October 31: Dr Shahidul Alam has been honored with the Photo Kathmandu 2018 Award of Excellence by Photo Kathmandu recently for his contributions towards the development of photography and…
October 31: Dr Shahidul Alam has been honored with the Photo Kathmandu 2018 Award of Excellence by Photo Kathmandu recently for his contributions towards the development of photography and…
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He is the founder of Drik Picture Library, Pathshala South Asian Media Institute, Chobi Mela International Festival of Photography and Majority World, all groundbreaking Bangladeshi institutions.</p> <p>The decision to confer this year’s Photo Kathmandu Award of Excellence to Dr Shahidul Alam was unanimously reached among the Photo Kathmandu 2018 Awards organising committee that included Bikas Rauniar (senior nepali photojournalist), Bikas Karki, (president of Photojournalist Club Nepal and photo editor of Annapurna Post) and Sagar Shrestha (president of National Forum of Photojournalists).</p> <p>Photo Kathmandu is an international photography festival organized by photo.circle. The festival presents exhibitions, workshops, and a diverse range of public programmes to Kathmandu audiences and international visitors once every two years.</p> <p>The festival is organized by photo.circle in collaboration with Sikhshya Foundation which is sponsored by various organizations including National Geography Television, Nepal Tourism Board among others.</p> <p>The event which was inaugurated on October 12 will conclude on November 16. Photos from various renowned photographers from Nepal and abroad are being exhibited in the photo festival.</p> <p>The organizers had also hosted an interaction program on October 25 where individuals had interacted with Prabal Gurung, iconic American-Nepalese fashion designer and founder of Sikhshya Nepal in Mangal Bazar.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9153', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9374', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'The Last Resort organizes retreat', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: The Last Resort Adventure Pvt Ltd situated in Bhote Koshi Rural Municipality organized a retreat for journalists from various media houses.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: The Last Resort Adventure Pvt Ltd situated in Bhote Koshi Rural Municipality organized a retreat for journalists from various media houses.</p> <p>The two-day retreat organized by the resort was attended by 14 media persons on October 29 and 30.</p> <p>The organizer conducted various adventurous activities on the occasion. The team visiting the Last Resort for retreat performed rock climbing, abseiling, bungee jumping and canyoning. Besides, facilities like transportation, food and accommodation were also arranged by the organizing committee.</p> <p>Bhuwan Sharma, general manager of the Last Resort, informed New Business Age that the retreat is a part of a package offered to corporate houses aimed at team building activities. The participating journalists informed that the retreat activities gave them a memorable experience and helped them extend their network amongst each other. </p> <p> The resort established in 1999 AD has been offering various adventure sports activities.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-11-02', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9152', 'image' => '20181031034659_20181030_121507.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9373', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Syangja to host Paragliding World Cup from Thursday', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Syangja is all set to host the world paragliding championship from November 1 to 4 in Swarek of Bhirkot Municipality.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Syangja is all set to host the world paragliding championship from November 1 to 4 in Swarek of Bhirkot Municipality.</p> <p>The world championship is being organised jointly by the 11 local units of Syangja in association with Nepal Paragliding and Handgliding Association, Nepal Air Sports Association and Babu Adventure Club, Syangja.</p> <p>The organisers said that the venue of the championship, which was initially proposed to be held in Pokhara, was shifted to Syangja after Pokhara Municipality failed to provide ground for the competition.</p> <p>The competition requires at least 100 square meters of space for landing, which the Pokhara Municipality could not provide.</p> <p>Ananta Kumar Shrestha, member of the organising committee, confirmed that preparations for the Paragliding Accuracy World Cup has been complete.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9151', 'image' => '20181031031043_paragliding.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9372', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Action against Industries in Hetauda Industrial Estate', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Hetauda Industrial District Management Office has started the process to take action against the industries which are operating without following the standards of Hetauda Industrial Estate.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Hetauda Industrial District Management Office has started the process to take action against the industries which are operating without following the standards of Hetauda Industrial Estate.</p> <p>The office, from Tuesday, initiated action against a total of 27 industries, which are operating without following the criteria set by the industrial estate. According to the office, it has already taken action against five industries.</p> <p>“The office is all set to scrap the agreement with the industries which are yet to operate the industry even after acquiring land,” said Nepal Bhusan Baidhya, chief of the Hetauda Industrial District Management Office.</p> <p>The office has asked the industries to operate as per the criteria set by the industrial estate within next three months. The office has also asked the industries which have already acquired land to build required infrastructures to operate the factory within the next six months. </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9150', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9371', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Siddhartha Bank supports Teach for Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement to support the initiative of Teach for Nepal to strengthen education at public schools across the country.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement to support the initiative of Teach for Nepal to strengthen education at public schools across the country. In this regard, the bank provided a checque of Rs 500,000 to Teach for Nepal under its corporate social responsibility in order to provide quality education in rural areas of Nepal.</p> <p>The bank said that its support will help Teach for Nepal in deploying volunteers in remote areas to teach for two years.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9149', 'image' => '20181031122707_tfn.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9370', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Siddhartha Bank, Medicity Hospital sign Agreement', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital for providing discounts to its customers at the hospital.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital for providing discounts to its customers at the hospital.</p> <p>Issuing a press statement, the bank said that its debit/credit card holders, customers and employees can avail discounts at the hospital for various services.</p> <p>The hospital’s General Manager Bijay Rimal and the bank’s Deputy General Manager Suresh Raj Maharjan signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organisations amid a recent function.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9148', 'image' => '20181031122112_siddharthaa.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9369', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'The Colt Foundation Awards Scholarship to Sherpa', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: The Colt Foundation of Britain has awarded scholarship to Futi Sherpa of Fungling, Taplejung, to study four years BBA programme at the British College. ', 'content' => '<p>October 31: The Colt Foundation of Britain has awarded scholarship to Futi Sherpa of Fungling, Taplejung, to study four years BBA programme at the British College. According to the college, the scholarship will cover tuition fees, exam fees, accommodation, personal maintenance allowance, travel costs and other programme related costs for four years.</p> <p>CEO of the British College, Rajen Kandel, said, " A small push can be a giant leap, we hope this scholarship will act as a stepping stone in achieving Sherpa’s goals and dreams. The college hopes to offer such positive reinforcements to upcoming students through grants offered by the Colt Foundation.”</p> <p>The Colt Foundation, established on August 28, 1978 by the O'Hea family, awards fellowships each year to qualified students enrolled at UK universities.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9147', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9368', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hero Awards Rs 100,000 to Tharu', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Ram Prasad Tharu has won Rs 100,000 under Hero’s festive offer. ', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Ram Prasad Tharu has won Rs 100,000 under Hero’s festive offer. Issuing a press statement, the company said that Tharu won the lucky draw during the “Dashain Tihar Banne Cha Heromanchak” offer announced by Nepal General Marketing Pvt Ltd, the authorised distributor of Hero two-wheelers in Nepal.</p> <p>Under the offer, customers of Hero were given Rs 6000 cash discount on purchase of motorbikes and Rs 8000 discount on purchase of scooters. In addition, they were given a chance to win Rs 1000 to 100,000 from scratch card.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9146', 'image' => '20181031121005_Mneomonic_Dashain HEROMANCHAK.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9367', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'NTB Promotes Nepal’s Adventure Tourism in Austria ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and Trekking Agency Association of Nepal (TAAN) organised tourism promotion programme in Austria to promote adventure tourism in Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and Trekking Agency Association of Nepal (TAAN) organised tourism promotion programme in Austria to promote adventure tourism in Nepal.</p> <p>NTB informed New Business Age that the Nepali delegation organised the event to inform about Nepal’s adventure tourism destination.</p> <p>NTB’s senior spokesperspon Sunil Sharma said that the two-day programme had informed about different tourism activities and adventures tourism destination in Nepal. Stating that European tourists record the highest number of participants in Nepal’s adventure tourism, Sharma shared that such programmes would help in contributing to the tourism activities in Nepal.</p> <p>Likewise, the programme also disseminated information about different adventures activities in Nepal such as mountaineering, trekking, cycling, paragliding, observation of wildlife, hunting etc.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9145', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9366', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Global IME Bank’s Complementary Cinema Tickets', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Global IME Bank has announced to offer a complementary cinema ticket for the users of its mobile banking application, Global Smart, on purchase of two tickets of Q’s Cinema.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Global IME Bank has announced to offer a complementary cinema ticket for the users of its mobile banking application, Global Smart, on purchase of two tickets of Q’s Cinema.</p> <p>Under this scheme, Global Smart users are eligible for the complementary tickets for making payment of two tickets of Q’s Cinema through QR Code.</p> <p>The bank has been providing its services through a network of 132 branches, 140 ATMs, six extension counters, 15 revenue collection counters, 104 branchless banking facilities and 3000 representatives across the country.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9144', 'image' => '20181030025448_global IME.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9365', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Prabhu Bank in Thankot', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Prabhu Bank has opened a new branch in Thankot of Chandragiri Municipality of Kathmandu district.', 'content' => '<p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">October 30: Prabhu Bank has opened a new branch in Thankot of Chandragiri Municipality of Kathmandu district.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Chairman of Bagmati Dealers Association, Achyut Bahadur Khadka inaugurated the branch amid an event on Monday, October 29.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">The bank in a statement said that the new branch was opened to facilitate the transaction of the Nepal Oil Corporation’s depot in Thankot. The bank also expressed its belief that the locals and entrepreneurs of the area will benefit from the services of the new branch.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Likewise, the branch will be providing all kinds of modern banking facilities, according to a statement issued by the bank.</span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9143', 'image' => '20181030024629_download.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9364', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Flower Expo in Pokhara from Friday', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Floriculture Association of Nepal (FAN) is all set to organise a flower expo in Godavari of Pokhara with the objective to promote flower business in Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Floriculture Association of Nepal (FAN) is all set to organise a flower expo in Godavari of Pokhara with the objective to promote flower business in Nepal. The association said that the four-day exhibition will start on November 2 and conclude on November 5. Altogether 450 kinds of flowers will be displayed during the expo, according to Daya Kumar Dwa, immediate past president of Kaski chapter of FAN. The exhibition will feature 30 stalls.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9142', 'image' => '20181030023646_Flowers.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9363', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Kali Gandaki Transmission Line Expected to be Ready this FY', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: The Kali Gandaki Transmission Mechanism, which was developed with the aim to connect the hydro-electricity generated from Kali Gandaki River basin to the national grid, is expected to be complete within this fiscal year.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: The Kali Gandaki Transmission Mechanism, which was developed with the aim to connect the hydro-electricity generated from Kali Gandaki River basin to the national grid, is expected to be complete within this fiscal year. Installation of both towers and sub-stations are being carried side by side for the 39 km transmission line from Kusma of Parbat to Dana of Myagdi district.</p> <p>According to Nepal Electricity Authority’s Director Kul Man Ghising, approximately 60 percent of the transmission mechanism has been completed. Ghising informed that the construction of the foundation of towers, installation of towers and all sub-stations are being carried out without any delay. He further added that the power evacuation will be initiated after finishing the construction work within this fiscal year.</p> <p>Under the distribution network, 110 towers and two substations each at Kusma of Parbat and Dana of Myagdi will be installed. Ghising said that they have given more emphasis to finish this project than other similar projects.</p> <p>The project is expected to complete in the stipulated time as there is not hassles in acquiring land and forests, said the project chief Chandan Kumar Ghosh.</p> <p>“The first phase of the work will be completed within this fiscal year,” said Ghos adding, “After that, extension of transmission line (87.8 km) from Kusma to Ramnagar of Nawalparasi will be initiated in the second phase of the project.” </p> <p>At present, 16 hydropower projects have taken permission from the Department of Electricity Development to supply power to the Kali Gandaki Corridor Project. The total capacity of the projects is 739.4 MW.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9141', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9362', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'QDF, Godiva Launch Interactive Display at Hamad Int’l Airport', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has partnered with premium Belgian chocolatier Godiva to launch its first in-store interactive wall display in travel retail designed to appeal to chocolate-loving passengers travelling through the Hamad International Airport (HIA).', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has partnered with premium Belgian chocolatier Godiva to launch its first in-store interactive wall display in travel retail designed to appeal to chocolate-loving passengers travelling through the Hamad International Airport (HIA).</p> <p>This next-generation innovative installation is equipped with a unique, built-in concierge application designed to offer customers their perfect choice of product, reads a statement issued by Qatar Airways.</p> <p>According to the statement, shoppers are asked to answer a series of questions through the application, allowing it to identify their perfect Godiva chocolate gift box to match their tastes.</p> <p>Godiva’s president for global sales, Matthew Hodges, said, “The idea of the interactive wallbay, which is a first for Godiva, was borne of the realisation that today’s consumers shop in a different way to their predecessors. They are looking for engagement with the brand, for an interaction which makes them feel valued and appreciated. This joint project with QDF will enhance the appeal of our gifting items and, through the clever use of technology, make it easy for millennials to purchase products based on their specific needs.”</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9140', 'image' => '20181030011644_aaaa.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9361', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hankook Tire Appoints LH Services and Spare Parts as Authorized Distributor for Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Hankook Tire has appointed LH Services and Spare Parts (LHSS) as its authorized distributor for Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Hankook Tire has appointed LH Services and Spare Parts (LHSS) as its authorized distributor for Nepal.</p> <p>LHSS was established by Laxmi Group in 2018 as per the company’s vision to be a “one stop solution for all of consumer’s mobility needs”.</p> <p>A press statement issued by LHSS states that the company houses globally leading brands of automotive components and accessories and is currently engaged in battery, lubricant and tire business. </p> <p>According to the statement, South Korean brand Hankook has a strong presence in PCR, LTR, SUV and TBR segments.</p> <p>“Hankook tires assures high fuel efficiency, low shock and noise, better traction and higher tire life,” the statement reads.</p> <p>LHSS said it is currently importing the Hankook tires from two of its factories based in Indonesia and Korea.</p> <p>Hankook has been in Nepal for the last few years, but decided to join hands with Laxmi Group as the brand seeks to promote its products more aggressively in the Nepalese market.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9139', 'image' => '20181030010427_Hankook Tire Launch 2.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ) ) $current_user = null $logged_in = false $article = array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9374', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'The Last Resort organizes retreat', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: The Last Resort Adventure Pvt Ltd situated in Bhote Koshi Rural Municipality organized a retreat for journalists from various media houses.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: The Last Resort Adventure Pvt Ltd situated in Bhote Koshi Rural Municipality organized a retreat for journalists from various media houses.</p> <p>The two-day retreat organized by the resort was attended by 14 media persons on October 29 and 30.</p> <p>The organizer conducted various adventurous activities on the occasion. 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He is the founder of Drik Picture Library, Pathshala South Asian Media Institute, Chobi Mela International Festival of Photography and Majority World, all groundbreaking Bangladeshi institutions.</p> <p>The decision to confer this year’s Photo Kathmandu Award of Excellence to Dr Shahidul Alam was unanimously reached among the Photo Kathmandu 2018 Awards organising committee that included Bikas Rauniar (senior nepali photojournalist), Bikas Karki, (president of Photojournalist Club Nepal and photo editor of Annapurna Post) and Sagar Shrestha (president of National Forum of Photojournalists).</p> <p>Photo Kathmandu is an international photography festival organized by photo.circle. The festival presents exhibitions, workshops, and a diverse range of public programmes to Kathmandu audiences and international visitors once every two years.</p> <p>The festival is organized by photo.circle in collaboration with Sikhshya Foundation which is sponsored by various organizations including National Geography Television, Nepal Tourism Board among others.</p> <p>The event which was inaugurated on October 12 will conclude on November 16. Photos from various renowned photographers from Nepal and abroad are being exhibited in the photo festival.</p> <p>The organizers had also hosted an interaction program on October 25 where individuals had interacted with Prabal Gurung, iconic American-Nepalese fashion designer and founder of Sikhshya Nepal in Mangal Bazar.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9153', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9374', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'The Last Resort organizes retreat', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: The Last Resort Adventure Pvt Ltd situated in Bhote Koshi Rural Municipality organized a retreat for journalists from various media houses.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: The Last Resort Adventure Pvt Ltd situated in Bhote Koshi Rural Municipality organized a retreat for journalists from various media houses.</p> <p>The two-day retreat organized by the resort was attended by 14 media persons on October 29 and 30.</p> <p>The organizer conducted various adventurous activities on the occasion. The team visiting the Last Resort for retreat performed rock climbing, abseiling, bungee jumping and canyoning. Besides, facilities like transportation, food and accommodation were also arranged by the organizing committee.</p> <p>Bhuwan Sharma, general manager of the Last Resort, informed New Business Age that the retreat is a part of a package offered to corporate houses aimed at team building activities. The participating journalists informed that the retreat activities gave them a memorable experience and helped them extend their network amongst each other. </p> <p> The resort established in 1999 AD has been offering various adventure sports activities.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-11-02', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9152', 'image' => '20181031034659_20181030_121507.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9373', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Syangja to host Paragliding World Cup from Thursday', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Syangja is all set to host the world paragliding championship from November 1 to 4 in Swarek of Bhirkot Municipality.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Syangja is all set to host the world paragliding championship from November 1 to 4 in Swarek of Bhirkot Municipality.</p> <p>The world championship is being organised jointly by the 11 local units of Syangja in association with Nepal Paragliding and Handgliding Association, Nepal Air Sports Association and Babu Adventure Club, Syangja.</p> <p>The organisers said that the venue of the championship, which was initially proposed to be held in Pokhara, was shifted to Syangja after Pokhara Municipality failed to provide ground for the competition.</p> <p>The competition requires at least 100 square meters of space for landing, which the Pokhara Municipality could not provide.</p> <p>Ananta Kumar Shrestha, member of the organising committee, confirmed that preparations for the Paragliding Accuracy World Cup has been complete.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9151', 'image' => '20181031031043_paragliding.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9372', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Action against Industries in Hetauda Industrial Estate', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Hetauda Industrial District Management Office has started the process to take action against the industries which are operating without following the standards of Hetauda Industrial Estate.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Hetauda Industrial District Management Office has started the process to take action against the industries which are operating without following the standards of Hetauda Industrial Estate.</p> <p>The office, from Tuesday, initiated action against a total of 27 industries, which are operating without following the criteria set by the industrial estate. According to the office, it has already taken action against five industries.</p> <p>“The office is all set to scrap the agreement with the industries which are yet to operate the industry even after acquiring land,” said Nepal Bhusan Baidhya, chief of the Hetauda Industrial District Management Office.</p> <p>The office has asked the industries to operate as per the criteria set by the industrial estate within next three months. The office has also asked the industries which have already acquired land to build required infrastructures to operate the factory within the next six months. </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9150', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9371', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Siddhartha Bank supports Teach for Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement to support the initiative of Teach for Nepal to strengthen education at public schools across the country.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement to support the initiative of Teach for Nepal to strengthen education at public schools across the country. In this regard, the bank provided a checque of Rs 500,000 to Teach for Nepal under its corporate social responsibility in order to provide quality education in rural areas of Nepal.</p> <p>The bank said that its support will help Teach for Nepal in deploying volunteers in remote areas to teach for two years.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9149', 'image' => '20181031122707_tfn.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9370', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Siddhartha Bank, Medicity Hospital sign Agreement', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital for providing discounts to its customers at the hospital.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital for providing discounts to its customers at the hospital.</p> <p>Issuing a press statement, the bank said that its debit/credit card holders, customers and employees can avail discounts at the hospital for various services.</p> <p>The hospital’s General Manager Bijay Rimal and the bank’s Deputy General Manager Suresh Raj Maharjan signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organisations amid a recent function.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9148', 'image' => '20181031122112_siddharthaa.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9369', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'The Colt Foundation Awards Scholarship to Sherpa', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: The Colt Foundation of Britain has awarded scholarship to Futi Sherpa of Fungling, Taplejung, to study four years BBA programme at the British College. ', 'content' => '<p>October 31: The Colt Foundation of Britain has awarded scholarship to Futi Sherpa of Fungling, Taplejung, to study four years BBA programme at the British College. According to the college, the scholarship will cover tuition fees, exam fees, accommodation, personal maintenance allowance, travel costs and other programme related costs for four years.</p> <p>CEO of the British College, Rajen Kandel, said, " A small push can be a giant leap, we hope this scholarship will act as a stepping stone in achieving Sherpa’s goals and dreams. The college hopes to offer such positive reinforcements to upcoming students through grants offered by the Colt Foundation.”</p> <p>The Colt Foundation, established on August 28, 1978 by the O'Hea family, awards fellowships each year to qualified students enrolled at UK universities.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9147', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9368', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hero Awards Rs 100,000 to Tharu', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Ram Prasad Tharu has won Rs 100,000 under Hero’s festive offer. ', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Ram Prasad Tharu has won Rs 100,000 under Hero’s festive offer. Issuing a press statement, the company said that Tharu won the lucky draw during the “Dashain Tihar Banne Cha Heromanchak” offer announced by Nepal General Marketing Pvt Ltd, the authorised distributor of Hero two-wheelers in Nepal.</p> <p>Under the offer, customers of Hero were given Rs 6000 cash discount on purchase of motorbikes and Rs 8000 discount on purchase of scooters. In addition, they were given a chance to win Rs 1000 to 100,000 from scratch card.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9146', 'image' => '20181031121005_Mneomonic_Dashain HEROMANCHAK.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9367', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'NTB Promotes Nepal’s Adventure Tourism in Austria ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and Trekking Agency Association of Nepal (TAAN) organised tourism promotion programme in Austria to promote adventure tourism in Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and Trekking Agency Association of Nepal (TAAN) organised tourism promotion programme in Austria to promote adventure tourism in Nepal.</p> <p>NTB informed New Business Age that the Nepali delegation organised the event to inform about Nepal’s adventure tourism destination.</p> <p>NTB’s senior spokesperspon Sunil Sharma said that the two-day programme had informed about different tourism activities and adventures tourism destination in Nepal. Stating that European tourists record the highest number of participants in Nepal’s adventure tourism, Sharma shared that such programmes would help in contributing to the tourism activities in Nepal.</p> <p>Likewise, the programme also disseminated information about different adventures activities in Nepal such as mountaineering, trekking, cycling, paragliding, observation of wildlife, hunting etc.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9145', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9366', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Global IME Bank’s Complementary Cinema Tickets', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Global IME Bank has announced to offer a complementary cinema ticket for the users of its mobile banking application, Global Smart, on purchase of two tickets of Q’s Cinema.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Global IME Bank has announced to offer a complementary cinema ticket for the users of its mobile banking application, Global Smart, on purchase of two tickets of Q’s Cinema.</p> <p>Under this scheme, Global Smart users are eligible for the complementary tickets for making payment of two tickets of Q’s Cinema through QR Code.</p> <p>The bank has been providing its services through a network of 132 branches, 140 ATMs, six extension counters, 15 revenue collection counters, 104 branchless banking facilities and 3000 representatives across the country.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9144', 'image' => '20181030025448_global IME.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9365', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Prabhu Bank in Thankot', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Prabhu Bank has opened a new branch in Thankot of Chandragiri Municipality of Kathmandu district.', 'content' => '<p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">October 30: Prabhu Bank has opened a new branch in Thankot of Chandragiri Municipality of Kathmandu district.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Chairman of Bagmati Dealers Association, Achyut Bahadur Khadka inaugurated the branch amid an event on Monday, October 29.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">The bank in a statement said that the new branch was opened to facilitate the transaction of the Nepal Oil Corporation’s depot in Thankot. The bank also expressed its belief that the locals and entrepreneurs of the area will benefit from the services of the new branch.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Likewise, the branch will be providing all kinds of modern banking facilities, according to a statement issued by the bank.</span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9143', 'image' => '20181030024629_download.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9364', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Flower Expo in Pokhara from Friday', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Floriculture Association of Nepal (FAN) is all set to organise a flower expo in Godavari of Pokhara with the objective to promote flower business in Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Floriculture Association of Nepal (FAN) is all set to organise a flower expo in Godavari of Pokhara with the objective to promote flower business in Nepal. The association said that the four-day exhibition will start on November 2 and conclude on November 5. Altogether 450 kinds of flowers will be displayed during the expo, according to Daya Kumar Dwa, immediate past president of Kaski chapter of FAN. The exhibition will feature 30 stalls.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9142', 'image' => '20181030023646_Flowers.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9363', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Kali Gandaki Transmission Line Expected to be Ready this FY', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: The Kali Gandaki Transmission Mechanism, which was developed with the aim to connect the hydro-electricity generated from Kali Gandaki River basin to the national grid, is expected to be complete within this fiscal year.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: The Kali Gandaki Transmission Mechanism, which was developed with the aim to connect the hydro-electricity generated from Kali Gandaki River basin to the national grid, is expected to be complete within this fiscal year. Installation of both towers and sub-stations are being carried side by side for the 39 km transmission line from Kusma of Parbat to Dana of Myagdi district.</p> <p>According to Nepal Electricity Authority’s Director Kul Man Ghising, approximately 60 percent of the transmission mechanism has been completed. Ghising informed that the construction of the foundation of towers, installation of towers and all sub-stations are being carried out without any delay. He further added that the power evacuation will be initiated after finishing the construction work within this fiscal year.</p> <p>Under the distribution network, 110 towers and two substations each at Kusma of Parbat and Dana of Myagdi will be installed. Ghising said that they have given more emphasis to finish this project than other similar projects.</p> <p>The project is expected to complete in the stipulated time as there is not hassles in acquiring land and forests, said the project chief Chandan Kumar Ghosh.</p> <p>“The first phase of the work will be completed within this fiscal year,” said Ghos adding, “After that, extension of transmission line (87.8 km) from Kusma to Ramnagar of Nawalparasi will be initiated in the second phase of the project.” </p> <p>At present, 16 hydropower projects have taken permission from the Department of Electricity Development to supply power to the Kali Gandaki Corridor Project. The total capacity of the projects is 739.4 MW.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9141', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9362', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'QDF, Godiva Launch Interactive Display at Hamad Int’l Airport', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has partnered with premium Belgian chocolatier Godiva to launch its first in-store interactive wall display in travel retail designed to appeal to chocolate-loving passengers travelling through the Hamad International Airport (HIA).', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has partnered with premium Belgian chocolatier Godiva to launch its first in-store interactive wall display in travel retail designed to appeal to chocolate-loving passengers travelling through the Hamad International Airport (HIA).</p> <p>This next-generation innovative installation is equipped with a unique, built-in concierge application designed to offer customers their perfect choice of product, reads a statement issued by Qatar Airways.</p> <p>According to the statement, shoppers are asked to answer a series of questions through the application, allowing it to identify their perfect Godiva chocolate gift box to match their tastes.</p> <p>Godiva’s president for global sales, Matthew Hodges, said, “The idea of the interactive wallbay, which is a first for Godiva, was borne of the realisation that today’s consumers shop in a different way to their predecessors. They are looking for engagement with the brand, for an interaction which makes them feel valued and appreciated. This joint project with QDF will enhance the appeal of our gifting items and, through the clever use of technology, make it easy for millennials to purchase products based on their specific needs.”</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9140', 'image' => '20181030011644_aaaa.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9361', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hankook Tire Appoints LH Services and Spare Parts as Authorized Distributor for Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Hankook Tire has appointed LH Services and Spare Parts (LHSS) as its authorized distributor for Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Hankook Tire has appointed LH Services and Spare Parts (LHSS) as its authorized distributor for Nepal.</p> <p>LHSS was established by Laxmi Group in 2018 as per the company’s vision to be a “one stop solution for all of consumer’s mobility needs”.</p> <p>A press statement issued by LHSS states that the company houses globally leading brands of automotive components and accessories and is currently engaged in battery, lubricant and tire business. </p> <p>According to the statement, South Korean brand Hankook has a strong presence in PCR, LTR, SUV and TBR segments.</p> <p>“Hankook tires assures high fuel efficiency, low shock and noise, better traction and higher tire life,” the statement reads.</p> <p>LHSS said it is currently importing the Hankook tires from two of its factories based in Indonesia and Korea.</p> <p>Hankook has been in Nepal for the last few years, but decided to join hands with Laxmi Group as the brand seeks to promote its products more aggressively in the Nepalese market.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9139', 'image' => '20181030010427_Hankook Tire Launch 2.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ) ) $current_user = null $logged_in = false $article = array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9374', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'The Last Resort organizes retreat', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: The Last Resort Adventure Pvt Ltd situated in Bhote Koshi Rural Municipality organized a retreat for journalists from various media houses.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: The Last Resort Adventure Pvt Ltd situated in Bhote Koshi Rural Municipality organized a retreat for journalists from various media houses.</p> <p>The two-day retreat organized by the resort was attended by 14 media persons on October 29 and 30.</p> <p>The organizer conducted various adventurous activities on the occasion. 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October 31: The Last Resort Adventure Pvt Ltd situated in Bhote Koshi Rural Municipality organized a retreat for journalists from various media…
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He is the founder of Drik Picture Library, Pathshala South Asian Media Institute, Chobi Mela International Festival of Photography and Majority World, all groundbreaking Bangladeshi institutions.</p> <p>The decision to confer this year’s Photo Kathmandu Award of Excellence to Dr Shahidul Alam was unanimously reached among the Photo Kathmandu 2018 Awards organising committee that included Bikas Rauniar (senior nepali photojournalist), Bikas Karki, (president of Photojournalist Club Nepal and photo editor of Annapurna Post) and Sagar Shrestha (president of National Forum of Photojournalists).</p> <p>Photo Kathmandu is an international photography festival organized by photo.circle. The festival presents exhibitions, workshops, and a diverse range of public programmes to Kathmandu audiences and international visitors once every two years.</p> <p>The festival is organized by photo.circle in collaboration with Sikhshya Foundation which is sponsored by various organizations including National Geography Television, Nepal Tourism Board among others.</p> <p>The event which was inaugurated on October 12 will conclude on November 16. Photos from various renowned photographers from Nepal and abroad are being exhibited in the photo festival.</p> <p>The organizers had also hosted an interaction program on October 25 where individuals had interacted with Prabal Gurung, iconic American-Nepalese fashion designer and founder of Sikhshya Nepal in Mangal Bazar.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9153', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9374', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'The Last Resort organizes retreat', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: The Last Resort Adventure Pvt Ltd situated in Bhote Koshi Rural Municipality organized a retreat for journalists from various media houses.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: The Last Resort Adventure Pvt Ltd situated in Bhote Koshi Rural Municipality organized a retreat for journalists from various media houses.</p> <p>The two-day retreat organized by the resort was attended by 14 media persons on October 29 and 30.</p> <p>The organizer conducted various adventurous activities on the occasion. The team visiting the Last Resort for retreat performed rock climbing, abseiling, bungee jumping and canyoning. Besides, facilities like transportation, food and accommodation were also arranged by the organizing committee.</p> <p>Bhuwan Sharma, general manager of the Last Resort, informed New Business Age that the retreat is a part of a package offered to corporate houses aimed at team building activities. The participating journalists informed that the retreat activities gave them a memorable experience and helped them extend their network amongst each other. </p> <p> The resort established in 1999 AD has been offering various adventure sports activities.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-11-02', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9152', 'image' => '20181031034659_20181030_121507.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9373', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Syangja to host Paragliding World Cup from Thursday', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Syangja is all set to host the world paragliding championship from November 1 to 4 in Swarek of Bhirkot Municipality.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Syangja is all set to host the world paragliding championship from November 1 to 4 in Swarek of Bhirkot Municipality.</p> <p>The world championship is being organised jointly by the 11 local units of Syangja in association with Nepal Paragliding and Handgliding Association, Nepal Air Sports Association and Babu Adventure Club, Syangja.</p> <p>The organisers said that the venue of the championship, which was initially proposed to be held in Pokhara, was shifted to Syangja after Pokhara Municipality failed to provide ground for the competition.</p> <p>The competition requires at least 100 square meters of space for landing, which the Pokhara Municipality could not provide.</p> <p>Ananta Kumar Shrestha, member of the organising committee, confirmed that preparations for the Paragliding Accuracy World Cup has been complete.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9151', 'image' => '20181031031043_paragliding.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9372', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Action against Industries in Hetauda Industrial Estate', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Hetauda Industrial District Management Office has started the process to take action against the industries which are operating without following the standards of Hetauda Industrial Estate.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Hetauda Industrial District Management Office has started the process to take action against the industries which are operating without following the standards of Hetauda Industrial Estate.</p> <p>The office, from Tuesday, initiated action against a total of 27 industries, which are operating without following the criteria set by the industrial estate. According to the office, it has already taken action against five industries.</p> <p>“The office is all set to scrap the agreement with the industries which are yet to operate the industry even after acquiring land,” said Nepal Bhusan Baidhya, chief of the Hetauda Industrial District Management Office.</p> <p>The office has asked the industries to operate as per the criteria set by the industrial estate within next three months. The office has also asked the industries which have already acquired land to build required infrastructures to operate the factory within the next six months. </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9150', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9371', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Siddhartha Bank supports Teach for Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement to support the initiative of Teach for Nepal to strengthen education at public schools across the country.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement to support the initiative of Teach for Nepal to strengthen education at public schools across the country. In this regard, the bank provided a checque of Rs 500,000 to Teach for Nepal under its corporate social responsibility in order to provide quality education in rural areas of Nepal.</p> <p>The bank said that its support will help Teach for Nepal in deploying volunteers in remote areas to teach for two years.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9149', 'image' => '20181031122707_tfn.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9370', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Siddhartha Bank, Medicity Hospital sign Agreement', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital for providing discounts to its customers at the hospital.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital for providing discounts to its customers at the hospital.</p> <p>Issuing a press statement, the bank said that its debit/credit card holders, customers and employees can avail discounts at the hospital for various services.</p> <p>The hospital’s General Manager Bijay Rimal and the bank’s Deputy General Manager Suresh Raj Maharjan signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organisations amid a recent function.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9148', 'image' => '20181031122112_siddharthaa.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9369', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'The Colt Foundation Awards Scholarship to Sherpa', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: The Colt Foundation of Britain has awarded scholarship to Futi Sherpa of Fungling, Taplejung, to study four years BBA programme at the British College. ', 'content' => '<p>October 31: The Colt Foundation of Britain has awarded scholarship to Futi Sherpa of Fungling, Taplejung, to study four years BBA programme at the British College. According to the college, the scholarship will cover tuition fees, exam fees, accommodation, personal maintenance allowance, travel costs and other programme related costs for four years.</p> <p>CEO of the British College, Rajen Kandel, said, " A small push can be a giant leap, we hope this scholarship will act as a stepping stone in achieving Sherpa’s goals and dreams. The college hopes to offer such positive reinforcements to upcoming students through grants offered by the Colt Foundation.”</p> <p>The Colt Foundation, established on August 28, 1978 by the O'Hea family, awards fellowships each year to qualified students enrolled at UK universities.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9147', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9368', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hero Awards Rs 100,000 to Tharu', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Ram Prasad Tharu has won Rs 100,000 under Hero’s festive offer. ', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Ram Prasad Tharu has won Rs 100,000 under Hero’s festive offer. Issuing a press statement, the company said that Tharu won the lucky draw during the “Dashain Tihar Banne Cha Heromanchak” offer announced by Nepal General Marketing Pvt Ltd, the authorised distributor of Hero two-wheelers in Nepal.</p> <p>Under the offer, customers of Hero were given Rs 6000 cash discount on purchase of motorbikes and Rs 8000 discount on purchase of scooters. In addition, they were given a chance to win Rs 1000 to 100,000 from scratch card.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9146', 'image' => '20181031121005_Mneomonic_Dashain HEROMANCHAK.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9367', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'NTB Promotes Nepal’s Adventure Tourism in Austria ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and Trekking Agency Association of Nepal (TAAN) organised tourism promotion programme in Austria to promote adventure tourism in Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and Trekking Agency Association of Nepal (TAAN) organised tourism promotion programme in Austria to promote adventure tourism in Nepal.</p> <p>NTB informed New Business Age that the Nepali delegation organised the event to inform about Nepal’s adventure tourism destination.</p> <p>NTB’s senior spokesperspon Sunil Sharma said that the two-day programme had informed about different tourism activities and adventures tourism destination in Nepal. Stating that European tourists record the highest number of participants in Nepal’s adventure tourism, Sharma shared that such programmes would help in contributing to the tourism activities in Nepal.</p> <p>Likewise, the programme also disseminated information about different adventures activities in Nepal such as mountaineering, trekking, cycling, paragliding, observation of wildlife, hunting etc.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9145', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9366', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Global IME Bank’s Complementary Cinema Tickets', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Global IME Bank has announced to offer a complementary cinema ticket for the users of its mobile banking application, Global Smart, on purchase of two tickets of Q’s Cinema.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Global IME Bank has announced to offer a complementary cinema ticket for the users of its mobile banking application, Global Smart, on purchase of two tickets of Q’s Cinema.</p> <p>Under this scheme, Global Smart users are eligible for the complementary tickets for making payment of two tickets of Q’s Cinema through QR Code.</p> <p>The bank has been providing its services through a network of 132 branches, 140 ATMs, six extension counters, 15 revenue collection counters, 104 branchless banking facilities and 3000 representatives across the country.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9144', 'image' => '20181030025448_global IME.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9365', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Prabhu Bank in Thankot', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Prabhu Bank has opened a new branch in Thankot of Chandragiri Municipality of Kathmandu district.', 'content' => '<p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">October 30: Prabhu Bank has opened a new branch in Thankot of Chandragiri Municipality of Kathmandu district.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Chairman of Bagmati Dealers Association, Achyut Bahadur Khadka inaugurated the branch amid an event on Monday, October 29.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">The bank in a statement said that the new branch was opened to facilitate the transaction of the Nepal Oil Corporation’s depot in Thankot. The bank also expressed its belief that the locals and entrepreneurs of the area will benefit from the services of the new branch.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Likewise, the branch will be providing all kinds of modern banking facilities, according to a statement issued by the bank.</span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9143', 'image' => '20181030024629_download.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9364', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Flower Expo in Pokhara from Friday', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Floriculture Association of Nepal (FAN) is all set to organise a flower expo in Godavari of Pokhara with the objective to promote flower business in Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Floriculture Association of Nepal (FAN) is all set to organise a flower expo in Godavari of Pokhara with the objective to promote flower business in Nepal. The association said that the four-day exhibition will start on November 2 and conclude on November 5. Altogether 450 kinds of flowers will be displayed during the expo, according to Daya Kumar Dwa, immediate past president of Kaski chapter of FAN. The exhibition will feature 30 stalls.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9142', 'image' => '20181030023646_Flowers.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9363', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Kali Gandaki Transmission Line Expected to be Ready this FY', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: The Kali Gandaki Transmission Mechanism, which was developed with the aim to connect the hydro-electricity generated from Kali Gandaki River basin to the national grid, is expected to be complete within this fiscal year.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: The Kali Gandaki Transmission Mechanism, which was developed with the aim to connect the hydro-electricity generated from Kali Gandaki River basin to the national grid, is expected to be complete within this fiscal year. Installation of both towers and sub-stations are being carried side by side for the 39 km transmission line from Kusma of Parbat to Dana of Myagdi district.</p> <p>According to Nepal Electricity Authority’s Director Kul Man Ghising, approximately 60 percent of the transmission mechanism has been completed. Ghising informed that the construction of the foundation of towers, installation of towers and all sub-stations are being carried out without any delay. He further added that the power evacuation will be initiated after finishing the construction work within this fiscal year.</p> <p>Under the distribution network, 110 towers and two substations each at Kusma of Parbat and Dana of Myagdi will be installed. Ghising said that they have given more emphasis to finish this project than other similar projects.</p> <p>The project is expected to complete in the stipulated time as there is not hassles in acquiring land and forests, said the project chief Chandan Kumar Ghosh.</p> <p>“The first phase of the work will be completed within this fiscal year,” said Ghos adding, “After that, extension of transmission line (87.8 km) from Kusma to Ramnagar of Nawalparasi will be initiated in the second phase of the project.” </p> <p>At present, 16 hydropower projects have taken permission from the Department of Electricity Development to supply power to the Kali Gandaki Corridor Project. The total capacity of the projects is 739.4 MW.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9141', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9362', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'QDF, Godiva Launch Interactive Display at Hamad Int’l Airport', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has partnered with premium Belgian chocolatier Godiva to launch its first in-store interactive wall display in travel retail designed to appeal to chocolate-loving passengers travelling through the Hamad International Airport (HIA).', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has partnered with premium Belgian chocolatier Godiva to launch its first in-store interactive wall display in travel retail designed to appeal to chocolate-loving passengers travelling through the Hamad International Airport (HIA).</p> <p>This next-generation innovative installation is equipped with a unique, built-in concierge application designed to offer customers their perfect choice of product, reads a statement issued by Qatar Airways.</p> <p>According to the statement, shoppers are asked to answer a series of questions through the application, allowing it to identify their perfect Godiva chocolate gift box to match their tastes.</p> <p>Godiva’s president for global sales, Matthew Hodges, said, “The idea of the interactive wallbay, which is a first for Godiva, was borne of the realisation that today’s consumers shop in a different way to their predecessors. They are looking for engagement with the brand, for an interaction which makes them feel valued and appreciated. This joint project with QDF will enhance the appeal of our gifting items and, through the clever use of technology, make it easy for millennials to purchase products based on their specific needs.”</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9140', 'image' => '20181030011644_aaaa.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9361', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hankook Tire Appoints LH Services and Spare Parts as Authorized Distributor for Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Hankook Tire has appointed LH Services and Spare Parts (LHSS) as its authorized distributor for Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Hankook Tire has appointed LH Services and Spare Parts (LHSS) as its authorized distributor for Nepal.</p> <p>LHSS was established by Laxmi Group in 2018 as per the company’s vision to be a “one stop solution for all of consumer’s mobility needs”.</p> <p>A press statement issued by LHSS states that the company houses globally leading brands of automotive components and accessories and is currently engaged in battery, lubricant and tire business. </p> <p>According to the statement, South Korean brand Hankook has a strong presence in PCR, LTR, SUV and TBR segments.</p> <p>“Hankook tires assures high fuel efficiency, low shock and noise, better traction and higher tire life,” the statement reads.</p> <p>LHSS said it is currently importing the Hankook tires from two of its factories based in Indonesia and Korea.</p> <p>Hankook has been in Nepal for the last few years, but decided to join hands with Laxmi Group as the brand seeks to promote its products more aggressively in the Nepalese market.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9139', 'image' => '20181030010427_Hankook Tire Launch 2.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ) ) $current_user = null $logged_in = false $article = array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9373', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Syangja to host Paragliding World Cup from Thursday', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Syangja is all set to host the world paragliding championship from November 1 to 4 in Swarek of Bhirkot Municipality.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Syangja is all set to host the world paragliding championship from November 1 to 4 in Swarek of Bhirkot Municipality.</p> <p>The world championship is being organised jointly by the 11 local units of Syangja in association with Nepal Paragliding and Handgliding Association, Nepal Air Sports Association and Babu Adventure Club, Syangja.</p> <p>The organisers said that the venue of the championship, which was initially proposed to be held in Pokhara, was shifted to Syangja after Pokhara Municipality failed to provide ground for the competition.</p> <p>The competition requires at least 100 square meters of space for landing, which the Pokhara Municipality could not provide.</p> <p>Ananta Kumar Shrestha, member of the organising committee, confirmed that preparations for the Paragliding Accuracy World Cup has been complete.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9151', 'image' => '20181031031043_paragliding.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ) $width = null $height = null $ratio = (float) NAN $img_width = (int) 280 $img_height = (float) NAN $date = '2018-10-31 00:00:00' $dateFromDatabase = (int) 1540923300 $dateTwentyforHoursAgo = (int) 1750856224 $today = '2025-06-26 06:42:04pm' $today2 = (int) 1750942624 $newDate = 'Oct 31, 2018' $commentCount = (int) 0 $word_count = (int) 163 $time_to_read = (float) 0.82 $time_to_read_min = (float) 0 $time_to_read_second = (float) 49getimagesize - [internal], line ?? include - APP/View/Articles/index.ctp, line 35 View::_evaluate() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 971 View::_render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 933 View::render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 473 Controller::render() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 968 Dispatcher::_invoke() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 200 Dispatcher::dispatch() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 167 [main] - APP/webroot/index.php, line 117
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He is the founder of Drik Picture Library, Pathshala South Asian Media Institute, Chobi Mela International Festival of Photography and Majority World, all groundbreaking Bangladeshi institutions.</p> <p>The decision to confer this year’s Photo Kathmandu Award of Excellence to Dr Shahidul Alam was unanimously reached among the Photo Kathmandu 2018 Awards organising committee that included Bikas Rauniar (senior nepali photojournalist), Bikas Karki, (president of Photojournalist Club Nepal and photo editor of Annapurna Post) and Sagar Shrestha (president of National Forum of Photojournalists).</p> <p>Photo Kathmandu is an international photography festival organized by photo.circle. The festival presents exhibitions, workshops, and a diverse range of public programmes to Kathmandu audiences and international visitors once every two years.</p> <p>The festival is organized by photo.circle in collaboration with Sikhshya Foundation which is sponsored by various organizations including National Geography Television, Nepal Tourism Board among others.</p> <p>The event which was inaugurated on October 12 will conclude on November 16. Photos from various renowned photographers from Nepal and abroad are being exhibited in the photo festival.</p> <p>The organizers had also hosted an interaction program on October 25 where individuals had interacted with Prabal Gurung, iconic American-Nepalese fashion designer and founder of Sikhshya Nepal in Mangal Bazar.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9153', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9374', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'The Last Resort organizes retreat', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: The Last Resort Adventure Pvt Ltd situated in Bhote Koshi Rural Municipality organized a retreat for journalists from various media houses.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: The Last Resort Adventure Pvt Ltd situated in Bhote Koshi Rural Municipality organized a retreat for journalists from various media houses.</p> <p>The two-day retreat organized by the resort was attended by 14 media persons on October 29 and 30.</p> <p>The organizer conducted various adventurous activities on the occasion. The team visiting the Last Resort for retreat performed rock climbing, abseiling, bungee jumping and canyoning. Besides, facilities like transportation, food and accommodation were also arranged by the organizing committee.</p> <p>Bhuwan Sharma, general manager of the Last Resort, informed New Business Age that the retreat is a part of a package offered to corporate houses aimed at team building activities. The participating journalists informed that the retreat activities gave them a memorable experience and helped them extend their network amongst each other. </p> <p> The resort established in 1999 AD has been offering various adventure sports activities.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-11-02', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9152', 'image' => '20181031034659_20181030_121507.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9373', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Syangja to host Paragliding World Cup from Thursday', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Syangja is all set to host the world paragliding championship from November 1 to 4 in Swarek of Bhirkot Municipality.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Syangja is all set to host the world paragliding championship from November 1 to 4 in Swarek of Bhirkot Municipality.</p> <p>The world championship is being organised jointly by the 11 local units of Syangja in association with Nepal Paragliding and Handgliding Association, Nepal Air Sports Association and Babu Adventure Club, Syangja.</p> <p>The organisers said that the venue of the championship, which was initially proposed to be held in Pokhara, was shifted to Syangja after Pokhara Municipality failed to provide ground for the competition.</p> <p>The competition requires at least 100 square meters of space for landing, which the Pokhara Municipality could not provide.</p> <p>Ananta Kumar Shrestha, member of the organising committee, confirmed that preparations for the Paragliding Accuracy World Cup has been complete.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9151', 'image' => '20181031031043_paragliding.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9372', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Action against Industries in Hetauda Industrial Estate', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Hetauda Industrial District Management Office has started the process to take action against the industries which are operating without following the standards of Hetauda Industrial Estate.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Hetauda Industrial District Management Office has started the process to take action against the industries which are operating without following the standards of Hetauda Industrial Estate.</p> <p>The office, from Tuesday, initiated action against a total of 27 industries, which are operating without following the criteria set by the industrial estate. According to the office, it has already taken action against five industries.</p> <p>“The office is all set to scrap the agreement with the industries which are yet to operate the industry even after acquiring land,” said Nepal Bhusan Baidhya, chief of the Hetauda Industrial District Management Office.</p> <p>The office has asked the industries to operate as per the criteria set by the industrial estate within next three months. The office has also asked the industries which have already acquired land to build required infrastructures to operate the factory within the next six months. </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9150', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9371', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Siddhartha Bank supports Teach for Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement to support the initiative of Teach for Nepal to strengthen education at public schools across the country.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement to support the initiative of Teach for Nepal to strengthen education at public schools across the country. In this regard, the bank provided a checque of Rs 500,000 to Teach for Nepal under its corporate social responsibility in order to provide quality education in rural areas of Nepal.</p> <p>The bank said that its support will help Teach for Nepal in deploying volunteers in remote areas to teach for two years.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9149', 'image' => '20181031122707_tfn.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9370', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Siddhartha Bank, Medicity Hospital sign Agreement', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital for providing discounts to its customers at the hospital.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital for providing discounts to its customers at the hospital.</p> <p>Issuing a press statement, the bank said that its debit/credit card holders, customers and employees can avail discounts at the hospital for various services.</p> <p>The hospital’s General Manager Bijay Rimal and the bank’s Deputy General Manager Suresh Raj Maharjan signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organisations amid a recent function.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9148', 'image' => '20181031122112_siddharthaa.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9369', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'The Colt Foundation Awards Scholarship to Sherpa', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: The Colt Foundation of Britain has awarded scholarship to Futi Sherpa of Fungling, Taplejung, to study four years BBA programme at the British College. ', 'content' => '<p>October 31: The Colt Foundation of Britain has awarded scholarship to Futi Sherpa of Fungling, Taplejung, to study four years BBA programme at the British College. According to the college, the scholarship will cover tuition fees, exam fees, accommodation, personal maintenance allowance, travel costs and other programme related costs for four years.</p> <p>CEO of the British College, Rajen Kandel, said, " A small push can be a giant leap, we hope this scholarship will act as a stepping stone in achieving Sherpa’s goals and dreams. The college hopes to offer such positive reinforcements to upcoming students through grants offered by the Colt Foundation.”</p> <p>The Colt Foundation, established on August 28, 1978 by the O'Hea family, awards fellowships each year to qualified students enrolled at UK universities.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9147', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9368', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hero Awards Rs 100,000 to Tharu', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Ram Prasad Tharu has won Rs 100,000 under Hero’s festive offer. ', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Ram Prasad Tharu has won Rs 100,000 under Hero’s festive offer. Issuing a press statement, the company said that Tharu won the lucky draw during the “Dashain Tihar Banne Cha Heromanchak” offer announced by Nepal General Marketing Pvt Ltd, the authorised distributor of Hero two-wheelers in Nepal.</p> <p>Under the offer, customers of Hero were given Rs 6000 cash discount on purchase of motorbikes and Rs 8000 discount on purchase of scooters. In addition, they were given a chance to win Rs 1000 to 100,000 from scratch card.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9146', 'image' => '20181031121005_Mneomonic_Dashain HEROMANCHAK.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9367', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'NTB Promotes Nepal’s Adventure Tourism in Austria ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and Trekking Agency Association of Nepal (TAAN) organised tourism promotion programme in Austria to promote adventure tourism in Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and Trekking Agency Association of Nepal (TAAN) organised tourism promotion programme in Austria to promote adventure tourism in Nepal.</p> <p>NTB informed New Business Age that the Nepali delegation organised the event to inform about Nepal’s adventure tourism destination.</p> <p>NTB’s senior spokesperspon Sunil Sharma said that the two-day programme had informed about different tourism activities and adventures tourism destination in Nepal. Stating that European tourists record the highest number of participants in Nepal’s adventure tourism, Sharma shared that such programmes would help in contributing to the tourism activities in Nepal.</p> <p>Likewise, the programme also disseminated information about different adventures activities in Nepal such as mountaineering, trekking, cycling, paragliding, observation of wildlife, hunting etc.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9145', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9366', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Global IME Bank’s Complementary Cinema Tickets', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Global IME Bank has announced to offer a complementary cinema ticket for the users of its mobile banking application, Global Smart, on purchase of two tickets of Q’s Cinema.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Global IME Bank has announced to offer a complementary cinema ticket for the users of its mobile banking application, Global Smart, on purchase of two tickets of Q’s Cinema.</p> <p>Under this scheme, Global Smart users are eligible for the complementary tickets for making payment of two tickets of Q’s Cinema through QR Code.</p> <p>The bank has been providing its services through a network of 132 branches, 140 ATMs, six extension counters, 15 revenue collection counters, 104 branchless banking facilities and 3000 representatives across the country.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9144', 'image' => '20181030025448_global IME.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9365', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Prabhu Bank in Thankot', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Prabhu Bank has opened a new branch in Thankot of Chandragiri Municipality of Kathmandu district.', 'content' => '<p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">October 30: Prabhu Bank has opened a new branch in Thankot of Chandragiri Municipality of Kathmandu district.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Chairman of Bagmati Dealers Association, Achyut Bahadur Khadka inaugurated the branch amid an event on Monday, October 29.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">The bank in a statement said that the new branch was opened to facilitate the transaction of the Nepal Oil Corporation’s depot in Thankot. The bank also expressed its belief that the locals and entrepreneurs of the area will benefit from the services of the new branch.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Likewise, the branch will be providing all kinds of modern banking facilities, according to a statement issued by the bank.</span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9143', 'image' => '20181030024629_download.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9364', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Flower Expo in Pokhara from Friday', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Floriculture Association of Nepal (FAN) is all set to organise a flower expo in Godavari of Pokhara with the objective to promote flower business in Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Floriculture Association of Nepal (FAN) is all set to organise a flower expo in Godavari of Pokhara with the objective to promote flower business in Nepal. The association said that the four-day exhibition will start on November 2 and conclude on November 5. Altogether 450 kinds of flowers will be displayed during the expo, according to Daya Kumar Dwa, immediate past president of Kaski chapter of FAN. The exhibition will feature 30 stalls.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9142', 'image' => '20181030023646_Flowers.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9363', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Kali Gandaki Transmission Line Expected to be Ready this FY', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: The Kali Gandaki Transmission Mechanism, which was developed with the aim to connect the hydro-electricity generated from Kali Gandaki River basin to the national grid, is expected to be complete within this fiscal year.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: The Kali Gandaki Transmission Mechanism, which was developed with the aim to connect the hydro-electricity generated from Kali Gandaki River basin to the national grid, is expected to be complete within this fiscal year. Installation of both towers and sub-stations are being carried side by side for the 39 km transmission line from Kusma of Parbat to Dana of Myagdi district.</p> <p>According to Nepal Electricity Authority’s Director Kul Man Ghising, approximately 60 percent of the transmission mechanism has been completed. Ghising informed that the construction of the foundation of towers, installation of towers and all sub-stations are being carried out without any delay. He further added that the power evacuation will be initiated after finishing the construction work within this fiscal year.</p> <p>Under the distribution network, 110 towers and two substations each at Kusma of Parbat and Dana of Myagdi will be installed. Ghising said that they have given more emphasis to finish this project than other similar projects.</p> <p>The project is expected to complete in the stipulated time as there is not hassles in acquiring land and forests, said the project chief Chandan Kumar Ghosh.</p> <p>“The first phase of the work will be completed within this fiscal year,” said Ghos adding, “After that, extension of transmission line (87.8 km) from Kusma to Ramnagar of Nawalparasi will be initiated in the second phase of the project.” </p> <p>At present, 16 hydropower projects have taken permission from the Department of Electricity Development to supply power to the Kali Gandaki Corridor Project. The total capacity of the projects is 739.4 MW.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9141', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9362', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'QDF, Godiva Launch Interactive Display at Hamad Int’l Airport', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has partnered with premium Belgian chocolatier Godiva to launch its first in-store interactive wall display in travel retail designed to appeal to chocolate-loving passengers travelling through the Hamad International Airport (HIA).', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has partnered with premium Belgian chocolatier Godiva to launch its first in-store interactive wall display in travel retail designed to appeal to chocolate-loving passengers travelling through the Hamad International Airport (HIA).</p> <p>This next-generation innovative installation is equipped with a unique, built-in concierge application designed to offer customers their perfect choice of product, reads a statement issued by Qatar Airways.</p> <p>According to the statement, shoppers are asked to answer a series of questions through the application, allowing it to identify their perfect Godiva chocolate gift box to match their tastes.</p> <p>Godiva’s president for global sales, Matthew Hodges, said, “The idea of the interactive wallbay, which is a first for Godiva, was borne of the realisation that today’s consumers shop in a different way to their predecessors. They are looking for engagement with the brand, for an interaction which makes them feel valued and appreciated. This joint project with QDF will enhance the appeal of our gifting items and, through the clever use of technology, make it easy for millennials to purchase products based on their specific needs.”</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9140', 'image' => '20181030011644_aaaa.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9361', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hankook Tire Appoints LH Services and Spare Parts as Authorized Distributor for Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Hankook Tire has appointed LH Services and Spare Parts (LHSS) as its authorized distributor for Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Hankook Tire has appointed LH Services and Spare Parts (LHSS) as its authorized distributor for Nepal.</p> <p>LHSS was established by Laxmi Group in 2018 as per the company’s vision to be a “one stop solution for all of consumer’s mobility needs”.</p> <p>A press statement issued by LHSS states that the company houses globally leading brands of automotive components and accessories and is currently engaged in battery, lubricant and tire business. </p> <p>According to the statement, South Korean brand Hankook has a strong presence in PCR, LTR, SUV and TBR segments.</p> <p>“Hankook tires assures high fuel efficiency, low shock and noise, better traction and higher tire life,” the statement reads.</p> <p>LHSS said it is currently importing the Hankook tires from two of its factories based in Indonesia and Korea.</p> <p>Hankook has been in Nepal for the last few years, but decided to join hands with Laxmi Group as the brand seeks to promote its products more aggressively in the Nepalese market.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9139', 'image' => '20181030010427_Hankook Tire Launch 2.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ) ) $current_user = null $logged_in = false $article = array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9373', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Syangja to host Paragliding World Cup from Thursday', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Syangja is all set to host the world paragliding championship from November 1 to 4 in Swarek of Bhirkot Municipality.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Syangja is all set to host the world paragliding championship from November 1 to 4 in Swarek of Bhirkot Municipality.</p> <p>The world championship is being organised jointly by the 11 local units of Syangja in association with Nepal Paragliding and Handgliding Association, Nepal Air Sports Association and Babu Adventure Club, Syangja.</p> <p>The organisers said that the venue of the championship, which was initially proposed to be held in Pokhara, was shifted to Syangja after Pokhara Municipality failed to provide ground for the competition.</p> <p>The competition requires at least 100 square meters of space for landing, which the Pokhara Municipality could not provide.</p> <p>Ananta Kumar Shrestha, member of the organising committee, confirmed that preparations for the Paragliding Accuracy World Cup has been complete.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9151', 'image' => '20181031031043_paragliding.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ) $width = null $height = null $ratio = (float) NAN $img_width = (int) 280 $img_height = (float) NAN $date = '2018-10-31 00:00:00' $dateFromDatabase = (int) 1540923300 $dateTwentyforHoursAgo = (int) 1750856224 $today = '2025-06-26 06:42:04pm' $today2 = (int) 1750942624 $newDate = 'Oct 31, 2018' $commentCount = (int) 0 $word_count = (int) 163 $time_to_read = (float) 0.82 $time_to_read_min = (float) 0 $time_to_read_second = (float) 49include - APP/View/Articles/index.ctp, line 36 View::_evaluate() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 971 View::_render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 933 View::render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 473 Controller::render() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 968 Dispatcher::_invoke() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 200 Dispatcher::dispatch() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 167 [main] - APP/webroot/index.php, line 117
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He is the founder of Drik Picture Library, Pathshala South Asian Media Institute, Chobi Mela International Festival of Photography and Majority World, all groundbreaking Bangladeshi institutions.</p> <p>The decision to confer this year’s Photo Kathmandu Award of Excellence to Dr Shahidul Alam was unanimously reached among the Photo Kathmandu 2018 Awards organising committee that included Bikas Rauniar (senior nepali photojournalist), Bikas Karki, (president of Photojournalist Club Nepal and photo editor of Annapurna Post) and Sagar Shrestha (president of National Forum of Photojournalists).</p> <p>Photo Kathmandu is an international photography festival organized by photo.circle. The festival presents exhibitions, workshops, and a diverse range of public programmes to Kathmandu audiences and international visitors once every two years.</p> <p>The festival is organized by photo.circle in collaboration with Sikhshya Foundation which is sponsored by various organizations including National Geography Television, Nepal Tourism Board among others.</p> <p>The event which was inaugurated on October 12 will conclude on November 16. Photos from various renowned photographers from Nepal and abroad are being exhibited in the photo festival.</p> <p>The organizers had also hosted an interaction program on October 25 where individuals had interacted with Prabal Gurung, iconic American-Nepalese fashion designer and founder of Sikhshya Nepal in Mangal Bazar.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9153', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9374', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'The Last Resort organizes retreat', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: The Last Resort Adventure Pvt Ltd situated in Bhote Koshi Rural Municipality organized a retreat for journalists from various media houses.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: The Last Resort Adventure Pvt Ltd situated in Bhote Koshi Rural Municipality organized a retreat for journalists from various media houses.</p> <p>The two-day retreat organized by the resort was attended by 14 media persons on October 29 and 30.</p> <p>The organizer conducted various adventurous activities on the occasion. The team visiting the Last Resort for retreat performed rock climbing, abseiling, bungee jumping and canyoning. Besides, facilities like transportation, food and accommodation were also arranged by the organizing committee.</p> <p>Bhuwan Sharma, general manager of the Last Resort, informed New Business Age that the retreat is a part of a package offered to corporate houses aimed at team building activities. The participating journalists informed that the retreat activities gave them a memorable experience and helped them extend their network amongst each other. </p> <p> The resort established in 1999 AD has been offering various adventure sports activities.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-11-02', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9152', 'image' => '20181031034659_20181030_121507.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9373', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Syangja to host Paragliding World Cup from Thursday', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Syangja is all set to host the world paragliding championship from November 1 to 4 in Swarek of Bhirkot Municipality.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Syangja is all set to host the world paragliding championship from November 1 to 4 in Swarek of Bhirkot Municipality.</p> <p>The world championship is being organised jointly by the 11 local units of Syangja in association with Nepal Paragliding and Handgliding Association, Nepal Air Sports Association and Babu Adventure Club, Syangja.</p> <p>The organisers said that the venue of the championship, which was initially proposed to be held in Pokhara, was shifted to Syangja after Pokhara Municipality failed to provide ground for the competition.</p> <p>The competition requires at least 100 square meters of space for landing, which the Pokhara Municipality could not provide.</p> <p>Ananta Kumar Shrestha, member of the organising committee, confirmed that preparations for the Paragliding Accuracy World Cup has been complete.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9151', 'image' => '20181031031043_paragliding.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9372', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Action against Industries in Hetauda Industrial Estate', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Hetauda Industrial District Management Office has started the process to take action against the industries which are operating without following the standards of Hetauda Industrial Estate.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Hetauda Industrial District Management Office has started the process to take action against the industries which are operating without following the standards of Hetauda Industrial Estate.</p> <p>The office, from Tuesday, initiated action against a total of 27 industries, which are operating without following the criteria set by the industrial estate. According to the office, it has already taken action against five industries.</p> <p>“The office is all set to scrap the agreement with the industries which are yet to operate the industry even after acquiring land,” said Nepal Bhusan Baidhya, chief of the Hetauda Industrial District Management Office.</p> <p>The office has asked the industries to operate as per the criteria set by the industrial estate within next three months. The office has also asked the industries which have already acquired land to build required infrastructures to operate the factory within the next six months. </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9150', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9371', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Siddhartha Bank supports Teach for Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement to support the initiative of Teach for Nepal to strengthen education at public schools across the country.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement to support the initiative of Teach for Nepal to strengthen education at public schools across the country. In this regard, the bank provided a checque of Rs 500,000 to Teach for Nepal under its corporate social responsibility in order to provide quality education in rural areas of Nepal.</p> <p>The bank said that its support will help Teach for Nepal in deploying volunteers in remote areas to teach for two years.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9149', 'image' => '20181031122707_tfn.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9370', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Siddhartha Bank, Medicity Hospital sign Agreement', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital for providing discounts to its customers at the hospital.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital for providing discounts to its customers at the hospital.</p> <p>Issuing a press statement, the bank said that its debit/credit card holders, customers and employees can avail discounts at the hospital for various services.</p> <p>The hospital’s General Manager Bijay Rimal and the bank’s Deputy General Manager Suresh Raj Maharjan signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organisations amid a recent function.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9148', 'image' => '20181031122112_siddharthaa.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9369', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'The Colt Foundation Awards Scholarship to Sherpa', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: The Colt Foundation of Britain has awarded scholarship to Futi Sherpa of Fungling, Taplejung, to study four years BBA programme at the British College. ', 'content' => '<p>October 31: The Colt Foundation of Britain has awarded scholarship to Futi Sherpa of Fungling, Taplejung, to study four years BBA programme at the British College. According to the college, the scholarship will cover tuition fees, exam fees, accommodation, personal maintenance allowance, travel costs and other programme related costs for four years.</p> <p>CEO of the British College, Rajen Kandel, said, " A small push can be a giant leap, we hope this scholarship will act as a stepping stone in achieving Sherpa’s goals and dreams. The college hopes to offer such positive reinforcements to upcoming students through grants offered by the Colt Foundation.”</p> <p>The Colt Foundation, established on August 28, 1978 by the O'Hea family, awards fellowships each year to qualified students enrolled at UK universities.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9147', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9368', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hero Awards Rs 100,000 to Tharu', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Ram Prasad Tharu has won Rs 100,000 under Hero’s festive offer. ', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Ram Prasad Tharu has won Rs 100,000 under Hero’s festive offer. Issuing a press statement, the company said that Tharu won the lucky draw during the “Dashain Tihar Banne Cha Heromanchak” offer announced by Nepal General Marketing Pvt Ltd, the authorised distributor of Hero two-wheelers in Nepal.</p> <p>Under the offer, customers of Hero were given Rs 6000 cash discount on purchase of motorbikes and Rs 8000 discount on purchase of scooters. In addition, they were given a chance to win Rs 1000 to 100,000 from scratch card.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9146', 'image' => '20181031121005_Mneomonic_Dashain HEROMANCHAK.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9367', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'NTB Promotes Nepal’s Adventure Tourism in Austria ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and Trekking Agency Association of Nepal (TAAN) organised tourism promotion programme in Austria to promote adventure tourism in Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and Trekking Agency Association of Nepal (TAAN) organised tourism promotion programme in Austria to promote adventure tourism in Nepal.</p> <p>NTB informed New Business Age that the Nepali delegation organised the event to inform about Nepal’s adventure tourism destination.</p> <p>NTB’s senior spokesperspon Sunil Sharma said that the two-day programme had informed about different tourism activities and adventures tourism destination in Nepal. Stating that European tourists record the highest number of participants in Nepal’s adventure tourism, Sharma shared that such programmes would help in contributing to the tourism activities in Nepal.</p> <p>Likewise, the programme also disseminated information about different adventures activities in Nepal such as mountaineering, trekking, cycling, paragliding, observation of wildlife, hunting etc.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9145', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9366', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Global IME Bank’s Complementary Cinema Tickets', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Global IME Bank has announced to offer a complementary cinema ticket for the users of its mobile banking application, Global Smart, on purchase of two tickets of Q’s Cinema.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Global IME Bank has announced to offer a complementary cinema ticket for the users of its mobile banking application, Global Smart, on purchase of two tickets of Q’s Cinema.</p> <p>Under this scheme, Global Smart users are eligible for the complementary tickets for making payment of two tickets of Q’s Cinema through QR Code.</p> <p>The bank has been providing its services through a network of 132 branches, 140 ATMs, six extension counters, 15 revenue collection counters, 104 branchless banking facilities and 3000 representatives across the country.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9144', 'image' => '20181030025448_global IME.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9365', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Prabhu Bank in Thankot', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Prabhu Bank has opened a new branch in Thankot of Chandragiri Municipality of Kathmandu district.', 'content' => '<p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">October 30: Prabhu Bank has opened a new branch in Thankot of Chandragiri Municipality of Kathmandu district.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Chairman of Bagmati Dealers Association, Achyut Bahadur Khadka inaugurated the branch amid an event on Monday, October 29.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">The bank in a statement said that the new branch was opened to facilitate the transaction of the Nepal Oil Corporation’s depot in Thankot. The bank also expressed its belief that the locals and entrepreneurs of the area will benefit from the services of the new branch.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Likewise, the branch will be providing all kinds of modern banking facilities, according to a statement issued by the bank.</span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9143', 'image' => '20181030024629_download.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9364', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Flower Expo in Pokhara from Friday', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Floriculture Association of Nepal (FAN) is all set to organise a flower expo in Godavari of Pokhara with the objective to promote flower business in Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Floriculture Association of Nepal (FAN) is all set to organise a flower expo in Godavari of Pokhara with the objective to promote flower business in Nepal. The association said that the four-day exhibition will start on November 2 and conclude on November 5. Altogether 450 kinds of flowers will be displayed during the expo, according to Daya Kumar Dwa, immediate past president of Kaski chapter of FAN. The exhibition will feature 30 stalls.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9142', 'image' => '20181030023646_Flowers.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9363', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Kali Gandaki Transmission Line Expected to be Ready this FY', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: The Kali Gandaki Transmission Mechanism, which was developed with the aim to connect the hydro-electricity generated from Kali Gandaki River basin to the national grid, is expected to be complete within this fiscal year.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: The Kali Gandaki Transmission Mechanism, which was developed with the aim to connect the hydro-electricity generated from Kali Gandaki River basin to the national grid, is expected to be complete within this fiscal year. Installation of both towers and sub-stations are being carried side by side for the 39 km transmission line from Kusma of Parbat to Dana of Myagdi district.</p> <p>According to Nepal Electricity Authority’s Director Kul Man Ghising, approximately 60 percent of the transmission mechanism has been completed. Ghising informed that the construction of the foundation of towers, installation of towers and all sub-stations are being carried out without any delay. He further added that the power evacuation will be initiated after finishing the construction work within this fiscal year.</p> <p>Under the distribution network, 110 towers and two substations each at Kusma of Parbat and Dana of Myagdi will be installed. Ghising said that they have given more emphasis to finish this project than other similar projects.</p> <p>The project is expected to complete in the stipulated time as there is not hassles in acquiring land and forests, said the project chief Chandan Kumar Ghosh.</p> <p>“The first phase of the work will be completed within this fiscal year,” said Ghos adding, “After that, extension of transmission line (87.8 km) from Kusma to Ramnagar of Nawalparasi will be initiated in the second phase of the project.” </p> <p>At present, 16 hydropower projects have taken permission from the Department of Electricity Development to supply power to the Kali Gandaki Corridor Project. The total capacity of the projects is 739.4 MW.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9141', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9362', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'QDF, Godiva Launch Interactive Display at Hamad Int’l Airport', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has partnered with premium Belgian chocolatier Godiva to launch its first in-store interactive wall display in travel retail designed to appeal to chocolate-loving passengers travelling through the Hamad International Airport (HIA).', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has partnered with premium Belgian chocolatier Godiva to launch its first in-store interactive wall display in travel retail designed to appeal to chocolate-loving passengers travelling through the Hamad International Airport (HIA).</p> <p>This next-generation innovative installation is equipped with a unique, built-in concierge application designed to offer customers their perfect choice of product, reads a statement issued by Qatar Airways.</p> <p>According to the statement, shoppers are asked to answer a series of questions through the application, allowing it to identify their perfect Godiva chocolate gift box to match their tastes.</p> <p>Godiva’s president for global sales, Matthew Hodges, said, “The idea of the interactive wallbay, which is a first for Godiva, was borne of the realisation that today’s consumers shop in a different way to their predecessors. They are looking for engagement with the brand, for an interaction which makes them feel valued and appreciated. This joint project with QDF will enhance the appeal of our gifting items and, through the clever use of technology, make it easy for millennials to purchase products based on their specific needs.”</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9140', 'image' => '20181030011644_aaaa.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9361', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hankook Tire Appoints LH Services and Spare Parts as Authorized Distributor for Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Hankook Tire has appointed LH Services and Spare Parts (LHSS) as its authorized distributor for Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Hankook Tire has appointed LH Services and Spare Parts (LHSS) as its authorized distributor for Nepal.</p> <p>LHSS was established by Laxmi Group in 2018 as per the company’s vision to be a “one stop solution for all of consumer’s mobility needs”.</p> <p>A press statement issued by LHSS states that the company houses globally leading brands of automotive components and accessories and is currently engaged in battery, lubricant and tire business. </p> <p>According to the statement, South Korean brand Hankook has a strong presence in PCR, LTR, SUV and TBR segments.</p> <p>“Hankook tires assures high fuel efficiency, low shock and noise, better traction and higher tire life,” the statement reads.</p> <p>LHSS said it is currently importing the Hankook tires from two of its factories based in Indonesia and Korea.</p> <p>Hankook has been in Nepal for the last few years, but decided to join hands with Laxmi Group as the brand seeks to promote its products more aggressively in the Nepalese market.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9139', 'image' => '20181030010427_Hankook Tire Launch 2.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ) ) $current_user = null $logged_in = false $article = array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9371', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Siddhartha Bank supports Teach for Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement to support the initiative of Teach for Nepal to strengthen education at public schools across the country.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement to support the initiative of Teach for Nepal to strengthen education at public schools across the country. 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He is the founder of Drik Picture Library, Pathshala South Asian Media Institute, Chobi Mela International Festival of Photography and Majority World, all groundbreaking Bangladeshi institutions.</p> <p>The decision to confer this year’s Photo Kathmandu Award of Excellence to Dr Shahidul Alam was unanimously reached among the Photo Kathmandu 2018 Awards organising committee that included Bikas Rauniar (senior nepali photojournalist), Bikas Karki, (president of Photojournalist Club Nepal and photo editor of Annapurna Post) and Sagar Shrestha (president of National Forum of Photojournalists).</p> <p>Photo Kathmandu is an international photography festival organized by photo.circle. The festival presents exhibitions, workshops, and a diverse range of public programmes to Kathmandu audiences and international visitors once every two years.</p> <p>The festival is organized by photo.circle in collaboration with Sikhshya Foundation which is sponsored by various organizations including National Geography Television, Nepal Tourism Board among others.</p> <p>The event which was inaugurated on October 12 will conclude on November 16. Photos from various renowned photographers from Nepal and abroad are being exhibited in the photo festival.</p> <p>The organizers had also hosted an interaction program on October 25 where individuals had interacted with Prabal Gurung, iconic American-Nepalese fashion designer and founder of Sikhshya Nepal in Mangal Bazar.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9153', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9374', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'The Last Resort organizes retreat', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: The Last Resort Adventure Pvt Ltd situated in Bhote Koshi Rural Municipality organized a retreat for journalists from various media houses.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: The Last Resort Adventure Pvt Ltd situated in Bhote Koshi Rural Municipality organized a retreat for journalists from various media houses.</p> <p>The two-day retreat organized by the resort was attended by 14 media persons on October 29 and 30.</p> <p>The organizer conducted various adventurous activities on the occasion. The team visiting the Last Resort for retreat performed rock climbing, abseiling, bungee jumping and canyoning. Besides, facilities like transportation, food and accommodation were also arranged by the organizing committee.</p> <p>Bhuwan Sharma, general manager of the Last Resort, informed New Business Age that the retreat is a part of a package offered to corporate houses aimed at team building activities. The participating journalists informed that the retreat activities gave them a memorable experience and helped them extend their network amongst each other. </p> <p> The resort established in 1999 AD has been offering various adventure sports activities.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-11-02', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9152', 'image' => '20181031034659_20181030_121507.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9373', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Syangja to host Paragliding World Cup from Thursday', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Syangja is all set to host the world paragliding championship from November 1 to 4 in Swarek of Bhirkot Municipality.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Syangja is all set to host the world paragliding championship from November 1 to 4 in Swarek of Bhirkot Municipality.</p> <p>The world championship is being organised jointly by the 11 local units of Syangja in association with Nepal Paragliding and Handgliding Association, Nepal Air Sports Association and Babu Adventure Club, Syangja.</p> <p>The organisers said that the venue of the championship, which was initially proposed to be held in Pokhara, was shifted to Syangja after Pokhara Municipality failed to provide ground for the competition.</p> <p>The competition requires at least 100 square meters of space for landing, which the Pokhara Municipality could not provide.</p> <p>Ananta Kumar Shrestha, member of the organising committee, confirmed that preparations for the Paragliding Accuracy World Cup has been complete.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9151', 'image' => '20181031031043_paragliding.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9372', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Action against Industries in Hetauda Industrial Estate', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Hetauda Industrial District Management Office has started the process to take action against the industries which are operating without following the standards of Hetauda Industrial Estate.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Hetauda Industrial District Management Office has started the process to take action against the industries which are operating without following the standards of Hetauda Industrial Estate.</p> <p>The office, from Tuesday, initiated action against a total of 27 industries, which are operating without following the criteria set by the industrial estate. According to the office, it has already taken action against five industries.</p> <p>“The office is all set to scrap the agreement with the industries which are yet to operate the industry even after acquiring land,” said Nepal Bhusan Baidhya, chief of the Hetauda Industrial District Management Office.</p> <p>The office has asked the industries to operate as per the criteria set by the industrial estate within next three months. The office has also asked the industries which have already acquired land to build required infrastructures to operate the factory within the next six months. </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9150', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9371', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Siddhartha Bank supports Teach for Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement to support the initiative of Teach for Nepal to strengthen education at public schools across the country.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement to support the initiative of Teach for Nepal to strengthen education at public schools across the country. In this regard, the bank provided a checque of Rs 500,000 to Teach for Nepal under its corporate social responsibility in order to provide quality education in rural areas of Nepal.</p> <p>The bank said that its support will help Teach for Nepal in deploying volunteers in remote areas to teach for two years.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9149', 'image' => '20181031122707_tfn.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9370', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Siddhartha Bank, Medicity Hospital sign Agreement', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital for providing discounts to its customers at the hospital.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital for providing discounts to its customers at the hospital.</p> <p>Issuing a press statement, the bank said that its debit/credit card holders, customers and employees can avail discounts at the hospital for various services.</p> <p>The hospital’s General Manager Bijay Rimal and the bank’s Deputy General Manager Suresh Raj Maharjan signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organisations amid a recent function.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9148', 'image' => '20181031122112_siddharthaa.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9369', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'The Colt Foundation Awards Scholarship to Sherpa', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: The Colt Foundation of Britain has awarded scholarship to Futi Sherpa of Fungling, Taplejung, to study four years BBA programme at the British College. ', 'content' => '<p>October 31: The Colt Foundation of Britain has awarded scholarship to Futi Sherpa of Fungling, Taplejung, to study four years BBA programme at the British College. According to the college, the scholarship will cover tuition fees, exam fees, accommodation, personal maintenance allowance, travel costs and other programme related costs for four years.</p> <p>CEO of the British College, Rajen Kandel, said, " A small push can be a giant leap, we hope this scholarship will act as a stepping stone in achieving Sherpa’s goals and dreams. The college hopes to offer such positive reinforcements to upcoming students through grants offered by the Colt Foundation.”</p> <p>The Colt Foundation, established on August 28, 1978 by the O'Hea family, awards fellowships each year to qualified students enrolled at UK universities.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9147', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9368', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hero Awards Rs 100,000 to Tharu', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Ram Prasad Tharu has won Rs 100,000 under Hero’s festive offer. ', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Ram Prasad Tharu has won Rs 100,000 under Hero’s festive offer. Issuing a press statement, the company said that Tharu won the lucky draw during the “Dashain Tihar Banne Cha Heromanchak” offer announced by Nepal General Marketing Pvt Ltd, the authorised distributor of Hero two-wheelers in Nepal.</p> <p>Under the offer, customers of Hero were given Rs 6000 cash discount on purchase of motorbikes and Rs 8000 discount on purchase of scooters. In addition, they were given a chance to win Rs 1000 to 100,000 from scratch card.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9146', 'image' => '20181031121005_Mneomonic_Dashain HEROMANCHAK.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9367', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'NTB Promotes Nepal’s Adventure Tourism in Austria ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and Trekking Agency Association of Nepal (TAAN) organised tourism promotion programme in Austria to promote adventure tourism in Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and Trekking Agency Association of Nepal (TAAN) organised tourism promotion programme in Austria to promote adventure tourism in Nepal.</p> <p>NTB informed New Business Age that the Nepali delegation organised the event to inform about Nepal’s adventure tourism destination.</p> <p>NTB’s senior spokesperspon Sunil Sharma said that the two-day programme had informed about different tourism activities and adventures tourism destination in Nepal. Stating that European tourists record the highest number of participants in Nepal’s adventure tourism, Sharma shared that such programmes would help in contributing to the tourism activities in Nepal.</p> <p>Likewise, the programme also disseminated information about different adventures activities in Nepal such as mountaineering, trekking, cycling, paragliding, observation of wildlife, hunting etc.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9145', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9366', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Global IME Bank’s Complementary Cinema Tickets', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Global IME Bank has announced to offer a complementary cinema ticket for the users of its mobile banking application, Global Smart, on purchase of two tickets of Q’s Cinema.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Global IME Bank has announced to offer a complementary cinema ticket for the users of its mobile banking application, Global Smart, on purchase of two tickets of Q’s Cinema.</p> <p>Under this scheme, Global Smart users are eligible for the complementary tickets for making payment of two tickets of Q’s Cinema through QR Code.</p> <p>The bank has been providing its services through a network of 132 branches, 140 ATMs, six extension counters, 15 revenue collection counters, 104 branchless banking facilities and 3000 representatives across the country.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9144', 'image' => '20181030025448_global IME.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9365', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Prabhu Bank in Thankot', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Prabhu Bank has opened a new branch in Thankot of Chandragiri Municipality of Kathmandu district.', 'content' => '<p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">October 30: Prabhu Bank has opened a new branch in Thankot of Chandragiri Municipality of Kathmandu district.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Chairman of Bagmati Dealers Association, Achyut Bahadur Khadka inaugurated the branch amid an event on Monday, October 29.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">The bank in a statement said that the new branch was opened to facilitate the transaction of the Nepal Oil Corporation’s depot in Thankot. The bank also expressed its belief that the locals and entrepreneurs of the area will benefit from the services of the new branch.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Likewise, the branch will be providing all kinds of modern banking facilities, according to a statement issued by the bank.</span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9143', 'image' => '20181030024629_download.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9364', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Flower Expo in Pokhara from Friday', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Floriculture Association of Nepal (FAN) is all set to organise a flower expo in Godavari of Pokhara with the objective to promote flower business in Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Floriculture Association of Nepal (FAN) is all set to organise a flower expo in Godavari of Pokhara with the objective to promote flower business in Nepal. The association said that the four-day exhibition will start on November 2 and conclude on November 5. Altogether 450 kinds of flowers will be displayed during the expo, according to Daya Kumar Dwa, immediate past president of Kaski chapter of FAN. The exhibition will feature 30 stalls.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9142', 'image' => '20181030023646_Flowers.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9363', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Kali Gandaki Transmission Line Expected to be Ready this FY', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: The Kali Gandaki Transmission Mechanism, which was developed with the aim to connect the hydro-electricity generated from Kali Gandaki River basin to the national grid, is expected to be complete within this fiscal year.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: The Kali Gandaki Transmission Mechanism, which was developed with the aim to connect the hydro-electricity generated from Kali Gandaki River basin to the national grid, is expected to be complete within this fiscal year. Installation of both towers and sub-stations are being carried side by side for the 39 km transmission line from Kusma of Parbat to Dana of Myagdi district.</p> <p>According to Nepal Electricity Authority’s Director Kul Man Ghising, approximately 60 percent of the transmission mechanism has been completed. Ghising informed that the construction of the foundation of towers, installation of towers and all sub-stations are being carried out without any delay. He further added that the power evacuation will be initiated after finishing the construction work within this fiscal year.</p> <p>Under the distribution network, 110 towers and two substations each at Kusma of Parbat and Dana of Myagdi will be installed. Ghising said that they have given more emphasis to finish this project than other similar projects.</p> <p>The project is expected to complete in the stipulated time as there is not hassles in acquiring land and forests, said the project chief Chandan Kumar Ghosh.</p> <p>“The first phase of the work will be completed within this fiscal year,” said Ghos adding, “After that, extension of transmission line (87.8 km) from Kusma to Ramnagar of Nawalparasi will be initiated in the second phase of the project.” </p> <p>At present, 16 hydropower projects have taken permission from the Department of Electricity Development to supply power to the Kali Gandaki Corridor Project. The total capacity of the projects is 739.4 MW.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9141', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9362', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'QDF, Godiva Launch Interactive Display at Hamad Int’l Airport', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has partnered with premium Belgian chocolatier Godiva to launch its first in-store interactive wall display in travel retail designed to appeal to chocolate-loving passengers travelling through the Hamad International Airport (HIA).', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has partnered with premium Belgian chocolatier Godiva to launch its first in-store interactive wall display in travel retail designed to appeal to chocolate-loving passengers travelling through the Hamad International Airport (HIA).</p> <p>This next-generation innovative installation is equipped with a unique, built-in concierge application designed to offer customers their perfect choice of product, reads a statement issued by Qatar Airways.</p> <p>According to the statement, shoppers are asked to answer a series of questions through the application, allowing it to identify their perfect Godiva chocolate gift box to match their tastes.</p> <p>Godiva’s president for global sales, Matthew Hodges, said, “The idea of the interactive wallbay, which is a first for Godiva, was borne of the realisation that today’s consumers shop in a different way to their predecessors. They are looking for engagement with the brand, for an interaction which makes them feel valued and appreciated. This joint project with QDF will enhance the appeal of our gifting items and, through the clever use of technology, make it easy for millennials to purchase products based on their specific needs.”</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9140', 'image' => '20181030011644_aaaa.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9361', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hankook Tire Appoints LH Services and Spare Parts as Authorized Distributor for Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Hankook Tire has appointed LH Services and Spare Parts (LHSS) as its authorized distributor for Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Hankook Tire has appointed LH Services and Spare Parts (LHSS) as its authorized distributor for Nepal.</p> <p>LHSS was established by Laxmi Group in 2018 as per the company’s vision to be a “one stop solution for all of consumer’s mobility needs”.</p> <p>A press statement issued by LHSS states that the company houses globally leading brands of automotive components and accessories and is currently engaged in battery, lubricant and tire business. </p> <p>According to the statement, South Korean brand Hankook has a strong presence in PCR, LTR, SUV and TBR segments.</p> <p>“Hankook tires assures high fuel efficiency, low shock and noise, better traction and higher tire life,” the statement reads.</p> <p>LHSS said it is currently importing the Hankook tires from two of its factories based in Indonesia and Korea.</p> <p>Hankook has been in Nepal for the last few years, but decided to join hands with Laxmi Group as the brand seeks to promote its products more aggressively in the Nepalese market.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9139', 'image' => '20181030010427_Hankook Tire Launch 2.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ) ) $current_user = null $logged_in = false $article = array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9371', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Siddhartha Bank supports Teach for Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement to support the initiative of Teach for Nepal to strengthen education at public schools across the country.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement to support the initiative of Teach for Nepal to strengthen education at public schools across the country. 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October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement to support the initiative of Teach for Nepal to strengthen education at public schools across the…
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He is the founder of Drik Picture Library, Pathshala South Asian Media Institute, Chobi Mela International Festival of Photography and Majority World, all groundbreaking Bangladeshi institutions.</p> <p>The decision to confer this year’s Photo Kathmandu Award of Excellence to Dr Shahidul Alam was unanimously reached among the Photo Kathmandu 2018 Awards organising committee that included Bikas Rauniar (senior nepali photojournalist), Bikas Karki, (president of Photojournalist Club Nepal and photo editor of Annapurna Post) and Sagar Shrestha (president of National Forum of Photojournalists).</p> <p>Photo Kathmandu is an international photography festival organized by photo.circle. The festival presents exhibitions, workshops, and a diverse range of public programmes to Kathmandu audiences and international visitors once every two years.</p> <p>The festival is organized by photo.circle in collaboration with Sikhshya Foundation which is sponsored by various organizations including National Geography Television, Nepal Tourism Board among others.</p> <p>The event which was inaugurated on October 12 will conclude on November 16. Photos from various renowned photographers from Nepal and abroad are being exhibited in the photo festival.</p> <p>The organizers had also hosted an interaction program on October 25 where individuals had interacted with Prabal Gurung, iconic American-Nepalese fashion designer and founder of Sikhshya Nepal in Mangal Bazar.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9153', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9374', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'The Last Resort organizes retreat', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: The Last Resort Adventure Pvt Ltd situated in Bhote Koshi Rural Municipality organized a retreat for journalists from various media houses.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: The Last Resort Adventure Pvt Ltd situated in Bhote Koshi Rural Municipality organized a retreat for journalists from various media houses.</p> <p>The two-day retreat organized by the resort was attended by 14 media persons on October 29 and 30.</p> <p>The organizer conducted various adventurous activities on the occasion. The team visiting the Last Resort for retreat performed rock climbing, abseiling, bungee jumping and canyoning. Besides, facilities like transportation, food and accommodation were also arranged by the organizing committee.</p> <p>Bhuwan Sharma, general manager of the Last Resort, informed New Business Age that the retreat is a part of a package offered to corporate houses aimed at team building activities. The participating journalists informed that the retreat activities gave them a memorable experience and helped them extend their network amongst each other. </p> <p> The resort established in 1999 AD has been offering various adventure sports activities.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-11-02', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9152', 'image' => '20181031034659_20181030_121507.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9373', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Syangja to host Paragliding World Cup from Thursday', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Syangja is all set to host the world paragliding championship from November 1 to 4 in Swarek of Bhirkot Municipality.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Syangja is all set to host the world paragliding championship from November 1 to 4 in Swarek of Bhirkot Municipality.</p> <p>The world championship is being organised jointly by the 11 local units of Syangja in association with Nepal Paragliding and Handgliding Association, Nepal Air Sports Association and Babu Adventure Club, Syangja.</p> <p>The organisers said that the venue of the championship, which was initially proposed to be held in Pokhara, was shifted to Syangja after Pokhara Municipality failed to provide ground for the competition.</p> <p>The competition requires at least 100 square meters of space for landing, which the Pokhara Municipality could not provide.</p> <p>Ananta Kumar Shrestha, member of the organising committee, confirmed that preparations for the Paragliding Accuracy World Cup has been complete.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9151', 'image' => '20181031031043_paragliding.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9372', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Action against Industries in Hetauda Industrial Estate', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Hetauda Industrial District Management Office has started the process to take action against the industries which are operating without following the standards of Hetauda Industrial Estate.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Hetauda Industrial District Management Office has started the process to take action against the industries which are operating without following the standards of Hetauda Industrial Estate.</p> <p>The office, from Tuesday, initiated action against a total of 27 industries, which are operating without following the criteria set by the industrial estate. According to the office, it has already taken action against five industries.</p> <p>“The office is all set to scrap the agreement with the industries which are yet to operate the industry even after acquiring land,” said Nepal Bhusan Baidhya, chief of the Hetauda Industrial District Management Office.</p> <p>The office has asked the industries to operate as per the criteria set by the industrial estate within next three months. The office has also asked the industries which have already acquired land to build required infrastructures to operate the factory within the next six months. </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9150', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9371', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Siddhartha Bank supports Teach for Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement to support the initiative of Teach for Nepal to strengthen education at public schools across the country.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement to support the initiative of Teach for Nepal to strengthen education at public schools across the country. In this regard, the bank provided a checque of Rs 500,000 to Teach for Nepal under its corporate social responsibility in order to provide quality education in rural areas of Nepal.</p> <p>The bank said that its support will help Teach for Nepal in deploying volunteers in remote areas to teach for two years.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9149', 'image' => '20181031122707_tfn.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9370', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Siddhartha Bank, Medicity Hospital sign Agreement', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital for providing discounts to its customers at the hospital.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital for providing discounts to its customers at the hospital.</p> <p>Issuing a press statement, the bank said that its debit/credit card holders, customers and employees can avail discounts at the hospital for various services.</p> <p>The hospital’s General Manager Bijay Rimal and the bank’s Deputy General Manager Suresh Raj Maharjan signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organisations amid a recent function.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9148', 'image' => '20181031122112_siddharthaa.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9369', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'The Colt Foundation Awards Scholarship to Sherpa', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: The Colt Foundation of Britain has awarded scholarship to Futi Sherpa of Fungling, Taplejung, to study four years BBA programme at the British College. ', 'content' => '<p>October 31: The Colt Foundation of Britain has awarded scholarship to Futi Sherpa of Fungling, Taplejung, to study four years BBA programme at the British College. According to the college, the scholarship will cover tuition fees, exam fees, accommodation, personal maintenance allowance, travel costs and other programme related costs for four years.</p> <p>CEO of the British College, Rajen Kandel, said, " A small push can be a giant leap, we hope this scholarship will act as a stepping stone in achieving Sherpa’s goals and dreams. The college hopes to offer such positive reinforcements to upcoming students through grants offered by the Colt Foundation.”</p> <p>The Colt Foundation, established on August 28, 1978 by the O'Hea family, awards fellowships each year to qualified students enrolled at UK universities.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9147', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9368', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hero Awards Rs 100,000 to Tharu', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Ram Prasad Tharu has won Rs 100,000 under Hero’s festive offer. ', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Ram Prasad Tharu has won Rs 100,000 under Hero’s festive offer. Issuing a press statement, the company said that Tharu won the lucky draw during the “Dashain Tihar Banne Cha Heromanchak” offer announced by Nepal General Marketing Pvt Ltd, the authorised distributor of Hero two-wheelers in Nepal.</p> <p>Under the offer, customers of Hero were given Rs 6000 cash discount on purchase of motorbikes and Rs 8000 discount on purchase of scooters. In addition, they were given a chance to win Rs 1000 to 100,000 from scratch card.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9146', 'image' => '20181031121005_Mneomonic_Dashain HEROMANCHAK.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9367', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'NTB Promotes Nepal’s Adventure Tourism in Austria ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and Trekking Agency Association of Nepal (TAAN) organised tourism promotion programme in Austria to promote adventure tourism in Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and Trekking Agency Association of Nepal (TAAN) organised tourism promotion programme in Austria to promote adventure tourism in Nepal.</p> <p>NTB informed New Business Age that the Nepali delegation organised the event to inform about Nepal’s adventure tourism destination.</p> <p>NTB’s senior spokesperspon Sunil Sharma said that the two-day programme had informed about different tourism activities and adventures tourism destination in Nepal. Stating that European tourists record the highest number of participants in Nepal’s adventure tourism, Sharma shared that such programmes would help in contributing to the tourism activities in Nepal.</p> <p>Likewise, the programme also disseminated information about different adventures activities in Nepal such as mountaineering, trekking, cycling, paragliding, observation of wildlife, hunting etc.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9145', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9366', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Global IME Bank’s Complementary Cinema Tickets', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Global IME Bank has announced to offer a complementary cinema ticket for the users of its mobile banking application, Global Smart, on purchase of two tickets of Q’s Cinema.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Global IME Bank has announced to offer a complementary cinema ticket for the users of its mobile banking application, Global Smart, on purchase of two tickets of Q’s Cinema.</p> <p>Under this scheme, Global Smart users are eligible for the complementary tickets for making payment of two tickets of Q’s Cinema through QR Code.</p> <p>The bank has been providing its services through a network of 132 branches, 140 ATMs, six extension counters, 15 revenue collection counters, 104 branchless banking facilities and 3000 representatives across the country.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9144', 'image' => '20181030025448_global IME.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9365', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Prabhu Bank in Thankot', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Prabhu Bank has opened a new branch in Thankot of Chandragiri Municipality of Kathmandu district.', 'content' => '<p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">October 30: Prabhu Bank has opened a new branch in Thankot of Chandragiri Municipality of Kathmandu district.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Chairman of Bagmati Dealers Association, Achyut Bahadur Khadka inaugurated the branch amid an event on Monday, October 29.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">The bank in a statement said that the new branch was opened to facilitate the transaction of the Nepal Oil Corporation’s depot in Thankot. The bank also expressed its belief that the locals and entrepreneurs of the area will benefit from the services of the new branch.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Likewise, the branch will be providing all kinds of modern banking facilities, according to a statement issued by the bank.</span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9143', 'image' => '20181030024629_download.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9364', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Flower Expo in Pokhara from Friday', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Floriculture Association of Nepal (FAN) is all set to organise a flower expo in Godavari of Pokhara with the objective to promote flower business in Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Floriculture Association of Nepal (FAN) is all set to organise a flower expo in Godavari of Pokhara with the objective to promote flower business in Nepal. The association said that the four-day exhibition will start on November 2 and conclude on November 5. Altogether 450 kinds of flowers will be displayed during the expo, according to Daya Kumar Dwa, immediate past president of Kaski chapter of FAN. The exhibition will feature 30 stalls.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9142', 'image' => '20181030023646_Flowers.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9363', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Kali Gandaki Transmission Line Expected to be Ready this FY', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: The Kali Gandaki Transmission Mechanism, which was developed with the aim to connect the hydro-electricity generated from Kali Gandaki River basin to the national grid, is expected to be complete within this fiscal year.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: The Kali Gandaki Transmission Mechanism, which was developed with the aim to connect the hydro-electricity generated from Kali Gandaki River basin to the national grid, is expected to be complete within this fiscal year. Installation of both towers and sub-stations are being carried side by side for the 39 km transmission line from Kusma of Parbat to Dana of Myagdi district.</p> <p>According to Nepal Electricity Authority’s Director Kul Man Ghising, approximately 60 percent of the transmission mechanism has been completed. Ghising informed that the construction of the foundation of towers, installation of towers and all sub-stations are being carried out without any delay. He further added that the power evacuation will be initiated after finishing the construction work within this fiscal year.</p> <p>Under the distribution network, 110 towers and two substations each at Kusma of Parbat and Dana of Myagdi will be installed. Ghising said that they have given more emphasis to finish this project than other similar projects.</p> <p>The project is expected to complete in the stipulated time as there is not hassles in acquiring land and forests, said the project chief Chandan Kumar Ghosh.</p> <p>“The first phase of the work will be completed within this fiscal year,” said Ghos adding, “After that, extension of transmission line (87.8 km) from Kusma to Ramnagar of Nawalparasi will be initiated in the second phase of the project.” </p> <p>At present, 16 hydropower projects have taken permission from the Department of Electricity Development to supply power to the Kali Gandaki Corridor Project. The total capacity of the projects is 739.4 MW.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9141', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9362', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'QDF, Godiva Launch Interactive Display at Hamad Int’l Airport', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has partnered with premium Belgian chocolatier Godiva to launch its first in-store interactive wall display in travel retail designed to appeal to chocolate-loving passengers travelling through the Hamad International Airport (HIA).', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has partnered with premium Belgian chocolatier Godiva to launch its first in-store interactive wall display in travel retail designed to appeal to chocolate-loving passengers travelling through the Hamad International Airport (HIA).</p> <p>This next-generation innovative installation is equipped with a unique, built-in concierge application designed to offer customers their perfect choice of product, reads a statement issued by Qatar Airways.</p> <p>According to the statement, shoppers are asked to answer a series of questions through the application, allowing it to identify their perfect Godiva chocolate gift box to match their tastes.</p> <p>Godiva’s president for global sales, Matthew Hodges, said, “The idea of the interactive wallbay, which is a first for Godiva, was borne of the realisation that today’s consumers shop in a different way to their predecessors. They are looking for engagement with the brand, for an interaction which makes them feel valued and appreciated. This joint project with QDF will enhance the appeal of our gifting items and, through the clever use of technology, make it easy for millennials to purchase products based on their specific needs.”</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9140', 'image' => '20181030011644_aaaa.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9361', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hankook Tire Appoints LH Services and Spare Parts as Authorized Distributor for Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Hankook Tire has appointed LH Services and Spare Parts (LHSS) as its authorized distributor for Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Hankook Tire has appointed LH Services and Spare Parts (LHSS) as its authorized distributor for Nepal.</p> <p>LHSS was established by Laxmi Group in 2018 as per the company’s vision to be a “one stop solution for all of consumer’s mobility needs”.</p> <p>A press statement issued by LHSS states that the company houses globally leading brands of automotive components and accessories and is currently engaged in battery, lubricant and tire business. </p> <p>According to the statement, South Korean brand Hankook has a strong presence in PCR, LTR, SUV and TBR segments.</p> <p>“Hankook tires assures high fuel efficiency, low shock and noise, better traction and higher tire life,” the statement reads.</p> <p>LHSS said it is currently importing the Hankook tires from two of its factories based in Indonesia and Korea.</p> <p>Hankook has been in Nepal for the last few years, but decided to join hands with Laxmi Group as the brand seeks to promote its products more aggressively in the Nepalese market.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9139', 'image' => '20181030010427_Hankook Tire Launch 2.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ) ) $current_user = null $logged_in = false $article = array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9370', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Siddhartha Bank, Medicity Hospital sign Agreement', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital for providing discounts to its customers at the hospital.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital for providing discounts to its customers at the hospital.</p> <p>Issuing a press statement, the bank said that its debit/credit card holders, customers and employees can avail discounts at the hospital for various services.</p> <p>The hospital’s General Manager Bijay Rimal and the bank’s Deputy General Manager Suresh Raj Maharjan signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organisations amid a recent function.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9148', 'image' => '20181031122112_siddharthaa.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ) $width = null $height = null $ratio = (float) NAN $img_width = (int) 280 $img_height = (float) NAN $date = '2018-10-31 00:00:00' $dateFromDatabase = (int) 1540923300 $dateTwentyforHoursAgo = (int) 1750856224 $today = '2025-06-26 06:42:04pm' $today2 = (int) 1750942624 $newDate = 'Oct 31, 2018' $commentCount = (int) 0 $word_count = (int) 83 $time_to_read = (float) 0.42 $time_to_read_min = (float) 0 $time_to_read_second = (float) 25getimagesize - [internal], line ?? include - APP/View/Articles/index.ctp, line 35 View::_evaluate() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 971 View::_render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 933 View::render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 473 Controller::render() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 968 Dispatcher::_invoke() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 200 Dispatcher::dispatch() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 167 [main] - APP/webroot/index.php, line 117
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He is the founder of Drik Picture Library, Pathshala South Asian Media Institute, Chobi Mela International Festival of Photography and Majority World, all groundbreaking Bangladeshi institutions.</p> <p>The decision to confer this year’s Photo Kathmandu Award of Excellence to Dr Shahidul Alam was unanimously reached among the Photo Kathmandu 2018 Awards organising committee that included Bikas Rauniar (senior nepali photojournalist), Bikas Karki, (president of Photojournalist Club Nepal and photo editor of Annapurna Post) and Sagar Shrestha (president of National Forum of Photojournalists).</p> <p>Photo Kathmandu is an international photography festival organized by photo.circle. The festival presents exhibitions, workshops, and a diverse range of public programmes to Kathmandu audiences and international visitors once every two years.</p> <p>The festival is organized by photo.circle in collaboration with Sikhshya Foundation which is sponsored by various organizations including National Geography Television, Nepal Tourism Board among others.</p> <p>The event which was inaugurated on October 12 will conclude on November 16. Photos from various renowned photographers from Nepal and abroad are being exhibited in the photo festival.</p> <p>The organizers had also hosted an interaction program on October 25 where individuals had interacted with Prabal Gurung, iconic American-Nepalese fashion designer and founder of Sikhshya Nepal in Mangal Bazar.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9153', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9374', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'The Last Resort organizes retreat', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: The Last Resort Adventure Pvt Ltd situated in Bhote Koshi Rural Municipality organized a retreat for journalists from various media houses.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: The Last Resort Adventure Pvt Ltd situated in Bhote Koshi Rural Municipality organized a retreat for journalists from various media houses.</p> <p>The two-day retreat organized by the resort was attended by 14 media persons on October 29 and 30.</p> <p>The organizer conducted various adventurous activities on the occasion. The team visiting the Last Resort for retreat performed rock climbing, abseiling, bungee jumping and canyoning. Besides, facilities like transportation, food and accommodation were also arranged by the organizing committee.</p> <p>Bhuwan Sharma, general manager of the Last Resort, informed New Business Age that the retreat is a part of a package offered to corporate houses aimed at team building activities. The participating journalists informed that the retreat activities gave them a memorable experience and helped them extend their network amongst each other. </p> <p> The resort established in 1999 AD has been offering various adventure sports activities.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-11-02', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9152', 'image' => '20181031034659_20181030_121507.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9373', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Syangja to host Paragliding World Cup from Thursday', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Syangja is all set to host the world paragliding championship from November 1 to 4 in Swarek of Bhirkot Municipality.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Syangja is all set to host the world paragliding championship from November 1 to 4 in Swarek of Bhirkot Municipality.</p> <p>The world championship is being organised jointly by the 11 local units of Syangja in association with Nepal Paragliding and Handgliding Association, Nepal Air Sports Association and Babu Adventure Club, Syangja.</p> <p>The organisers said that the venue of the championship, which was initially proposed to be held in Pokhara, was shifted to Syangja after Pokhara Municipality failed to provide ground for the competition.</p> <p>The competition requires at least 100 square meters of space for landing, which the Pokhara Municipality could not provide.</p> <p>Ananta Kumar Shrestha, member of the organising committee, confirmed that preparations for the Paragliding Accuracy World Cup has been complete.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9151', 'image' => '20181031031043_paragliding.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9372', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Action against Industries in Hetauda Industrial Estate', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Hetauda Industrial District Management Office has started the process to take action against the industries which are operating without following the standards of Hetauda Industrial Estate.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Hetauda Industrial District Management Office has started the process to take action against the industries which are operating without following the standards of Hetauda Industrial Estate.</p> <p>The office, from Tuesday, initiated action against a total of 27 industries, which are operating without following the criteria set by the industrial estate. According to the office, it has already taken action against five industries.</p> <p>“The office is all set to scrap the agreement with the industries which are yet to operate the industry even after acquiring land,” said Nepal Bhusan Baidhya, chief of the Hetauda Industrial District Management Office.</p> <p>The office has asked the industries to operate as per the criteria set by the industrial estate within next three months. The office has also asked the industries which have already acquired land to build required infrastructures to operate the factory within the next six months. </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9150', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9371', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Siddhartha Bank supports Teach for Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement to support the initiative of Teach for Nepal to strengthen education at public schools across the country.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement to support the initiative of Teach for Nepal to strengthen education at public schools across the country. In this regard, the bank provided a checque of Rs 500,000 to Teach for Nepal under its corporate social responsibility in order to provide quality education in rural areas of Nepal.</p> <p>The bank said that its support will help Teach for Nepal in deploying volunteers in remote areas to teach for two years.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9149', 'image' => '20181031122707_tfn.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9370', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Siddhartha Bank, Medicity Hospital sign Agreement', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital for providing discounts to its customers at the hospital.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital for providing discounts to its customers at the hospital.</p> <p>Issuing a press statement, the bank said that its debit/credit card holders, customers and employees can avail discounts at the hospital for various services.</p> <p>The hospital’s General Manager Bijay Rimal and the bank’s Deputy General Manager Suresh Raj Maharjan signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organisations amid a recent function.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9148', 'image' => '20181031122112_siddharthaa.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9369', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'The Colt Foundation Awards Scholarship to Sherpa', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: The Colt Foundation of Britain has awarded scholarship to Futi Sherpa of Fungling, Taplejung, to study four years BBA programme at the British College. ', 'content' => '<p>October 31: The Colt Foundation of Britain has awarded scholarship to Futi Sherpa of Fungling, Taplejung, to study four years BBA programme at the British College. According to the college, the scholarship will cover tuition fees, exam fees, accommodation, personal maintenance allowance, travel costs and other programme related costs for four years.</p> <p>CEO of the British College, Rajen Kandel, said, " A small push can be a giant leap, we hope this scholarship will act as a stepping stone in achieving Sherpa’s goals and dreams. The college hopes to offer such positive reinforcements to upcoming students through grants offered by the Colt Foundation.”</p> <p>The Colt Foundation, established on August 28, 1978 by the O'Hea family, awards fellowships each year to qualified students enrolled at UK universities.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9147', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9368', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hero Awards Rs 100,000 to Tharu', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Ram Prasad Tharu has won Rs 100,000 under Hero’s festive offer. ', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Ram Prasad Tharu has won Rs 100,000 under Hero’s festive offer. Issuing a press statement, the company said that Tharu won the lucky draw during the “Dashain Tihar Banne Cha Heromanchak” offer announced by Nepal General Marketing Pvt Ltd, the authorised distributor of Hero two-wheelers in Nepal.</p> <p>Under the offer, customers of Hero were given Rs 6000 cash discount on purchase of motorbikes and Rs 8000 discount on purchase of scooters. In addition, they were given a chance to win Rs 1000 to 100,000 from scratch card.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9146', 'image' => '20181031121005_Mneomonic_Dashain HEROMANCHAK.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9367', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'NTB Promotes Nepal’s Adventure Tourism in Austria ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and Trekking Agency Association of Nepal (TAAN) organised tourism promotion programme in Austria to promote adventure tourism in Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and Trekking Agency Association of Nepal (TAAN) organised tourism promotion programme in Austria to promote adventure tourism in Nepal.</p> <p>NTB informed New Business Age that the Nepali delegation organised the event to inform about Nepal’s adventure tourism destination.</p> <p>NTB’s senior spokesperspon Sunil Sharma said that the two-day programme had informed about different tourism activities and adventures tourism destination in Nepal. Stating that European tourists record the highest number of participants in Nepal’s adventure tourism, Sharma shared that such programmes would help in contributing to the tourism activities in Nepal.</p> <p>Likewise, the programme also disseminated information about different adventures activities in Nepal such as mountaineering, trekking, cycling, paragliding, observation of wildlife, hunting etc.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9145', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9366', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Global IME Bank’s Complementary Cinema Tickets', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Global IME Bank has announced to offer a complementary cinema ticket for the users of its mobile banking application, Global Smart, on purchase of two tickets of Q’s Cinema.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Global IME Bank has announced to offer a complementary cinema ticket for the users of its mobile banking application, Global Smart, on purchase of two tickets of Q’s Cinema.</p> <p>Under this scheme, Global Smart users are eligible for the complementary tickets for making payment of two tickets of Q’s Cinema through QR Code.</p> <p>The bank has been providing its services through a network of 132 branches, 140 ATMs, six extension counters, 15 revenue collection counters, 104 branchless banking facilities and 3000 representatives across the country.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9144', 'image' => '20181030025448_global IME.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9365', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Prabhu Bank in Thankot', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Prabhu Bank has opened a new branch in Thankot of Chandragiri Municipality of Kathmandu district.', 'content' => '<p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">October 30: Prabhu Bank has opened a new branch in Thankot of Chandragiri Municipality of Kathmandu district.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Chairman of Bagmati Dealers Association, Achyut Bahadur Khadka inaugurated the branch amid an event on Monday, October 29.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">The bank in a statement said that the new branch was opened to facilitate the transaction of the Nepal Oil Corporation’s depot in Thankot. The bank also expressed its belief that the locals and entrepreneurs of the area will benefit from the services of the new branch.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Likewise, the branch will be providing all kinds of modern banking facilities, according to a statement issued by the bank.</span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9143', 'image' => '20181030024629_download.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9364', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Flower Expo in Pokhara from Friday', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Floriculture Association of Nepal (FAN) is all set to organise a flower expo in Godavari of Pokhara with the objective to promote flower business in Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Floriculture Association of Nepal (FAN) is all set to organise a flower expo in Godavari of Pokhara with the objective to promote flower business in Nepal. The association said that the four-day exhibition will start on November 2 and conclude on November 5. Altogether 450 kinds of flowers will be displayed during the expo, according to Daya Kumar Dwa, immediate past president of Kaski chapter of FAN. The exhibition will feature 30 stalls.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9142', 'image' => '20181030023646_Flowers.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9363', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Kali Gandaki Transmission Line Expected to be Ready this FY', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: The Kali Gandaki Transmission Mechanism, which was developed with the aim to connect the hydro-electricity generated from Kali Gandaki River basin to the national grid, is expected to be complete within this fiscal year.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: The Kali Gandaki Transmission Mechanism, which was developed with the aim to connect the hydro-electricity generated from Kali Gandaki River basin to the national grid, is expected to be complete within this fiscal year. Installation of both towers and sub-stations are being carried side by side for the 39 km transmission line from Kusma of Parbat to Dana of Myagdi district.</p> <p>According to Nepal Electricity Authority’s Director Kul Man Ghising, approximately 60 percent of the transmission mechanism has been completed. Ghising informed that the construction of the foundation of towers, installation of towers and all sub-stations are being carried out without any delay. He further added that the power evacuation will be initiated after finishing the construction work within this fiscal year.</p> <p>Under the distribution network, 110 towers and two substations each at Kusma of Parbat and Dana of Myagdi will be installed. Ghising said that they have given more emphasis to finish this project than other similar projects.</p> <p>The project is expected to complete in the stipulated time as there is not hassles in acquiring land and forests, said the project chief Chandan Kumar Ghosh.</p> <p>“The first phase of the work will be completed within this fiscal year,” said Ghos adding, “After that, extension of transmission line (87.8 km) from Kusma to Ramnagar of Nawalparasi will be initiated in the second phase of the project.” </p> <p>At present, 16 hydropower projects have taken permission from the Department of Electricity Development to supply power to the Kali Gandaki Corridor Project. The total capacity of the projects is 739.4 MW.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9141', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9362', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'QDF, Godiva Launch Interactive Display at Hamad Int’l Airport', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has partnered with premium Belgian chocolatier Godiva to launch its first in-store interactive wall display in travel retail designed to appeal to chocolate-loving passengers travelling through the Hamad International Airport (HIA).', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has partnered with premium Belgian chocolatier Godiva to launch its first in-store interactive wall display in travel retail designed to appeal to chocolate-loving passengers travelling through the Hamad International Airport (HIA).</p> <p>This next-generation innovative installation is equipped with a unique, built-in concierge application designed to offer customers their perfect choice of product, reads a statement issued by Qatar Airways.</p> <p>According to the statement, shoppers are asked to answer a series of questions through the application, allowing it to identify their perfect Godiva chocolate gift box to match their tastes.</p> <p>Godiva’s president for global sales, Matthew Hodges, said, “The idea of the interactive wallbay, which is a first for Godiva, was borne of the realisation that today’s consumers shop in a different way to their predecessors. They are looking for engagement with the brand, for an interaction which makes them feel valued and appreciated. This joint project with QDF will enhance the appeal of our gifting items and, through the clever use of technology, make it easy for millennials to purchase products based on their specific needs.”</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9140', 'image' => '20181030011644_aaaa.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9361', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hankook Tire Appoints LH Services and Spare Parts as Authorized Distributor for Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Hankook Tire has appointed LH Services and Spare Parts (LHSS) as its authorized distributor for Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Hankook Tire has appointed LH Services and Spare Parts (LHSS) as its authorized distributor for Nepal.</p> <p>LHSS was established by Laxmi Group in 2018 as per the company’s vision to be a “one stop solution for all of consumer’s mobility needs”.</p> <p>A press statement issued by LHSS states that the company houses globally leading brands of automotive components and accessories and is currently engaged in battery, lubricant and tire business. </p> <p>According to the statement, South Korean brand Hankook has a strong presence in PCR, LTR, SUV and TBR segments.</p> <p>“Hankook tires assures high fuel efficiency, low shock and noise, better traction and higher tire life,” the statement reads.</p> <p>LHSS said it is currently importing the Hankook tires from two of its factories based in Indonesia and Korea.</p> <p>Hankook has been in Nepal for the last few years, but decided to join hands with Laxmi Group as the brand seeks to promote its products more aggressively in the Nepalese market.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9139', 'image' => '20181030010427_Hankook Tire Launch 2.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ) ) $current_user = null $logged_in = false $article = array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9370', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Siddhartha Bank, Medicity Hospital sign Agreement', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital for providing discounts to its customers at the hospital.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital for providing discounts to its customers at the hospital.</p> <p>Issuing a press statement, the bank said that its debit/credit card holders, customers and employees can avail discounts at the hospital for various services.</p> <p>The hospital’s General Manager Bijay Rimal and the bank’s Deputy General Manager Suresh Raj Maharjan signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organisations amid a recent function.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9148', 'image' => '20181031122112_siddharthaa.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ) $width = null $height = null $ratio = (float) NAN $img_width = (int) 280 $img_height = (float) NAN $date = '2018-10-31 00:00:00' $dateFromDatabase = (int) 1540923300 $dateTwentyforHoursAgo = (int) 1750856224 $today = '2025-06-26 06:42:04pm' $today2 = (int) 1750942624 $newDate = 'Oct 31, 2018' $commentCount = (int) 0 $word_count = (int) 83 $time_to_read = (float) 0.42 $time_to_read_min = (float) 0 $time_to_read_second = (float) 25include - APP/View/Articles/index.ctp, line 36 View::_evaluate() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 971 View::_render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 933 View::render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 473 Controller::render() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 968 Dispatcher::_invoke() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 200 Dispatcher::dispatch() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 167 [main] - APP/webroot/index.php, line 117
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October 31: The Colt Foundation of Britain has awarded scholarship to Futi Sherpa of Fungling, Taplejung, to study four years BBA programme at the British College.…
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He is the founder of Drik Picture Library, Pathshala South Asian Media Institute, Chobi Mela International Festival of Photography and Majority World, all groundbreaking Bangladeshi institutions.</p> <p>The decision to confer this year’s Photo Kathmandu Award of Excellence to Dr Shahidul Alam was unanimously reached among the Photo Kathmandu 2018 Awards organising committee that included Bikas Rauniar (senior nepali photojournalist), Bikas Karki, (president of Photojournalist Club Nepal and photo editor of Annapurna Post) and Sagar Shrestha (president of National Forum of Photojournalists).</p> <p>Photo Kathmandu is an international photography festival organized by photo.circle. The festival presents exhibitions, workshops, and a diverse range of public programmes to Kathmandu audiences and international visitors once every two years.</p> <p>The festival is organized by photo.circle in collaboration with Sikhshya Foundation which is sponsored by various organizations including National Geography Television, Nepal Tourism Board among others.</p> <p>The event which was inaugurated on October 12 will conclude on November 16. Photos from various renowned photographers from Nepal and abroad are being exhibited in the photo festival.</p> <p>The organizers had also hosted an interaction program on October 25 where individuals had interacted with Prabal Gurung, iconic American-Nepalese fashion designer and founder of Sikhshya Nepal in Mangal Bazar.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9153', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9374', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'The Last Resort organizes retreat', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: The Last Resort Adventure Pvt Ltd situated in Bhote Koshi Rural Municipality organized a retreat for journalists from various media houses.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: The Last Resort Adventure Pvt Ltd situated in Bhote Koshi Rural Municipality organized a retreat for journalists from various media houses.</p> <p>The two-day retreat organized by the resort was attended by 14 media persons on October 29 and 30.</p> <p>The organizer conducted various adventurous activities on the occasion. The team visiting the Last Resort for retreat performed rock climbing, abseiling, bungee jumping and canyoning. Besides, facilities like transportation, food and accommodation were also arranged by the organizing committee.</p> <p>Bhuwan Sharma, general manager of the Last Resort, informed New Business Age that the retreat is a part of a package offered to corporate houses aimed at team building activities. The participating journalists informed that the retreat activities gave them a memorable experience and helped them extend their network amongst each other. </p> <p> The resort established in 1999 AD has been offering various adventure sports activities.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-11-02', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9152', 'image' => '20181031034659_20181030_121507.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9373', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Syangja to host Paragliding World Cup from Thursday', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Syangja is all set to host the world paragliding championship from November 1 to 4 in Swarek of Bhirkot Municipality.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Syangja is all set to host the world paragliding championship from November 1 to 4 in Swarek of Bhirkot Municipality.</p> <p>The world championship is being organised jointly by the 11 local units of Syangja in association with Nepal Paragliding and Handgliding Association, Nepal Air Sports Association and Babu Adventure Club, Syangja.</p> <p>The organisers said that the venue of the championship, which was initially proposed to be held in Pokhara, was shifted to Syangja after Pokhara Municipality failed to provide ground for the competition.</p> <p>The competition requires at least 100 square meters of space for landing, which the Pokhara Municipality could not provide.</p> <p>Ananta Kumar Shrestha, member of the organising committee, confirmed that preparations for the Paragliding Accuracy World Cup has been complete.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9151', 'image' => '20181031031043_paragliding.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9372', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Action against Industries in Hetauda Industrial Estate', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Hetauda Industrial District Management Office has started the process to take action against the industries which are operating without following the standards of Hetauda Industrial Estate.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Hetauda Industrial District Management Office has started the process to take action against the industries which are operating without following the standards of Hetauda Industrial Estate.</p> <p>The office, from Tuesday, initiated action against a total of 27 industries, which are operating without following the criteria set by the industrial estate. According to the office, it has already taken action against five industries.</p> <p>“The office is all set to scrap the agreement with the industries which are yet to operate the industry even after acquiring land,” said Nepal Bhusan Baidhya, chief of the Hetauda Industrial District Management Office.</p> <p>The office has asked the industries to operate as per the criteria set by the industrial estate within next three months. The office has also asked the industries which have already acquired land to build required infrastructures to operate the factory within the next six months. </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9150', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9371', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Siddhartha Bank supports Teach for Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement to support the initiative of Teach for Nepal to strengthen education at public schools across the country.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement to support the initiative of Teach for Nepal to strengthen education at public schools across the country. In this regard, the bank provided a checque of Rs 500,000 to Teach for Nepal under its corporate social responsibility in order to provide quality education in rural areas of Nepal.</p> <p>The bank said that its support will help Teach for Nepal in deploying volunteers in remote areas to teach for two years.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9149', 'image' => '20181031122707_tfn.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9370', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Siddhartha Bank, Medicity Hospital sign Agreement', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital for providing discounts to its customers at the hospital.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital for providing discounts to its customers at the hospital.</p> <p>Issuing a press statement, the bank said that its debit/credit card holders, customers and employees can avail discounts at the hospital for various services.</p> <p>The hospital’s General Manager Bijay Rimal and the bank’s Deputy General Manager Suresh Raj Maharjan signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organisations amid a recent function.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9148', 'image' => '20181031122112_siddharthaa.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9369', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'The Colt Foundation Awards Scholarship to Sherpa', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: The Colt Foundation of Britain has awarded scholarship to Futi Sherpa of Fungling, Taplejung, to study four years BBA programme at the British College. ', 'content' => '<p>October 31: The Colt Foundation of Britain has awarded scholarship to Futi Sherpa of Fungling, Taplejung, to study four years BBA programme at the British College. According to the college, the scholarship will cover tuition fees, exam fees, accommodation, personal maintenance allowance, travel costs and other programme related costs for four years.</p> <p>CEO of the British College, Rajen Kandel, said, " A small push can be a giant leap, we hope this scholarship will act as a stepping stone in achieving Sherpa’s goals and dreams. The college hopes to offer such positive reinforcements to upcoming students through grants offered by the Colt Foundation.”</p> <p>The Colt Foundation, established on August 28, 1978 by the O'Hea family, awards fellowships each year to qualified students enrolled at UK universities.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9147', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9368', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hero Awards Rs 100,000 to Tharu', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Ram Prasad Tharu has won Rs 100,000 under Hero’s festive offer. ', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Ram Prasad Tharu has won Rs 100,000 under Hero’s festive offer. Issuing a press statement, the company said that Tharu won the lucky draw during the “Dashain Tihar Banne Cha Heromanchak” offer announced by Nepal General Marketing Pvt Ltd, the authorised distributor of Hero two-wheelers in Nepal.</p> <p>Under the offer, customers of Hero were given Rs 6000 cash discount on purchase of motorbikes and Rs 8000 discount on purchase of scooters. In addition, they were given a chance to win Rs 1000 to 100,000 from scratch card.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9146', 'image' => '20181031121005_Mneomonic_Dashain HEROMANCHAK.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9367', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'NTB Promotes Nepal’s Adventure Tourism in Austria ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and Trekking Agency Association of Nepal (TAAN) organised tourism promotion programme in Austria to promote adventure tourism in Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and Trekking Agency Association of Nepal (TAAN) organised tourism promotion programme in Austria to promote adventure tourism in Nepal.</p> <p>NTB informed New Business Age that the Nepali delegation organised the event to inform about Nepal’s adventure tourism destination.</p> <p>NTB’s senior spokesperspon Sunil Sharma said that the two-day programme had informed about different tourism activities and adventures tourism destination in Nepal. Stating that European tourists record the highest number of participants in Nepal’s adventure tourism, Sharma shared that such programmes would help in contributing to the tourism activities in Nepal.</p> <p>Likewise, the programme also disseminated information about different adventures activities in Nepal such as mountaineering, trekking, cycling, paragliding, observation of wildlife, hunting etc.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9145', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9366', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Global IME Bank’s Complementary Cinema Tickets', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Global IME Bank has announced to offer a complementary cinema ticket for the users of its mobile banking application, Global Smart, on purchase of two tickets of Q’s Cinema.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Global IME Bank has announced to offer a complementary cinema ticket for the users of its mobile banking application, Global Smart, on purchase of two tickets of Q’s Cinema.</p> <p>Under this scheme, Global Smart users are eligible for the complementary tickets for making payment of two tickets of Q’s Cinema through QR Code.</p> <p>The bank has been providing its services through a network of 132 branches, 140 ATMs, six extension counters, 15 revenue collection counters, 104 branchless banking facilities and 3000 representatives across the country.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9144', 'image' => '20181030025448_global IME.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9365', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Prabhu Bank in Thankot', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Prabhu Bank has opened a new branch in Thankot of Chandragiri Municipality of Kathmandu district.', 'content' => '<p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">October 30: Prabhu Bank has opened a new branch in Thankot of Chandragiri Municipality of Kathmandu district.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Chairman of Bagmati Dealers Association, Achyut Bahadur Khadka inaugurated the branch amid an event on Monday, October 29.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">The bank in a statement said that the new branch was opened to facilitate the transaction of the Nepal Oil Corporation’s depot in Thankot. The bank also expressed its belief that the locals and entrepreneurs of the area will benefit from the services of the new branch.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Likewise, the branch will be providing all kinds of modern banking facilities, according to a statement issued by the bank.</span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9143', 'image' => '20181030024629_download.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9364', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Flower Expo in Pokhara from Friday', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Floriculture Association of Nepal (FAN) is all set to organise a flower expo in Godavari of Pokhara with the objective to promote flower business in Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Floriculture Association of Nepal (FAN) is all set to organise a flower expo in Godavari of Pokhara with the objective to promote flower business in Nepal. The association said that the four-day exhibition will start on November 2 and conclude on November 5. Altogether 450 kinds of flowers will be displayed during the expo, according to Daya Kumar Dwa, immediate past president of Kaski chapter of FAN. The exhibition will feature 30 stalls.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9142', 'image' => '20181030023646_Flowers.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9363', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Kali Gandaki Transmission Line Expected to be Ready this FY', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: The Kali Gandaki Transmission Mechanism, which was developed with the aim to connect the hydro-electricity generated from Kali Gandaki River basin to the national grid, is expected to be complete within this fiscal year.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: The Kali Gandaki Transmission Mechanism, which was developed with the aim to connect the hydro-electricity generated from Kali Gandaki River basin to the national grid, is expected to be complete within this fiscal year. Installation of both towers and sub-stations are being carried side by side for the 39 km transmission line from Kusma of Parbat to Dana of Myagdi district.</p> <p>According to Nepal Electricity Authority’s Director Kul Man Ghising, approximately 60 percent of the transmission mechanism has been completed. Ghising informed that the construction of the foundation of towers, installation of towers and all sub-stations are being carried out without any delay. He further added that the power evacuation will be initiated after finishing the construction work within this fiscal year.</p> <p>Under the distribution network, 110 towers and two substations each at Kusma of Parbat and Dana of Myagdi will be installed. Ghising said that they have given more emphasis to finish this project than other similar projects.</p> <p>The project is expected to complete in the stipulated time as there is not hassles in acquiring land and forests, said the project chief Chandan Kumar Ghosh.</p> <p>“The first phase of the work will be completed within this fiscal year,” said Ghos adding, “After that, extension of transmission line (87.8 km) from Kusma to Ramnagar of Nawalparasi will be initiated in the second phase of the project.” </p> <p>At present, 16 hydropower projects have taken permission from the Department of Electricity Development to supply power to the Kali Gandaki Corridor Project. The total capacity of the projects is 739.4 MW.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9141', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9362', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'QDF, Godiva Launch Interactive Display at Hamad Int’l Airport', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has partnered with premium Belgian chocolatier Godiva to launch its first in-store interactive wall display in travel retail designed to appeal to chocolate-loving passengers travelling through the Hamad International Airport (HIA).', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has partnered with premium Belgian chocolatier Godiva to launch its first in-store interactive wall display in travel retail designed to appeal to chocolate-loving passengers travelling through the Hamad International Airport (HIA).</p> <p>This next-generation innovative installation is equipped with a unique, built-in concierge application designed to offer customers their perfect choice of product, reads a statement issued by Qatar Airways.</p> <p>According to the statement, shoppers are asked to answer a series of questions through the application, allowing it to identify their perfect Godiva chocolate gift box to match their tastes.</p> <p>Godiva’s president for global sales, Matthew Hodges, said, “The idea of the interactive wallbay, which is a first for Godiva, was borne of the realisation that today’s consumers shop in a different way to their predecessors. They are looking for engagement with the brand, for an interaction which makes them feel valued and appreciated. This joint project with QDF will enhance the appeal of our gifting items and, through the clever use of technology, make it easy for millennials to purchase products based on their specific needs.”</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9140', 'image' => '20181030011644_aaaa.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9361', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hankook Tire Appoints LH Services and Spare Parts as Authorized Distributor for Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Hankook Tire has appointed LH Services and Spare Parts (LHSS) as its authorized distributor for Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Hankook Tire has appointed LH Services and Spare Parts (LHSS) as its authorized distributor for Nepal.</p> <p>LHSS was established by Laxmi Group in 2018 as per the company’s vision to be a “one stop solution for all of consumer’s mobility needs”.</p> <p>A press statement issued by LHSS states that the company houses globally leading brands of automotive components and accessories and is currently engaged in battery, lubricant and tire business. </p> <p>According to the statement, South Korean brand Hankook has a strong presence in PCR, LTR, SUV and TBR segments.</p> <p>“Hankook tires assures high fuel efficiency, low shock and noise, better traction and higher tire life,” the statement reads.</p> <p>LHSS said it is currently importing the Hankook tires from two of its factories based in Indonesia and Korea.</p> <p>Hankook has been in Nepal for the last few years, but decided to join hands with Laxmi Group as the brand seeks to promote its products more aggressively in the Nepalese market.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9139', 'image' => '20181030010427_Hankook Tire Launch 2.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ) ) $current_user = null $logged_in = false $article = array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9368', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hero Awards Rs 100,000 to Tharu', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Ram Prasad Tharu has won Rs 100,000 under Hero’s festive offer. 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He is the founder of Drik Picture Library, Pathshala South Asian Media Institute, Chobi Mela International Festival of Photography and Majority World, all groundbreaking Bangladeshi institutions.</p> <p>The decision to confer this year’s Photo Kathmandu Award of Excellence to Dr Shahidul Alam was unanimously reached among the Photo Kathmandu 2018 Awards organising committee that included Bikas Rauniar (senior nepali photojournalist), Bikas Karki, (president of Photojournalist Club Nepal and photo editor of Annapurna Post) and Sagar Shrestha (president of National Forum of Photojournalists).</p> <p>Photo Kathmandu is an international photography festival organized by photo.circle. The festival presents exhibitions, workshops, and a diverse range of public programmes to Kathmandu audiences and international visitors once every two years.</p> <p>The festival is organized by photo.circle in collaboration with Sikhshya Foundation which is sponsored by various organizations including National Geography Television, Nepal Tourism Board among others.</p> <p>The event which was inaugurated on October 12 will conclude on November 16. Photos from various renowned photographers from Nepal and abroad are being exhibited in the photo festival.</p> <p>The organizers had also hosted an interaction program on October 25 where individuals had interacted with Prabal Gurung, iconic American-Nepalese fashion designer and founder of Sikhshya Nepal in Mangal Bazar.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9153', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9374', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'The Last Resort organizes retreat', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: The Last Resort Adventure Pvt Ltd situated in Bhote Koshi Rural Municipality organized a retreat for journalists from various media houses.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: The Last Resort Adventure Pvt Ltd situated in Bhote Koshi Rural Municipality organized a retreat for journalists from various media houses.</p> <p>The two-day retreat organized by the resort was attended by 14 media persons on October 29 and 30.</p> <p>The organizer conducted various adventurous activities on the occasion. The team visiting the Last Resort for retreat performed rock climbing, abseiling, bungee jumping and canyoning. Besides, facilities like transportation, food and accommodation were also arranged by the organizing committee.</p> <p>Bhuwan Sharma, general manager of the Last Resort, informed New Business Age that the retreat is a part of a package offered to corporate houses aimed at team building activities. The participating journalists informed that the retreat activities gave them a memorable experience and helped them extend their network amongst each other. </p> <p> The resort established in 1999 AD has been offering various adventure sports activities.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-11-02', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9152', 'image' => '20181031034659_20181030_121507.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9373', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Syangja to host Paragliding World Cup from Thursday', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Syangja is all set to host the world paragliding championship from November 1 to 4 in Swarek of Bhirkot Municipality.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Syangja is all set to host the world paragliding championship from November 1 to 4 in Swarek of Bhirkot Municipality.</p> <p>The world championship is being organised jointly by the 11 local units of Syangja in association with Nepal Paragliding and Handgliding Association, Nepal Air Sports Association and Babu Adventure Club, Syangja.</p> <p>The organisers said that the venue of the championship, which was initially proposed to be held in Pokhara, was shifted to Syangja after Pokhara Municipality failed to provide ground for the competition.</p> <p>The competition requires at least 100 square meters of space for landing, which the Pokhara Municipality could not provide.</p> <p>Ananta Kumar Shrestha, member of the organising committee, confirmed that preparations for the Paragliding Accuracy World Cup has been complete.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9151', 'image' => '20181031031043_paragliding.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9372', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Action against Industries in Hetauda Industrial Estate', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Hetauda Industrial District Management Office has started the process to take action against the industries which are operating without following the standards of Hetauda Industrial Estate.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Hetauda Industrial District Management Office has started the process to take action against the industries which are operating without following the standards of Hetauda Industrial Estate.</p> <p>The office, from Tuesday, initiated action against a total of 27 industries, which are operating without following the criteria set by the industrial estate. According to the office, it has already taken action against five industries.</p> <p>“The office is all set to scrap the agreement with the industries which are yet to operate the industry even after acquiring land,” said Nepal Bhusan Baidhya, chief of the Hetauda Industrial District Management Office.</p> <p>The office has asked the industries to operate as per the criteria set by the industrial estate within next three months. The office has also asked the industries which have already acquired land to build required infrastructures to operate the factory within the next six months. </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9150', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9371', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Siddhartha Bank supports Teach for Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement to support the initiative of Teach for Nepal to strengthen education at public schools across the country.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement to support the initiative of Teach for Nepal to strengthen education at public schools across the country. In this regard, the bank provided a checque of Rs 500,000 to Teach for Nepal under its corporate social responsibility in order to provide quality education in rural areas of Nepal.</p> <p>The bank said that its support will help Teach for Nepal in deploying volunteers in remote areas to teach for two years.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9149', 'image' => '20181031122707_tfn.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9370', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Siddhartha Bank, Medicity Hospital sign Agreement', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital for providing discounts to its customers at the hospital.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital for providing discounts to its customers at the hospital.</p> <p>Issuing a press statement, the bank said that its debit/credit card holders, customers and employees can avail discounts at the hospital for various services.</p> <p>The hospital’s General Manager Bijay Rimal and the bank’s Deputy General Manager Suresh Raj Maharjan signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organisations amid a recent function.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9148', 'image' => '20181031122112_siddharthaa.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9369', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'The Colt Foundation Awards Scholarship to Sherpa', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: The Colt Foundation of Britain has awarded scholarship to Futi Sherpa of Fungling, Taplejung, to study four years BBA programme at the British College. ', 'content' => '<p>October 31: The Colt Foundation of Britain has awarded scholarship to Futi Sherpa of Fungling, Taplejung, to study four years BBA programme at the British College. According to the college, the scholarship will cover tuition fees, exam fees, accommodation, personal maintenance allowance, travel costs and other programme related costs for four years.</p> <p>CEO of the British College, Rajen Kandel, said, " A small push can be a giant leap, we hope this scholarship will act as a stepping stone in achieving Sherpa’s goals and dreams. The college hopes to offer such positive reinforcements to upcoming students through grants offered by the Colt Foundation.”</p> <p>The Colt Foundation, established on August 28, 1978 by the O'Hea family, awards fellowships each year to qualified students enrolled at UK universities.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9147', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9368', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hero Awards Rs 100,000 to Tharu', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Ram Prasad Tharu has won Rs 100,000 under Hero’s festive offer. ', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Ram Prasad Tharu has won Rs 100,000 under Hero’s festive offer. Issuing a press statement, the company said that Tharu won the lucky draw during the “Dashain Tihar Banne Cha Heromanchak” offer announced by Nepal General Marketing Pvt Ltd, the authorised distributor of Hero two-wheelers in Nepal.</p> <p>Under the offer, customers of Hero were given Rs 6000 cash discount on purchase of motorbikes and Rs 8000 discount on purchase of scooters. In addition, they were given a chance to win Rs 1000 to 100,000 from scratch card.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9146', 'image' => '20181031121005_Mneomonic_Dashain HEROMANCHAK.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9367', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'NTB Promotes Nepal’s Adventure Tourism in Austria ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and Trekking Agency Association of Nepal (TAAN) organised tourism promotion programme in Austria to promote adventure tourism in Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and Trekking Agency Association of Nepal (TAAN) organised tourism promotion programme in Austria to promote adventure tourism in Nepal.</p> <p>NTB informed New Business Age that the Nepali delegation organised the event to inform about Nepal’s adventure tourism destination.</p> <p>NTB’s senior spokesperspon Sunil Sharma said that the two-day programme had informed about different tourism activities and adventures tourism destination in Nepal. Stating that European tourists record the highest number of participants in Nepal’s adventure tourism, Sharma shared that such programmes would help in contributing to the tourism activities in Nepal.</p> <p>Likewise, the programme also disseminated information about different adventures activities in Nepal such as mountaineering, trekking, cycling, paragliding, observation of wildlife, hunting etc.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9145', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9366', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Global IME Bank’s Complementary Cinema Tickets', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Global IME Bank has announced to offer a complementary cinema ticket for the users of its mobile banking application, Global Smart, on purchase of two tickets of Q’s Cinema.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Global IME Bank has announced to offer a complementary cinema ticket for the users of its mobile banking application, Global Smart, on purchase of two tickets of Q’s Cinema.</p> <p>Under this scheme, Global Smart users are eligible for the complementary tickets for making payment of two tickets of Q’s Cinema through QR Code.</p> <p>The bank has been providing its services through a network of 132 branches, 140 ATMs, six extension counters, 15 revenue collection counters, 104 branchless banking facilities and 3000 representatives across the country.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9144', 'image' => '20181030025448_global IME.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9365', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Prabhu Bank in Thankot', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Prabhu Bank has opened a new branch in Thankot of Chandragiri Municipality of Kathmandu district.', 'content' => '<p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">October 30: Prabhu Bank has opened a new branch in Thankot of Chandragiri Municipality of Kathmandu district.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Chairman of Bagmati Dealers Association, Achyut Bahadur Khadka inaugurated the branch amid an event on Monday, October 29.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">The bank in a statement said that the new branch was opened to facilitate the transaction of the Nepal Oil Corporation’s depot in Thankot. The bank also expressed its belief that the locals and entrepreneurs of the area will benefit from the services of the new branch.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Likewise, the branch will be providing all kinds of modern banking facilities, according to a statement issued by the bank.</span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9143', 'image' => '20181030024629_download.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9364', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Flower Expo in Pokhara from Friday', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Floriculture Association of Nepal (FAN) is all set to organise a flower expo in Godavari of Pokhara with the objective to promote flower business in Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Floriculture Association of Nepal (FAN) is all set to organise a flower expo in Godavari of Pokhara with the objective to promote flower business in Nepal. The association said that the four-day exhibition will start on November 2 and conclude on November 5. Altogether 450 kinds of flowers will be displayed during the expo, according to Daya Kumar Dwa, immediate past president of Kaski chapter of FAN. The exhibition will feature 30 stalls.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9142', 'image' => '20181030023646_Flowers.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9363', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Kali Gandaki Transmission Line Expected to be Ready this FY', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: The Kali Gandaki Transmission Mechanism, which was developed with the aim to connect the hydro-electricity generated from Kali Gandaki River basin to the national grid, is expected to be complete within this fiscal year.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: The Kali Gandaki Transmission Mechanism, which was developed with the aim to connect the hydro-electricity generated from Kali Gandaki River basin to the national grid, is expected to be complete within this fiscal year. Installation of both towers and sub-stations are being carried side by side for the 39 km transmission line from Kusma of Parbat to Dana of Myagdi district.</p> <p>According to Nepal Electricity Authority’s Director Kul Man Ghising, approximately 60 percent of the transmission mechanism has been completed. Ghising informed that the construction of the foundation of towers, installation of towers and all sub-stations are being carried out without any delay. He further added that the power evacuation will be initiated after finishing the construction work within this fiscal year.</p> <p>Under the distribution network, 110 towers and two substations each at Kusma of Parbat and Dana of Myagdi will be installed. Ghising said that they have given more emphasis to finish this project than other similar projects.</p> <p>The project is expected to complete in the stipulated time as there is not hassles in acquiring land and forests, said the project chief Chandan Kumar Ghosh.</p> <p>“The first phase of the work will be completed within this fiscal year,” said Ghos adding, “After that, extension of transmission line (87.8 km) from Kusma to Ramnagar of Nawalparasi will be initiated in the second phase of the project.” </p> <p>At present, 16 hydropower projects have taken permission from the Department of Electricity Development to supply power to the Kali Gandaki Corridor Project. The total capacity of the projects is 739.4 MW.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9141', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9362', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'QDF, Godiva Launch Interactive Display at Hamad Int’l Airport', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has partnered with premium Belgian chocolatier Godiva to launch its first in-store interactive wall display in travel retail designed to appeal to chocolate-loving passengers travelling through the Hamad International Airport (HIA).', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has partnered with premium Belgian chocolatier Godiva to launch its first in-store interactive wall display in travel retail designed to appeal to chocolate-loving passengers travelling through the Hamad International Airport (HIA).</p> <p>This next-generation innovative installation is equipped with a unique, built-in concierge application designed to offer customers their perfect choice of product, reads a statement issued by Qatar Airways.</p> <p>According to the statement, shoppers are asked to answer a series of questions through the application, allowing it to identify their perfect Godiva chocolate gift box to match their tastes.</p> <p>Godiva’s president for global sales, Matthew Hodges, said, “The idea of the interactive wallbay, which is a first for Godiva, was borne of the realisation that today’s consumers shop in a different way to their predecessors. They are looking for engagement with the brand, for an interaction which makes them feel valued and appreciated. This joint project with QDF will enhance the appeal of our gifting items and, through the clever use of technology, make it easy for millennials to purchase products based on their specific needs.”</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9140', 'image' => '20181030011644_aaaa.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9361', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hankook Tire Appoints LH Services and Spare Parts as Authorized Distributor for Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Hankook Tire has appointed LH Services and Spare Parts (LHSS) as its authorized distributor for Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Hankook Tire has appointed LH Services and Spare Parts (LHSS) as its authorized distributor for Nepal.</p> <p>LHSS was established by Laxmi Group in 2018 as per the company’s vision to be a “one stop solution for all of consumer’s mobility needs”.</p> <p>A press statement issued by LHSS states that the company houses globally leading brands of automotive components and accessories and is currently engaged in battery, lubricant and tire business. </p> <p>According to the statement, South Korean brand Hankook has a strong presence in PCR, LTR, SUV and TBR segments.</p> <p>“Hankook tires assures high fuel efficiency, low shock and noise, better traction and higher tire life,” the statement reads.</p> <p>LHSS said it is currently importing the Hankook tires from two of its factories based in Indonesia and Korea.</p> <p>Hankook has been in Nepal for the last few years, but decided to join hands with Laxmi Group as the brand seeks to promote its products more aggressively in the Nepalese market.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9139', 'image' => '20181030010427_Hankook Tire Launch 2.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ) ) $current_user = null $logged_in = false $article = array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9368', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hero Awards Rs 100,000 to Tharu', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Ram Prasad Tharu has won Rs 100,000 under Hero’s festive offer. 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He is the founder of Drik Picture Library, Pathshala South Asian Media Institute, Chobi Mela International Festival of Photography and Majority World, all groundbreaking Bangladeshi institutions.</p> <p>The decision to confer this year’s Photo Kathmandu Award of Excellence to Dr Shahidul Alam was unanimously reached among the Photo Kathmandu 2018 Awards organising committee that included Bikas Rauniar (senior nepali photojournalist), Bikas Karki, (president of Photojournalist Club Nepal and photo editor of Annapurna Post) and Sagar Shrestha (president of National Forum of Photojournalists).</p> <p>Photo Kathmandu is an international photography festival organized by photo.circle. The festival presents exhibitions, workshops, and a diverse range of public programmes to Kathmandu audiences and international visitors once every two years.</p> <p>The festival is organized by photo.circle in collaboration with Sikhshya Foundation which is sponsored by various organizations including National Geography Television, Nepal Tourism Board among others.</p> <p>The event which was inaugurated on October 12 will conclude on November 16. Photos from various renowned photographers from Nepal and abroad are being exhibited in the photo festival.</p> <p>The organizers had also hosted an interaction program on October 25 where individuals had interacted with Prabal Gurung, iconic American-Nepalese fashion designer and founder of Sikhshya Nepal in Mangal Bazar.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9153', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9374', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'The Last Resort organizes retreat', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: The Last Resort Adventure Pvt Ltd situated in Bhote Koshi Rural Municipality organized a retreat for journalists from various media houses.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: The Last Resort Adventure Pvt Ltd situated in Bhote Koshi Rural Municipality organized a retreat for journalists from various media houses.</p> <p>The two-day retreat organized by the resort was attended by 14 media persons on October 29 and 30.</p> <p>The organizer conducted various adventurous activities on the occasion. The team visiting the Last Resort for retreat performed rock climbing, abseiling, bungee jumping and canyoning. Besides, facilities like transportation, food and accommodation were also arranged by the organizing committee.</p> <p>Bhuwan Sharma, general manager of the Last Resort, informed New Business Age that the retreat is a part of a package offered to corporate houses aimed at team building activities. The participating journalists informed that the retreat activities gave them a memorable experience and helped them extend their network amongst each other. </p> <p> The resort established in 1999 AD has been offering various adventure sports activities.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-11-02', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9152', 'image' => '20181031034659_20181030_121507.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9373', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Syangja to host Paragliding World Cup from Thursday', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Syangja is all set to host the world paragliding championship from November 1 to 4 in Swarek of Bhirkot Municipality.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Syangja is all set to host the world paragliding championship from November 1 to 4 in Swarek of Bhirkot Municipality.</p> <p>The world championship is being organised jointly by the 11 local units of Syangja in association with Nepal Paragliding and Handgliding Association, Nepal Air Sports Association and Babu Adventure Club, Syangja.</p> <p>The organisers said that the venue of the championship, which was initially proposed to be held in Pokhara, was shifted to Syangja after Pokhara Municipality failed to provide ground for the competition.</p> <p>The competition requires at least 100 square meters of space for landing, which the Pokhara Municipality could not provide.</p> <p>Ananta Kumar Shrestha, member of the organising committee, confirmed that preparations for the Paragliding Accuracy World Cup has been complete.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9151', 'image' => '20181031031043_paragliding.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9372', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Action against Industries in Hetauda Industrial Estate', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Hetauda Industrial District Management Office has started the process to take action against the industries which are operating without following the standards of Hetauda Industrial Estate.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Hetauda Industrial District Management Office has started the process to take action against the industries which are operating without following the standards of Hetauda Industrial Estate.</p> <p>The office, from Tuesday, initiated action against a total of 27 industries, which are operating without following the criteria set by the industrial estate. According to the office, it has already taken action against five industries.</p> <p>“The office is all set to scrap the agreement with the industries which are yet to operate the industry even after acquiring land,” said Nepal Bhusan Baidhya, chief of the Hetauda Industrial District Management Office.</p> <p>The office has asked the industries to operate as per the criteria set by the industrial estate within next three months. The office has also asked the industries which have already acquired land to build required infrastructures to operate the factory within the next six months. </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9150', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9371', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Siddhartha Bank supports Teach for Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement to support the initiative of Teach for Nepal to strengthen education at public schools across the country.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement to support the initiative of Teach for Nepal to strengthen education at public schools across the country. In this regard, the bank provided a checque of Rs 500,000 to Teach for Nepal under its corporate social responsibility in order to provide quality education in rural areas of Nepal.</p> <p>The bank said that its support will help Teach for Nepal in deploying volunteers in remote areas to teach for two years.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9149', 'image' => '20181031122707_tfn.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9370', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Siddhartha Bank, Medicity Hospital sign Agreement', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital for providing discounts to its customers at the hospital.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital for providing discounts to its customers at the hospital.</p> <p>Issuing a press statement, the bank said that its debit/credit card holders, customers and employees can avail discounts at the hospital for various services.</p> <p>The hospital’s General Manager Bijay Rimal and the bank’s Deputy General Manager Suresh Raj Maharjan signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organisations amid a recent function.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9148', 'image' => '20181031122112_siddharthaa.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9369', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'The Colt Foundation Awards Scholarship to Sherpa', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: The Colt Foundation of Britain has awarded scholarship to Futi Sherpa of Fungling, Taplejung, to study four years BBA programme at the British College. ', 'content' => '<p>October 31: The Colt Foundation of Britain has awarded scholarship to Futi Sherpa of Fungling, Taplejung, to study four years BBA programme at the British College. According to the college, the scholarship will cover tuition fees, exam fees, accommodation, personal maintenance allowance, travel costs and other programme related costs for four years.</p> <p>CEO of the British College, Rajen Kandel, said, " A small push can be a giant leap, we hope this scholarship will act as a stepping stone in achieving Sherpa’s goals and dreams. The college hopes to offer such positive reinforcements to upcoming students through grants offered by the Colt Foundation.”</p> <p>The Colt Foundation, established on August 28, 1978 by the O'Hea family, awards fellowships each year to qualified students enrolled at UK universities.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9147', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9368', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hero Awards Rs 100,000 to Tharu', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Ram Prasad Tharu has won Rs 100,000 under Hero’s festive offer. ', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Ram Prasad Tharu has won Rs 100,000 under Hero’s festive offer. Issuing a press statement, the company said that Tharu won the lucky draw during the “Dashain Tihar Banne Cha Heromanchak” offer announced by Nepal General Marketing Pvt Ltd, the authorised distributor of Hero two-wheelers in Nepal.</p> <p>Under the offer, customers of Hero were given Rs 6000 cash discount on purchase of motorbikes and Rs 8000 discount on purchase of scooters. In addition, they were given a chance to win Rs 1000 to 100,000 from scratch card.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9146', 'image' => '20181031121005_Mneomonic_Dashain HEROMANCHAK.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9367', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'NTB Promotes Nepal’s Adventure Tourism in Austria ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and Trekking Agency Association of Nepal (TAAN) organised tourism promotion programme in Austria to promote adventure tourism in Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and Trekking Agency Association of Nepal (TAAN) organised tourism promotion programme in Austria to promote adventure tourism in Nepal.</p> <p>NTB informed New Business Age that the Nepali delegation organised the event to inform about Nepal’s adventure tourism destination.</p> <p>NTB’s senior spokesperspon Sunil Sharma said that the two-day programme had informed about different tourism activities and adventures tourism destination in Nepal. Stating that European tourists record the highest number of participants in Nepal’s adventure tourism, Sharma shared that such programmes would help in contributing to the tourism activities in Nepal.</p> <p>Likewise, the programme also disseminated information about different adventures activities in Nepal such as mountaineering, trekking, cycling, paragliding, observation of wildlife, hunting etc.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9145', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9366', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Global IME Bank’s Complementary Cinema Tickets', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Global IME Bank has announced to offer a complementary cinema ticket for the users of its mobile banking application, Global Smart, on purchase of two tickets of Q’s Cinema.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Global IME Bank has announced to offer a complementary cinema ticket for the users of its mobile banking application, Global Smart, on purchase of two tickets of Q’s Cinema.</p> <p>Under this scheme, Global Smart users are eligible for the complementary tickets for making payment of two tickets of Q’s Cinema through QR Code.</p> <p>The bank has been providing its services through a network of 132 branches, 140 ATMs, six extension counters, 15 revenue collection counters, 104 branchless banking facilities and 3000 representatives across the country.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9144', 'image' => '20181030025448_global IME.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9365', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Prabhu Bank in Thankot', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Prabhu Bank has opened a new branch in Thankot of Chandragiri Municipality of Kathmandu district.', 'content' => '<p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">October 30: Prabhu Bank has opened a new branch in Thankot of Chandragiri Municipality of Kathmandu district.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Chairman of Bagmati Dealers Association, Achyut Bahadur Khadka inaugurated the branch amid an event on Monday, October 29.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">The bank in a statement said that the new branch was opened to facilitate the transaction of the Nepal Oil Corporation’s depot in Thankot. The bank also expressed its belief that the locals and entrepreneurs of the area will benefit from the services of the new branch.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Likewise, the branch will be providing all kinds of modern banking facilities, according to a statement issued by the bank.</span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9143', 'image' => '20181030024629_download.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9364', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Flower Expo in Pokhara from Friday', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Floriculture Association of Nepal (FAN) is all set to organise a flower expo in Godavari of Pokhara with the objective to promote flower business in Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Floriculture Association of Nepal (FAN) is all set to organise a flower expo in Godavari of Pokhara with the objective to promote flower business in Nepal. The association said that the four-day exhibition will start on November 2 and conclude on November 5. Altogether 450 kinds of flowers will be displayed during the expo, according to Daya Kumar Dwa, immediate past president of Kaski chapter of FAN. The exhibition will feature 30 stalls.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9142', 'image' => '20181030023646_Flowers.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9363', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Kali Gandaki Transmission Line Expected to be Ready this FY', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: The Kali Gandaki Transmission Mechanism, which was developed with the aim to connect the hydro-electricity generated from Kali Gandaki River basin to the national grid, is expected to be complete within this fiscal year.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: The Kali Gandaki Transmission Mechanism, which was developed with the aim to connect the hydro-electricity generated from Kali Gandaki River basin to the national grid, is expected to be complete within this fiscal year. Installation of both towers and sub-stations are being carried side by side for the 39 km transmission line from Kusma of Parbat to Dana of Myagdi district.</p> <p>According to Nepal Electricity Authority’s Director Kul Man Ghising, approximately 60 percent of the transmission mechanism has been completed. Ghising informed that the construction of the foundation of towers, installation of towers and all sub-stations are being carried out without any delay. He further added that the power evacuation will be initiated after finishing the construction work within this fiscal year.</p> <p>Under the distribution network, 110 towers and two substations each at Kusma of Parbat and Dana of Myagdi will be installed. Ghising said that they have given more emphasis to finish this project than other similar projects.</p> <p>The project is expected to complete in the stipulated time as there is not hassles in acquiring land and forests, said the project chief Chandan Kumar Ghosh.</p> <p>“The first phase of the work will be completed within this fiscal year,” said Ghos adding, “After that, extension of transmission line (87.8 km) from Kusma to Ramnagar of Nawalparasi will be initiated in the second phase of the project.” </p> <p>At present, 16 hydropower projects have taken permission from the Department of Electricity Development to supply power to the Kali Gandaki Corridor Project. The total capacity of the projects is 739.4 MW.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9141', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9362', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'QDF, Godiva Launch Interactive Display at Hamad Int’l Airport', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has partnered with premium Belgian chocolatier Godiva to launch its first in-store interactive wall display in travel retail designed to appeal to chocolate-loving passengers travelling through the Hamad International Airport (HIA).', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has partnered with premium Belgian chocolatier Godiva to launch its first in-store interactive wall display in travel retail designed to appeal to chocolate-loving passengers travelling through the Hamad International Airport (HIA).</p> <p>This next-generation innovative installation is equipped with a unique, built-in concierge application designed to offer customers their perfect choice of product, reads a statement issued by Qatar Airways.</p> <p>According to the statement, shoppers are asked to answer a series of questions through the application, allowing it to identify their perfect Godiva chocolate gift box to match their tastes.</p> <p>Godiva’s president for global sales, Matthew Hodges, said, “The idea of the interactive wallbay, which is a first for Godiva, was borne of the realisation that today’s consumers shop in a different way to their predecessors. They are looking for engagement with the brand, for an interaction which makes them feel valued and appreciated. This joint project with QDF will enhance the appeal of our gifting items and, through the clever use of technology, make it easy for millennials to purchase products based on their specific needs.”</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9140', 'image' => '20181030011644_aaaa.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9361', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hankook Tire Appoints LH Services and Spare Parts as Authorized Distributor for Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Hankook Tire has appointed LH Services and Spare Parts (LHSS) as its authorized distributor for Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Hankook Tire has appointed LH Services and Spare Parts (LHSS) as its authorized distributor for Nepal.</p> <p>LHSS was established by Laxmi Group in 2018 as per the company’s vision to be a “one stop solution for all of consumer’s mobility needs”.</p> <p>A press statement issued by LHSS states that the company houses globally leading brands of automotive components and accessories and is currently engaged in battery, lubricant and tire business. </p> <p>According to the statement, South Korean brand Hankook has a strong presence in PCR, LTR, SUV and TBR segments.</p> <p>“Hankook tires assures high fuel efficiency, low shock and noise, better traction and higher tire life,” the statement reads.</p> <p>LHSS said it is currently importing the Hankook tires from two of its factories based in Indonesia and Korea.</p> <p>Hankook has been in Nepal for the last few years, but decided to join hands with Laxmi Group as the brand seeks to promote its products more aggressively in the Nepalese market.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9139', 'image' => '20181030010427_Hankook Tire Launch 2.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ) ) $current_user = null $logged_in = false $article = array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9366', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Global IME Bank’s Complementary Cinema Tickets', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Global IME Bank has announced to offer a complementary cinema ticket for the users of its mobile banking application, Global Smart, on purchase of two tickets of Q’s Cinema.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Global IME Bank has announced to offer a complementary cinema ticket for the users of its mobile banking application, Global Smart, on purchase of two tickets of Q’s Cinema.</p> <p>Under this scheme, Global Smart users are eligible for the complementary tickets for making payment of two tickets of Q’s Cinema through QR Code.</p> <p>The bank has been providing its services through a network of 132 branches, 140 ATMs, six extension counters, 15 revenue collection counters, 104 branchless banking facilities and 3000 representatives across the country.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9144', 'image' => '20181030025448_global IME.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ) $width = null $height = null $ratio = (float) NAN $img_width = (int) 280 $img_height = (float) NAN $date = '2018-10-30 00:00:00' $dateFromDatabase = (int) 1540836900 $dateTwentyforHoursAgo = (int) 1750856224 $today = '2025-06-26 06:42:04pm' $today2 = (int) 1750942624 $newDate = 'Oct 30, 2018' $commentCount = (int) 0 $word_count = (int) 131 $time_to_read = (float) 0.66 $time_to_read_min = (float) 0 $time_to_read_second = (float) 40getimagesize - [internal], line ?? include - APP/View/Articles/index.ctp, line 35 View::_evaluate() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 971 View::_render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 933 View::render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 473 Controller::render() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 968 Dispatcher::_invoke() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 200 Dispatcher::dispatch() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 167 [main] - APP/webroot/index.php, line 117
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He is the founder of Drik Picture Library, Pathshala South Asian Media Institute, Chobi Mela International Festival of Photography and Majority World, all groundbreaking Bangladeshi institutions.</p> <p>The decision to confer this year’s Photo Kathmandu Award of Excellence to Dr Shahidul Alam was unanimously reached among the Photo Kathmandu 2018 Awards organising committee that included Bikas Rauniar (senior nepali photojournalist), Bikas Karki, (president of Photojournalist Club Nepal and photo editor of Annapurna Post) and Sagar Shrestha (president of National Forum of Photojournalists).</p> <p>Photo Kathmandu is an international photography festival organized by photo.circle. The festival presents exhibitions, workshops, and a diverse range of public programmes to Kathmandu audiences and international visitors once every two years.</p> <p>The festival is organized by photo.circle in collaboration with Sikhshya Foundation which is sponsored by various organizations including National Geography Television, Nepal Tourism Board among others.</p> <p>The event which was inaugurated on October 12 will conclude on November 16. Photos from various renowned photographers from Nepal and abroad are being exhibited in the photo festival.</p> <p>The organizers had also hosted an interaction program on October 25 where individuals had interacted with Prabal Gurung, iconic American-Nepalese fashion designer and founder of Sikhshya Nepal in Mangal Bazar.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9153', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9374', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'The Last Resort organizes retreat', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: The Last Resort Adventure Pvt Ltd situated in Bhote Koshi Rural Municipality organized a retreat for journalists from various media houses.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: The Last Resort Adventure Pvt Ltd situated in Bhote Koshi Rural Municipality organized a retreat for journalists from various media houses.</p> <p>The two-day retreat organized by the resort was attended by 14 media persons on October 29 and 30.</p> <p>The organizer conducted various adventurous activities on the occasion. The team visiting the Last Resort for retreat performed rock climbing, abseiling, bungee jumping and canyoning. Besides, facilities like transportation, food and accommodation were also arranged by the organizing committee.</p> <p>Bhuwan Sharma, general manager of the Last Resort, informed New Business Age that the retreat is a part of a package offered to corporate houses aimed at team building activities. The participating journalists informed that the retreat activities gave them a memorable experience and helped them extend their network amongst each other. </p> <p> The resort established in 1999 AD has been offering various adventure sports activities.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-11-02', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9152', 'image' => '20181031034659_20181030_121507.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9373', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Syangja to host Paragliding World Cup from Thursday', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Syangja is all set to host the world paragliding championship from November 1 to 4 in Swarek of Bhirkot Municipality.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Syangja is all set to host the world paragliding championship from November 1 to 4 in Swarek of Bhirkot Municipality.</p> <p>The world championship is being organised jointly by the 11 local units of Syangja in association with Nepal Paragliding and Handgliding Association, Nepal Air Sports Association and Babu Adventure Club, Syangja.</p> <p>The organisers said that the venue of the championship, which was initially proposed to be held in Pokhara, was shifted to Syangja after Pokhara Municipality failed to provide ground for the competition.</p> <p>The competition requires at least 100 square meters of space for landing, which the Pokhara Municipality could not provide.</p> <p>Ananta Kumar Shrestha, member of the organising committee, confirmed that preparations for the Paragliding Accuracy World Cup has been complete.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9151', 'image' => '20181031031043_paragliding.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9372', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Action against Industries in Hetauda Industrial Estate', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Hetauda Industrial District Management Office has started the process to take action against the industries which are operating without following the standards of Hetauda Industrial Estate.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Hetauda Industrial District Management Office has started the process to take action against the industries which are operating without following the standards of Hetauda Industrial Estate.</p> <p>The office, from Tuesday, initiated action against a total of 27 industries, which are operating without following the criteria set by the industrial estate. According to the office, it has already taken action against five industries.</p> <p>“The office is all set to scrap the agreement with the industries which are yet to operate the industry even after acquiring land,” said Nepal Bhusan Baidhya, chief of the Hetauda Industrial District Management Office.</p> <p>The office has asked the industries to operate as per the criteria set by the industrial estate within next three months. The office has also asked the industries which have already acquired land to build required infrastructures to operate the factory within the next six months. </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9150', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9371', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Siddhartha Bank supports Teach for Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement to support the initiative of Teach for Nepal to strengthen education at public schools across the country.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement to support the initiative of Teach for Nepal to strengthen education at public schools across the country. In this regard, the bank provided a checque of Rs 500,000 to Teach for Nepal under its corporate social responsibility in order to provide quality education in rural areas of Nepal.</p> <p>The bank said that its support will help Teach for Nepal in deploying volunteers in remote areas to teach for two years.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9149', 'image' => '20181031122707_tfn.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9370', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Siddhartha Bank, Medicity Hospital sign Agreement', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital for providing discounts to its customers at the hospital.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital for providing discounts to its customers at the hospital.</p> <p>Issuing a press statement, the bank said that its debit/credit card holders, customers and employees can avail discounts at the hospital for various services.</p> <p>The hospital’s General Manager Bijay Rimal and the bank’s Deputy General Manager Suresh Raj Maharjan signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organisations amid a recent function.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9148', 'image' => '20181031122112_siddharthaa.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9369', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'The Colt Foundation Awards Scholarship to Sherpa', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: The Colt Foundation of Britain has awarded scholarship to Futi Sherpa of Fungling, Taplejung, to study four years BBA programme at the British College. ', 'content' => '<p>October 31: The Colt Foundation of Britain has awarded scholarship to Futi Sherpa of Fungling, Taplejung, to study four years BBA programme at the British College. According to the college, the scholarship will cover tuition fees, exam fees, accommodation, personal maintenance allowance, travel costs and other programme related costs for four years.</p> <p>CEO of the British College, Rajen Kandel, said, " A small push can be a giant leap, we hope this scholarship will act as a stepping stone in achieving Sherpa’s goals and dreams. The college hopes to offer such positive reinforcements to upcoming students through grants offered by the Colt Foundation.”</p> <p>The Colt Foundation, established on August 28, 1978 by the O'Hea family, awards fellowships each year to qualified students enrolled at UK universities.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9147', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9368', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hero Awards Rs 100,000 to Tharu', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Ram Prasad Tharu has won Rs 100,000 under Hero’s festive offer. ', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Ram Prasad Tharu has won Rs 100,000 under Hero’s festive offer. Issuing a press statement, the company said that Tharu won the lucky draw during the “Dashain Tihar Banne Cha Heromanchak” offer announced by Nepal General Marketing Pvt Ltd, the authorised distributor of Hero two-wheelers in Nepal.</p> <p>Under the offer, customers of Hero were given Rs 6000 cash discount on purchase of motorbikes and Rs 8000 discount on purchase of scooters. In addition, they were given a chance to win Rs 1000 to 100,000 from scratch card.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9146', 'image' => '20181031121005_Mneomonic_Dashain HEROMANCHAK.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9367', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'NTB Promotes Nepal’s Adventure Tourism in Austria ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and Trekking Agency Association of Nepal (TAAN) organised tourism promotion programme in Austria to promote adventure tourism in Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and Trekking Agency Association of Nepal (TAAN) organised tourism promotion programme in Austria to promote adventure tourism in Nepal.</p> <p>NTB informed New Business Age that the Nepali delegation organised the event to inform about Nepal’s adventure tourism destination.</p> <p>NTB’s senior spokesperspon Sunil Sharma said that the two-day programme had informed about different tourism activities and adventures tourism destination in Nepal. Stating that European tourists record the highest number of participants in Nepal’s adventure tourism, Sharma shared that such programmes would help in contributing to the tourism activities in Nepal.</p> <p>Likewise, the programme also disseminated information about different adventures activities in Nepal such as mountaineering, trekking, cycling, paragliding, observation of wildlife, hunting etc.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9145', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9366', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Global IME Bank’s Complementary Cinema Tickets', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Global IME Bank has announced to offer a complementary cinema ticket for the users of its mobile banking application, Global Smart, on purchase of two tickets of Q’s Cinema.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Global IME Bank has announced to offer a complementary cinema ticket for the users of its mobile banking application, Global Smart, on purchase of two tickets of Q’s Cinema.</p> <p>Under this scheme, Global Smart users are eligible for the complementary tickets for making payment of two tickets of Q’s Cinema through QR Code.</p> <p>The bank has been providing its services through a network of 132 branches, 140 ATMs, six extension counters, 15 revenue collection counters, 104 branchless banking facilities and 3000 representatives across the country.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9144', 'image' => '20181030025448_global IME.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9365', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Prabhu Bank in Thankot', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Prabhu Bank has opened a new branch in Thankot of Chandragiri Municipality of Kathmandu district.', 'content' => '<p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">October 30: Prabhu Bank has opened a new branch in Thankot of Chandragiri Municipality of Kathmandu district.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Chairman of Bagmati Dealers Association, Achyut Bahadur Khadka inaugurated the branch amid an event on Monday, October 29.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">The bank in a statement said that the new branch was opened to facilitate the transaction of the Nepal Oil Corporation’s depot in Thankot. The bank also expressed its belief that the locals and entrepreneurs of the area will benefit from the services of the new branch.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Likewise, the branch will be providing all kinds of modern banking facilities, according to a statement issued by the bank.</span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9143', 'image' => '20181030024629_download.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9364', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Flower Expo in Pokhara from Friday', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Floriculture Association of Nepal (FAN) is all set to organise a flower expo in Godavari of Pokhara with the objective to promote flower business in Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Floriculture Association of Nepal (FAN) is all set to organise a flower expo in Godavari of Pokhara with the objective to promote flower business in Nepal. The association said that the four-day exhibition will start on November 2 and conclude on November 5. Altogether 450 kinds of flowers will be displayed during the expo, according to Daya Kumar Dwa, immediate past president of Kaski chapter of FAN. The exhibition will feature 30 stalls.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9142', 'image' => '20181030023646_Flowers.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9363', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Kali Gandaki Transmission Line Expected to be Ready this FY', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: The Kali Gandaki Transmission Mechanism, which was developed with the aim to connect the hydro-electricity generated from Kali Gandaki River basin to the national grid, is expected to be complete within this fiscal year.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: The Kali Gandaki Transmission Mechanism, which was developed with the aim to connect the hydro-electricity generated from Kali Gandaki River basin to the national grid, is expected to be complete within this fiscal year. Installation of both towers and sub-stations are being carried side by side for the 39 km transmission line from Kusma of Parbat to Dana of Myagdi district.</p> <p>According to Nepal Electricity Authority’s Director Kul Man Ghising, approximately 60 percent of the transmission mechanism has been completed. Ghising informed that the construction of the foundation of towers, installation of towers and all sub-stations are being carried out without any delay. He further added that the power evacuation will be initiated after finishing the construction work within this fiscal year.</p> <p>Under the distribution network, 110 towers and two substations each at Kusma of Parbat and Dana of Myagdi will be installed. Ghising said that they have given more emphasis to finish this project than other similar projects.</p> <p>The project is expected to complete in the stipulated time as there is not hassles in acquiring land and forests, said the project chief Chandan Kumar Ghosh.</p> <p>“The first phase of the work will be completed within this fiscal year,” said Ghos adding, “After that, extension of transmission line (87.8 km) from Kusma to Ramnagar of Nawalparasi will be initiated in the second phase of the project.” </p> <p>At present, 16 hydropower projects have taken permission from the Department of Electricity Development to supply power to the Kali Gandaki Corridor Project. The total capacity of the projects is 739.4 MW.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9141', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9362', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'QDF, Godiva Launch Interactive Display at Hamad Int’l Airport', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has partnered with premium Belgian chocolatier Godiva to launch its first in-store interactive wall display in travel retail designed to appeal to chocolate-loving passengers travelling through the Hamad International Airport (HIA).', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has partnered with premium Belgian chocolatier Godiva to launch its first in-store interactive wall display in travel retail designed to appeal to chocolate-loving passengers travelling through the Hamad International Airport (HIA).</p> <p>This next-generation innovative installation is equipped with a unique, built-in concierge application designed to offer customers their perfect choice of product, reads a statement issued by Qatar Airways.</p> <p>According to the statement, shoppers are asked to answer a series of questions through the application, allowing it to identify their perfect Godiva chocolate gift box to match their tastes.</p> <p>Godiva’s president for global sales, Matthew Hodges, said, “The idea of the interactive wallbay, which is a first for Godiva, was borne of the realisation that today’s consumers shop in a different way to their predecessors. They are looking for engagement with the brand, for an interaction which makes them feel valued and appreciated. This joint project with QDF will enhance the appeal of our gifting items and, through the clever use of technology, make it easy for millennials to purchase products based on their specific needs.”</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9140', 'image' => '20181030011644_aaaa.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9361', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hankook Tire Appoints LH Services and Spare Parts as Authorized Distributor for Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Hankook Tire has appointed LH Services and Spare Parts (LHSS) as its authorized distributor for Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Hankook Tire has appointed LH Services and Spare Parts (LHSS) as its authorized distributor for Nepal.</p> <p>LHSS was established by Laxmi Group in 2018 as per the company’s vision to be a “one stop solution for all of consumer’s mobility needs”.</p> <p>A press statement issued by LHSS states that the company houses globally leading brands of automotive components and accessories and is currently engaged in battery, lubricant and tire business. </p> <p>According to the statement, South Korean brand Hankook has a strong presence in PCR, LTR, SUV and TBR segments.</p> <p>“Hankook tires assures high fuel efficiency, low shock and noise, better traction and higher tire life,” the statement reads.</p> <p>LHSS said it is currently importing the Hankook tires from two of its factories based in Indonesia and Korea.</p> <p>Hankook has been in Nepal for the last few years, but decided to join hands with Laxmi Group as the brand seeks to promote its products more aggressively in the Nepalese market.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9139', 'image' => '20181030010427_Hankook Tire Launch 2.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ) ) $current_user = null $logged_in = false $article = array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9366', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Global IME Bank’s Complementary Cinema Tickets', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Global IME Bank has announced to offer a complementary cinema ticket for the users of its mobile banking application, Global Smart, on purchase of two tickets of Q’s Cinema.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Global IME Bank has announced to offer a complementary cinema ticket for the users of its mobile banking application, Global Smart, on purchase of two tickets of Q’s Cinema.</p> <p>Under this scheme, Global Smart users are eligible for the complementary tickets for making payment of two tickets of Q’s Cinema through QR Code.</p> <p>The bank has been providing its services through a network of 132 branches, 140 ATMs, six extension counters, 15 revenue collection counters, 104 branchless banking facilities and 3000 representatives across the country.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9144', 'image' => '20181030025448_global IME.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ) $width = null $height = null $ratio = (float) NAN $img_width = (int) 280 $img_height = (float) NAN $date = '2018-10-30 00:00:00' $dateFromDatabase = (int) 1540836900 $dateTwentyforHoursAgo = (int) 1750856224 $today = '2025-06-26 06:42:04pm' $today2 = (int) 1750942624 $newDate = 'Oct 30, 2018' $commentCount = (int) 0 $word_count = (int) 131 $time_to_read = (float) 0.66 $time_to_read_min = (float) 0 $time_to_read_second = (float) 40include - APP/View/Articles/index.ctp, line 36 View::_evaluate() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 971 View::_render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 933 View::render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 473 Controller::render() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 968 Dispatcher::_invoke() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 200 Dispatcher::dispatch() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 167 [main] - APP/webroot/index.php, line 117
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He is the founder of Drik Picture Library, Pathshala South Asian Media Institute, Chobi Mela International Festival of Photography and Majority World, all groundbreaking Bangladeshi institutions.</p> <p>The decision to confer this year’s Photo Kathmandu Award of Excellence to Dr Shahidul Alam was unanimously reached among the Photo Kathmandu 2018 Awards organising committee that included Bikas Rauniar (senior nepali photojournalist), Bikas Karki, (president of Photojournalist Club Nepal and photo editor of Annapurna Post) and Sagar Shrestha (president of National Forum of Photojournalists).</p> <p>Photo Kathmandu is an international photography festival organized by photo.circle. The festival presents exhibitions, workshops, and a diverse range of public programmes to Kathmandu audiences and international visitors once every two years.</p> <p>The festival is organized by photo.circle in collaboration with Sikhshya Foundation which is sponsored by various organizations including National Geography Television, Nepal Tourism Board among others.</p> <p>The event which was inaugurated on October 12 will conclude on November 16. Photos from various renowned photographers from Nepal and abroad are being exhibited in the photo festival.</p> <p>The organizers had also hosted an interaction program on October 25 where individuals had interacted with Prabal Gurung, iconic American-Nepalese fashion designer and founder of Sikhshya Nepal in Mangal Bazar.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9153', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9374', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'The Last Resort organizes retreat', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: The Last Resort Adventure Pvt Ltd situated in Bhote Koshi Rural Municipality organized a retreat for journalists from various media houses.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: The Last Resort Adventure Pvt Ltd situated in Bhote Koshi Rural Municipality organized a retreat for journalists from various media houses.</p> <p>The two-day retreat organized by the resort was attended by 14 media persons on October 29 and 30.</p> <p>The organizer conducted various adventurous activities on the occasion. The team visiting the Last Resort for retreat performed rock climbing, abseiling, bungee jumping and canyoning. Besides, facilities like transportation, food and accommodation were also arranged by the organizing committee.</p> <p>Bhuwan Sharma, general manager of the Last Resort, informed New Business Age that the retreat is a part of a package offered to corporate houses aimed at team building activities. The participating journalists informed that the retreat activities gave them a memorable experience and helped them extend their network amongst each other. </p> <p> The resort established in 1999 AD has been offering various adventure sports activities.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-11-02', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9152', 'image' => '20181031034659_20181030_121507.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9373', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Syangja to host Paragliding World Cup from Thursday', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Syangja is all set to host the world paragliding championship from November 1 to 4 in Swarek of Bhirkot Municipality.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Syangja is all set to host the world paragliding championship from November 1 to 4 in Swarek of Bhirkot Municipality.</p> <p>The world championship is being organised jointly by the 11 local units of Syangja in association with Nepal Paragliding and Handgliding Association, Nepal Air Sports Association and Babu Adventure Club, Syangja.</p> <p>The organisers said that the venue of the championship, which was initially proposed to be held in Pokhara, was shifted to Syangja after Pokhara Municipality failed to provide ground for the competition.</p> <p>The competition requires at least 100 square meters of space for landing, which the Pokhara Municipality could not provide.</p> <p>Ananta Kumar Shrestha, member of the organising committee, confirmed that preparations for the Paragliding Accuracy World Cup has been complete.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9151', 'image' => '20181031031043_paragliding.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9372', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Action against Industries in Hetauda Industrial Estate', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Hetauda Industrial District Management Office has started the process to take action against the industries which are operating without following the standards of Hetauda Industrial Estate.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Hetauda Industrial District Management Office has started the process to take action against the industries which are operating without following the standards of Hetauda Industrial Estate.</p> <p>The office, from Tuesday, initiated action against a total of 27 industries, which are operating without following the criteria set by the industrial estate. According to the office, it has already taken action against five industries.</p> <p>“The office is all set to scrap the agreement with the industries which are yet to operate the industry even after acquiring land,” said Nepal Bhusan Baidhya, chief of the Hetauda Industrial District Management Office.</p> <p>The office has asked the industries to operate as per the criteria set by the industrial estate within next three months. The office has also asked the industries which have already acquired land to build required infrastructures to operate the factory within the next six months. </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9150', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9371', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Siddhartha Bank supports Teach for Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement to support the initiative of Teach for Nepal to strengthen education at public schools across the country.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement to support the initiative of Teach for Nepal to strengthen education at public schools across the country. In this regard, the bank provided a checque of Rs 500,000 to Teach for Nepal under its corporate social responsibility in order to provide quality education in rural areas of Nepal.</p> <p>The bank said that its support will help Teach for Nepal in deploying volunteers in remote areas to teach for two years.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9149', 'image' => '20181031122707_tfn.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9370', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Siddhartha Bank, Medicity Hospital sign Agreement', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital for providing discounts to its customers at the hospital.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital for providing discounts to its customers at the hospital.</p> <p>Issuing a press statement, the bank said that its debit/credit card holders, customers and employees can avail discounts at the hospital for various services.</p> <p>The hospital’s General Manager Bijay Rimal and the bank’s Deputy General Manager Suresh Raj Maharjan signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organisations amid a recent function.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9148', 'image' => '20181031122112_siddharthaa.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9369', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'The Colt Foundation Awards Scholarship to Sherpa', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: The Colt Foundation of Britain has awarded scholarship to Futi Sherpa of Fungling, Taplejung, to study four years BBA programme at the British College. ', 'content' => '<p>October 31: The Colt Foundation of Britain has awarded scholarship to Futi Sherpa of Fungling, Taplejung, to study four years BBA programme at the British College. According to the college, the scholarship will cover tuition fees, exam fees, accommodation, personal maintenance allowance, travel costs and other programme related costs for four years.</p> <p>CEO of the British College, Rajen Kandel, said, " A small push can be a giant leap, we hope this scholarship will act as a stepping stone in achieving Sherpa’s goals and dreams. The college hopes to offer such positive reinforcements to upcoming students through grants offered by the Colt Foundation.”</p> <p>The Colt Foundation, established on August 28, 1978 by the O'Hea family, awards fellowships each year to qualified students enrolled at UK universities.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9147', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9368', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hero Awards Rs 100,000 to Tharu', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Ram Prasad Tharu has won Rs 100,000 under Hero’s festive offer. ', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Ram Prasad Tharu has won Rs 100,000 under Hero’s festive offer. Issuing a press statement, the company said that Tharu won the lucky draw during the “Dashain Tihar Banne Cha Heromanchak” offer announced by Nepal General Marketing Pvt Ltd, the authorised distributor of Hero two-wheelers in Nepal.</p> <p>Under the offer, customers of Hero were given Rs 6000 cash discount on purchase of motorbikes and Rs 8000 discount on purchase of scooters. In addition, they were given a chance to win Rs 1000 to 100,000 from scratch card.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9146', 'image' => '20181031121005_Mneomonic_Dashain HEROMANCHAK.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9367', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'NTB Promotes Nepal’s Adventure Tourism in Austria ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and Trekking Agency Association of Nepal (TAAN) organised tourism promotion programme in Austria to promote adventure tourism in Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and Trekking Agency Association of Nepal (TAAN) organised tourism promotion programme in Austria to promote adventure tourism in Nepal.</p> <p>NTB informed New Business Age that the Nepali delegation organised the event to inform about Nepal’s adventure tourism destination.</p> <p>NTB’s senior spokesperspon Sunil Sharma said that the two-day programme had informed about different tourism activities and adventures tourism destination in Nepal. Stating that European tourists record the highest number of participants in Nepal’s adventure tourism, Sharma shared that such programmes would help in contributing to the tourism activities in Nepal.</p> <p>Likewise, the programme also disseminated information about different adventures activities in Nepal such as mountaineering, trekking, cycling, paragliding, observation of wildlife, hunting etc.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9145', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9366', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Global IME Bank’s Complementary Cinema Tickets', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Global IME Bank has announced to offer a complementary cinema ticket for the users of its mobile banking application, Global Smart, on purchase of two tickets of Q’s Cinema.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Global IME Bank has announced to offer a complementary cinema ticket for the users of its mobile banking application, Global Smart, on purchase of two tickets of Q’s Cinema.</p> <p>Under this scheme, Global Smart users are eligible for the complementary tickets for making payment of two tickets of Q’s Cinema through QR Code.</p> <p>The bank has been providing its services through a network of 132 branches, 140 ATMs, six extension counters, 15 revenue collection counters, 104 branchless banking facilities and 3000 representatives across the country.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9144', 'image' => '20181030025448_global IME.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9365', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Prabhu Bank in Thankot', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Prabhu Bank has opened a new branch in Thankot of Chandragiri Municipality of Kathmandu district.', 'content' => '<p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">October 30: Prabhu Bank has opened a new branch in Thankot of Chandragiri Municipality of Kathmandu district.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Chairman of Bagmati Dealers Association, Achyut Bahadur Khadka inaugurated the branch amid an event on Monday, October 29.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">The bank in a statement said that the new branch was opened to facilitate the transaction of the Nepal Oil Corporation’s depot in Thankot. The bank also expressed its belief that the locals and entrepreneurs of the area will benefit from the services of the new branch.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Likewise, the branch will be providing all kinds of modern banking facilities, according to a statement issued by the bank.</span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9143', 'image' => '20181030024629_download.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9364', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Flower Expo in Pokhara from Friday', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Floriculture Association of Nepal (FAN) is all set to organise a flower expo in Godavari of Pokhara with the objective to promote flower business in Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Floriculture Association of Nepal (FAN) is all set to organise a flower expo in Godavari of Pokhara with the objective to promote flower business in Nepal. The association said that the four-day exhibition will start on November 2 and conclude on November 5. Altogether 450 kinds of flowers will be displayed during the expo, according to Daya Kumar Dwa, immediate past president of Kaski chapter of FAN. The exhibition will feature 30 stalls.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9142', 'image' => '20181030023646_Flowers.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9363', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Kali Gandaki Transmission Line Expected to be Ready this FY', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: The Kali Gandaki Transmission Mechanism, which was developed with the aim to connect the hydro-electricity generated from Kali Gandaki River basin to the national grid, is expected to be complete within this fiscal year.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: The Kali Gandaki Transmission Mechanism, which was developed with the aim to connect the hydro-electricity generated from Kali Gandaki River basin to the national grid, is expected to be complete within this fiscal year. Installation of both towers and sub-stations are being carried side by side for the 39 km transmission line from Kusma of Parbat to Dana of Myagdi district.</p> <p>According to Nepal Electricity Authority’s Director Kul Man Ghising, approximately 60 percent of the transmission mechanism has been completed. Ghising informed that the construction of the foundation of towers, installation of towers and all sub-stations are being carried out without any delay. He further added that the power evacuation will be initiated after finishing the construction work within this fiscal year.</p> <p>Under the distribution network, 110 towers and two substations each at Kusma of Parbat and Dana of Myagdi will be installed. Ghising said that they have given more emphasis to finish this project than other similar projects.</p> <p>The project is expected to complete in the stipulated time as there is not hassles in acquiring land and forests, said the project chief Chandan Kumar Ghosh.</p> <p>“The first phase of the work will be completed within this fiscal year,” said Ghos adding, “After that, extension of transmission line (87.8 km) from Kusma to Ramnagar of Nawalparasi will be initiated in the second phase of the project.” </p> <p>At present, 16 hydropower projects have taken permission from the Department of Electricity Development to supply power to the Kali Gandaki Corridor Project. The total capacity of the projects is 739.4 MW.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9141', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9362', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'QDF, Godiva Launch Interactive Display at Hamad Int’l Airport', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has partnered with premium Belgian chocolatier Godiva to launch its first in-store interactive wall display in travel retail designed to appeal to chocolate-loving passengers travelling through the Hamad International Airport (HIA).', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has partnered with premium Belgian chocolatier Godiva to launch its first in-store interactive wall display in travel retail designed to appeal to chocolate-loving passengers travelling through the Hamad International Airport (HIA).</p> <p>This next-generation innovative installation is equipped with a unique, built-in concierge application designed to offer customers their perfect choice of product, reads a statement issued by Qatar Airways.</p> <p>According to the statement, shoppers are asked to answer a series of questions through the application, allowing it to identify their perfect Godiva chocolate gift box to match their tastes.</p> <p>Godiva’s president for global sales, Matthew Hodges, said, “The idea of the interactive wallbay, which is a first for Godiva, was borne of the realisation that today’s consumers shop in a different way to their predecessors. They are looking for engagement with the brand, for an interaction which makes them feel valued and appreciated. This joint project with QDF will enhance the appeal of our gifting items and, through the clever use of technology, make it easy for millennials to purchase products based on their specific needs.”</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9140', 'image' => '20181030011644_aaaa.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9361', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hankook Tire Appoints LH Services and Spare Parts as Authorized Distributor for Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Hankook Tire has appointed LH Services and Spare Parts (LHSS) as its authorized distributor for Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Hankook Tire has appointed LH Services and Spare Parts (LHSS) as its authorized distributor for Nepal.</p> <p>LHSS was established by Laxmi Group in 2018 as per the company’s vision to be a “one stop solution for all of consumer’s mobility needs”.</p> <p>A press statement issued by LHSS states that the company houses globally leading brands of automotive components and accessories and is currently engaged in battery, lubricant and tire business. </p> <p>According to the statement, South Korean brand Hankook has a strong presence in PCR, LTR, SUV and TBR segments.</p> <p>“Hankook tires assures high fuel efficiency, low shock and noise, better traction and higher tire life,” the statement reads.</p> <p>LHSS said it is currently importing the Hankook tires from two of its factories based in Indonesia and Korea.</p> <p>Hankook has been in Nepal for the last few years, but decided to join hands with Laxmi Group as the brand seeks to promote its products more aggressively in the Nepalese market.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9139', 'image' => '20181030010427_Hankook Tire Launch 2.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ) ) $current_user = null $logged_in = false $article = array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9365', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Prabhu Bank in Thankot', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Prabhu Bank has opened a new branch in Thankot of Chandragiri Municipality of Kathmandu district.', 'content' => '<p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">October 30: Prabhu Bank has opened a new branch in Thankot of Chandragiri Municipality of Kathmandu district.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Chairman of Bagmati Dealers Association, Achyut Bahadur Khadka inaugurated the branch amid an event on Monday, October 29.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">The bank in a statement said that the new branch was opened to facilitate the transaction of the Nepal Oil Corporation’s depot in Thankot. 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He is the founder of Drik Picture Library, Pathshala South Asian Media Institute, Chobi Mela International Festival of Photography and Majority World, all groundbreaking Bangladeshi institutions.</p> <p>The decision to confer this year’s Photo Kathmandu Award of Excellence to Dr Shahidul Alam was unanimously reached among the Photo Kathmandu 2018 Awards organising committee that included Bikas Rauniar (senior nepali photojournalist), Bikas Karki, (president of Photojournalist Club Nepal and photo editor of Annapurna Post) and Sagar Shrestha (president of National Forum of Photojournalists).</p> <p>Photo Kathmandu is an international photography festival organized by photo.circle. The festival presents exhibitions, workshops, and a diverse range of public programmes to Kathmandu audiences and international visitors once every two years.</p> <p>The festival is organized by photo.circle in collaboration with Sikhshya Foundation which is sponsored by various organizations including National Geography Television, Nepal Tourism Board among others.</p> <p>The event which was inaugurated on October 12 will conclude on November 16. Photos from various renowned photographers from Nepal and abroad are being exhibited in the photo festival.</p> <p>The organizers had also hosted an interaction program on October 25 where individuals had interacted with Prabal Gurung, iconic American-Nepalese fashion designer and founder of Sikhshya Nepal in Mangal Bazar.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9153', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9374', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'The Last Resort organizes retreat', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: The Last Resort Adventure Pvt Ltd situated in Bhote Koshi Rural Municipality organized a retreat for journalists from various media houses.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: The Last Resort Adventure Pvt Ltd situated in Bhote Koshi Rural Municipality organized a retreat for journalists from various media houses.</p> <p>The two-day retreat organized by the resort was attended by 14 media persons on October 29 and 30.</p> <p>The organizer conducted various adventurous activities on the occasion. The team visiting the Last Resort for retreat performed rock climbing, abseiling, bungee jumping and canyoning. Besides, facilities like transportation, food and accommodation were also arranged by the organizing committee.</p> <p>Bhuwan Sharma, general manager of the Last Resort, informed New Business Age that the retreat is a part of a package offered to corporate houses aimed at team building activities. The participating journalists informed that the retreat activities gave them a memorable experience and helped them extend their network amongst each other. </p> <p> The resort established in 1999 AD has been offering various adventure sports activities.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-11-02', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9152', 'image' => '20181031034659_20181030_121507.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9373', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Syangja to host Paragliding World Cup from Thursday', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Syangja is all set to host the world paragliding championship from November 1 to 4 in Swarek of Bhirkot Municipality.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Syangja is all set to host the world paragliding championship from November 1 to 4 in Swarek of Bhirkot Municipality.</p> <p>The world championship is being organised jointly by the 11 local units of Syangja in association with Nepal Paragliding and Handgliding Association, Nepal Air Sports Association and Babu Adventure Club, Syangja.</p> <p>The organisers said that the venue of the championship, which was initially proposed to be held in Pokhara, was shifted to Syangja after Pokhara Municipality failed to provide ground for the competition.</p> <p>The competition requires at least 100 square meters of space for landing, which the Pokhara Municipality could not provide.</p> <p>Ananta Kumar Shrestha, member of the organising committee, confirmed that preparations for the Paragliding Accuracy World Cup has been complete.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9151', 'image' => '20181031031043_paragliding.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9372', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Action against Industries in Hetauda Industrial Estate', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Hetauda Industrial District Management Office has started the process to take action against the industries which are operating without following the standards of Hetauda Industrial Estate.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Hetauda Industrial District Management Office has started the process to take action against the industries which are operating without following the standards of Hetauda Industrial Estate.</p> <p>The office, from Tuesday, initiated action against a total of 27 industries, which are operating without following the criteria set by the industrial estate. According to the office, it has already taken action against five industries.</p> <p>“The office is all set to scrap the agreement with the industries which are yet to operate the industry even after acquiring land,” said Nepal Bhusan Baidhya, chief of the Hetauda Industrial District Management Office.</p> <p>The office has asked the industries to operate as per the criteria set by the industrial estate within next three months. The office has also asked the industries which have already acquired land to build required infrastructures to operate the factory within the next six months. </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9150', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9371', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Siddhartha Bank supports Teach for Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement to support the initiative of Teach for Nepal to strengthen education at public schools across the country.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement to support the initiative of Teach for Nepal to strengthen education at public schools across the country. In this regard, the bank provided a checque of Rs 500,000 to Teach for Nepal under its corporate social responsibility in order to provide quality education in rural areas of Nepal.</p> <p>The bank said that its support will help Teach for Nepal in deploying volunteers in remote areas to teach for two years.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9149', 'image' => '20181031122707_tfn.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9370', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Siddhartha Bank, Medicity Hospital sign Agreement', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital for providing discounts to its customers at the hospital.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital for providing discounts to its customers at the hospital.</p> <p>Issuing a press statement, the bank said that its debit/credit card holders, customers and employees can avail discounts at the hospital for various services.</p> <p>The hospital’s General Manager Bijay Rimal and the bank’s Deputy General Manager Suresh Raj Maharjan signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organisations amid a recent function.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9148', 'image' => '20181031122112_siddharthaa.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9369', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'The Colt Foundation Awards Scholarship to Sherpa', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: The Colt Foundation of Britain has awarded scholarship to Futi Sherpa of Fungling, Taplejung, to study four years BBA programme at the British College. ', 'content' => '<p>October 31: The Colt Foundation of Britain has awarded scholarship to Futi Sherpa of Fungling, Taplejung, to study four years BBA programme at the British College. According to the college, the scholarship will cover tuition fees, exam fees, accommodation, personal maintenance allowance, travel costs and other programme related costs for four years.</p> <p>CEO of the British College, Rajen Kandel, said, " A small push can be a giant leap, we hope this scholarship will act as a stepping stone in achieving Sherpa’s goals and dreams. The college hopes to offer such positive reinforcements to upcoming students through grants offered by the Colt Foundation.”</p> <p>The Colt Foundation, established on August 28, 1978 by the O'Hea family, awards fellowships each year to qualified students enrolled at UK universities.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9147', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9368', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hero Awards Rs 100,000 to Tharu', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Ram Prasad Tharu has won Rs 100,000 under Hero’s festive offer. ', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Ram Prasad Tharu has won Rs 100,000 under Hero’s festive offer. Issuing a press statement, the company said that Tharu won the lucky draw during the “Dashain Tihar Banne Cha Heromanchak” offer announced by Nepal General Marketing Pvt Ltd, the authorised distributor of Hero two-wheelers in Nepal.</p> <p>Under the offer, customers of Hero were given Rs 6000 cash discount on purchase of motorbikes and Rs 8000 discount on purchase of scooters. In addition, they were given a chance to win Rs 1000 to 100,000 from scratch card.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9146', 'image' => '20181031121005_Mneomonic_Dashain HEROMANCHAK.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9367', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'NTB Promotes Nepal’s Adventure Tourism in Austria ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and Trekking Agency Association of Nepal (TAAN) organised tourism promotion programme in Austria to promote adventure tourism in Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and Trekking Agency Association of Nepal (TAAN) organised tourism promotion programme in Austria to promote adventure tourism in Nepal.</p> <p>NTB informed New Business Age that the Nepali delegation organised the event to inform about Nepal’s adventure tourism destination.</p> <p>NTB’s senior spokesperspon Sunil Sharma said that the two-day programme had informed about different tourism activities and adventures tourism destination in Nepal. Stating that European tourists record the highest number of participants in Nepal’s adventure tourism, Sharma shared that such programmes would help in contributing to the tourism activities in Nepal.</p> <p>Likewise, the programme also disseminated information about different adventures activities in Nepal such as mountaineering, trekking, cycling, paragliding, observation of wildlife, hunting etc.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9145', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9366', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Global IME Bank’s Complementary Cinema Tickets', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Global IME Bank has announced to offer a complementary cinema ticket for the users of its mobile banking application, Global Smart, on purchase of two tickets of Q’s Cinema.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Global IME Bank has announced to offer a complementary cinema ticket for the users of its mobile banking application, Global Smart, on purchase of two tickets of Q’s Cinema.</p> <p>Under this scheme, Global Smart users are eligible for the complementary tickets for making payment of two tickets of Q’s Cinema through QR Code.</p> <p>The bank has been providing its services through a network of 132 branches, 140 ATMs, six extension counters, 15 revenue collection counters, 104 branchless banking facilities and 3000 representatives across the country.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9144', 'image' => '20181030025448_global IME.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9365', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Prabhu Bank in Thankot', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Prabhu Bank has opened a new branch in Thankot of Chandragiri Municipality of Kathmandu district.', 'content' => '<p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">October 30: Prabhu Bank has opened a new branch in Thankot of Chandragiri Municipality of Kathmandu district.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Chairman of Bagmati Dealers Association, Achyut Bahadur Khadka inaugurated the branch amid an event on Monday, October 29.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">The bank in a statement said that the new branch was opened to facilitate the transaction of the Nepal Oil Corporation’s depot in Thankot. The bank also expressed its belief that the locals and entrepreneurs of the area will benefit from the services of the new branch.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Likewise, the branch will be providing all kinds of modern banking facilities, according to a statement issued by the bank.</span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9143', 'image' => '20181030024629_download.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9364', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Flower Expo in Pokhara from Friday', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Floriculture Association of Nepal (FAN) is all set to organise a flower expo in Godavari of Pokhara with the objective to promote flower business in Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Floriculture Association of Nepal (FAN) is all set to organise a flower expo in Godavari of Pokhara with the objective to promote flower business in Nepal. The association said that the four-day exhibition will start on November 2 and conclude on November 5. Altogether 450 kinds of flowers will be displayed during the expo, according to Daya Kumar Dwa, immediate past president of Kaski chapter of FAN. The exhibition will feature 30 stalls.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9142', 'image' => '20181030023646_Flowers.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9363', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Kali Gandaki Transmission Line Expected to be Ready this FY', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: The Kali Gandaki Transmission Mechanism, which was developed with the aim to connect the hydro-electricity generated from Kali Gandaki River basin to the national grid, is expected to be complete within this fiscal year.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: The Kali Gandaki Transmission Mechanism, which was developed with the aim to connect the hydro-electricity generated from Kali Gandaki River basin to the national grid, is expected to be complete within this fiscal year. Installation of both towers and sub-stations are being carried side by side for the 39 km transmission line from Kusma of Parbat to Dana of Myagdi district.</p> <p>According to Nepal Electricity Authority’s Director Kul Man Ghising, approximately 60 percent of the transmission mechanism has been completed. Ghising informed that the construction of the foundation of towers, installation of towers and all sub-stations are being carried out without any delay. He further added that the power evacuation will be initiated after finishing the construction work within this fiscal year.</p> <p>Under the distribution network, 110 towers and two substations each at Kusma of Parbat and Dana of Myagdi will be installed. Ghising said that they have given more emphasis to finish this project than other similar projects.</p> <p>The project is expected to complete in the stipulated time as there is not hassles in acquiring land and forests, said the project chief Chandan Kumar Ghosh.</p> <p>“The first phase of the work will be completed within this fiscal year,” said Ghos adding, “After that, extension of transmission line (87.8 km) from Kusma to Ramnagar of Nawalparasi will be initiated in the second phase of the project.” </p> <p>At present, 16 hydropower projects have taken permission from the Department of Electricity Development to supply power to the Kali Gandaki Corridor Project. The total capacity of the projects is 739.4 MW.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9141', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9362', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'QDF, Godiva Launch Interactive Display at Hamad Int’l Airport', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has partnered with premium Belgian chocolatier Godiva to launch its first in-store interactive wall display in travel retail designed to appeal to chocolate-loving passengers travelling through the Hamad International Airport (HIA).', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has partnered with premium Belgian chocolatier Godiva to launch its first in-store interactive wall display in travel retail designed to appeal to chocolate-loving passengers travelling through the Hamad International Airport (HIA).</p> <p>This next-generation innovative installation is equipped with a unique, built-in concierge application designed to offer customers their perfect choice of product, reads a statement issued by Qatar Airways.</p> <p>According to the statement, shoppers are asked to answer a series of questions through the application, allowing it to identify their perfect Godiva chocolate gift box to match their tastes.</p> <p>Godiva’s president for global sales, Matthew Hodges, said, “The idea of the interactive wallbay, which is a first for Godiva, was borne of the realisation that today’s consumers shop in a different way to their predecessors. They are looking for engagement with the brand, for an interaction which makes them feel valued and appreciated. This joint project with QDF will enhance the appeal of our gifting items and, through the clever use of technology, make it easy for millennials to purchase products based on their specific needs.”</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9140', 'image' => '20181030011644_aaaa.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9361', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hankook Tire Appoints LH Services and Spare Parts as Authorized Distributor for Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Hankook Tire has appointed LH Services and Spare Parts (LHSS) as its authorized distributor for Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Hankook Tire has appointed LH Services and Spare Parts (LHSS) as its authorized distributor for Nepal.</p> <p>LHSS was established by Laxmi Group in 2018 as per the company’s vision to be a “one stop solution for all of consumer’s mobility needs”.</p> <p>A press statement issued by LHSS states that the company houses globally leading brands of automotive components and accessories and is currently engaged in battery, lubricant and tire business. </p> <p>According to the statement, South Korean brand Hankook has a strong presence in PCR, LTR, SUV and TBR segments.</p> <p>“Hankook tires assures high fuel efficiency, low shock and noise, better traction and higher tire life,” the statement reads.</p> <p>LHSS said it is currently importing the Hankook tires from two of its factories based in Indonesia and Korea.</p> <p>Hankook has been in Nepal for the last few years, but decided to join hands with Laxmi Group as the brand seeks to promote its products more aggressively in the Nepalese market.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9139', 'image' => '20181030010427_Hankook Tire Launch 2.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ) ) $current_user = null $logged_in = false $article = array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9365', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Prabhu Bank in Thankot', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Prabhu Bank has opened a new branch in Thankot of Chandragiri Municipality of Kathmandu district.', 'content' => '<p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">October 30: Prabhu Bank has opened a new branch in Thankot of Chandragiri Municipality of Kathmandu district.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Chairman of Bagmati Dealers Association, Achyut Bahadur Khadka inaugurated the branch amid an event on Monday, October 29.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">The bank in a statement said that the new branch was opened to facilitate the transaction of the Nepal Oil Corporation’s depot in Thankot. 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He is the founder of Drik Picture Library, Pathshala South Asian Media Institute, Chobi Mela International Festival of Photography and Majority World, all groundbreaking Bangladeshi institutions.</p> <p>The decision to confer this year’s Photo Kathmandu Award of Excellence to Dr Shahidul Alam was unanimously reached among the Photo Kathmandu 2018 Awards organising committee that included Bikas Rauniar (senior nepali photojournalist), Bikas Karki, (president of Photojournalist Club Nepal and photo editor of Annapurna Post) and Sagar Shrestha (president of National Forum of Photojournalists).</p> <p>Photo Kathmandu is an international photography festival organized by photo.circle. The festival presents exhibitions, workshops, and a diverse range of public programmes to Kathmandu audiences and international visitors once every two years.</p> <p>The festival is organized by photo.circle in collaboration with Sikhshya Foundation which is sponsored by various organizations including National Geography Television, Nepal Tourism Board among others.</p> <p>The event which was inaugurated on October 12 will conclude on November 16. Photos from various renowned photographers from Nepal and abroad are being exhibited in the photo festival.</p> <p>The organizers had also hosted an interaction program on October 25 where individuals had interacted with Prabal Gurung, iconic American-Nepalese fashion designer and founder of Sikhshya Nepal in Mangal Bazar.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9153', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9374', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'The Last Resort organizes retreat', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: The Last Resort Adventure Pvt Ltd situated in Bhote Koshi Rural Municipality organized a retreat for journalists from various media houses.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: The Last Resort Adventure Pvt Ltd situated in Bhote Koshi Rural Municipality organized a retreat for journalists from various media houses.</p> <p>The two-day retreat organized by the resort was attended by 14 media persons on October 29 and 30.</p> <p>The organizer conducted various adventurous activities on the occasion. The team visiting the Last Resort for retreat performed rock climbing, abseiling, bungee jumping and canyoning. Besides, facilities like transportation, food and accommodation were also arranged by the organizing committee.</p> <p>Bhuwan Sharma, general manager of the Last Resort, informed New Business Age that the retreat is a part of a package offered to corporate houses aimed at team building activities. The participating journalists informed that the retreat activities gave them a memorable experience and helped them extend their network amongst each other. </p> <p> The resort established in 1999 AD has been offering various adventure sports activities.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-11-02', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9152', 'image' => '20181031034659_20181030_121507.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9373', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Syangja to host Paragliding World Cup from Thursday', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Syangja is all set to host the world paragliding championship from November 1 to 4 in Swarek of Bhirkot Municipality.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Syangja is all set to host the world paragliding championship from November 1 to 4 in Swarek of Bhirkot Municipality.</p> <p>The world championship is being organised jointly by the 11 local units of Syangja in association with Nepal Paragliding and Handgliding Association, Nepal Air Sports Association and Babu Adventure Club, Syangja.</p> <p>The organisers said that the venue of the championship, which was initially proposed to be held in Pokhara, was shifted to Syangja after Pokhara Municipality failed to provide ground for the competition.</p> <p>The competition requires at least 100 square meters of space for landing, which the Pokhara Municipality could not provide.</p> <p>Ananta Kumar Shrestha, member of the organising committee, confirmed that preparations for the Paragliding Accuracy World Cup has been complete.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9151', 'image' => '20181031031043_paragliding.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9372', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Action against Industries in Hetauda Industrial Estate', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Hetauda Industrial District Management Office has started the process to take action against the industries which are operating without following the standards of Hetauda Industrial Estate.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Hetauda Industrial District Management Office has started the process to take action against the industries which are operating without following the standards of Hetauda Industrial Estate.</p> <p>The office, from Tuesday, initiated action against a total of 27 industries, which are operating without following the criteria set by the industrial estate. According to the office, it has already taken action against five industries.</p> <p>“The office is all set to scrap the agreement with the industries which are yet to operate the industry even after acquiring land,” said Nepal Bhusan Baidhya, chief of the Hetauda Industrial District Management Office.</p> <p>The office has asked the industries to operate as per the criteria set by the industrial estate within next three months. The office has also asked the industries which have already acquired land to build required infrastructures to operate the factory within the next six months. </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9150', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9371', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Siddhartha Bank supports Teach for Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement to support the initiative of Teach for Nepal to strengthen education at public schools across the country.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement to support the initiative of Teach for Nepal to strengthen education at public schools across the country. In this regard, the bank provided a checque of Rs 500,000 to Teach for Nepal under its corporate social responsibility in order to provide quality education in rural areas of Nepal.</p> <p>The bank said that its support will help Teach for Nepal in deploying volunteers in remote areas to teach for two years.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9149', 'image' => '20181031122707_tfn.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9370', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Siddhartha Bank, Medicity Hospital sign Agreement', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital for providing discounts to its customers at the hospital.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital for providing discounts to its customers at the hospital.</p> <p>Issuing a press statement, the bank said that its debit/credit card holders, customers and employees can avail discounts at the hospital for various services.</p> <p>The hospital’s General Manager Bijay Rimal and the bank’s Deputy General Manager Suresh Raj Maharjan signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organisations amid a recent function.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9148', 'image' => '20181031122112_siddharthaa.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9369', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'The Colt Foundation Awards Scholarship to Sherpa', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: The Colt Foundation of Britain has awarded scholarship to Futi Sherpa of Fungling, Taplejung, to study four years BBA programme at the British College. ', 'content' => '<p>October 31: The Colt Foundation of Britain has awarded scholarship to Futi Sherpa of Fungling, Taplejung, to study four years BBA programme at the British College. According to the college, the scholarship will cover tuition fees, exam fees, accommodation, personal maintenance allowance, travel costs and other programme related costs for four years.</p> <p>CEO of the British College, Rajen Kandel, said, " A small push can be a giant leap, we hope this scholarship will act as a stepping stone in achieving Sherpa’s goals and dreams. The college hopes to offer such positive reinforcements to upcoming students through grants offered by the Colt Foundation.”</p> <p>The Colt Foundation, established on August 28, 1978 by the O'Hea family, awards fellowships each year to qualified students enrolled at UK universities.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9147', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9368', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hero Awards Rs 100,000 to Tharu', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Ram Prasad Tharu has won Rs 100,000 under Hero’s festive offer. ', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Ram Prasad Tharu has won Rs 100,000 under Hero’s festive offer. Issuing a press statement, the company said that Tharu won the lucky draw during the “Dashain Tihar Banne Cha Heromanchak” offer announced by Nepal General Marketing Pvt Ltd, the authorised distributor of Hero two-wheelers in Nepal.</p> <p>Under the offer, customers of Hero were given Rs 6000 cash discount on purchase of motorbikes and Rs 8000 discount on purchase of scooters. In addition, they were given a chance to win Rs 1000 to 100,000 from scratch card.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9146', 'image' => '20181031121005_Mneomonic_Dashain HEROMANCHAK.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9367', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'NTB Promotes Nepal’s Adventure Tourism in Austria ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and Trekking Agency Association of Nepal (TAAN) organised tourism promotion programme in Austria to promote adventure tourism in Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and Trekking Agency Association of Nepal (TAAN) organised tourism promotion programme in Austria to promote adventure tourism in Nepal.</p> <p>NTB informed New Business Age that the Nepali delegation organised the event to inform about Nepal’s adventure tourism destination.</p> <p>NTB’s senior spokesperspon Sunil Sharma said that the two-day programme had informed about different tourism activities and adventures tourism destination in Nepal. Stating that European tourists record the highest number of participants in Nepal’s adventure tourism, Sharma shared that such programmes would help in contributing to the tourism activities in Nepal.</p> <p>Likewise, the programme also disseminated information about different adventures activities in Nepal such as mountaineering, trekking, cycling, paragliding, observation of wildlife, hunting etc.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9145', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9366', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Global IME Bank’s Complementary Cinema Tickets', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Global IME Bank has announced to offer a complementary cinema ticket for the users of its mobile banking application, Global Smart, on purchase of two tickets of Q’s Cinema.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Global IME Bank has announced to offer a complementary cinema ticket for the users of its mobile banking application, Global Smart, on purchase of two tickets of Q’s Cinema.</p> <p>Under this scheme, Global Smart users are eligible for the complementary tickets for making payment of two tickets of Q’s Cinema through QR Code.</p> <p>The bank has been providing its services through a network of 132 branches, 140 ATMs, six extension counters, 15 revenue collection counters, 104 branchless banking facilities and 3000 representatives across the country.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9144', 'image' => '20181030025448_global IME.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9365', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Prabhu Bank in Thankot', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Prabhu Bank has opened a new branch in Thankot of Chandragiri Municipality of Kathmandu district.', 'content' => '<p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">October 30: Prabhu Bank has opened a new branch in Thankot of Chandragiri Municipality of Kathmandu district.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Chairman of Bagmati Dealers Association, Achyut Bahadur Khadka inaugurated the branch amid an event on Monday, October 29.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">The bank in a statement said that the new branch was opened to facilitate the transaction of the Nepal Oil Corporation’s depot in Thankot. The bank also expressed its belief that the locals and entrepreneurs of the area will benefit from the services of the new branch.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Likewise, the branch will be providing all kinds of modern banking facilities, according to a statement issued by the bank.</span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9143', 'image' => '20181030024629_download.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9364', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Flower Expo in Pokhara from Friday', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Floriculture Association of Nepal (FAN) is all set to organise a flower expo in Godavari of Pokhara with the objective to promote flower business in Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Floriculture Association of Nepal (FAN) is all set to organise a flower expo in Godavari of Pokhara with the objective to promote flower business in Nepal. The association said that the four-day exhibition will start on November 2 and conclude on November 5. Altogether 450 kinds of flowers will be displayed during the expo, according to Daya Kumar Dwa, immediate past president of Kaski chapter of FAN. The exhibition will feature 30 stalls.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9142', 'image' => '20181030023646_Flowers.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9363', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Kali Gandaki Transmission Line Expected to be Ready this FY', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: The Kali Gandaki Transmission Mechanism, which was developed with the aim to connect the hydro-electricity generated from Kali Gandaki River basin to the national grid, is expected to be complete within this fiscal year.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: The Kali Gandaki Transmission Mechanism, which was developed with the aim to connect the hydro-electricity generated from Kali Gandaki River basin to the national grid, is expected to be complete within this fiscal year. Installation of both towers and sub-stations are being carried side by side for the 39 km transmission line from Kusma of Parbat to Dana of Myagdi district.</p> <p>According to Nepal Electricity Authority’s Director Kul Man Ghising, approximately 60 percent of the transmission mechanism has been completed. Ghising informed that the construction of the foundation of towers, installation of towers and all sub-stations are being carried out without any delay. He further added that the power evacuation will be initiated after finishing the construction work within this fiscal year.</p> <p>Under the distribution network, 110 towers and two substations each at Kusma of Parbat and Dana of Myagdi will be installed. Ghising said that they have given more emphasis to finish this project than other similar projects.</p> <p>The project is expected to complete in the stipulated time as there is not hassles in acquiring land and forests, said the project chief Chandan Kumar Ghosh.</p> <p>“The first phase of the work will be completed within this fiscal year,” said Ghos adding, “After that, extension of transmission line (87.8 km) from Kusma to Ramnagar of Nawalparasi will be initiated in the second phase of the project.” </p> <p>At present, 16 hydropower projects have taken permission from the Department of Electricity Development to supply power to the Kali Gandaki Corridor Project. The total capacity of the projects is 739.4 MW.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9141', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9362', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'QDF, Godiva Launch Interactive Display at Hamad Int’l Airport', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has partnered with premium Belgian chocolatier Godiva to launch its first in-store interactive wall display in travel retail designed to appeal to chocolate-loving passengers travelling through the Hamad International Airport (HIA).', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has partnered with premium Belgian chocolatier Godiva to launch its first in-store interactive wall display in travel retail designed to appeal to chocolate-loving passengers travelling through the Hamad International Airport (HIA).</p> <p>This next-generation innovative installation is equipped with a unique, built-in concierge application designed to offer customers their perfect choice of product, reads a statement issued by Qatar Airways.</p> <p>According to the statement, shoppers are asked to answer a series of questions through the application, allowing it to identify their perfect Godiva chocolate gift box to match their tastes.</p> <p>Godiva’s president for global sales, Matthew Hodges, said, “The idea of the interactive wallbay, which is a first for Godiva, was borne of the realisation that today’s consumers shop in a different way to their predecessors. They are looking for engagement with the brand, for an interaction which makes them feel valued and appreciated. This joint project with QDF will enhance the appeal of our gifting items and, through the clever use of technology, make it easy for millennials to purchase products based on their specific needs.”</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9140', 'image' => '20181030011644_aaaa.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9361', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hankook Tire Appoints LH Services and Spare Parts as Authorized Distributor for Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Hankook Tire has appointed LH Services and Spare Parts (LHSS) as its authorized distributor for Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Hankook Tire has appointed LH Services and Spare Parts (LHSS) as its authorized distributor for Nepal.</p> <p>LHSS was established by Laxmi Group in 2018 as per the company’s vision to be a “one stop solution for all of consumer’s mobility needs”.</p> <p>A press statement issued by LHSS states that the company houses globally leading brands of automotive components and accessories and is currently engaged in battery, lubricant and tire business. </p> <p>According to the statement, South Korean brand Hankook has a strong presence in PCR, LTR, SUV and TBR segments.</p> <p>“Hankook tires assures high fuel efficiency, low shock and noise, better traction and higher tire life,” the statement reads.</p> <p>LHSS said it is currently importing the Hankook tires from two of its factories based in Indonesia and Korea.</p> <p>Hankook has been in Nepal for the last few years, but decided to join hands with Laxmi Group as the brand seeks to promote its products more aggressively in the Nepalese market.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9139', 'image' => '20181030010427_Hankook Tire Launch 2.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ) ) $current_user = null $logged_in = false $article = array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9364', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Flower Expo in Pokhara from Friday', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Floriculture Association of Nepal (FAN) is all set to organise a flower expo in Godavari of Pokhara with the objective to promote flower business in Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Floriculture Association of Nepal (FAN) is all set to organise a flower expo in Godavari of Pokhara with the objective to promote flower business in Nepal. 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He is the founder of Drik Picture Library, Pathshala South Asian Media Institute, Chobi Mela International Festival of Photography and Majority World, all groundbreaking Bangladeshi institutions.</p> <p>The decision to confer this year’s Photo Kathmandu Award of Excellence to Dr Shahidul Alam was unanimously reached among the Photo Kathmandu 2018 Awards organising committee that included Bikas Rauniar (senior nepali photojournalist), Bikas Karki, (president of Photojournalist Club Nepal and photo editor of Annapurna Post) and Sagar Shrestha (president of National Forum of Photojournalists).</p> <p>Photo Kathmandu is an international photography festival organized by photo.circle. The festival presents exhibitions, workshops, and a diverse range of public programmes to Kathmandu audiences and international visitors once every two years.</p> <p>The festival is organized by photo.circle in collaboration with Sikhshya Foundation which is sponsored by various organizations including National Geography Television, Nepal Tourism Board among others.</p> <p>The event which was inaugurated on October 12 will conclude on November 16. Photos from various renowned photographers from Nepal and abroad are being exhibited in the photo festival.</p> <p>The organizers had also hosted an interaction program on October 25 where individuals had interacted with Prabal Gurung, iconic American-Nepalese fashion designer and founder of Sikhshya Nepal in Mangal Bazar.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9153', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9374', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'The Last Resort organizes retreat', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: The Last Resort Adventure Pvt Ltd situated in Bhote Koshi Rural Municipality organized a retreat for journalists from various media houses.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: The Last Resort Adventure Pvt Ltd situated in Bhote Koshi Rural Municipality organized a retreat for journalists from various media houses.</p> <p>The two-day retreat organized by the resort was attended by 14 media persons on October 29 and 30.</p> <p>The organizer conducted various adventurous activities on the occasion. The team visiting the Last Resort for retreat performed rock climbing, abseiling, bungee jumping and canyoning. Besides, facilities like transportation, food and accommodation were also arranged by the organizing committee.</p> <p>Bhuwan Sharma, general manager of the Last Resort, informed New Business Age that the retreat is a part of a package offered to corporate houses aimed at team building activities. The participating journalists informed that the retreat activities gave them a memorable experience and helped them extend their network amongst each other. </p> <p> The resort established in 1999 AD has been offering various adventure sports activities.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-11-02', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9152', 'image' => '20181031034659_20181030_121507.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9373', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Syangja to host Paragliding World Cup from Thursday', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Syangja is all set to host the world paragliding championship from November 1 to 4 in Swarek of Bhirkot Municipality.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Syangja is all set to host the world paragliding championship from November 1 to 4 in Swarek of Bhirkot Municipality.</p> <p>The world championship is being organised jointly by the 11 local units of Syangja in association with Nepal Paragliding and Handgliding Association, Nepal Air Sports Association and Babu Adventure Club, Syangja.</p> <p>The organisers said that the venue of the championship, which was initially proposed to be held in Pokhara, was shifted to Syangja after Pokhara Municipality failed to provide ground for the competition.</p> <p>The competition requires at least 100 square meters of space for landing, which the Pokhara Municipality could not provide.</p> <p>Ananta Kumar Shrestha, member of the organising committee, confirmed that preparations for the Paragliding Accuracy World Cup has been complete.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9151', 'image' => '20181031031043_paragliding.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9372', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Action against Industries in Hetauda Industrial Estate', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Hetauda Industrial District Management Office has started the process to take action against the industries which are operating without following the standards of Hetauda Industrial Estate.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Hetauda Industrial District Management Office has started the process to take action against the industries which are operating without following the standards of Hetauda Industrial Estate.</p> <p>The office, from Tuesday, initiated action against a total of 27 industries, which are operating without following the criteria set by the industrial estate. According to the office, it has already taken action against five industries.</p> <p>“The office is all set to scrap the agreement with the industries which are yet to operate the industry even after acquiring land,” said Nepal Bhusan Baidhya, chief of the Hetauda Industrial District Management Office.</p> <p>The office has asked the industries to operate as per the criteria set by the industrial estate within next three months. The office has also asked the industries which have already acquired land to build required infrastructures to operate the factory within the next six months. </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9150', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9371', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Siddhartha Bank supports Teach for Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement to support the initiative of Teach for Nepal to strengthen education at public schools across the country.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement to support the initiative of Teach for Nepal to strengthen education at public schools across the country. In this regard, the bank provided a checque of Rs 500,000 to Teach for Nepal under its corporate social responsibility in order to provide quality education in rural areas of Nepal.</p> <p>The bank said that its support will help Teach for Nepal in deploying volunteers in remote areas to teach for two years.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9149', 'image' => '20181031122707_tfn.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9370', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Siddhartha Bank, Medicity Hospital sign Agreement', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital for providing discounts to its customers at the hospital.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital for providing discounts to its customers at the hospital.</p> <p>Issuing a press statement, the bank said that its debit/credit card holders, customers and employees can avail discounts at the hospital for various services.</p> <p>The hospital’s General Manager Bijay Rimal and the bank’s Deputy General Manager Suresh Raj Maharjan signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organisations amid a recent function.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9148', 'image' => '20181031122112_siddharthaa.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9369', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'The Colt Foundation Awards Scholarship to Sherpa', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: The Colt Foundation of Britain has awarded scholarship to Futi Sherpa of Fungling, Taplejung, to study four years BBA programme at the British College. ', 'content' => '<p>October 31: The Colt Foundation of Britain has awarded scholarship to Futi Sherpa of Fungling, Taplejung, to study four years BBA programme at the British College. According to the college, the scholarship will cover tuition fees, exam fees, accommodation, personal maintenance allowance, travel costs and other programme related costs for four years.</p> <p>CEO of the British College, Rajen Kandel, said, " A small push can be a giant leap, we hope this scholarship will act as a stepping stone in achieving Sherpa’s goals and dreams. The college hopes to offer such positive reinforcements to upcoming students through grants offered by the Colt Foundation.”</p> <p>The Colt Foundation, established on August 28, 1978 by the O'Hea family, awards fellowships each year to qualified students enrolled at UK universities.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9147', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9368', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hero Awards Rs 100,000 to Tharu', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Ram Prasad Tharu has won Rs 100,000 under Hero’s festive offer. ', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Ram Prasad Tharu has won Rs 100,000 under Hero’s festive offer. Issuing a press statement, the company said that Tharu won the lucky draw during the “Dashain Tihar Banne Cha Heromanchak” offer announced by Nepal General Marketing Pvt Ltd, the authorised distributor of Hero two-wheelers in Nepal.</p> <p>Under the offer, customers of Hero were given Rs 6000 cash discount on purchase of motorbikes and Rs 8000 discount on purchase of scooters. In addition, they were given a chance to win Rs 1000 to 100,000 from scratch card.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9146', 'image' => '20181031121005_Mneomonic_Dashain HEROMANCHAK.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9367', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'NTB Promotes Nepal’s Adventure Tourism in Austria ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and Trekking Agency Association of Nepal (TAAN) organised tourism promotion programme in Austria to promote adventure tourism in Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and Trekking Agency Association of Nepal (TAAN) organised tourism promotion programme in Austria to promote adventure tourism in Nepal.</p> <p>NTB informed New Business Age that the Nepali delegation organised the event to inform about Nepal’s adventure tourism destination.</p> <p>NTB’s senior spokesperspon Sunil Sharma said that the two-day programme had informed about different tourism activities and adventures tourism destination in Nepal. Stating that European tourists record the highest number of participants in Nepal’s adventure tourism, Sharma shared that such programmes would help in contributing to the tourism activities in Nepal.</p> <p>Likewise, the programme also disseminated information about different adventures activities in Nepal such as mountaineering, trekking, cycling, paragliding, observation of wildlife, hunting etc.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9145', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9366', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Global IME Bank’s Complementary Cinema Tickets', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Global IME Bank has announced to offer a complementary cinema ticket for the users of its mobile banking application, Global Smart, on purchase of two tickets of Q’s Cinema.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Global IME Bank has announced to offer a complementary cinema ticket for the users of its mobile banking application, Global Smart, on purchase of two tickets of Q’s Cinema.</p> <p>Under this scheme, Global Smart users are eligible for the complementary tickets for making payment of two tickets of Q’s Cinema through QR Code.</p> <p>The bank has been providing its services through a network of 132 branches, 140 ATMs, six extension counters, 15 revenue collection counters, 104 branchless banking facilities and 3000 representatives across the country.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9144', 'image' => '20181030025448_global IME.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9365', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Prabhu Bank in Thankot', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Prabhu Bank has opened a new branch in Thankot of Chandragiri Municipality of Kathmandu district.', 'content' => '<p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">October 30: Prabhu Bank has opened a new branch in Thankot of Chandragiri Municipality of Kathmandu district.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Chairman of Bagmati Dealers Association, Achyut Bahadur Khadka inaugurated the branch amid an event on Monday, October 29.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">The bank in a statement said that the new branch was opened to facilitate the transaction of the Nepal Oil Corporation’s depot in Thankot. The bank also expressed its belief that the locals and entrepreneurs of the area will benefit from the services of the new branch.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Likewise, the branch will be providing all kinds of modern banking facilities, according to a statement issued by the bank.</span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9143', 'image' => '20181030024629_download.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9364', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Flower Expo in Pokhara from Friday', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Floriculture Association of Nepal (FAN) is all set to organise a flower expo in Godavari of Pokhara with the objective to promote flower business in Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Floriculture Association of Nepal (FAN) is all set to organise a flower expo in Godavari of Pokhara with the objective to promote flower business in Nepal. The association said that the four-day exhibition will start on November 2 and conclude on November 5. Altogether 450 kinds of flowers will be displayed during the expo, according to Daya Kumar Dwa, immediate past president of Kaski chapter of FAN. The exhibition will feature 30 stalls.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9142', 'image' => '20181030023646_Flowers.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9363', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Kali Gandaki Transmission Line Expected to be Ready this FY', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: The Kali Gandaki Transmission Mechanism, which was developed with the aim to connect the hydro-electricity generated from Kali Gandaki River basin to the national grid, is expected to be complete within this fiscal year.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: The Kali Gandaki Transmission Mechanism, which was developed with the aim to connect the hydro-electricity generated from Kali Gandaki River basin to the national grid, is expected to be complete within this fiscal year. Installation of both towers and sub-stations are being carried side by side for the 39 km transmission line from Kusma of Parbat to Dana of Myagdi district.</p> <p>According to Nepal Electricity Authority’s Director Kul Man Ghising, approximately 60 percent of the transmission mechanism has been completed. Ghising informed that the construction of the foundation of towers, installation of towers and all sub-stations are being carried out without any delay. He further added that the power evacuation will be initiated after finishing the construction work within this fiscal year.</p> <p>Under the distribution network, 110 towers and two substations each at Kusma of Parbat and Dana of Myagdi will be installed. Ghising said that they have given more emphasis to finish this project than other similar projects.</p> <p>The project is expected to complete in the stipulated time as there is not hassles in acquiring land and forests, said the project chief Chandan Kumar Ghosh.</p> <p>“The first phase of the work will be completed within this fiscal year,” said Ghos adding, “After that, extension of transmission line (87.8 km) from Kusma to Ramnagar of Nawalparasi will be initiated in the second phase of the project.” </p> <p>At present, 16 hydropower projects have taken permission from the Department of Electricity Development to supply power to the Kali Gandaki Corridor Project. The total capacity of the projects is 739.4 MW.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9141', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9362', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'QDF, Godiva Launch Interactive Display at Hamad Int’l Airport', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has partnered with premium Belgian chocolatier Godiva to launch its first in-store interactive wall display in travel retail designed to appeal to chocolate-loving passengers travelling through the Hamad International Airport (HIA).', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has partnered with premium Belgian chocolatier Godiva to launch its first in-store interactive wall display in travel retail designed to appeal to chocolate-loving passengers travelling through the Hamad International Airport (HIA).</p> <p>This next-generation innovative installation is equipped with a unique, built-in concierge application designed to offer customers their perfect choice of product, reads a statement issued by Qatar Airways.</p> <p>According to the statement, shoppers are asked to answer a series of questions through the application, allowing it to identify their perfect Godiva chocolate gift box to match their tastes.</p> <p>Godiva’s president for global sales, Matthew Hodges, said, “The idea of the interactive wallbay, which is a first for Godiva, was borne of the realisation that today’s consumers shop in a different way to their predecessors. They are looking for engagement with the brand, for an interaction which makes them feel valued and appreciated. This joint project with QDF will enhance the appeal of our gifting items and, through the clever use of technology, make it easy for millennials to purchase products based on their specific needs.”</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9140', 'image' => '20181030011644_aaaa.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9361', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hankook Tire Appoints LH Services and Spare Parts as Authorized Distributor for Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Hankook Tire has appointed LH Services and Spare Parts (LHSS) as its authorized distributor for Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Hankook Tire has appointed LH Services and Spare Parts (LHSS) as its authorized distributor for Nepal.</p> <p>LHSS was established by Laxmi Group in 2018 as per the company’s vision to be a “one stop solution for all of consumer’s mobility needs”.</p> <p>A press statement issued by LHSS states that the company houses globally leading brands of automotive components and accessories and is currently engaged in battery, lubricant and tire business. </p> <p>According to the statement, South Korean brand Hankook has a strong presence in PCR, LTR, SUV and TBR segments.</p> <p>“Hankook tires assures high fuel efficiency, low shock and noise, better traction and higher tire life,” the statement reads.</p> <p>LHSS said it is currently importing the Hankook tires from two of its factories based in Indonesia and Korea.</p> <p>Hankook has been in Nepal for the last few years, but decided to join hands with Laxmi Group as the brand seeks to promote its products more aggressively in the Nepalese market.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9139', 'image' => '20181030010427_Hankook Tire Launch 2.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ) ) $current_user = null $logged_in = false $article = array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9364', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Flower Expo in Pokhara from Friday', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Floriculture Association of Nepal (FAN) is all set to organise a flower expo in Godavari of Pokhara with the objective to promote flower business in Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Floriculture Association of Nepal (FAN) is all set to organise a flower expo in Godavari of Pokhara with the objective to promote flower business in Nepal. 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He is the founder of Drik Picture Library, Pathshala South Asian Media Institute, Chobi Mela International Festival of Photography and Majority World, all groundbreaking Bangladeshi institutions.</p> <p>The decision to confer this year’s Photo Kathmandu Award of Excellence to Dr Shahidul Alam was unanimously reached among the Photo Kathmandu 2018 Awards organising committee that included Bikas Rauniar (senior nepali photojournalist), Bikas Karki, (president of Photojournalist Club Nepal and photo editor of Annapurna Post) and Sagar Shrestha (president of National Forum of Photojournalists).</p> <p>Photo Kathmandu is an international photography festival organized by photo.circle. The festival presents exhibitions, workshops, and a diverse range of public programmes to Kathmandu audiences and international visitors once every two years.</p> <p>The festival is organized by photo.circle in collaboration with Sikhshya Foundation which is sponsored by various organizations including National Geography Television, Nepal Tourism Board among others.</p> <p>The event which was inaugurated on October 12 will conclude on November 16. Photos from various renowned photographers from Nepal and abroad are being exhibited in the photo festival.</p> <p>The organizers had also hosted an interaction program on October 25 where individuals had interacted with Prabal Gurung, iconic American-Nepalese fashion designer and founder of Sikhshya Nepal in Mangal Bazar.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9153', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9374', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'The Last Resort organizes retreat', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: The Last Resort Adventure Pvt Ltd situated in Bhote Koshi Rural Municipality organized a retreat for journalists from various media houses.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: The Last Resort Adventure Pvt Ltd situated in Bhote Koshi Rural Municipality organized a retreat for journalists from various media houses.</p> <p>The two-day retreat organized by the resort was attended by 14 media persons on October 29 and 30.</p> <p>The organizer conducted various adventurous activities on the occasion. The team visiting the Last Resort for retreat performed rock climbing, abseiling, bungee jumping and canyoning. Besides, facilities like transportation, food and accommodation were also arranged by the organizing committee.</p> <p>Bhuwan Sharma, general manager of the Last Resort, informed New Business Age that the retreat is a part of a package offered to corporate houses aimed at team building activities. The participating journalists informed that the retreat activities gave them a memorable experience and helped them extend their network amongst each other. </p> <p> The resort established in 1999 AD has been offering various adventure sports activities.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-11-02', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9152', 'image' => '20181031034659_20181030_121507.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9373', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Syangja to host Paragliding World Cup from Thursday', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Syangja is all set to host the world paragliding championship from November 1 to 4 in Swarek of Bhirkot Municipality.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Syangja is all set to host the world paragliding championship from November 1 to 4 in Swarek of Bhirkot Municipality.</p> <p>The world championship is being organised jointly by the 11 local units of Syangja in association with Nepal Paragliding and Handgliding Association, Nepal Air Sports Association and Babu Adventure Club, Syangja.</p> <p>The organisers said that the venue of the championship, which was initially proposed to be held in Pokhara, was shifted to Syangja after Pokhara Municipality failed to provide ground for the competition.</p> <p>The competition requires at least 100 square meters of space for landing, which the Pokhara Municipality could not provide.</p> <p>Ananta Kumar Shrestha, member of the organising committee, confirmed that preparations for the Paragliding Accuracy World Cup has been complete.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9151', 'image' => '20181031031043_paragliding.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9372', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Action against Industries in Hetauda Industrial Estate', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Hetauda Industrial District Management Office has started the process to take action against the industries which are operating without following the standards of Hetauda Industrial Estate.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Hetauda Industrial District Management Office has started the process to take action against the industries which are operating without following the standards of Hetauda Industrial Estate.</p> <p>The office, from Tuesday, initiated action against a total of 27 industries, which are operating without following the criteria set by the industrial estate. According to the office, it has already taken action against five industries.</p> <p>“The office is all set to scrap the agreement with the industries which are yet to operate the industry even after acquiring land,” said Nepal Bhusan Baidhya, chief of the Hetauda Industrial District Management Office.</p> <p>The office has asked the industries to operate as per the criteria set by the industrial estate within next three months. The office has also asked the industries which have already acquired land to build required infrastructures to operate the factory within the next six months. </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9150', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9371', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Siddhartha Bank supports Teach for Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement to support the initiative of Teach for Nepal to strengthen education at public schools across the country.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement to support the initiative of Teach for Nepal to strengthen education at public schools across the country. In this regard, the bank provided a checque of Rs 500,000 to Teach for Nepal under its corporate social responsibility in order to provide quality education in rural areas of Nepal.</p> <p>The bank said that its support will help Teach for Nepal in deploying volunteers in remote areas to teach for two years.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9149', 'image' => '20181031122707_tfn.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9370', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Siddhartha Bank, Medicity Hospital sign Agreement', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital for providing discounts to its customers at the hospital.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital for providing discounts to its customers at the hospital.</p> <p>Issuing a press statement, the bank said that its debit/credit card holders, customers and employees can avail discounts at the hospital for various services.</p> <p>The hospital’s General Manager Bijay Rimal and the bank’s Deputy General Manager Suresh Raj Maharjan signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organisations amid a recent function.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9148', 'image' => '20181031122112_siddharthaa.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9369', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'The Colt Foundation Awards Scholarship to Sherpa', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: The Colt Foundation of Britain has awarded scholarship to Futi Sherpa of Fungling, Taplejung, to study four years BBA programme at the British College. ', 'content' => '<p>October 31: The Colt Foundation of Britain has awarded scholarship to Futi Sherpa of Fungling, Taplejung, to study four years BBA programme at the British College. According to the college, the scholarship will cover tuition fees, exam fees, accommodation, personal maintenance allowance, travel costs and other programme related costs for four years.</p> <p>CEO of the British College, Rajen Kandel, said, " A small push can be a giant leap, we hope this scholarship will act as a stepping stone in achieving Sherpa’s goals and dreams. The college hopes to offer such positive reinforcements to upcoming students through grants offered by the Colt Foundation.”</p> <p>The Colt Foundation, established on August 28, 1978 by the O'Hea family, awards fellowships each year to qualified students enrolled at UK universities.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9147', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9368', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hero Awards Rs 100,000 to Tharu', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Ram Prasad Tharu has won Rs 100,000 under Hero’s festive offer. ', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Ram Prasad Tharu has won Rs 100,000 under Hero’s festive offer. Issuing a press statement, the company said that Tharu won the lucky draw during the “Dashain Tihar Banne Cha Heromanchak” offer announced by Nepal General Marketing Pvt Ltd, the authorised distributor of Hero two-wheelers in Nepal.</p> <p>Under the offer, customers of Hero were given Rs 6000 cash discount on purchase of motorbikes and Rs 8000 discount on purchase of scooters. In addition, they were given a chance to win Rs 1000 to 100,000 from scratch card.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9146', 'image' => '20181031121005_Mneomonic_Dashain HEROMANCHAK.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9367', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'NTB Promotes Nepal’s Adventure Tourism in Austria ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and Trekking Agency Association of Nepal (TAAN) organised tourism promotion programme in Austria to promote adventure tourism in Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and Trekking Agency Association of Nepal (TAAN) organised tourism promotion programme in Austria to promote adventure tourism in Nepal.</p> <p>NTB informed New Business Age that the Nepali delegation organised the event to inform about Nepal’s adventure tourism destination.</p> <p>NTB’s senior spokesperspon Sunil Sharma said that the two-day programme had informed about different tourism activities and adventures tourism destination in Nepal. Stating that European tourists record the highest number of participants in Nepal’s adventure tourism, Sharma shared that such programmes would help in contributing to the tourism activities in Nepal.</p> <p>Likewise, the programme also disseminated information about different adventures activities in Nepal such as mountaineering, trekking, cycling, paragliding, observation of wildlife, hunting etc.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9145', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9366', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Global IME Bank’s Complementary Cinema Tickets', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Global IME Bank has announced to offer a complementary cinema ticket for the users of its mobile banking application, Global Smart, on purchase of two tickets of Q’s Cinema.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Global IME Bank has announced to offer a complementary cinema ticket for the users of its mobile banking application, Global Smart, on purchase of two tickets of Q’s Cinema.</p> <p>Under this scheme, Global Smart users are eligible for the complementary tickets for making payment of two tickets of Q’s Cinema through QR Code.</p> <p>The bank has been providing its services through a network of 132 branches, 140 ATMs, six extension counters, 15 revenue collection counters, 104 branchless banking facilities and 3000 representatives across the country.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9144', 'image' => '20181030025448_global IME.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9365', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Prabhu Bank in Thankot', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Prabhu Bank has opened a new branch in Thankot of Chandragiri Municipality of Kathmandu district.', 'content' => '<p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">October 30: Prabhu Bank has opened a new branch in Thankot of Chandragiri Municipality of Kathmandu district.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Chairman of Bagmati Dealers Association, Achyut Bahadur Khadka inaugurated the branch amid an event on Monday, October 29.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">The bank in a statement said that the new branch was opened to facilitate the transaction of the Nepal Oil Corporation’s depot in Thankot. The bank also expressed its belief that the locals and entrepreneurs of the area will benefit from the services of the new branch.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Likewise, the branch will be providing all kinds of modern banking facilities, according to a statement issued by the bank.</span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9143', 'image' => '20181030024629_download.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9364', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Flower Expo in Pokhara from Friday', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Floriculture Association of Nepal (FAN) is all set to organise a flower expo in Godavari of Pokhara with the objective to promote flower business in Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Floriculture Association of Nepal (FAN) is all set to organise a flower expo in Godavari of Pokhara with the objective to promote flower business in Nepal. The association said that the four-day exhibition will start on November 2 and conclude on November 5. Altogether 450 kinds of flowers will be displayed during the expo, according to Daya Kumar Dwa, immediate past president of Kaski chapter of FAN. The exhibition will feature 30 stalls.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9142', 'image' => '20181030023646_Flowers.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9363', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Kali Gandaki Transmission Line Expected to be Ready this FY', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: The Kali Gandaki Transmission Mechanism, which was developed with the aim to connect the hydro-electricity generated from Kali Gandaki River basin to the national grid, is expected to be complete within this fiscal year.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: The Kali Gandaki Transmission Mechanism, which was developed with the aim to connect the hydro-electricity generated from Kali Gandaki River basin to the national grid, is expected to be complete within this fiscal year. Installation of both towers and sub-stations are being carried side by side for the 39 km transmission line from Kusma of Parbat to Dana of Myagdi district.</p> <p>According to Nepal Electricity Authority’s Director Kul Man Ghising, approximately 60 percent of the transmission mechanism has been completed. Ghising informed that the construction of the foundation of towers, installation of towers and all sub-stations are being carried out without any delay. He further added that the power evacuation will be initiated after finishing the construction work within this fiscal year.</p> <p>Under the distribution network, 110 towers and two substations each at Kusma of Parbat and Dana of Myagdi will be installed. Ghising said that they have given more emphasis to finish this project than other similar projects.</p> <p>The project is expected to complete in the stipulated time as there is not hassles in acquiring land and forests, said the project chief Chandan Kumar Ghosh.</p> <p>“The first phase of the work will be completed within this fiscal year,” said Ghos adding, “After that, extension of transmission line (87.8 km) from Kusma to Ramnagar of Nawalparasi will be initiated in the second phase of the project.” </p> <p>At present, 16 hydropower projects have taken permission from the Department of Electricity Development to supply power to the Kali Gandaki Corridor Project. The total capacity of the projects is 739.4 MW.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9141', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9362', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'QDF, Godiva Launch Interactive Display at Hamad Int’l Airport', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has partnered with premium Belgian chocolatier Godiva to launch its first in-store interactive wall display in travel retail designed to appeal to chocolate-loving passengers travelling through the Hamad International Airport (HIA).', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has partnered with premium Belgian chocolatier Godiva to launch its first in-store interactive wall display in travel retail designed to appeal to chocolate-loving passengers travelling through the Hamad International Airport (HIA).</p> <p>This next-generation innovative installation is equipped with a unique, built-in concierge application designed to offer customers their perfect choice of product, reads a statement issued by Qatar Airways.</p> <p>According to the statement, shoppers are asked to answer a series of questions through the application, allowing it to identify their perfect Godiva chocolate gift box to match their tastes.</p> <p>Godiva’s president for global sales, Matthew Hodges, said, “The idea of the interactive wallbay, which is a first for Godiva, was borne of the realisation that today’s consumers shop in a different way to their predecessors. They are looking for engagement with the brand, for an interaction which makes them feel valued and appreciated. This joint project with QDF will enhance the appeal of our gifting items and, through the clever use of technology, make it easy for millennials to purchase products based on their specific needs.”</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9140', 'image' => '20181030011644_aaaa.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9361', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hankook Tire Appoints LH Services and Spare Parts as Authorized Distributor for Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Hankook Tire has appointed LH Services and Spare Parts (LHSS) as its authorized distributor for Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Hankook Tire has appointed LH Services and Spare Parts (LHSS) as its authorized distributor for Nepal.</p> <p>LHSS was established by Laxmi Group in 2018 as per the company’s vision to be a “one stop solution for all of consumer’s mobility needs”.</p> <p>A press statement issued by LHSS states that the company houses globally leading brands of automotive components and accessories and is currently engaged in battery, lubricant and tire business. </p> <p>According to the statement, South Korean brand Hankook has a strong presence in PCR, LTR, SUV and TBR segments.</p> <p>“Hankook tires assures high fuel efficiency, low shock and noise, better traction and higher tire life,” the statement reads.</p> <p>LHSS said it is currently importing the Hankook tires from two of its factories based in Indonesia and Korea.</p> <p>Hankook has been in Nepal for the last few years, but decided to join hands with Laxmi Group as the brand seeks to promote its products more aggressively in the Nepalese market.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9139', 'image' => '20181030010427_Hankook Tire Launch 2.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ) ) $current_user = null $logged_in = false $article = array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9362', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'QDF, Godiva Launch Interactive Display at Hamad Int’l Airport', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has partnered with premium Belgian chocolatier Godiva to launch its first in-store interactive wall display in travel retail designed to appeal to chocolate-loving passengers travelling through the Hamad International Airport (HIA).', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has partnered with premium Belgian chocolatier Godiva to launch its first in-store interactive wall display in travel retail designed to appeal to chocolate-loving passengers travelling through the Hamad International Airport (HIA).</p> <p>This next-generation innovative installation is equipped with a unique, built-in concierge application designed to offer customers their perfect choice of product, reads a statement issued by Qatar Airways.</p> <p>According to the statement, shoppers are asked to answer a series of questions through the application, allowing it to identify their perfect Godiva chocolate gift box to match their tastes.</p> <p>Godiva’s president for global sales, Matthew Hodges, said, “The idea of the interactive wallbay, which is a first for Godiva, was borne of the realisation that today’s consumers shop in a different way to their predecessors. 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He is the founder of Drik Picture Library, Pathshala South Asian Media Institute, Chobi Mela International Festival of Photography and Majority World, all groundbreaking Bangladeshi institutions.</p> <p>The decision to confer this year’s Photo Kathmandu Award of Excellence to Dr Shahidul Alam was unanimously reached among the Photo Kathmandu 2018 Awards organising committee that included Bikas Rauniar (senior nepali photojournalist), Bikas Karki, (president of Photojournalist Club Nepal and photo editor of Annapurna Post) and Sagar Shrestha (president of National Forum of Photojournalists).</p> <p>Photo Kathmandu is an international photography festival organized by photo.circle. The festival presents exhibitions, workshops, and a diverse range of public programmes to Kathmandu audiences and international visitors once every two years.</p> <p>The festival is organized by photo.circle in collaboration with Sikhshya Foundation which is sponsored by various organizations including National Geography Television, Nepal Tourism Board among others.</p> <p>The event which was inaugurated on October 12 will conclude on November 16. Photos from various renowned photographers from Nepal and abroad are being exhibited in the photo festival.</p> <p>The organizers had also hosted an interaction program on October 25 where individuals had interacted with Prabal Gurung, iconic American-Nepalese fashion designer and founder of Sikhshya Nepal in Mangal Bazar.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9153', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9374', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'The Last Resort organizes retreat', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: The Last Resort Adventure Pvt Ltd situated in Bhote Koshi Rural Municipality organized a retreat for journalists from various media houses.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: The Last Resort Adventure Pvt Ltd situated in Bhote Koshi Rural Municipality organized a retreat for journalists from various media houses.</p> <p>The two-day retreat organized by the resort was attended by 14 media persons on October 29 and 30.</p> <p>The organizer conducted various adventurous activities on the occasion. The team visiting the Last Resort for retreat performed rock climbing, abseiling, bungee jumping and canyoning. Besides, facilities like transportation, food and accommodation were also arranged by the organizing committee.</p> <p>Bhuwan Sharma, general manager of the Last Resort, informed New Business Age that the retreat is a part of a package offered to corporate houses aimed at team building activities. The participating journalists informed that the retreat activities gave them a memorable experience and helped them extend their network amongst each other. </p> <p> The resort established in 1999 AD has been offering various adventure sports activities.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-11-02', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9152', 'image' => '20181031034659_20181030_121507.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9373', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Syangja to host Paragliding World Cup from Thursday', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Syangja is all set to host the world paragliding championship from November 1 to 4 in Swarek of Bhirkot Municipality.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Syangja is all set to host the world paragliding championship from November 1 to 4 in Swarek of Bhirkot Municipality.</p> <p>The world championship is being organised jointly by the 11 local units of Syangja in association with Nepal Paragliding and Handgliding Association, Nepal Air Sports Association and Babu Adventure Club, Syangja.</p> <p>The organisers said that the venue of the championship, which was initially proposed to be held in Pokhara, was shifted to Syangja after Pokhara Municipality failed to provide ground for the competition.</p> <p>The competition requires at least 100 square meters of space for landing, which the Pokhara Municipality could not provide.</p> <p>Ananta Kumar Shrestha, member of the organising committee, confirmed that preparations for the Paragliding Accuracy World Cup has been complete.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9151', 'image' => '20181031031043_paragliding.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9372', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Action against Industries in Hetauda Industrial Estate', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Hetauda Industrial District Management Office has started the process to take action against the industries which are operating without following the standards of Hetauda Industrial Estate.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Hetauda Industrial District Management Office has started the process to take action against the industries which are operating without following the standards of Hetauda Industrial Estate.</p> <p>The office, from Tuesday, initiated action against a total of 27 industries, which are operating without following the criteria set by the industrial estate. According to the office, it has already taken action against five industries.</p> <p>“The office is all set to scrap the agreement with the industries which are yet to operate the industry even after acquiring land,” said Nepal Bhusan Baidhya, chief of the Hetauda Industrial District Management Office.</p> <p>The office has asked the industries to operate as per the criteria set by the industrial estate within next three months. The office has also asked the industries which have already acquired land to build required infrastructures to operate the factory within the next six months. </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9150', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9371', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Siddhartha Bank supports Teach for Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement to support the initiative of Teach for Nepal to strengthen education at public schools across the country.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement to support the initiative of Teach for Nepal to strengthen education at public schools across the country. In this regard, the bank provided a checque of Rs 500,000 to Teach for Nepal under its corporate social responsibility in order to provide quality education in rural areas of Nepal.</p> <p>The bank said that its support will help Teach for Nepal in deploying volunteers in remote areas to teach for two years.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9149', 'image' => '20181031122707_tfn.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9370', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Siddhartha Bank, Medicity Hospital sign Agreement', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital for providing discounts to its customers at the hospital.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital for providing discounts to its customers at the hospital.</p> <p>Issuing a press statement, the bank said that its debit/credit card holders, customers and employees can avail discounts at the hospital for various services.</p> <p>The hospital’s General Manager Bijay Rimal and the bank’s Deputy General Manager Suresh Raj Maharjan signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organisations amid a recent function.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9148', 'image' => '20181031122112_siddharthaa.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9369', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'The Colt Foundation Awards Scholarship to Sherpa', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: The Colt Foundation of Britain has awarded scholarship to Futi Sherpa of Fungling, Taplejung, to study four years BBA programme at the British College. ', 'content' => '<p>October 31: The Colt Foundation of Britain has awarded scholarship to Futi Sherpa of Fungling, Taplejung, to study four years BBA programme at the British College. According to the college, the scholarship will cover tuition fees, exam fees, accommodation, personal maintenance allowance, travel costs and other programme related costs for four years.</p> <p>CEO of the British College, Rajen Kandel, said, " A small push can be a giant leap, we hope this scholarship will act as a stepping stone in achieving Sherpa’s goals and dreams. The college hopes to offer such positive reinforcements to upcoming students through grants offered by the Colt Foundation.”</p> <p>The Colt Foundation, established on August 28, 1978 by the O'Hea family, awards fellowships each year to qualified students enrolled at UK universities.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9147', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9368', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hero Awards Rs 100,000 to Tharu', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Ram Prasad Tharu has won Rs 100,000 under Hero’s festive offer. ', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Ram Prasad Tharu has won Rs 100,000 under Hero’s festive offer. Issuing a press statement, the company said that Tharu won the lucky draw during the “Dashain Tihar Banne Cha Heromanchak” offer announced by Nepal General Marketing Pvt Ltd, the authorised distributor of Hero two-wheelers in Nepal.</p> <p>Under the offer, customers of Hero were given Rs 6000 cash discount on purchase of motorbikes and Rs 8000 discount on purchase of scooters. In addition, they were given a chance to win Rs 1000 to 100,000 from scratch card.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9146', 'image' => '20181031121005_Mneomonic_Dashain HEROMANCHAK.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9367', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'NTB Promotes Nepal’s Adventure Tourism in Austria ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and Trekking Agency Association of Nepal (TAAN) organised tourism promotion programme in Austria to promote adventure tourism in Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and Trekking Agency Association of Nepal (TAAN) organised tourism promotion programme in Austria to promote adventure tourism in Nepal.</p> <p>NTB informed New Business Age that the Nepali delegation organised the event to inform about Nepal’s adventure tourism destination.</p> <p>NTB’s senior spokesperspon Sunil Sharma said that the two-day programme had informed about different tourism activities and adventures tourism destination in Nepal. Stating that European tourists record the highest number of participants in Nepal’s adventure tourism, Sharma shared that such programmes would help in contributing to the tourism activities in Nepal.</p> <p>Likewise, the programme also disseminated information about different adventures activities in Nepal such as mountaineering, trekking, cycling, paragliding, observation of wildlife, hunting etc.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9145', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9366', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Global IME Bank’s Complementary Cinema Tickets', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Global IME Bank has announced to offer a complementary cinema ticket for the users of its mobile banking application, Global Smart, on purchase of two tickets of Q’s Cinema.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Global IME Bank has announced to offer a complementary cinema ticket for the users of its mobile banking application, Global Smart, on purchase of two tickets of Q’s Cinema.</p> <p>Under this scheme, Global Smart users are eligible for the complementary tickets for making payment of two tickets of Q’s Cinema through QR Code.</p> <p>The bank has been providing its services through a network of 132 branches, 140 ATMs, six extension counters, 15 revenue collection counters, 104 branchless banking facilities and 3000 representatives across the country.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9144', 'image' => '20181030025448_global IME.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9365', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Prabhu Bank in Thankot', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Prabhu Bank has opened a new branch in Thankot of Chandragiri Municipality of Kathmandu district.', 'content' => '<p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">October 30: Prabhu Bank has opened a new branch in Thankot of Chandragiri Municipality of Kathmandu district.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Chairman of Bagmati Dealers Association, Achyut Bahadur Khadka inaugurated the branch amid an event on Monday, October 29.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">The bank in a statement said that the new branch was opened to facilitate the transaction of the Nepal Oil Corporation’s depot in Thankot. The bank also expressed its belief that the locals and entrepreneurs of the area will benefit from the services of the new branch.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Likewise, the branch will be providing all kinds of modern banking facilities, according to a statement issued by the bank.</span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9143', 'image' => '20181030024629_download.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9364', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Flower Expo in Pokhara from Friday', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Floriculture Association of Nepal (FAN) is all set to organise a flower expo in Godavari of Pokhara with the objective to promote flower business in Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Floriculture Association of Nepal (FAN) is all set to organise a flower expo in Godavari of Pokhara with the objective to promote flower business in Nepal. The association said that the four-day exhibition will start on November 2 and conclude on November 5. Altogether 450 kinds of flowers will be displayed during the expo, according to Daya Kumar Dwa, immediate past president of Kaski chapter of FAN. The exhibition will feature 30 stalls.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9142', 'image' => '20181030023646_Flowers.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9363', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Kali Gandaki Transmission Line Expected to be Ready this FY', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: The Kali Gandaki Transmission Mechanism, which was developed with the aim to connect the hydro-electricity generated from Kali Gandaki River basin to the national grid, is expected to be complete within this fiscal year.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: The Kali Gandaki Transmission Mechanism, which was developed with the aim to connect the hydro-electricity generated from Kali Gandaki River basin to the national grid, is expected to be complete within this fiscal year. Installation of both towers and sub-stations are being carried side by side for the 39 km transmission line from Kusma of Parbat to Dana of Myagdi district.</p> <p>According to Nepal Electricity Authority’s Director Kul Man Ghising, approximately 60 percent of the transmission mechanism has been completed. Ghising informed that the construction of the foundation of towers, installation of towers and all sub-stations are being carried out without any delay. He further added that the power evacuation will be initiated after finishing the construction work within this fiscal year.</p> <p>Under the distribution network, 110 towers and two substations each at Kusma of Parbat and Dana of Myagdi will be installed. Ghising said that they have given more emphasis to finish this project than other similar projects.</p> <p>The project is expected to complete in the stipulated time as there is not hassles in acquiring land and forests, said the project chief Chandan Kumar Ghosh.</p> <p>“The first phase of the work will be completed within this fiscal year,” said Ghos adding, “After that, extension of transmission line (87.8 km) from Kusma to Ramnagar of Nawalparasi will be initiated in the second phase of the project.” </p> <p>At present, 16 hydropower projects have taken permission from the Department of Electricity Development to supply power to the Kali Gandaki Corridor Project. The total capacity of the projects is 739.4 MW.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9141', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9362', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'QDF, Godiva Launch Interactive Display at Hamad Int’l Airport', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has partnered with premium Belgian chocolatier Godiva to launch its first in-store interactive wall display in travel retail designed to appeal to chocolate-loving passengers travelling through the Hamad International Airport (HIA).', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has partnered with premium Belgian chocolatier Godiva to launch its first in-store interactive wall display in travel retail designed to appeal to chocolate-loving passengers travelling through the Hamad International Airport (HIA).</p> <p>This next-generation innovative installation is equipped with a unique, built-in concierge application designed to offer customers their perfect choice of product, reads a statement issued by Qatar Airways.</p> <p>According to the statement, shoppers are asked to answer a series of questions through the application, allowing it to identify their perfect Godiva chocolate gift box to match their tastes.</p> <p>Godiva’s president for global sales, Matthew Hodges, said, “The idea of the interactive wallbay, which is a first for Godiva, was borne of the realisation that today’s consumers shop in a different way to their predecessors. They are looking for engagement with the brand, for an interaction which makes them feel valued and appreciated. This joint project with QDF will enhance the appeal of our gifting items and, through the clever use of technology, make it easy for millennials to purchase products based on their specific needs.”</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9140', 'image' => '20181030011644_aaaa.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9361', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hankook Tire Appoints LH Services and Spare Parts as Authorized Distributor for Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Hankook Tire has appointed LH Services and Spare Parts (LHSS) as its authorized distributor for Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Hankook Tire has appointed LH Services and Spare Parts (LHSS) as its authorized distributor for Nepal.</p> <p>LHSS was established by Laxmi Group in 2018 as per the company’s vision to be a “one stop solution for all of consumer’s mobility needs”.</p> <p>A press statement issued by LHSS states that the company houses globally leading brands of automotive components and accessories and is currently engaged in battery, lubricant and tire business. </p> <p>According to the statement, South Korean brand Hankook has a strong presence in PCR, LTR, SUV and TBR segments.</p> <p>“Hankook tires assures high fuel efficiency, low shock and noise, better traction and higher tire life,” the statement reads.</p> <p>LHSS said it is currently importing the Hankook tires from two of its factories based in Indonesia and Korea.</p> <p>Hankook has been in Nepal for the last few years, but decided to join hands with Laxmi Group as the brand seeks to promote its products more aggressively in the Nepalese market.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9139', 'image' => '20181030010427_Hankook Tire Launch 2.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ) ) $current_user = null $logged_in = false $article = array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9362', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'QDF, Godiva Launch Interactive Display at Hamad Int’l Airport', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has partnered with premium Belgian chocolatier Godiva to launch its first in-store interactive wall display in travel retail designed to appeal to chocolate-loving passengers travelling through the Hamad International Airport (HIA).', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has partnered with premium Belgian chocolatier Godiva to launch its first in-store interactive wall display in travel retail designed to appeal to chocolate-loving passengers travelling through the Hamad International Airport (HIA).</p> <p>This next-generation innovative installation is equipped with a unique, built-in concierge application designed to offer customers their perfect choice of product, reads a statement issued by Qatar Airways.</p> <p>According to the statement, shoppers are asked to answer a series of questions through the application, allowing it to identify their perfect Godiva chocolate gift box to match their tastes.</p> <p>Godiva’s president for global sales, Matthew Hodges, said, “The idea of the interactive wallbay, which is a first for Godiva, was borne of the realisation that today’s consumers shop in a different way to their predecessors. 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October 30: Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has partnered with premium Belgian chocolatier Godiva to launch its first in-store interactive wall display in travel retail designed to appeal to chocolate-loving passengers travelling through the Hamad International Airport…
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He is the founder of Drik Picture Library, Pathshala South Asian Media Institute, Chobi Mela International Festival of Photography and Majority World, all groundbreaking Bangladeshi institutions.</p> <p>The decision to confer this year’s Photo Kathmandu Award of Excellence to Dr Shahidul Alam was unanimously reached among the Photo Kathmandu 2018 Awards organising committee that included Bikas Rauniar (senior nepali photojournalist), Bikas Karki, (president of Photojournalist Club Nepal and photo editor of Annapurna Post) and Sagar Shrestha (president of National Forum of Photojournalists).</p> <p>Photo Kathmandu is an international photography festival organized by photo.circle. The festival presents exhibitions, workshops, and a diverse range of public programmes to Kathmandu audiences and international visitors once every two years.</p> <p>The festival is organized by photo.circle in collaboration with Sikhshya Foundation which is sponsored by various organizations including National Geography Television, Nepal Tourism Board among others.</p> <p>The event which was inaugurated on October 12 will conclude on November 16. Photos from various renowned photographers from Nepal and abroad are being exhibited in the photo festival.</p> <p>The organizers had also hosted an interaction program on October 25 where individuals had interacted with Prabal Gurung, iconic American-Nepalese fashion designer and founder of Sikhshya Nepal in Mangal Bazar.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9153', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9374', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'The Last Resort organizes retreat', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: The Last Resort Adventure Pvt Ltd situated in Bhote Koshi Rural Municipality organized a retreat for journalists from various media houses.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: The Last Resort Adventure Pvt Ltd situated in Bhote Koshi Rural Municipality organized a retreat for journalists from various media houses.</p> <p>The two-day retreat organized by the resort was attended by 14 media persons on October 29 and 30.</p> <p>The organizer conducted various adventurous activities on the occasion. The team visiting the Last Resort for retreat performed rock climbing, abseiling, bungee jumping and canyoning. Besides, facilities like transportation, food and accommodation were also arranged by the organizing committee.</p> <p>Bhuwan Sharma, general manager of the Last Resort, informed New Business Age that the retreat is a part of a package offered to corporate houses aimed at team building activities. The participating journalists informed that the retreat activities gave them a memorable experience and helped them extend their network amongst each other. </p> <p> The resort established in 1999 AD has been offering various adventure sports activities.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-11-02', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9152', 'image' => '20181031034659_20181030_121507.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9373', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Syangja to host Paragliding World Cup from Thursday', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Syangja is all set to host the world paragliding championship from November 1 to 4 in Swarek of Bhirkot Municipality.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Syangja is all set to host the world paragliding championship from November 1 to 4 in Swarek of Bhirkot Municipality.</p> <p>The world championship is being organised jointly by the 11 local units of Syangja in association with Nepal Paragliding and Handgliding Association, Nepal Air Sports Association and Babu Adventure Club, Syangja.</p> <p>The organisers said that the venue of the championship, which was initially proposed to be held in Pokhara, was shifted to Syangja after Pokhara Municipality failed to provide ground for the competition.</p> <p>The competition requires at least 100 square meters of space for landing, which the Pokhara Municipality could not provide.</p> <p>Ananta Kumar Shrestha, member of the organising committee, confirmed that preparations for the Paragliding Accuracy World Cup has been complete.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9151', 'image' => '20181031031043_paragliding.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9372', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Action against Industries in Hetauda Industrial Estate', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Hetauda Industrial District Management Office has started the process to take action against the industries which are operating without following the standards of Hetauda Industrial Estate.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Hetauda Industrial District Management Office has started the process to take action against the industries which are operating without following the standards of Hetauda Industrial Estate.</p> <p>The office, from Tuesday, initiated action against a total of 27 industries, which are operating without following the criteria set by the industrial estate. According to the office, it has already taken action against five industries.</p> <p>“The office is all set to scrap the agreement with the industries which are yet to operate the industry even after acquiring land,” said Nepal Bhusan Baidhya, chief of the Hetauda Industrial District Management Office.</p> <p>The office has asked the industries to operate as per the criteria set by the industrial estate within next three months. The office has also asked the industries which have already acquired land to build required infrastructures to operate the factory within the next six months. </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9150', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9371', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Siddhartha Bank supports Teach for Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement to support the initiative of Teach for Nepal to strengthen education at public schools across the country.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement to support the initiative of Teach for Nepal to strengthen education at public schools across the country. In this regard, the bank provided a checque of Rs 500,000 to Teach for Nepal under its corporate social responsibility in order to provide quality education in rural areas of Nepal.</p> <p>The bank said that its support will help Teach for Nepal in deploying volunteers in remote areas to teach for two years.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9149', 'image' => '20181031122707_tfn.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9370', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Siddhartha Bank, Medicity Hospital sign Agreement', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital for providing discounts to its customers at the hospital.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital for providing discounts to its customers at the hospital.</p> <p>Issuing a press statement, the bank said that its debit/credit card holders, customers and employees can avail discounts at the hospital for various services.</p> <p>The hospital’s General Manager Bijay Rimal and the bank’s Deputy General Manager Suresh Raj Maharjan signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organisations amid a recent function.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9148', 'image' => '20181031122112_siddharthaa.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9369', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'The Colt Foundation Awards Scholarship to Sherpa', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: The Colt Foundation of Britain has awarded scholarship to Futi Sherpa of Fungling, Taplejung, to study four years BBA programme at the British College. ', 'content' => '<p>October 31: The Colt Foundation of Britain has awarded scholarship to Futi Sherpa of Fungling, Taplejung, to study four years BBA programme at the British College. According to the college, the scholarship will cover tuition fees, exam fees, accommodation, personal maintenance allowance, travel costs and other programme related costs for four years.</p> <p>CEO of the British College, Rajen Kandel, said, " A small push can be a giant leap, we hope this scholarship will act as a stepping stone in achieving Sherpa’s goals and dreams. The college hopes to offer such positive reinforcements to upcoming students through grants offered by the Colt Foundation.”</p> <p>The Colt Foundation, established on August 28, 1978 by the O'Hea family, awards fellowships each year to qualified students enrolled at UK universities.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9147', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9368', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hero Awards Rs 100,000 to Tharu', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Ram Prasad Tharu has won Rs 100,000 under Hero’s festive offer. ', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Ram Prasad Tharu has won Rs 100,000 under Hero’s festive offer. Issuing a press statement, the company said that Tharu won the lucky draw during the “Dashain Tihar Banne Cha Heromanchak” offer announced by Nepal General Marketing Pvt Ltd, the authorised distributor of Hero two-wheelers in Nepal.</p> <p>Under the offer, customers of Hero were given Rs 6000 cash discount on purchase of motorbikes and Rs 8000 discount on purchase of scooters. In addition, they were given a chance to win Rs 1000 to 100,000 from scratch card.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9146', 'image' => '20181031121005_Mneomonic_Dashain HEROMANCHAK.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9367', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'NTB Promotes Nepal’s Adventure Tourism in Austria ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and Trekking Agency Association of Nepal (TAAN) organised tourism promotion programme in Austria to promote adventure tourism in Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and Trekking Agency Association of Nepal (TAAN) organised tourism promotion programme in Austria to promote adventure tourism in Nepal.</p> <p>NTB informed New Business Age that the Nepali delegation organised the event to inform about Nepal’s adventure tourism destination.</p> <p>NTB’s senior spokesperspon Sunil Sharma said that the two-day programme had informed about different tourism activities and adventures tourism destination in Nepal. Stating that European tourists record the highest number of participants in Nepal’s adventure tourism, Sharma shared that such programmes would help in contributing to the tourism activities in Nepal.</p> <p>Likewise, the programme also disseminated information about different adventures activities in Nepal such as mountaineering, trekking, cycling, paragliding, observation of wildlife, hunting etc.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9145', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9366', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Global IME Bank’s Complementary Cinema Tickets', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Global IME Bank has announced to offer a complementary cinema ticket for the users of its mobile banking application, Global Smart, on purchase of two tickets of Q’s Cinema.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Global IME Bank has announced to offer a complementary cinema ticket for the users of its mobile banking application, Global Smart, on purchase of two tickets of Q’s Cinema.</p> <p>Under this scheme, Global Smart users are eligible for the complementary tickets for making payment of two tickets of Q’s Cinema through QR Code.</p> <p>The bank has been providing its services through a network of 132 branches, 140 ATMs, six extension counters, 15 revenue collection counters, 104 branchless banking facilities and 3000 representatives across the country.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9144', 'image' => '20181030025448_global IME.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9365', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Prabhu Bank in Thankot', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Prabhu Bank has opened a new branch in Thankot of Chandragiri Municipality of Kathmandu district.', 'content' => '<p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">October 30: Prabhu Bank has opened a new branch in Thankot of Chandragiri Municipality of Kathmandu district.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Chairman of Bagmati Dealers Association, Achyut Bahadur Khadka inaugurated the branch amid an event on Monday, October 29.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">The bank in a statement said that the new branch was opened to facilitate the transaction of the Nepal Oil Corporation’s depot in Thankot. The bank also expressed its belief that the locals and entrepreneurs of the area will benefit from the services of the new branch.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Likewise, the branch will be providing all kinds of modern banking facilities, according to a statement issued by the bank.</span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9143', 'image' => '20181030024629_download.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9364', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Flower Expo in Pokhara from Friday', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Floriculture Association of Nepal (FAN) is all set to organise a flower expo in Godavari of Pokhara with the objective to promote flower business in Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Floriculture Association of Nepal (FAN) is all set to organise a flower expo in Godavari of Pokhara with the objective to promote flower business in Nepal. The association said that the four-day exhibition will start on November 2 and conclude on November 5. Altogether 450 kinds of flowers will be displayed during the expo, according to Daya Kumar Dwa, immediate past president of Kaski chapter of FAN. The exhibition will feature 30 stalls.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9142', 'image' => '20181030023646_Flowers.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9363', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Kali Gandaki Transmission Line Expected to be Ready this FY', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: The Kali Gandaki Transmission Mechanism, which was developed with the aim to connect the hydro-electricity generated from Kali Gandaki River basin to the national grid, is expected to be complete within this fiscal year.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: The Kali Gandaki Transmission Mechanism, which was developed with the aim to connect the hydro-electricity generated from Kali Gandaki River basin to the national grid, is expected to be complete within this fiscal year. Installation of both towers and sub-stations are being carried side by side for the 39 km transmission line from Kusma of Parbat to Dana of Myagdi district.</p> <p>According to Nepal Electricity Authority’s Director Kul Man Ghising, approximately 60 percent of the transmission mechanism has been completed. Ghising informed that the construction of the foundation of towers, installation of towers and all sub-stations are being carried out without any delay. He further added that the power evacuation will be initiated after finishing the construction work within this fiscal year.</p> <p>Under the distribution network, 110 towers and two substations each at Kusma of Parbat and Dana of Myagdi will be installed. Ghising said that they have given more emphasis to finish this project than other similar projects.</p> <p>The project is expected to complete in the stipulated time as there is not hassles in acquiring land and forests, said the project chief Chandan Kumar Ghosh.</p> <p>“The first phase of the work will be completed within this fiscal year,” said Ghos adding, “After that, extension of transmission line (87.8 km) from Kusma to Ramnagar of Nawalparasi will be initiated in the second phase of the project.” </p> <p>At present, 16 hydropower projects have taken permission from the Department of Electricity Development to supply power to the Kali Gandaki Corridor Project. The total capacity of the projects is 739.4 MW.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9141', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9362', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'QDF, Godiva Launch Interactive Display at Hamad Int’l Airport', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has partnered with premium Belgian chocolatier Godiva to launch its first in-store interactive wall display in travel retail designed to appeal to chocolate-loving passengers travelling through the Hamad International Airport (HIA).', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has partnered with premium Belgian chocolatier Godiva to launch its first in-store interactive wall display in travel retail designed to appeal to chocolate-loving passengers travelling through the Hamad International Airport (HIA).</p> <p>This next-generation innovative installation is equipped with a unique, built-in concierge application designed to offer customers their perfect choice of product, reads a statement issued by Qatar Airways.</p> <p>According to the statement, shoppers are asked to answer a series of questions through the application, allowing it to identify their perfect Godiva chocolate gift box to match their tastes.</p> <p>Godiva’s president for global sales, Matthew Hodges, said, “The idea of the interactive wallbay, which is a first for Godiva, was borne of the realisation that today’s consumers shop in a different way to their predecessors. They are looking for engagement with the brand, for an interaction which makes them feel valued and appreciated. This joint project with QDF will enhance the appeal of our gifting items and, through the clever use of technology, make it easy for millennials to purchase products based on their specific needs.”</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9140', 'image' => '20181030011644_aaaa.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9361', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hankook Tire Appoints LH Services and Spare Parts as Authorized Distributor for Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Hankook Tire has appointed LH Services and Spare Parts (LHSS) as its authorized distributor for Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Hankook Tire has appointed LH Services and Spare Parts (LHSS) as its authorized distributor for Nepal.</p> <p>LHSS was established by Laxmi Group in 2018 as per the company’s vision to be a “one stop solution for all of consumer’s mobility needs”.</p> <p>A press statement issued by LHSS states that the company houses globally leading brands of automotive components and accessories and is currently engaged in battery, lubricant and tire business. </p> <p>According to the statement, South Korean brand Hankook has a strong presence in PCR, LTR, SUV and TBR segments.</p> <p>“Hankook tires assures high fuel efficiency, low shock and noise, better traction and higher tire life,” the statement reads.</p> <p>LHSS said it is currently importing the Hankook tires from two of its factories based in Indonesia and Korea.</p> <p>Hankook has been in Nepal for the last few years, but decided to join hands with Laxmi Group as the brand seeks to promote its products more aggressively in the Nepalese market.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9139', 'image' => '20181030010427_Hankook Tire Launch 2.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ) ) $current_user = null $logged_in = false $article = array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9361', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hankook Tire Appoints LH Services and Spare Parts as Authorized Distributor for Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Hankook Tire has appointed LH Services and Spare Parts (LHSS) as its authorized distributor for Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Hankook Tire has appointed LH Services and Spare Parts (LHSS) as its authorized distributor for Nepal.</p> <p>LHSS was established by Laxmi Group in 2018 as per the company’s vision to be a “one stop solution for all of consumer’s mobility needs”.</p> <p>A press statement issued by LHSS states that the company houses globally leading brands of automotive components and accessories and is currently engaged in battery, lubricant and tire business. </p> <p>According to the statement, South Korean brand Hankook has a strong presence in PCR, LTR, SUV and TBR segments.</p> <p>“Hankook tires assures high fuel efficiency, low shock and noise, better traction and higher tire life,” the statement reads.</p> <p>LHSS said it is currently importing the Hankook tires from two of its factories based in Indonesia and Korea.</p> <p>Hankook has been in Nepal for the last few years, but decided to join hands with Laxmi Group as the brand seeks to promote its products more aggressively in the Nepalese market.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9139', 'image' => '20181030010427_Hankook Tire Launch 2.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ) $width = null $height = null $ratio = (float) NAN $img_width = (int) 280 $img_height = (float) NAN $date = '2018-10-30 00:00:00' $dateFromDatabase = (int) 1540836900 $dateTwentyforHoursAgo = (int) 1750856224 $today = '2025-06-26 06:42:04pm' $today2 = (int) 1750942624 $newDate = 'Oct 30, 2018' $commentCount = (int) 0 $word_count = (int) 195 $time_to_read = (float) 0.98 $time_to_read_min = (float) 0 $time_to_read_second = (float) 59getimagesize - [internal], line ?? include - APP/View/Articles/index.ctp, line 35 View::_evaluate() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 971 View::_render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 933 View::render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 473 Controller::render() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 968 Dispatcher::_invoke() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 200 Dispatcher::dispatch() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 167 [main] - APP/webroot/index.php, line 117
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He is the founder of Drik Picture Library, Pathshala South Asian Media Institute, Chobi Mela International Festival of Photography and Majority World, all groundbreaking Bangladeshi institutions.</p> <p>The decision to confer this year’s Photo Kathmandu Award of Excellence to Dr Shahidul Alam was unanimously reached among the Photo Kathmandu 2018 Awards organising committee that included Bikas Rauniar (senior nepali photojournalist), Bikas Karki, (president of Photojournalist Club Nepal and photo editor of Annapurna Post) and Sagar Shrestha (president of National Forum of Photojournalists).</p> <p>Photo Kathmandu is an international photography festival organized by photo.circle. The festival presents exhibitions, workshops, and a diverse range of public programmes to Kathmandu audiences and international visitors once every two years.</p> <p>The festival is organized by photo.circle in collaboration with Sikhshya Foundation which is sponsored by various organizations including National Geography Television, Nepal Tourism Board among others.</p> <p>The event which was inaugurated on October 12 will conclude on November 16. Photos from various renowned photographers from Nepal and abroad are being exhibited in the photo festival.</p> <p>The organizers had also hosted an interaction program on October 25 where individuals had interacted with Prabal Gurung, iconic American-Nepalese fashion designer and founder of Sikhshya Nepal in Mangal Bazar.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9153', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9374', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'The Last Resort organizes retreat', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: The Last Resort Adventure Pvt Ltd situated in Bhote Koshi Rural Municipality organized a retreat for journalists from various media houses.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: The Last Resort Adventure Pvt Ltd situated in Bhote Koshi Rural Municipality organized a retreat for journalists from various media houses.</p> <p>The two-day retreat organized by the resort was attended by 14 media persons on October 29 and 30.</p> <p>The organizer conducted various adventurous activities on the occasion. The team visiting the Last Resort for retreat performed rock climbing, abseiling, bungee jumping and canyoning. Besides, facilities like transportation, food and accommodation were also arranged by the organizing committee.</p> <p>Bhuwan Sharma, general manager of the Last Resort, informed New Business Age that the retreat is a part of a package offered to corporate houses aimed at team building activities. The participating journalists informed that the retreat activities gave them a memorable experience and helped them extend their network amongst each other. </p> <p> The resort established in 1999 AD has been offering various adventure sports activities.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-11-02', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9152', 'image' => '20181031034659_20181030_121507.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9373', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Syangja to host Paragliding World Cup from Thursday', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Syangja is all set to host the world paragliding championship from November 1 to 4 in Swarek of Bhirkot Municipality.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Syangja is all set to host the world paragliding championship from November 1 to 4 in Swarek of Bhirkot Municipality.</p> <p>The world championship is being organised jointly by the 11 local units of Syangja in association with Nepal Paragliding and Handgliding Association, Nepal Air Sports Association and Babu Adventure Club, Syangja.</p> <p>The organisers said that the venue of the championship, which was initially proposed to be held in Pokhara, was shifted to Syangja after Pokhara Municipality failed to provide ground for the competition.</p> <p>The competition requires at least 100 square meters of space for landing, which the Pokhara Municipality could not provide.</p> <p>Ananta Kumar Shrestha, member of the organising committee, confirmed that preparations for the Paragliding Accuracy World Cup has been complete.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9151', 'image' => '20181031031043_paragliding.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9372', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Action against Industries in Hetauda Industrial Estate', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Hetauda Industrial District Management Office has started the process to take action against the industries which are operating without following the standards of Hetauda Industrial Estate.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Hetauda Industrial District Management Office has started the process to take action against the industries which are operating without following the standards of Hetauda Industrial Estate.</p> <p>The office, from Tuesday, initiated action against a total of 27 industries, which are operating without following the criteria set by the industrial estate. According to the office, it has already taken action against five industries.</p> <p>“The office is all set to scrap the agreement with the industries which are yet to operate the industry even after acquiring land,” said Nepal Bhusan Baidhya, chief of the Hetauda Industrial District Management Office.</p> <p>The office has asked the industries to operate as per the criteria set by the industrial estate within next three months. The office has also asked the industries which have already acquired land to build required infrastructures to operate the factory within the next six months. </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9150', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9371', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Siddhartha Bank supports Teach for Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement to support the initiative of Teach for Nepal to strengthen education at public schools across the country.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement to support the initiative of Teach for Nepal to strengthen education at public schools across the country. In this regard, the bank provided a checque of Rs 500,000 to Teach for Nepal under its corporate social responsibility in order to provide quality education in rural areas of Nepal.</p> <p>The bank said that its support will help Teach for Nepal in deploying volunteers in remote areas to teach for two years.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9149', 'image' => '20181031122707_tfn.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9370', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Siddhartha Bank, Medicity Hospital sign Agreement', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital for providing discounts to its customers at the hospital.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital for providing discounts to its customers at the hospital.</p> <p>Issuing a press statement, the bank said that its debit/credit card holders, customers and employees can avail discounts at the hospital for various services.</p> <p>The hospital’s General Manager Bijay Rimal and the bank’s Deputy General Manager Suresh Raj Maharjan signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organisations amid a recent function.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9148', 'image' => '20181031122112_siddharthaa.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9369', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'The Colt Foundation Awards Scholarship to Sherpa', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: The Colt Foundation of Britain has awarded scholarship to Futi Sherpa of Fungling, Taplejung, to study four years BBA programme at the British College. ', 'content' => '<p>October 31: The Colt Foundation of Britain has awarded scholarship to Futi Sherpa of Fungling, Taplejung, to study four years BBA programme at the British College. According to the college, the scholarship will cover tuition fees, exam fees, accommodation, personal maintenance allowance, travel costs and other programme related costs for four years.</p> <p>CEO of the British College, Rajen Kandel, said, " A small push can be a giant leap, we hope this scholarship will act as a stepping stone in achieving Sherpa’s goals and dreams. The college hopes to offer such positive reinforcements to upcoming students through grants offered by the Colt Foundation.”</p> <p>The Colt Foundation, established on August 28, 1978 by the O'Hea family, awards fellowships each year to qualified students enrolled at UK universities.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9147', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9368', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hero Awards Rs 100,000 to Tharu', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Ram Prasad Tharu has won Rs 100,000 under Hero’s festive offer. ', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Ram Prasad Tharu has won Rs 100,000 under Hero’s festive offer. Issuing a press statement, the company said that Tharu won the lucky draw during the “Dashain Tihar Banne Cha Heromanchak” offer announced by Nepal General Marketing Pvt Ltd, the authorised distributor of Hero two-wheelers in Nepal.</p> <p>Under the offer, customers of Hero were given Rs 6000 cash discount on purchase of motorbikes and Rs 8000 discount on purchase of scooters. In addition, they were given a chance to win Rs 1000 to 100,000 from scratch card.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9146', 'image' => '20181031121005_Mneomonic_Dashain HEROMANCHAK.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9367', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'NTB Promotes Nepal’s Adventure Tourism in Austria ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and Trekking Agency Association of Nepal (TAAN) organised tourism promotion programme in Austria to promote adventure tourism in Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and Trekking Agency Association of Nepal (TAAN) organised tourism promotion programme in Austria to promote adventure tourism in Nepal.</p> <p>NTB informed New Business Age that the Nepali delegation organised the event to inform about Nepal’s adventure tourism destination.</p> <p>NTB’s senior spokesperspon Sunil Sharma said that the two-day programme had informed about different tourism activities and adventures tourism destination in Nepal. Stating that European tourists record the highest number of participants in Nepal’s adventure tourism, Sharma shared that such programmes would help in contributing to the tourism activities in Nepal.</p> <p>Likewise, the programme also disseminated information about different adventures activities in Nepal such as mountaineering, trekking, cycling, paragliding, observation of wildlife, hunting etc.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9145', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9366', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Global IME Bank’s Complementary Cinema Tickets', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Global IME Bank has announced to offer a complementary cinema ticket for the users of its mobile banking application, Global Smart, on purchase of two tickets of Q’s Cinema.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Global IME Bank has announced to offer a complementary cinema ticket for the users of its mobile banking application, Global Smart, on purchase of two tickets of Q’s Cinema.</p> <p>Under this scheme, Global Smart users are eligible for the complementary tickets for making payment of two tickets of Q’s Cinema through QR Code.</p> <p>The bank has been providing its services through a network of 132 branches, 140 ATMs, six extension counters, 15 revenue collection counters, 104 branchless banking facilities and 3000 representatives across the country.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9144', 'image' => '20181030025448_global IME.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9365', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Prabhu Bank in Thankot', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Prabhu Bank has opened a new branch in Thankot of Chandragiri Municipality of Kathmandu district.', 'content' => '<p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">October 30: Prabhu Bank has opened a new branch in Thankot of Chandragiri Municipality of Kathmandu district.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Chairman of Bagmati Dealers Association, Achyut Bahadur Khadka inaugurated the branch amid an event on Monday, October 29.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">The bank in a statement said that the new branch was opened to facilitate the transaction of the Nepal Oil Corporation’s depot in Thankot. The bank also expressed its belief that the locals and entrepreneurs of the area will benefit from the services of the new branch.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Likewise, the branch will be providing all kinds of modern banking facilities, according to a statement issued by the bank.</span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9143', 'image' => '20181030024629_download.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9364', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Flower Expo in Pokhara from Friday', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Floriculture Association of Nepal (FAN) is all set to organise a flower expo in Godavari of Pokhara with the objective to promote flower business in Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Floriculture Association of Nepal (FAN) is all set to organise a flower expo in Godavari of Pokhara with the objective to promote flower business in Nepal. The association said that the four-day exhibition will start on November 2 and conclude on November 5. Altogether 450 kinds of flowers will be displayed during the expo, according to Daya Kumar Dwa, immediate past president of Kaski chapter of FAN. The exhibition will feature 30 stalls.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9142', 'image' => '20181030023646_Flowers.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9363', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Kali Gandaki Transmission Line Expected to be Ready this FY', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: The Kali Gandaki Transmission Mechanism, which was developed with the aim to connect the hydro-electricity generated from Kali Gandaki River basin to the national grid, is expected to be complete within this fiscal year.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: The Kali Gandaki Transmission Mechanism, which was developed with the aim to connect the hydro-electricity generated from Kali Gandaki River basin to the national grid, is expected to be complete within this fiscal year. Installation of both towers and sub-stations are being carried side by side for the 39 km transmission line from Kusma of Parbat to Dana of Myagdi district.</p> <p>According to Nepal Electricity Authority’s Director Kul Man Ghising, approximately 60 percent of the transmission mechanism has been completed. Ghising informed that the construction of the foundation of towers, installation of towers and all sub-stations are being carried out without any delay. He further added that the power evacuation will be initiated after finishing the construction work within this fiscal year.</p> <p>Under the distribution network, 110 towers and two substations each at Kusma of Parbat and Dana of Myagdi will be installed. Ghising said that they have given more emphasis to finish this project than other similar projects.</p> <p>The project is expected to complete in the stipulated time as there is not hassles in acquiring land and forests, said the project chief Chandan Kumar Ghosh.</p> <p>“The first phase of the work will be completed within this fiscal year,” said Ghos adding, “After that, extension of transmission line (87.8 km) from Kusma to Ramnagar of Nawalparasi will be initiated in the second phase of the project.” </p> <p>At present, 16 hydropower projects have taken permission from the Department of Electricity Development to supply power to the Kali Gandaki Corridor Project. The total capacity of the projects is 739.4 MW.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9141', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9362', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'QDF, Godiva Launch Interactive Display at Hamad Int’l Airport', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has partnered with premium Belgian chocolatier Godiva to launch its first in-store interactive wall display in travel retail designed to appeal to chocolate-loving passengers travelling through the Hamad International Airport (HIA).', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has partnered with premium Belgian chocolatier Godiva to launch its first in-store interactive wall display in travel retail designed to appeal to chocolate-loving passengers travelling through the Hamad International Airport (HIA).</p> <p>This next-generation innovative installation is equipped with a unique, built-in concierge application designed to offer customers their perfect choice of product, reads a statement issued by Qatar Airways.</p> <p>According to the statement, shoppers are asked to answer a series of questions through the application, allowing it to identify their perfect Godiva chocolate gift box to match their tastes.</p> <p>Godiva’s president for global sales, Matthew Hodges, said, “The idea of the interactive wallbay, which is a first for Godiva, was borne of the realisation that today’s consumers shop in a different way to their predecessors. They are looking for engagement with the brand, for an interaction which makes them feel valued and appreciated. This joint project with QDF will enhance the appeal of our gifting items and, through the clever use of technology, make it easy for millennials to purchase products based on their specific needs.”</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9140', 'image' => '20181030011644_aaaa.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9361', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hankook Tire Appoints LH Services and Spare Parts as Authorized Distributor for Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Hankook Tire has appointed LH Services and Spare Parts (LHSS) as its authorized distributor for Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Hankook Tire has appointed LH Services and Spare Parts (LHSS) as its authorized distributor for Nepal.</p> <p>LHSS was established by Laxmi Group in 2018 as per the company’s vision to be a “one stop solution for all of consumer’s mobility needs”.</p> <p>A press statement issued by LHSS states that the company houses globally leading brands of automotive components and accessories and is currently engaged in battery, lubricant and tire business. </p> <p>According to the statement, South Korean brand Hankook has a strong presence in PCR, LTR, SUV and TBR segments.</p> <p>“Hankook tires assures high fuel efficiency, low shock and noise, better traction and higher tire life,” the statement reads.</p> <p>LHSS said it is currently importing the Hankook tires from two of its factories based in Indonesia and Korea.</p> <p>Hankook has been in Nepal for the last few years, but decided to join hands with Laxmi Group as the brand seeks to promote its products more aggressively in the Nepalese market.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9139', 'image' => '20181030010427_Hankook Tire Launch 2.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ) ) $current_user = null $logged_in = false $article = array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9361', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hankook Tire Appoints LH Services and Spare Parts as Authorized Distributor for Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Hankook Tire has appointed LH Services and Spare Parts (LHSS) as its authorized distributor for Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Hankook Tire has appointed LH Services and Spare Parts (LHSS) as its authorized distributor for Nepal.</p> <p>LHSS was established by Laxmi Group in 2018 as per the company’s vision to be a “one stop solution for all of consumer’s mobility needs”.</p> <p>A press statement issued by LHSS states that the company houses globally leading brands of automotive components and accessories and is currently engaged in battery, lubricant and tire business. </p> <p>According to the statement, South Korean brand Hankook has a strong presence in PCR, LTR, SUV and TBR segments.</p> <p>“Hankook tires assures high fuel efficiency, low shock and noise, better traction and higher tire life,” the statement reads.</p> <p>LHSS said it is currently importing the Hankook tires from two of its factories based in Indonesia and Korea.</p> <p>Hankook has been in Nepal for the last few years, but decided to join hands with Laxmi Group as the brand seeks to promote its products more aggressively in the Nepalese market.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9139', 'image' => '20181030010427_Hankook Tire Launch 2.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ) $width = null $height = null $ratio = (float) NAN $img_width = (int) 280 $img_height = (float) NAN $date = '2018-10-30 00:00:00' $dateFromDatabase = (int) 1540836900 $dateTwentyforHoursAgo = (int) 1750856224 $today = '2025-06-26 06:42:04pm' $today2 = (int) 1750942624 $newDate = 'Oct 30, 2018' $commentCount = (int) 0 $word_count = (int) 195 $time_to_read = (float) 0.98 $time_to_read_min = (float) 0 $time_to_read_second = (float) 59include - APP/View/Articles/index.ctp, line 36 View::_evaluate() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 971 View::_render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 933 View::render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 473 Controller::render() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 968 Dispatcher::_invoke() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 200 Dispatcher::dispatch() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 167 [main] - APP/webroot/index.php, line 117
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He is the founder of Drik Picture Library, Pathshala South Asian Media Institute, Chobi Mela International Festival of Photography and Majority World, all groundbreaking Bangladeshi institutions.</p> <p>The decision to confer this year’s Photo Kathmandu Award of Excellence to Dr Shahidul Alam was unanimously reached among the Photo Kathmandu 2018 Awards organising committee that included Bikas Rauniar (senior nepali photojournalist), Bikas Karki, (president of Photojournalist Club Nepal and photo editor of Annapurna Post) and Sagar Shrestha (president of National Forum of Photojournalists).</p> <p>Photo Kathmandu is an international photography festival organized by photo.circle. The festival presents exhibitions, workshops, and a diverse range of public programmes to Kathmandu audiences and international visitors once every two years.</p> <p>The festival is organized by photo.circle in collaboration with Sikhshya Foundation which is sponsored by various organizations including National Geography Television, Nepal Tourism Board among others.</p> <p>The event which was inaugurated on October 12 will conclude on November 16. Photos from various renowned photographers from Nepal and abroad are being exhibited in the photo festival.</p> <p>The organizers had also hosted an interaction program on October 25 where individuals had interacted with Prabal Gurung, iconic American-Nepalese fashion designer and founder of Sikhshya Nepal in Mangal Bazar.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9153', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9374', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'The Last Resort organizes retreat', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: The Last Resort Adventure Pvt Ltd situated in Bhote Koshi Rural Municipality organized a retreat for journalists from various media houses.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: The Last Resort Adventure Pvt Ltd situated in Bhote Koshi Rural Municipality organized a retreat for journalists from various media houses.</p> <p>The two-day retreat organized by the resort was attended by 14 media persons on October 29 and 30.</p> <p>The organizer conducted various adventurous activities on the occasion. The team visiting the Last Resort for retreat performed rock climbing, abseiling, bungee jumping and canyoning. Besides, facilities like transportation, food and accommodation were also arranged by the organizing committee.</p> <p>Bhuwan Sharma, general manager of the Last Resort, informed New Business Age that the retreat is a part of a package offered to corporate houses aimed at team building activities. The participating journalists informed that the retreat activities gave them a memorable experience and helped them extend their network amongst each other. </p> <p> The resort established in 1999 AD has been offering various adventure sports activities.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-11-02', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9152', 'image' => '20181031034659_20181030_121507.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9373', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Syangja to host Paragliding World Cup from Thursday', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Syangja is all set to host the world paragliding championship from November 1 to 4 in Swarek of Bhirkot Municipality.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Syangja is all set to host the world paragliding championship from November 1 to 4 in Swarek of Bhirkot Municipality.</p> <p>The world championship is being organised jointly by the 11 local units of Syangja in association with Nepal Paragliding and Handgliding Association, Nepal Air Sports Association and Babu Adventure Club, Syangja.</p> <p>The organisers said that the venue of the championship, which was initially proposed to be held in Pokhara, was shifted to Syangja after Pokhara Municipality failed to provide ground for the competition.</p> <p>The competition requires at least 100 square meters of space for landing, which the Pokhara Municipality could not provide.</p> <p>Ananta Kumar Shrestha, member of the organising committee, confirmed that preparations for the Paragliding Accuracy World Cup has been complete.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9151', 'image' => '20181031031043_paragliding.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9372', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Action against Industries in Hetauda Industrial Estate', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Hetauda Industrial District Management Office has started the process to take action against the industries which are operating without following the standards of Hetauda Industrial Estate.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Hetauda Industrial District Management Office has started the process to take action against the industries which are operating without following the standards of Hetauda Industrial Estate.</p> <p>The office, from Tuesday, initiated action against a total of 27 industries, which are operating without following the criteria set by the industrial estate. According to the office, it has already taken action against five industries.</p> <p>“The office is all set to scrap the agreement with the industries which are yet to operate the industry even after acquiring land,” said Nepal Bhusan Baidhya, chief of the Hetauda Industrial District Management Office.</p> <p>The office has asked the industries to operate as per the criteria set by the industrial estate within next three months. The office has also asked the industries which have already acquired land to build required infrastructures to operate the factory within the next six months. </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9150', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9371', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Siddhartha Bank supports Teach for Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement to support the initiative of Teach for Nepal to strengthen education at public schools across the country.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement to support the initiative of Teach for Nepal to strengthen education at public schools across the country. In this regard, the bank provided a checque of Rs 500,000 to Teach for Nepal under its corporate social responsibility in order to provide quality education in rural areas of Nepal.</p> <p>The bank said that its support will help Teach for Nepal in deploying volunteers in remote areas to teach for two years.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9149', 'image' => '20181031122707_tfn.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9370', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Siddhartha Bank, Medicity Hospital sign Agreement', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital for providing discounts to its customers at the hospital.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital for providing discounts to its customers at the hospital.</p> <p>Issuing a press statement, the bank said that its debit/credit card holders, customers and employees can avail discounts at the hospital for various services.</p> <p>The hospital’s General Manager Bijay Rimal and the bank’s Deputy General Manager Suresh Raj Maharjan signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organisations amid a recent function.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9148', 'image' => '20181031122112_siddharthaa.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9369', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'The Colt Foundation Awards Scholarship to Sherpa', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: The Colt Foundation of Britain has awarded scholarship to Futi Sherpa of Fungling, Taplejung, to study four years BBA programme at the British College. ', 'content' => '<p>October 31: The Colt Foundation of Britain has awarded scholarship to Futi Sherpa of Fungling, Taplejung, to study four years BBA programme at the British College. According to the college, the scholarship will cover tuition fees, exam fees, accommodation, personal maintenance allowance, travel costs and other programme related costs for four years.</p> <p>CEO of the British College, Rajen Kandel, said, " A small push can be a giant leap, we hope this scholarship will act as a stepping stone in achieving Sherpa’s goals and dreams. The college hopes to offer such positive reinforcements to upcoming students through grants offered by the Colt Foundation.”</p> <p>The Colt Foundation, established on August 28, 1978 by the O'Hea family, awards fellowships each year to qualified students enrolled at UK universities.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9147', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9368', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hero Awards Rs 100,000 to Tharu', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Ram Prasad Tharu has won Rs 100,000 under Hero’s festive offer. ', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Ram Prasad Tharu has won Rs 100,000 under Hero’s festive offer. Issuing a press statement, the company said that Tharu won the lucky draw during the “Dashain Tihar Banne Cha Heromanchak” offer announced by Nepal General Marketing Pvt Ltd, the authorised distributor of Hero two-wheelers in Nepal.</p> <p>Under the offer, customers of Hero were given Rs 6000 cash discount on purchase of motorbikes and Rs 8000 discount on purchase of scooters. In addition, they were given a chance to win Rs 1000 to 100,000 from scratch card.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9146', 'image' => '20181031121005_Mneomonic_Dashain HEROMANCHAK.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9367', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'NTB Promotes Nepal’s Adventure Tourism in Austria ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and Trekking Agency Association of Nepal (TAAN) organised tourism promotion programme in Austria to promote adventure tourism in Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and Trekking Agency Association of Nepal (TAAN) organised tourism promotion programme in Austria to promote adventure tourism in Nepal.</p> <p>NTB informed New Business Age that the Nepali delegation organised the event to inform about Nepal’s adventure tourism destination.</p> <p>NTB’s senior spokesperspon Sunil Sharma said that the two-day programme had informed about different tourism activities and adventures tourism destination in Nepal. Stating that European tourists record the highest number of participants in Nepal’s adventure tourism, Sharma shared that such programmes would help in contributing to the tourism activities in Nepal.</p> <p>Likewise, the programme also disseminated information about different adventures activities in Nepal such as mountaineering, trekking, cycling, paragliding, observation of wildlife, hunting etc.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9145', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9366', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Global IME Bank’s Complementary Cinema Tickets', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Global IME Bank has announced to offer a complementary cinema ticket for the users of its mobile banking application, Global Smart, on purchase of two tickets of Q’s Cinema.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Global IME Bank has announced to offer a complementary cinema ticket for the users of its mobile banking application, Global Smart, on purchase of two tickets of Q’s Cinema.</p> <p>Under this scheme, Global Smart users are eligible for the complementary tickets for making payment of two tickets of Q’s Cinema through QR Code.</p> <p>The bank has been providing its services through a network of 132 branches, 140 ATMs, six extension counters, 15 revenue collection counters, 104 branchless banking facilities and 3000 representatives across the country.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9144', 'image' => '20181030025448_global IME.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9365', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Prabhu Bank in Thankot', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Prabhu Bank has opened a new branch in Thankot of Chandragiri Municipality of Kathmandu district.', 'content' => '<p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">October 30: Prabhu Bank has opened a new branch in Thankot of Chandragiri Municipality of Kathmandu district.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Chairman of Bagmati Dealers Association, Achyut Bahadur Khadka inaugurated the branch amid an event on Monday, October 29.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">The bank in a statement said that the new branch was opened to facilitate the transaction of the Nepal Oil Corporation’s depot in Thankot. The bank also expressed its belief that the locals and entrepreneurs of the area will benefit from the services of the new branch.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Likewise, the branch will be providing all kinds of modern banking facilities, according to a statement issued by the bank.</span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9143', 'image' => '20181030024629_download.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9364', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Flower Expo in Pokhara from Friday', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Floriculture Association of Nepal (FAN) is all set to organise a flower expo in Godavari of Pokhara with the objective to promote flower business in Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Floriculture Association of Nepal (FAN) is all set to organise a flower expo in Godavari of Pokhara with the objective to promote flower business in Nepal. The association said that the four-day exhibition will start on November 2 and conclude on November 5. Altogether 450 kinds of flowers will be displayed during the expo, according to Daya Kumar Dwa, immediate past president of Kaski chapter of FAN. The exhibition will feature 30 stalls.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9142', 'image' => '20181030023646_Flowers.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9363', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Kali Gandaki Transmission Line Expected to be Ready this FY', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: The Kali Gandaki Transmission Mechanism, which was developed with the aim to connect the hydro-electricity generated from Kali Gandaki River basin to the national grid, is expected to be complete within this fiscal year.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: The Kali Gandaki Transmission Mechanism, which was developed with the aim to connect the hydro-electricity generated from Kali Gandaki River basin to the national grid, is expected to be complete within this fiscal year. Installation of both towers and sub-stations are being carried side by side for the 39 km transmission line from Kusma of Parbat to Dana of Myagdi district.</p> <p>According to Nepal Electricity Authority’s Director Kul Man Ghising, approximately 60 percent of the transmission mechanism has been completed. Ghising informed that the construction of the foundation of towers, installation of towers and all sub-stations are being carried out without any delay. He further added that the power evacuation will be initiated after finishing the construction work within this fiscal year.</p> <p>Under the distribution network, 110 towers and two substations each at Kusma of Parbat and Dana of Myagdi will be installed. Ghising said that they have given more emphasis to finish this project than other similar projects.</p> <p>The project is expected to complete in the stipulated time as there is not hassles in acquiring land and forests, said the project chief Chandan Kumar Ghosh.</p> <p>“The first phase of the work will be completed within this fiscal year,” said Ghos adding, “After that, extension of transmission line (87.8 km) from Kusma to Ramnagar of Nawalparasi will be initiated in the second phase of the project.” </p> <p>At present, 16 hydropower projects have taken permission from the Department of Electricity Development to supply power to the Kali Gandaki Corridor Project. The total capacity of the projects is 739.4 MW.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9141', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9362', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'QDF, Godiva Launch Interactive Display at Hamad Int’l Airport', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has partnered with premium Belgian chocolatier Godiva to launch its first in-store interactive wall display in travel retail designed to appeal to chocolate-loving passengers travelling through the Hamad International Airport (HIA).', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has partnered with premium Belgian chocolatier Godiva to launch its first in-store interactive wall display in travel retail designed to appeal to chocolate-loving passengers travelling through the Hamad International Airport (HIA).</p> <p>This next-generation innovative installation is equipped with a unique, built-in concierge application designed to offer customers their perfect choice of product, reads a statement issued by Qatar Airways.</p> <p>According to the statement, shoppers are asked to answer a series of questions through the application, allowing it to identify their perfect Godiva chocolate gift box to match their tastes.</p> <p>Godiva’s president for global sales, Matthew Hodges, said, “The idea of the interactive wallbay, which is a first for Godiva, was borne of the realisation that today’s consumers shop in a different way to their predecessors. They are looking for engagement with the brand, for an interaction which makes them feel valued and appreciated. This joint project with QDF will enhance the appeal of our gifting items and, through the clever use of technology, make it easy for millennials to purchase products based on their specific needs.”</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9140', 'image' => '20181030011644_aaaa.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9361', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hankook Tire Appoints LH Services and Spare Parts as Authorized Distributor for Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Hankook Tire has appointed LH Services and Spare Parts (LHSS) as its authorized distributor for Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Hankook Tire has appointed LH Services and Spare Parts (LHSS) as its authorized distributor for Nepal.</p> <p>LHSS was established by Laxmi Group in 2018 as per the company’s vision to be a “one stop solution for all of consumer’s mobility needs”.</p> <p>A press statement issued by LHSS states that the company houses globally leading brands of automotive components and accessories and is currently engaged in battery, lubricant and tire business. </p> <p>According to the statement, South Korean brand Hankook has a strong presence in PCR, LTR, SUV and TBR segments.</p> <p>“Hankook tires assures high fuel efficiency, low shock and noise, better traction and higher tire life,” the statement reads.</p> <p>LHSS said it is currently importing the Hankook tires from two of its factories based in Indonesia and Korea.</p> <p>Hankook has been in Nepal for the last few years, but decided to join hands with Laxmi Group as the brand seeks to promote its products more aggressively in the Nepalese market.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9139', 'image' => '20181030010427_Hankook Tire Launch 2.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ) ) $current_user = null $logged_in = falseinclude - APP/View/Elements/side_bar.ctp, line 60 View::_evaluate() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 971 View::_render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 933 View::_renderElement() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 1224 View::element() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 418 include - APP/View/Articles/index.ctp, line 157 View::_evaluate() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 971 View::_render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 933 View::render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 473 Controller::render() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 968 Dispatcher::_invoke() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 200 Dispatcher::dispatch() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 167 [main] - APP/webroot/index.php, line 117
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He is the founder of Drik Picture Library, Pathshala South Asian Media Institute, Chobi Mela International Festival of Photography and Majority World, all groundbreaking Bangladeshi institutions.</p> <p>The decision to confer this year’s Photo Kathmandu Award of Excellence to Dr Shahidul Alam was unanimously reached among the Photo Kathmandu 2018 Awards organising committee that included Bikas Rauniar (senior nepali photojournalist), Bikas Karki, (president of Photojournalist Club Nepal and photo editor of Annapurna Post) and Sagar Shrestha (president of National Forum of Photojournalists).</p> <p>Photo Kathmandu is an international photography festival organized by photo.circle. The festival presents exhibitions, workshops, and a diverse range of public programmes to Kathmandu audiences and international visitors once every two years.</p> <p>The festival is organized by photo.circle in collaboration with Sikhshya Foundation which is sponsored by various organizations including National Geography Television, Nepal Tourism Board among others.</p> <p>The event which was inaugurated on October 12 will conclude on November 16. Photos from various renowned photographers from Nepal and abroad are being exhibited in the photo festival.</p> <p>The organizers had also hosted an interaction program on October 25 where individuals had interacted with Prabal Gurung, iconic American-Nepalese fashion designer and founder of Sikhshya Nepal in Mangal Bazar.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9153', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9374', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'The Last Resort organizes retreat', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: The Last Resort Adventure Pvt Ltd situated in Bhote Koshi Rural Municipality organized a retreat for journalists from various media houses.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: The Last Resort Adventure Pvt Ltd situated in Bhote Koshi Rural Municipality organized a retreat for journalists from various media houses.</p> <p>The two-day retreat organized by the resort was attended by 14 media persons on October 29 and 30.</p> <p>The organizer conducted various adventurous activities on the occasion. The team visiting the Last Resort for retreat performed rock climbing, abseiling, bungee jumping and canyoning. Besides, facilities like transportation, food and accommodation were also arranged by the organizing committee.</p> <p>Bhuwan Sharma, general manager of the Last Resort, informed New Business Age that the retreat is a part of a package offered to corporate houses aimed at team building activities. The participating journalists informed that the retreat activities gave them a memorable experience and helped them extend their network amongst each other. </p> <p> The resort established in 1999 AD has been offering various adventure sports activities.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-11-02', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9152', 'image' => '20181031034659_20181030_121507.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9373', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Syangja to host Paragliding World Cup from Thursday', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Syangja is all set to host the world paragliding championship from November 1 to 4 in Swarek of Bhirkot Municipality.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Syangja is all set to host the world paragliding championship from November 1 to 4 in Swarek of Bhirkot Municipality.</p> <p>The world championship is being organised jointly by the 11 local units of Syangja in association with Nepal Paragliding and Handgliding Association, Nepal Air Sports Association and Babu Adventure Club, Syangja.</p> <p>The organisers said that the venue of the championship, which was initially proposed to be held in Pokhara, was shifted to Syangja after Pokhara Municipality failed to provide ground for the competition.</p> <p>The competition requires at least 100 square meters of space for landing, which the Pokhara Municipality could not provide.</p> <p>Ananta Kumar Shrestha, member of the organising committee, confirmed that preparations for the Paragliding Accuracy World Cup has been complete.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9151', 'image' => '20181031031043_paragliding.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9372', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Action against Industries in Hetauda Industrial Estate', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Hetauda Industrial District Management Office has started the process to take action against the industries which are operating without following the standards of Hetauda Industrial Estate.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Hetauda Industrial District Management Office has started the process to take action against the industries which are operating without following the standards of Hetauda Industrial Estate.</p> <p>The office, from Tuesday, initiated action against a total of 27 industries, which are operating without following the criteria set by the industrial estate. According to the office, it has already taken action against five industries.</p> <p>“The office is all set to scrap the agreement with the industries which are yet to operate the industry even after acquiring land,” said Nepal Bhusan Baidhya, chief of the Hetauda Industrial District Management Office.</p> <p>The office has asked the industries to operate as per the criteria set by the industrial estate within next three months. The office has also asked the industries which have already acquired land to build required infrastructures to operate the factory within the next six months. </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9150', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9371', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Siddhartha Bank supports Teach for Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement to support the initiative of Teach for Nepal to strengthen education at public schools across the country.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement to support the initiative of Teach for Nepal to strengthen education at public schools across the country. In this regard, the bank provided a checque of Rs 500,000 to Teach for Nepal under its corporate social responsibility in order to provide quality education in rural areas of Nepal.</p> <p>The bank said that its support will help Teach for Nepal in deploying volunteers in remote areas to teach for two years.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9149', 'image' => '20181031122707_tfn.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9370', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Siddhartha Bank, Medicity Hospital sign Agreement', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital for providing discounts to its customers at the hospital.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital for providing discounts to its customers at the hospital.</p> <p>Issuing a press statement, the bank said that its debit/credit card holders, customers and employees can avail discounts at the hospital for various services.</p> <p>The hospital’s General Manager Bijay Rimal and the bank’s Deputy General Manager Suresh Raj Maharjan signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organisations amid a recent function.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9148', 'image' => '20181031122112_siddharthaa.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9369', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'The Colt Foundation Awards Scholarship to Sherpa', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: The Colt Foundation of Britain has awarded scholarship to Futi Sherpa of Fungling, Taplejung, to study four years BBA programme at the British College. ', 'content' => '<p>October 31: The Colt Foundation of Britain has awarded scholarship to Futi Sherpa of Fungling, Taplejung, to study four years BBA programme at the British College. According to the college, the scholarship will cover tuition fees, exam fees, accommodation, personal maintenance allowance, travel costs and other programme related costs for four years.</p> <p>CEO of the British College, Rajen Kandel, said, " A small push can be a giant leap, we hope this scholarship will act as a stepping stone in achieving Sherpa’s goals and dreams. The college hopes to offer such positive reinforcements to upcoming students through grants offered by the Colt Foundation.”</p> <p>The Colt Foundation, established on August 28, 1978 by the O'Hea family, awards fellowships each year to qualified students enrolled at UK universities.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9147', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9368', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hero Awards Rs 100,000 to Tharu', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Ram Prasad Tharu has won Rs 100,000 under Hero’s festive offer. ', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Ram Prasad Tharu has won Rs 100,000 under Hero’s festive offer. Issuing a press statement, the company said that Tharu won the lucky draw during the “Dashain Tihar Banne Cha Heromanchak” offer announced by Nepal General Marketing Pvt Ltd, the authorised distributor of Hero two-wheelers in Nepal.</p> <p>Under the offer, customers of Hero were given Rs 6000 cash discount on purchase of motorbikes and Rs 8000 discount on purchase of scooters. In addition, they were given a chance to win Rs 1000 to 100,000 from scratch card.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9146', 'image' => '20181031121005_Mneomonic_Dashain HEROMANCHAK.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9367', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'NTB Promotes Nepal’s Adventure Tourism in Austria ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and Trekking Agency Association of Nepal (TAAN) organised tourism promotion programme in Austria to promote adventure tourism in Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and Trekking Agency Association of Nepal (TAAN) organised tourism promotion programme in Austria to promote adventure tourism in Nepal.</p> <p>NTB informed New Business Age that the Nepali delegation organised the event to inform about Nepal’s adventure tourism destination.</p> <p>NTB’s senior spokesperspon Sunil Sharma said that the two-day programme had informed about different tourism activities and adventures tourism destination in Nepal. Stating that European tourists record the highest number of participants in Nepal’s adventure tourism, Sharma shared that such programmes would help in contributing to the tourism activities in Nepal.</p> <p>Likewise, the programme also disseminated information about different adventures activities in Nepal such as mountaineering, trekking, cycling, paragliding, observation of wildlife, hunting etc.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9145', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9366', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Global IME Bank’s Complementary Cinema Tickets', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Global IME Bank has announced to offer a complementary cinema ticket for the users of its mobile banking application, Global Smart, on purchase of two tickets of Q’s Cinema.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Global IME Bank has announced to offer a complementary cinema ticket for the users of its mobile banking application, Global Smart, on purchase of two tickets of Q’s Cinema.</p> <p>Under this scheme, Global Smart users are eligible for the complementary tickets for making payment of two tickets of Q’s Cinema through QR Code.</p> <p>The bank has been providing its services through a network of 132 branches, 140 ATMs, six extension counters, 15 revenue collection counters, 104 branchless banking facilities and 3000 representatives across the country.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9144', 'image' => '20181030025448_global IME.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9365', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Prabhu Bank in Thankot', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Prabhu Bank has opened a new branch in Thankot of Chandragiri Municipality of Kathmandu district.', 'content' => '<p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">October 30: Prabhu Bank has opened a new branch in Thankot of Chandragiri Municipality of Kathmandu district.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Chairman of Bagmati Dealers Association, Achyut Bahadur Khadka inaugurated the branch amid an event on Monday, October 29.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">The bank in a statement said that the new branch was opened to facilitate the transaction of the Nepal Oil Corporation’s depot in Thankot. The bank also expressed its belief that the locals and entrepreneurs of the area will benefit from the services of the new branch.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Likewise, the branch will be providing all kinds of modern banking facilities, according to a statement issued by the bank.</span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9143', 'image' => '20181030024629_download.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9364', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Flower Expo in Pokhara from Friday', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Floriculture Association of Nepal (FAN) is all set to organise a flower expo in Godavari of Pokhara with the objective to promote flower business in Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Floriculture Association of Nepal (FAN) is all set to organise a flower expo in Godavari of Pokhara with the objective to promote flower business in Nepal. The association said that the four-day exhibition will start on November 2 and conclude on November 5. Altogether 450 kinds of flowers will be displayed during the expo, according to Daya Kumar Dwa, immediate past president of Kaski chapter of FAN. The exhibition will feature 30 stalls.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9142', 'image' => '20181030023646_Flowers.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9363', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Kali Gandaki Transmission Line Expected to be Ready this FY', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: The Kali Gandaki Transmission Mechanism, which was developed with the aim to connect the hydro-electricity generated from Kali Gandaki River basin to the national grid, is expected to be complete within this fiscal year.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: The Kali Gandaki Transmission Mechanism, which was developed with the aim to connect the hydro-electricity generated from Kali Gandaki River basin to the national grid, is expected to be complete within this fiscal year. Installation of both towers and sub-stations are being carried side by side for the 39 km transmission line from Kusma of Parbat to Dana of Myagdi district.</p> <p>According to Nepal Electricity Authority’s Director Kul Man Ghising, approximately 60 percent of the transmission mechanism has been completed. Ghising informed that the construction of the foundation of towers, installation of towers and all sub-stations are being carried out without any delay. He further added that the power evacuation will be initiated after finishing the construction work within this fiscal year.</p> <p>Under the distribution network, 110 towers and two substations each at Kusma of Parbat and Dana of Myagdi will be installed. Ghising said that they have given more emphasis to finish this project than other similar projects.</p> <p>The project is expected to complete in the stipulated time as there is not hassles in acquiring land and forests, said the project chief Chandan Kumar Ghosh.</p> <p>“The first phase of the work will be completed within this fiscal year,” said Ghos adding, “After that, extension of transmission line (87.8 km) from Kusma to Ramnagar of Nawalparasi will be initiated in the second phase of the project.” </p> <p>At present, 16 hydropower projects have taken permission from the Department of Electricity Development to supply power to the Kali Gandaki Corridor Project. The total capacity of the projects is 739.4 MW.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9141', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9362', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'QDF, Godiva Launch Interactive Display at Hamad Int’l Airport', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has partnered with premium Belgian chocolatier Godiva to launch its first in-store interactive wall display in travel retail designed to appeal to chocolate-loving passengers travelling through the Hamad International Airport (HIA).', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has partnered with premium Belgian chocolatier Godiva to launch its first in-store interactive wall display in travel retail designed to appeal to chocolate-loving passengers travelling through the Hamad International Airport (HIA).</p> <p>This next-generation innovative installation is equipped with a unique, built-in concierge application designed to offer customers their perfect choice of product, reads a statement issued by Qatar Airways.</p> <p>According to the statement, shoppers are asked to answer a series of questions through the application, allowing it to identify their perfect Godiva chocolate gift box to match their tastes.</p> <p>Godiva’s president for global sales, Matthew Hodges, said, “The idea of the interactive wallbay, which is a first for Godiva, was borne of the realisation that today’s consumers shop in a different way to their predecessors. They are looking for engagement with the brand, for an interaction which makes them feel valued and appreciated. This joint project with QDF will enhance the appeal of our gifting items and, through the clever use of technology, make it easy for millennials to purchase products based on their specific needs.”</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9140', 'image' => '20181030011644_aaaa.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9361', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hankook Tire Appoints LH Services and Spare Parts as Authorized Distributor for Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Hankook Tire has appointed LH Services and Spare Parts (LHSS) as its authorized distributor for Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Hankook Tire has appointed LH Services and Spare Parts (LHSS) as its authorized distributor for Nepal.</p> <p>LHSS was established by Laxmi Group in 2018 as per the company’s vision to be a “one stop solution for all of consumer’s mobility needs”.</p> <p>A press statement issued by LHSS states that the company houses globally leading brands of automotive components and accessories and is currently engaged in battery, lubricant and tire business. </p> <p>According to the statement, South Korean brand Hankook has a strong presence in PCR, LTR, SUV and TBR segments.</p> <p>“Hankook tires assures high fuel efficiency, low shock and noise, better traction and higher tire life,” the statement reads.</p> <p>LHSS said it is currently importing the Hankook tires from two of its factories based in Indonesia and Korea.</p> <p>Hankook has been in Nepal for the last few years, but decided to join hands with Laxmi Group as the brand seeks to promote its products more aggressively in the Nepalese market.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9139', 'image' => '20181030010427_Hankook Tire Launch 2.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ) ) $current_user = null $logged_in = falsesimplexml_load_file - [internal], line ?? include - APP/View/Elements/side_bar.ctp, line 60 View::_evaluate() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 971 View::_render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 933 View::_renderElement() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 1224 View::element() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 418 include - APP/View/Articles/index.ctp, line 157 View::_evaluate() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 971 View::_render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 933 View::render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 473 Controller::render() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 968 Dispatcher::_invoke() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 200 Dispatcher::dispatch() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 167 [main] - APP/webroot/index.php, line 117
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He is the founder of Drik Picture Library, Pathshala South Asian Media Institute, Chobi Mela International Festival of Photography and Majority World, all groundbreaking Bangladeshi institutions.</p> <p>The decision to confer this year’s Photo Kathmandu Award of Excellence to Dr Shahidul Alam was unanimously reached among the Photo Kathmandu 2018 Awards organising committee that included Bikas Rauniar (senior nepali photojournalist), Bikas Karki, (president of Photojournalist Club Nepal and photo editor of Annapurna Post) and Sagar Shrestha (president of National Forum of Photojournalists).</p> <p>Photo Kathmandu is an international photography festival organized by photo.circle. The festival presents exhibitions, workshops, and a diverse range of public programmes to Kathmandu audiences and international visitors once every two years.</p> <p>The festival is organized by photo.circle in collaboration with Sikhshya Foundation which is sponsored by various organizations including National Geography Television, Nepal Tourism Board among others.</p> <p>The event which was inaugurated on October 12 will conclude on November 16. Photos from various renowned photographers from Nepal and abroad are being exhibited in the photo festival.</p> <p>The organizers had also hosted an interaction program on October 25 where individuals had interacted with Prabal Gurung, iconic American-Nepalese fashion designer and founder of Sikhshya Nepal in Mangal Bazar.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9153', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9374', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'The Last Resort organizes retreat', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: The Last Resort Adventure Pvt Ltd situated in Bhote Koshi Rural Municipality organized a retreat for journalists from various media houses.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: The Last Resort Adventure Pvt Ltd situated in Bhote Koshi Rural Municipality organized a retreat for journalists from various media houses.</p> <p>The two-day retreat organized by the resort was attended by 14 media persons on October 29 and 30.</p> <p>The organizer conducted various adventurous activities on the occasion. The team visiting the Last Resort for retreat performed rock climbing, abseiling, bungee jumping and canyoning. Besides, facilities like transportation, food and accommodation were also arranged by the organizing committee.</p> <p>Bhuwan Sharma, general manager of the Last Resort, informed New Business Age that the retreat is a part of a package offered to corporate houses aimed at team building activities. The participating journalists informed that the retreat activities gave them a memorable experience and helped them extend their network amongst each other. </p> <p> The resort established in 1999 AD has been offering various adventure sports activities.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-11-02', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9152', 'image' => '20181031034659_20181030_121507.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9373', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Syangja to host Paragliding World Cup from Thursday', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Syangja is all set to host the world paragliding championship from November 1 to 4 in Swarek of Bhirkot Municipality.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Syangja is all set to host the world paragliding championship from November 1 to 4 in Swarek of Bhirkot Municipality.</p> <p>The world championship is being organised jointly by the 11 local units of Syangja in association with Nepal Paragliding and Handgliding Association, Nepal Air Sports Association and Babu Adventure Club, Syangja.</p> <p>The organisers said that the venue of the championship, which was initially proposed to be held in Pokhara, was shifted to Syangja after Pokhara Municipality failed to provide ground for the competition.</p> <p>The competition requires at least 100 square meters of space for landing, which the Pokhara Municipality could not provide.</p> <p>Ananta Kumar Shrestha, member of the organising committee, confirmed that preparations for the Paragliding Accuracy World Cup has been complete.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9151', 'image' => '20181031031043_paragliding.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9372', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Action against Industries in Hetauda Industrial Estate', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Hetauda Industrial District Management Office has started the process to take action against the industries which are operating without following the standards of Hetauda Industrial Estate.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Hetauda Industrial District Management Office has started the process to take action against the industries which are operating without following the standards of Hetauda Industrial Estate.</p> <p>The office, from Tuesday, initiated action against a total of 27 industries, which are operating without following the criteria set by the industrial estate. According to the office, it has already taken action against five industries.</p> <p>“The office is all set to scrap the agreement with the industries which are yet to operate the industry even after acquiring land,” said Nepal Bhusan Baidhya, chief of the Hetauda Industrial District Management Office.</p> <p>The office has asked the industries to operate as per the criteria set by the industrial estate within next three months. The office has also asked the industries which have already acquired land to build required infrastructures to operate the factory within the next six months. </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9150', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9371', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Siddhartha Bank supports Teach for Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement to support the initiative of Teach for Nepal to strengthen education at public schools across the country.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement to support the initiative of Teach for Nepal to strengthen education at public schools across the country. In this regard, the bank provided a checque of Rs 500,000 to Teach for Nepal under its corporate social responsibility in order to provide quality education in rural areas of Nepal.</p> <p>The bank said that its support will help Teach for Nepal in deploying volunteers in remote areas to teach for two years.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9149', 'image' => '20181031122707_tfn.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9370', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Siddhartha Bank, Medicity Hospital sign Agreement', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital for providing discounts to its customers at the hospital.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital for providing discounts to its customers at the hospital.</p> <p>Issuing a press statement, the bank said that its debit/credit card holders, customers and employees can avail discounts at the hospital for various services.</p> <p>The hospital’s General Manager Bijay Rimal and the bank’s Deputy General Manager Suresh Raj Maharjan signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organisations amid a recent function.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9148', 'image' => '20181031122112_siddharthaa.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9369', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'The Colt Foundation Awards Scholarship to Sherpa', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: The Colt Foundation of Britain has awarded scholarship to Futi Sherpa of Fungling, Taplejung, to study four years BBA programme at the British College. ', 'content' => '<p>October 31: The Colt Foundation of Britain has awarded scholarship to Futi Sherpa of Fungling, Taplejung, to study four years BBA programme at the British College. According to the college, the scholarship will cover tuition fees, exam fees, accommodation, personal maintenance allowance, travel costs and other programme related costs for four years.</p> <p>CEO of the British College, Rajen Kandel, said, " A small push can be a giant leap, we hope this scholarship will act as a stepping stone in achieving Sherpa’s goals and dreams. The college hopes to offer such positive reinforcements to upcoming students through grants offered by the Colt Foundation.”</p> <p>The Colt Foundation, established on August 28, 1978 by the O'Hea family, awards fellowships each year to qualified students enrolled at UK universities.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9147', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9368', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hero Awards Rs 100,000 to Tharu', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Ram Prasad Tharu has won Rs 100,000 under Hero’s festive offer. ', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Ram Prasad Tharu has won Rs 100,000 under Hero’s festive offer. Issuing a press statement, the company said that Tharu won the lucky draw during the “Dashain Tihar Banne Cha Heromanchak” offer announced by Nepal General Marketing Pvt Ltd, the authorised distributor of Hero two-wheelers in Nepal.</p> <p>Under the offer, customers of Hero were given Rs 6000 cash discount on purchase of motorbikes and Rs 8000 discount on purchase of scooters. In addition, they were given a chance to win Rs 1000 to 100,000 from scratch card.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9146', 'image' => '20181031121005_Mneomonic_Dashain HEROMANCHAK.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9367', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'NTB Promotes Nepal’s Adventure Tourism in Austria ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and Trekking Agency Association of Nepal (TAAN) organised tourism promotion programme in Austria to promote adventure tourism in Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and Trekking Agency Association of Nepal (TAAN) organised tourism promotion programme in Austria to promote adventure tourism in Nepal.</p> <p>NTB informed New Business Age that the Nepali delegation organised the event to inform about Nepal’s adventure tourism destination.</p> <p>NTB’s senior spokesperspon Sunil Sharma said that the two-day programme had informed about different tourism activities and adventures tourism destination in Nepal. Stating that European tourists record the highest number of participants in Nepal’s adventure tourism, Sharma shared that such programmes would help in contributing to the tourism activities in Nepal.</p> <p>Likewise, the programme also disseminated information about different adventures activities in Nepal such as mountaineering, trekking, cycling, paragliding, observation of wildlife, hunting etc.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9145', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9366', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Global IME Bank’s Complementary Cinema Tickets', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Global IME Bank has announced to offer a complementary cinema ticket for the users of its mobile banking application, Global Smart, on purchase of two tickets of Q’s Cinema.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Global IME Bank has announced to offer a complementary cinema ticket for the users of its mobile banking application, Global Smart, on purchase of two tickets of Q’s Cinema.</p> <p>Under this scheme, Global Smart users are eligible for the complementary tickets for making payment of two tickets of Q’s Cinema through QR Code.</p> <p>The bank has been providing its services through a network of 132 branches, 140 ATMs, six extension counters, 15 revenue collection counters, 104 branchless banking facilities and 3000 representatives across the country.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9144', 'image' => '20181030025448_global IME.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9365', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Prabhu Bank in Thankot', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Prabhu Bank has opened a new branch in Thankot of Chandragiri Municipality of Kathmandu district.', 'content' => '<p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">October 30: Prabhu Bank has opened a new branch in Thankot of Chandragiri Municipality of Kathmandu district.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Chairman of Bagmati Dealers Association, Achyut Bahadur Khadka inaugurated the branch amid an event on Monday, October 29.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">The bank in a statement said that the new branch was opened to facilitate the transaction of the Nepal Oil Corporation’s depot in Thankot. The bank also expressed its belief that the locals and entrepreneurs of the area will benefit from the services of the new branch.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Likewise, the branch will be providing all kinds of modern banking facilities, according to a statement issued by the bank.</span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9143', 'image' => '20181030024629_download.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9364', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Flower Expo in Pokhara from Friday', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Floriculture Association of Nepal (FAN) is all set to organise a flower expo in Godavari of Pokhara with the objective to promote flower business in Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Floriculture Association of Nepal (FAN) is all set to organise a flower expo in Godavari of Pokhara with the objective to promote flower business in Nepal. The association said that the four-day exhibition will start on November 2 and conclude on November 5. Altogether 450 kinds of flowers will be displayed during the expo, according to Daya Kumar Dwa, immediate past president of Kaski chapter of FAN. The exhibition will feature 30 stalls.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9142', 'image' => '20181030023646_Flowers.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9363', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Kali Gandaki Transmission Line Expected to be Ready this FY', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: The Kali Gandaki Transmission Mechanism, which was developed with the aim to connect the hydro-electricity generated from Kali Gandaki River basin to the national grid, is expected to be complete within this fiscal year.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: The Kali Gandaki Transmission Mechanism, which was developed with the aim to connect the hydro-electricity generated from Kali Gandaki River basin to the national grid, is expected to be complete within this fiscal year. Installation of both towers and sub-stations are being carried side by side for the 39 km transmission line from Kusma of Parbat to Dana of Myagdi district.</p> <p>According to Nepal Electricity Authority’s Director Kul Man Ghising, approximately 60 percent of the transmission mechanism has been completed. Ghising informed that the construction of the foundation of towers, installation of towers and all sub-stations are being carried out without any delay. He further added that the power evacuation will be initiated after finishing the construction work within this fiscal year.</p> <p>Under the distribution network, 110 towers and two substations each at Kusma of Parbat and Dana of Myagdi will be installed. Ghising said that they have given more emphasis to finish this project than other similar projects.</p> <p>The project is expected to complete in the stipulated time as there is not hassles in acquiring land and forests, said the project chief Chandan Kumar Ghosh.</p> <p>“The first phase of the work will be completed within this fiscal year,” said Ghos adding, “After that, extension of transmission line (87.8 km) from Kusma to Ramnagar of Nawalparasi will be initiated in the second phase of the project.” </p> <p>At present, 16 hydropower projects have taken permission from the Department of Electricity Development to supply power to the Kali Gandaki Corridor Project. The total capacity of the projects is 739.4 MW.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9141', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9362', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'QDF, Godiva Launch Interactive Display at Hamad Int’l Airport', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has partnered with premium Belgian chocolatier Godiva to launch its first in-store interactive wall display in travel retail designed to appeal to chocolate-loving passengers travelling through the Hamad International Airport (HIA).', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has partnered with premium Belgian chocolatier Godiva to launch its first in-store interactive wall display in travel retail designed to appeal to chocolate-loving passengers travelling through the Hamad International Airport (HIA).</p> <p>This next-generation innovative installation is equipped with a unique, built-in concierge application designed to offer customers their perfect choice of product, reads a statement issued by Qatar Airways.</p> <p>According to the statement, shoppers are asked to answer a series of questions through the application, allowing it to identify their perfect Godiva chocolate gift box to match their tastes.</p> <p>Godiva’s president for global sales, Matthew Hodges, said, “The idea of the interactive wallbay, which is a first for Godiva, was borne of the realisation that today’s consumers shop in a different way to their predecessors. They are looking for engagement with the brand, for an interaction which makes them feel valued and appreciated. This joint project with QDF will enhance the appeal of our gifting items and, through the clever use of technology, make it easy for millennials to purchase products based on their specific needs.”</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9140', 'image' => '20181030011644_aaaa.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9361', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hankook Tire Appoints LH Services and Spare Parts as Authorized Distributor for Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Hankook Tire has appointed LH Services and Spare Parts (LHSS) as its authorized distributor for Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Hankook Tire has appointed LH Services and Spare Parts (LHSS) as its authorized distributor for Nepal.</p> <p>LHSS was established by Laxmi Group in 2018 as per the company’s vision to be a “one stop solution for all of consumer’s mobility needs”.</p> <p>A press statement issued by LHSS states that the company houses globally leading brands of automotive components and accessories and is currently engaged in battery, lubricant and tire business. </p> <p>According to the statement, South Korean brand Hankook has a strong presence in PCR, LTR, SUV and TBR segments.</p> <p>“Hankook tires assures high fuel efficiency, low shock and noise, better traction and higher tire life,” the statement reads.</p> <p>LHSS said it is currently importing the Hankook tires from two of its factories based in Indonesia and Korea.</p> <p>Hankook has been in Nepal for the last few years, but decided to join hands with Laxmi Group as the brand seeks to promote its products more aggressively in the Nepalese market.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9139', 'image' => '20181030010427_Hankook Tire Launch 2.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ) ) $current_user = null $logged_in = false $xml = falseinclude - APP/View/Elements/side_bar.ctp, line 133 View::_evaluate() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 971 View::_render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 933 View::_renderElement() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 1224 View::element() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 418 include - APP/View/Articles/index.ctp, line 157 View::_evaluate() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 971 View::_render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 933 View::render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 473 Controller::render() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 968 Dispatcher::_invoke() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 200 Dispatcher::dispatch() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 167 [main] - APP/webroot/index.php, line 117
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He is the founder of Drik Picture Library, Pathshala South Asian Media Institute, Chobi Mela International Festival of Photography and Majority World, all groundbreaking Bangladeshi institutions.</p> <p>The decision to confer this year’s Photo Kathmandu Award of Excellence to Dr Shahidul Alam was unanimously reached among the Photo Kathmandu 2018 Awards organising committee that included Bikas Rauniar (senior nepali photojournalist), Bikas Karki, (president of Photojournalist Club Nepal and photo editor of Annapurna Post) and Sagar Shrestha (president of National Forum of Photojournalists).</p> <p>Photo Kathmandu is an international photography festival organized by photo.circle. The festival presents exhibitions, workshops, and a diverse range of public programmes to Kathmandu audiences and international visitors once every two years.</p> <p>The festival is organized by photo.circle in collaboration with Sikhshya Foundation which is sponsored by various organizations including National Geography Television, Nepal Tourism Board among others.</p> <p>The event which was inaugurated on October 12 will conclude on November 16. Photos from various renowned photographers from Nepal and abroad are being exhibited in the photo festival.</p> <p>The organizers had also hosted an interaction program on October 25 where individuals had interacted with Prabal Gurung, iconic American-Nepalese fashion designer and founder of Sikhshya Nepal in Mangal Bazar.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9153', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9374', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'The Last Resort organizes retreat', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: The Last Resort Adventure Pvt Ltd situated in Bhote Koshi Rural Municipality organized a retreat for journalists from various media houses.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: The Last Resort Adventure Pvt Ltd situated in Bhote Koshi Rural Municipality organized a retreat for journalists from various media houses.</p> <p>The two-day retreat organized by the resort was attended by 14 media persons on October 29 and 30.</p> <p>The organizer conducted various adventurous activities on the occasion. The team visiting the Last Resort for retreat performed rock climbing, abseiling, bungee jumping and canyoning. Besides, facilities like transportation, food and accommodation were also arranged by the organizing committee.</p> <p>Bhuwan Sharma, general manager of the Last Resort, informed New Business Age that the retreat is a part of a package offered to corporate houses aimed at team building activities. The participating journalists informed that the retreat activities gave them a memorable experience and helped them extend their network amongst each other. </p> <p> The resort established in 1999 AD has been offering various adventure sports activities.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-11-02', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9152', 'image' => '20181031034659_20181030_121507.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9373', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Syangja to host Paragliding World Cup from Thursday', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Syangja is all set to host the world paragliding championship from November 1 to 4 in Swarek of Bhirkot Municipality.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Syangja is all set to host the world paragliding championship from November 1 to 4 in Swarek of Bhirkot Municipality.</p> <p>The world championship is being organised jointly by the 11 local units of Syangja in association with Nepal Paragliding and Handgliding Association, Nepal Air Sports Association and Babu Adventure Club, Syangja.</p> <p>The organisers said that the venue of the championship, which was initially proposed to be held in Pokhara, was shifted to Syangja after Pokhara Municipality failed to provide ground for the competition.</p> <p>The competition requires at least 100 square meters of space for landing, which the Pokhara Municipality could not provide.</p> <p>Ananta Kumar Shrestha, member of the organising committee, confirmed that preparations for the Paragliding Accuracy World Cup has been complete.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9151', 'image' => '20181031031043_paragliding.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9372', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Action against Industries in Hetauda Industrial Estate', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Hetauda Industrial District Management Office has started the process to take action against the industries which are operating without following the standards of Hetauda Industrial Estate.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Hetauda Industrial District Management Office has started the process to take action against the industries which are operating without following the standards of Hetauda Industrial Estate.</p> <p>The office, from Tuesday, initiated action against a total of 27 industries, which are operating without following the criteria set by the industrial estate. According to the office, it has already taken action against five industries.</p> <p>“The office is all set to scrap the agreement with the industries which are yet to operate the industry even after acquiring land,” said Nepal Bhusan Baidhya, chief of the Hetauda Industrial District Management Office.</p> <p>The office has asked the industries to operate as per the criteria set by the industrial estate within next three months. The office has also asked the industries which have already acquired land to build required infrastructures to operate the factory within the next six months. </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9150', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9371', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Siddhartha Bank supports Teach for Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement to support the initiative of Teach for Nepal to strengthen education at public schools across the country.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement to support the initiative of Teach for Nepal to strengthen education at public schools across the country. In this regard, the bank provided a checque of Rs 500,000 to Teach for Nepal under its corporate social responsibility in order to provide quality education in rural areas of Nepal.</p> <p>The bank said that its support will help Teach for Nepal in deploying volunteers in remote areas to teach for two years.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9149', 'image' => '20181031122707_tfn.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9370', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Siddhartha Bank, Medicity Hospital sign Agreement', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital for providing discounts to its customers at the hospital.', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Siddhartha Bank has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital for providing discounts to its customers at the hospital.</p> <p>Issuing a press statement, the bank said that its debit/credit card holders, customers and employees can avail discounts at the hospital for various services.</p> <p>The hospital’s General Manager Bijay Rimal and the bank’s Deputy General Manager Suresh Raj Maharjan signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organisations amid a recent function.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9148', 'image' => '20181031122112_siddharthaa.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9369', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'The Colt Foundation Awards Scholarship to Sherpa', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: The Colt Foundation of Britain has awarded scholarship to Futi Sherpa of Fungling, Taplejung, to study four years BBA programme at the British College. ', 'content' => '<p>October 31: The Colt Foundation of Britain has awarded scholarship to Futi Sherpa of Fungling, Taplejung, to study four years BBA programme at the British College. According to the college, the scholarship will cover tuition fees, exam fees, accommodation, personal maintenance allowance, travel costs and other programme related costs for four years.</p> <p>CEO of the British College, Rajen Kandel, said, " A small push can be a giant leap, we hope this scholarship will act as a stepping stone in achieving Sherpa’s goals and dreams. The college hopes to offer such positive reinforcements to upcoming students through grants offered by the Colt Foundation.”</p> <p>The Colt Foundation, established on August 28, 1978 by the O'Hea family, awards fellowships each year to qualified students enrolled at UK universities.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9147', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9368', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hero Awards Rs 100,000 to Tharu', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 31: Ram Prasad Tharu has won Rs 100,000 under Hero’s festive offer. ', 'content' => '<p>October 31: Ram Prasad Tharu has won Rs 100,000 under Hero’s festive offer. Issuing a press statement, the company said that Tharu won the lucky draw during the “Dashain Tihar Banne Cha Heromanchak” offer announced by Nepal General Marketing Pvt Ltd, the authorised distributor of Hero two-wheelers in Nepal.</p> <p>Under the offer, customers of Hero were given Rs 6000 cash discount on purchase of motorbikes and Rs 8000 discount on purchase of scooters. In addition, they were given a chance to win Rs 1000 to 100,000 from scratch card.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-31', 'modified' => '2018-10-31', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9146', 'image' => '20181031121005_Mneomonic_Dashain HEROMANCHAK.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-31 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9367', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'NTB Promotes Nepal’s Adventure Tourism in Austria ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and Trekking Agency Association of Nepal (TAAN) organised tourism promotion programme in Austria to promote adventure tourism in Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and Trekking Agency Association of Nepal (TAAN) organised tourism promotion programme in Austria to promote adventure tourism in Nepal.</p> <p>NTB informed New Business Age that the Nepali delegation organised the event to inform about Nepal’s adventure tourism destination.</p> <p>NTB’s senior spokesperspon Sunil Sharma said that the two-day programme had informed about different tourism activities and adventures tourism destination in Nepal. Stating that European tourists record the highest number of participants in Nepal’s adventure tourism, Sharma shared that such programmes would help in contributing to the tourism activities in Nepal.</p> <p>Likewise, the programme also disseminated information about different adventures activities in Nepal such as mountaineering, trekking, cycling, paragliding, observation of wildlife, hunting etc.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9145', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9366', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Global IME Bank’s Complementary Cinema Tickets', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Global IME Bank has announced to offer a complementary cinema ticket for the users of its mobile banking application, Global Smart, on purchase of two tickets of Q’s Cinema.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Global IME Bank has announced to offer a complementary cinema ticket for the users of its mobile banking application, Global Smart, on purchase of two tickets of Q’s Cinema.</p> <p>Under this scheme, Global Smart users are eligible for the complementary tickets for making payment of two tickets of Q’s Cinema through QR Code.</p> <p>The bank has been providing its services through a network of 132 branches, 140 ATMs, six extension counters, 15 revenue collection counters, 104 branchless banking facilities and 3000 representatives across the country.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9144', 'image' => '20181030025448_global IME.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9365', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Prabhu Bank in Thankot', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Prabhu Bank has opened a new branch in Thankot of Chandragiri Municipality of Kathmandu district.', 'content' => '<p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">October 30: Prabhu Bank has opened a new branch in Thankot of Chandragiri Municipality of Kathmandu district.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Chairman of Bagmati Dealers Association, Achyut Bahadur Khadka inaugurated the branch amid an event on Monday, October 29.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">The bank in a statement said that the new branch was opened to facilitate the transaction of the Nepal Oil Corporation’s depot in Thankot. The bank also expressed its belief that the locals and entrepreneurs of the area will benefit from the services of the new branch.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Likewise, the branch will be providing all kinds of modern banking facilities, according to a statement issued by the bank.</span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9143', 'image' => '20181030024629_download.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9364', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Flower Expo in Pokhara from Friday', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Floriculture Association of Nepal (FAN) is all set to organise a flower expo in Godavari of Pokhara with the objective to promote flower business in Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Floriculture Association of Nepal (FAN) is all set to organise a flower expo in Godavari of Pokhara with the objective to promote flower business in Nepal. The association said that the four-day exhibition will start on November 2 and conclude on November 5. Altogether 450 kinds of flowers will be displayed during the expo, according to Daya Kumar Dwa, immediate past president of Kaski chapter of FAN. The exhibition will feature 30 stalls.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9142', 'image' => '20181030023646_Flowers.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9363', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Kali Gandaki Transmission Line Expected to be Ready this FY', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: The Kali Gandaki Transmission Mechanism, which was developed with the aim to connect the hydro-electricity generated from Kali Gandaki River basin to the national grid, is expected to be complete within this fiscal year.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: The Kali Gandaki Transmission Mechanism, which was developed with the aim to connect the hydro-electricity generated from Kali Gandaki River basin to the national grid, is expected to be complete within this fiscal year. Installation of both towers and sub-stations are being carried side by side for the 39 km transmission line from Kusma of Parbat to Dana of Myagdi district.</p> <p>According to Nepal Electricity Authority’s Director Kul Man Ghising, approximately 60 percent of the transmission mechanism has been completed. Ghising informed that the construction of the foundation of towers, installation of towers and all sub-stations are being carried out without any delay. He further added that the power evacuation will be initiated after finishing the construction work within this fiscal year.</p> <p>Under the distribution network, 110 towers and two substations each at Kusma of Parbat and Dana of Myagdi will be installed. Ghising said that they have given more emphasis to finish this project than other similar projects.</p> <p>The project is expected to complete in the stipulated time as there is not hassles in acquiring land and forests, said the project chief Chandan Kumar Ghosh.</p> <p>“The first phase of the work will be completed within this fiscal year,” said Ghos adding, “After that, extension of transmission line (87.8 km) from Kusma to Ramnagar of Nawalparasi will be initiated in the second phase of the project.” </p> <p>At present, 16 hydropower projects have taken permission from the Department of Electricity Development to supply power to the Kali Gandaki Corridor Project. The total capacity of the projects is 739.4 MW.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9141', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9362', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'QDF, Godiva Launch Interactive Display at Hamad Int’l Airport', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has partnered with premium Belgian chocolatier Godiva to launch its first in-store interactive wall display in travel retail designed to appeal to chocolate-loving passengers travelling through the Hamad International Airport (HIA).', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has partnered with premium Belgian chocolatier Godiva to launch its first in-store interactive wall display in travel retail designed to appeal to chocolate-loving passengers travelling through the Hamad International Airport (HIA).</p> <p>This next-generation innovative installation is equipped with a unique, built-in concierge application designed to offer customers their perfect choice of product, reads a statement issued by Qatar Airways.</p> <p>According to the statement, shoppers are asked to answer a series of questions through the application, allowing it to identify their perfect Godiva chocolate gift box to match their tastes.</p> <p>Godiva’s president for global sales, Matthew Hodges, said, “The idea of the interactive wallbay, which is a first for Godiva, was borne of the realisation that today’s consumers shop in a different way to their predecessors. They are looking for engagement with the brand, for an interaction which makes them feel valued and appreciated. This joint project with QDF will enhance the appeal of our gifting items and, through the clever use of technology, make it easy for millennials to purchase products based on their specific needs.”</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9140', 'image' => '20181030011644_aaaa.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9361', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hankook Tire Appoints LH Services and Spare Parts as Authorized Distributor for Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'October 30: Hankook Tire has appointed LH Services and Spare Parts (LHSS) as its authorized distributor for Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>October 30: Hankook Tire has appointed LH Services and Spare Parts (LHSS) as its authorized distributor for Nepal.</p> <p>LHSS was established by Laxmi Group in 2018 as per the company’s vision to be a “one stop solution for all of consumer’s mobility needs”.</p> <p>A press statement issued by LHSS states that the company houses globally leading brands of automotive components and accessories and is currently engaged in battery, lubricant and tire business. </p> <p>According to the statement, South Korean brand Hankook has a strong presence in PCR, LTR, SUV and TBR segments.</p> <p>“Hankook tires assures high fuel efficiency, low shock and noise, better traction and higher tire life,” the statement reads.</p> <p>LHSS said it is currently importing the Hankook tires from two of its factories based in Indonesia and Korea.</p> <p>Hankook has been in Nepal for the last few years, but decided to join hands with Laxmi Group as the brand seeks to promote its products more aggressively in the Nepalese market.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-10-30', 'modified' => '2018-10-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '9139', 'image' => '20181030010427_Hankook Tire Launch 2.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-10-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '20' ) ) ) $current_user = null $logged_in = false $xml = falsesimplexml_load_file - [internal], line ?? include - APP/View/Elements/side_bar.ctp, line 133 View::_evaluate() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 971 View::_render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 933 View::_renderElement() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 1224 View::element() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 418 include - APP/View/Articles/index.ctp, line 157 View::_evaluate() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 971 View::_render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 933 View::render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 473 Controller::render() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 968 Dispatcher::_invoke() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 200 Dispatcher::dispatch() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 167 [main] - APP/webroot/index.php, line 117
| Currency | Unit |
Buy | Sell |
| U.S. Dollar | 1 | 121.23 | 121.83 |
| European Euro | 1 | 131.65 | 132.31 |
| UK Pound Sterling | 1 | 142.47 | 143.18 |
| Swiss Franc | 1 | 124.29 | 124.90 |
| Australian Dollar | 1 | 71.69 | 72.05 |
| Canadian Dollar | 1 | 83.90 | 84.32 |
| Japanese Yen | 10 | 10.94 | 11.00 |
| Chinese Yuan | 1 | 17.17 | 17.26 |
| Saudi Arabian Riyal | 1 | 32.27 | 32.43 |
| UAE Dirham | 1 | 33.01 | 33.17 |
| Malaysian Ringgit | 1 | 27.36 | 27.50 |
| South Korean Won | 100 | 9.77 | 9.82 |
Update: 2020-03-25 | Source: Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB)
| Fine Gold | 1 tola | 77000.00 |
| Tejabi Gold | 1 tola | 76700.00 |
| Silver | 1 tola | 720.00 |
Update : 2020-03-25
Source: Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers' Association
| Petrol | 1 Liter | 106.00 |
| Diesel | 1 Liter | 95.00 |
| Kerosene | 1 Liter | 95.00 |
| LP Gas | 1 Cylinder | 1375.00 |
Update : 2020-03-25
