February 27: Nepal’s northern border with China, which has remained closed since a month following the coronavirus outbreak in mainland China, is unlikely to open anytime…
February 27: Nepal’s northern border with China, which has remained closed since a month following the coronavirus outbreak in mainland China, is unlikely to open anytime…
February 27: Niruta Shrestha of Texas International College was declared the winner of Spinz Active Girl for 2020 contest on Tuesday (February…
February 27: Nepal Investment Bank Limited (NIBL) organized a blood donation camp in association with Nepal Red Cross Society on the occasion of NIBL’s 34th…
February 27: Everest Bank Limited has tied up with Soaltee Enterprises Pvt Ltd for providing discounts to its customers at the five-star…
February 27: Nepal Stock Exchange (Nepse) achieved another milestone on Wednesday (February 26) with yet another record of biggest-ever transaction in a single…
February 26: Bangladesh imported oranges worth US$ 68.4 million (Rs 7.79 billion) in 2018, according to ITC…
February 27: Myagdi district has witnessed snowfall for the seventh time this season. The highlands of Myagdi received snowfall earlier this…
February 27: Vice President of the Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI) Chandra Prasad Dhakal has announced his candidacy for the post of Senior Vice President of FNCCI. …
February 26: A meeting of the House of Representatives (HoR) on Wednesday (February 26) endorsed the first amendment to the Banks and Financial Institutions Act (BAFIA).…
February 27: Vendors and local pharmacies in Nepal have hiked the price of surgical and face masks by more than three times following the rise in demand for such…
February 26: Nepal Telecom has appointed former captain of Nepal’s national cricket team, Paras Khadka, as its brand…
February 25: Chinese smartphone brand OPPO has announced the launch of its all-round 5G flagship Find X2…
February 25: Ncell has collaborated with Microsoft Corporation to provide Microsoft’s productivity and communications solutions, cloud resources and online meeting tools, the company said in a…
February 25: Laxmi Intercontinental Pvt Ltd, the authorized dealer of Hyundai for Nepal, has launched the latest IONIQ electric facelift 2020 in…
February 26: Deltin Group, one of India’s largest and publicly listed Gaming and Hospitality Company , recently launched its very first international venture - Deltin Casino at the Marriot Hotel in Naxal,…
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Those containers contain goods worth Rs 3 billion.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">High-ranking government officials hand held a meeting earlier this week to discuss about resuming trade from the border point. The meeting chaired by secretaries of the finance, home, health and industry ministries concluded that it is not safe to reopen the border points unless they have modern equipment and facilities to screen the visitors.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">As the government currently lacks equipment to screen the people coming from China, the authorities have decided not to reopen the border for the time being, informed Joint Secretary Uttar Kumar Khatri of the finance ministry.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">He said that the government’s priority at the moment is protecting its citizens from the deadly virus rather than resuming trade.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">“The fear of infection has not yet subsided. Keeping in consideration the national security, it seems likely that the resumption of trade from the border will take some more time,” added Khatri.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">According to him, the government will ease the restriction once the threat level decreases.</span></span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2020-02-27', 'modified' => '2020-03-03', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '11449', 'image' => '20200303035545_Trade Points in Northern Border to Remain Closed.jpg', 'article_date' => '2020-02-27 12:18:51', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '11697', 'article_category_id' => '266', 'title' => 'Niruta Shrestha Crowned Winner of Spinz Active Girl 2020', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'February 27: Niruta Shrestha of Texas International College was declared the winner of Spinz Active Girl for 2020 contest on Tuesday (February 25).', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">February 27: Niruta Shrestha of Texas International College was declared the winner of Spinz Active Girl for 2020 contest on Tuesday (February 25).</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Priyanka Mandal of Himalayan White House International College finished second while Komal Dhakal of Subhashree College secured the third position in the contest organized by Spinz, an emerging brand in women’s grooming products in Nepal.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Around 1000 participants from 16 colleges in Kathmandu took part in the contest, according to the organiser. One finalist from each of the 16 colleges was shortlisted for the grand finale.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The organizers said in a statement that the contestants were evaluated on the basis of their Active Quotient and their enthusiastic outlook to life.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">“Alongside, a digital campaign was run wherein girls were invited to share their stories of an active and healthy living. This campaign too, got stupendous response and a couple of winners chosen through the social media channels were given a wild card entry to compete with the 16 other contestants,” the statement said.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The finals of the event had a thrilling finish with a treasure hunt in the iconic Patan Darbar Square at Patan. This hunt saw them the girls seek clues and perform tasks in a high-adrenaline race to win the Spinz Active Girl title.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The winners were felicitated by former Miss Nepal World Sadiccha Shrestha.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">In a celebration of women achievers of Nepal “who truly embody the spirit of Spinz”, Asian Games 2019 winners were felicitated at the Spinz Active Girl 2020 finale.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The decorated achievers feted at the event were Nima Gharti Magar of wushu, Sangita Bashyal of taekwondo, Punam Shrestha of judo, Anu Adhikari of karate and Sanju Chaudhary of weightlifting.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Amit Gupta, the country head for Nepal for CavinKare said “Spinz as brand encourages women to go out and live life to the fullest. We are proud to acknowledge and appreciate these women who have done Nepal proud with their talent and an indomitable ‘active’ spirit.” </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><img alt="" src="/app/webroot/userfiles/images/Spinz%20%282%29.jpg" style="height:600px; width:800px" /></span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2020-02-27', 'modified' => '2020-03-03', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '11448', 'image' => '20200303035705_Niruta Shrestha Crowned Winner of Spinz Active Girl 2020.jpg', 'article_date' => '2020-02-27 11:31:47', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '11696', 'article_category_id' => '218', 'title' => 'NIBL offers Helicopter Trip to Gosaikunda at Rs 3400 EMI', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'February 27: Nepal Investment Bank Limited (NIBL) organized a blood donation camp in association with Nepal Red Cross Society on the occasion of NIBL’s 34th anniversary.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">February 27: Nepal Investment Bank Limited (NIBL) organized a blood donation camp in association with Nepal Red Cross Society on the occasion of NIBL’s 34<sup>th</sup> anniversary.</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">The bank said in a statement it also launched two offers in appreciation of the clients to celebrate and provide utmost service to its customers. </span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">The first offer is a 34 percent cashback of upto Rs 3,400 in Visa Domestic Debit/Credit Card and Mastercard Domestic Debit Card transactions for the anniversary day, February 26. </span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">The second offer provides a helicopter trip to Gosaikunda with an EMI of Rs 3,400 for six months to its Visa Credit Card Holders, making a helicopter ride to the pilgrimage site accessible to each and every customer and staff of the bank, thus fostering domestic tourism. The EMI package, according to the bank, will be available starting from the anniversary day till March end 2020. </span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">On this occasion, the bank launched its second comic book for children titled "A Visit to the Zoo", whereby the bank focuses on the need of financial and technological awareness with a cultural as well as civic development from an early age. </span></span></span></p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2020-02-27', 'modified' => '2020-03-03', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '11447', 'image' => '20200303035807_NIBL offers Helicopter Trip to Gosaikunda at Rs 3400 EMI.jpg', 'article_date' => '2020-02-27 11:30:27', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '11694', 'article_category_id' => '218', 'title' => 'Everest Bank’s Customers to get 10 Percent Discount at Soaltee Hotel', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'February 27: Everest Bank Limited has tied up with Soaltee Enterprises Pvt Ltd for providing discounts to its customers at the five-star hotel.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">February 27: Everest Bank Limited has tied up with Soaltee Enterprises Pvt Ltd for providing discounts to its customers at the five-star hotel. </span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">As per the agreement, the customers of Everest Bank will get discount of 10 percent discount on standard (declared) pricing at Soaltee Crowne Plaza, Kathmandu, and Soaltee Westend Premier, Nepalgunj. </span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Everest Bank said in a statement that its customers will get the discount if they show their ATM or credit card. </span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Everest Bank currently has a customer base of over 1 million. The bank has been providing its services through a network of 95 branches, 30 revenue collection counters, and 122 ATMs across the country.</span> </span></span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2020-02-27', 'modified' => '2020-03-03', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '11446', 'image' => '20200303035840_Everest.jpg', 'article_date' => '2020-02-27 11:02:47', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '11693', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Nepse Achieves Another Milestone with All-Time High Transactions', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'February 27: Nepal Stock Exchange (Nepse) achieved another milestone on Wednesday (February 26) with yet another record of biggest-ever transaction in a single day.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">February 27: Nepal Stock Exchange (Nepse) achieved another milestone on Wednesday (February 26) with yet another record of biggest-ever transaction in a single day.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Nepse Index, which has been rising since a month, not only broke its previous record of highest transaction set only a few days ago but also recorded the maximum share transaction in its history.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">At the close of the day, Nepse witnessed a new record of share transactions worth Rs 4.15 billion, which is almost Rs 55 million more than the previous mark of Rs 3.60 billion set on Sunday (February 23).</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">A total of 9,906,000 units of shares of 180 companies were traded on Wednesday.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The Nepse index increased by 50.93 points to reach 1596.13 points, the highest in last 30 months. The last time Nepse index rose so high was on August 30, 2017, when was 1590.36 poitns.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The latest figure is the 20 th time that the daily transaction of Nepse crossed the mark of Rs 2 billion in a single day. </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The entry of new investors in the market is considered as one of the reasons of the encouraging transaction in the stock market.</span></span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2020-02-27', 'modified' => '2020-03-03', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '11445', 'image' => '20200303040000_Nepse Achieves Another Milestone with All-Time High Transactions.jpg', 'article_date' => '2020-02-27 10:29:06', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '11692', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Nepal has Good Prospects of Selling Oranges to Bangladesh', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'February 26: Bangladesh imported oranges worth US$ 68.4 million (Rs 7.79 billion) in 2018, according to ITC Trademap.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">February 26: Bangladesh imported oranges worth US$ 68.4 million (Rs 7.79 billion) in 2018, according to ITC Trademap.</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">Bangladesh mainly imports oranges from African countries. Nepal can capitalize on Bangladesh’s demand for oranges of almost Rs 8 billion by supplying the fruit if the eastern hills of the country are developed into orange farms. For this, the government needs to encourage the farmers, provide them with grant and waive tax for a certain period. The government must also give quality assurance and then sign B2B and G2G agreements with Bangladesh. </span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif""><img alt="" src="/app/webroot/userfiles/images/Clipboard01%2842%29.jpg" style="height:485px; width:667px" /></span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif""><img alt="" src="/app/webroot/userfiles/images/2%2865%29.jpg" style="height:456px; width:800px" /></span></span></span></p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2020-02-27', 'modified' => '2020-03-03', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '11444', 'image' => '20200303040600_orange.jpg', 'article_date' => '2020-02-27 09:50:17', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '11699', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Myagdi Receives Snowfall for Seventh Time', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'February 27: Myagdi district has witnessed snowfall for the seventh time this season. The highlands of Myagdi received snowfall earlier this week.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">February 27: Myagdi district has witnessed snowfall for the seventh time this season. The highlands of Myagdi received snowfall earlier this week.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">High-altitude areas like Gurja, Lulang, Mangala, Todke, Jhakripani, Ruine, Bhagwati, Kuinemangale, Ghodepani, Chitre, Ramche among other settlements received the snowfall.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">It has been reported that the snowfall in some areas is one foot deep.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">This is the seventh time the district received snowfall in the last two and a half months.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The locals have complained that the snowfall has crippled life in the district while also halting the development works.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">However, farmers are elated that the snowfall help flourish their winter crops.</span></span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2020-02-27', 'modified' => '2020-03-03', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '11443', 'image' => '20200303042249_snowfall.jpg', 'article_date' => '2020-02-27 13:02:23', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '11690', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Dhakal fields his candidacy for Senior Vice President of FNCCI ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'February 27: Vice President of the Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI) Chandra Prasad Dhakal has announced his candidacy for the post of Senior Vice President of FNCCI. ', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">February 27: Vice President of the Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI) Chandra Prasad Dhakal has announced his candidacy for the post of Senior Vice President of FNCCI. </span><br /> <span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">Dhakal has formally announced his candidacy for the post of the senior vice president of the federation at a programme organised in the capital on Wednesday (February 26). </span><br /> <span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">"I declare my candidacy for the post of the senior vice president of the Federation from my own hometown among my relatives, well-wishers and seniors," he said. </span><br /> <span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">Stating that his own career was started from very small business, he said that he understands the issues and problems of the business community. </span><br /> <span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">"My own career was also started from a very small business and job. And I have reached the present stage playing here," he said adding, "Therefore, I understand the situation, problem and issues of small business people and entrepreneurs." </span><br /> <span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">Dhakal pledged to work for raising the confidence of the business community and remain together with them at every ups and downs. </span><br /> <span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">Stating that the government alone could not meet the development expectations and fulfill the aspirations of all, he said that he would work make the private sector more strong and competent for lobbying with the government to create conducive business environment. </span><br /> <span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">He said that he would work to create conducive environment to attract foreign investment in the country, to bring in new and innovative ideas and technologies, fight for the rights for the private sector and settle the issues and grievances of the business people. </span><br /> <span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">"Last but not the least, I will lobby with the government for attaining rapid economic development with social justice and achieve the goal of prosperous Nepal and happy Nepali," he said. </span><br /> <span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">Dhakal, is a first generation serial entrepreneur of Nepal. He and his brother Hem Raj Dhakal co-founded the IME conglomerate of businesses. He strongly believes in and adheres to the ethics of professional financial conduct and governance. Additionally, he has set an exemplary model for the successful merger and acquisition of banks and financial institutions in Nepal. Dhakal’s visionary leadership has contributed to evolve the IME Group from its humble beginnings into a fast growing conglomerate. </span><br /> <br /> <span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">Dhakal has been serving as the Honorary Consul of the Republic of Indonesia in Nepal since 2010. </span><br /> <span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">He is also the President of Nepal Indonesia Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Vice-President of The Nepal German Chamber of Commerce and Industry. - RSS</span></span></span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2020-02-27', 'modified' => '2020-03-03', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '11442', 'image' => '20200303042418_Chandra dhakal (2).jpg', 'article_date' => '2020-02-27 08:56:22', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '11691', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Parliament Endorses First Amendment to BAFIA ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'February 26: A meeting of the House of Representatives (HoR) on Wednesday (February 26) endorsed the first amendment to the Banks and Financial Institutions Act (BAFIA). ', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">February 26: A meeting of the House of Representatives (HoR) on Wednesday (February 26) endorsed the first amendment to the Banks and Financial Institutions Act (BAFIA). The amendment bill tabled at the lower house meeting by Speaker Agni Prasad Sapkota was passed by the majority of lawmakers. </span><br /> <span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">Similarly, President of the Finance Committee under the HoR, Krishna Prasad Dahal and member of the Education and Health Committee Jeevan Ram Shrestha on behalf of the committee's President Jayapuri Gharti tabled the report related to the Citizens Investment Trust Bill (Second Amendment), 2076 BS and the report related to the National Sports Development Bill, 2076 respectively at the meeting. - RSS </span></span></span><br /> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2020-02-27', 'modified' => '2020-03-03', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '11441', 'image' => '20200303042507_Parliament Endorses First Amendment to BAFIA.jpg', 'article_date' => '2020-02-27 09:10:13', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '11695', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Price of Masks Rises Three Folds', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'February 27: Vendors and local pharmacies in Nepal have hiked the price of surgical and face masks by more than three times following the rise in demand for such masks.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">February 27: Vendors and local pharmacies in Nepal have hiked the price of surgical and face masks by more than three times following the rise in demand for such masks.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">A packet of mask which was available at Rs 500 about a month ago now costs more than Rs 1500. </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Until January 28, a packet of branded mask was available at Rs 500 while other normal packets of masks used to cost Rs 300. However, vendors have hiked the price to Rs 1700 and Rs 1000 respectively citing lack of supply due to scarcity of masks following the coronavirus outbreak in China. </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">A representative of Nims Pharmacy located in Thapathali informed NBA that the vendors have increased the price of masks by more than three times.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The outbreak of Covid-19 (Coronavirus) in Wuhan, China has created a panic in the global health sector and Nepal is not an exception.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">This has increased the demand for masks and the vendors are taking advantage of the situation by hiking the price arbitrarily.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><img alt="" 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Roman",serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"">February 26: Nepal Telecom has appointed former captain of Nepal’s national cricket team, Paras Khadka, as its brand ambassador. </span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"">Nepal Telecom’s Managing Director Dilliram Adhikari and Paras Khadka signed an agreement to this effect amid a programme organized at the head office of the telecom company in Kathmandu on Tuesday (February 25).</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"">Speaking on the occasion, Adhikari said the collaboration between the rapidly-expanding Nepal Telecom and the charismatic Khadka, who is famous for his “fast bowling”, would bring great results.</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"">The newly appointed brand ambassador Khadka expressed his delight for being appointed brand ambassador of the biggest telecom service provider of the country, Nepal Telecom said in a statement.</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"">“It is a great honour to be associated with Nepal Telecom,” said Khadka.</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"">The contract has been signed for a one-year period with possibility of extension of the contract.</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"">Khadka will be involved in various promotional activities of the state-owned telecommunication company during the contract period.</span></span></span></p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2020-02-26', 'modified' => '2020-03-03', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '11430', 'image' => '20200303051410_Nepal Telecom Appoints Paras Khadka as its Brand Ambassador.JPG', 'article_date' => '2020-02-26 12:13:22', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '11678', 'article_category_id' => '237', 'title' => 'OPPO’s Launches 5G Flagship Find X2 series', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'February 25: Chinese smartphone brand OPPO has announced the launch of its all-round 5G flagship Find X2 series.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">February 25: Chinese smartphone brand OPPO has announced the launch of its all-round 5G flagship Find X2 series. </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The much-anticipated global launch was hosted online on OPPO’s YouTube channel on Tuesday (February 25).</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">OPPO said in a statement that it is constantly innovating and exploring new possibilities and pushing boundaries to deliver the best experiences to its customers. </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The OPPO said its Find X2 series features the most advanced screen OPPO has developed to date, with emphasis on resolution, screen refresh rate, color, and high dynamic range, bringing users the most clear, accurate, smooth, and comfortable screen experience.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">“The Find X2 Pro is equipped with a customized flagship image sensor and will feature OPPO’s most advanced photography technologies till date, delivering a premium image quality and focusing performance for users,” the statement added. </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Additionally, Find X2 series features Qualcomm's 5G flagship chip Snapdragon 865, which supports SA/NSA dual-module network that truly brings an exceptional 5G experience to reality.</span></span></p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2020-02-26', 'modified' => '2020-03-03', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '11429', 'image' => '20200303060056_OPPO Launches.jpg', 'article_date' => '2020-02-26 10:49:18', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '11677', 'article_category_id' => '266', 'title' => 'Ncell, Microsoft Join Forces to Deliver Cloud Service to Nepali Businesses', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'February 25: Ncell has collaborated with Microsoft Corporation to provide Microsoft’s productivity and communications solutions, cloud resources and online meeting tools, the company said in a statement.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">February 25: Ncell has collaborated with Microsoft Corporation to provide Microsoft’s productivity and communications solutions, cloud resources and online meeting tools, the company said in a statement.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Ncell announced its collaboration with Microsoft Corporation for Microsoft Tier 1 Cloud Service Provider (CSP) amidst a special gathering attended by over 250 corporate clients from various banks, businesses and officials of NGO/INGOs in early February.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Under this partnership, Ncell will be focusing to provide three major products—Office 365 (O365), Azure and Teams to Nepali businesses.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Microsoft’s O365 is a cloud-based service that facilitates efficiency and helps everyone in an organization to be more productive, and communicate more effectively. The Office 365 suite makes performing essential tasks like finding information, sharing knowledge, communicating with colleagues, processing data, and planning and organization faster and more straightforward, reducing time spent on administrative tasks and leaving businesses more time to create, innovate, and move the business forward, the statement said.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">“While, Microsoft Azure is a cloud computing service for building, testing, deploying, and managing applications and services through Microsoft-managed data centres. IT Teams of companies using this service will have the freedom to build, manage, and deploy application on a massive, global network using their favourite tools and frameworks.”</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Likewise, Microsoft Teams is another innovative service, according to Ncell. This is a unified communication and collaboration platform that combines persistent workplace chat, video meetings, file storage (including collaboration on files), and application integration. Teams provides a fully decked out document storage, chat and online meeting environment.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Welcoming the guests, Andy Chong, CEO of Ncell, said, “The collaboration landscape is changing rapidly. No longer confined to office buildings, the modern workspace allows people to meet, collaborate, and stay connected across organizational boundaries. Ncell and Microsoft are combining resources and experience to focus on the fast-growing collaboration arena, which is a strategic market for both companies.”</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">“We have collaborated with Ncell to provide our cloud service directly to customers in Nepal,” said Anh Pham, chief partner officer for South Asia at Microsoft. “In the initial phase, we will be providing the cloud service to clients including small and medium enterprise and businesses of the country. We believe that the collaboration contributes towards development of Nepal’s digital ecosystem, also providing our services as value added services.”</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Through this strategic relationship, customers will benefit from Ncell’s advanced network services and Microsoft’s leadership in software technologies to deliver innovative new collaboration and communication solutions that enhance employee productivity. These new tools will empower companies, teams and individuals to collaborate in real time from various devices using multiple communications channels.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Ncell said it is making these innovative services of Microsoft available for Nepali enterprises as part of its commitment under Ncell for Business (N4B) to deliver world class services and provide opportunities to businesses large and small to reach their potential and achieve goals from better connectivity and digitisation.</span></span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2020-02-26', 'modified' => '2020-03-03', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '11428', 'image' => '20200303055415_Ncell Anh Pham.jpg', 'article_date' => '2020-02-26 10:48:10', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '11676', 'article_category_id' => '236', 'title' => 'Hyundai Rolls Out IONIQ electric 2020 in Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'February 25: Laxmi Intercontinental Pvt Ltd, the authorized dealer of Hyundai for Nepal, has launched the latest IONIQ electric facelift 2020 in Nepal.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">February 25: Laxmi Intercontinental Pvt Ltd, the authorized dealer of Hyundai for Nepal, has launched the latest IONIQ electric facelift 2020 in Nepal. </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">According to the company, the latest version of IONIQ electric comes with better power, long driving range and array of features. The all new electric premium sedan opens a whole new door in the world of electric vehicle, the company said in a statement. </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">“The cutting edge technology helps keep the customers ride powerful, effortless, safe and hassle free,” the statement said. </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">According to the company, IONIQ is equipped with38.3 kWh electric motor with the battery power of 100 kW and maximum speed of 165 kph making it perfectly eligible for long drives which has a driving range of 311 km. </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The company claimed that the all-electric mobility reduces the moving parts and makes the vehicle run “whisper quiet”.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">This new car has paddle shifters which give four levels of control over regenerative braking that captures braking energy that would otherwise be wasted and also allows driver to override the system’s default eco driving setting and to summon full power for quicker performance. </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The new version has a better looks with LED DRL and headlamps, smart electric sunroof and new iconic grille. The vehicle provides various comfort and convenience features such as 8-inch floating touch screen, heated and ventilated seats, drive mode select, wireless phone charger, etc. </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">“This vehicle is loaded with safety features like 7-airbags system, Hill Assist Control (HAC), Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Rear Parking Camera and Sensors,” the company said.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The company said that the IONIQ electric 2020 is a significant leap forward for Hyundai Motor as it intensifies its commitment to produce highly efficient, eco-friendly vehicles. </span></span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2020-02-26', 'modified' => '2020-03-03', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '11427', 'image' => '20200303060202_Hyundai rolls out.jpg', 'article_date' => '2020-02-26 10:47:10', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '11675', 'article_category_id' => '266', 'title' => 'Deltin Group Launches its first Int’l Casino at the Marriott Hotel', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'February 26: Deltin Group, one of India’s largest and publicly listed Gaming and Hospitality Company , recently launched its very first international venture - Deltin Casino at the Marriot Hotel in Naxal, Kathmandu.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">February 26: Deltin Group, one of India’s largest and publicly listed Gaming and Hospitality Company , recently launched its very first international venture - Deltin Casino at the Marriot Hotel in Naxal, Kathmandu.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">According to the company, the new casino was launched amid a function on February 8.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The company said in a statement that this new venture was started in collaboration with Everest Hospitality and Hotel Pvt Ltd.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The group said it aims to provide a world-class casino experience in Nepal.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">“With the Visit Nepal Year 2020 on pursuit, the opening of this Casino takes the Casino-tourism landscape in Nepal to greater heights,” the statement said.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The casino aims to increase the level of luxury gaming experience, hospitality and entertainment in Nepal. 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Those containers contain goods worth Rs 3 billion.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">High-ranking government officials hand held a meeting earlier this week to discuss about resuming trade from the border point. The meeting chaired by secretaries of the finance, home, health and industry ministries concluded that it is not safe to reopen the border points unless they have modern equipment and facilities to screen the visitors.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">As the government currently lacks equipment to screen the people coming from China, the authorities have decided not to reopen the border for the time being, informed Joint Secretary Uttar Kumar Khatri of the finance ministry.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">He said that the government’s priority at the moment is protecting its citizens from the deadly virus rather than resuming trade.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">“The fear of infection has not yet subsided. Keeping in consideration the national security, it seems likely that the resumption of trade from the border will take some more time,” added Khatri.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">According to him, the government will ease the restriction once the threat level decreases.</span></span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2020-02-27', 'modified' => '2020-03-03', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '11449', 'image' => '20200303035545_Trade Points in Northern Border to Remain Closed.jpg', 'article_date' => '2020-02-27 12:18:51', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '11697', 'article_category_id' => '266', 'title' => 'Niruta Shrestha Crowned Winner of Spinz Active Girl 2020', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'February 27: Niruta Shrestha of Texas International College was declared the winner of Spinz Active Girl for 2020 contest on Tuesday (February 25).', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">February 27: Niruta Shrestha of Texas International College was declared the winner of Spinz Active Girl for 2020 contest on Tuesday (February 25).</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Priyanka Mandal of Himalayan White House International College finished second while Komal Dhakal of Subhashree College secured the third position in the contest organized by Spinz, an emerging brand in women’s grooming products in Nepal.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Around 1000 participants from 16 colleges in Kathmandu took part in the contest, according to the organiser. One finalist from each of the 16 colleges was shortlisted for the grand finale.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The organizers said in a statement that the contestants were evaluated on the basis of their Active Quotient and their enthusiastic outlook to life.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">“Alongside, a digital campaign was run wherein girls were invited to share their stories of an active and healthy living. This campaign too, got stupendous response and a couple of winners chosen through the social media channels were given a wild card entry to compete with the 16 other contestants,” the statement said.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The finals of the event had a thrilling finish with a treasure hunt in the iconic Patan Darbar Square at Patan. This hunt saw them the girls seek clues and perform tasks in a high-adrenaline race to win the Spinz Active Girl title.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The winners were felicitated by former Miss Nepal World Sadiccha Shrestha.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">In a celebration of women achievers of Nepal “who truly embody the spirit of Spinz”, Asian Games 2019 winners were felicitated at the Spinz Active Girl 2020 finale.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The decorated achievers feted at the event were Nima Gharti Magar of wushu, Sangita Bashyal of taekwondo, Punam Shrestha of judo, Anu Adhikari of karate and Sanju Chaudhary of weightlifting.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Amit Gupta, the country head for Nepal for CavinKare said “Spinz as brand encourages women to go out and live life to the fullest. We are proud to acknowledge and appreciate these women who have done Nepal proud with their talent and an indomitable ‘active’ spirit.” </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><img alt="" src="/app/webroot/userfiles/images/Spinz%20%282%29.jpg" style="height:600px; width:800px" /></span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2020-02-27', 'modified' => '2020-03-03', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '11448', 'image' => '20200303035705_Niruta Shrestha Crowned Winner of Spinz Active Girl 2020.jpg', 'article_date' => '2020-02-27 11:31:47', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '11696', 'article_category_id' => '218', 'title' => 'NIBL offers Helicopter Trip to Gosaikunda at Rs 3400 EMI', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'February 27: Nepal Investment Bank Limited (NIBL) organized a blood donation camp in association with Nepal Red Cross Society on the occasion of NIBL’s 34th anniversary.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">February 27: Nepal Investment Bank Limited (NIBL) organized a blood donation camp in association with Nepal Red Cross Society on the occasion of NIBL’s 34<sup>th</sup> anniversary.</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">The bank said in a statement it also launched two offers in appreciation of the clients to celebrate and provide utmost service to its customers. </span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">The first offer is a 34 percent cashback of upto Rs 3,400 in Visa Domestic Debit/Credit Card and Mastercard Domestic Debit Card transactions for the anniversary day, February 26. </span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">The second offer provides a helicopter trip to Gosaikunda with an EMI of Rs 3,400 for six months to its Visa Credit Card Holders, making a helicopter ride to the pilgrimage site accessible to each and every customer and staff of the bank, thus fostering domestic tourism. The EMI package, according to the bank, will be available starting from the anniversary day till March end 2020. </span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">On this occasion, the bank launched its second comic book for children titled "A Visit to the Zoo", whereby the bank focuses on the need of financial and technological awareness with a cultural as well as civic development from an early age. </span></span></span></p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2020-02-27', 'modified' => '2020-03-03', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '11447', 'image' => '20200303035807_NIBL offers Helicopter Trip to Gosaikunda at Rs 3400 EMI.jpg', 'article_date' => '2020-02-27 11:30:27', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '11694', 'article_category_id' => '218', 'title' => 'Everest Bank’s Customers to get 10 Percent Discount at Soaltee Hotel', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'February 27: Everest Bank Limited has tied up with Soaltee Enterprises Pvt Ltd for providing discounts to its customers at the five-star hotel.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">February 27: Everest Bank Limited has tied up with Soaltee Enterprises Pvt Ltd for providing discounts to its customers at the five-star hotel. </span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">As per the agreement, the customers of Everest Bank will get discount of 10 percent discount on standard (declared) pricing at Soaltee Crowne Plaza, Kathmandu, and Soaltee Westend Premier, Nepalgunj. </span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Everest Bank said in a statement that its customers will get the discount if they show their ATM or credit card. </span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Everest Bank currently has a customer base of over 1 million. The bank has been providing its services through a network of 95 branches, 30 revenue collection counters, and 122 ATMs across the country.</span> </span></span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2020-02-27', 'modified' => '2020-03-03', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '11446', 'image' => '20200303035840_Everest.jpg', 'article_date' => '2020-02-27 11:02:47', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '11693', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Nepse Achieves Another Milestone with All-Time High Transactions', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'February 27: Nepal Stock Exchange (Nepse) achieved another milestone on Wednesday (February 26) with yet another record of biggest-ever transaction in a single day.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">February 27: Nepal Stock Exchange (Nepse) achieved another milestone on Wednesday (February 26) with yet another record of biggest-ever transaction in a single day.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Nepse Index, which has been rising since a month, not only broke its previous record of highest transaction set only a few days ago but also recorded the maximum share transaction in its history.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">At the close of the day, Nepse witnessed a new record of share transactions worth Rs 4.15 billion, which is almost Rs 55 million more than the previous mark of Rs 3.60 billion set on Sunday (February 23).</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">A total of 9,906,000 units of shares of 180 companies were traded on Wednesday.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The Nepse index increased by 50.93 points to reach 1596.13 points, the highest in last 30 months. The last time Nepse index rose so high was on August 30, 2017, when was 1590.36 poitns.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The latest figure is the 20 th time that the daily transaction of Nepse crossed the mark of Rs 2 billion in a single day. </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The entry of new investors in the market is considered as one of the reasons of the encouraging transaction in the stock market.</span></span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2020-02-27', 'modified' => '2020-03-03', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '11445', 'image' => '20200303040000_Nepse Achieves Another Milestone with All-Time High Transactions.jpg', 'article_date' => '2020-02-27 10:29:06', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '11692', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Nepal has Good Prospects of Selling Oranges to Bangladesh', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'February 26: Bangladesh imported oranges worth US$ 68.4 million (Rs 7.79 billion) in 2018, according to ITC Trademap.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">February 26: Bangladesh imported oranges worth US$ 68.4 million (Rs 7.79 billion) in 2018, according to ITC Trademap.</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">Bangladesh mainly imports oranges from African countries. Nepal can capitalize on Bangladesh’s demand for oranges of almost Rs 8 billion by supplying the fruit if the eastern hills of the country are developed into orange farms. For this, the government needs to encourage the farmers, provide them with grant and waive tax for a certain period. The government must also give quality assurance and then sign B2B and G2G agreements with Bangladesh. </span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif""><img alt="" src="/app/webroot/userfiles/images/Clipboard01%2842%29.jpg" style="height:485px; width:667px" /></span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif""><img alt="" src="/app/webroot/userfiles/images/2%2865%29.jpg" style="height:456px; width:800px" /></span></span></span></p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2020-02-27', 'modified' => '2020-03-03', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '11444', 'image' => '20200303040600_orange.jpg', 'article_date' => '2020-02-27 09:50:17', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '11699', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Myagdi Receives Snowfall for Seventh Time', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'February 27: Myagdi district has witnessed snowfall for the seventh time this season. The highlands of Myagdi received snowfall earlier this week.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">February 27: Myagdi district has witnessed snowfall for the seventh time this season. The highlands of Myagdi received snowfall earlier this week.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">High-altitude areas like Gurja, Lulang, Mangala, Todke, Jhakripani, Ruine, Bhagwati, Kuinemangale, Ghodepani, Chitre, Ramche among other settlements received the snowfall.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">It has been reported that the snowfall in some areas is one foot deep.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">This is the seventh time the district received snowfall in the last two and a half months.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The locals have complained that the snowfall has crippled life in the district while also halting the development works.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">However, farmers are elated that the snowfall help flourish their winter crops.</span></span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2020-02-27', 'modified' => '2020-03-03', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '11443', 'image' => '20200303042249_snowfall.jpg', 'article_date' => '2020-02-27 13:02:23', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '11690', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Dhakal fields his candidacy for Senior Vice President of FNCCI ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'February 27: Vice President of the Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI) Chandra Prasad Dhakal has announced his candidacy for the post of Senior Vice President of FNCCI. ', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">February 27: Vice President of the Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI) Chandra Prasad Dhakal has announced his candidacy for the post of Senior Vice President of FNCCI. </span><br /> <span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">Dhakal has formally announced his candidacy for the post of the senior vice president of the federation at a programme organised in the capital on Wednesday (February 26). </span><br /> <span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">"I declare my candidacy for the post of the senior vice president of the Federation from my own hometown among my relatives, well-wishers and seniors," he said. </span><br /> <span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">Stating that his own career was started from very small business, he said that he understands the issues and problems of the business community. </span><br /> <span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">"My own career was also started from a very small business and job. And I have reached the present stage playing here," he said adding, "Therefore, I understand the situation, problem and issues of small business people and entrepreneurs." </span><br /> <span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">Dhakal pledged to work for raising the confidence of the business community and remain together with them at every ups and downs. </span><br /> <span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">Stating that the government alone could not meet the development expectations and fulfill the aspirations of all, he said that he would work make the private sector more strong and competent for lobbying with the government to create conducive business environment. </span><br /> <span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">He said that he would work to create conducive environment to attract foreign investment in the country, to bring in new and innovative ideas and technologies, fight for the rights for the private sector and settle the issues and grievances of the business people. </span><br /> <span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">"Last but not the least, I will lobby with the government for attaining rapid economic development with social justice and achieve the goal of prosperous Nepal and happy Nepali," he said. </span><br /> <span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">Dhakal, is a first generation serial entrepreneur of Nepal. He and his brother Hem Raj Dhakal co-founded the IME conglomerate of businesses. He strongly believes in and adheres to the ethics of professional financial conduct and governance. Additionally, he has set an exemplary model for the successful merger and acquisition of banks and financial institutions in Nepal. Dhakal’s visionary leadership has contributed to evolve the IME Group from its humble beginnings into a fast growing conglomerate. </span><br /> <br /> <span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">Dhakal has been serving as the Honorary Consul of the Republic of Indonesia in Nepal since 2010. </span><br /> <span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">He is also the President of Nepal Indonesia Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Vice-President of The Nepal German Chamber of Commerce and Industry. - RSS</span></span></span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2020-02-27', 'modified' => '2020-03-03', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '11442', 'image' => '20200303042418_Chandra dhakal (2).jpg', 'article_date' => '2020-02-27 08:56:22', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '11691', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Parliament Endorses First Amendment to BAFIA ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'February 26: A meeting of the House of Representatives (HoR) on Wednesday (February 26) endorsed the first amendment to the Banks and Financial Institutions Act (BAFIA). ', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">February 26: A meeting of the House of Representatives (HoR) on Wednesday (February 26) endorsed the first amendment to the Banks and Financial Institutions Act (BAFIA). The amendment bill tabled at the lower house meeting by Speaker Agni Prasad Sapkota was passed by the majority of lawmakers. </span><br /> <span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">Similarly, President of the Finance Committee under the HoR, Krishna Prasad Dahal and member of the Education and Health Committee Jeevan Ram Shrestha on behalf of the committee's President Jayapuri Gharti tabled the report related to the Citizens Investment Trust Bill (Second Amendment), 2076 BS and the report related to the National Sports Development Bill, 2076 respectively at the meeting. - RSS </span></span></span><br /> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2020-02-27', 'modified' => '2020-03-03', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '11441', 'image' => '20200303042507_Parliament Endorses First Amendment to BAFIA.jpg', 'article_date' => '2020-02-27 09:10:13', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '11695', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Price of Masks Rises Three Folds', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'February 27: Vendors and local pharmacies in Nepal have hiked the price of surgical and face masks by more than three times following the rise in demand for such masks.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">February 27: Vendors and local pharmacies in Nepal have hiked the price of surgical and face masks by more than three times following the rise in demand for such masks.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">A packet of mask which was available at Rs 500 about a month ago now costs more than Rs 1500. </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Until January 28, a packet of branded mask was available at Rs 500 while other normal packets of masks used to cost Rs 300. However, vendors have hiked the price to Rs 1700 and Rs 1000 respectively citing lack of supply due to scarcity of masks following the coronavirus outbreak in China. </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">A representative of Nims Pharmacy located in Thapathali informed NBA that the vendors have increased the price of masks by more than three times.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The outbreak of Covid-19 (Coronavirus) in Wuhan, China has created a panic in the global health sector and Nepal is not an exception.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">This has increased the demand for masks and the vendors are taking advantage of the situation by hiking the price arbitrarily.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><img alt="" src="/app/webroot/userfiles/images/aadafjj.jpg" style="height:532px; width:800px" /> </span></span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </span></span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2020-02-27', 'modified' => '2020-03-03', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '11440', 'image' => '20200303042632_Price of Masks Rises Three Folds.jpg', 'article_date' => '2020-02-27 11:15:15', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '11680', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Nepal Telecom Appoints Paras Khadka as its Brand Ambassador', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'February 26: Nepal Telecom has appointed former captain of Nepal’s national cricket team, Paras Khadka, as its brand ambassador.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"">February 26: Nepal Telecom has appointed former captain of Nepal’s national cricket team, Paras Khadka, as its brand ambassador. </span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"">Nepal Telecom’s Managing Director Dilliram Adhikari and Paras Khadka signed an agreement to this effect amid a programme organized at the head office of the telecom company in Kathmandu on Tuesday (February 25).</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"">Speaking on the occasion, Adhikari said the collaboration between the rapidly-expanding Nepal Telecom and the charismatic Khadka, who is famous for his “fast bowling”, would bring great results.</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"">The newly appointed brand ambassador Khadka expressed his delight for being appointed brand ambassador of the biggest telecom service provider of the country, Nepal Telecom said in a statement.</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"">“It is a great honour to be associated with Nepal Telecom,” said Khadka.</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"">The contract has been signed for a one-year period with possibility of extension of the contract.</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"">Khadka will be involved in various promotional activities of the state-owned telecommunication company during the contract period.</span></span></span></p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2020-02-26', 'modified' => '2020-03-03', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '11430', 'image' => '20200303051410_Nepal Telecom Appoints Paras Khadka as its Brand Ambassador.JPG', 'article_date' => '2020-02-26 12:13:22', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '11678', 'article_category_id' => '237', 'title' => 'OPPO’s Launches 5G Flagship Find X2 series', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'February 25: Chinese smartphone brand OPPO has announced the launch of its all-round 5G flagship Find X2 series.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">February 25: Chinese smartphone brand OPPO has announced the launch of its all-round 5G flagship Find X2 series. </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The much-anticipated global launch was hosted online on OPPO’s YouTube channel on Tuesday (February 25).</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">OPPO said in a statement that it is constantly innovating and exploring new possibilities and pushing boundaries to deliver the best experiences to its customers. </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The OPPO said its Find X2 series features the most advanced screen OPPO has developed to date, with emphasis on resolution, screen refresh rate, color, and high dynamic range, bringing users the most clear, accurate, smooth, and comfortable screen experience.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">“The Find X2 Pro is equipped with a customized flagship image sensor and will feature OPPO’s most advanced photography technologies till date, delivering a premium image quality and focusing performance for users,” the statement added. </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Additionally, Find X2 series features Qualcomm's 5G flagship chip Snapdragon 865, which supports SA/NSA dual-module network that truly brings an exceptional 5G experience to reality.</span></span></p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2020-02-26', 'modified' => '2020-03-03', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '11429', 'image' => '20200303060056_OPPO Launches.jpg', 'article_date' => '2020-02-26 10:49:18', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '11677', 'article_category_id' => '266', 'title' => 'Ncell, Microsoft Join Forces to Deliver Cloud Service to Nepali Businesses', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'February 25: Ncell has collaborated with Microsoft Corporation to provide Microsoft’s productivity and communications solutions, cloud resources and online meeting tools, the company said in a statement.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">February 25: Ncell has collaborated with Microsoft Corporation to provide Microsoft’s productivity and communications solutions, cloud resources and online meeting tools, the company said in a statement.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Ncell announced its collaboration with Microsoft Corporation for Microsoft Tier 1 Cloud Service Provider (CSP) amidst a special gathering attended by over 250 corporate clients from various banks, businesses and officials of NGO/INGOs in early February.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Under this partnership, Ncell will be focusing to provide three major products—Office 365 (O365), Azure and Teams to Nepali businesses.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Microsoft’s O365 is a cloud-based service that facilitates efficiency and helps everyone in an organization to be more productive, and communicate more effectively. The Office 365 suite makes performing essential tasks like finding information, sharing knowledge, communicating with colleagues, processing data, and planning and organization faster and more straightforward, reducing time spent on administrative tasks and leaving businesses more time to create, innovate, and move the business forward, the statement said.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">“While, Microsoft Azure is a cloud computing service for building, testing, deploying, and managing applications and services through Microsoft-managed data centres. IT Teams of companies using this service will have the freedom to build, manage, and deploy application on a massive, global network using their favourite tools and frameworks.”</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Likewise, Microsoft Teams is another innovative service, according to Ncell. This is a unified communication and collaboration platform that combines persistent workplace chat, video meetings, file storage (including collaboration on files), and application integration. Teams provides a fully decked out document storage, chat and online meeting environment.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Welcoming the guests, Andy Chong, CEO of Ncell, said, “The collaboration landscape is changing rapidly. No longer confined to office buildings, the modern workspace allows people to meet, collaborate, and stay connected across organizational boundaries. Ncell and Microsoft are combining resources and experience to focus on the fast-growing collaboration arena, which is a strategic market for both companies.”</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">“We have collaborated with Ncell to provide our cloud service directly to customers in Nepal,” said Anh Pham, chief partner officer for South Asia at Microsoft. “In the initial phase, we will be providing the cloud service to clients including small and medium enterprise and businesses of the country. We believe that the collaboration contributes towards development of Nepal’s digital ecosystem, also providing our services as value added services.”</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Through this strategic relationship, customers will benefit from Ncell’s advanced network services and Microsoft’s leadership in software technologies to deliver innovative new collaboration and communication solutions that enhance employee productivity. These new tools will empower companies, teams and individuals to collaborate in real time from various devices using multiple communications channels.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Ncell said it is making these innovative services of Microsoft available for Nepali enterprises as part of its commitment under Ncell for Business (N4B) to deliver world class services and provide opportunities to businesses large and small to reach their potential and achieve goals from better connectivity and digitisation.</span></span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2020-02-26', 'modified' => '2020-03-03', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '11428', 'image' => '20200303055415_Ncell Anh Pham.jpg', 'article_date' => '2020-02-26 10:48:10', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '11676', 'article_category_id' => '236', 'title' => 'Hyundai Rolls Out IONIQ electric 2020 in Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'February 25: Laxmi Intercontinental Pvt Ltd, the authorized dealer of Hyundai for Nepal, has launched the latest IONIQ electric facelift 2020 in Nepal.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">February 25: Laxmi Intercontinental Pvt Ltd, the authorized dealer of Hyundai for Nepal, has launched the latest IONIQ electric facelift 2020 in Nepal. </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">According to the company, the latest version of IONIQ electric comes with better power, long driving range and array of features. The all new electric premium sedan opens a whole new door in the world of electric vehicle, the company said in a statement. </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">“The cutting edge technology helps keep the customers ride powerful, effortless, safe and hassle free,” the statement said. </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">According to the company, IONIQ is equipped with38.3 kWh electric motor with the battery power of 100 kW and maximum speed of 165 kph making it perfectly eligible for long drives which has a driving range of 311 km. </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The company claimed that the all-electric mobility reduces the moving parts and makes the vehicle run “whisper quiet”.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">This new car has paddle shifters which give four levels of control over regenerative braking that captures braking energy that would otherwise be wasted and also allows driver to override the system’s default eco driving setting and to summon full power for quicker performance. </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The new version has a better looks with LED DRL and headlamps, smart electric sunroof and new iconic grille. 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Those containers contain goods worth Rs 3 billion.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">High-ranking government officials hand held a meeting earlier this week to discuss about resuming trade from the border point. The meeting chaired by secretaries of the finance, home, health and industry ministries concluded that it is not safe to reopen the border points unless they have modern equipment and facilities to screen the visitors.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">As the government currently lacks equipment to screen the people coming from China, the authorities have decided not to reopen the border for the time being, informed Joint Secretary Uttar Kumar Khatri of the finance ministry.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">He said that the government’s priority at the moment is protecting its citizens from the deadly virus rather than resuming trade.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">“The fear of infection has not yet subsided. Keeping in consideration the national security, it seems likely that the resumption of trade from the border will take some more time,” added Khatri.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">According to him, the government will ease the restriction once the threat level decreases.</span></span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2020-02-27', 'modified' => '2020-03-03', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '11449', 'image' => '20200303035545_Trade Points in Northern Border to Remain Closed.jpg', 'article_date' => '2020-02-27 12:18:51', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '11697', 'article_category_id' => '266', 'title' => 'Niruta Shrestha Crowned Winner of Spinz Active Girl 2020', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'February 27: Niruta Shrestha of Texas International College was declared the winner of Spinz Active Girl for 2020 contest on Tuesday (February 25).', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">February 27: Niruta Shrestha of Texas International College was declared the winner of Spinz Active Girl for 2020 contest on Tuesday (February 25).</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Priyanka Mandal of Himalayan White House International College finished second while Komal Dhakal of Subhashree College secured the third position in the contest organized by Spinz, an emerging brand in women’s grooming products in Nepal.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Around 1000 participants from 16 colleges in Kathmandu took part in the contest, according to the organiser. One finalist from each of the 16 colleges was shortlisted for the grand finale.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The organizers said in a statement that the contestants were evaluated on the basis of their Active Quotient and their enthusiastic outlook to life.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">“Alongside, a digital campaign was run wherein girls were invited to share their stories of an active and healthy living. This campaign too, got stupendous response and a couple of winners chosen through the social media channels were given a wild card entry to compete with the 16 other contestants,” the statement said.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The finals of the event had a thrilling finish with a treasure hunt in the iconic Patan Darbar Square at Patan. This hunt saw them the girls seek clues and perform tasks in a high-adrenaline race to win the Spinz Active Girl title.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The winners were felicitated by former Miss Nepal World Sadiccha Shrestha.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">In a celebration of women achievers of Nepal “who truly embody the spirit of Spinz”, Asian Games 2019 winners were felicitated at the Spinz Active Girl 2020 finale.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The decorated achievers feted at the event were Nima Gharti Magar of wushu, Sangita Bashyal of taekwondo, Punam Shrestha of judo, Anu Adhikari of karate and Sanju Chaudhary of weightlifting.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Amit Gupta, the country head for Nepal for CavinKare said “Spinz as brand encourages women to go out and live life to the fullest. We are proud to acknowledge and appreciate these women who have done Nepal proud with their talent and an indomitable ‘active’ spirit.” </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><img alt="" src="/app/webroot/userfiles/images/Spinz%20%282%29.jpg" style="height:600px; width:800px" /></span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2020-02-27', 'modified' => '2020-03-03', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '11448', 'image' => '20200303035705_Niruta Shrestha Crowned Winner of Spinz Active Girl 2020.jpg', 'article_date' => '2020-02-27 11:31:47', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '11696', 'article_category_id' => '218', 'title' => 'NIBL offers Helicopter Trip to Gosaikunda at Rs 3400 EMI', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'February 27: Nepal Investment Bank Limited (NIBL) organized a blood donation camp in association with Nepal Red Cross Society on the occasion of NIBL’s 34th anniversary.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">February 27: Nepal Investment Bank Limited (NIBL) organized a blood donation camp in association with Nepal Red Cross Society on the occasion of NIBL’s 34<sup>th</sup> anniversary.</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">The bank said in a statement it also launched two offers in appreciation of the clients to celebrate and provide utmost service to its customers. </span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">The first offer is a 34 percent cashback of upto Rs 3,400 in Visa Domestic Debit/Credit Card and Mastercard Domestic Debit Card transactions for the anniversary day, February 26. </span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">The second offer provides a helicopter trip to Gosaikunda with an EMI of Rs 3,400 for six months to its Visa Credit Card Holders, making a helicopter ride to the pilgrimage site accessible to each and every customer and staff of the bank, thus fostering domestic tourism. The EMI package, according to the bank, will be available starting from the anniversary day till March end 2020. </span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">On this occasion, the bank launched its second comic book for children titled "A Visit to the Zoo", whereby the bank focuses on the need of financial and technological awareness with a cultural as well as civic development from an early age. </span></span></span></p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2020-02-27', 'modified' => '2020-03-03', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '11447', 'image' => '20200303035807_NIBL offers Helicopter Trip to Gosaikunda at Rs 3400 EMI.jpg', 'article_date' => '2020-02-27 11:30:27', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '11694', 'article_category_id' => '218', 'title' => 'Everest Bank’s Customers to get 10 Percent Discount at Soaltee Hotel', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'February 27: Everest Bank Limited has tied up with Soaltee Enterprises Pvt Ltd for providing discounts to its customers at the five-star hotel.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">February 27: Everest Bank Limited has tied up with Soaltee Enterprises Pvt Ltd for providing discounts to its customers at the five-star hotel. </span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">As per the agreement, the customers of Everest Bank will get discount of 10 percent discount on standard (declared) pricing at Soaltee Crowne Plaza, Kathmandu, and Soaltee Westend Premier, Nepalgunj. </span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Everest Bank said in a statement that its customers will get the discount if they show their ATM or credit card. </span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Everest Bank currently has a customer base of over 1 million. The bank has been providing its services through a network of 95 branches, 30 revenue collection counters, and 122 ATMs across the country.</span> </span></span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2020-02-27', 'modified' => '2020-03-03', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '11446', 'image' => '20200303035840_Everest.jpg', 'article_date' => '2020-02-27 11:02:47', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '11693', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Nepse Achieves Another Milestone with All-Time High Transactions', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'February 27: Nepal Stock Exchange (Nepse) achieved another milestone on Wednesday (February 26) with yet another record of biggest-ever transaction in a single day.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">February 27: Nepal Stock Exchange (Nepse) achieved another milestone on Wednesday (February 26) with yet another record of biggest-ever transaction in a single day.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Nepse Index, which has been rising since a month, not only broke its previous record of highest transaction set only a few days ago but also recorded the maximum share transaction in its history.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">At the close of the day, Nepse witnessed a new record of share transactions worth Rs 4.15 billion, which is almost Rs 55 million more than the previous mark of Rs 3.60 billion set on Sunday (February 23).</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">A total of 9,906,000 units of shares of 180 companies were traded on Wednesday.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The Nepse index increased by 50.93 points to reach 1596.13 points, the highest in last 30 months. The last time Nepse index rose so high was on August 30, 2017, when was 1590.36 poitns.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The latest figure is the 20 th time that the daily transaction of Nepse crossed the mark of Rs 2 billion in a single day. </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The entry of new investors in the market is considered as one of the reasons of the encouraging transaction in the stock market.</span></span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2020-02-27', 'modified' => '2020-03-03', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '11445', 'image' => '20200303040000_Nepse Achieves Another Milestone with All-Time High Transactions.jpg', 'article_date' => '2020-02-27 10:29:06', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '11692', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Nepal has Good Prospects of Selling Oranges to Bangladesh', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'February 26: Bangladesh imported oranges worth US$ 68.4 million (Rs 7.79 billion) in 2018, according to ITC Trademap.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">February 26: Bangladesh imported oranges worth US$ 68.4 million (Rs 7.79 billion) in 2018, according to ITC Trademap.</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">Bangladesh mainly imports oranges from African countries. Nepal can capitalize on Bangladesh’s demand for oranges of almost Rs 8 billion by supplying the fruit if the eastern hills of the country are developed into orange farms. For this, the government needs to encourage the farmers, provide them with grant and waive tax for a certain period. The government must also give quality assurance and then sign B2B and G2G agreements with Bangladesh. </span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif""><img alt="" src="/app/webroot/userfiles/images/Clipboard01%2842%29.jpg" style="height:485px; width:667px" /></span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif""><img alt="" src="/app/webroot/userfiles/images/2%2865%29.jpg" style="height:456px; width:800px" /></span></span></span></p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2020-02-27', 'modified' => '2020-03-03', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '11444', 'image' => '20200303040600_orange.jpg', 'article_date' => '2020-02-27 09:50:17', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '11699', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Myagdi Receives Snowfall for Seventh Time', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'February 27: Myagdi district has witnessed snowfall for the seventh time this season. The highlands of Myagdi received snowfall earlier this week.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">February 27: Myagdi district has witnessed snowfall for the seventh time this season. The highlands of Myagdi received snowfall earlier this week.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">High-altitude areas like Gurja, Lulang, Mangala, Todke, Jhakripani, Ruine, Bhagwati, Kuinemangale, Ghodepani, Chitre, Ramche among other settlements received the snowfall.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">It has been reported that the snowfall in some areas is one foot deep.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">This is the seventh time the district received snowfall in the last two and a half months.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The locals have complained that the snowfall has crippled life in the district while also halting the development works.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">However, farmers are elated that the snowfall help flourish their winter crops.</span></span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2020-02-27', 'modified' => '2020-03-03', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '11443', 'image' => '20200303042249_snowfall.jpg', 'article_date' => '2020-02-27 13:02:23', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '11690', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Dhakal fields his candidacy for Senior Vice President of FNCCI ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'February 27: Vice President of the Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI) Chandra Prasad Dhakal has announced his candidacy for the post of Senior Vice President of FNCCI. ', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">February 27: Vice President of the Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI) Chandra Prasad Dhakal has announced his candidacy for the post of Senior Vice President of FNCCI. </span><br /> <span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">Dhakal has formally announced his candidacy for the post of the senior vice president of the federation at a programme organised in the capital on Wednesday (February 26). </span><br /> <span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">"I declare my candidacy for the post of the senior vice president of the Federation from my own hometown among my relatives, well-wishers and seniors," he said. </span><br /> <span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">Stating that his own career was started from very small business, he said that he understands the issues and problems of the business community. </span><br /> <span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">"My own career was also started from a very small business and job. And I have reached the present stage playing here," he said adding, "Therefore, I understand the situation, problem and issues of small business people and entrepreneurs." </span><br /> <span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">Dhakal pledged to work for raising the confidence of the business community and remain together with them at every ups and downs. </span><br /> <span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">Stating that the government alone could not meet the development expectations and fulfill the aspirations of all, he said that he would work make the private sector more strong and competent for lobbying with the government to create conducive business environment. </span><br /> <span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">He said that he would work to create conducive environment to attract foreign investment in the country, to bring in new and innovative ideas and technologies, fight for the rights for the private sector and settle the issues and grievances of the business people. </span><br /> <span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">"Last but not the least, I will lobby with the government for attaining rapid economic development with social justice and achieve the goal of prosperous Nepal and happy Nepali," he said. </span><br /> <span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">Dhakal, is a first generation serial entrepreneur of Nepal. He and his brother Hem Raj Dhakal co-founded the IME conglomerate of businesses. He strongly believes in and adheres to the ethics of professional financial conduct and governance. Additionally, he has set an exemplary model for the successful merger and acquisition of banks and financial institutions in Nepal. Dhakal’s visionary leadership has contributed to evolve the IME Group from its humble beginnings into a fast growing conglomerate. </span><br /> <br /> <span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">Dhakal has been serving as the Honorary Consul of the Republic of Indonesia in Nepal since 2010. </span><br /> <span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">He is also the President of Nepal Indonesia Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Vice-President of The Nepal German Chamber of Commerce and Industry. - RSS</span></span></span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2020-02-27', 'modified' => '2020-03-03', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '11442', 'image' => '20200303042418_Chandra dhakal (2).jpg', 'article_date' => '2020-02-27 08:56:22', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '11691', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Parliament Endorses First Amendment to BAFIA ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'February 26: A meeting of the House of Representatives (HoR) on Wednesday (February 26) endorsed the first amendment to the Banks and Financial Institutions Act (BAFIA). ', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">February 26: A meeting of the House of Representatives (HoR) on Wednesday (February 26) endorsed the first amendment to the Banks and Financial Institutions Act (BAFIA). The amendment bill tabled at the lower house meeting by Speaker Agni Prasad Sapkota was passed by the majority of lawmakers. </span><br /> <span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">Similarly, President of the Finance Committee under the HoR, Krishna Prasad Dahal and member of the Education and Health Committee Jeevan Ram Shrestha on behalf of the committee's President Jayapuri Gharti tabled the report related to the Citizens Investment Trust Bill (Second Amendment), 2076 BS and the report related to the National Sports Development Bill, 2076 respectively at the meeting. - RSS </span></span></span><br /> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2020-02-27', 'modified' => '2020-03-03', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '11441', 'image' => '20200303042507_Parliament Endorses First Amendment to BAFIA.jpg', 'article_date' => '2020-02-27 09:10:13', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '11695', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Price of Masks Rises Three Folds', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'February 27: Vendors and local pharmacies in Nepal have hiked the price of surgical and face masks by more than three times following the rise in demand for such masks.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">February 27: Vendors and local pharmacies in Nepal have hiked the price of surgical and face masks by more than three times following the rise in demand for such masks.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">A packet of mask which was available at Rs 500 about a month ago now costs more than Rs 1500. </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Until January 28, a packet of branded mask was available at Rs 500 while other normal packets of masks used to cost Rs 300. However, vendors have hiked the price to Rs 1700 and Rs 1000 respectively citing lack of supply due to scarcity of masks following the coronavirus outbreak in China. </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">A representative of Nims Pharmacy located in Thapathali informed NBA that the vendors have increased the price of masks by more than three times.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The outbreak of Covid-19 (Coronavirus) in Wuhan, China has created a panic in the global health sector and Nepal is not an exception.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">This has increased the demand for masks and the vendors are taking advantage of the situation by hiking the price arbitrarily.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><img alt="" src="/app/webroot/userfiles/images/aadafjj.jpg" style="height:532px; width:800px" /> </span></span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </span></span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2020-02-27', 'modified' => '2020-03-03', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '11440', 'image' => '20200303042632_Price of Masks Rises Three Folds.jpg', 'article_date' => '2020-02-27 11:15:15', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '11680', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Nepal Telecom Appoints Paras Khadka as its Brand Ambassador', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'February 26: Nepal Telecom has appointed former captain of Nepal’s national cricket team, Paras Khadka, as its brand ambassador.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"">February 26: Nepal Telecom has appointed former captain of Nepal’s national cricket team, Paras Khadka, as its brand ambassador. </span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"">Nepal Telecom’s Managing Director Dilliram Adhikari and Paras Khadka signed an agreement to this effect amid a programme organized at the head office of the telecom company in Kathmandu on Tuesday (February 25).</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"">Speaking on the occasion, Adhikari said the collaboration between the rapidly-expanding Nepal Telecom and the charismatic Khadka, who is famous for his “fast bowling”, would bring great results.</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"">The newly appointed brand ambassador Khadka expressed his delight for being appointed brand ambassador of the biggest telecom service provider of the country, Nepal Telecom said in a statement.</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"">“It is a great honour to be associated with Nepal Telecom,” said Khadka.</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"">The contract has been signed for a one-year period with possibility of extension of the contract.</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"">Khadka will be involved in various promotional activities of the state-owned telecommunication company during the contract period.</span></span></span></p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2020-02-26', 'modified' => '2020-03-03', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '11430', 'image' => '20200303051410_Nepal Telecom Appoints Paras Khadka as its Brand Ambassador.JPG', 'article_date' => '2020-02-26 12:13:22', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '11678', 'article_category_id' => '237', 'title' => 'OPPO’s Launches 5G Flagship Find X2 series', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'February 25: Chinese smartphone brand OPPO has announced the launch of its all-round 5G flagship Find X2 series.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">February 25: Chinese smartphone brand OPPO has announced the launch of its all-round 5G flagship Find X2 series. </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The much-anticipated global launch was hosted online on OPPO’s YouTube channel on Tuesday (February 25).</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">OPPO said in a statement that it is constantly innovating and exploring new possibilities and pushing boundaries to deliver the best experiences to its customers. </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The OPPO said its Find X2 series features the most advanced screen OPPO has developed to date, with emphasis on resolution, screen refresh rate, color, and high dynamic range, bringing users the most clear, accurate, smooth, and comfortable screen experience.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">“The Find X2 Pro is equipped with a customized flagship image sensor and will feature OPPO’s most advanced photography technologies till date, delivering a premium image quality and focusing performance for users,” the statement added. </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Additionally, Find X2 series features Qualcomm's 5G flagship chip Snapdragon 865, which supports SA/NSA dual-module network that truly brings an exceptional 5G experience to reality.</span></span></p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2020-02-26', 'modified' => '2020-03-03', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '11429', 'image' => '20200303060056_OPPO Launches.jpg', 'article_date' => '2020-02-26 10:49:18', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '11677', 'article_category_id' => '266', 'title' => 'Ncell, Microsoft Join Forces to Deliver Cloud Service to Nepali Businesses', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'February 25: Ncell has collaborated with Microsoft Corporation to provide Microsoft’s productivity and communications solutions, cloud resources and online meeting tools, the company said in a statement.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">February 25: Ncell has collaborated with Microsoft Corporation to provide Microsoft’s productivity and communications solutions, cloud resources and online meeting tools, the company said in a statement.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Ncell announced its collaboration with Microsoft Corporation for Microsoft Tier 1 Cloud Service Provider (CSP) amidst a special gathering attended by over 250 corporate clients from various banks, businesses and officials of NGO/INGOs in early February.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Under this partnership, Ncell will be focusing to provide three major products—Office 365 (O365), Azure and Teams to Nepali businesses.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Microsoft’s O365 is a cloud-based service that facilitates efficiency and helps everyone in an organization to be more productive, and communicate more effectively. The Office 365 suite makes performing essential tasks like finding information, sharing knowledge, communicating with colleagues, processing data, and planning and organization faster and more straightforward, reducing time spent on administrative tasks and leaving businesses more time to create, innovate, and move the business forward, the statement said.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">“While, Microsoft Azure is a cloud computing service for building, testing, deploying, and managing applications and services through Microsoft-managed data centres. IT Teams of companies using this service will have the freedom to build, manage, and deploy application on a massive, global network using their favourite tools and frameworks.”</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Likewise, Microsoft Teams is another innovative service, according to Ncell. This is a unified communication and collaboration platform that combines persistent workplace chat, video meetings, file storage (including collaboration on files), and application integration. Teams provides a fully decked out document storage, chat and online meeting environment.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Welcoming the guests, Andy Chong, CEO of Ncell, said, “The collaboration landscape is changing rapidly. No longer confined to office buildings, the modern workspace allows people to meet, collaborate, and stay connected across organizational boundaries. Ncell and Microsoft are combining resources and experience to focus on the fast-growing collaboration arena, which is a strategic market for both companies.”</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">“We have collaborated with Ncell to provide our cloud service directly to customers in Nepal,” said Anh Pham, chief partner officer for South Asia at Microsoft. “In the initial phase, we will be providing the cloud service to clients including small and medium enterprise and businesses of the country. We believe that the collaboration contributes towards development of Nepal’s digital ecosystem, also providing our services as value added services.”</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Through this strategic relationship, customers will benefit from Ncell’s advanced network services and Microsoft’s leadership in software technologies to deliver innovative new collaboration and communication solutions that enhance employee productivity. These new tools will empower companies, teams and individuals to collaborate in real time from various devices using multiple communications channels.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Ncell said it is making these innovative services of Microsoft available for Nepali enterprises as part of its commitment under Ncell for Business (N4B) to deliver world class services and provide opportunities to businesses large and small to reach their potential and achieve goals from better connectivity and digitisation.</span></span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2020-02-26', 'modified' => '2020-03-03', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '11428', 'image' => '20200303055415_Ncell Anh Pham.jpg', 'article_date' => '2020-02-26 10:48:10', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '11676', 'article_category_id' => '236', 'title' => 'Hyundai Rolls Out IONIQ electric 2020 in Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'February 25: Laxmi Intercontinental Pvt Ltd, the authorized dealer of Hyundai for Nepal, has launched the latest IONIQ electric facelift 2020 in Nepal.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">February 25: Laxmi Intercontinental Pvt Ltd, the authorized dealer of Hyundai for Nepal, has launched the latest IONIQ electric facelift 2020 in Nepal. </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">According to the company, the latest version of IONIQ electric comes with better power, long driving range and array of features. The all new electric premium sedan opens a whole new door in the world of electric vehicle, the company said in a statement. </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">“The cutting edge technology helps keep the customers ride powerful, effortless, safe and hassle free,” the statement said. </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">According to the company, IONIQ is equipped with38.3 kWh electric motor with the battery power of 100 kW and maximum speed of 165 kph making it perfectly eligible for long drives which has a driving range of 311 km. </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The company claimed that the all-electric mobility reduces the moving parts and makes the vehicle run “whisper quiet”.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">This new car has paddle shifters which give four levels of control over regenerative braking that captures braking energy that would otherwise be wasted and also allows driver to override the system’s default eco driving setting and to summon full power for quicker performance. </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The new version has a better looks with LED DRL and headlamps, smart electric sunroof and new iconic grille. The vehicle provides various comfort and convenience features such as 8-inch floating touch screen, heated and ventilated seats, drive mode select, wireless phone charger, etc. </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">“This vehicle is loaded with safety features like 7-airbags system, Hill Assist Control (HAC), Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Rear Parking Camera and Sensors,” the company said.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The company said that the IONIQ electric 2020 is a significant leap forward for Hyundai Motor as it intensifies its commitment to produce highly efficient, eco-friendly vehicles. </span></span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2020-02-26', 'modified' => '2020-03-03', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '11427', 'image' => '20200303060202_Hyundai rolls out.jpg', 'article_date' => '2020-02-26 10:47:10', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '11675', 'article_category_id' => '266', 'title' => 'Deltin Group Launches its first Int’l Casino at the Marriott Hotel', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'February 26: Deltin Group, one of India’s largest and publicly listed Gaming and Hospitality Company , recently launched its very first international venture - Deltin Casino at the Marriot Hotel in Naxal, Kathmandu.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">February 26: Deltin Group, one of India’s largest and publicly listed Gaming and Hospitality Company , recently launched its very first international venture - Deltin Casino at the Marriot Hotel in Naxal, Kathmandu.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">According to the company, the new casino was launched amid a function on February 8.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The company said in a statement that this new venture was started in collaboration with Everest Hospitality and Hotel Pvt Ltd.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The group said it aims to provide a world-class casino experience in Nepal.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">“With the Visit Nepal Year 2020 on pursuit, the opening of this Casino takes the Casino-tourism landscape in Nepal to greater heights,” the statement said.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The casino aims to increase the level of luxury gaming experience, hospitality and entertainment in Nepal. It has employed nearly 250 locals as employees who have been trained for six months under international supervision to meet the highest standards of service provision.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">According to the company, the launch of this casino stands as a notable establishment to contribute to the Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) as well as contribute to the growth of the Nepalese economy and open Nepalese market to newer possibilities in entertainment business. </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">On the advent of the launch, Anil Malani, president and CEO of Deltin Group, said, “We believe that compliance and ethics is an integral aspect to our business and so we are happy to join hands with Everest Hospitality and Hotel Pvt Ltd, the owners of the Marriott Hotel, as both our companies share common values of professionalism and excellence in service. 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Those containers contain goods worth Rs 3 billion.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">High-ranking government officials hand held a meeting earlier this week to discuss about resuming trade from the border point. The meeting chaired by secretaries of the finance, home, health and industry ministries concluded that it is not safe to reopen the border points unless they have modern equipment and facilities to screen the visitors.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">As the government currently lacks equipment to screen the people coming from China, the authorities have decided not to reopen the border for the time being, informed Joint Secretary Uttar Kumar Khatri of the finance ministry.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">He said that the government’s priority at the moment is protecting its citizens from the deadly virus rather than resuming trade.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">“The fear of infection has not yet subsided. Keeping in consideration the national security, it seems likely that the resumption of trade from the border will take some more time,” added Khatri.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">According to him, the government will ease the restriction once the threat level decreases.</span></span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2020-02-27', 'modified' => '2020-03-03', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '11449', 'image' => '20200303035545_Trade Points in Northern Border to Remain Closed.jpg', 'article_date' => '2020-02-27 12:18:51', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '11697', 'article_category_id' => '266', 'title' => 'Niruta Shrestha Crowned Winner of Spinz Active Girl 2020', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'February 27: Niruta Shrestha of Texas International College was declared the winner of Spinz Active Girl for 2020 contest on Tuesday (February 25).', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">February 27: Niruta Shrestha of Texas International College was declared the winner of Spinz Active Girl for 2020 contest on Tuesday (February 25).</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Priyanka Mandal of Himalayan White House International College finished second while Komal Dhakal of Subhashree College secured the third position in the contest organized by Spinz, an emerging brand in women’s grooming products in Nepal.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Around 1000 participants from 16 colleges in Kathmandu took part in the contest, according to the organiser. One finalist from each of the 16 colleges was shortlisted for the grand finale.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The organizers said in a statement that the contestants were evaluated on the basis of their Active Quotient and their enthusiastic outlook to life.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">“Alongside, a digital campaign was run wherein girls were invited to share their stories of an active and healthy living. This campaign too, got stupendous response and a couple of winners chosen through the social media channels were given a wild card entry to compete with the 16 other contestants,” the statement said.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The finals of the event had a thrilling finish with a treasure hunt in the iconic Patan Darbar Square at Patan. This hunt saw them the girls seek clues and perform tasks in a high-adrenaline race to win the Spinz Active Girl title.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The winners were felicitated by former Miss Nepal World Sadiccha Shrestha.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">In a celebration of women achievers of Nepal “who truly embody the spirit of Spinz”, Asian Games 2019 winners were felicitated at the Spinz Active Girl 2020 finale.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The decorated achievers feted at the event were Nima Gharti Magar of wushu, Sangita Bashyal of taekwondo, Punam Shrestha of judo, Anu Adhikari of karate and Sanju Chaudhary of weightlifting.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Amit Gupta, the country head for Nepal for CavinKare said “Spinz as brand encourages women to go out and live life to the fullest. We are proud to acknowledge and appreciate these women who have done Nepal proud with their talent and an indomitable ‘active’ spirit.” </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><img alt="" src="/app/webroot/userfiles/images/Spinz%20%282%29.jpg" style="height:600px; width:800px" /></span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2020-02-27', 'modified' => '2020-03-03', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '11448', 'image' => '20200303035705_Niruta Shrestha Crowned Winner of Spinz Active Girl 2020.jpg', 'article_date' => '2020-02-27 11:31:47', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '11696', 'article_category_id' => '218', 'title' => 'NIBL offers Helicopter Trip to Gosaikunda at Rs 3400 EMI', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'February 27: Nepal Investment Bank Limited (NIBL) organized a blood donation camp in association with Nepal Red Cross Society on the occasion of NIBL’s 34th anniversary.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">February 27: Nepal Investment Bank Limited (NIBL) organized a blood donation camp in association with Nepal Red Cross Society on the occasion of NIBL’s 34<sup>th</sup> anniversary.</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">The bank said in a statement it also launched two offers in appreciation of the clients to celebrate and provide utmost service to its customers. </span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">The first offer is a 34 percent cashback of upto Rs 3,400 in Visa Domestic Debit/Credit Card and Mastercard Domestic Debit Card transactions for the anniversary day, February 26. </span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">The second offer provides a helicopter trip to Gosaikunda with an EMI of Rs 3,400 for six months to its Visa Credit Card Holders, making a helicopter ride to the pilgrimage site accessible to each and every customer and staff of the bank, thus fostering domestic tourism. The EMI package, according to the bank, will be available starting from the anniversary day till March end 2020. </span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">On this occasion, the bank launched its second comic book for children titled "A Visit to the Zoo", whereby the bank focuses on the need of financial and technological awareness with a cultural as well as civic development from an early age. </span></span></span></p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2020-02-27', 'modified' => '2020-03-03', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '11447', 'image' => '20200303035807_NIBL offers Helicopter Trip to Gosaikunda at Rs 3400 EMI.jpg', 'article_date' => '2020-02-27 11:30:27', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '11694', 'article_category_id' => '218', 'title' => 'Everest Bank’s Customers to get 10 Percent Discount at Soaltee Hotel', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'February 27: Everest Bank Limited has tied up with Soaltee Enterprises Pvt Ltd for providing discounts to its customers at the five-star hotel.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">February 27: Everest Bank Limited has tied up with Soaltee Enterprises Pvt Ltd for providing discounts to its customers at the five-star hotel. </span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">As per the agreement, the customers of Everest Bank will get discount of 10 percent discount on standard (declared) pricing at Soaltee Crowne Plaza, Kathmandu, and Soaltee Westend Premier, Nepalgunj. </span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Everest Bank said in a statement that its customers will get the discount if they show their ATM or credit card. </span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Everest Bank currently has a customer base of over 1 million. The bank has been providing its services through a network of 95 branches, 30 revenue collection counters, and 122 ATMs across the country.</span> </span></span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2020-02-27', 'modified' => '2020-03-03', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '11446', 'image' => '20200303035840_Everest.jpg', 'article_date' => '2020-02-27 11:02:47', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '11693', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Nepse Achieves Another Milestone with All-Time High Transactions', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'February 27: Nepal Stock Exchange (Nepse) achieved another milestone on Wednesday (February 26) with yet another record of biggest-ever transaction in a single day.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">February 27: Nepal Stock Exchange (Nepse) achieved another milestone on Wednesday (February 26) with yet another record of biggest-ever transaction in a single day.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Nepse Index, which has been rising since a month, not only broke its previous record of highest transaction set only a few days ago but also recorded the maximum share transaction in its history.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">At the close of the day, Nepse witnessed a new record of share transactions worth Rs 4.15 billion, which is almost Rs 55 million more than the previous mark of Rs 3.60 billion set on Sunday (February 23).</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">A total of 9,906,000 units of shares of 180 companies were traded on Wednesday.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The Nepse index increased by 50.93 points to reach 1596.13 points, the highest in last 30 months. The last time Nepse index rose so high was on August 30, 2017, when was 1590.36 poitns.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The latest figure is the 20 th time that the daily transaction of Nepse crossed the mark of Rs 2 billion in a single day. </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The entry of new investors in the market is considered as one of the reasons of the encouraging transaction in the stock market.</span></span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2020-02-27', 'modified' => '2020-03-03', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '11445', 'image' => '20200303040000_Nepse Achieves Another Milestone with All-Time High Transactions.jpg', 'article_date' => '2020-02-27 10:29:06', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '11692', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Nepal has Good Prospects of Selling Oranges to Bangladesh', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'February 26: Bangladesh imported oranges worth US$ 68.4 million (Rs 7.79 billion) in 2018, according to ITC Trademap.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">February 26: Bangladesh imported oranges worth US$ 68.4 million (Rs 7.79 billion) in 2018, according to ITC Trademap.</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">Bangladesh mainly imports oranges from African countries. Nepal can capitalize on Bangladesh’s demand for oranges of almost Rs 8 billion by supplying the fruit if the eastern hills of the country are developed into orange farms. For this, the government needs to encourage the farmers, provide them with grant and waive tax for a certain period. The government must also give quality assurance and then sign B2B and G2G agreements with Bangladesh. </span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif""><img alt="" src="/app/webroot/userfiles/images/Clipboard01%2842%29.jpg" style="height:485px; width:667px" /></span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif""><img alt="" src="/app/webroot/userfiles/images/2%2865%29.jpg" style="height:456px; width:800px" /></span></span></span></p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2020-02-27', 'modified' => '2020-03-03', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '11444', 'image' => '20200303040600_orange.jpg', 'article_date' => '2020-02-27 09:50:17', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '11699', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Myagdi Receives Snowfall for Seventh Time', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'February 27: Myagdi district has witnessed snowfall for the seventh time this season. The highlands of Myagdi received snowfall earlier this week.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">February 27: Myagdi district has witnessed snowfall for the seventh time this season. The highlands of Myagdi received snowfall earlier this week.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">High-altitude areas like Gurja, Lulang, Mangala, Todke, Jhakripani, Ruine, Bhagwati, Kuinemangale, Ghodepani, Chitre, Ramche among other settlements received the snowfall.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">It has been reported that the snowfall in some areas is one foot deep.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">This is the seventh time the district received snowfall in the last two and a half months.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The locals have complained that the snowfall has crippled life in the district while also halting the development works.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">However, farmers are elated that the snowfall help flourish their winter crops.</span></span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2020-02-27', 'modified' => '2020-03-03', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '11443', 'image' => '20200303042249_snowfall.jpg', 'article_date' => '2020-02-27 13:02:23', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '11690', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Dhakal fields his candidacy for Senior Vice President of FNCCI ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'February 27: Vice President of the Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI) Chandra Prasad Dhakal has announced his candidacy for the post of Senior Vice President of FNCCI. ', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">February 27: Vice President of the Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI) Chandra Prasad Dhakal has announced his candidacy for the post of Senior Vice President of FNCCI. </span><br /> <span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">Dhakal has formally announced his candidacy for the post of the senior vice president of the federation at a programme organised in the capital on Wednesday (February 26). </span><br /> <span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">"I declare my candidacy for the post of the senior vice president of the Federation from my own hometown among my relatives, well-wishers and seniors," he said. </span><br /> <span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">Stating that his own career was started from very small business, he said that he understands the issues and problems of the business community. </span><br /> <span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">"My own career was also started from a very small business and job. And I have reached the present stage playing here," he said adding, "Therefore, I understand the situation, problem and issues of small business people and entrepreneurs." </span><br /> <span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">Dhakal pledged to work for raising the confidence of the business community and remain together with them at every ups and downs. </span><br /> <span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">Stating that the government alone could not meet the development expectations and fulfill the aspirations of all, he said that he would work make the private sector more strong and competent for lobbying with the government to create conducive business environment. </span><br /> <span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">He said that he would work to create conducive environment to attract foreign investment in the country, to bring in new and innovative ideas and technologies, fight for the rights for the private sector and settle the issues and grievances of the business people. </span><br /> <span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">"Last but not the least, I will lobby with the government for attaining rapid economic development with social justice and achieve the goal of prosperous Nepal and happy Nepali," he said. </span><br /> <span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">Dhakal, is a first generation serial entrepreneur of Nepal. He and his brother Hem Raj Dhakal co-founded the IME conglomerate of businesses. He strongly believes in and adheres to the ethics of professional financial conduct and governance. Additionally, he has set an exemplary model for the successful merger and acquisition of banks and financial institutions in Nepal. Dhakal’s visionary leadership has contributed to evolve the IME Group from its humble beginnings into a fast growing conglomerate. </span><br /> <br /> <span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">Dhakal has been serving as the Honorary Consul of the Republic of Indonesia in Nepal since 2010. </span><br /> <span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">He is also the President of Nepal Indonesia Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Vice-President of The Nepal German Chamber of Commerce and Industry. - RSS</span></span></span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2020-02-27', 'modified' => '2020-03-03', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '11442', 'image' => '20200303042418_Chandra dhakal (2).jpg', 'article_date' => '2020-02-27 08:56:22', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '11691', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Parliament Endorses First Amendment to BAFIA ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'February 26: A meeting of the House of Representatives (HoR) on Wednesday (February 26) endorsed the first amendment to the Banks and Financial Institutions Act (BAFIA). ', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">February 26: A meeting of the House of Representatives (HoR) on Wednesday (February 26) endorsed the first amendment to the Banks and Financial Institutions Act (BAFIA). The amendment bill tabled at the lower house meeting by Speaker Agni Prasad Sapkota was passed by the majority of lawmakers. </span><br /> <span style="font-family:"Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"">Similarly, President of the Finance Committee under the HoR, Krishna Prasad Dahal and member of the Education and Health Committee Jeevan Ram Shrestha on behalf of the committee's President Jayapuri Gharti tabled the report related to the Citizens Investment Trust Bill (Second Amendment), 2076 BS and the report related to the National Sports Development Bill, 2076 respectively at the meeting. - RSS </span></span></span><br /> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2020-02-27', 'modified' => '2020-03-03', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '11441', 'image' => '20200303042507_Parliament Endorses First Amendment to BAFIA.jpg', 'article_date' => '2020-02-27 09:10:13', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '11695', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Price of Masks Rises Three Folds', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'February 27: Vendors and local pharmacies in Nepal have hiked the price of surgical and face masks by more than three times following the rise in demand for such masks.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">February 27: Vendors and local pharmacies in Nepal have hiked the price of surgical and face masks by more than three times following the rise in demand for such masks.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">A packet of mask which was available at Rs 500 about a month ago now costs more than Rs 1500. </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Until January 28, a packet of branded mask was available at Rs 500 while other normal packets of masks used to cost Rs 300. However, vendors have hiked the price to Rs 1700 and Rs 1000 respectively citing lack of supply due to scarcity of masks following the coronavirus outbreak in China. </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">A representative of Nims Pharmacy located in Thapathali informed NBA that the vendors have increased the price of masks by more than three times.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The outbreak of Covid-19 (Coronavirus) in Wuhan, China has created a panic in the global health sector and Nepal is not an exception.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">This has increased the demand for masks and the vendors are taking advantage of the situation by hiking the price arbitrarily.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><img alt="" src="/app/webroot/userfiles/images/aadafjj.jpg" style="height:532px; width:800px" /> </span></span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </span></span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2020-02-27', 'modified' => '2020-03-03', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '11440', 'image' => '20200303042632_Price of Masks Rises Three Folds.jpg', 'article_date' => '2020-02-27 11:15:15', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '11680', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Nepal Telecom Appoints Paras Khadka as its Brand Ambassador', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'February 26: Nepal Telecom has appointed former captain of Nepal’s national cricket team, Paras Khadka, as its brand ambassador.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"">February 26: Nepal Telecom has appointed former captain of Nepal’s national cricket team, Paras Khadka, as its brand ambassador. </span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"">Nepal Telecom’s Managing Director Dilliram Adhikari and Paras Khadka signed an agreement to this effect amid a programme organized at the head office of the telecom company in Kathmandu on Tuesday (February 25).</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"">Speaking on the occasion, Adhikari said the collaboration between the rapidly-expanding Nepal Telecom and the charismatic Khadka, who is famous for his “fast bowling”, would bring great results.</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"">The newly appointed brand ambassador Khadka expressed his delight for being appointed brand ambassador of the biggest telecom service provider of the country, Nepal Telecom said in a statement.</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"">“It is a great honour to be associated with Nepal Telecom,” said Khadka.</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"">The contract has been signed for a one-year period with possibility of extension of the contract.</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"">Khadka will be involved in various promotional activities of the state-owned telecommunication company during the contract period.</span></span></span></p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2020-02-26', 'modified' => '2020-03-03', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '11430', 'image' => '20200303051410_Nepal Telecom Appoints Paras Khadka as its Brand Ambassador.JPG', 'article_date' => '2020-02-26 12:13:22', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '11678', 'article_category_id' => '237', 'title' => 'OPPO’s Launches 5G Flagship Find X2 series', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'February 25: Chinese smartphone brand OPPO has announced the launch of its all-round 5G flagship Find X2 series.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">February 25: Chinese smartphone brand OPPO has announced the launch of its all-round 5G flagship Find X2 series. </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The much-anticipated global launch was hosted online on OPPO’s YouTube channel on Tuesday (February 25).</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">OPPO said in a statement that it is constantly innovating and exploring new possibilities and pushing boundaries to deliver the best experiences to its customers. </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The OPPO said its Find X2 series features the most advanced screen OPPO has developed to date, with emphasis on resolution, screen refresh rate, color, and high dynamic range, bringing users the most clear, accurate, smooth, and comfortable screen experience.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">“The Find X2 Pro is equipped with a customized flagship image sensor and will feature OPPO’s most advanced photography technologies till date, delivering a premium image quality and focusing performance for users,” the statement added. </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Additionally, Find X2 series features Qualcomm's 5G flagship chip Snapdragon 865, which supports SA/NSA dual-module network that truly brings an exceptional 5G experience to reality.</span></span></p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2020-02-26', 'modified' => '2020-03-03', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '11429', 'image' => '20200303060056_OPPO Launches.jpg', 'article_date' => '2020-02-26 10:49:18', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '11677', 'article_category_id' => '266', 'title' => 'Ncell, Microsoft Join Forces to Deliver Cloud Service to Nepali Businesses', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'February 25: Ncell has collaborated with Microsoft Corporation to provide Microsoft’s productivity and communications solutions, cloud resources and online meeting tools, the company said in a statement.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">February 25: Ncell has collaborated with Microsoft Corporation to provide Microsoft’s productivity and communications solutions, cloud resources and online meeting tools, the company said in a statement.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Ncell announced its collaboration with Microsoft Corporation for Microsoft Tier 1 Cloud Service Provider (CSP) amidst a special gathering attended by over 250 corporate clients from various banks, businesses and officials of NGO/INGOs in early February.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Under this partnership, Ncell will be focusing to provide three major products—Office 365 (O365), Azure and Teams to Nepali businesses.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Microsoft’s O365 is a cloud-based service that facilitates efficiency and helps everyone in an organization to be more productive, and communicate more effectively. The Office 365 suite makes performing essential tasks like finding information, sharing knowledge, communicating with colleagues, processing data, and planning and organization faster and more straightforward, reducing time spent on administrative tasks and leaving businesses more time to create, innovate, and move the business forward, the statement said.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">“While, Microsoft Azure is a cloud computing service for building, testing, deploying, and managing applications and services through Microsoft-managed data centres. IT Teams of companies using this service will have the freedom to build, manage, and deploy application on a massive, global network using their favourite tools and frameworks.”</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Likewise, Microsoft Teams is another innovative service, according to Ncell. This is a unified communication and collaboration platform that combines persistent workplace chat, video meetings, file storage (including collaboration on files), and application integration. Teams provides a fully decked out document storage, chat and online meeting environment.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Welcoming the guests, Andy Chong, CEO of Ncell, said, “The collaboration landscape is changing rapidly. No longer confined to office buildings, the modern workspace allows people to meet, collaborate, and stay connected across organizational boundaries. Ncell and Microsoft are combining resources and experience to focus on the fast-growing collaboration arena, which is a strategic market for both companies.”</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">“We have collaborated with Ncell to provide our cloud service directly to customers in Nepal,” said Anh Pham, chief partner officer for South Asia at Microsoft. “In the initial phase, we will be providing the cloud service to clients including small and medium enterprise and businesses of the country. We believe that the collaboration contributes towards development of Nepal’s digital ecosystem, also providing our services as value added services.”</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Through this strategic relationship, customers will benefit from Ncell’s advanced network services and Microsoft’s leadership in software technologies to deliver innovative new collaboration and communication solutions that enhance employee productivity. These new tools will empower companies, teams and individuals to collaborate in real time from various devices using multiple communications channels.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Ncell said it is making these innovative services of Microsoft available for Nepali enterprises as part of its commitment under Ncell for Business (N4B) to deliver world class services and provide opportunities to businesses large and small to reach their potential and achieve goals from better connectivity and digitisation.</span></span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2020-02-26', 'modified' => '2020-03-03', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '11428', 'image' => '20200303055415_Ncell Anh Pham.jpg', 'article_date' => '2020-02-26 10:48:10', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '11676', 'article_category_id' => '236', 'title' => 'Hyundai Rolls Out IONIQ electric 2020 in Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'February 25: Laxmi Intercontinental Pvt Ltd, the authorized dealer of Hyundai for Nepal, has launched the latest IONIQ electric facelift 2020 in Nepal.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">February 25: Laxmi Intercontinental Pvt Ltd, the authorized dealer of Hyundai for Nepal, has launched the latest IONIQ electric facelift 2020 in Nepal. </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">According to the company, the latest version of IONIQ electric comes with better power, long driving range and array of features. The all new electric premium sedan opens a whole new door in the world of electric vehicle, the company said in a statement. </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">“The cutting edge technology helps keep the customers ride powerful, effortless, safe and hassle free,” the statement said. </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">According to the company, IONIQ is equipped with38.3 kWh electric motor with the battery power of 100 kW and maximum speed of 165 kph making it perfectly eligible for long drives which has a driving range of 311 km. </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The company claimed that the all-electric mobility reduces the moving parts and makes the vehicle run “whisper quiet”.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">This new car has paddle shifters which give four levels of control over regenerative braking that captures braking energy that would otherwise be wasted and also allows driver to override the system’s default eco driving setting and to summon full power for quicker performance. </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The new version has a better looks with LED DRL and headlamps, smart electric sunroof and new iconic grille. The vehicle provides various comfort and convenience features such as 8-inch floating touch screen, heated and ventilated seats, drive mode select, wireless phone charger, etc. </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">“This vehicle is loaded with safety features like 7-airbags system, Hill Assist Control (HAC), Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Rear Parking Camera and Sensors,” the company said.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The company said that the IONIQ electric 2020 is a significant leap forward for Hyundai Motor as it intensifies its commitment to produce highly efficient, eco-friendly vehicles. </span></span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2020-02-26', 'modified' => '2020-03-03', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '11427', 'image' => '20200303060202_Hyundai rolls out.jpg', 'article_date' => '2020-02-26 10:47:10', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '11675', 'article_category_id' => '266', 'title' => 'Deltin Group Launches its first Int’l Casino at the Marriott Hotel', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'February 26: Deltin Group, one of India’s largest and publicly listed Gaming and Hospitality Company , recently launched its very first international venture - Deltin Casino at the Marriot Hotel in Naxal, Kathmandu.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">February 26: Deltin Group, one of India’s largest and publicly listed Gaming and Hospitality Company , recently launched its very first international venture - Deltin Casino at the Marriot Hotel in Naxal, Kathmandu.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">According to the company, the new casino was launched amid a function on February 8.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The company said in a statement that this new venture was started in collaboration with Everest Hospitality and Hotel Pvt Ltd.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The group said it aims to provide a world-class casino experience in Nepal.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">“With the Visit Nepal Year 2020 on pursuit, the opening of this Casino takes the Casino-tourism landscape in Nepal to greater heights,” the statement said.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The casino aims to increase the level of luxury gaming experience, hospitality and entertainment in Nepal. It has employed nearly 250 locals as employees who have been trained for six months under international supervision to meet the highest standards of service provision.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">According to the company, the launch of this casino stands as a notable establishment to contribute to the Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) as well as contribute to the growth of the Nepalese economy and open Nepalese market to newer possibilities in entertainment business. </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:20px"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">On the advent of the launch, Anil Malani, president and CEO of Deltin Group, said, “We believe that compliance and ethics is an integral aspect to our business and so we are happy to join hands with Everest Hospitality and Hotel Pvt Ltd, the owners of the Marriott Hotel, as both our companies share common values of professionalism and excellence in service. 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| Currency | Unit |
Buy | Sell |
| U.S. Dollar | 1 | 121.23 | 121.83 |
| European Euro | 1 | 131.65 | 132.31 |
| UK Pound Sterling | 1 | 142.47 | 143.18 |
| Swiss Franc | 1 | 124.29 | 124.90 |
| Australian Dollar | 1 | 71.69 | 72.05 |
| Canadian Dollar | 1 | 83.90 | 84.32 |
| Japanese Yen | 10 | 10.94 | 11.00 |
| Chinese Yuan | 1 | 17.17 | 17.26 |
| Saudi Arabian Riyal | 1 | 32.27 | 32.43 |
| UAE Dirham | 1 | 33.01 | 33.17 |
| Malaysian Ringgit | 1 | 27.36 | 27.50 |
| South Korean Won | 100 | 9.77 | 9.82 |
Update: 2020-03-25 | Source: Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB)
| Fine Gold | 1 tola | 77000.00 |
| Tejabi Gold | 1 tola | 76700.00 |
| Silver | 1 tola | 720.00 |
Update : 2020-03-25
Source: Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers' Association
| Petrol | 1 Liter | 106.00 |
| Diesel | 1 Liter | 95.00 |
| Kerosene | 1 Liter | 95.00 |
| LP Gas | 1 Cylinder | 1375.00 |
Update : 2020-03-25
