houses of the travel industry. The event will provide a platform for the exhibitors to showcase their services and products to their counterparts across India and the overseas. Apart from the exhibition, IITT 2014 will feature knowledge seminars on key industry issues and expert perspectives and highlight the challenges of the tourism industry. The event will also create avenues to interact and build relationships for future businesses for the rapidly evolving Indian travel and tourism market in terms of inbound, outbound and domestic travel. A two-day conference is also scheduled to take place at the event. (Traveldailymedia.com)</div>',
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			'title' => 'Surya And Co Win Surya Nepal Eastern Open Pro-AM',
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Surya Prasad Sharma and his team has won the Surya Nepal Eastern open Pro-Am played at the par-70 Nirvana Country Club Health and Golf Resort in Dharan last Sunday.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Surya and his team of amateurs Ansu Limbu, Subarna Limbu and Pratap Limbu scored 12-under 58 to win the title. The team scored 29 points each on two halves. Likewise, Deepak Thapa Magar and amateurs Kaji Rai, Tilak Rai and Ashok Limbu finished second at 59. The team scored 31 on the front nine and added 28 on the back nine.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	The team of Deo Raj Pakhrin and amateurs Bhuvan Gurung, Ram Tamang and Raj Kumar Rai came third with the score of 60 on count back after they were tied with the team led by pro Ram Thapa. Rajendra Shrestha won the longest drive award, while Bikram Pariyar bagged the closest to the pin award. The tournament was played under stroke play scramble format.</div>',
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			'description' => 'Surya Prasad Sharma and his team has won the Surya Nepal Eastern open Pro-Am played at the par-70 Nirvana Country Club Health and Golf Resort in Dharan last Sunday.',
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	&nbsp;</div>
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	Hotel Annapurna&rsquo;s New Year Eve Infinity Night 2013 was attended by over three hundred revelers. The programme had performances by Nimba Rumba and Kshitiza Shakya accompanied by a live band along with DJ WAA. A team of Hotel Annapurna&rsquo;s Chefs led by Chef Basu Giri and Chef Situ Sthapit presented a variety of unlimited international cuisines along with free flow of premium drinks, cocktails and mocktails.&nbsp;</div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
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	Qatar Airways has announced a sale offering lowest fares to selected Europe and US destinations. According to the airline, travellers from Nepal will have the opportunity to explore the world for less with the sale, and they can enjoy some of the lowest fares of the season to selected destinations in Europe and the US.&nbsp;</div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	The promotion has begun from 2nd January and will last till 8th January 2014, and is applicable to both economy and business classes. A travel window from 6th January to 15th June 2014 will enable customers to book their travel months in advance. On board, Qatar Airways&#39; service includes its renowned in-flight entertainment system which offers passengers up to 1,000 channels of the latest multi-lingual entertainment. Serving the passengers will be the best cabin crew in the world as voted by readers of the Middle East edition of the magazine Business Traveller.</div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	To make a booking online, customers can go to qatarairways.com/np &nbsp;or visit any Qatar airways sales office or preferred travel agent.</div>',
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			'description' => 'Qatar Airways has announced a sale offering lowest fares to selected Europe and US destinations. According to the airline, travellers from Nepal will have the opportunity to explore the world for less with the sale, and they can enjoy some of the lowest fares of the season to selected destinations in Europe and the US.',
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	<strong>--By Rashika Pokharel</strong></div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Prabindra Singh, Resident Director of Hotel Indreni Himalaya, is a very humble person. He considers life as a challenge because it has many ups and downs and he is ready to face all the hurdles in life. He is a very family person and spends most of his time with his family. Singh loves doing meditation and is involved in many spiritual activities organized by The Art of Living and Osho. He thinks that meditation is very important because it helps one to save time for one self and helps to refresh.</div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Singh frequently goes to movies with his family. He likes watching movies that have good moral message and teach good lessons about life. Singh loves listening to music and reading spiritual books. He dislikes staying idle and is always engaged in exploring things around.</div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Singh believes that when a person is involved in the service and hospitality sector, life becomes very tough. As one is mostly engaged with clients, it&rsquo;s hard to allocate adequate time for family and spouse. However, he thinks that if things are scheduled they can be very easily managed. &ldquo;I believe in smart work rather than planned work,&rdquo; says Singh.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Singh thinks that holidays are very important stating that everybody needs a break from hectic routine. He likes going to different places. Last year, Singh visited South-East India and Thailand. His favourite holiday destination is Hua-Hin, Thailand. However, he wants to visit many places like Annapurna Base Camp, Lukla and Ghale Gaun .Among all the trips, Singh&rsquo;s most memorable trip was his honeymoon trip to Pokhara.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Singh is very much interested in sports but due to hectic schedule, he hardly manages times for it. In his school days he was the skipper of his school&rsquo;s football team and used to be a Table Tennis champion.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Singh is a very positive and a high-spirited person. He loves reading books that deal about problems of life and also teaches how to lead life with positives attitude. Summing up his attitude towards life, he borrows Osho&rsquo;s quote &ldquo;Forget the time when you suffered but not the lesson it taught to you&rdquo;. Singh believes that problems are part of life and one must deal with them positively.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Singh loves interacting with new people and exploring different cultures. He is available on some social networking sites but is barely active due to his hectic schedule. He uses social media channels for professional purposes also.</div>',
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	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>TU Publishes LLB Second Year Results</strong></span></div>
<div>
	Tribhuvan University (TU) has published the examination result of LLB Second year 2013. TU&rsquo;s Office of the Controller of Examination, Balkhu published results of the examination held during April-May, 2013, on Tuesday, 31st December.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>BPKIHS Tenth Convocation Ceremony in February</strong></span></div>
<div>
	BP Koirala Institute of Health Sciences (BPKIHS), Dharan is going to hold its 10th convocation ceremony on 4thFebruary 2014. The ceremony will be held on the BPKIHS premises itself. The institute has called on all it&rsquo;s passed out students of 2009/2010 batch of MD/MS programme, 2006 /2007 batch of MBBS programme for participating in the ceremony that is scheduled to start from 11 am. Along with that BSc Nursing, BSc MLT, BSc OT, MPH have been also notified to be present at the time. A notice issued by the institution has asked for submitting applications for the ceremony by January 29, 2014.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Students Padlock STA</strong></span></div>
<div>
	Students have padlocked the administration office of the Seti Technical Academy (STA), Doti for an indefinite period from Thursday, January 2. Agitating students padlocked the administrative office demanding sufficient educational resources in the institute. Students have said that they wont open the locks unless their demands are addressed by the campus administration. Classes as well as administrative work at the institute have been halted following the lockout.</div>
<div>
	The campus provides three-year diploma in engineering, ISc (Ag), ANM, Agriculture and Veterinary JTA courses. Around 400 students are studying at present in the institution.&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Motor Rally to Promote Literacy</strong></span></div>
<div>
	Rotary Club of Bagmati organized a motor rally on January 2 to promote literacy.The rally began from Tundikhel, Kathmandu and ended at Water Front Resort, Pokhara. Besides promoting literacy, the programme also aimed at encouraging safe driving, as the winner of the competition were decided on the basis of other factors rather than driving speed. To make the event more effective, the organizers had also designed a competition where the participants were judged on the basis of creativity they put in for decorating their cars with artworks that reflected the theme of literacy.In 2005 the Club had organized similar motor rally to promote anti-tobacco and anti-smoking awareness.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>CIAA Committees to Investigate School Funds</strong></span></div>
<div>
	Three Committees have been formed by the Commission for the Investigation of Abuse of Authority (CIAA) to investigate schools in six districts that are out of operation but still receiving the government funds. The committees have been assigned to investigate schools in Sarlahi, Rautahat, Dhanusha, Mahottari, Bara and Parsa district.</div>
<div>
	A committee led by CIAA Joint-secretary Ramkrishna Subedi is said to be studying the schools in Sarlahi and Rautahat while another led by DSP Sudarshan Koirala will inspect schools in Dhanusha and Mahottari. A three-member team led by an under-secretary at the CIAA regional office, Bidurraj Giri will be investigating Bara and Parsa districts.</div>',
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	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Facts about Organic Food</strong></span></div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Organic is a way of growing agricultural products or raising livestock. The processes used uphold the integrity of the farm and follow a high set of standards that guarantees specific practices are used for both food and non-food products.</div>
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	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>For organic agricultural products, the organic label assures that the foods were grown without the use of toxins like pesticides and fertilizers.</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Organic livestock must be grown without the use of synthetic hormones, antibiotics, genetic engineering, or cloning, and are minimally processed without artificial ingredients, preservatives, or irradiation.</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Packages that contain the USDA Organic seal may have up to 100 percent organic ingredients included.</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>While there is questionable evidence that organic foods are more nutritious than non-organic foods, organic foods do spare the consumer from ingesting numerous toxic pesticides. These chemicals have been linked to cancer and other diseases.</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Products labeled &ldquo;organic&rdquo; may reflect higher prices because the production process is often on a smaller scale with more labour- and management-intensive practices and stricter regulations.</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Organic animals are often subject to the same torture as factory farming animals, minus the medicine, antibiotics, and other drugs.</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>While consumers reach for packages labeled &ldquo;free range&rdquo;, &ldquo;natural&rdquo;, or &ldquo;organic&rdquo;, it does not guarantee that the animals were treated properly. Most live in cramped cages amongst their waste, are subject to mutilation (dehorning, debeaking, castration), and are sent to factory feedlots to be fattened prior to slaughtering.</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>According to PETA, &ldquo;natural&rdquo; is virtually a meaningless word when labeled on meat packaging. It does not mean that the product is organic, rather is is free of artificial ingredients or added coloring.</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>There are nearly 40 non-organic ingredients that are allowed by the USDA to be included in organic packages.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<img alt="" src="/userfiles/images/fc3%20(Copy)(1).jpg" style="width: 550px; height: 251px; margin-left: 10px; margin-right: 10px;" /></div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Good Reasons to Buy Organic</strong></span></div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Organic food tastes great!</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Organic production reduces health risks.</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Organic farmers build soil</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Organic farmers work in harmony with nature</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Organic producers are leaders in innovative research</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Organic producers strive to preserve diversity</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Organic farming helps keep rural communities healthy</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Organic produce contains fewer pesticides.</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Organic food is usually fresher when eaten because it doesn&rsquo;t contain preservatives that make it last longer.</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Organic farming is better for the environment as it practices reduce pollution (air, water and soil), conserve water, reduce soil erosion, increase soil fertility, and use less energy</div>
<div style="text-align: right;">
	<em>Source: www.dosomething.org</em></div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>',
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• For organic agricultural products, the organic label assures that the foods were grown without the use of toxins like pesticides and fertilizers.',
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<strong>--By Suraksha Adhikari&nbsp;</strong></div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Organic food is slowly getting bigger, both in terms of follower and producer, in Nepal. With the ever-increasing interest among urban Nepalis for organic food, various aspects of organic farming are also surging. Nepali are now more concerned about what they eat and how they are produced or prepared. Being aware of the fact that quality of the products consumed determines health condition, they are willing to pay for healthy food products. This is one of the major reason there is increasing demand for organic vegetables especially in urban areas. This is apparent when you see the growing number of restaurants in the Kathmandu serving dishes made only from Nepali organic food.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	In the present context, population growth, coupled with the drop in food production, has led to the excessive use of chemical fertilizers and other high output technology to increase agro production. The inability of traditionally produced food to meet the day-to-day needs of the growing population has pushed farmers to adopt newer technologies and use chemicals in farming to increase production. However organic farming provides distinct benefits to its consumers and the environment. Despite other benefits that organic products have, Nepal has not been able to harness the potential of this sector besides few commercial crops that serve as examples of organic farming and organic products such as tea, coffee, honey, ginger, cardamom and medicinal herbs.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Steps being taken&nbsp;</strong></span></div>
<div>
	Organic agriculture sector is gaining momentum in Nepal. It possesses great scope for its competitiveness, as Nepal is home to many products, namely spices, essential oils and medicinal plants, fresh fruits and vegetables. &nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	The National Standard for organic agriculture has also been established and endorsed by the government, and working guidelines for two certification systems (Internal Control System and Participatory Guarantee System) are being developed, both of which will serve as an important instrument for taking advantage of the international and domestic markets. The latter is a certification scheme particularly for small farmers whose products are of high demand in the local market, but who cannot meet the high cost of certification.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
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							<strong>The Organic Village Kathmandu&rsquo;s product range: Rice, lentils, jams, beans, honey along with different vegetables and fruits and dairy and meat products. Most of the products are grown in mountainous places like Jumla, Humla and Mustang. Some premium products of The Organic Village are Jumli Marsi Rice from Jumla (grown at 2500 m); Kalo Dal (black lentils) from Rasuwa (grown above 2000 m); red rice and yellow rice from Humla; frog meat (called &lsquo;paha&rsquo;). All together, The Organic Village gets its products from 33 districts of the country. It has recently begun exporting organic products of Nepal to the United Kingdom, the Unites States, South Africa and Qatar.</strong></div>
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<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Organic Farms in Kathmandu</strong></span></div>
<div>
	Samir Newa, founder of The Organic Village in Baluwatar, Kathmandu and the pioneer of organic farming in the country said that the interest in organic food products, whether it is fresh apples or vegetables, among the medium-high class families is growing. However, he noted that some people consider organic lifestyle as &lsquo;fashionable&rsquo; rather than actually a way to promote healthy lifestyle.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&ldquo;A majority of the people are still not aware of &lsquo;organic culture&rsquo; in Kathmandu itself,&rdquo; said Newa adding, &ldquo;Organic food is considered to be out of reach of the public as they are expensive and difficult to find.&rdquo; Similarly, a sample study conducted among 500 medium-class people in the Capital by Newa in 2011 claims that only 34 percent of the respondents had knowledge of organic farming and products. Of them,17 percent respondents partially used organic food products and only four percent completely used such products. &ldquo;The government has failed to come up with friendly policies and programmes to encourage organic farming that would protect public health from unwanted chemicals,&rdquo; Newa said.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	The Organic Village was founded in 2003 with the aim of not only growing chemical free food, but also of creating public awareness about the benefits of organic food. The Organic Village is supported by development agencies like UNDP, Winrock International, GTZ, Micro Enterprise Development Program, Small Grants Program. According to Samir Newa, foods grown at high altitude contain less fat than those grown in warm regions.&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Problems and Challenges</strong></span></div>
<div>
	Emphasis on organic agriculture at policy and programme level looks inadequate for its development and promotion. There is a virtual lack of government support to organic growers and marketers. It is necessary that marketability of any organic products, and that too at a premium price over the traditional and modern products has to be assured before starting the cultivation of organic crops. Mass production of organic products and the business volume for market sale are still invisible. Research work on processing and certification are weak and, in many cases, are missing.&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Organic farming has its own shortcomings in Nepal. Poor technical skills and capacity in managing complex farm land problem, insufficient organic technology to support production, lack of research on processing and certification, poor investment capacity, small and fragmented land holding, and less risk bearing capacity among others are the key constraints at the producers&rsquo; level. Poor consumers&rsquo; awareness about organic products, quality and availability, lack of trust regarding the authenticity of the products, higher prices of organic products, impoverished market infrastructure are the constraints at marketers&rsquo; level.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Prospects and Possibilities &nbsp;</strong></span></div>
<div>
	Organic farming holds out huge prospect in Nepalese context. Co-ordinated efforts among the actors are essential to boost it by meeting the challenges on the way to its development. Suresh Prasad Neupane, Member of Paurakhi Samudayik Krishi Sahakari said, &ldquo;Policy environment and clear long term vision and plan including research, extension, market development and commercialization of this sector are vital for the growth of this sector.&rdquo; Adding that organic industry is too small and has a long way to go in Nepal he said, &ldquo;Political commitments such as avoiding conflicting drive to maximize production, hammering proactive policy, initiating organic technology research, providing market incentives and institutionalization of Nepalese organic movement are imperative to further enhance organic sector in Nepal.&rdquo; &nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
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							<strong>Farmers working in an organic farm.</strong></div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>National level committees are formed for boosting organic farming in Nepal.</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<strong>&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>National Organic Agriculture Accreditation Body (NOAAB): It accredits and certifies organic products.</strong></div>
<div>
	<strong>&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>National Coordination Committee for Organic Agriculture Production and Processing System (NCCOAPPS): It helps in strengthening production and processing of organic agriculture.</strong></div>',
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	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Civil Bank&rsquo;s &lsquo;Mobile Mai Nagad&rsquo;</strong></span></div>
<div>
	Civil Bank Ltd has introduced a new product named &lsquo;Mobile Mai Nagad&rsquo; on the occasion of New Year 2014. According to the Bank, this product has a complete range of financial services such as deposit, withdrawal from bank account to mobile account, account to account transfer, payment of shopping bills and utility bills through Hello Paisa Network. The Bank has also introduced Cardless ATM service from which cash can be withdrawn by using mobile phone from any Civil Bank ATM without using ATM Card. The Bank has claimed this feature to be available only in Civil Bank. The Bank has signed an agreement with Hello Paisa for this service.&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>IME&rsquo;s &lsquo;Like, Post, Win&rsquo; Facebook Contest</strong></span></div>
<div>
	International Money Express Pvt Ltd (IME) has launched a month-long facebook contest titled &lsquo;Like, Post, Win&rsquo; from 1st January 2014. All existing customers of IME are eligible for the lucky draw but they will have to like IME&rsquo;s official facebook page at www.facebook.com/imeremit and this will allow them to open the contest app where they can post their IME control number generated from their remittance transaction along with their personal details. Existing IME facebook page fans also can participate by posting the transaction ID in the facebook page. Gifts will be given to beneficiaries in Nepal in case of international transactions. Two lucky winners will get NTC or NCell recharge cards worth Rs 500 everyday whereas one lucky draw winner will get Colors Xfactor Bold II mobile set every week. At the end&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	of this contest, the bumper lucky draw winner will get an iPad Air.&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Nabil Honoured Shareholders on 29th AGM</strong></span></div>
<div>
	Nabil Bank Limited held its 29th Annual General Meeting 27th December 2013 under the chairmanship of Krishna Bahadur Manandhar. The AGM approved the payment of 65 per cent dividend (40 per cent cash dividend and 25 per cent bonus shares), totalling Rs 65 per share as recommended by the Board of Directors of the Bank and approved by Nepal Rastra Bank. The AGM also felicitated two public shareholders Dr Madhav Kumar Shrestha and Ishwar Das Karmacharya for their contribution to the Bank. The shareholder duos were conferred with a shawl and appreciation letter.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Himalayan Bank Announces Cash Dividend and Bonus Share</strong></span></div>
<div>
	Himalayan Bank Limited has decided to provide five percent bonus shares and 10 per cent cash dividend to its shareholders from the profit earned in the last fiscal year. The decision was made by a meeting of Board of Directors of the Bank held on 1st January 2014. According to the Bank, the decision is subject to approval of its upcoming 21st AGM and Nepal Rastra Bank.&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Janata Bank&rsquo;s Extension Counter in Pratappur</strong></span></div>
<div>
	Janata Bank Nepal Limtedhas opened an Extension Counter at Pratappur VDC of Nawalparasi. The Bank has started its transactions from the counter from 1st January 2014. With this, the Bank now has 25 branch offices and two extension counters.&nbsp;</div>',
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<strong>--By Rachel Emma Silverman</strong></div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Don&rsquo;t call it a catfight.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	That&rsquo;s one of the takeaways of a management study on workplace conflict by researchers at the University of British Columbia. The researchers found that both men and women perceived office disputes between women to be more disruptive to office life than fights between men or between a man and a woman.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	The scholars, Leah D. Sheppard and Karl Aquino, asked 152 subjects to assess three workplace conflict scenarios involving a pair of managers. The examples were identical, save for the names of the individuals involved: Adam and Steven, Adam and Sarah, and Sarah and Anne.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Participants were asked to assess the likelihood that the two managers would be able to repair their relationship and the effect of the dispute on team and company morale. The subjects, both male and female, consistently viewed the conflict between the two women in the most negative light.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	The researchers don&rsquo;t know exactly why women-on-women fights are perceived so negatively, but they have some theories.&ldquo;Conflicts between women violate our norms of what is prescribed for women,&rdquo; says Sheppard.&ldquo;We have this perception that women can be really catty and terrible to each other, but we don&rsquo;t think women should be that way. We want to see women supporting one another, because they are a marginalized group.&rdquo;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Language may play a role, with loaded terms such as &ldquo;catfight&rdquo; and &ldquo;Queen Bee syndrome&rdquo; often deployed when women fight. &nbsp;&ldquo;We are hard-pressed to think of a term comparable to &lsquo;catfight&rsquo; that is regularly used to label conflict and competition between two men,&rdquo; the scholars write in&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	the study.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	The bias against female-female conflict may affect hiring and promotions for women. Managers may unconsciously decide against assigning two women together if there appears to be some discord between them. Women may also be more reluctant to speak up against another female colleague if they think they may be penalized, or labeled as catty, for doing so.The scholars hope that the study will boost managers&rsquo; awareness of the bias against fights between women when dealing with workplace conflicts and assignments. Awareness may also prevent women from harping publicly about conflicts with other women. &ldquo;For me personally, I might avoid ruminating about a conflict with a coworker. It will already be more salient to people, so probably speaking about it won&rsquo;t help,&rdquo; Ms. Sheppard says.<em> (blogs.wsj.com/atwork)</em></div>',
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That’s one of the takeaways of a management study on workplace conflict by researchers at the University of British Columbia. The researchers found that both men and women perceived office disputes between women to be more disruptive to office life than fights between men or between a man and a woman.',
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			'summary' => null,
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<strong>--By TC Correspondent&nbsp;</strong></div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Nepal-India Trade Expo-2014 will be organized at the Adarshnagar Stadium of Birgunj city from February 13 to 20, according to Birgunj Chamber of Commerce and Industries (BiCCI) and Minds Nepal Pvt Ltd, organizers of the event. Speaking at a press conference organized in Birgunj on December 27, BiCCI President Ashok Kumar Baidya said that the Expo will feature nearly 200 stalls related with different business and industries including tourism, technology and agriculture, among others.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&ldquo;The Expo which is being organized in Birgunj, one of Nepal&rsquo;s major commercial and industrial hubs, is very important for promoting business and trade in the country,&rdquo; Baidya said, &ldquo;The main purpose of the trade Expo is to expose Birgunj&rsquo;s prospects and possibilities in the area of business and trade.&rdquo;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Similarly, President of Minds Nepal, Madan Lamsal said that the Expo will bring to the surface the possibilities of economic development and thus help achieve a robust economic growth through the utilization of these possibilities. &ldquo;The Expo will help reduce the trade deficit by promoting the export of domestic products,&rdquo; hoped Lamsal.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	The organizers have said that the Expo will be a common platform for investors, producers, distributors and exporters from both India and Nepal to interact with each other and know about different products and services. Music concerts, food festivals and other entertaining activities will also be organized during the Expo, according to the organizers.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Nearly half a million people are expected to observe the Expo. Similarly, the organisers also expect a business transaction of Rs 200 million during the Expo.&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	The Expo is being organised in association with the Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI), Ministry of Industry, Birgunj Sub-metropolis and Parsa District Development Committee. &nbsp;&nbsp;</div>',
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			'description' => 'Nepal-India Trade Expo-2014 will be organized at the Adarshnagar Stadium of Birgunj city from February 13 to 20, according to Birgunj Chamber of Commerce and Industries (BiCCI) and Minds Nepal Pvt Ltd, organizers of the event. Speaking at a press conference organized in Birgunj on December 27, BiCCI President Ashok Kumar Baidya said that the Expo will feature nearly 200 stalls related with different business and industries including tourism, technology and agriculture, among others.',
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			'content' => '<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<strong>--By TC Correspondent</strong></div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Tourist arrivals to Nepal by air have decreased in the month of December as well. The figures released by the Immigration Office, Tribhuvan International Airport reveal that visitor arrivals in December decreased by 4.9 per cent, compared to the same month last year. The decrease was 7.01 per cent for November. A total of 42,601 international visitors arrived in Nepal in the month of December 2013 which is less by 2,173 tourists in December 2012. In December 2012, a total of 44,774 tourists entered Nepal by air.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	According to a statement from Nepal Tourism Bard (NTB), the SAARC Market has shown a positive growth of 1.6 per cent with a total of 13,521 international visitors, who visited Nepal in December 2013 as compared to the total arrival figures 13,302 in December, 2012. The increment in SAARC region is basically observed in Bangladesh by 40.3 per cent and Sri Lanka by 49.4 per cent as compared to the figures of the same month of 2012. The negative growth has been recorded in India market by 1.0 per cent and Pakistan by 67.2 per cent in the figures of December, 2012.&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Even though the Asia segment other than SAARC has shown a negative growth by 3.1 per cent in total, still some positive indicators of growth have been observed in Malaysia by 10 per cent, Chinese Taipei by 3.2 per cent and Thailand by 3.3 per cent with a significant decrease on Chinese arrivals by 9.3 per cent compared to the figures of December, 2012.&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	European segment has posted weaker arrival figures and has registered an overall negative growth by 8.7 per cent. However, arrivals from Belgium, Italy, Norway, Russia, Spain, Switzerland, and Sweden have posted some positive growth compared to the same month last year. Arrivals from Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Germany, the Netherland and the UK have shown negative growths, says the statement.&nbsp;</div>',
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	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Snapchat to Release Updated App After Hack</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="Snapchat" src="/userfiles/images/tb%20(Copy)(2).jpg" style="float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px; width: 125px; height: 83px;" />Snapchat said it will release an updated version of its app after hackers downloaded usernames and phone numbers for 4.6 million accounts. It said the update will allow users to opt out of appearing in its feature, Find Friends, after they have verified their phone number. Find Friends allows users to upload their address book contacts to find others who are also using the service. The hack came after a security firm warned of vulnerabilities in the app.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Now, Software that can Predict Weather</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="Softwares to predict weather" src="/userfiles/images/tb1%20(Copy)(2).jpg" style="float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px; width: 125px; height: 94px;" />Scientists have developed a new software that gives anyone the opportunity to know their community, state or country&rsquo;s weather activity for the day and months ahead. Researchers from the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM) designed the software Monitoring Climate Change (Moclic) through which it is possible to organise, store and operate geo-referenced data from climate elements. Moclic can calculate bio and agroclimatic indicators, such as humidity, aridity, rain erosion and rainfall concentration, researchers said.&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>LinkedIn, Pinterest More Popular than Twitter: Study</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="LinkedIn, Pinterest More Popular than Twitter: Study" src="/userfiles/images/tb2%20(Copy)(2).jpg" style="float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px; width: 125px; height: 81px;" />More US adults use LinkedIn and Pinterest than Twitter, but that website attracts a greater proportion of blacks and young adults than do its social media peers, a Pew Research Center study released on last Monday showed. Photo pin-up site Pinterest spiked in popularity over the past year, according to the survey, a poll of 1,445 Internet users aged 18 and older. About 21 per cent of respondents said they employ the service, up sharply from 15 per cent in a similar survey conducted a year ago.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>New Technology Boosts Information Storage in Electronics</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="New Technology Boosts Information Storage in Electronics" src="/userfiles/images/tb3%20(Copy)(2).jpg" style="float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px; width: 125px; height: 79px;" />Researchers have developed a new technology that enables bigger and longer lasting memory in electronics such as laptops and smartphones. A team of researchers from the Department of Electrical &amp; Computer Engineering at the National University of Singapore (NUS) Faculty of Engineering developed the new Magnetoresistive Random Access Memory (MRAM) technology that can boost information storage in electronic systems. The technology will drastically increase storage space and enhance memory which will ensure that fresh data stays intact, even in the case of a power failure. Led by Dr Yang Hyunsoo, the team developed a new device structure useful for the next generation MRAM chip which can potentially be applied to enhance the user experience in consumer electronics, including personal computers and mobile devices such as laptops and mobile phones.&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Microsoft Launches New Safety App for Windows Phone Users</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="Microsoft Launches New Safety App for Windows Phone Users" src="/userfiles/images/tb4%20(Copy)(1).jpg" style="float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px; width: 125px; height: 103px;" />Technology giant Microsoft launched a new application &lsquo;Guardian&rsquo; with safety features, exclusively for Windows Phone users. Guardian enables users to switch on a &lsquo;track me&rsquo; feature in the app that lets friends and family track them in real-time using Microsoft Windows Azure cloud services and Bing Map, the company said in a release. Guardian users can call for help through an &lsquo;SOS&rsquo; alert button and also connect to security agencies, police and hospitals easily via this app in times of crisis, it added. It took more than six months for a team of Microsoft employees in India to develop the safety app in the Microsoft Garage, the company said. Microsoft Garage is a global employee innovation initiative that gives Microsoft employees an outlet to explore ideas.</div>',
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			'content' => '<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<strong>--By TC Correspondent</strong></div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Organised by Computer Association Nepal (CAN) CAN InfoTech 2014 has started from January 2nd, Thursday in Kathmandu. The 20th edition of the Information Technology fair will conclude on January 7th, Tuesday. Taken as a leading Information Technology, Entertainment show and conference in Nepal, CAN InfoTech is organized every year with a view to give information on the latest developments in the sector of IT to people. Apart from that, the fair also showcases a number of attractions such as various gadget outlets, huge discounts on popular gadgets and addressing some pressing issues in the field of IT. The entire event also garners a huge number of visitors each year.&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:16px;"><strong>Some of the attractions of this year&#39;s CAN InfoTech:</strong></span></div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Samsung&#39;s New Range of Galaxy Smartphones&nbsp;</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="Samsung Galaxy" src="/userfiles/images/cn1%20(Copy).jpg" style="float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px;width: 100px; height: 99px;" />Samsung Mobile is exhibiting its smartphones of different series. International Marketing Services Pvt Ltd, the authorised distributor of Samsung Mobile in Nepal has launched Samsung Galaxy Star in the event. &nbsp;The smartphone which features a 4 inch display, 1 GHz Dual-Core Processor, 4 GB internal memory and dual SIM will be available in the exhibition at attractive prices. Similarly, other phones like Samsung Galaxy S Duos 2, Samsung Galaxy S4 and Note 3 are being showcased at the InfoTech.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Colors Quad-2</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="Colors Quad-2" src="/userfiles/images/cn2%20(Copy).jpg" style="float: right; margin: 0px 0px 0px 10px;width: 50px; height: 98px;" />Teletalk Pvt Ltd has launched new smartphone - Xfactor Quad-II. Powered by a 1.3 ghz quad-core processor and 1 GB RAM the smartphone runs on Android Jellybean 4.2. The company is also exhibiting the &nbsp;latest series of Colors phone. The new range of Fighter series and X-Series (X 7N) are being exhibited at CAN Infotech 2014. &nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Huwawei Smartphones</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="Huwawei Smartphones" src="/userfiles/images/cn3%20(Copy).jpg" style="
float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px;width: 70px; height: 60px;" />Chinese smartphone maker, Huwawei has launched its Ascend series in Nepal at the InfoTech. The high-end Huwawei Ascend P6 is the major attraction along with other eight smartphones. &nbsp;Other phones launched in Nepali market are; Huwawei Ascend G700, Ascend G610 and Ascend Y511. &nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>SUBISU&#39;s New Offer</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="SUBISU" src="/userfiles/images/cn4%20(Copy)(1).jpg" style="float: right; margin: 0px 0px 0px 10px;width: 100px; height: 48px;" />SUBISU CableNet Pvt Ltd has introduced new and attractive offers on cable internet focusing the retail customers of the company. &nbsp;The company is preparing to introduce special offers of cable Internet so as to increase access of &nbsp;fibre-to-the-home (FTTH) services for residential users.&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Neo Tablet of Neoteric and Lumia Smartphones&nbsp;</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="Neo Tablet" src="/userfiles/images/cn5%20(Copy).jpg" style="float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px;width: 70px; height: 115px;" />Neoteric Nepal launched 10/7 inch android tablet focusing the young students under its own Neo brand. The Company has introduced 3 new models- i10, i7 and w7 in the market. Model i10 has 10&rdquo; capacitive touch screen with resolution of 1024x628 pixels. &nbsp;i10 supports 3G , Wi-Fi, FM, GPS and G-sensor. &nbsp;It has Dual-Sim voice calling and 5 megapixel rear camera. Powered by a Dual-Core 1.2 GHz processor and 7000 mAh battery the tablet houses a 8 GB storage and DDR3 1GB RAM. Similarly, &nbsp;the company also launched fourth generation touch screen laptop of Dell &ndash; Bonsai 3000 series(Inspiron 3137), Hardli 7000 series(Inspiron 7437/7537), XPS 12 (Ultrabook-cum-Tablet) . Likewise, Lumia 625 and Lumia 620 of Nokia Lumia series are also among the major attractions.&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Similarly, &nbsp;Neoteric Nepal is showcasing 1520 and 1320 model tablets supporting assertive screen as well as curriculum based HCL brand tablets during the CAN Info Tech 2014. Along with this, a heavy discount is being offered in the latest accessories of Nokia, Belkin and Logitech.&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Animation course and 3D movies in Maya Animation</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="Maya Animation Academy " src="/userfiles/images/cn6%20(Copy).jpg" style="float: right; margin: 0px 0px 0px 10px;width: 100px; height: 42px;" />Maya Animation Academy will be informing the visitors of the exhibition about the making of 3D animation movies along with providing information about trainings of the Academy including Diploma in Digital Animation and Visual effects, Advance Diploma in 3D Animation, Visual Effects and Game Designing, Diploma in Design and Multimedia and many more. &nbsp;The academy will also be presenting the animated movies prepared by Nepali animators.&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Discount offers in Touchkon Smartphones&nbsp;</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="Touchkon Smartphones " src="/userfiles/images/cn7%20(Copy).jpg" style="float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px;width: 70px; height: 78px;" />Touchkon, a Dubai-based company, has been expanding its market in Nepal within short span of time. It has presented its products in CAN infotech 2014 with special discount offers. The compamy has offered discount on five smartphones. The Touchkon smartphone with Android 4.2 Operating System, 1 GB RAM, Cortex A7 quad-core Processor and 12 megapixel camera is available at a discounted rate of Rs 23,100 in the exhibition. Its current price in the matket is Rs 24, 960.&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Digicom&rsquo;s ADSL Router of Zing Series&nbsp;</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="Digicom’s ADSL Router of Zing Series " src="/userfiles/images/cn8%20(Copy).jpg" style="float: right; margin: 0px 0px 0px 10px;width: 70px; height: 63px;" />Digicom has brought a new ADSL Router of Zing series. On the purchase of the router, &nbsp;8 GB pendrive comes free of cost. Similarly a 4 GB pendrive is provided on the purchase of broadband router.&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Siddharth Bank&rsquo;s ATM in the Exhibition&nbsp;</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="Siddartha Bank" src="/userfiles/images/cn9%20(Copy).jpg" style="float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px;width: 100px; height: 25px;" />The official bank of CAN InfoTech 2014 is operating the ticket sale management of the exhibition. The visitors will feel easier with the placement of ATM of the bank inside the exhibition hall.</div>',
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			'description' => 'Organised by Computer Association Nepal (CAN) CAN InfoTech 2014 has started from January 2nd, Thursday in Kathmandu. The 20th edition of the Information Technology fair will conclude on January 7th, Tuesday. Taken as a leading Information Technology, Entertainment show and conference in Nepal, CAN InfoTech is organized every year with a view to give information on the latest developments in the sector of IT to people. Apart from that, the fair also showcases a number of attractions such as various gadget outlets, huge discounts on popular gadgets and addressing some pressing issues in the field of IT. The entire event also garners a huge number of visitors each year.',
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<strong>--By Angila Sharma</strong></div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	There are few accessories that can boost up the professional outfit of a corporate man. Of them tie is considered to be one of the most suited accessories. It is considered to be a must as it grooms the personality of its wearer by adding professional flavour to any man&rsquo;s look. It symbolizes position in life and personal sense of style of its wearer. It is essential, however, to choose a tie that suits one&rsquo;s personality.&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>How to choose a tie</strong></span></div>
<div>
	While choosing a tie, it is necessary that we look for ties that sink well with our shirt. Silk ties are more appropriate and trendy. In terms of color, choose a shade that compliments your shirt and suit. Select colors like black, burgundy, grey, navy blue and other dark colors. Similarly, you can also go for striped and dotted ties. Don&rsquo;t go for vibrant colors. Instead, choose colors that are more sober and manly.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Choosing the proper size</strong></span></div>
<div>
	Pick up a tie that touches the buckle of your belt. Short ties look funny and give you a look that might be considered untidy as a professional. If you want to wear short ties, make sure that you wear a waistcoat. A tie should not be too loose or too tight. Be sure it fits well around your neck.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Matching your tie and shirt</strong></span></div>
<div>
	If you are planning to wear a striped shirt, don&rsquo;t wear a striped tie or a dotted tie. Striped shirt and striped tie is a blunder. So, wear dotted or striped ties only with plain shirts.Wear the ties properly. Insert it under the collar of your shirt properly and ensure that it fits in well within the collar so that it does not derange your look.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Knotting the tie</strong></span></div>
<div>
	Knot is an essential component of tie wearing and an art as well. It is essential that you knot the tie properly. If you don&rsquo;t know how to make a knot, consult someone or take help. But, make sure you have the perfect knot. A tie knot, not done properly, can give you clumsy looks so do understand that there is huge difference between ignorance and fashion.&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Wrinkled or Tainted Ties</strong></span></div>
<div>
	A tie, when worn, is the focal point of your attire. Thus, if your tie is wrinkled or tainted, it will grab unnecessary attention and ruin the efforts that the rest of your attire put up. While tie cannot be washed and ironed again and again, as they are very delicate, hang your tie properly in the hanger. Similarly, untie the knot everytime after wearing&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	it so that the fabric does not&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	get spoiled.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Accessory Overkill</strong></span></div>
<div>
	When you wear a tie, a brooch can look fine. But, don&rsquo;t overdo it with excessive accessories like tie-pin, chains, collar bars and other neck jewelleries. A tie looks elegant and fashionable, when kept simple.&nbsp;</div>',
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			'description' => 'There are few accessories that can boost up the professional outfit of a corporate man. Of them tie is considered to be one of the most suited accessories. It is considered to be a must as it grooms the personality of its wearer by adding professional flavour to any man’s look. It symbolizes position in life and personal sense of style of its wearer. It is essential, however, to choose a tie that suits one’s personality.',
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			'title' => 'Tourism Briefs (6 - 12 January 2014)',
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	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Bangkok May Get Shutdown on January 13 &nbsp;</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="Bangkok" src="/userfiles/images/tn3%20(Copy).jpg" style="float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px;width: 200px; height: 87px;" />Thailand is in the midst of great political upheaval as the People&rsquo;s Democratic Reform Committee has serious plans in shutting down Bangkok on January 13. So people planning to visit Bangkok during the period should reschedule their travel plans. Tourists on New Year&rsquo;s Eve too found their travel plans foiled as protestors embarked on a &lsquo;seize the capital&rsquo; campaign. The tourism industry is already facing the impacts as charter flights are being cancelled specially from China and Russia and this trend is likely to continue till January 31st, the Chinese New Year. The hotel occupancy level too is likely to drop by 30-40 percents at a time when Thailand enjoys robust tourism. <em>(Travelandtourworld.com)</em></div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Apple Users Book More Expensive Trips than Android Users</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="Apple VS Android" src="/userfiles/images/tn4%20(Copy).jpg" style="float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px;width: 200px; height: 136px;" />A recent analysis on mobile and tablet traffic on leading European travel websites has found that Apple users book more expensive and long haul trips. LowCostHolidays found that Android owners, on tablet or mobile, were more likely to look for shorter travel closer to home in Europe. During the holiday season of 2013, almost a quarter of the website traffic came from Apple devices. New York and Dubai led the list of destination, while other long haul resorts such as Sri Lanka, Maldives and Las Vegas won the next three spots. &nbsp;Android users were more likely to look for trips to destinations in mainland Spain, Tenerife and Ibiza. Generally, Apple users spend on average &pound;100 more than their Android counterparts, the analysis of bookings found. LowCostHolidays also found that Apple users make up their mind about which trip to book quicker than Android owners. &nbsp;Apple products currently hold a 71% share of traffic coming from devices on the site. <em>(Travelandtourworld.com)</em></div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>New Year&rsquo;s Day 2014 Marks 100 Years of Commercial Aviation &nbsp;</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="Coomercial Aviation" src="/userfiles/images/tn6%20(Copy).jpg" style="float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px;width: 200px; height: 98px;" />1st January 2014 marks exactly 100 years since the birth of commercial aviation. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has invited everyone with an interest in aviation to join a year-long celebration of the 100th anniversary and take part in a conversation about what needs to happen to make the next 100 years even more momentous. &nbsp;The industry began with only one passenger on one route on 1 January 1914. Today, on average, every day more than 8 million people fly. In 2013 total passenger numbers were 3.1 billion - surpassing the 3 billion mark for the first time ever. That number is expected to grow to 3.3 billion in 2014 (equivalent to 44% of the world&rsquo;s population). Also, the global airline industry turnover is expected to be USD 743 billion in 2014, with an average industry net profit margin of 2.6%. <em>&nbsp;(Traveldailynews.com)</em></div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>IITT 2014 to Be Held In Mumbai in January</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="IITT 2014" src="/userfiles/images/tn7%20(Copy).jpg" style="float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px;width: 200px; height: 155px;" />The Asian Business Exhibition &amp; Conferences Ltd and ITE Group PLC will jointly organise India International Travel &amp;Tourism Exhibition (IITT) in Mumbai in January. The event will be conducted on January 16-18, 2014 at the MMRDA Exhibition Center at the city&rsquo;s Bandra Kurla Complex. The IITT is aimed at facilitating networking among domestic and international buyers and giant corporate houses of the travel industry. The event will provide a platform for the exhibitors to showcase their services and products to their counterparts across India and the overseas. Apart from the exhibition, IITT 2014 will feature knowledge seminars on key industry issues and expert perspectives and highlight the challenges of the tourism industry. The event will also create avenues to interact and build relationships for future businesses for the rapidly evolving Indian travel and tourism market in terms of inbound, outbound and domestic travel. A two-day conference is also scheduled to take place at the event. (Traveldailymedia.com)</div>',
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			'article_category_id' => '99',
			'title' => 'Surya And Co Win Surya Nepal Eastern Open Pro-AM',
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			'content' => '<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Surya Prasad Sharma and his team has won the Surya Nepal Eastern open Pro-Am played at the par-70 Nirvana Country Club Health and Golf Resort in Dharan last Sunday.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Surya and his team of amateurs Ansu Limbu, Subarna Limbu and Pratap Limbu scored 12-under 58 to win the title. The team scored 29 points each on two halves. Likewise, Deepak Thapa Magar and amateurs Kaji Rai, Tilak Rai and Ashok Limbu finished second at 59. The team scored 31 on the front nine and added 28 on the back nine.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	The team of Deo Raj Pakhrin and amateurs Bhuvan Gurung, Ram Tamang and Raj Kumar Rai came third with the score of 60 on count back after they were tied with the team led by pro Ram Thapa. Rajendra Shrestha won the longest drive award, while Bikram Pariyar bagged the closest to the pin award. The tournament was played under stroke play scramble format.</div>',
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			'description' => 'Surya Prasad Sharma and his team has won the Surya Nepal Eastern open Pro-Am played at the par-70 Nirvana Country Club Health and Golf Resort in Dharan last Sunday.',
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			'title' => '300 Plus Attended Infinity Night 2013',
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			'content' => '<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Hotel Annapurna&rsquo;s New Year Eve Infinity Night 2013 was attended by over three hundred revelers. The programme had performances by Nimba Rumba and Kshitiza Shakya accompanied by a live band along with DJ WAA. A team of Hotel Annapurna&rsquo;s Chefs led by Chef Basu Giri and Chef Situ Sthapit presented a variety of unlimited international cuisines along with free flow of premium drinks, cocktails and mocktails.&nbsp;</div>
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			'title' => 'Qatar Announces Sale',
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Qatar Airways has announced a sale offering lowest fares to selected Europe and US destinations. According to the airline, travellers from Nepal will have the opportunity to explore the world for less with the sale, and they can enjoy some of the lowest fares of the season to selected destinations in Europe and the US.&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	The promotion has begun from 2nd January and will last till 8th January 2014, and is applicable to both economy and business classes. A travel window from 6th January to 15th June 2014 will enable customers to book their travel months in advance. On board, Qatar Airways&#39; service includes its renowned in-flight entertainment system which offers passengers up to 1,000 channels of the latest multi-lingual entertainment. Serving the passengers will be the best cabin crew in the world as voted by readers of the Middle East edition of the magazine Business Traveller.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	To make a booking online, customers can go to qatarairways.com/np &nbsp;or visit any Qatar airways sales office or preferred travel agent.</div>',
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			'description' => 'Qatar Airways has announced a sale offering lowest fares to selected Europe and US destinations. According to the airline, travellers from Nepal will have the opportunity to explore the world for less with the sale, and they can enjoy some of the lowest fares of the season to selected destinations in Europe and the US.',
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			'title' => 'A Vivacious Personality',
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<strong>--By Rashika Pokharel</strong></div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Prabindra Singh, Resident Director of Hotel Indreni Himalaya, is a very humble person. He considers life as a challenge because it has many ups and downs and he is ready to face all the hurdles in life. He is a very family person and spends most of his time with his family. Singh loves doing meditation and is involved in many spiritual activities organized by The Art of Living and Osho. He thinks that meditation is very important because it helps one to save time for one self and helps to refresh.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Singh frequently goes to movies with his family. He likes watching movies that have good moral message and teach good lessons about life. Singh loves listening to music and reading spiritual books. He dislikes staying idle and is always engaged in exploring things around.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Singh believes that when a person is involved in the service and hospitality sector, life becomes very tough. As one is mostly engaged with clients, it&rsquo;s hard to allocate adequate time for family and spouse. However, he thinks that if things are scheduled they can be very easily managed. &ldquo;I believe in smart work rather than planned work,&rdquo; says Singh.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Singh thinks that holidays are very important stating that everybody needs a break from hectic routine. He likes going to different places. Last year, Singh visited South-East India and Thailand. His favourite holiday destination is Hua-Hin, Thailand. However, he wants to visit many places like Annapurna Base Camp, Lukla and Ghale Gaun .Among all the trips, Singh&rsquo;s most memorable trip was his honeymoon trip to Pokhara.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Singh is very much interested in sports but due to hectic schedule, he hardly manages times for it. In his school days he was the skipper of his school&rsquo;s football team and used to be a Table Tennis champion.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Singh is a very positive and a high-spirited person. He loves reading books that deal about problems of life and also teaches how to lead life with positives attitude. Summing up his attitude towards life, he borrows Osho&rsquo;s quote &ldquo;Forget the time when you suffered but not the lesson it taught to you&rdquo;. Singh believes that problems are part of life and one must deal with them positively.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Singh loves interacting with new people and exploring different cultures. He is available on some social networking sites but is barely active due to his hectic schedule. He uses social media channels for professional purposes also.</div>',
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			'description' => 'Prabindra Singh, Resident Director of Hotel Indreni Himalaya, is a very humble person. He considers life as a challenge because it has many ups and downs and he is ready to face all the hurdles in life. He is a very family person and spends most of his time with his family. Singh loves doing meditation and is involved in many spiritual activities organized by The Art of Living and Osho. He thinks that meditation is very important because it helps one to save time for one self and helps to refresh.',
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			'title' => 'Learning Curve News In Brief (6 - 12 January 2014)',
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	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>TU Publishes LLB Second Year Results</strong></span></div>
<div>
	Tribhuvan University (TU) has published the examination result of LLB Second year 2013. TU&rsquo;s Office of the Controller of Examination, Balkhu published results of the examination held during April-May, 2013, on Tuesday, 31st December.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>BPKIHS Tenth Convocation Ceremony in February</strong></span></div>
<div>
	BP Koirala Institute of Health Sciences (BPKIHS), Dharan is going to hold its 10th convocation ceremony on 4thFebruary 2014. The ceremony will be held on the BPKIHS premises itself. The institute has called on all it&rsquo;s passed out students of 2009/2010 batch of MD/MS programme, 2006 /2007 batch of MBBS programme for participating in the ceremony that is scheduled to start from 11 am. Along with that BSc Nursing, BSc MLT, BSc OT, MPH have been also notified to be present at the time. A notice issued by the institution has asked for submitting applications for the ceremony by January 29, 2014.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Students Padlock STA</strong></span></div>
<div>
	Students have padlocked the administration office of the Seti Technical Academy (STA), Doti for an indefinite period from Thursday, January 2. Agitating students padlocked the administrative office demanding sufficient educational resources in the institute. Students have said that they wont open the locks unless their demands are addressed by the campus administration. Classes as well as administrative work at the institute have been halted following the lockout.</div>
<div>
	The campus provides three-year diploma in engineering, ISc (Ag), ANM, Agriculture and Veterinary JTA courses. Around 400 students are studying at present in the institution.&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Motor Rally to Promote Literacy</strong></span></div>
<div>
	Rotary Club of Bagmati organized a motor rally on January 2 to promote literacy.The rally began from Tundikhel, Kathmandu and ended at Water Front Resort, Pokhara. Besides promoting literacy, the programme also aimed at encouraging safe driving, as the winner of the competition were decided on the basis of other factors rather than driving speed. To make the event more effective, the organizers had also designed a competition where the participants were judged on the basis of creativity they put in for decorating their cars with artworks that reflected the theme of literacy.In 2005 the Club had organized similar motor rally to promote anti-tobacco and anti-smoking awareness.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>CIAA Committees to Investigate School Funds</strong></span></div>
<div>
	Three Committees have been formed by the Commission for the Investigation of Abuse of Authority (CIAA) to investigate schools in six districts that are out of operation but still receiving the government funds. The committees have been assigned to investigate schools in Sarlahi, Rautahat, Dhanusha, Mahottari, Bara and Parsa district.</div>
<div>
	A committee led by CIAA Joint-secretary Ramkrishna Subedi is said to be studying the schools in Sarlahi and Rautahat while another led by DSP Sudarshan Koirala will inspect schools in Dhanusha and Mahottari. A three-member team led by an under-secretary at the CIAA regional office, Bidurraj Giri will be investigating Bara and Parsa districts.</div>',
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	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Facts about Organic Food</strong></span></div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Organic is a way of growing agricultural products or raising livestock. The processes used uphold the integrity of the farm and follow a high set of standards that guarantees specific practices are used for both food and non-food products.</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>For organic agricultural products, the organic label assures that the foods were grown without the use of toxins like pesticides and fertilizers.</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Organic livestock must be grown without the use of synthetic hormones, antibiotics, genetic engineering, or cloning, and are minimally processed without artificial ingredients, preservatives, or irradiation.</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Packages that contain the USDA Organic seal may have up to 100 percent organic ingredients included.</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>While there is questionable evidence that organic foods are more nutritious than non-organic foods, organic foods do spare the consumer from ingesting numerous toxic pesticides. These chemicals have been linked to cancer and other diseases.</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Products labeled &ldquo;organic&rdquo; may reflect higher prices because the production process is often on a smaller scale with more labour- and management-intensive practices and stricter regulations.</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Organic animals are often subject to the same torture as factory farming animals, minus the medicine, antibiotics, and other drugs.</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>While consumers reach for packages labeled &ldquo;free range&rdquo;, &ldquo;natural&rdquo;, or &ldquo;organic&rdquo;, it does not guarantee that the animals were treated properly. Most live in cramped cages amongst their waste, are subject to mutilation (dehorning, debeaking, castration), and are sent to factory feedlots to be fattened prior to slaughtering.</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>According to PETA, &ldquo;natural&rdquo; is virtually a meaningless word when labeled on meat packaging. It does not mean that the product is organic, rather is is free of artificial ingredients or added coloring.</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>There are nearly 40 non-organic ingredients that are allowed by the USDA to be included in organic packages.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
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	<img alt="" src="/userfiles/images/fc3%20(Copy)(1).jpg" style="width: 550px; height: 251px; margin-left: 10px; margin-right: 10px;" /></div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Good Reasons to Buy Organic</strong></span></div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Organic food tastes great!</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Organic production reduces health risks.</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Organic farmers build soil</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Organic farmers work in harmony with nature</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Organic producers are leaders in innovative research</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Organic producers strive to preserve diversity</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Organic farming helps keep rural communities healthy</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Organic produce contains fewer pesticides.</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Organic food is usually fresher when eaten because it doesn&rsquo;t contain preservatives that make it last longer.</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Organic farming is better for the environment as it practices reduce pollution (air, water and soil), conserve water, reduce soil erosion, increase soil fertility, and use less energy</div>
<div style="text-align: right;">
	<em>Source: www.dosomething.org</em></div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>',
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• For organic agricultural products, the organic label assures that the foods were grown without the use of toxins like pesticides and fertilizers.',
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<strong>--By Suraksha Adhikari&nbsp;</strong></div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Organic food is slowly getting bigger, both in terms of follower and producer, in Nepal. With the ever-increasing interest among urban Nepalis for organic food, various aspects of organic farming are also surging. Nepali are now more concerned about what they eat and how they are produced or prepared. Being aware of the fact that quality of the products consumed determines health condition, they are willing to pay for healthy food products. This is one of the major reason there is increasing demand for organic vegetables especially in urban areas. This is apparent when you see the growing number of restaurants in the Kathmandu serving dishes made only from Nepali organic food.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	In the present context, population growth, coupled with the drop in food production, has led to the excessive use of chemical fertilizers and other high output technology to increase agro production. The inability of traditionally produced food to meet the day-to-day needs of the growing population has pushed farmers to adopt newer technologies and use chemicals in farming to increase production. However organic farming provides distinct benefits to its consumers and the environment. Despite other benefits that organic products have, Nepal has not been able to harness the potential of this sector besides few commercial crops that serve as examples of organic farming and organic products such as tea, coffee, honey, ginger, cardamom and medicinal herbs.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Steps being taken&nbsp;</strong></span></div>
<div>
	Organic agriculture sector is gaining momentum in Nepal. It possesses great scope for its competitiveness, as Nepal is home to many products, namely spices, essential oils and medicinal plants, fresh fruits and vegetables. &nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	The National Standard for organic agriculture has also been established and endorsed by the government, and working guidelines for two certification systems (Internal Control System and Participatory Guarantee System) are being developed, both of which will serve as an important instrument for taking advantage of the international and domestic markets. The latter is a certification scheme particularly for small farmers whose products are of high demand in the local market, but who cannot meet the high cost of certification.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
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	<table align="center" width="100">
		<tbody>
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					<img alt="Farmers working in an organic farm." src="/userfiles/images/fc%20(Copy).jpg" style="border-width: 0px; border-style: solid; width: 550px; height: 210px;" /></td>
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							<strong>The Organic Village Kathmandu&rsquo;s product range: Rice, lentils, jams, beans, honey along with different vegetables and fruits and dairy and meat products. Most of the products are grown in mountainous places like Jumla, Humla and Mustang. Some premium products of The Organic Village are Jumli Marsi Rice from Jumla (grown at 2500 m); Kalo Dal (black lentils) from Rasuwa (grown above 2000 m); red rice and yellow rice from Humla; frog meat (called &lsquo;paha&rsquo;). All together, The Organic Village gets its products from 33 districts of the country. It has recently begun exporting organic products of Nepal to the United Kingdom, the Unites States, South Africa and Qatar.</strong></div>
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<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Organic Farms in Kathmandu</strong></span></div>
<div>
	Samir Newa, founder of The Organic Village in Baluwatar, Kathmandu and the pioneer of organic farming in the country said that the interest in organic food products, whether it is fresh apples or vegetables, among the medium-high class families is growing. However, he noted that some people consider organic lifestyle as &lsquo;fashionable&rsquo; rather than actually a way to promote healthy lifestyle.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&ldquo;A majority of the people are still not aware of &lsquo;organic culture&rsquo; in Kathmandu itself,&rdquo; said Newa adding, &ldquo;Organic food is considered to be out of reach of the public as they are expensive and difficult to find.&rdquo; Similarly, a sample study conducted among 500 medium-class people in the Capital by Newa in 2011 claims that only 34 percent of the respondents had knowledge of organic farming and products. Of them,17 percent respondents partially used organic food products and only four percent completely used such products. &ldquo;The government has failed to come up with friendly policies and programmes to encourage organic farming that would protect public health from unwanted chemicals,&rdquo; Newa said.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	The Organic Village was founded in 2003 with the aim of not only growing chemical free food, but also of creating public awareness about the benefits of organic food. The Organic Village is supported by development agencies like UNDP, Winrock International, GTZ, Micro Enterprise Development Program, Small Grants Program. According to Samir Newa, foods grown at high altitude contain less fat than those grown in warm regions.&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Problems and Challenges</strong></span></div>
<div>
	Emphasis on organic agriculture at policy and programme level looks inadequate for its development and promotion. There is a virtual lack of government support to organic growers and marketers. It is necessary that marketability of any organic products, and that too at a premium price over the traditional and modern products has to be assured before starting the cultivation of organic crops. Mass production of organic products and the business volume for market sale are still invisible. Research work on processing and certification are weak and, in many cases, are missing.&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Organic farming has its own shortcomings in Nepal. Poor technical skills and capacity in managing complex farm land problem, insufficient organic technology to support production, lack of research on processing and certification, poor investment capacity, small and fragmented land holding, and less risk bearing capacity among others are the key constraints at the producers&rsquo; level. Poor consumers&rsquo; awareness about organic products, quality and availability, lack of trust regarding the authenticity of the products, higher prices of organic products, impoverished market infrastructure are the constraints at marketers&rsquo; level.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Prospects and Possibilities &nbsp;</strong></span></div>
<div>
	Organic farming holds out huge prospect in Nepalese context. Co-ordinated efforts among the actors are essential to boost it by meeting the challenges on the way to its development. Suresh Prasad Neupane, Member of Paurakhi Samudayik Krishi Sahakari said, &ldquo;Policy environment and clear long term vision and plan including research, extension, market development and commercialization of this sector are vital for the growth of this sector.&rdquo; Adding that organic industry is too small and has a long way to go in Nepal he said, &ldquo;Political commitments such as avoiding conflicting drive to maximize production, hammering proactive policy, initiating organic technology research, providing market incentives and institutionalization of Nepalese organic movement are imperative to further enhance organic sector in Nepal.&rdquo; &nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
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	<tbody>
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			<td>
				<img alt="Farmers working in an organic farm." src="/userfiles/images/fc1%20(Copy)(4).jpg" style="border-width: 0px; border-style: solid; width: 550px; height: 276px;" /></td>
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							<strong>Farmers working in an organic farm.</strong></div>
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<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>National level committees are formed for boosting organic farming in Nepal.</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<strong>&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>National Organic Agriculture Accreditation Body (NOAAB): It accredits and certifies organic products.</strong></div>
<div>
	<strong>&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>National Coordination Committee for Organic Agriculture Production and Processing System (NCCOAPPS): It helps in strengthening production and processing of organic agriculture.</strong></div>',
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	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Civil Bank&rsquo;s &lsquo;Mobile Mai Nagad&rsquo;</strong></span></div>
<div>
	Civil Bank Ltd has introduced a new product named &lsquo;Mobile Mai Nagad&rsquo; on the occasion of New Year 2014. According to the Bank, this product has a complete range of financial services such as deposit, withdrawal from bank account to mobile account, account to account transfer, payment of shopping bills and utility bills through Hello Paisa Network. The Bank has also introduced Cardless ATM service from which cash can be withdrawn by using mobile phone from any Civil Bank ATM without using ATM Card. The Bank has claimed this feature to be available only in Civil Bank. The Bank has signed an agreement with Hello Paisa for this service.&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>IME&rsquo;s &lsquo;Like, Post, Win&rsquo; Facebook Contest</strong></span></div>
<div>
	International Money Express Pvt Ltd (IME) has launched a month-long facebook contest titled &lsquo;Like, Post, Win&rsquo; from 1st January 2014. All existing customers of IME are eligible for the lucky draw but they will have to like IME&rsquo;s official facebook page at www.facebook.com/imeremit and this will allow them to open the contest app where they can post their IME control number generated from their remittance transaction along with their personal details. Existing IME facebook page fans also can participate by posting the transaction ID in the facebook page. Gifts will be given to beneficiaries in Nepal in case of international transactions. Two lucky winners will get NTC or NCell recharge cards worth Rs 500 everyday whereas one lucky draw winner will get Colors Xfactor Bold II mobile set every week. At the end&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	of this contest, the bumper lucky draw winner will get an iPad Air.&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Nabil Honoured Shareholders on 29th AGM</strong></span></div>
<div>
	Nabil Bank Limited held its 29th Annual General Meeting 27th December 2013 under the chairmanship of Krishna Bahadur Manandhar. The AGM approved the payment of 65 per cent dividend (40 per cent cash dividend and 25 per cent bonus shares), totalling Rs 65 per share as recommended by the Board of Directors of the Bank and approved by Nepal Rastra Bank. The AGM also felicitated two public shareholders Dr Madhav Kumar Shrestha and Ishwar Das Karmacharya for their contribution to the Bank. The shareholder duos were conferred with a shawl and appreciation letter.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Himalayan Bank Announces Cash Dividend and Bonus Share</strong></span></div>
<div>
	Himalayan Bank Limited has decided to provide five percent bonus shares and 10 per cent cash dividend to its shareholders from the profit earned in the last fiscal year. The decision was made by a meeting of Board of Directors of the Bank held on 1st January 2014. According to the Bank, the decision is subject to approval of its upcoming 21st AGM and Nepal Rastra Bank.&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Janata Bank&rsquo;s Extension Counter in Pratappur</strong></span></div>
<div>
	Janata Bank Nepal Limtedhas opened an Extension Counter at Pratappur VDC of Nawalparasi. The Bank has started its transactions from the counter from 1st January 2014. With this, the Bank now has 25 branch offices and two extension counters.&nbsp;</div>',
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<strong>--By Rachel Emma Silverman</strong></div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Don&rsquo;t call it a catfight.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	That&rsquo;s one of the takeaways of a management study on workplace conflict by researchers at the University of British Columbia. The researchers found that both men and women perceived office disputes between women to be more disruptive to office life than fights between men or between a man and a woman.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	The scholars, Leah D. Sheppard and Karl Aquino, asked 152 subjects to assess three workplace conflict scenarios involving a pair of managers. The examples were identical, save for the names of the individuals involved: Adam and Steven, Adam and Sarah, and Sarah and Anne.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Participants were asked to assess the likelihood that the two managers would be able to repair their relationship and the effect of the dispute on team and company morale. The subjects, both male and female, consistently viewed the conflict between the two women in the most negative light.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	The researchers don&rsquo;t know exactly why women-on-women fights are perceived so negatively, but they have some theories.&ldquo;Conflicts between women violate our norms of what is prescribed for women,&rdquo; says Sheppard.&ldquo;We have this perception that women can be really catty and terrible to each other, but we don&rsquo;t think women should be that way. We want to see women supporting one another, because they are a marginalized group.&rdquo;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Language may play a role, with loaded terms such as &ldquo;catfight&rdquo; and &ldquo;Queen Bee syndrome&rdquo; often deployed when women fight. &nbsp;&ldquo;We are hard-pressed to think of a term comparable to &lsquo;catfight&rsquo; that is regularly used to label conflict and competition between two men,&rdquo; the scholars write in&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	the study.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	The bias against female-female conflict may affect hiring and promotions for women. Managers may unconsciously decide against assigning two women together if there appears to be some discord between them. Women may also be more reluctant to speak up against another female colleague if they think they may be penalized, or labeled as catty, for doing so.The scholars hope that the study will boost managers&rsquo; awareness of the bias against fights between women when dealing with workplace conflicts and assignments. Awareness may also prevent women from harping publicly about conflicts with other women. &ldquo;For me personally, I might avoid ruminating about a conflict with a coworker. It will already be more salient to people, so probably speaking about it won&rsquo;t help,&rdquo; Ms. Sheppard says.<em> (blogs.wsj.com/atwork)</em></div>',
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<strong>--By TC Correspondent&nbsp;</strong></div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Nepal-India Trade Expo-2014 will be organized at the Adarshnagar Stadium of Birgunj city from February 13 to 20, according to Birgunj Chamber of Commerce and Industries (BiCCI) and Minds Nepal Pvt Ltd, organizers of the event. Speaking at a press conference organized in Birgunj on December 27, BiCCI President Ashok Kumar Baidya said that the Expo will feature nearly 200 stalls related with different business and industries including tourism, technology and agriculture, among others.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&ldquo;The Expo which is being organized in Birgunj, one of Nepal&rsquo;s major commercial and industrial hubs, is very important for promoting business and trade in the country,&rdquo; Baidya said, &ldquo;The main purpose of the trade Expo is to expose Birgunj&rsquo;s prospects and possibilities in the area of business and trade.&rdquo;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Similarly, President of Minds Nepal, Madan Lamsal said that the Expo will bring to the surface the possibilities of economic development and thus help achieve a robust economic growth through the utilization of these possibilities. &ldquo;The Expo will help reduce the trade deficit by promoting the export of domestic products,&rdquo; hoped Lamsal.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	The organizers have said that the Expo will be a common platform for investors, producers, distributors and exporters from both India and Nepal to interact with each other and know about different products and services. Music concerts, food festivals and other entertaining activities will also be organized during the Expo, according to the organizers.</div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Nearly half a million people are expected to observe the Expo. Similarly, the organisers also expect a business transaction of Rs 200 million during the Expo.&nbsp;</div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	The Expo is being organised in association with the Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI), Ministry of Industry, Birgunj Sub-metropolis and Parsa District Development Committee. &nbsp;&nbsp;</div>',
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			'description' => 'Nepal-India Trade Expo-2014 will be organized at the Adarshnagar Stadium of Birgunj city from February 13 to 20, according to Birgunj Chamber of Commerce and Industries (BiCCI) and Minds Nepal Pvt Ltd, organizers of the event. Speaking at a press conference organized in Birgunj on December 27, BiCCI President Ashok Kumar Baidya said that the Expo will feature nearly 200 stalls related with different business and industries including tourism, technology and agriculture, among others.',
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<strong>--By TC Correspondent</strong></div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Tourist arrivals to Nepal by air have decreased in the month of December as well. The figures released by the Immigration Office, Tribhuvan International Airport reveal that visitor arrivals in December decreased by 4.9 per cent, compared to the same month last year. The decrease was 7.01 per cent for November. A total of 42,601 international visitors arrived in Nepal in the month of December 2013 which is less by 2,173 tourists in December 2012. In December 2012, a total of 44,774 tourists entered Nepal by air.</div>
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	According to a statement from Nepal Tourism Bard (NTB), the SAARC Market has shown a positive growth of 1.6 per cent with a total of 13,521 international visitors, who visited Nepal in December 2013 as compared to the total arrival figures 13,302 in December, 2012. The increment in SAARC region is basically observed in Bangladesh by 40.3 per cent and Sri Lanka by 49.4 per cent as compared to the figures of the same month of 2012. The negative growth has been recorded in India market by 1.0 per cent and Pakistan by 67.2 per cent in the figures of December, 2012.&nbsp;</div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
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	Even though the Asia segment other than SAARC has shown a negative growth by 3.1 per cent in total, still some positive indicators of growth have been observed in Malaysia by 10 per cent, Chinese Taipei by 3.2 per cent and Thailand by 3.3 per cent with a significant decrease on Chinese arrivals by 9.3 per cent compared to the figures of December, 2012.&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	European segment has posted weaker arrival figures and has registered an overall negative growth by 8.7 per cent. However, arrivals from Belgium, Italy, Norway, Russia, Spain, Switzerland, and Sweden have posted some positive growth compared to the same month last year. Arrivals from Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Germany, the Netherland and the UK have shown negative growths, says the statement.&nbsp;</div>',
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	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Snapchat to Release Updated App After Hack</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="Snapchat" src="/userfiles/images/tb%20(Copy)(2).jpg" style="float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px; width: 125px; height: 83px;" />Snapchat said it will release an updated version of its app after hackers downloaded usernames and phone numbers for 4.6 million accounts. It said the update will allow users to opt out of appearing in its feature, Find Friends, after they have verified their phone number. Find Friends allows users to upload their address book contacts to find others who are also using the service. The hack came after a security firm warned of vulnerabilities in the app.</div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
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	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Now, Software that can Predict Weather</strong></span></div>
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	<img alt="Softwares to predict weather" src="/userfiles/images/tb1%20(Copy)(2).jpg" style="float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px; width: 125px; height: 94px;" />Scientists have developed a new software that gives anyone the opportunity to know their community, state or country&rsquo;s weather activity for the day and months ahead. Researchers from the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM) designed the software Monitoring Climate Change (Moclic) through which it is possible to organise, store and operate geo-referenced data from climate elements. Moclic can calculate bio and agroclimatic indicators, such as humidity, aridity, rain erosion and rainfall concentration, researchers said.&nbsp;</div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
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	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>LinkedIn, Pinterest More Popular than Twitter: Study</strong></span></div>
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	<img alt="LinkedIn, Pinterest More Popular than Twitter: Study" src="/userfiles/images/tb2%20(Copy)(2).jpg" style="float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px; width: 125px; height: 81px;" />More US adults use LinkedIn and Pinterest than Twitter, but that website attracts a greater proportion of blacks and young adults than do its social media peers, a Pew Research Center study released on last Monday showed. Photo pin-up site Pinterest spiked in popularity over the past year, according to the survey, a poll of 1,445 Internet users aged 18 and older. About 21 per cent of respondents said they employ the service, up sharply from 15 per cent in a similar survey conducted a year ago.</div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
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	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>New Technology Boosts Information Storage in Electronics</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="New Technology Boosts Information Storage in Electronics" src="/userfiles/images/tb3%20(Copy)(2).jpg" style="float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px; width: 125px; height: 79px;" />Researchers have developed a new technology that enables bigger and longer lasting memory in electronics such as laptops and smartphones. A team of researchers from the Department of Electrical &amp; Computer Engineering at the National University of Singapore (NUS) Faculty of Engineering developed the new Magnetoresistive Random Access Memory (MRAM) technology that can boost information storage in electronic systems. The technology will drastically increase storage space and enhance memory which will ensure that fresh data stays intact, even in the case of a power failure. Led by Dr Yang Hyunsoo, the team developed a new device structure useful for the next generation MRAM chip which can potentially be applied to enhance the user experience in consumer electronics, including personal computers and mobile devices such as laptops and mobile phones.&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Microsoft Launches New Safety App for Windows Phone Users</strong></span></div>
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	<img alt="Microsoft Launches New Safety App for Windows Phone Users" src="/userfiles/images/tb4%20(Copy)(1).jpg" style="float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px; width: 125px; height: 103px;" />Technology giant Microsoft launched a new application &lsquo;Guardian&rsquo; with safety features, exclusively for Windows Phone users. Guardian enables users to switch on a &lsquo;track me&rsquo; feature in the app that lets friends and family track them in real-time using Microsoft Windows Azure cloud services and Bing Map, the company said in a release. Guardian users can call for help through an &lsquo;SOS&rsquo; alert button and also connect to security agencies, police and hospitals easily via this app in times of crisis, it added. It took more than six months for a team of Microsoft employees in India to develop the safety app in the Microsoft Garage, the company said. Microsoft Garage is a global employee innovation initiative that gives Microsoft employees an outlet to explore ideas.</div>',
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<strong>--By TC Correspondent</strong></div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Organised by Computer Association Nepal (CAN) CAN InfoTech 2014 has started from January 2nd, Thursday in Kathmandu. The 20th edition of the Information Technology fair will conclude on January 7th, Tuesday. Taken as a leading Information Technology, Entertainment show and conference in Nepal, CAN InfoTech is organized every year with a view to give information on the latest developments in the sector of IT to people. Apart from that, the fair also showcases a number of attractions such as various gadget outlets, huge discounts on popular gadgets and addressing some pressing issues in the field of IT. The entire event also garners a huge number of visitors each year.&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:16px;"><strong>Some of the attractions of this year&#39;s CAN InfoTech:</strong></span></div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Samsung&#39;s New Range of Galaxy Smartphones&nbsp;</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="Samsung Galaxy" src="/userfiles/images/cn1%20(Copy).jpg" style="float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px;width: 100px; height: 99px;" />Samsung Mobile is exhibiting its smartphones of different series. International Marketing Services Pvt Ltd, the authorised distributor of Samsung Mobile in Nepal has launched Samsung Galaxy Star in the event. &nbsp;The smartphone which features a 4 inch display, 1 GHz Dual-Core Processor, 4 GB internal memory and dual SIM will be available in the exhibition at attractive prices. Similarly, other phones like Samsung Galaxy S Duos 2, Samsung Galaxy S4 and Note 3 are being showcased at the InfoTech.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Colors Quad-2</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="Colors Quad-2" src="/userfiles/images/cn2%20(Copy).jpg" style="float: right; margin: 0px 0px 0px 10px;width: 50px; height: 98px;" />Teletalk Pvt Ltd has launched new smartphone - Xfactor Quad-II. Powered by a 1.3 ghz quad-core processor and 1 GB RAM the smartphone runs on Android Jellybean 4.2. The company is also exhibiting the &nbsp;latest series of Colors phone. The new range of Fighter series and X-Series (X 7N) are being exhibited at CAN Infotech 2014. &nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Huwawei Smartphones</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="Huwawei Smartphones" src="/userfiles/images/cn3%20(Copy).jpg" style="
float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px;width: 70px; height: 60px;" />Chinese smartphone maker, Huwawei has launched its Ascend series in Nepal at the InfoTech. The high-end Huwawei Ascend P6 is the major attraction along with other eight smartphones. &nbsp;Other phones launched in Nepali market are; Huwawei Ascend G700, Ascend G610 and Ascend Y511. &nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>SUBISU&#39;s New Offer</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="SUBISU" src="/userfiles/images/cn4%20(Copy)(1).jpg" style="float: right; margin: 0px 0px 0px 10px;width: 100px; height: 48px;" />SUBISU CableNet Pvt Ltd has introduced new and attractive offers on cable internet focusing the retail customers of the company. &nbsp;The company is preparing to introduce special offers of cable Internet so as to increase access of &nbsp;fibre-to-the-home (FTTH) services for residential users.&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Neo Tablet of Neoteric and Lumia Smartphones&nbsp;</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="Neo Tablet" src="/userfiles/images/cn5%20(Copy).jpg" style="float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px;width: 70px; height: 115px;" />Neoteric Nepal launched 10/7 inch android tablet focusing the young students under its own Neo brand. The Company has introduced 3 new models- i10, i7 and w7 in the market. Model i10 has 10&rdquo; capacitive touch screen with resolution of 1024x628 pixels. &nbsp;i10 supports 3G , Wi-Fi, FM, GPS and G-sensor. &nbsp;It has Dual-Sim voice calling and 5 megapixel rear camera. Powered by a Dual-Core 1.2 GHz processor and 7000 mAh battery the tablet houses a 8 GB storage and DDR3 1GB RAM. Similarly, &nbsp;the company also launched fourth generation touch screen laptop of Dell &ndash; Bonsai 3000 series(Inspiron 3137), Hardli 7000 series(Inspiron 7437/7537), XPS 12 (Ultrabook-cum-Tablet) . Likewise, Lumia 625 and Lumia 620 of Nokia Lumia series are also among the major attractions.&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Similarly, &nbsp;Neoteric Nepal is showcasing 1520 and 1320 model tablets supporting assertive screen as well as curriculum based HCL brand tablets during the CAN Info Tech 2014. Along with this, a heavy discount is being offered in the latest accessories of Nokia, Belkin and Logitech.&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Animation course and 3D movies in Maya Animation</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="Maya Animation Academy " src="/userfiles/images/cn6%20(Copy).jpg" style="float: right; margin: 0px 0px 0px 10px;width: 100px; height: 42px;" />Maya Animation Academy will be informing the visitors of the exhibition about the making of 3D animation movies along with providing information about trainings of the Academy including Diploma in Digital Animation and Visual effects, Advance Diploma in 3D Animation, Visual Effects and Game Designing, Diploma in Design and Multimedia and many more. &nbsp;The academy will also be presenting the animated movies prepared by Nepali animators.&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Discount offers in Touchkon Smartphones&nbsp;</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="Touchkon Smartphones " src="/userfiles/images/cn7%20(Copy).jpg" style="float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px;width: 70px; height: 78px;" />Touchkon, a Dubai-based company, has been expanding its market in Nepal within short span of time. It has presented its products in CAN infotech 2014 with special discount offers. The compamy has offered discount on five smartphones. The Touchkon smartphone with Android 4.2 Operating System, 1 GB RAM, Cortex A7 quad-core Processor and 12 megapixel camera is available at a discounted rate of Rs 23,100 in the exhibition. Its current price in the matket is Rs 24, 960.&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Digicom&rsquo;s ADSL Router of Zing Series&nbsp;</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="Digicom’s ADSL Router of Zing Series " src="/userfiles/images/cn8%20(Copy).jpg" style="float: right; margin: 0px 0px 0px 10px;width: 70px; height: 63px;" />Digicom has brought a new ADSL Router of Zing series. On the purchase of the router, &nbsp;8 GB pendrive comes free of cost. Similarly a 4 GB pendrive is provided on the purchase of broadband router.&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Siddharth Bank&rsquo;s ATM in the Exhibition&nbsp;</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="Siddartha Bank" src="/userfiles/images/cn9%20(Copy).jpg" style="float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px;width: 100px; height: 25px;" />The official bank of CAN InfoTech 2014 is operating the ticket sale management of the exhibition. The visitors will feel easier with the placement of ATM of the bank inside the exhibition hall.</div>',
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<strong>--By Angila Sharma</strong></div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	There are few accessories that can boost up the professional outfit of a corporate man. Of them tie is considered to be one of the most suited accessories. It is considered to be a must as it grooms the personality of its wearer by adding professional flavour to any man&rsquo;s look. It symbolizes position in life and personal sense of style of its wearer. It is essential, however, to choose a tie that suits one&rsquo;s personality.&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>How to choose a tie</strong></span></div>
<div>
	While choosing a tie, it is necessary that we look for ties that sink well with our shirt. Silk ties are more appropriate and trendy. In terms of color, choose a shade that compliments your shirt and suit. Select colors like black, burgundy, grey, navy blue and other dark colors. Similarly, you can also go for striped and dotted ties. Don&rsquo;t go for vibrant colors. Instead, choose colors that are more sober and manly.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Choosing the proper size</strong></span></div>
<div>
	Pick up a tie that touches the buckle of your belt. Short ties look funny and give you a look that might be considered untidy as a professional. If you want to wear short ties, make sure that you wear a waistcoat. A tie should not be too loose or too tight. Be sure it fits well around your neck.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Matching your tie and shirt</strong></span></div>
<div>
	If you are planning to wear a striped shirt, don&rsquo;t wear a striped tie or a dotted tie. Striped shirt and striped tie is a blunder. So, wear dotted or striped ties only with plain shirts.Wear the ties properly. Insert it under the collar of your shirt properly and ensure that it fits in well within the collar so that it does not derange your look.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Knotting the tie</strong></span></div>
<div>
	Knot is an essential component of tie wearing and an art as well. It is essential that you knot the tie properly. If you don&rsquo;t know how to make a knot, consult someone or take help. But, make sure you have the perfect knot. A tie knot, not done properly, can give you clumsy looks so do understand that there is huge difference between ignorance and fashion.&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Wrinkled or Tainted Ties</strong></span></div>
<div>
	A tie, when worn, is the focal point of your attire. Thus, if your tie is wrinkled or tainted, it will grab unnecessary attention and ruin the efforts that the rest of your attire put up. While tie cannot be washed and ironed again and again, as they are very delicate, hang your tie properly in the hanger. Similarly, untie the knot everytime after wearing&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	it so that the fabric does not&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	get spoiled.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Accessory Overkill</strong></span></div>
<div>
	When you wear a tie, a brooch can look fine. But, don&rsquo;t overdo it with excessive accessories like tie-pin, chains, collar bars and other neck jewelleries. A tie looks elegant and fashionable, when kept simple.&nbsp;</div>',
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			'description' => 'There are few accessories that can boost up the professional outfit of a corporate man. Of them tie is considered to be one of the most suited accessories. It is considered to be a must as it grooms the personality of its wearer by adding professional flavour to any man’s look. It symbolizes position in life and personal sense of style of its wearer. It is essential, however, to choose a tie that suits one’s personality.',
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			'title' => 'Tourism Briefs (6 - 12 January 2014)',
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	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Bangkok May Get Shutdown on January 13 &nbsp;</strong></span></div>
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	<img alt="Bangkok" src="/userfiles/images/tn3%20(Copy).jpg" style="float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px;width: 200px; height: 87px;" />Thailand is in the midst of great political upheaval as the People&rsquo;s Democratic Reform Committee has serious plans in shutting down Bangkok on January 13. So people planning to visit Bangkok during the period should reschedule their travel plans. Tourists on New Year&rsquo;s Eve too found their travel plans foiled as protestors embarked on a &lsquo;seize the capital&rsquo; campaign. The tourism industry is already facing the impacts as charter flights are being cancelled specially from China and Russia and this trend is likely to continue till January 31st, the Chinese New Year. The hotel occupancy level too is likely to drop by 30-40 percents at a time when Thailand enjoys robust tourism. <em>(Travelandtourworld.com)</em></div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Apple Users Book More Expensive Trips than Android Users</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="Apple VS Android" src="/userfiles/images/tn4%20(Copy).jpg" style="float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px;width: 200px; height: 136px;" />A recent analysis on mobile and tablet traffic on leading European travel websites has found that Apple users book more expensive and long haul trips. LowCostHolidays found that Android owners, on tablet or mobile, were more likely to look for shorter travel closer to home in Europe. During the holiday season of 2013, almost a quarter of the website traffic came from Apple devices. New York and Dubai led the list of destination, while other long haul resorts such as Sri Lanka, Maldives and Las Vegas won the next three spots. &nbsp;Android users were more likely to look for trips to destinations in mainland Spain, Tenerife and Ibiza. Generally, Apple users spend on average &pound;100 more than their Android counterparts, the analysis of bookings found. LowCostHolidays also found that Apple users make up their mind about which trip to book quicker than Android owners. &nbsp;Apple products currently hold a 71% share of traffic coming from devices on the site. <em>(Travelandtourworld.com)</em></div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>New Year&rsquo;s Day 2014 Marks 100 Years of Commercial Aviation &nbsp;</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="Coomercial Aviation" src="/userfiles/images/tn6%20(Copy).jpg" style="float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px;width: 200px; height: 98px;" />1st January 2014 marks exactly 100 years since the birth of commercial aviation. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has invited everyone with an interest in aviation to join a year-long celebration of the 100th anniversary and take part in a conversation about what needs to happen to make the next 100 years even more momentous. &nbsp;The industry began with only one passenger on one route on 1 January 1914. Today, on average, every day more than 8 million people fly. In 2013 total passenger numbers were 3.1 billion - surpassing the 3 billion mark for the first time ever. That number is expected to grow to 3.3 billion in 2014 (equivalent to 44% of the world&rsquo;s population). Also, the global airline industry turnover is expected to be USD 743 billion in 2014, with an average industry net profit margin of 2.6%. <em>&nbsp;(Traveldailynews.com)</em></div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>IITT 2014 to Be Held In Mumbai in January</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<img alt="IITT 2014" src="/userfiles/images/tn7%20(Copy).jpg" style="float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px;width: 200px; height: 155px;" />The Asian Business Exhibition &amp; Conferences Ltd and ITE Group PLC will jointly organise India International Travel &amp;Tourism Exhibition (IITT) in Mumbai in January. The event will be conducted on January 16-18, 2014 at the MMRDA Exhibition Center at the city&rsquo;s Bandra Kurla Complex. The IITT is aimed at facilitating networking among domestic and international buyers and giant corporate houses of the travel industry. The event will provide a platform for the exhibitors to showcase their services and products to their counterparts across India and the overseas. Apart from the exhibition, IITT 2014 will feature knowledge seminars on key industry issues and expert perspectives and highlight the challenges of the tourism industry. The event will also create avenues to interact and build relationships for future businesses for the rapidly evolving Indian travel and tourism market in terms of inbound, outbound and domestic travel. A two-day conference is also scheduled to take place at the event. (Traveldailymedia.com)</div>',
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Surya Prasad Sharma and his team has won the Surya Nepal Eastern open Pro-Am played at the par-70 Nirvana Country Club Health and Golf Resort in Dharan last Sunday.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Surya and his team of amateurs Ansu Limbu, Subarna Limbu and Pratap Limbu scored 12-under 58 to win the title. The team scored 29 points each on two halves. Likewise, Deepak Thapa Magar and amateurs Kaji Rai, Tilak Rai and Ashok Limbu finished second at 59. The team scored 31 on the front nine and added 28 on the back nine.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	The team of Deo Raj Pakhrin and amateurs Bhuvan Gurung, Ram Tamang and Raj Kumar Rai came third with the score of 60 on count back after they were tied with the team led by pro Ram Thapa. Rajendra Shrestha won the longest drive award, while Bikram Pariyar bagged the closest to the pin award. The tournament was played under stroke play scramble format.</div>',
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			'description' => 'Surya Prasad Sharma and his team has won the Surya Nepal Eastern open Pro-Am played at the par-70 Nirvana Country Club Health and Golf Resort in Dharan last Sunday.',
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Hotel Annapurna&rsquo;s New Year Eve Infinity Night 2013 was attended by over three hundred revelers. The programme had performances by Nimba Rumba and Kshitiza Shakya accompanied by a live band along with DJ WAA. A team of Hotel Annapurna&rsquo;s Chefs led by Chef Basu Giri and Chef Situ Sthapit presented a variety of unlimited international cuisines along with free flow of premium drinks, cocktails and mocktails.&nbsp;</div>
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			'title' => 'Qatar Announces Sale',
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Qatar Airways has announced a sale offering lowest fares to selected Europe and US destinations. According to the airline, travellers from Nepal will have the opportunity to explore the world for less with the sale, and they can enjoy some of the lowest fares of the season to selected destinations in Europe and the US.&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	The promotion has begun from 2nd January and will last till 8th January 2014, and is applicable to both economy and business classes. A travel window from 6th January to 15th June 2014 will enable customers to book their travel months in advance. On board, Qatar Airways&#39; service includes its renowned in-flight entertainment system which offers passengers up to 1,000 channels of the latest multi-lingual entertainment. Serving the passengers will be the best cabin crew in the world as voted by readers of the Middle East edition of the magazine Business Traveller.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	To make a booking online, customers can go to qatarairways.com/np &nbsp;or visit any Qatar airways sales office or preferred travel agent.</div>',
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			'description' => 'Qatar Airways has announced a sale offering lowest fares to selected Europe and US destinations. According to the airline, travellers from Nepal will have the opportunity to explore the world for less with the sale, and they can enjoy some of the lowest fares of the season to selected destinations in Europe and the US.',
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			'title' => 'A Vivacious Personality',
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			'content' => '<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<strong>--By Rashika Pokharel</strong></div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Prabindra Singh, Resident Director of Hotel Indreni Himalaya, is a very humble person. He considers life as a challenge because it has many ups and downs and he is ready to face all the hurdles in life. He is a very family person and spends most of his time with his family. Singh loves doing meditation and is involved in many spiritual activities organized by The Art of Living and Osho. He thinks that meditation is very important because it helps one to save time for one self and helps to refresh.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Singh frequently goes to movies with his family. He likes watching movies that have good moral message and teach good lessons about life. Singh loves listening to music and reading spiritual books. He dislikes staying idle and is always engaged in exploring things around.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Singh believes that when a person is involved in the service and hospitality sector, life becomes very tough. As one is mostly engaged with clients, it&rsquo;s hard to allocate adequate time for family and spouse. However, he thinks that if things are scheduled they can be very easily managed. &ldquo;I believe in smart work rather than planned work,&rdquo; says Singh.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Singh thinks that holidays are very important stating that everybody needs a break from hectic routine. He likes going to different places. Last year, Singh visited South-East India and Thailand. His favourite holiday destination is Hua-Hin, Thailand. However, he wants to visit many places like Annapurna Base Camp, Lukla and Ghale Gaun .Among all the trips, Singh&rsquo;s most memorable trip was his honeymoon trip to Pokhara.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Singh is very much interested in sports but due to hectic schedule, he hardly manages times for it. In his school days he was the skipper of his school&rsquo;s football team and used to be a Table Tennis champion.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Singh is a very positive and a high-spirited person. He loves reading books that deal about problems of life and also teaches how to lead life with positives attitude. Summing up his attitude towards life, he borrows Osho&rsquo;s quote &ldquo;Forget the time when you suffered but not the lesson it taught to you&rdquo;. Singh believes that problems are part of life and one must deal with them positively.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Singh loves interacting with new people and exploring different cultures. He is available on some social networking sites but is barely active due to his hectic schedule. He uses social media channels for professional purposes also.</div>',
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			'title' => 'Learning Curve News In Brief (6 - 12 January 2014)',
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	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>TU Publishes LLB Second Year Results</strong></span></div>
<div>
	Tribhuvan University (TU) has published the examination result of LLB Second year 2013. TU&rsquo;s Office of the Controller of Examination, Balkhu published results of the examination held during April-May, 2013, on Tuesday, 31st December.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>BPKIHS Tenth Convocation Ceremony in February</strong></span></div>
<div>
	BP Koirala Institute of Health Sciences (BPKIHS), Dharan is going to hold its 10th convocation ceremony on 4thFebruary 2014. The ceremony will be held on the BPKIHS premises itself. The institute has called on all it&rsquo;s passed out students of 2009/2010 batch of MD/MS programme, 2006 /2007 batch of MBBS programme for participating in the ceremony that is scheduled to start from 11 am. Along with that BSc Nursing, BSc MLT, BSc OT, MPH have been also notified to be present at the time. A notice issued by the institution has asked for submitting applications for the ceremony by January 29, 2014.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Students Padlock STA</strong></span></div>
<div>
	Students have padlocked the administration office of the Seti Technical Academy (STA), Doti for an indefinite period from Thursday, January 2. Agitating students padlocked the administrative office demanding sufficient educational resources in the institute. Students have said that they wont open the locks unless their demands are addressed by the campus administration. Classes as well as administrative work at the institute have been halted following the lockout.</div>
<div>
	The campus provides three-year diploma in engineering, ISc (Ag), ANM, Agriculture and Veterinary JTA courses. Around 400 students are studying at present in the institution.&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Motor Rally to Promote Literacy</strong></span></div>
<div>
	Rotary Club of Bagmati organized a motor rally on January 2 to promote literacy.The rally began from Tundikhel, Kathmandu and ended at Water Front Resort, Pokhara. Besides promoting literacy, the programme also aimed at encouraging safe driving, as the winner of the competition were decided on the basis of other factors rather than driving speed. To make the event more effective, the organizers had also designed a competition where the participants were judged on the basis of creativity they put in for decorating their cars with artworks that reflected the theme of literacy.In 2005 the Club had organized similar motor rally to promote anti-tobacco and anti-smoking awareness.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>CIAA Committees to Investigate School Funds</strong></span></div>
<div>
	Three Committees have been formed by the Commission for the Investigation of Abuse of Authority (CIAA) to investigate schools in six districts that are out of operation but still receiving the government funds. The committees have been assigned to investigate schools in Sarlahi, Rautahat, Dhanusha, Mahottari, Bara and Parsa district.</div>
<div>
	A committee led by CIAA Joint-secretary Ramkrishna Subedi is said to be studying the schools in Sarlahi and Rautahat while another led by DSP Sudarshan Koirala will inspect schools in Dhanusha and Mahottari. A three-member team led by an under-secretary at the CIAA regional office, Bidurraj Giri will be investigating Bara and Parsa districts.</div>',
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			'description' => 'Tribhuvan University (TU) has published the examination result of LLB Second year 2013. TU’s Office of the Controller of Examination, Balkhu published results of the examination held during April-May, 2013, on Tuesday, 31st December.',
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	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Facts about Organic Food</strong></span></div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Organic is a way of growing agricultural products or raising livestock. The processes used uphold the integrity of the farm and follow a high set of standards that guarantees specific practices are used for both food and non-food products.</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>For organic agricultural products, the organic label assures that the foods were grown without the use of toxins like pesticides and fertilizers.</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Organic livestock must be grown without the use of synthetic hormones, antibiotics, genetic engineering, or cloning, and are minimally processed without artificial ingredients, preservatives, or irradiation.</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Packages that contain the USDA Organic seal may have up to 100 percent organic ingredients included.</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>While there is questionable evidence that organic foods are more nutritious than non-organic foods, organic foods do spare the consumer from ingesting numerous toxic pesticides. These chemicals have been linked to cancer and other diseases.</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Products labeled &ldquo;organic&rdquo; may reflect higher prices because the production process is often on a smaller scale with more labour- and management-intensive practices and stricter regulations.</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Organic animals are often subject to the same torture as factory farming animals, minus the medicine, antibiotics, and other drugs.</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>While consumers reach for packages labeled &ldquo;free range&rdquo;, &ldquo;natural&rdquo;, or &ldquo;organic&rdquo;, it does not guarantee that the animals were treated properly. Most live in cramped cages amongst their waste, are subject to mutilation (dehorning, debeaking, castration), and are sent to factory feedlots to be fattened prior to slaughtering.</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>According to PETA, &ldquo;natural&rdquo; is virtually a meaningless word when labeled on meat packaging. It does not mean that the product is organic, rather is is free of artificial ingredients or added coloring.</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>There are nearly 40 non-organic ingredients that are allowed by the USDA to be included in organic packages.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<img alt="" src="/userfiles/images/fc3%20(Copy)(1).jpg" style="width: 550px; height: 251px; margin-left: 10px; margin-right: 10px;" /></div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Good Reasons to Buy Organic</strong></span></div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Organic food tastes great!</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Organic production reduces health risks.</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Organic farmers build soil</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Organic farmers work in harmony with nature</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Organic producers are leaders in innovative research</div>
<div>
	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Organic producers strive to preserve diversity</div>
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	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Organic farming helps keep rural communities healthy</div>
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	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Organic produce contains fewer pesticides.</div>
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	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Organic food is usually fresher when eaten because it doesn&rsquo;t contain preservatives that make it last longer.</div>
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	&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Organic farming is better for the environment as it practices reduce pollution (air, water and soil), conserve water, reduce soil erosion, increase soil fertility, and use less energy</div>
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	<em>Source: www.dosomething.org</em></div>
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			'description' => 'Organic is a way of growing agricultural products or raising livestock. The processes used uphold the integrity of the farm and follow a high set of standards that guarantees specific practices are used for both food and non-food products.
• For organic agricultural products, the organic label assures that the foods were grown without the use of toxins like pesticides and fertilizers.',
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			'title' => 'Organic Farming Booming In Nepal',
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	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<strong>--By Suraksha Adhikari&nbsp;</strong></div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Organic food is slowly getting bigger, both in terms of follower and producer, in Nepal. With the ever-increasing interest among urban Nepalis for organic food, various aspects of organic farming are also surging. Nepali are now more concerned about what they eat and how they are produced or prepared. Being aware of the fact that quality of the products consumed determines health condition, they are willing to pay for healthy food products. This is one of the major reason there is increasing demand for organic vegetables especially in urban areas. This is apparent when you see the growing number of restaurants in the Kathmandu serving dishes made only from Nepali organic food.</div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
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	In the present context, population growth, coupled with the drop in food production, has led to the excessive use of chemical fertilizers and other high output technology to increase agro production. The inability of traditionally produced food to meet the day-to-day needs of the growing population has pushed farmers to adopt newer technologies and use chemicals in farming to increase production. However organic farming provides distinct benefits to its consumers and the environment. Despite other benefits that organic products have, Nepal has not been able to harness the potential of this sector besides few commercial crops that serve as examples of organic farming and organic products such as tea, coffee, honey, ginger, cardamom and medicinal herbs.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Steps being taken&nbsp;</strong></span></div>
<div>
	Organic agriculture sector is gaining momentum in Nepal. It possesses great scope for its competitiveness, as Nepal is home to many products, namely spices, essential oils and medicinal plants, fresh fruits and vegetables. &nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	The National Standard for organic agriculture has also been established and endorsed by the government, and working guidelines for two certification systems (Internal Control System and Participatory Guarantee System) are being developed, both of which will serve as an important instrument for taking advantage of the international and domestic markets. The latter is a certification scheme particularly for small farmers whose products are of high demand in the local market, but who cannot meet the high cost of certification.</div>
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	&nbsp;</div>
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							<strong>The Organic Village Kathmandu&rsquo;s product range: Rice, lentils, jams, beans, honey along with different vegetables and fruits and dairy and meat products. Most of the products are grown in mountainous places like Jumla, Humla and Mustang. Some premium products of The Organic Village are Jumli Marsi Rice from Jumla (grown at 2500 m); Kalo Dal (black lentils) from Rasuwa (grown above 2000 m); red rice and yellow rice from Humla; frog meat (called &lsquo;paha&rsquo;). All together, The Organic Village gets its products from 33 districts of the country. It has recently begun exporting organic products of Nepal to the United Kingdom, the Unites States, South Africa and Qatar.</strong></div>
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	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Organic Farms in Kathmandu</strong></span></div>
<div>
	Samir Newa, founder of The Organic Village in Baluwatar, Kathmandu and the pioneer of organic farming in the country said that the interest in organic food products, whether it is fresh apples or vegetables, among the medium-high class families is growing. However, he noted that some people consider organic lifestyle as &lsquo;fashionable&rsquo; rather than actually a way to promote healthy lifestyle.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&ldquo;A majority of the people are still not aware of &lsquo;organic culture&rsquo; in Kathmandu itself,&rdquo; said Newa adding, &ldquo;Organic food is considered to be out of reach of the public as they are expensive and difficult to find.&rdquo; Similarly, a sample study conducted among 500 medium-class people in the Capital by Newa in 2011 claims that only 34 percent of the respondents had knowledge of organic farming and products. Of them,17 percent respondents partially used organic food products and only four percent completely used such products. &ldquo;The government has failed to come up with friendly policies and programmes to encourage organic farming that would protect public health from unwanted chemicals,&rdquo; Newa said.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	The Organic Village was founded in 2003 with the aim of not only growing chemical free food, but also of creating public awareness about the benefits of organic food. The Organic Village is supported by development agencies like UNDP, Winrock International, GTZ, Micro Enterprise Development Program, Small Grants Program. According to Samir Newa, foods grown at high altitude contain less fat than those grown in warm regions.&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Problems and Challenges</strong></span></div>
<div>
	Emphasis on organic agriculture at policy and programme level looks inadequate for its development and promotion. There is a virtual lack of government support to organic growers and marketers. It is necessary that marketability of any organic products, and that too at a premium price over the traditional and modern products has to be assured before starting the cultivation of organic crops. Mass production of organic products and the business volume for market sale are still invisible. Research work on processing and certification are weak and, in many cases, are missing.&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Organic farming has its own shortcomings in Nepal. Poor technical skills and capacity in managing complex farm land problem, insufficient organic technology to support production, lack of research on processing and certification, poor investment capacity, small and fragmented land holding, and less risk bearing capacity among others are the key constraints at the producers&rsquo; level. Poor consumers&rsquo; awareness about organic products, quality and availability, lack of trust regarding the authenticity of the products, higher prices of organic products, impoverished market infrastructure are the constraints at marketers&rsquo; level.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Prospects and Possibilities &nbsp;</strong></span></div>
<div>
	Organic farming holds out huge prospect in Nepalese context. Co-ordinated efforts among the actors are essential to boost it by meeting the challenges on the way to its development. Suresh Prasad Neupane, Member of Paurakhi Samudayik Krishi Sahakari said, &ldquo;Policy environment and clear long term vision and plan including research, extension, market development and commercialization of this sector are vital for the growth of this sector.&rdquo; Adding that organic industry is too small and has a long way to go in Nepal he said, &ldquo;Political commitments such as avoiding conflicting drive to maximize production, hammering proactive policy, initiating organic technology research, providing market incentives and institutionalization of Nepalese organic movement are imperative to further enhance organic sector in Nepal.&rdquo; &nbsp;</div>
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	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>National level committees are formed for boosting organic farming in Nepal.</strong></span></div>
<div>
	<strong>&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>National Organic Agriculture Accreditation Body (NOAAB): It accredits and certifies organic products.</strong></div>
<div>
	<strong>&bull;<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>National Coordination Committee for Organic Agriculture Production and Processing System (NCCOAPPS): It helps in strengthening production and processing of organic agriculture.</strong></div>',
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	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Civil Bank&rsquo;s &lsquo;Mobile Mai Nagad&rsquo;</strong></span></div>
<div>
	Civil Bank Ltd has introduced a new product named &lsquo;Mobile Mai Nagad&rsquo; on the occasion of New Year 2014. According to the Bank, this product has a complete range of financial services such as deposit, withdrawal from bank account to mobile account, account to account transfer, payment of shopping bills and utility bills through Hello Paisa Network. The Bank has also introduced Cardless ATM service from which cash can be withdrawn by using mobile phone from any Civil Bank ATM without using ATM Card. The Bank has claimed this feature to be available only in Civil Bank. The Bank has signed an agreement with Hello Paisa for this service.&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>IME&rsquo;s &lsquo;Like, Post, Win&rsquo; Facebook Contest</strong></span></div>
<div>
	International Money Express Pvt Ltd (IME) has launched a month-long facebook contest titled &lsquo;Like, Post, Win&rsquo; from 1st January 2014. All existing customers of IME are eligible for the lucky draw but they will have to like IME&rsquo;s official facebook page at www.facebook.com/imeremit and this will allow them to open the contest app where they can post their IME control number generated from their remittance transaction along with their personal details. Existing IME facebook page fans also can participate by posting the transaction ID in the facebook page. Gifts will be given to beneficiaries in Nepal in case of international transactions. Two lucky winners will get NTC or NCell recharge cards worth Rs 500 everyday whereas one lucky draw winner will get Colors Xfactor Bold II mobile set every week. At the end&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	of this contest, the bumper lucky draw winner will get an iPad Air.&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Nabil Honoured Shareholders on 29th AGM</strong></span></div>
<div>
	Nabil Bank Limited held its 29th Annual General Meeting 27th December 2013 under the chairmanship of Krishna Bahadur Manandhar. The AGM approved the payment of 65 per cent dividend (40 per cent cash dividend and 25 per cent bonus shares), totalling Rs 65 per share as recommended by the Board of Directors of the Bank and approved by Nepal Rastra Bank. The AGM also felicitated two public shareholders Dr Madhav Kumar Shrestha and Ishwar Das Karmacharya for their contribution to the Bank. The shareholder duos were conferred with a shawl and appreciation letter.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Himalayan Bank Announces Cash Dividend and Bonus Share</strong></span></div>
<div>
	Himalayan Bank Limited has decided to provide five percent bonus shares and 10 per cent cash dividend to its shareholders from the profit earned in the last fiscal year. The decision was made by a meeting of Board of Directors of the Bank held on 1st January 2014. According to the Bank, the decision is subject to approval of its upcoming 21st AGM and Nepal Rastra Bank.&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	<span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Janata Bank&rsquo;s Extension Counter in Pratappur</strong></span></div>
<div>
	Janata Bank Nepal Limtedhas opened an Extension Counter at Pratappur VDC of Nawalparasi. The Bank has started its transactions from the counter from 1st January 2014. With this, the Bank now has 25 branch offices and two extension counters.&nbsp;</div>',
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<div>
	<strong>--By Rachel Emma Silverman</strong></div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Don&rsquo;t call it a catfight.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	That&rsquo;s one of the takeaways of a management study on workplace conflict by researchers at the University of British Columbia. The researchers found that both men and women perceived office disputes between women to be more disruptive to office life than fights between men or between a man and a woman.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	The scholars, Leah D. Sheppard and Karl Aquino, asked 152 subjects to assess three workplace conflict scenarios involving a pair of managers. The examples were identical, save for the names of the individuals involved: Adam and Steven, Adam and Sarah, and Sarah and Anne.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Participants were asked to assess the likelihood that the two managers would be able to repair their relationship and the effect of the dispute on team and company morale. The subjects, both male and female, consistently viewed the conflict between the two women in the most negative light.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	The researchers don&rsquo;t know exactly why women-on-women fights are perceived so negatively, but they have some theories.&ldquo;Conflicts between women violate our norms of what is prescribed for women,&rdquo; says Sheppard.&ldquo;We have this perception that women can be really catty and terrible to each other, but we don&rsquo;t think women should be that way. We want to see women supporting one another, because they are a marginalized group.&rdquo;</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	Language may play a role, with loaded terms such as &ldquo;catfight&rdquo; and &ldquo;Queen Bee syndrome&rdquo; often deployed when women fight. &nbsp;&ldquo;We are hard-pressed to think of a term comparable to &lsquo;catfight&rsquo; that is regularly used to label conflict and competition between two men,&rdquo; the scholars write in&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	the study.</div>
<div>
	&nbsp;</div>
<div>
	The bias against female-female conflict may affect hiring and promotions for women. Managers may unconsciously decide against assigning two women together if there appears to be some discord between them. Women may also be more reluctant to speak up against another female colleague if they think they may be penalized, or labeled as catty, for doing so.The scholars hope that the study will boost managers&rsquo; awareness of the bias against fights between women when dealing with workplace conflicts and assignments. Awareness may also prevent women from harping publicly about conflicts with other women. &ldquo;For me personally, I might avoid ruminating about a conflict with a coworker. It will already be more salient to people, so probably speaking about it won&rsquo;t help,&rdquo; Ms. Sheppard says.<em> (blogs.wsj.com/atwork)</em></div>',
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That’s one of the takeaways of a management study on workplace conflict by researchers at the University of British Columbia. The researchers found that both men and women perceived office disputes between women to be more disruptive to office life than fights between men or between a man and a woman.',
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