
August 29: Colors Mobile unveiled its new line up of Pride series smartphones including Pride 5C and Pride5E.…
August 29: Colors Mobile unveiled its new line up of Pride series smartphones including Pride 5C and Pride5E.…
August 28: Unilever Nepal has earned a total profit of Rs 999.4 million as of fiscal year…
August 28: Foreign delegates have started visiting Nepal to attend the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) Summit scheduled for August 30 and…
5th NEWBIZ BUSINESS CONCLAVE & AWARDS…
August 28: Himalayan General Insurance Company Limited recently organised a blood donation programme on its office premises at Babar Mahal to mark the beginning of 25 years of service.…
August 28: The Innovation in Education Fair (IEF) 2018 was held recently with the motive of promoting innovative methods and approaches to teaching and learning in…
August 28: Farmers of Annapurna Rural Municipality of Myagdi district have started commercial production of cheese keeping in mind the rise in demand and consumption of the milk…
August 28: Hulas Steel Limited, which has been producing corrugated sheets in Nepal since the last 38 years, recently organised a dealers’ meet with its authorised…
August 28: IME Limited has signed an agreement with Sumeru Hospital to support its customers and staff with better health care facilities at reasonable…
August 28: Panchakanya Group organised a blood donation programme on Monday, August 27, to mark is 46th…
August 28: Ad-Venture Studio won the title of Corporate Futsal League 2018 organised recently by Project A, a marketing consultant company.…
August 28: Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd (M&M) launched the Plush New XUV500 in the Nepali market on Monday, August…
August 27: Janta Bank Nepal Limited has launched ‘Mero Talab’ account which provides good interest rate and insurance…
August 27: Prime Commercial Bank is all set to acquire Om Development Bank.…
August 27: Mega Bank Limited has signed a bancassurance agreement with Citizens Life Insurance Company.…
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Altogether 53 people including the company’s operators, officials as well as staff from the head office and sister concerns donated blood, the statement further said.</p> <p>Panchakanyha Group said it has been organising the blood donation programme annually as part of its corporate social responsibility and has given high priority to such activities.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-28', 'modified' => '2018-08-28', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8753', 'image' => '20180828100919_P1130469.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-28 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8973', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Ad-Venture Studio wins Corporate Futsal League 2018', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 28: Ad-Venture Studio won the title of Corporate Futsal League 2018 organised recently by Project A, a marketing consultant company. ', 'content' => '<p>August 28: Ad-Venture Studio won the title of Corporate Futsal League 2018 organised recently by Project A, a marketing consultant company. Mega Bank finished as runner-up in the event held at Dhanyantari Futsal from August 4 to 24.</p> <p>According to the organiser, this is the sixth edition of corporate futsal which was first held in 2013.</p> <p>Project A also contributed Rs 100,000 as charity to Kathmandu Animal Treatment (KAT), an NGO working for the welfare of animals.</p> <p>The event featured a total of 24 corporate teams and the matches were held every Saturday. According to the organiser, Nepal Telecom was the title sponsor. 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It also features the sixth generation electronically controlled Variable Geometry Turbocharger (eVGT), thereby making the drive peppy and more responsive. </span></div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">Other features of the SUV include electric sunroof with first-in-class ORVM logo projection lamps, smart watch connectivity, 18 cm (7 inch) touch screen infotainment with GPS navigation and Arkamys enhanced audio. </span></div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">The company claimed that the SUV offers the best-in-class safety with six airbags, ABS with EBD, hill hold and hill descent control, first-in-class emergency call, disc brakes on all wheels and several other safety features.</span></div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">Speaking at the launch of the Plush New XUV500, Sanjay Jadhav, vice president for International Operations (South Asia) of M&M said, “Since its launch in 2011, the XUV500 has been a trend setter in the premium SUV segment with its great value proposition of head-turning style, aspirational hi-tech features, unmatched performance and best-in-class safety. It continues to be the frontrunner in the segment when it comes to setting new trends and pushing boundaries. Today, with the launch of the Plush New XUV500, we have strengthened its value proposition further by creating new benchmark in styling and taking the thrill of driving to the next level.”</span></div> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-28', 'modified' => '2018-08-28', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8751', 'image' => '20180828085837_IMG_4508.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-28 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8971', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => '‘Mero Talab’ Account of Janta Bank', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 27: Janta Bank Nepal Limited has launched ‘Mero Talab’ account which provides good interest rate and insurance facility.', 'content' => '<p>August 27: Janta Bank Nepal Limited has launched ‘Mero Talab’ account which provides good interest rate and insurance facility.</p> <p>The account scheme is targeted for office employees and can be opened with zero balance.</p> <p>According to the bank, the account offers an annual interest rate of 7 percent and free VISA debit card, accident insurance and ABBS facilities. </p> <p>Janta Bank is currently providing its services across the country with a network of 122 branches, 40 branchless banking facilities, two limited banking counters, two extension counters and 70 ATMs. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-27', 'modified' => '2018-08-27', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8750', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-08-27 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8968', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Prime to acquire Om Development Bank', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 27: Prime Commercial Bank is all set to acquire Om Development Bank. ', 'content' => '<p>August 27: Prime Commercial Bank is all set to acquire Om Development Bank. Prime Bank has signed an acquisition deal with Om Development Bank with the target of starting integrated transaction from mid-November.</p> <p>Uday Mohan Shrestha of Prime Commercial Bank and Sushil Kumar Goshali, chairman of Om Development Bank signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organisations amid a recent function.</p> <p>The annual general meeting of Om Development Bank held last year had given the authority for merger or acquisition to the board of directors of the bank.</p> <p>After the acquisition, Prime Commercial Bank will be among the top five commercial banks of the country. The bank’s paid-up capital will reach Rs 10.5 billion while the deposit collection will cross Rs 100 billion after the acquisition. 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', 'content' => '<p>August 29: Colors Mobile unveiled its new line up of Pride series smartphones including Pride 5C and Pride5E. According to the company, the new models are equipped with Android GO feature that enhances spacious storage capacity by reducing application size by 50 percent and also feature 18:9 full view display for better view.</p> <p>The phones come with 5MP cameras.</p> <p>The new Pride 5 series is powered by 1.3GHz processor equipped with 1GB RAM/8GBROM for storing photos, music, videos, apps supported by latest Android GO OREO. 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Likewise, employees and partners of the company will get up to 13 percent discount from the hospital.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Madhav Katuwal of IME Limited and and Dilip Dangol, director of Sumeru Hospital, signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organizations amid a recent function. 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', 'content' => '<p>August 28: Ad-Venture Studio won the title of Corporate Futsal League 2018 organised recently by Project A, a marketing consultant company. Mega Bank finished as runner-up in the event held at Dhanyantari Futsal from August 4 to 24.</p> <p>According to the organiser, this is the sixth edition of corporate futsal which was first held in 2013.</p> <p>Project A also contributed Rs 100,000 as charity to Kathmandu Animal Treatment (KAT), an NGO working for the welfare of animals.</p> <p>The event featured a total of 24 corporate teams and the matches were held every Saturday. According to the organiser, Nepal Telecom was the title sponsor. 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It also features the sixth generation electronically controlled Variable Geometry Turbocharger (eVGT), thereby making the drive peppy and more responsive. </span></div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">Other features of the SUV include electric sunroof with first-in-class ORVM logo projection lamps, smart watch connectivity, 18 cm (7 inch) touch screen infotainment with GPS navigation and Arkamys enhanced audio. </span></div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">The company claimed that the SUV offers the best-in-class safety with six airbags, ABS with EBD, hill hold and hill descent control, first-in-class emergency call, disc brakes on all wheels and several other safety features.</span></div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">Speaking at the launch of the Plush New XUV500, Sanjay Jadhav, vice president for International Operations (South Asia) of M&M said, “Since its launch in 2011, the XUV500 has been a trend setter in the premium SUV segment with its great value proposition of head-turning style, aspirational hi-tech features, unmatched performance and best-in-class safety. It continues to be the frontrunner in the segment when it comes to setting new trends and pushing boundaries. 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', 'content' => '<p>August 29: Colors Mobile unveiled its new line up of Pride series smartphones including Pride 5C and Pride5E. According to the company, the new models are equipped with Android GO feature that enhances spacious storage capacity by reducing application size by 50 percent and also feature 18:9 full view display for better view.</p> <p>The phones come with 5MP cameras.</p> <p>The new Pride 5 series is powered by 1.3GHz processor equipped with 1GB RAM/8GBROM for storing photos, music, videos, apps supported by latest Android GO OREO. 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According to Quixote’s Cove, it organised the fair in partnership with Srijanalaya, Wildlife Conservation Nepal, Karkhana, The Asia Foundation and Kathmandu University School of Education and was supported by the US Embassy in Nepal.</p> <p style="margin-left:5.0pt">Issuing a press statement, the organiser said that over 30 organizations and educators participated in the fair as workshop facilitators and exhibiting organizations.</p> <p style="margin-left:5.0pt">“Each day around 120 teachers and school administrators participated in 15 different workshops on Language Arts, Visual and Performing Arts, and STEAM Education. 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Likewise, employees and partners of the company will get up to 13 percent discount from the hospital.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Madhav Katuwal of IME Limited and and Dilip Dangol, director of Sumeru Hospital, signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organizations amid a recent function. 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', 'content' => '<p>August 28: Ad-Venture Studio won the title of Corporate Futsal League 2018 organised recently by Project A, a marketing consultant company. Mega Bank finished as runner-up in the event held at Dhanyantari Futsal from August 4 to 24.</p> <p>According to the organiser, this is the sixth edition of corporate futsal which was first held in 2013.</p> <p>Project A also contributed Rs 100,000 as charity to Kathmandu Animal Treatment (KAT), an NGO working for the welfare of animals.</p> <p>The event featured a total of 24 corporate teams and the matches were held every Saturday. According to the organiser, Nepal Telecom was the title sponsor. Likewise, WDN, WorldLink, NetTv, Infocom Solution, Aarogya Construction were the associate sponsors.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-28', 'modified' => '2018-08-28', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8752', 'image' => '20180828095411_cfl.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-28 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8972', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Mahindra Launches Plush New XUV500 in Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 28: Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd (M&M) launched the Plush New XUV500 in the Nepali market on Monday, August 27.', 'content' => '<div>August 28: Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd (M&M) launched the Plush New XUV500 in the Nepali market on Monday, August 27.</div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">According to the company, the new vehicle sets a new benchmark in the premium SUV segment with a bold new design, plush, luxurious interiors and higher power and torque. </span></div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">“It offers a more pleasurable ride through an enhanced suspension and comes with a quieter cabin,” said the company in a statement.</span></div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">The statement further said that the new XUV500 is powered by the mHawk155 engine that delivers higher power of 155HP and torque of 360 Nm. It also features the sixth generation electronically controlled Variable Geometry Turbocharger (eVGT), thereby making the drive peppy and more responsive. </span></div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">Other features of the SUV include electric sunroof with first-in-class ORVM logo projection lamps, smart watch connectivity, 18 cm (7 inch) touch screen infotainment with GPS navigation and Arkamys enhanced audio. </span></div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">The company claimed that the SUV offers the best-in-class safety with six airbags, ABS with EBD, hill hold and hill descent control, first-in-class emergency call, disc brakes on all wheels and several other safety features.</span></div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">Speaking at the launch of the Plush New XUV500, Sanjay Jadhav, vice president for International Operations (South Asia) of M&M said, “Since its launch in 2011, the XUV500 has been a trend setter in the premium SUV segment with its great value proposition of head-turning style, aspirational hi-tech features, unmatched performance and best-in-class safety. It continues to be the frontrunner in the segment when it comes to setting new trends and pushing boundaries. 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', 'content' => '<p>August 27: Prime Commercial Bank is all set to acquire Om Development Bank. Prime Bank has signed an acquisition deal with Om Development Bank with the target of starting integrated transaction from mid-November.</p> <p>Uday Mohan Shrestha of Prime Commercial Bank and Sushil Kumar Goshali, chairman of Om Development Bank signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organisations amid a recent function.</p> <p>The annual general meeting of Om Development Bank held last year had given the authority for merger or acquisition to the board of directors of the bank.</p> <p>After the acquisition, Prime Commercial Bank will be among the top five commercial banks of the country. The bank’s paid-up capital will reach Rs 10.5 billion while the deposit collection will cross Rs 100 billion after the acquisition. 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', 'content' => '<p>August 29: Colors Mobile unveiled its new line up of Pride series smartphones including Pride 5C and Pride5E. According to the company, the new models are equipped with Android GO feature that enhances spacious storage capacity by reducing application size by 50 percent and also feature 18:9 full view display for better view.</p> <p>The phones come with 5MP cameras.</p> <p>The new Pride 5 series is powered by 1.3GHz processor equipped with 1GB RAM/8GBROM for storing photos, music, videos, apps supported by latest Android GO OREO. The phone comes with 5inch 2.5D display in 18;9 ratio.</p> <p>Pride 5E supports 4G system while 5C supports 3G.</p> <p>The price range of Pride 5C starts from Rs 7,595 that of 5E is Rs 8,995.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-29', 'modified' => '2018-08-29', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8762', 'image' => '20180829123846_P5C and 5E_THUMBNAIL.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-29 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8982', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Unilever Nepal’s profit reaches 999.4 million', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 28: Unilever Nepal has earned a total profit of Rs 999.4 million as of fiscal year 2074/75.', 'content' => '<p>August 28: Unilever Nepal has earned a total profit of Rs 999.4 million as of fiscal year 2074/75. The net profit of the company stood at Rs 9.65 million in the last FY. According to the company, it was a 3.54 percent rise in profit as compared to the previous year.</p> <p>The company attributed to the increase in profit to increase in production and sales of the goods by 9 percent during the review period.</p> <p>The sales and production of the company which was Rs 4.4 billion during 2073/74 fiscal year reached Rs 4.8 billion in 2074/75.</p> <p>The total income of the company during last FY was Rs 5.2 billion while it spent Rs 3.8 billion in various budget heads.</p> <p>With a paid-up capital of Rs 92.1 million, the company has a total reserve fund of Rs 1.8 billion. At present, the company owns assets worth Rs 3.2 billion with Rs 1.2 billion in liabilities. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-28', 'modified' => '2018-08-28', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8761', 'image' => '20180828014758_Unilever-Logo_2K17.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-28 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8981', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'BIMSTEC SOM today', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 28: Foreign delegates have started visiting Nepal to attend the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) Summit scheduled for August 30 and 31.', 'content' => '<p>August 28: Foreign delegates have started visiting Nepal to attend the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) Summit scheduled for August 30 and 31. The government has tightened security for the safety of the visiting delegates.</p> <p>Secretaries from all the member states of BIMSTEC have already arrived in Kathmandu on Monday. A secretary-level meeting will be held at Hotel Soaltee Crowne Plaza ahead of the summit which will begin on Thursday. The 19th secretary-level Senior Officials’ Meeting (SOM) on Tuesday will set the agenda for the two-day ministerial-level summit.</p> <p>According to government sources, head of states or governments of the member states will arrive in the capital by Tuesday evening or Wednesday morning.</p> <p>Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina Wazed, Bhutanese Chief Justice Chhiring Wangchuk, India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Myanmar’s President Win Myint, Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena and Thai Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha will attend the summit chaired by Prime Minister KP Oli.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-28', 'modified' => '2018-08-28', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8760', 'image' => '20180828012235_BIMSTEC-06112017074556-1000x0.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-28 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8980', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => '5th NEWBIZ BUSINESS CONCLAVE & AWARDS 2018', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => '5th NEWBIZ BUSINESS CONCLAVE & AWARDS 2018', 'content' => '', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-28', 'modified' => '2018-09-17', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8759', 'image' => '20180917011023_NewBiz award_6x33.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-28 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => false, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '1' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8979', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Blood Donation Camp of Himalayan General Insurance', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 28: Himalayan General Insurance Company Limited recently organised a blood donation programme on its office premises at Babar Mahal to mark the beginning of 25 years of service. ', 'content' => '<p>August 28: Himalayan General Insurance Company Limited recently organised a blood donation programme on its office premises at Babar Mahal to mark the beginning of 25 years of service. Issuing a press statement on Tuesday, August 28, the company said that it organised the programme with the support of Rotaract Club of Yala, Lalitpur Blood Bank and Blue Cross Hospital.</p> <p>According to the company, altogether 39 people donated blood while 73 people received free medical check-up during the camp.</p> <p>The insurance company said that it has been organising various programmes under its corporate social responsibility to celebrate 25 years of service.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-28', 'modified' => '2018-08-28', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8758', 'image' => '20180828010355_aaa.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-28 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8978', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Innovation in Education Fair 2018 concludes', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 28: The Innovation in Education Fair (IEF) 2018 was held recently with the motive of promoting innovative methods and approaches to teaching and learning in schools.', 'content' => '<p>August 28: The Innovation in Education Fair (IEF) 2018 was held recently with the motive of promoting innovative methods and approaches to teaching and learning in schools.</p> <p>Around 900 visitors attended the fair held at Local Development Training Academy, Jawalakhel from August 16 to 25, said the organiser Quixote’s Cove. According to Quixote’s Cove, it organised the fair in partnership with Srijanalaya, Wildlife Conservation Nepal, Karkhana, The Asia Foundation and Kathmandu University School of Education and was supported by the US Embassy in Nepal.</p> <p style="margin-left:5.0pt">Issuing a press statement, the organiser said that over 30 organizations and educators participated in the fair as workshop facilitators and exhibiting organizations.</p> <p style="margin-left:5.0pt">“Each day around 120 teachers and school administrators participated in 15 different workshops on Language Arts, Visual and Performing Arts, and STEAM Education. Offered by various collaborating organizations and individuals, the workshops aimed at immersing the participating educators into innovative methods and approaches to teaching and learning in schools such as instructional leadership, inquiry based learning, project based and teachers’ professional development,” the statement said.</p> <p style="margin-left:5.0pt">Narbadha Regmi, primary co-ordinator of Kanjirowa Higher Secondary School, shared that she was excited to use the techniques that the facilitators of the workshops used during the fair. She also shared that she got an opportunity to meet many individuals and organizations working in the field of education and hopes that she and her school can work in the future. She also shared that she was excited to use The Asia Foundation’s free library in her own class.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-28', 'modified' => '2018-08-28', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8757', 'image' => '20180828124925_IMG_1557.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-28 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8977', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Farmers Switch to Cheese Production in Myagdi', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 28: Farmers of Annapurna Rural Municipality of Myagdi district have started commercial production of cheese keeping in mind the rise in demand and consumption of the milk product.', 'content' => '<p>August 28: Farmers of Annapurna Rural Municipality of Myagdi district have started commercial production of cheese keeping in mind the rise in demand and consumption of the milk product.</p> <p>The farmers were interested in producing cheese due to the increasing demand of cheese from hotels based at Ghorepani and Bhurung to appease the appetite of foreign tourists visiting Poon Hill, a renowned tourist destination in the district that offers spectacular views of Dhaulagari and Annapurna mountain range.</p> <p>Prem Khadka, a local cheese producer, states that the demand for cheese has increased due to the rise in number of tourists.</p> <p>One particular cheese factory in Ghar produces between 15 to 20 kg of cheese from 120 liters of milk on a daily basis. The factory has given employment to 5 locals and earns Rs 600,000 annually, informed Khadka.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-28', 'modified' => '2018-08-28', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8756', 'image' => '20180828104201_cheej-3.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-28 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8976', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hulas Steel Organises Dealers’ Meet', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 28: Hulas Steel Limited, which has been producing corrugated sheets in Nepal since the last 38 years, recently organised a dealers’ meet with its authorised distributors.', 'content' => '<p>August 28: Hulas Steel Limited, which has been producing corrugated sheets in Nepal since the last 38 years, recently organised a dealers’ meet with its authorised distributors.</p> <p>According to the company, the meeting was held at Gokarna Forest Resort on August 24.</p> <p>The company said in a statement that the dealers’ meet was organised with the objective of strengthening the bond between the company and its dealers.</p> <p>“There was a considerable presence of dealers from across the country,” the statement said.</p> <p>The company also announced the launch of its new products – Tile Profile Steel and Wood Finish Plane Steel – during the meet.</p> <p>Addressing the dealers’ meet, Hulas Steel’s proprietor Diwakar Golcha thanked all the dealers for their presence at the programme.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-28', 'modified' => '2018-08-28', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8755', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-08-28 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8975', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'IME Limited signs agreement with Sumeru Hospital', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 28: IME Limited has signed an agreement with Sumeru Hospital to support its customers and staff with better health care facilities at reasonable fare.', 'content' => '<p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">August 28: IME Limited has signed an agreement with Sumeru Hospital to support its customers and staff with better health care facilities at reasonable fare.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">As per the agreement, the privilege card holders of the institution will receive 10 percent discount on various health care services from the hospital. Likewise, employees and partners of the company will get up to 13 percent discount from the hospital.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Madhav Katuwal of IME Limited and and Dilip Dangol, director of Sumeru Hospital, signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organizations amid a recent function. The deal will be effective for the next five years.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">IME Group’s public relations officer Raju Poudel informed that the company signed the agreement with the motive of providing services to its staff and customers at an affordable rate.</span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-28', 'modified' => '2018-08-28', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8754', 'image' => '20180828101956_IME.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-28 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8974', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Blood Donation Camp of Panchakanya Group', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 28: Panchakanya Group organised a blood donation programme on Monday, August 27, to mark is 46th anniversary.', 'content' => '<p>August 28: Panchakanya Group organised a blood donation programme on Monday, August 27, to mark is 46<sup>th</sup> anniversary.</p> <p>Issuing a press statement, Panchakanya Group said that it organised the blood donation programme at its head office in Krishna Galli, Lalitpur with the support from Nepal Red Cross Society and Balkumari-based blood bank. Altogether 53 people including the company’s operators, officials as well as staff from the head office and sister concerns donated blood, the statement further said.</p> <p>Panchakanyha Group said it has been organising the blood donation programme annually as part of its corporate social responsibility and has given high priority to such activities.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-28', 'modified' => '2018-08-28', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8753', 'image' => '20180828100919_P1130469.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-28 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8973', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Ad-Venture Studio wins Corporate Futsal League 2018', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 28: Ad-Venture Studio won the title of Corporate Futsal League 2018 organised recently by Project A, a marketing consultant company. ', 'content' => '<p>August 28: Ad-Venture Studio won the title of Corporate Futsal League 2018 organised recently by Project A, a marketing consultant company. Mega Bank finished as runner-up in the event held at Dhanyantari Futsal from August 4 to 24.</p> <p>According to the organiser, this is the sixth edition of corporate futsal which was first held in 2013.</p> <p>Project A also contributed Rs 100,000 as charity to Kathmandu Animal Treatment (KAT), an NGO working for the welfare of animals.</p> <p>The event featured a total of 24 corporate teams and the matches were held every Saturday. According to the organiser, Nepal Telecom was the title sponsor. Likewise, WDN, WorldLink, NetTv, Infocom Solution, Aarogya Construction were the associate sponsors.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-28', 'modified' => '2018-08-28', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8752', 'image' => '20180828095411_cfl.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-28 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8972', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Mahindra Launches Plush New XUV500 in Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 28: Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd (M&M) launched the Plush New XUV500 in the Nepali market on Monday, August 27.', 'content' => '<div>August 28: Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd (M&M) launched the Plush New XUV500 in the Nepali market on Monday, August 27.</div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">According to the company, the new vehicle sets a new benchmark in the premium SUV segment with a bold new design, plush, luxurious interiors and higher power and torque. </span></div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">“It offers a more pleasurable ride through an enhanced suspension and comes with a quieter cabin,” said the company in a statement.</span></div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">The statement further said that the new XUV500 is powered by the mHawk155 engine that delivers higher power of 155HP and torque of 360 Nm. It also features the sixth generation electronically controlled Variable Geometry Turbocharger (eVGT), thereby making the drive peppy and more responsive. </span></div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">Other features of the SUV include electric sunroof with first-in-class ORVM logo projection lamps, smart watch connectivity, 18 cm (7 inch) touch screen infotainment with GPS navigation and Arkamys enhanced audio. </span></div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">The company claimed that the SUV offers the best-in-class safety with six airbags, ABS with EBD, hill hold and hill descent control, first-in-class emergency call, disc brakes on all wheels and several other safety features.</span></div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">Speaking at the launch of the Plush New XUV500, Sanjay Jadhav, vice president for International Operations (South Asia) of M&M said, “Since its launch in 2011, the XUV500 has been a trend setter in the premium SUV segment with its great value proposition of head-turning style, aspirational hi-tech features, unmatched performance and best-in-class safety. It continues to be the frontrunner in the segment when it comes to setting new trends and pushing boundaries. Today, with the launch of the Plush New XUV500, we have strengthened its value proposition further by creating new benchmark in styling and taking the thrill of driving to the next level.”</span></div> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-28', 'modified' => '2018-08-28', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8751', 'image' => '20180828085837_IMG_4508.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-28 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8971', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => '‘Mero Talab’ Account of Janta Bank', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 27: Janta Bank Nepal Limited has launched ‘Mero Talab’ account which provides good interest rate and insurance facility.', 'content' => '<p>August 27: Janta Bank Nepal Limited has launched ‘Mero Talab’ account which provides good interest rate and insurance facility.</p> <p>The account scheme is targeted for office employees and can be opened with zero balance.</p> <p>According to the bank, the account offers an annual interest rate of 7 percent and free VISA debit card, accident insurance and ABBS facilities. </p> <p>Janta Bank is currently providing its services across the country with a network of 122 branches, 40 branchless banking facilities, two limited banking counters, two extension counters and 70 ATMs. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-27', 'modified' => '2018-08-27', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8750', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-08-27 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8968', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Prime to acquire Om Development Bank', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 27: Prime Commercial Bank is all set to acquire Om Development Bank. ', 'content' => '<p>August 27: Prime Commercial Bank is all set to acquire Om Development Bank. Prime Bank has signed an acquisition deal with Om Development Bank with the target of starting integrated transaction from mid-November.</p> <p>Uday Mohan Shrestha of Prime Commercial Bank and Sushil Kumar Goshali, chairman of Om Development Bank signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organisations amid a recent function.</p> <p>The annual general meeting of Om Development Bank held last year had given the authority for merger or acquisition to the board of directors of the bank.</p> <p>After the acquisition, Prime Commercial Bank will be among the top five commercial banks of the country. The bank’s paid-up capital will reach Rs 10.5 billion while the deposit collection will cross Rs 100 billion after the acquisition. Meanwhile, the loan portfolio is estimated to be Rs 90 billion, said Bishwa Mohan Adhikari, CEO of Om Development Bank.</p> <p>“We have started preparation to begin integrated transaction from mid-November,” said Adhikari, adding, “This agreement will prove to be a milestone in creating a strong financial institution.”</p> <p>Adhikari informed New Business Age that the agreement was signed to create a strong financial institution although both the banks meet the paid-up capital ceiling set by the central bank.</p> <p>At present, Prime Commercial Bank’s paid-up capital is Rs 8.3 billion while that of Om Development Bank is Rs 2.51 billion.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-27', 'modified' => '2018-08-27', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8749', 'image' => '20180827042239_Prime and Om Bank.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-27 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8970', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Bancassurance agreement between Mega Bank and Citizens Insurance', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 27: Mega Bank Limited has signed a bancassurance agreement with Citizens Life Insurance Company. ', 'content' => '<p>August 27: Mega Bank Limited has signed a bancassurance agreement with Citizens Life Insurance Company. The bank and the insurance company signed the agreement amid an event on August 26, Sunday.</p> <p>Raveena Deshraj Shrestha, assistant deputy CEO of Mega Bank, and Poshak Raj Poudyal, CEO of Citizens Life Insurance signed the agreement papers on behalf of their respective organizations.</p> <p>According to the agreement, the account holders of Mega Bank can now use the insurance facilities of Citizens Life Insurance from any branch of the bank. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-27', 'modified' => '2018-08-27', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8748', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-08-27 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