September 9: Tourist Guide Association of Nepal (TURGAN), an umbrella body of tourist guides of the country, has decided to demand increase in wages of tourist guides from January 1.…

September 9: Tourist Guide Association of Nepal (TURGAN), an umbrella body of tourist guides of the country, has decided to demand increase in wages of tourist guides from January 1.…
September 9: The “Think and Grow Workshop” was held in the capital on September 7.…
September 9: Durbar Marg-based Sulux Center has announced discount for card holders of Bank of Kathmandu on the occasion of Father’s Day and…
September 9: Nepal Distilleries is all set to host Khukri XXX Rum Sundown Affair this Saturday at the Foyer…
September 9: Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd showcased its updated version of the next generation Mahindra Pik Up, an exclusive offering from the makers of Scorpio, amid an event in Kathmandu on September…
September 9: Kailash Bikas Bank with the motive of extending its banking facility to every nook and corner of the country has opened a new branch in Hemja of Kaski…
September 9: Machhapuchhre Bank and Lumbini General Insurance have signed bancassurance agreement amid an event on Friday, September…
September 7: Panchakanyha Group celebrated its 46th anniversary as well as the 88th birthday of the organisation’s chairman Prem Bahadur Shrestha amid a recent function.…
September 7: Ganapati Microfinance Bittiya Sanstha Limited (GMBSL) has appointed NIBL Ace Capital Limited as its issue and sales manager for the IPO…
September 7: Member countries of WHO South-East Asia Region committed to make essential medicines, vaccines, diagnostics and medical devices affordable and accessible to all, both within the region and…
September 7: Laxmi Intercontinental Pvt Ltd, the authorized distributor of Hyundai Automobiles in Nepal, has launched a festive offer starting from September…
September 7: Nepal Communitere, an NGO which supports innovative ideas, is organizing the second edition of Kathmandu Mini Maker Faire (KMMF) on September 22-23.…
September 7: Qatar Airways has claimed to have become the first airline company to implement the virtual reality technology for training at its Doha-based…
September 6: Chinese smartphone brand OPPO has started the sale of the recently launched OPPO F9 from all its major outlets in Nepal.…
September 6: Antarpreranam a startup accelerator in Nepal, organised the Creative Business Cup on Wednesday, September…
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', 'content' => '<p>September 9: Tourist Guide Association of Nepal (TURGAN), an umbrella body of tourist guides of the country, has decided to demand increase in wages of tourist guides from January 1. An emergency meeting of TURGAN on Saturday decided to seek pay hike of the guides by 40 percent.</p> <p>According to the Kedar Tamang, president of TURGAN, guides are the major basis for tourism. Therefore, we want to draw the attention of the concerned authorities to implement the decision effectively.</p> <p>According to TURGAN, the guides have been complaining of not increasing their salary as per the inflation rate in the last five years. TURGAN said in a press statement that though it had been negotiating with Nepal Association of Tour and Travel Association (NATTA) to increase the wages, NATTA didn’t seem to be positive about it. TURGAN claimed that the wages of tourist guides has not been increased since 2014.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-09', 'modified' => '2018-09-09', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8837', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-09-09 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9057', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => '“Think and Grow Workshop” by Celia Gates', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 9: The “Think and Grow Workshop” was held in the capital on September 7. ', 'content' => '<p>September 9: The “Think and Grow Workshop” was held in the capital on September 7. Celia Gates, founder of the Global Brainstorm and creator of the Whether Forecast Mind Tool, gave keynote speech during the event organised by Nepal Entrepreneurs’ Hub at Malla Hotel, Lainchaur in collaboration with IAA Nepal Chapter, King’s College, Coca-Cola (Bottlers Nepal Limited) and Vianet.</p> <p>According to the organisers, the event saw an overwhelming participation of over a hundred enthusiastic participants. The first session focused on the introduction to principles of fresh thinking and innovative as well as sustainable business. The second session focussed on advanced thinking exercises while the third on purpose parachutes, sustainable business planning and market centric innovation. There was also a question and answer session with Suman Shakya and Madan Lamsal.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-09', 'modified' => '2018-09-09', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8836', 'image' => '20180909023551_think and grow.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-09-09 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9056', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Discount for BoK Card Holders at Sulux Center', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 9: Durbar Marg-based Sulux Center has announced discount for card holders of Bank of Kathmandu on the occasion of Father’s Day and Teej.', 'content' => '<p>September 9: Durbar Marg-based Sulux Center has announced discount for card holders of Bank of Kathmandu on the occasion of Father’s Day and Teej.</p> <p>Issuing a press statement, the bank said that its customers holding debit and credit cards are entitled to 10 percent discount the outlets of Sulux Center in Durbarmarg.</p> <p>According to the bank, the offer will be valid for a limited period of time.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-09', 'modified' => '2018-09-09', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8835', 'image' => '20180909013315_Clipboard01.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-09-09 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9053', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Sundown Affair of Khukri XXX Rum at Foyer Lounge', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 9: Nepal Distilleries is all set to host Khukri XXX Rum Sundown Affair this Saturday at the Foyer Lounge.', 'content' => '<p>September 9: Nepal Distilleries is all set to host Khukri XXX Rum Sundown Affair this Saturday at the Foyer Lounge. According to the company, the Sundown Affair offers an exclusive range of rum-based cocktails to be enjoyed alongside live music.</p> <p>The Sundown Affair, a seasonal promotion held by Khukri XXX, is a weekly event offering the opportunity to enjoy live sets by local and international DJs with a special drink menu designed by international mixologists Din Hassan and Ami Shroff, the company said in a statement.</p> <p>This is the sixth volume of the Sundown Affair, where attendees can enjoy their cocktails alongside live music from Nepal's top trance acts including DJ Sumeet, DJ Fatfrog, DJ Tshering, DJ PSY Ninja, and DJ Phuchhey.</p> <p>Khukri XXX Rum has already hosted five Sundown Affairs starting with the inaugural event at Level 3, Labim Mall on August 4. The following events were held at Embers Restaurant, Tangalwood, and Moksh.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-09', 'modified' => '2018-09-09', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8834', 'image' => '20180909010547_kk.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-09-09 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9052', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Mahindra launches Next Generation Mahindra Pik Up in Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 9: Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd showcased its updated version of the next generation Mahindra Pik Up, an exclusive offering from the makers of Scorpio, amid an event in Kathmandu on September 7.', 'content' => '<div><span style="font-size:13px">September 9: Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd showcased its updated version of the next generation Mahindra Pik Up, an exclusive offering from the makers of Scorpio, amid an event in Kathmandu on September 7.</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">According to the company, Mahindra’s next generation Pik Up features refreshed outer body styling, new six speed transmission, increased turbo-diesel power of 103kw and an impressive towing capacity of 2500kg. The new Pik Up is an all-rounder vehicle with powerful, spacious and hi-tech offering for the new age, the company said in a statement.</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">“The turbo-diesel engine is linked to a six-speed manual gearbox driving the rear wheels, and will also be available with 4x4 transmission with low range, thus giving more power to the customers to drive through any terrain,” the statement said.</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">As the flagship model of the range, the company said that the S10 double cab has advanced features such as remote central locking, cruise control, navigation, auto climate control and a multifunction steering wheel.</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">“Strengthening our commitment to safety and comfort, it has ABS, EBD, dual airbags, collapsible steering column as standard features. Static bending cornering lamp technology improves the comfort of driving during in night vision mode,” the statement further said.</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">According to the company, the vehicle offers SUV-like-feeling yet remains within the identity of the Mahindra Pik Up’s rugged and reliable legacy.</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">The company said that the next generation Mahindra Pik Up vehicles are made at the company’s state-of-the-art plant in Nasik, Maharashtra, India. These products will be available across the extensive network of Agni Incorporated in Nepal.</span></div> <div> </div> <div> </div> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-09', 'modified' => '2018-09-09', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8833', 'image' => '20180909124720_MAHINDRA-Scorpio_PikUp1.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-09-09 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9055', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Kailash now in Hemja', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 9: Kailash Bikas Bank with the motive of extending its banking facility to every nook and corner of the country has opened a new branch in Hemja of Kaski district.', 'content' => '<p>September 9: Kailash Bikas Bank with the motive of extending its banking facility to every nook and corner of the country has opened a new branch in Hemja of Kaski district.</p> <p>Man Bahadur GC, mayor of Pokhara Municipality, inaugurated the Hemja branch of Kailash Bank amid an event on Friday, September 7.</p> <p>The bank on September 6 had inaugurated a branch in Dumre Bazzar of Tanahun.</p> <p>Kailash Bikas Bank has been providing its banking service across the country with a network of 68 branches.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-09', 'modified' => '2018-09-09', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8832', 'image' => '20180909012648_kailash.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-09-09 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9054', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Bancassurance between Machhapuchhre and Lumbini General', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 9: Machhapuchhre Bank and Lumbini General Insurance have signed bancassurance agreement amid an event on Friday, September 7.', 'content' => '<p>September 9: Machhapuchhre Bank and Lumbini General Insurance have signed bancassurance agreement amid an event on Friday, September 7.</p> <p>Suman Sharma, CEO of Machhapuchhre Bank, and Noor Prakash Pradhan, CEO of Lumbini General Insurance, signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organizations.</p> <p>As per the agreement, the account holders of the bank can now avail non-life insurance facility of the insurance company from any branch of Machhapuchhre Bank.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-09', 'modified' => '2018-09-09', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8831', 'image' => '20180909013514_Bancassurance Agreement.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-09-09 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9051', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Panchakanyha Group Celebrates 46th Anniversary', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 7: Panchakanyha Group celebrated its 46th anniversary as well as the 88th birthday of the organisation’s chairman Prem Bahadur Shrestha amid a recent function. ', 'content' => '<p>September 7: Panchakanyha Group celebrated its 46<sup>th</sup> anniversary as well as the 88<sup>th</sup> birthday of the organisation’s chairman Prem Bahadur Shrestha amid a recent function. Issuing a press statement, the business conglomerate said that the celebrations were held on September 2.</p> <p>Operators of Panchakanya Group, its staff, dealers as well as well wishers were present during the celebrations. Panchakanya Group presented letter of appreciation to the dealers who were able to sell the maximum amount of steel, plastic and SS water tanks. Likewise, Gopal Prasad Wagle was declared as the best employee followed by Sujan Shrestha while Namgyal Tamang bagged the award of the best manager. The organization also honoured its diligent staff as well as those working for long duration at the organization.</p> <p>Panchakanya Group’s chairman Prem Bahadur Shrestha, vice chair Dhruba Kumar Shrestha, Managing Director Pradeep Kumar Shrestha, Executive Directors Ujjwal Kumar Shrestha and Udip Shrestha gave speech during the function.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-07', 'modified' => '2018-09-07', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8830', 'image' => '20180907124458_IMG_0292.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-09-07 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9050', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'GMBSL Appoints NIBL Ace Capital as its Issue Manager', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 7: Ganapati Microfinance Bittiya Sanstha Limited (GMBSL) has appointed NIBL Ace Capital Limited as its issue and sales manager for the IPO issuance.', 'content' => '<p>September 7: Ganapati Microfinance Bittiya Sanstha Limited (GMBSL) has appointed NIBL Ace Capital Limited as its issue and sales manager for the IPO issuance. It will be issuing 300,000 ordinary shares at Rs 100 per unit of share as its Initial Public Offering for the general public.</p> <p>Achut Raj Sapkota, CEO of Ganapati Microfinance Bittiya Sanstha Limited, and the General Manager of NIBL Ace Capital Limited Mekh Bahadur Thapa had signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organisations.</p> <p>GMBSL is a class “D” microfinance company licensed by Nepal Rastra Bank. After the IPO, its paid-up capital will reach Rs 100 million from Rs 70 million. Similarly, the authorize capital and issued capital is Rs 200 million and Rs 100 million respectively.</p> <p>The company said it has outstanding loan of Rs 560 million provided to 10,428 deprived sector groups. Similarly, the company has deposit of Rs 132.6 million.</p> <p>The company has been providing services from 20 branches located in 12 districts of Nepal.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-07', 'modified' => '2018-09-07', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8829', 'image' => '20180907123255_issue manager.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-09-07 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9049', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'WHO South-East Asia Region resolves to make essential medicines accessible, affordable to all', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 7: Member countries of WHO South-East Asia Region committed to make essential medicines, vaccines, diagnostics and medical devices affordable and accessible to all, both within the region and beyond.', 'content' => '<p>September 6: Member countries of WHO South-East Asia Region committed to make essential medicines, vaccines, diagnostics and medical devices affordable and accessible to all, both within the region and beyond.</p> <p>“Access to safe, effective and affordable medical products vital to prevent sufferings and impoverishment resulting from high out-of-pocket expenses on healthcare by families, especially the poor,” Dr Poonam Khetrapal Singh, regional director of WHO South-East Asia Region, said, as health ministers and officials of the 11 member countries including Nepal signed the ‘Delhi Declaration’ on September 4 to improve access to essential medical products.</p> <p>The meeting of the member states observed that medical products are a major component of out-of-pocket health care spending which has pushed 65 million people into poverty in the WHO South-East Asia Region.</p> <p>Though significant efforts have been made by countries in recent years, as improving access to essential medicines is a WHO flagship priority programme in the region since 2014, challenges remain in providing the right medical products at the right time to those in need.</p> <p>To overcome such challenges, the Delhi Declaration calls for allocation of sufficient financial resources by countries, as part of overall health financing strategies, to reduce out-of-pocket payments of families on essential medicines.</p> <p>The declaration calls for strengthening national policies, regulation, supply chain management, and capacity to leverage intellectual property and trade for public health, to improve access to medicines and vaccines.</p> <p>Signing the declaration at the 71<sup>st</sup> Regional Committee Session of WHO South-East Asia Region, member countries committed to developing an effective, transparent and participatory mechanism for regional price negotiation and pooled procurement to ensure accessibility and affordability of essential medical products for life threatening and rare diseases.</p> <p>The member countries also committed to strengthen regulatory cooperation and collaboration to improve availability, quality and safety of essential medical products through the South-East Asia Regulatory Network (SEARN).</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-06', 'modified' => '2018-09-07', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8828', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-09-06 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9047', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hyundai Festive Offer', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 7: Laxmi Intercontinental Pvt Ltd, the authorized distributor of Hyundai Automobiles in Nepal, has launched a festive offer starting from September 6.', 'content' => '<p>September 7: Laxmi Intercontinental Pvt Ltd, the authorized distributor of Hyundai Automobiles in Nepal, has launched a festive offer starting from September 6. According to the company the offer will run till November 13. Issuing a press statement, Laxmi Intercontinental said that this offer has been announced to celebrate the upcoming Dashain, Tihar and Chhath festivals.</p> <p style="margin-left:5.05pt">Under this scheme, customers will get attractive cash discount and one-year free insurance. This scheme also includes additional cash discount up to Rs 100,000 through scratch card, 10 grams of gold each to 100 lucky buyers and an opportunity to win 1 unit of i20 Active and 1 unit of Creta as a bumper prize through lucky draw.</p> <p style="margin-left:5.05pt">According to the company, all Hyundai vehicles come with 3 years warranty, 4 years free servicing along with free road tax for current fiscal year and ownership transfer.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-06', 'modified' => '2018-09-07', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8827', 'image' => '20180906053102_Clipboard01.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-09-06 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9048', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Kathmandu Mini Maker Faire in September 22-23', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 7: Nepal Communitere, an NGO which supports innovative ideas, is organizing the second edition of Kathmandu Mini Maker Faire (KMMF) on September 22-23. ', 'content' => '<p style="margin-left:5pt; text-align:justify">September 7: Nepal Communitere, an NGO which supports innovative ideas, is organizing the second edition of Kathmandu Mini Maker Faire (KMMF) on September 22-23. According to the organiser, the KMMF will bring together makers and innovators from Nepal and abroad, and will highlight the kind of innovation in Nepal.</p> <p style="margin-left:5pt; text-align:justify">The theme for KMMF 2018 is ‘design future’ which primarily focuses on health, education and environment but also welcomes all makers in different sectors.</p> <p style="margin-left:5pt; text-align:justify">“KMMF 2018 will look at how the maker movement in Nepal and around the world can contribute to the way we design our future homes, communities, cities and lives,” the organiser said in a statement.</p> <p style="margin-left:5pt; text-align:justify">The events and exhibits will include exhibitors, speakers, panel discussions, workshops on small, low-cost computers such as Raspberry Pi and Arduino, a virtual reality booth, drone flying, 3D printing workshops, and traditional crafting.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">The organiser said KMMF will provide incubation grants of up to Rs 200,000 for each team of the makers showing innovative approaches to health, education and environment challenges. KMMF will encourage novel application of technologies, explore cross sector intersections between traditionally functioning domains.</p> <p style="margin-left:5pt; text-align:justify">The statement further said that Nepal Communitere is orgsanising the event in partnership with Rural Development Initiative (RDI) and Global Innovation Gathering (GIG).</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-06', 'modified' => '2018-09-07', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8826', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-09-06 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9046', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Qatar Airways Launches Virtual Reality Training for its Staff', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 7: Qatar Airways has claimed to have become the first airline company to implement the virtual reality technology for training at its Doha-based headquarters.', 'content' => '<div><span style="font-size:13px">September 7: Qatar Airways has claimed to have become the first airline company to implement the virtual reality technology for training at its Doha-based headquarters.</span></div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">The airline company said in a statement that it has agreed to become the global launch partner of Ramp VR, a system pioneered by IATA which utilises the latest virtual-reality technology to simulate real airside conditions for ground handling and ground service operator training.</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">According to the company, the new system is being used to train airside operational and management staff through immersion into a real-time, live experience, while being in a safe and controlled training environment.</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">“In another major innovation the specialised training division is launching a newly developed Airport Managers Performance Programme to all of the airline’s airport managers across the globe, where the RampVR system will be utilised to enhance aircraft turnaround checks to maximise efficiency and ensure optimal safety of aircraft on the ramp,” the company said in a statement.</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">Ramp VR can be programmed to simulate all light, weather, hazard and operational conditions in which staff members can find themselves, and create an endless variety of problem-solving opportunities while trainees are immersed in a ‘real’ ramp environment. </span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">According to the company, the technology allows for the immediate practical application and embedding of theory while staff are still in the training environment, eliminating any safety risk to staff and aircraft.</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">Qatar Airways said it is using the ‘Aircraft Turnaround Check’ and ‘Marshalling’ training modules, the first of a suite of modules that covers a wide range of aviation training needs with reduced time and training costs. IATA project staff meet regularly with Qatar Airways Talent Development’s team to review training results and plan future developments.</span></div> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-06', 'modified' => '2018-09-07', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8825', 'image' => '20180906051637_Clipboard01.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-09-06 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9045', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'OPPO Starts Sale of F9 across Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 6: Chinese smartphone brand OPPO has started the sale of the recently launched OPPO F9 from all its major outlets in Nepal. ', 'content' => '<p>September 6: Chinese smartphone brand OPPO has started the sale of the recently launched OPPO F9 from all its major outlets in Nepal. The new F9 comes with VOOC flash charging that backs two hours talk with just 5 minutes of charge, the company said in a statement.</p> <p>According to the company, the F9 has been designed to offer a unique experience and represent OPPO’s technologically advanced and innovative expertise.</p> <p>OPPO F9 is priced at Rs 41,590 (4GB) and Rs 45,590 (6GB) will be available in sunrise red and twilight blue colours.</p> <p>OPPO F9 is powered by MediaTekHelio P60, the SoC platform featuring AI technology that offers flagship features to consumers without a premium price tag.</p> <p>The company claimed that the smartphone comes with VOOC flash charge that has a charging speed which is up to four times faster than general charging at 5V/1A. In addition to increasing the charging speed by four times, VOOC also boasts an intelligent five-layer protection system from the adaptor to the port and interior of the phone.</p> <p>According to the company, a quick 5-minute charge is enough to maintain 2 hours of talk time.</p> <p>Based on Android 8.1, OPPO F9 brings the ColorOS 5.2 Operating System to create a smarter interactive experience for users. When it comes to hardware, the 4GB/6GB + 64GB memory combination improves the speed of operation. F9 also supports 256GB memory expansion. To satisfy users with multiple SIM cards, F9 applies a design that contains 3 card slots, two for SIM cards and one for the storage card.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-06', 'modified' => '2018-09-06', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8824', 'image' => '20180906045822_OPPO F9 PricexProduct KV.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-09-06 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9044', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Creative Business Cup Nepal 2018 concludes', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 6: Antarpreranam a startup accelerator in Nepal, organised the Creative Business Cup on Wednesday, September 5.', 'content' => '<p>September 6: Antarpreranam a startup accelerator in Nepal, organised the Creative Business Cup on Wednesday, September 5.</p> <p>According to the organizer, 15 young entrepreneurs had participated in the competition from across the country and the winner will now represent Nepal in International Creative Business Cup in Denmark.</p> <p>International Creative Business Cup, which is conducted annually, has been assisting to empower entrepreneurs from across the globe.</p> <p>Antarprerana informed that the platform not only helps the entrepreneurs to meet the prospective investor in international arena but also supports to promote their business ideas. </p> <p>Creative Business Cup Nepal 2018 was supported by Nepal Business Journalism Society, CG Holdings, Golchha Organization and Nepal Young Entrepreneurs Forum.</p> <p>Paila Technology has been selected as the outstanding company of the Creative Business Cup Nepal 2018 and will now head to participate in the International Creative Business Cup, Denmark to represent Nepal.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-06', 'modified' => '2018-09-06', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8823', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-09-06 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ) ) $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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', 'content' => '<p>September 9: Tourist Guide Association of Nepal (TURGAN), an umbrella body of tourist guides of the country, has decided to demand increase in wages of tourist guides from January 1. An emergency meeting of TURGAN on Saturday decided to seek pay hike of the guides by 40 percent.</p> <p>According to the Kedar Tamang, president of TURGAN, guides are the major basis for tourism. Therefore, we want to draw the attention of the concerned authorities to implement the decision effectively.</p> <p>According to TURGAN, the guides have been complaining of not increasing their salary as per the inflation rate in the last five years. TURGAN said in a press statement that though it had been negotiating with Nepal Association of Tour and Travel Association (NATTA) to increase the wages, NATTA didn’t seem to be positive about it. TURGAN claimed that the wages of tourist guides has not been increased since 2014.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-09', 'modified' => '2018-09-09', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8837', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-09-09 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9057', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => '“Think and Grow Workshop” by Celia Gates', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 9: The “Think and Grow Workshop” was held in the capital on September 7. ', 'content' => '<p>September 9: The “Think and Grow Workshop” was held in the capital on September 7. Celia Gates, founder of the Global Brainstorm and creator of the Whether Forecast Mind Tool, gave keynote speech during the event organised by Nepal Entrepreneurs’ Hub at Malla Hotel, Lainchaur in collaboration with IAA Nepal Chapter, King’s College, Coca-Cola (Bottlers Nepal Limited) and Vianet.</p> <p>According to the organisers, the event saw an overwhelming participation of over a hundred enthusiastic participants. The first session focused on the introduction to principles of fresh thinking and innovative as well as sustainable business. The second session focussed on advanced thinking exercises while the third on purpose parachutes, sustainable business planning and market centric innovation. There was also a question and answer session with Suman Shakya and Madan Lamsal.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-09', 'modified' => '2018-09-09', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8836', 'image' => '20180909023551_think and grow.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-09-09 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9056', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Discount for BoK Card Holders at Sulux Center', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 9: Durbar Marg-based Sulux Center has announced discount for card holders of Bank of Kathmandu on the occasion of Father’s Day and Teej.', 'content' => '<p>September 9: Durbar Marg-based Sulux Center has announced discount for card holders of Bank of Kathmandu on the occasion of Father’s Day and Teej.</p> <p>Issuing a press statement, the bank said that its customers holding debit and credit cards are entitled to 10 percent discount the outlets of Sulux Center in Durbarmarg.</p> <p>According to the bank, the offer will be valid for a limited period of time.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-09', 'modified' => '2018-09-09', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8835', 'image' => '20180909013315_Clipboard01.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-09-09 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9053', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Sundown Affair of Khukri XXX Rum at Foyer Lounge', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 9: Nepal Distilleries is all set to host Khukri XXX Rum Sundown Affair this Saturday at the Foyer Lounge.', 'content' => '<p>September 9: Nepal Distilleries is all set to host Khukri XXX Rum Sundown Affair this Saturday at the Foyer Lounge. According to the company, the Sundown Affair offers an exclusive range of rum-based cocktails to be enjoyed alongside live music.</p> <p>The Sundown Affair, a seasonal promotion held by Khukri XXX, is a weekly event offering the opportunity to enjoy live sets by local and international DJs with a special drink menu designed by international mixologists Din Hassan and Ami Shroff, the company said in a statement.</p> <p>This is the sixth volume of the Sundown Affair, where attendees can enjoy their cocktails alongside live music from Nepal's top trance acts including DJ Sumeet, DJ Fatfrog, DJ Tshering, DJ PSY Ninja, and DJ Phuchhey.</p> <p>Khukri XXX Rum has already hosted five Sundown Affairs starting with the inaugural event at Level 3, Labim Mall on August 4. The following events were held at Embers Restaurant, Tangalwood, and Moksh.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-09', 'modified' => '2018-09-09', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8834', 'image' => '20180909010547_kk.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-09-09 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9052', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Mahindra launches Next Generation Mahindra Pik Up in Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 9: Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd showcased its updated version of the next generation Mahindra Pik Up, an exclusive offering from the makers of Scorpio, amid an event in Kathmandu on September 7.', 'content' => '<div><span style="font-size:13px">September 9: Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd showcased its updated version of the next generation Mahindra Pik Up, an exclusive offering from the makers of Scorpio, amid an event in Kathmandu on September 7.</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">According to the company, Mahindra’s next generation Pik Up features refreshed outer body styling, new six speed transmission, increased turbo-diesel power of 103kw and an impressive towing capacity of 2500kg. The new Pik Up is an all-rounder vehicle with powerful, spacious and hi-tech offering for the new age, the company said in a statement.</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">“The turbo-diesel engine is linked to a six-speed manual gearbox driving the rear wheels, and will also be available with 4x4 transmission with low range, thus giving more power to the customers to drive through any terrain,” the statement said.</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">As the flagship model of the range, the company said that the S10 double cab has advanced features such as remote central locking, cruise control, navigation, auto climate control and a multifunction steering wheel.</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">“Strengthening our commitment to safety and comfort, it has ABS, EBD, dual airbags, collapsible steering column as standard features. Static bending cornering lamp technology improves the comfort of driving during in night vision mode,” the statement further said.</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">According to the company, the vehicle offers SUV-like-feeling yet remains within the identity of the Mahindra Pik Up’s rugged and reliable legacy.</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">The company said that the next generation Mahindra Pik Up vehicles are made at the company’s state-of-the-art plant in Nasik, Maharashtra, India. These products will be available across the extensive network of Agni Incorporated in Nepal.</span></div> <div> </div> <div> </div> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-09', 'modified' => '2018-09-09', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8833', 'image' => '20180909124720_MAHINDRA-Scorpio_PikUp1.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-09-09 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9055', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Kailash now in Hemja', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 9: Kailash Bikas Bank with the motive of extending its banking facility to every nook and corner of the country has opened a new branch in Hemja of Kaski district.', 'content' => '<p>September 9: Kailash Bikas Bank with the motive of extending its banking facility to every nook and corner of the country has opened a new branch in Hemja of Kaski district.</p> <p>Man Bahadur GC, mayor of Pokhara Municipality, inaugurated the Hemja branch of Kailash Bank amid an event on Friday, September 7.</p> <p>The bank on September 6 had inaugurated a branch in Dumre Bazzar of Tanahun.</p> <p>Kailash Bikas Bank has been providing its banking service across the country with a network of 68 branches.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-09', 'modified' => '2018-09-09', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8832', 'image' => '20180909012648_kailash.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-09-09 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9054', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Bancassurance between Machhapuchhre and Lumbini General', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 9: Machhapuchhre Bank and Lumbini General Insurance have signed bancassurance agreement amid an event on Friday, September 7.', 'content' => '<p>September 9: Machhapuchhre Bank and Lumbini General Insurance have signed bancassurance agreement amid an event on Friday, September 7.</p> <p>Suman Sharma, CEO of Machhapuchhre Bank, and Noor Prakash Pradhan, CEO of Lumbini General Insurance, signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organizations.</p> <p>As per the agreement, the account holders of the bank can now avail non-life insurance facility of the insurance company from any branch of Machhapuchhre Bank.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-09', 'modified' => '2018-09-09', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8831', 'image' => '20180909013514_Bancassurance Agreement.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-09-09 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9051', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Panchakanyha Group Celebrates 46th Anniversary', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 7: Panchakanyha Group celebrated its 46th anniversary as well as the 88th birthday of the organisation’s chairman Prem Bahadur Shrestha amid a recent function. ', 'content' => '<p>September 7: Panchakanyha Group celebrated its 46<sup>th</sup> anniversary as well as the 88<sup>th</sup> birthday of the organisation’s chairman Prem Bahadur Shrestha amid a recent function. Issuing a press statement, the business conglomerate said that the celebrations were held on September 2.</p> <p>Operators of Panchakanya Group, its staff, dealers as well as well wishers were present during the celebrations. Panchakanya Group presented letter of appreciation to the dealers who were able to sell the maximum amount of steel, plastic and SS water tanks. Likewise, Gopal Prasad Wagle was declared as the best employee followed by Sujan Shrestha while Namgyal Tamang bagged the award of the best manager. The organization also honoured its diligent staff as well as those working for long duration at the organization.</p> <p>Panchakanya Group’s chairman Prem Bahadur Shrestha, vice chair Dhruba Kumar Shrestha, Managing Director Pradeep Kumar Shrestha, Executive Directors Ujjwal Kumar Shrestha and Udip Shrestha gave speech during the function.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-07', 'modified' => '2018-09-07', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8830', 'image' => '20180907124458_IMG_0292.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-09-07 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9050', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'GMBSL Appoints NIBL Ace Capital as its Issue Manager', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 7: Ganapati Microfinance Bittiya Sanstha Limited (GMBSL) has appointed NIBL Ace Capital Limited as its issue and sales manager for the IPO issuance.', 'content' => '<p>September 7: Ganapati Microfinance Bittiya Sanstha Limited (GMBSL) has appointed NIBL Ace Capital Limited as its issue and sales manager for the IPO issuance. It will be issuing 300,000 ordinary shares at Rs 100 per unit of share as its Initial Public Offering for the general public.</p> <p>Achut Raj Sapkota, CEO of Ganapati Microfinance Bittiya Sanstha Limited, and the General Manager of NIBL Ace Capital Limited Mekh Bahadur Thapa had signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organisations.</p> <p>GMBSL is a class “D” microfinance company licensed by Nepal Rastra Bank. After the IPO, its paid-up capital will reach Rs 100 million from Rs 70 million. Similarly, the authorize capital and issued capital is Rs 200 million and Rs 100 million respectively.</p> <p>The company said it has outstanding loan of Rs 560 million provided to 10,428 deprived sector groups. Similarly, the company has deposit of Rs 132.6 million.</p> <p>The company has been providing services from 20 branches located in 12 districts of Nepal.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-07', 'modified' => '2018-09-07', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8829', 'image' => '20180907123255_issue manager.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-09-07 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9049', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'WHO South-East Asia Region resolves to make essential medicines accessible, affordable to all', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 7: Member countries of WHO South-East Asia Region committed to make essential medicines, vaccines, diagnostics and medical devices affordable and accessible to all, both within the region and beyond.', 'content' => '<p>September 6: Member countries of WHO South-East Asia Region committed to make essential medicines, vaccines, diagnostics and medical devices affordable and accessible to all, both within the region and beyond.</p> <p>“Access to safe, effective and affordable medical products vital to prevent sufferings and impoverishment resulting from high out-of-pocket expenses on healthcare by families, especially the poor,” Dr Poonam Khetrapal Singh, regional director of WHO South-East Asia Region, said, as health ministers and officials of the 11 member countries including Nepal signed the ‘Delhi Declaration’ on September 4 to improve access to essential medical products.</p> <p>The meeting of the member states observed that medical products are a major component of out-of-pocket health care spending which has pushed 65 million people into poverty in the WHO South-East Asia Region.</p> <p>Though significant efforts have been made by countries in recent years, as improving access to essential medicines is a WHO flagship priority programme in the region since 2014, challenges remain in providing the right medical products at the right time to those in need.</p> <p>To overcome such challenges, the Delhi Declaration calls for allocation of sufficient financial resources by countries, as part of overall health financing strategies, to reduce out-of-pocket payments of families on essential medicines.</p> <p>The declaration calls for strengthening national policies, regulation, supply chain management, and capacity to leverage intellectual property and trade for public health, to improve access to medicines and vaccines.</p> <p>Signing the declaration at the 71<sup>st</sup> Regional Committee Session of WHO South-East Asia Region, member countries committed to developing an effective, transparent and participatory mechanism for regional price negotiation and pooled procurement to ensure accessibility and affordability of essential medical products for life threatening and rare diseases.</p> <p>The member countries also committed to strengthen regulatory cooperation and collaboration to improve availability, quality and safety of essential medical products through the South-East Asia Regulatory Network (SEARN).</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-06', 'modified' => '2018-09-07', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8828', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-09-06 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9047', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hyundai Festive Offer', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 7: Laxmi Intercontinental Pvt Ltd, the authorized distributor of Hyundai Automobiles in Nepal, has launched a festive offer starting from September 6.', 'content' => '<p>September 7: Laxmi Intercontinental Pvt Ltd, the authorized distributor of Hyundai Automobiles in Nepal, has launched a festive offer starting from September 6. According to the company the offer will run till November 13. Issuing a press statement, Laxmi Intercontinental said that this offer has been announced to celebrate the upcoming Dashain, Tihar and Chhath festivals.</p> <p style="margin-left:5.05pt">Under this scheme, customers will get attractive cash discount and one-year free insurance. This scheme also includes additional cash discount up to Rs 100,000 through scratch card, 10 grams of gold each to 100 lucky buyers and an opportunity to win 1 unit of i20 Active and 1 unit of Creta as a bumper prize through lucky draw.</p> <p style="margin-left:5.05pt">According to the company, all Hyundai vehicles come with 3 years warranty, 4 years free servicing along with free road tax for current fiscal year and ownership transfer.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-06', 'modified' => '2018-09-07', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8827', 'image' => '20180906053102_Clipboard01.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-09-06 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9048', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Kathmandu Mini Maker Faire in September 22-23', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 7: Nepal Communitere, an NGO which supports innovative ideas, is organizing the second edition of Kathmandu Mini Maker Faire (KMMF) on September 22-23. ', 'content' => '<p style="margin-left:5pt; text-align:justify">September 7: Nepal Communitere, an NGO which supports innovative ideas, is organizing the second edition of Kathmandu Mini Maker Faire (KMMF) on September 22-23. According to the organiser, the KMMF will bring together makers and innovators from Nepal and abroad, and will highlight the kind of innovation in Nepal.</p> <p style="margin-left:5pt; text-align:justify">The theme for KMMF 2018 is ‘design future’ which primarily focuses on health, education and environment but also welcomes all makers in different sectors.</p> <p style="margin-left:5pt; text-align:justify">“KMMF 2018 will look at how the maker movement in Nepal and around the world can contribute to the way we design our future homes, communities, cities and lives,” the organiser said in a statement.</p> <p style="margin-left:5pt; text-align:justify">The events and exhibits will include exhibitors, speakers, panel discussions, workshops on small, low-cost computers such as Raspberry Pi and Arduino, a virtual reality booth, drone flying, 3D printing workshops, and traditional crafting.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">The organiser said KMMF will provide incubation grants of up to Rs 200,000 for each team of the makers showing innovative approaches to health, education and environment challenges. KMMF will encourage novel application of technologies, explore cross sector intersections between traditionally functioning domains.</p> <p style="margin-left:5pt; text-align:justify">The statement further said that Nepal Communitere is orgsanising the event in partnership with Rural Development Initiative (RDI) and Global Innovation Gathering (GIG).</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-06', 'modified' => '2018-09-07', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8826', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-09-06 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9046', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Qatar Airways Launches Virtual Reality Training for its Staff', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 7: Qatar Airways has claimed to have become the first airline company to implement the virtual reality technology for training at its Doha-based headquarters.', 'content' => '<div><span style="font-size:13px">September 7: Qatar Airways has claimed to have become the first airline company to implement the virtual reality technology for training at its Doha-based headquarters.</span></div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">The airline company said in a statement that it has agreed to become the global launch partner of Ramp VR, a system pioneered by IATA which utilises the latest virtual-reality technology to simulate real airside conditions for ground handling and ground service operator training.</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">According to the company, the new system is being used to train airside operational and management staff through immersion into a real-time, live experience, while being in a safe and controlled training environment.</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">“In another major innovation the specialised training division is launching a newly developed Airport Managers Performance Programme to all of the airline’s airport managers across the globe, where the RampVR system will be utilised to enhance aircraft turnaround checks to maximise efficiency and ensure optimal safety of aircraft on the ramp,” the company said in a statement.</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">Ramp VR can be programmed to simulate all light, weather, hazard and operational conditions in which staff members can find themselves, and create an endless variety of problem-solving opportunities while trainees are immersed in a ‘real’ ramp environment. </span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">According to the company, the technology allows for the immediate practical application and embedding of theory while staff are still in the training environment, eliminating any safety risk to staff and aircraft.</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">Qatar Airways said it is using the ‘Aircraft Turnaround Check’ and ‘Marshalling’ training modules, the first of a suite of modules that covers a wide range of aviation training needs with reduced time and training costs. IATA project staff meet regularly with Qatar Airways Talent Development’s team to review training results and plan future developments.</span></div> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-06', 'modified' => '2018-09-07', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8825', 'image' => '20180906051637_Clipboard01.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-09-06 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9045', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'OPPO Starts Sale of F9 across Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 6: Chinese smartphone brand OPPO has started the sale of the recently launched OPPO F9 from all its major outlets in Nepal. ', 'content' => '<p>September 6: Chinese smartphone brand OPPO has started the sale of the recently launched OPPO F9 from all its major outlets in Nepal. The new F9 comes with VOOC flash charging that backs two hours talk with just 5 minutes of charge, the company said in a statement.</p> <p>According to the company, the F9 has been designed to offer a unique experience and represent OPPO’s technologically advanced and innovative expertise.</p> <p>OPPO F9 is priced at Rs 41,590 (4GB) and Rs 45,590 (6GB) will be available in sunrise red and twilight blue colours.</p> <p>OPPO F9 is powered by MediaTekHelio P60, the SoC platform featuring AI technology that offers flagship features to consumers without a premium price tag.</p> <p>The company claimed that the smartphone comes with VOOC flash charge that has a charging speed which is up to four times faster than general charging at 5V/1A. In addition to increasing the charging speed by four times, VOOC also boasts an intelligent five-layer protection system from the adaptor to the port and interior of the phone.</p> <p>According to the company, a quick 5-minute charge is enough to maintain 2 hours of talk time.</p> <p>Based on Android 8.1, OPPO F9 brings the ColorOS 5.2 Operating System to create a smarter interactive experience for users. When it comes to hardware, the 4GB/6GB + 64GB memory combination improves the speed of operation. F9 also supports 256GB memory expansion. To satisfy users with multiple SIM cards, F9 applies a design that contains 3 card slots, two for SIM cards and one for the storage card.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-06', 'modified' => '2018-09-06', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8824', 'image' => '20180906045822_OPPO F9 PricexProduct KV.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-09-06 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9044', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Creative Business Cup Nepal 2018 concludes', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 6: Antarpreranam a startup accelerator in Nepal, organised the Creative Business Cup on Wednesday, September 5.', 'content' => '<p>September 6: Antarpreranam a startup accelerator in Nepal, organised the Creative Business Cup on Wednesday, September 5.</p> <p>According to the organizer, 15 young entrepreneurs had participated in the competition from across the country and the winner will now represent Nepal in International Creative Business Cup in Denmark.</p> <p>International Creative Business Cup, which is conducted annually, has been assisting to empower entrepreneurs from across the globe.</p> <p>Antarprerana informed that the platform not only helps the entrepreneurs to meet the prospective investor in international arena but also supports to promote their business ideas. </p> <p>Creative Business Cup Nepal 2018 was supported by Nepal Business Journalism Society, CG Holdings, Golchha Organization and Nepal Young Entrepreneurs Forum.</p> <p>Paila Technology has been selected as the outstanding company of the Creative Business Cup Nepal 2018 and will now head to participate in the International Creative Business Cup, Denmark to represent Nepal.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-06', 'modified' => '2018-09-06', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8823', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-09-06 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ) ) $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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', 'content' => '<p>September 9: Tourist Guide Association of Nepal (TURGAN), an umbrella body of tourist guides of the country, has decided to demand increase in wages of tourist guides from January 1. An emergency meeting of TURGAN on Saturday decided to seek pay hike of the guides by 40 percent.</p> <p>According to the Kedar Tamang, president of TURGAN, guides are the major basis for tourism. Therefore, we want to draw the attention of the concerned authorities to implement the decision effectively.</p> <p>According to TURGAN, the guides have been complaining of not increasing their salary as per the inflation rate in the last five years. TURGAN said in a press statement that though it had been negotiating with Nepal Association of Tour and Travel Association (NATTA) to increase the wages, NATTA didn’t seem to be positive about it. TURGAN claimed that the wages of tourist guides has not been increased since 2014.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-09', 'modified' => '2018-09-09', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8837', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-09-09 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9057', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => '“Think and Grow Workshop” by Celia Gates', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 9: The “Think and Grow Workshop” was held in the capital on September 7. ', 'content' => '<p>September 9: The “Think and Grow Workshop” was held in the capital on September 7. Celia Gates, founder of the Global Brainstorm and creator of the Whether Forecast Mind Tool, gave keynote speech during the event organised by Nepal Entrepreneurs’ Hub at Malla Hotel, Lainchaur in collaboration with IAA Nepal Chapter, King’s College, Coca-Cola (Bottlers Nepal Limited) and Vianet.</p> <p>According to the organisers, the event saw an overwhelming participation of over a hundred enthusiastic participants. The first session focused on the introduction to principles of fresh thinking and innovative as well as sustainable business. The second session focussed on advanced thinking exercises while the third on purpose parachutes, sustainable business planning and market centric innovation. There was also a question and answer session with Suman Shakya and Madan Lamsal.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-09', 'modified' => '2018-09-09', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8836', 'image' => '20180909023551_think and grow.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-09-09 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9056', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Discount for BoK Card Holders at Sulux Center', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 9: Durbar Marg-based Sulux Center has announced discount for card holders of Bank of Kathmandu on the occasion of Father’s Day and Teej.', 'content' => '<p>September 9: Durbar Marg-based Sulux Center has announced discount for card holders of Bank of Kathmandu on the occasion of Father’s Day and Teej.</p> <p>Issuing a press statement, the bank said that its customers holding debit and credit cards are entitled to 10 percent discount the outlets of Sulux Center in Durbarmarg.</p> <p>According to the bank, the offer will be valid for a limited period of time.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-09', 'modified' => '2018-09-09', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8835', 'image' => '20180909013315_Clipboard01.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-09-09 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9053', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Sundown Affair of Khukri XXX Rum at Foyer Lounge', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 9: Nepal Distilleries is all set to host Khukri XXX Rum Sundown Affair this Saturday at the Foyer Lounge.', 'content' => '<p>September 9: Nepal Distilleries is all set to host Khukri XXX Rum Sundown Affair this Saturday at the Foyer Lounge. According to the company, the Sundown Affair offers an exclusive range of rum-based cocktails to be enjoyed alongside live music.</p> <p>The Sundown Affair, a seasonal promotion held by Khukri XXX, is a weekly event offering the opportunity to enjoy live sets by local and international DJs with a special drink menu designed by international mixologists Din Hassan and Ami Shroff, the company said in a statement.</p> <p>This is the sixth volume of the Sundown Affair, where attendees can enjoy their cocktails alongside live music from Nepal's top trance acts including DJ Sumeet, DJ Fatfrog, DJ Tshering, DJ PSY Ninja, and DJ Phuchhey.</p> <p>Khukri XXX Rum has already hosted five Sundown Affairs starting with the inaugural event at Level 3, Labim Mall on August 4. The following events were held at Embers Restaurant, Tangalwood, and Moksh.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-09', 'modified' => '2018-09-09', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8834', 'image' => '20180909010547_kk.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-09-09 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9052', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Mahindra launches Next Generation Mahindra Pik Up in Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 9: Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd showcased its updated version of the next generation Mahindra Pik Up, an exclusive offering from the makers of Scorpio, amid an event in Kathmandu on September 7.', 'content' => '<div><span style="font-size:13px">September 9: Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd showcased its updated version of the next generation Mahindra Pik Up, an exclusive offering from the makers of Scorpio, amid an event in Kathmandu on September 7.</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">According to the company, Mahindra’s next generation Pik Up features refreshed outer body styling, new six speed transmission, increased turbo-diesel power of 103kw and an impressive towing capacity of 2500kg. The new Pik Up is an all-rounder vehicle with powerful, spacious and hi-tech offering for the new age, the company said in a statement.</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">“The turbo-diesel engine is linked to a six-speed manual gearbox driving the rear wheels, and will also be available with 4x4 transmission with low range, thus giving more power to the customers to drive through any terrain,” the statement said.</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">As the flagship model of the range, the company said that the S10 double cab has advanced features such as remote central locking, cruise control, navigation, auto climate control and a multifunction steering wheel.</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">“Strengthening our commitment to safety and comfort, it has ABS, EBD, dual airbags, collapsible steering column as standard features. Static bending cornering lamp technology improves the comfort of driving during in night vision mode,” the statement further said.</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">According to the company, the vehicle offers SUV-like-feeling yet remains within the identity of the Mahindra Pik Up’s rugged and reliable legacy.</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">The company said that the next generation Mahindra Pik Up vehicles are made at the company’s state-of-the-art plant in Nasik, Maharashtra, India. These products will be available across the extensive network of Agni Incorporated in Nepal.</span></div> <div> </div> <div> </div> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-09', 'modified' => '2018-09-09', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8833', 'image' => '20180909124720_MAHINDRA-Scorpio_PikUp1.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-09-09 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9055', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Kailash now in Hemja', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 9: Kailash Bikas Bank with the motive of extending its banking facility to every nook and corner of the country has opened a new branch in Hemja of Kaski district.', 'content' => '<p>September 9: Kailash Bikas Bank with the motive of extending its banking facility to every nook and corner of the country has opened a new branch in Hemja of Kaski district.</p> <p>Man Bahadur GC, mayor of Pokhara Municipality, inaugurated the Hemja branch of Kailash Bank amid an event on Friday, September 7.</p> <p>The bank on September 6 had inaugurated a branch in Dumre Bazzar of Tanahun.</p> <p>Kailash Bikas Bank has been providing its banking service across the country with a network of 68 branches.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-09', 'modified' => '2018-09-09', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8832', 'image' => '20180909012648_kailash.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-09-09 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9054', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Bancassurance between Machhapuchhre and Lumbini General', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 9: Machhapuchhre Bank and Lumbini General Insurance have signed bancassurance agreement amid an event on Friday, September 7.', 'content' => '<p>September 9: Machhapuchhre Bank and Lumbini General Insurance have signed bancassurance agreement amid an event on Friday, September 7.</p> <p>Suman Sharma, CEO of Machhapuchhre Bank, and Noor Prakash Pradhan, CEO of Lumbini General Insurance, signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organizations.</p> <p>As per the agreement, the account holders of the bank can now avail non-life insurance facility of the insurance company from any branch of Machhapuchhre Bank.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-09', 'modified' => '2018-09-09', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8831', 'image' => '20180909013514_Bancassurance Agreement.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-09-09 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9051', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Panchakanyha Group Celebrates 46th Anniversary', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 7: Panchakanyha Group celebrated its 46th anniversary as well as the 88th birthday of the organisation’s chairman Prem Bahadur Shrestha amid a recent function. ', 'content' => '<p>September 7: Panchakanyha Group celebrated its 46<sup>th</sup> anniversary as well as the 88<sup>th</sup> birthday of the organisation’s chairman Prem Bahadur Shrestha amid a recent function. Issuing a press statement, the business conglomerate said that the celebrations were held on September 2.</p> <p>Operators of Panchakanya Group, its staff, dealers as well as well wishers were present during the celebrations. Panchakanya Group presented letter of appreciation to the dealers who were able to sell the maximum amount of steel, plastic and SS water tanks. Likewise, Gopal Prasad Wagle was declared as the best employee followed by Sujan Shrestha while Namgyal Tamang bagged the award of the best manager. The organization also honoured its diligent staff as well as those working for long duration at the organization.</p> <p>Panchakanya Group’s chairman Prem Bahadur Shrestha, vice chair Dhruba Kumar Shrestha, Managing Director Pradeep Kumar Shrestha, Executive Directors Ujjwal Kumar Shrestha and Udip Shrestha gave speech during the function.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-07', 'modified' => '2018-09-07', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8830', 'image' => '20180907124458_IMG_0292.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-09-07 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9050', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'GMBSL Appoints NIBL Ace Capital as its Issue Manager', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 7: Ganapati Microfinance Bittiya Sanstha Limited (GMBSL) has appointed NIBL Ace Capital Limited as its issue and sales manager for the IPO issuance.', 'content' => '<p>September 7: Ganapati Microfinance Bittiya Sanstha Limited (GMBSL) has appointed NIBL Ace Capital Limited as its issue and sales manager for the IPO issuance. It will be issuing 300,000 ordinary shares at Rs 100 per unit of share as its Initial Public Offering for the general public.</p> <p>Achut Raj Sapkota, CEO of Ganapati Microfinance Bittiya Sanstha Limited, and the General Manager of NIBL Ace Capital Limited Mekh Bahadur Thapa had signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organisations.</p> <p>GMBSL is a class “D” microfinance company licensed by Nepal Rastra Bank. After the IPO, its paid-up capital will reach Rs 100 million from Rs 70 million. Similarly, the authorize capital and issued capital is Rs 200 million and Rs 100 million respectively.</p> <p>The company said it has outstanding loan of Rs 560 million provided to 10,428 deprived sector groups. Similarly, the company has deposit of Rs 132.6 million.</p> <p>The company has been providing services from 20 branches located in 12 districts of Nepal.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-07', 'modified' => '2018-09-07', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8829', 'image' => '20180907123255_issue manager.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-09-07 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9049', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'WHO South-East Asia Region resolves to make essential medicines accessible, affordable to all', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 7: Member countries of WHO South-East Asia Region committed to make essential medicines, vaccines, diagnostics and medical devices affordable and accessible to all, both within the region and beyond.', 'content' => '<p>September 6: Member countries of WHO South-East Asia Region committed to make essential medicines, vaccines, diagnostics and medical devices affordable and accessible to all, both within the region and beyond.</p> <p>“Access to safe, effective and affordable medical products vital to prevent sufferings and impoverishment resulting from high out-of-pocket expenses on healthcare by families, especially the poor,” Dr Poonam Khetrapal Singh, regional director of WHO South-East Asia Region, said, as health ministers and officials of the 11 member countries including Nepal signed the ‘Delhi Declaration’ on September 4 to improve access to essential medical products.</p> <p>The meeting of the member states observed that medical products are a major component of out-of-pocket health care spending which has pushed 65 million people into poverty in the WHO South-East Asia Region.</p> <p>Though significant efforts have been made by countries in recent years, as improving access to essential medicines is a WHO flagship priority programme in the region since 2014, challenges remain in providing the right medical products at the right time to those in need.</p> <p>To overcome such challenges, the Delhi Declaration calls for allocation of sufficient financial resources by countries, as part of overall health financing strategies, to reduce out-of-pocket payments of families on essential medicines.</p> <p>The declaration calls for strengthening national policies, regulation, supply chain management, and capacity to leverage intellectual property and trade for public health, to improve access to medicines and vaccines.</p> <p>Signing the declaration at the 71<sup>st</sup> Regional Committee Session of WHO South-East Asia Region, member countries committed to developing an effective, transparent and participatory mechanism for regional price negotiation and pooled procurement to ensure accessibility and affordability of essential medical products for life threatening and rare diseases.</p> <p>The member countries also committed to strengthen regulatory cooperation and collaboration to improve availability, quality and safety of essential medical products through the South-East Asia Regulatory Network (SEARN).</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-06', 'modified' => '2018-09-07', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8828', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-09-06 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9047', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hyundai Festive Offer', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 7: Laxmi Intercontinental Pvt Ltd, the authorized distributor of Hyundai Automobiles in Nepal, has launched a festive offer starting from September 6.', 'content' => '<p>September 7: Laxmi Intercontinental Pvt Ltd, the authorized distributor of Hyundai Automobiles in Nepal, has launched a festive offer starting from September 6. According to the company the offer will run till November 13. Issuing a press statement, Laxmi Intercontinental said that this offer has been announced to celebrate the upcoming Dashain, Tihar and Chhath festivals.</p> <p style="margin-left:5.05pt">Under this scheme, customers will get attractive cash discount and one-year free insurance. This scheme also includes additional cash discount up to Rs 100,000 through scratch card, 10 grams of gold each to 100 lucky buyers and an opportunity to win 1 unit of i20 Active and 1 unit of Creta as a bumper prize through lucky draw.</p> <p style="margin-left:5.05pt">According to the company, all Hyundai vehicles come with 3 years warranty, 4 years free servicing along with free road tax for current fiscal year and ownership transfer.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-06', 'modified' => '2018-09-07', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8827', 'image' => '20180906053102_Clipboard01.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-09-06 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9048', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Kathmandu Mini Maker Faire in September 22-23', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 7: Nepal Communitere, an NGO which supports innovative ideas, is organizing the second edition of Kathmandu Mini Maker Faire (KMMF) on September 22-23. ', 'content' => '<p style="margin-left:5pt; text-align:justify">September 7: Nepal Communitere, an NGO which supports innovative ideas, is organizing the second edition of Kathmandu Mini Maker Faire (KMMF) on September 22-23. According to the organiser, the KMMF will bring together makers and innovators from Nepal and abroad, and will highlight the kind of innovation in Nepal.</p> <p style="margin-left:5pt; text-align:justify">The theme for KMMF 2018 is ‘design future’ which primarily focuses on health, education and environment but also welcomes all makers in different sectors.</p> <p style="margin-left:5pt; text-align:justify">“KMMF 2018 will look at how the maker movement in Nepal and around the world can contribute to the way we design our future homes, communities, cities and lives,” the organiser said in a statement.</p> <p style="margin-left:5pt; text-align:justify">The events and exhibits will include exhibitors, speakers, panel discussions, workshops on small, low-cost computers such as Raspberry Pi and Arduino, a virtual reality booth, drone flying, 3D printing workshops, and traditional crafting.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">The organiser said KMMF will provide incubation grants of up to Rs 200,000 for each team of the makers showing innovative approaches to health, education and environment challenges. KMMF will encourage novel application of technologies, explore cross sector intersections between traditionally functioning domains.</p> <p style="margin-left:5pt; text-align:justify">The statement further said that Nepal Communitere is orgsanising the event in partnership with Rural Development Initiative (RDI) and Global Innovation Gathering (GIG).</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-06', 'modified' => '2018-09-07', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8826', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-09-06 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9046', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Qatar Airways Launches Virtual Reality Training for its Staff', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 7: Qatar Airways has claimed to have become the first airline company to implement the virtual reality technology for training at its Doha-based headquarters.', 'content' => '<div><span style="font-size:13px">September 7: Qatar Airways has claimed to have become the first airline company to implement the virtual reality technology for training at its Doha-based headquarters.</span></div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">The airline company said in a statement that it has agreed to become the global launch partner of Ramp VR, a system pioneered by IATA which utilises the latest virtual-reality technology to simulate real airside conditions for ground handling and ground service operator training.</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">According to the company, the new system is being used to train airside operational and management staff through immersion into a real-time, live experience, while being in a safe and controlled training environment.</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">“In another major innovation the specialised training division is launching a newly developed Airport Managers Performance Programme to all of the airline’s airport managers across the globe, where the RampVR system will be utilised to enhance aircraft turnaround checks to maximise efficiency and ensure optimal safety of aircraft on the ramp,” the company said in a statement.</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">Ramp VR can be programmed to simulate all light, weather, hazard and operational conditions in which staff members can find themselves, and create an endless variety of problem-solving opportunities while trainees are immersed in a ‘real’ ramp environment. </span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">According to the company, the technology allows for the immediate practical application and embedding of theory while staff are still in the training environment, eliminating any safety risk to staff and aircraft.</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">Qatar Airways said it is using the ‘Aircraft Turnaround Check’ and ‘Marshalling’ training modules, the first of a suite of modules that covers a wide range of aviation training needs with reduced time and training costs. IATA project staff meet regularly with Qatar Airways Talent Development’s team to review training results and plan future developments.</span></div> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-06', 'modified' => '2018-09-07', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8825', 'image' => '20180906051637_Clipboard01.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-09-06 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9045', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'OPPO Starts Sale of F9 across Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 6: Chinese smartphone brand OPPO has started the sale of the recently launched OPPO F9 from all its major outlets in Nepal. ', 'content' => '<p>September 6: Chinese smartphone brand OPPO has started the sale of the recently launched OPPO F9 from all its major outlets in Nepal. The new F9 comes with VOOC flash charging that backs two hours talk with just 5 minutes of charge, the company said in a statement.</p> <p>According to the company, the F9 has been designed to offer a unique experience and represent OPPO’s technologically advanced and innovative expertise.</p> <p>OPPO F9 is priced at Rs 41,590 (4GB) and Rs 45,590 (6GB) will be available in sunrise red and twilight blue colours.</p> <p>OPPO F9 is powered by MediaTekHelio P60, the SoC platform featuring AI technology that offers flagship features to consumers without a premium price tag.</p> <p>The company claimed that the smartphone comes with VOOC flash charge that has a charging speed which is up to four times faster than general charging at 5V/1A. In addition to increasing the charging speed by four times, VOOC also boasts an intelligent five-layer protection system from the adaptor to the port and interior of the phone.</p> <p>According to the company, a quick 5-minute charge is enough to maintain 2 hours of talk time.</p> <p>Based on Android 8.1, OPPO F9 brings the ColorOS 5.2 Operating System to create a smarter interactive experience for users. When it comes to hardware, the 4GB/6GB + 64GB memory combination improves the speed of operation. F9 also supports 256GB memory expansion. To satisfy users with multiple SIM cards, F9 applies a design that contains 3 card slots, two for SIM cards and one for the storage card.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-06', 'modified' => '2018-09-06', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8824', 'image' => '20180906045822_OPPO F9 PricexProduct KV.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-09-06 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9044', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Creative Business Cup Nepal 2018 concludes', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 6: Antarpreranam a startup accelerator in Nepal, organised the Creative Business Cup on Wednesday, September 5.', 'content' => '<p>September 6: Antarpreranam a startup accelerator in Nepal, organised the Creative Business Cup on Wednesday, September 5.</p> <p>According to the organizer, 15 young entrepreneurs had participated in the competition from across the country and the winner will now represent Nepal in International Creative Business Cup in Denmark.</p> <p>International Creative Business Cup, which is conducted annually, has been assisting to empower entrepreneurs from across the globe.</p> <p>Antarprerana informed that the platform not only helps the entrepreneurs to meet the prospective investor in international arena but also supports to promote their business ideas. </p> <p>Creative Business Cup Nepal 2018 was supported by Nepal Business Journalism Society, CG Holdings, Golchha Organization and Nepal Young Entrepreneurs Forum.</p> <p>Paila Technology has been selected as the outstanding company of the Creative Business Cup Nepal 2018 and will now head to participate in the International Creative Business Cup, Denmark to represent Nepal.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-06', 'modified' => '2018-09-06', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8823', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-09-06 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ) ) $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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', 'content' => '<p>September 9: Tourist Guide Association of Nepal (TURGAN), an umbrella body of tourist guides of the country, has decided to demand increase in wages of tourist guides from January 1. An emergency meeting of TURGAN on Saturday decided to seek pay hike of the guides by 40 percent.</p> <p>According to the Kedar Tamang, president of TURGAN, guides are the major basis for tourism. Therefore, we want to draw the attention of the concerned authorities to implement the decision effectively.</p> <p>According to TURGAN, the guides have been complaining of not increasing their salary as per the inflation rate in the last five years. TURGAN said in a press statement that though it had been negotiating with Nepal Association of Tour and Travel Association (NATTA) to increase the wages, NATTA didn’t seem to be positive about it. TURGAN claimed that the wages of tourist guides has not been increased since 2014.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-09', 'modified' => '2018-09-09', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8837', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-09-09 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9057', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => '“Think and Grow Workshop” by Celia Gates', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 9: The “Think and Grow Workshop” was held in the capital on September 7. ', 'content' => '<p>September 9: The “Think and Grow Workshop” was held in the capital on September 7. Celia Gates, founder of the Global Brainstorm and creator of the Whether Forecast Mind Tool, gave keynote speech during the event organised by Nepal Entrepreneurs’ Hub at Malla Hotel, Lainchaur in collaboration with IAA Nepal Chapter, King’s College, Coca-Cola (Bottlers Nepal Limited) and Vianet.</p> <p>According to the organisers, the event saw an overwhelming participation of over a hundred enthusiastic participants. The first session focused on the introduction to principles of fresh thinking and innovative as well as sustainable business. The second session focussed on advanced thinking exercises while the third on purpose parachutes, sustainable business planning and market centric innovation. There was also a question and answer session with Suman Shakya and Madan Lamsal.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-09', 'modified' => '2018-09-09', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8836', 'image' => '20180909023551_think and grow.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-09-09 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9056', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Discount for BoK Card Holders at Sulux Center', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 9: Durbar Marg-based Sulux Center has announced discount for card holders of Bank of Kathmandu on the occasion of Father’s Day and Teej.', 'content' => '<p>September 9: Durbar Marg-based Sulux Center has announced discount for card holders of Bank of Kathmandu on the occasion of Father’s Day and Teej.</p> <p>Issuing a press statement, the bank said that its customers holding debit and credit cards are entitled to 10 percent discount the outlets of Sulux Center in Durbarmarg.</p> <p>According to the bank, the offer will be valid for a limited period of time.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-09', 'modified' => '2018-09-09', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8835', 'image' => '20180909013315_Clipboard01.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-09-09 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9053', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Sundown Affair of Khukri XXX Rum at Foyer Lounge', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 9: Nepal Distilleries is all set to host Khukri XXX Rum Sundown Affair this Saturday at the Foyer Lounge.', 'content' => '<p>September 9: Nepal Distilleries is all set to host Khukri XXX Rum Sundown Affair this Saturday at the Foyer Lounge. According to the company, the Sundown Affair offers an exclusive range of rum-based cocktails to be enjoyed alongside live music.</p> <p>The Sundown Affair, a seasonal promotion held by Khukri XXX, is a weekly event offering the opportunity to enjoy live sets by local and international DJs with a special drink menu designed by international mixologists Din Hassan and Ami Shroff, the company said in a statement.</p> <p>This is the sixth volume of the Sundown Affair, where attendees can enjoy their cocktails alongside live music from Nepal's top trance acts including DJ Sumeet, DJ Fatfrog, DJ Tshering, DJ PSY Ninja, and DJ Phuchhey.</p> <p>Khukri XXX Rum has already hosted five Sundown Affairs starting with the inaugural event at Level 3, Labim Mall on August 4. The following events were held at Embers Restaurant, Tangalwood, and Moksh.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-09', 'modified' => '2018-09-09', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8834', 'image' => '20180909010547_kk.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-09-09 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9052', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Mahindra launches Next Generation Mahindra Pik Up in Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 9: Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd showcased its updated version of the next generation Mahindra Pik Up, an exclusive offering from the makers of Scorpio, amid an event in Kathmandu on September 7.', 'content' => '<div><span style="font-size:13px">September 9: Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd showcased its updated version of the next generation Mahindra Pik Up, an exclusive offering from the makers of Scorpio, amid an event in Kathmandu on September 7.</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">According to the company, Mahindra’s next generation Pik Up features refreshed outer body styling, new six speed transmission, increased turbo-diesel power of 103kw and an impressive towing capacity of 2500kg. The new Pik Up is an all-rounder vehicle with powerful, spacious and hi-tech offering for the new age, the company said in a statement.</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">“The turbo-diesel engine is linked to a six-speed manual gearbox driving the rear wheels, and will also be available with 4x4 transmission with low range, thus giving more power to the customers to drive through any terrain,” the statement said.</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">As the flagship model of the range, the company said that the S10 double cab has advanced features such as remote central locking, cruise control, navigation, auto climate control and a multifunction steering wheel.</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">“Strengthening our commitment to safety and comfort, it has ABS, EBD, dual airbags, collapsible steering column as standard features. Static bending cornering lamp technology improves the comfort of driving during in night vision mode,” the statement further said.</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">According to the company, the vehicle offers SUV-like-feeling yet remains within the identity of the Mahindra Pik Up’s rugged and reliable legacy.</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">The company said that the next generation Mahindra Pik Up vehicles are made at the company’s state-of-the-art plant in Nasik, Maharashtra, India. These products will be available across the extensive network of Agni Incorporated in Nepal.</span></div> <div> </div> <div> </div> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-09', 'modified' => '2018-09-09', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8833', 'image' => '20180909124720_MAHINDRA-Scorpio_PikUp1.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-09-09 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9055', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Kailash now in Hemja', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 9: Kailash Bikas Bank with the motive of extending its banking facility to every nook and corner of the country has opened a new branch in Hemja of Kaski district.', 'content' => '<p>September 9: Kailash Bikas Bank with the motive of extending its banking facility to every nook and corner of the country has opened a new branch in Hemja of Kaski district.</p> <p>Man Bahadur GC, mayor of Pokhara Municipality, inaugurated the Hemja branch of Kailash Bank amid an event on Friday, September 7.</p> <p>The bank on September 6 had inaugurated a branch in Dumre Bazzar of Tanahun.</p> <p>Kailash Bikas Bank has been providing its banking service across the country with a network of 68 branches.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-09', 'modified' => '2018-09-09', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8832', 'image' => '20180909012648_kailash.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-09-09 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9054', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Bancassurance between Machhapuchhre and Lumbini General', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 9: Machhapuchhre Bank and Lumbini General Insurance have signed bancassurance agreement amid an event on Friday, September 7.', 'content' => '<p>September 9: Machhapuchhre Bank and Lumbini General Insurance have signed bancassurance agreement amid an event on Friday, September 7.</p> <p>Suman Sharma, CEO of Machhapuchhre Bank, and Noor Prakash Pradhan, CEO of Lumbini General Insurance, signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organizations.</p> <p>As per the agreement, the account holders of the bank can now avail non-life insurance facility of the insurance company from any branch of Machhapuchhre Bank.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-09', 'modified' => '2018-09-09', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8831', 'image' => '20180909013514_Bancassurance Agreement.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-09-09 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9051', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Panchakanyha Group Celebrates 46th Anniversary', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 7: Panchakanyha Group celebrated its 46th anniversary as well as the 88th birthday of the organisation’s chairman Prem Bahadur Shrestha amid a recent function. ', 'content' => '<p>September 7: Panchakanyha Group celebrated its 46<sup>th</sup> anniversary as well as the 88<sup>th</sup> birthday of the organisation’s chairman Prem Bahadur Shrestha amid a recent function. Issuing a press statement, the business conglomerate said that the celebrations were held on September 2.</p> <p>Operators of Panchakanya Group, its staff, dealers as well as well wishers were present during the celebrations. Panchakanya Group presented letter of appreciation to the dealers who were able to sell the maximum amount of steel, plastic and SS water tanks. Likewise, Gopal Prasad Wagle was declared as the best employee followed by Sujan Shrestha while Namgyal Tamang bagged the award of the best manager. The organization also honoured its diligent staff as well as those working for long duration at the organization.</p> <p>Panchakanya Group’s chairman Prem Bahadur Shrestha, vice chair Dhruba Kumar Shrestha, Managing Director Pradeep Kumar Shrestha, Executive Directors Ujjwal Kumar Shrestha and Udip Shrestha gave speech during the function.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-07', 'modified' => '2018-09-07', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8830', 'image' => '20180907124458_IMG_0292.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-09-07 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9050', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'GMBSL Appoints NIBL Ace Capital as its Issue Manager', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 7: Ganapati Microfinance Bittiya Sanstha Limited (GMBSL) has appointed NIBL Ace Capital Limited as its issue and sales manager for the IPO issuance.', 'content' => '<p>September 7: Ganapati Microfinance Bittiya Sanstha Limited (GMBSL) has appointed NIBL Ace Capital Limited as its issue and sales manager for the IPO issuance. It will be issuing 300,000 ordinary shares at Rs 100 per unit of share as its Initial Public Offering for the general public.</p> <p>Achut Raj Sapkota, CEO of Ganapati Microfinance Bittiya Sanstha Limited, and the General Manager of NIBL Ace Capital Limited Mekh Bahadur Thapa had signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organisations.</p> <p>GMBSL is a class “D” microfinance company licensed by Nepal Rastra Bank. After the IPO, its paid-up capital will reach Rs 100 million from Rs 70 million. Similarly, the authorize capital and issued capital is Rs 200 million and Rs 100 million respectively.</p> <p>The company said it has outstanding loan of Rs 560 million provided to 10,428 deprived sector groups. Similarly, the company has deposit of Rs 132.6 million.</p> <p>The company has been providing services from 20 branches located in 12 districts of Nepal.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-07', 'modified' => '2018-09-07', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8829', 'image' => '20180907123255_issue manager.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-09-07 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9049', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'WHO South-East Asia Region resolves to make essential medicines accessible, affordable to all', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 7: Member countries of WHO South-East Asia Region committed to make essential medicines, vaccines, diagnostics and medical devices affordable and accessible to all, both within the region and beyond.', 'content' => '<p>September 6: Member countries of WHO South-East Asia Region committed to make essential medicines, vaccines, diagnostics and medical devices affordable and accessible to all, both within the region and beyond.</p> <p>“Access to safe, effective and affordable medical products vital to prevent sufferings and impoverishment resulting from high out-of-pocket expenses on healthcare by families, especially the poor,” Dr Poonam Khetrapal Singh, regional director of WHO South-East Asia Region, said, as health ministers and officials of the 11 member countries including Nepal signed the ‘Delhi Declaration’ on September 4 to improve access to essential medical products.</p> <p>The meeting of the member states observed that medical products are a major component of out-of-pocket health care spending which has pushed 65 million people into poverty in the WHO South-East Asia Region.</p> <p>Though significant efforts have been made by countries in recent years, as improving access to essential medicines is a WHO flagship priority programme in the region since 2014, challenges remain in providing the right medical products at the right time to those in need.</p> <p>To overcome such challenges, the Delhi Declaration calls for allocation of sufficient financial resources by countries, as part of overall health financing strategies, to reduce out-of-pocket payments of families on essential medicines.</p> <p>The declaration calls for strengthening national policies, regulation, supply chain management, and capacity to leverage intellectual property and trade for public health, to improve access to medicines and vaccines.</p> <p>Signing the declaration at the 71<sup>st</sup> Regional Committee Session of WHO South-East Asia Region, member countries committed to developing an effective, transparent and participatory mechanism for regional price negotiation and pooled procurement to ensure accessibility and affordability of essential medical products for life threatening and rare diseases.</p> <p>The member countries also committed to strengthen regulatory cooperation and collaboration to improve availability, quality and safety of essential medical products through the South-East Asia Regulatory Network (SEARN).</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-06', 'modified' => '2018-09-07', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8828', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-09-06 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9047', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hyundai Festive Offer', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 7: Laxmi Intercontinental Pvt Ltd, the authorized distributor of Hyundai Automobiles in Nepal, has launched a festive offer starting from September 6.', 'content' => '<p>September 7: Laxmi Intercontinental Pvt Ltd, the authorized distributor of Hyundai Automobiles in Nepal, has launched a festive offer starting from September 6. According to the company the offer will run till November 13. Issuing a press statement, Laxmi Intercontinental said that this offer has been announced to celebrate the upcoming Dashain, Tihar and Chhath festivals.</p> <p style="margin-left:5.05pt">Under this scheme, customers will get attractive cash discount and one-year free insurance. This scheme also includes additional cash discount up to Rs 100,000 through scratch card, 10 grams of gold each to 100 lucky buyers and an opportunity to win 1 unit of i20 Active and 1 unit of Creta as a bumper prize through lucky draw.</p> <p style="margin-left:5.05pt">According to the company, all Hyundai vehicles come with 3 years warranty, 4 years free servicing along with free road tax for current fiscal year and ownership transfer.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-06', 'modified' => '2018-09-07', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8827', 'image' => '20180906053102_Clipboard01.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-09-06 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9048', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Kathmandu Mini Maker Faire in September 22-23', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 7: Nepal Communitere, an NGO which supports innovative ideas, is organizing the second edition of Kathmandu Mini Maker Faire (KMMF) on September 22-23. ', 'content' => '<p style="margin-left:5pt; text-align:justify">September 7: Nepal Communitere, an NGO which supports innovative ideas, is organizing the second edition of Kathmandu Mini Maker Faire (KMMF) on September 22-23. According to the organiser, the KMMF will bring together makers and innovators from Nepal and abroad, and will highlight the kind of innovation in Nepal.</p> <p style="margin-left:5pt; text-align:justify">The theme for KMMF 2018 is ‘design future’ which primarily focuses on health, education and environment but also welcomes all makers in different sectors.</p> <p style="margin-left:5pt; text-align:justify">“KMMF 2018 will look at how the maker movement in Nepal and around the world can contribute to the way we design our future homes, communities, cities and lives,” the organiser said in a statement.</p> <p style="margin-left:5pt; text-align:justify">The events and exhibits will include exhibitors, speakers, panel discussions, workshops on small, low-cost computers such as Raspberry Pi and Arduino, a virtual reality booth, drone flying, 3D printing workshops, and traditional crafting.</p> <p style="text-align:justify">The organiser said KMMF will provide incubation grants of up to Rs 200,000 for each team of the makers showing innovative approaches to health, education and environment challenges. KMMF will encourage novel application of technologies, explore cross sector intersections between traditionally functioning domains.</p> <p style="margin-left:5pt; text-align:justify">The statement further said that Nepal Communitere is orgsanising the event in partnership with Rural Development Initiative (RDI) and Global Innovation Gathering (GIG).</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-06', 'modified' => '2018-09-07', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8826', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-09-06 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9046', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Qatar Airways Launches Virtual Reality Training for its Staff', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 7: Qatar Airways has claimed to have become the first airline company to implement the virtual reality technology for training at its Doha-based headquarters.', 'content' => '<div><span style="font-size:13px">September 7: Qatar Airways has claimed to have become the first airline company to implement the virtual reality technology for training at its Doha-based headquarters.</span></div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">The airline company said in a statement that it has agreed to become the global launch partner of Ramp VR, a system pioneered by IATA which utilises the latest virtual-reality technology to simulate real airside conditions for ground handling and ground service operator training.</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">According to the company, the new system is being used to train airside operational and management staff through immersion into a real-time, live experience, while being in a safe and controlled training environment.</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">“In another major innovation the specialised training division is launching a newly developed Airport Managers Performance Programme to all of the airline’s airport managers across the globe, where the RampVR system will be utilised to enhance aircraft turnaround checks to maximise efficiency and ensure optimal safety of aircraft on the ramp,” the company said in a statement.</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">Ramp VR can be programmed to simulate all light, weather, hazard and operational conditions in which staff members can find themselves, and create an endless variety of problem-solving opportunities while trainees are immersed in a ‘real’ ramp environment. </span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">According to the company, the technology allows for the immediate practical application and embedding of theory while staff are still in the training environment, eliminating any safety risk to staff and aircraft.</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">Qatar Airways said it is using the ‘Aircraft Turnaround Check’ and ‘Marshalling’ training modules, the first of a suite of modules that covers a wide range of aviation training needs with reduced time and training costs. IATA project staff meet regularly with Qatar Airways Talent Development’s team to review training results and plan future developments.</span></div> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-06', 'modified' => '2018-09-07', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8825', 'image' => '20180906051637_Clipboard01.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-09-06 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9045', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'OPPO Starts Sale of F9 across Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 6: Chinese smartphone brand OPPO has started the sale of the recently launched OPPO F9 from all its major outlets in Nepal. ', 'content' => '<p>September 6: Chinese smartphone brand OPPO has started the sale of the recently launched OPPO F9 from all its major outlets in Nepal. The new F9 comes with VOOC flash charging that backs two hours talk with just 5 minutes of charge, the company said in a statement.</p> <p>According to the company, the F9 has been designed to offer a unique experience and represent OPPO’s technologically advanced and innovative expertise.</p> <p>OPPO F9 is priced at Rs 41,590 (4GB) and Rs 45,590 (6GB) will be available in sunrise red and twilight blue colours.</p> <p>OPPO F9 is powered by MediaTekHelio P60, the SoC platform featuring AI technology that offers flagship features to consumers without a premium price tag.</p> <p>The company claimed that the smartphone comes with VOOC flash charge that has a charging speed which is up to four times faster than general charging at 5V/1A. In addition to increasing the charging speed by four times, VOOC also boasts an intelligent five-layer protection system from the adaptor to the port and interior of the phone.</p> <p>According to the company, a quick 5-minute charge is enough to maintain 2 hours of talk time.</p> <p>Based on Android 8.1, OPPO F9 brings the ColorOS 5.2 Operating System to create a smarter interactive experience for users. When it comes to hardware, the 4GB/6GB + 64GB memory combination improves the speed of operation. F9 also supports 256GB memory expansion. To satisfy users with multiple SIM cards, F9 applies a design that contains 3 card slots, two for SIM cards and one for the storage card.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-06', 'modified' => '2018-09-06', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8824', 'image' => '20180906045822_OPPO F9 PricexProduct KV.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-09-06 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '9044', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Creative Business Cup Nepal 2018 concludes', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'September 6: Antarpreranam a startup accelerator in Nepal, organised the Creative Business Cup on Wednesday, September 5.', 'content' => '<p>September 6: Antarpreranam a startup accelerator in Nepal, organised the Creative Business Cup on Wednesday, September 5.</p> <p>According to the organizer, 15 young entrepreneurs had participated in the competition from across the country and the winner will now represent Nepal in International Creative Business Cup in Denmark.</p> <p>International Creative Business Cup, which is conducted annually, has been assisting to empower entrepreneurs from across the globe.</p> <p>Antarprerana informed that the platform not only helps the entrepreneurs to meet the prospective investor in international arena but also supports to promote their business ideas. </p> <p>Creative Business Cup Nepal 2018 was supported by Nepal Business Journalism Society, CG Holdings, Golchha Organization and Nepal Young Entrepreneurs Forum.</p> <p>Paila Technology has been selected as the outstanding company of the Creative Business Cup Nepal 2018 and will now head to participate in the International Creative Business Cup, Denmark to represent Nepal.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-09-06', 'modified' => '2018-09-06', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8823', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-09-06 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ) ) $current_user = null $logged_in = false $xml = falsesimplexml_load_file - [internal], line ?? include - APP/View/Elements/side_bar.ctp, line 133 View::_evaluate() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 971 View::_render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 933 View::_renderElement() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 1224 View::element() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 418 include - APP/View/Articles/index.ctp, line 157 View::_evaluate() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 971 View::_render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 933 View::render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 473 Controller::render() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 968 Dispatcher::_invoke() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 200 Dispatcher::dispatch() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 167 [main] - APP/webroot/index.php, line 117
Currency | Unit |
Buy | Sell |
U.S. Dollar | 1 | 121.23 | 121.83 |
European Euro | 1 | 131.65 | 132.31 |
UK Pound Sterling | 1 | 142.47 | 143.18 |
Swiss Franc | 1 | 124.29 | 124.90 |
Australian Dollar | 1 | 71.69 | 72.05 |
Canadian Dollar | 1 | 83.90 | 84.32 |
Japanese Yen | 10 | 10.94 | 11.00 |
Chinese Yuan | 1 | 17.17 | 17.26 |
Saudi Arabian Riyal | 1 | 32.27 | 32.43 |
UAE Dirham | 1 | 33.01 | 33.17 |
Malaysian Ringgit | 1 | 27.36 | 27.50 |
South Korean Won | 100 | 9.77 | 9.82 |
Update: 2020-03-25 | Source: Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB)
Fine Gold | 1 tola | 77000.00 |
Tejabi Gold | 1 tola | 76700.00 |
Silver | 1 tola | 720.00 |
Update : 2020-03-25
Source: Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers' Association
Petrol | 1 Liter | 106.00 |
Diesel | 1 Liter | 95.00 |
Kerosene | 1 Liter | 95.00 |
LP Gas | 1 Cylinder | 1375.00 |
Update : 2020-03-25