
March 20: Qatar Airways has announced that it has signed a five-year partnership agreement with leading German football team FC Bayern München AG, further strengthening Qatar’s role as a global leader in sports.…
March 20: Qatar Airways has announced that it has signed a five-year partnership agreement with leading German football team FC Bayern München AG, further strengthening Qatar’s role as a global leader in sports.…
March 20: The sixth edition of the 'Made in Nepal' expo concluded on Sunday, March 18.…
March 20: Oppo is all set to launch its new variant- A71 in the Nepali market.…
March 20: Yeti Airlines/Tara Air has formally initiated the process to airlift 100 tons of non-biodegradable wastes from the Everest region to be recycled in Kathmandu.…
March 18: Kailash Bikas Bank and Sagarmatha Insurance have signed an agreement to commence bancassurance service to the customers on Friday, March…
March 20: Agni Motocup, the authorised distributor of Mahindra two-wheelers in Nepal, has announced its new scheme 'Mahindra Chadau, Khusi Multiply Garau'.…
March 20: Civil Bank has opened a branch at Damak of Jhapa district with an aim to provide banking service at all local levels across the nation.…
March 18: Mukinath Bikas Bank has appointed Pradyuman Pokharel as its Chief Executive…
March 20: NIC Asia Bank has appointed Roshan Kumar Neupane to the post of Acting CEO of the…
March 20: Everest Bank said it has been rapidly extending its branches throughout the nation.…
March 18: Hansraj Hulaschand & Co Pvt Ltd, the sole authorized distributor of Bajaj motorcycles in Nepal, has announced its New Year Campaign – "Bajaj Yugarambh" with the tagline "Naya Nepalko Naya…
March 18: Nepal Telecom has extended its GSM service in rural area of Sindhupalchowk…
March 18: Sustainable Development Network, an associate agency of United Nations, has recently released its research report about the world happiness index for…
March 18: Prabhu Life Insurance has launched four more…
March 18: Sunrise Bank has collaborated with Shikhar Insurance to provide health insurance service to its customers.…
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', 'content' => '<p>March 20: Qatar Airways has announced that it has signed a five-year partnership agreement with leading German football team FC Bayern München AG, further strengthening Qatar’s role as a global leader in sports. Under the new agreement, the award-winning airline will become an FC Bayern München platinum partner until June 2023.</p> <p>The five-season deal, commencing on July 1, will see the airline’s logo adorning the shirt sleeves of the German league leaders.</p> <p>Qatar Airways said it proudly supports a range of exciting international and local initiatives dedicated to enriching the global community that it serves. 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More than 25,000 visitors observed the expo informed the expo’s joint-coordinator Pashupati KC. </p> <p>The expo, which was organised with an aim to globalise the Nepali products and raise awareness about the products in Nepal, showcased the first noodle ever manufactured in South Asia -- Rara. 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', 'content' => '<p>March 20: Oppo is all set to launch its new variant- A71 in the Nepali market. </p> <p>Issuing a press statement, the company said that the A71 (2018) comes with an upgraded AI beauty technology and powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 450 processor.</p> <p>According to the company, the A71 (2018) will inherit OPPO's core selfie technology on the front camera with a slim metallic uni-body, making it a compelling choice for young consumers.</p> <p>The phone will be available in golden and black colours.</p> <p>The first edition of Oppo A71 was unveiled on September 2017. 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', 'content' => '<p>March 20: Yeti Airlines/Tara Air has formally initiated the process to airlift 100 tons of non-biodegradable wastes from the Everest region to be recycled in Kathmandu. Issuing a press statement, the airline company said this campaign is a continuation of the airline's CSR programme for Waste Management and Environmental Awareness since 2008 in the Everest region. </p> <p>The company further said that it is taking this initiative in partnership with Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality, Sagarmatha Pollution Control Committee (SPCC), Himalaya Club and United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)</p> <p>Organizing an function at Lukla Airport on March 17, the airline said it flagged off its first flight for the clean-up campaign and shared information about the quantity of collected waste in various collection centers in the Everest region along with a time-bound plan to airlift them. Around 5,000 kg of waste was airlifted in the same day, according to the company.</p> <p>Yeti Airlines-Tara Air have set an ambitious target of flying out 100 tons of waste from the Everest region in the year 2018 as part of its commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the UN, particularly relating to responsible consumption and production (SDG 12), climate change (SDG13), biodiversity consumption (SDG 15) and partnership (SDG 17).</p> <p>While the Sagarmatha Pollution Control Committee (SPCC), a local environmental conservation organization and the Himalaya Club Lukla, coordinates the collection of wastes in the Everest region, Blue Waste to Value, a recycling firm in Kathmandu recycles the wastes, as part of its agreement with SPCC. The wastes comprise of mostly empty beer bottles and cans, empty food tins, and discarded mountaineering and trekking equipment.</p> <p> </p> <p> “On behalf of our airlines we would like to thank SPCC, Himalayan Club, Blue Waste to Value and the other organisations involved in this Everest Clean Up Campaign 2018. We are grateful to the UNDP for their guidance and support in our efforts to become a more socially responsible business enterprise. We would also like to thank the media for supporting this environmental protection initiative with their coverage,” said Umesh Chandra Rai, CEO of Yeti Airlines/Tara Air.</p> <p>“We hope that such collaborative efforts will lead to success in protecting our planet’s fragile ecosystems for our future generations to enjoy.”</p> <p>UN Resident Coordinator and UNDP Resident Representative for Nepal, Valerie Juliand, said, "I would like to congratulate Yeti Airlines for taking up the initiative to clean up one of world’s most treasured tourist hotspots, the Everest region. 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The company announced the scheme on the occasion of New Year 2075.</p> <p>Under the scheme, a scratch card received by the buyers while buying Mahindra bikes and scooters will get discount equivalent to 2075 multiplied by the number (5-100) written in the card.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-03-20', 'modified' => '2018-03-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7534', 'image' => '20180320014521_1 (2).jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-03-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7752', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Civil Bank Starts its New Branch at Damak', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'March 20: Civil Bank has opened a branch at Damak of Jhapa district with an aim to provide banking service at all local levels across the nation. 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The bank with the motive of expanding its services has launched a new banking extension counter at Birat Chowk of Morang.</p> <p>Shiv Prasad Dhakal, mayor of Sundar Haricha Municipality, along with Someshwor Seth, CEO for Everest Bank jointly inaugurated the extension counter on March 18, Sunday.</p> <p>Everest Bank is an A-class bank and it currently serves the country with 113 ATMs, seven extension counters, 23 tax collection counters and 80 branches.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-03-20', 'modified' => '2018-03-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7530', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-03-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7748', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Bajaj launches New Year 2075 scheme', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'March 18: Hansraj Hulaschand & Co Pvt Ltd, the sole authorized distributor of Bajaj motorcycles in Nepal, has announced its New Year Campaign – "Bajaj Yugarambh" with the tagline "Naya Nepalko Naya Subharambh".', 'content' => '<p>March 18: Hansraj Hulaschand & Co Pvt Ltd, the sole authorized distributor of Bajaj motorcycles in Nepal, has announced its New Year Campaign – "Bajaj Yugarambh" with the tagline "Naya Nepalko Naya Subharambh".</p> <p>“As Nepal is going through enormous transformation regarding significant developmental activities and taking a step towards brighter future, Bajaj has announced a special campaign entitled "Bajaj Yugarambh" this New Year which gives the sense of entering into a new era where the main nation building and shaping force is determined by the youths,” reads a statement issued by the company.</p> <p>The campaign features a "Sure Shot Rs 7,500 OFF" on any purchase of Bajaj motorcycle from the authorized dealer. The buyer will be further have a chance to win an exciting prize of Rs 75,000 everyday through lucky draw.</p> <p>Shekhar Golchha, managing director of Hansraj Hulaschand & Co Pvt Ltd said, "On the occasion of New Year when the country is going through significant developmental transformation in terms of new structures and new constitution, we have brought a new offer titled "Bajaj Yugarambh" which comes with the objective of welcoming new era this New Year and a message that 'contribution of youths are equally important to create New Nepal'."</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-03-18', 'modified' => '2018-03-18', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7529', 'image' => '20180318114559_Mnemonic.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-03-18 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7747', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Nepal Telecom Extends its Service in Countryside ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'March 18: Nepal Telecom has extended its GSM service in rural area of Sindhupalchowk district.', 'content' => '<p>March 18: Nepal Telecom has extended its GSM service in rural area of Sindhupalchowk district.</p> <p>The company started the service at Manisaura, Gumthan, Thagam, Tatopani and Listi of the district. 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The agency has published the report to mark the World Happiness Day which is celebrated on March 20 every year.</p> <p>According to the report published by Sustainable Development Forum Network, Nepal is ranked 101 for its happiness index. The Himalayan nation has slipped two positions down in comparison to the reports from 2016 when it was ranked 99.</p> <p>Happiness Index of Nepal has fallen to 4.88 in 2017 which was 4.962 in 2016. With this, Nepal still remains third in SAARC, states the report. Nepal is third happiest country in SAARC after Pakistan and Bhutan. Pakistan is ranked first followed by Bhutan second in SAARC and 75 and 97 globally. Bulgaria with a total happiness index of 4.933 lies above Nepal at 100<sup>th</sup> position and Venezuela with 4.806 index is below Nepal raked 102<sup>nd</sup>.</p> <p>Meanwhile, Bangladesh is ranked fourth followed by Sri Lanka at 5<sup>th</sup> while India stands at 6<sup>th</sup> position with only 4.190 indexes. Afghanistan and the Maldives are excluded in the report. Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and India are ranked 115, 116 and 133 globally, which means Indians are the least happy citizens in SAARC nations excluding Afghanistan and the Maldives. </p> <p>The report states, Finland to be the world's happiest country which was at 5<sup>th</sup> position previously. Norway, the happiest country for 2016, has slipped down to second position this time. Norway is followed by Denmark, Iceland, Switzerland, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Sweden and Australia respectively.</p> <p>As per the report, Finland the happiest country holds an index of 7.632 while Burundi has the lowest happiness index and has been ranked as the least happy country. Burundi was at second last position last year.</p> <p>The agency has listed 157 countries in its report where war ravaged South Sudan, Tanzania, Yemen, Rwanda, Syria, Liberia, Haiti, Malawi and Botswana are amongst the least happy countries.</p> <p>The happiness index of the country was determined on the basis of their per capita income, democracy, reliability, life expectancy and social support and rescue.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-03-18', 'modified' => '2018-03-18', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7527', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-03-18 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7745', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Four Branches of Prabhu Life Insurance ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'March 18: Prabhu Life Insurance has launched four more branches.', 'content' => '<p>March 18: Prabhu Life Insurance has launched four more branches. The company has opened its branches in Lalitpur, Kalanki, Baneshwar and Banepa. Prabhu Life Insurance, which has investment from Prabhu Group, Prabhu Bank and Shangri-la Development Bank, has said it has expanded its network to provide efficient services to its customers.</p> <p>The inauguration of Lalitpur branch was done by Ashok Sherchan, CEO of Prabhu Bank. Similarly, Naresh Bahadur Malla, director of Prabhu Insurance, inaugurated the Kalanki branch. Likewise, Promoter and Shareholder Ambika Sharma inaugurated the Baneshwar branch and CEO of Shangri-la Development Bank Rajendra Prasad Paudel inaugurated the Banepa branch.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-03-18', 'modified' => '2018-03-18', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7526', 'image' => '20180318111655_Prabhu-insurance.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-03-18 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7743', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Sunrise Bank Inks Health Insurance deal with Shikhar Insurance', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'March 18: Sunrise Bank has collaborated with Shikhar Insurance to provide health insurance service to its customers. ', 'content' => '<p>March 18: Sunrise Bank has collaborated with Shikhar Insurance to provide health insurance service to its customers. Sunrise Bank's CEO Ratna Raj Bajracharya and the insurance company's CEO Deep Prakash Panday signed the agreement on Wednesday, March 14.</p> <p>As per the agreement, the bank's account holders can claim 25 percent of treatment charge of up to Rs 100,000.</p> <p>Since the establishment of the bank, it has been providing 'group accidental insurance service' to its account holders.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-03-18', 'modified' => '2018-03-18', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7525', 'image' => '20180318111712_Sunrise Bank.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-03-18 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>March 20: Qatar Airways has announced that it has signed a five-year partnership agreement with leading German football team FC Bayern München AG, further strengthening Qatar’s role as a global leader in sports. Under the new agreement, the award-winning airline will become an FC Bayern München platinum partner until June 2023.</p> <p>The five-season deal, commencing on July 1, will see the airline’s logo adorning the shirt sleeves of the German league leaders.</p> <p>Qatar Airways said it proudly supports a range of exciting international and local initiatives dedicated to enriching the global community that it serves. Qatar Airways, the official airline partner of FIFA, is a leading supporter of major global sporting events, including the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia, the 2022 FIFA World Cup Qatar and the FIFA Club World Cup reflecting the values of sports as a means of bringing people together, something at the core of the airline’s own brand message – Going Places Together, the company said in a statement.</p> <p>Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Akbar Al Baker, who met with Karl-Heinz Rummenigge, chairman of the Board of FC Bayern München, and other club officials in Berlin, said, “Qatar Airways is delighted to be supporting Germany’s most-winning team, FC Bayern München. We look forward to working with, and engaging with, the club, the fans, and the people of Germany to help make a real difference through this exciting new partnership. 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More than 25,000 visitors observed the expo informed the expo’s joint-coordinator Pashupati KC. </p> <p>The expo, which was organised with an aim to globalise the Nepali products and raise awareness about the products in Nepal, showcased the first noodle ever manufactured in South Asia -- Rara. 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', 'content' => '<p>March 20: Oppo is all set to launch its new variant- A71 in the Nepali market. </p> <p>Issuing a press statement, the company said that the A71 (2018) comes with an upgraded AI beauty technology and powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 450 processor.</p> <p>According to the company, the A71 (2018) will inherit OPPO's core selfie technology on the front camera with a slim metallic uni-body, making it a compelling choice for young consumers.</p> <p>The phone will be available in golden and black colours.</p> <p>The first edition of Oppo A71 was unveiled on September 2017. 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', 'content' => '<p>March 20: Yeti Airlines/Tara Air has formally initiated the process to airlift 100 tons of non-biodegradable wastes from the Everest region to be recycled in Kathmandu. Issuing a press statement, the airline company said this campaign is a continuation of the airline's CSR programme for Waste Management and Environmental Awareness since 2008 in the Everest region. </p> <p>The company further said that it is taking this initiative in partnership with Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality, Sagarmatha Pollution Control Committee (SPCC), Himalaya Club and United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)</p> <p>Organizing an function at Lukla Airport on March 17, the airline said it flagged off its first flight for the clean-up campaign and shared information about the quantity of collected waste in various collection centers in the Everest region along with a time-bound plan to airlift them. Around 5,000 kg of waste was airlifted in the same day, according to the company.</p> <p>Yeti Airlines-Tara Air have set an ambitious target of flying out 100 tons of waste from the Everest region in the year 2018 as part of its commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the UN, particularly relating to responsible consumption and production (SDG 12), climate change (SDG13), biodiversity consumption (SDG 15) and partnership (SDG 17).</p> <p>While the Sagarmatha Pollution Control Committee (SPCC), a local environmental conservation organization and the Himalaya Club Lukla, coordinates the collection of wastes in the Everest region, Blue Waste to Value, a recycling firm in Kathmandu recycles the wastes, as part of its agreement with SPCC. The wastes comprise of mostly empty beer bottles and cans, empty food tins, and discarded mountaineering and trekking equipment.</p> <p> </p> <p> “On behalf of our airlines we would like to thank SPCC, Himalayan Club, Blue Waste to Value and the other organisations involved in this Everest Clean Up Campaign 2018. We are grateful to the UNDP for their guidance and support in our efforts to become a more socially responsible business enterprise. We would also like to thank the media for supporting this environmental protection initiative with their coverage,” said Umesh Chandra Rai, CEO of Yeti Airlines/Tara Air.</p> <p>“We hope that such collaborative efforts will lead to success in protecting our planet’s fragile ecosystems for our future generations to enjoy.”</p> <p>UN Resident Coordinator and UNDP Resident Representative for Nepal, Valerie Juliand, said, "I would like to congratulate Yeti Airlines for taking up the initiative to clean up one of world’s most treasured tourist hotspots, the Everest region. Activities such as this will help promote a culture of ethical and responsible business, while ultimately contributing to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals.”</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-03-20', 'modified' => '2018-03-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7536', 'image' => '20180320032227__MG_6531.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-03-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7754', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Bancassurance Agreement Between Kailash Bikas Bank and Sagarmatha Insurance', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'March 18: Kailash Bikas Bank and Sagarmatha Insurance have signed an agreement to commence bancassurance service to the customers on Friday, March 16.', 'content' => '<p>March 18: Kailash Bikas Bank and Sagarmatha Insurance have signed an agreement to commence bancassurance service to the customers on Friday, March 16.</p> <p>The bank's CEO Amrit Charan Shrestha and the CEO of the insurance company, Chanki Shrestha signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organizations.</p> <p>As per agreement, customers of the bank can benefit from all kinds of services provided by the insurance company from any branch of the bank.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-03-20', 'modified' => '2018-03-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7535', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-03-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7753', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Mahindra’s New Year Scheme', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'March 20: Agni Motocup, the authorised distributor of Mahindra two-wheelers in Nepal, has announced its new scheme 'Mahindra Chadau, Khusi Multiply Garau'. 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The company announced the scheme on the occasion of New Year 2075.</p> <p>Under the scheme, a scratch card received by the buyers while buying Mahindra bikes and scooters will get discount equivalent to 2075 multiplied by the number (5-100) written in the card.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-03-20', 'modified' => '2018-03-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7534', 'image' => '20180320014521_1 (2).jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-03-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7752', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Civil Bank Starts its New Branch at Damak', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'March 20: Civil Bank has opened a branch at Damak of Jhapa district with an aim to provide banking service at all local levels across the nation. 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He further added that the branch will contribute to the local business and industry.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-03-20', 'modified' => '2018-03-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7533', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-03-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7751', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Pradyuman Pokharel Appointed CEO of Muktinath Bank', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'March 18: Mukinath Bikas Bank has appointed Pradyuman Pokharel as its Chief Executive Officer.', 'content' => '<p>March 18: Mukinath Bikas Bank has appointed Pradyuman Pokharel as its Chief Executive Officer.</p> <p>The bank's BoD meeting held recently appointed Pokharel to the post for four years effective from May 15, 2018.</p> <p>Pokharel has a long experience in the banking sector. He was the deputy CEO of the same bank before his promotion.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-03-20', 'modified' => '2018-03-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7532', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-03-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7750', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'NIC Asia Bank Appoints Neupane as its Acting CEO', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'March 20: NIC Asia Bank has appointed Roshan Kumar Neupane to the post of Acting CEO of the bank.', 'content' => '<p>March 20: NIC Asia Bank has appointed Roshan Kumar Neupane to the post of Acting CEO of the bank.</p> <p>A meeting of the bank's board of directors held on Friday, March 16, appointed Neupane to the post. Besides this, the meeting also approved the resignation of the bank's outgoing CEO Laxman Risal.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-03-20', 'modified' => '2018-03-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7531', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-03-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7749', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Everest Bank Launches Extension Counter at Birat Chowk', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'March 20: Everest Bank said it has been rapidly extending its branches throughout the nation. ', 'content' => '<p>March 20: Everest Bank said it has been rapidly extending its branches throughout the nation. The bank with the motive of expanding its services has launched a new banking extension counter at Birat Chowk of Morang.</p> <p>Shiv Prasad Dhakal, mayor of Sundar Haricha Municipality, along with Someshwor Seth, CEO for Everest Bank jointly inaugurated the extension counter on March 18, Sunday.</p> <p>Everest Bank is an A-class bank and it currently serves the country with 113 ATMs, seven extension counters, 23 tax collection counters and 80 branches.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-03-20', 'modified' => '2018-03-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7530', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-03-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7748', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Bajaj launches New Year 2075 scheme', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'March 18: Hansraj Hulaschand & Co Pvt Ltd, the sole authorized distributor of Bajaj motorcycles in Nepal, has announced its New Year Campaign – "Bajaj Yugarambh" with the tagline "Naya Nepalko Naya Subharambh".', 'content' => '<p>March 18: Hansraj Hulaschand & Co Pvt Ltd, the sole authorized distributor of Bajaj motorcycles in Nepal, has announced its New Year Campaign – "Bajaj Yugarambh" with the tagline "Naya Nepalko Naya Subharambh".</p> <p>“As Nepal is going through enormous transformation regarding significant developmental activities and taking a step towards brighter future, Bajaj has announced a special campaign entitled "Bajaj Yugarambh" this New Year which gives the sense of entering into a new era where the main nation building and shaping force is determined by the youths,” reads a statement issued by the company.</p> <p>The campaign features a "Sure Shot Rs 7,500 OFF" on any purchase of Bajaj motorcycle from the authorized dealer. The buyer will be further have a chance to win an exciting prize of Rs 75,000 everyday through lucky draw.</p> <p>Shekhar Golchha, managing director of Hansraj Hulaschand & Co Pvt Ltd said, "On the occasion of New Year when the country is going through significant developmental transformation in terms of new structures and new constitution, we have brought a new offer titled "Bajaj Yugarambh" which comes with the objective of welcoming new era this New Year and a message that 'contribution of youths are equally important to create New Nepal'."</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-03-18', 'modified' => '2018-03-18', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7529', 'image' => '20180318114559_Mnemonic.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-03-18 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7747', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Nepal Telecom Extends its Service in Countryside ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'March 18: Nepal Telecom has extended its GSM service in rural area of Sindhupalchowk district.', 'content' => '<p>March 18: Nepal Telecom has extended its GSM service in rural area of Sindhupalchowk district.</p> <p>The company started the service at Manisaura, Gumthan, Thagam, Tatopani and Listi of the district. As per the company, 4000 people of the areas can access the service including voice calls and data packages.</p> <p>The company said its GSM tower have been set up at Gati of Bahrabise.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-03-18', 'modified' => '2018-03-18', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7528', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-03-18 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7746', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Nepal 3rd Happiest Country in SAARC', 'sub_title' => 'Slips two positions in global ranking ', 'summary' => 'March 18: Sustainable Development Network, an associate agency of United Nations, has recently released its research report about the world happiness index for 2017.', 'content' => '<p>March 18: Sustainable Development Network, an associate agency of United Nations, has recently released its research report about the world happiness index for 2017. The agency has published the report to mark the World Happiness Day which is celebrated on March 20 every year.</p> <p>According to the report published by Sustainable Development Forum Network, Nepal is ranked 101 for its happiness index. The Himalayan nation has slipped two positions down in comparison to the reports from 2016 when it was ranked 99.</p> <p>Happiness Index of Nepal has fallen to 4.88 in 2017 which was 4.962 in 2016. With this, Nepal still remains third in SAARC, states the report. Nepal is third happiest country in SAARC after Pakistan and Bhutan. Pakistan is ranked first followed by Bhutan second in SAARC and 75 and 97 globally. Bulgaria with a total happiness index of 4.933 lies above Nepal at 100<sup>th</sup> position and Venezuela with 4.806 index is below Nepal raked 102<sup>nd</sup>.</p> <p>Meanwhile, Bangladesh is ranked fourth followed by Sri Lanka at 5<sup>th</sup> while India stands at 6<sup>th</sup> position with only 4.190 indexes. Afghanistan and the Maldives are excluded in the report. Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and India are ranked 115, 116 and 133 globally, which means Indians are the least happy citizens in SAARC nations excluding Afghanistan and the Maldives. </p> <p>The report states, Finland to be the world's happiest country which was at 5<sup>th</sup> position previously. Norway, the happiest country for 2016, has slipped down to second position this time. Norway is followed by Denmark, Iceland, Switzerland, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Sweden and Australia respectively.</p> <p>As per the report, Finland the happiest country holds an index of 7.632 while Burundi has the lowest happiness index and has been ranked as the least happy country. 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The company has opened its branches in Lalitpur, Kalanki, Baneshwar and Banepa. Prabhu Life Insurance, which has investment from Prabhu Group, Prabhu Bank and Shangri-la Development Bank, has said it has expanded its network to provide efficient services to its customers.</p> <p>The inauguration of Lalitpur branch was done by Ashok Sherchan, CEO of Prabhu Bank. Similarly, Naresh Bahadur Malla, director of Prabhu Insurance, inaugurated the Kalanki branch. Likewise, Promoter and Shareholder Ambika Sharma inaugurated the Baneshwar branch and CEO of Shangri-la Development Bank Rajendra Prasad Paudel inaugurated the Banepa branch.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-03-18', 'modified' => '2018-03-18', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7526', 'image' => '20180318111655_Prabhu-insurance.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-03-18 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7743', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Sunrise Bank Inks Health Insurance deal with Shikhar Insurance', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'March 18: Sunrise Bank has collaborated with Shikhar Insurance to provide health insurance service to its customers. ', 'content' => '<p>March 18: Sunrise Bank has collaborated with Shikhar Insurance to provide health insurance service to its customers. 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', 'content' => '<p>March 20: Qatar Airways has announced that it has signed a five-year partnership agreement with leading German football team FC Bayern München AG, further strengthening Qatar’s role as a global leader in sports. Under the new agreement, the award-winning airline will become an FC Bayern München platinum partner until June 2023.</p> <p>The five-season deal, commencing on July 1, will see the airline’s logo adorning the shirt sleeves of the German league leaders.</p> <p>Qatar Airways said it proudly supports a range of exciting international and local initiatives dedicated to enriching the global community that it serves. Qatar Airways, the official airline partner of FIFA, is a leading supporter of major global sporting events, including the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia, the 2022 FIFA World Cup Qatar and the FIFA Club World Cup reflecting the values of sports as a means of bringing people together, something at the core of the airline’s own brand message – Going Places Together, the company said in a statement.</p> <p>Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Akbar Al Baker, who met with Karl-Heinz Rummenigge, chairman of the Board of FC Bayern München, and other club officials in Berlin, said, “Qatar Airways is delighted to be supporting Germany’s most-winning team, FC Bayern München. We look forward to working with, and engaging with, the club, the fans, and the people of Germany to help make a real difference through this exciting new partnership. 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More than 25,000 visitors observed the expo informed the expo’s joint-coordinator Pashupati KC. </p> <p>The expo, which was organised with an aim to globalise the Nepali products and raise awareness about the products in Nepal, showcased the first noodle ever manufactured in South Asia -- Rara. 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', 'content' => '<p>March 20: Oppo is all set to launch its new variant- A71 in the Nepali market. </p> <p>Issuing a press statement, the company said that the A71 (2018) comes with an upgraded AI beauty technology and powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 450 processor.</p> <p>According to the company, the A71 (2018) will inherit OPPO's core selfie technology on the front camera with a slim metallic uni-body, making it a compelling choice for young consumers.</p> <p>The phone will be available in golden and black colours.</p> <p>The first edition of Oppo A71 was unveiled on September 2017. 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', 'content' => '<p>March 20: Yeti Airlines/Tara Air has formally initiated the process to airlift 100 tons of non-biodegradable wastes from the Everest region to be recycled in Kathmandu. Issuing a press statement, the airline company said this campaign is a continuation of the airline's CSR programme for Waste Management and Environmental Awareness since 2008 in the Everest region. </p> <p>The company further said that it is taking this initiative in partnership with Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality, Sagarmatha Pollution Control Committee (SPCC), Himalaya Club and United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)</p> <p>Organizing an function at Lukla Airport on March 17, the airline said it flagged off its first flight for the clean-up campaign and shared information about the quantity of collected waste in various collection centers in the Everest region along with a time-bound plan to airlift them. Around 5,000 kg of waste was airlifted in the same day, according to the company.</p> <p>Yeti Airlines-Tara Air have set an ambitious target of flying out 100 tons of waste from the Everest region in the year 2018 as part of its commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the UN, particularly relating to responsible consumption and production (SDG 12), climate change (SDG13), biodiversity consumption (SDG 15) and partnership (SDG 17).</p> <p>While the Sagarmatha Pollution Control Committee (SPCC), a local environmental conservation organization and the Himalaya Club Lukla, coordinates the collection of wastes in the Everest region, Blue Waste to Value, a recycling firm in Kathmandu recycles the wastes, as part of its agreement with SPCC. The wastes comprise of mostly empty beer bottles and cans, empty food tins, and discarded mountaineering and trekking equipment.</p> <p> </p> <p> “On behalf of our airlines we would like to thank SPCC, Himalayan Club, Blue Waste to Value and the other organisations involved in this Everest Clean Up Campaign 2018. We are grateful to the UNDP for their guidance and support in our efforts to become a more socially responsible business enterprise. We would also like to thank the media for supporting this environmental protection initiative with their coverage,” said Umesh Chandra Rai, CEO of Yeti Airlines/Tara Air.</p> <p>“We hope that such collaborative efforts will lead to success in protecting our planet’s fragile ecosystems for our future generations to enjoy.”</p> <p>UN Resident Coordinator and UNDP Resident Representative for Nepal, Valerie Juliand, said, "I would like to congratulate Yeti Airlines for taking up the initiative to clean up one of world’s most treasured tourist hotspots, the Everest region. Activities such as this will help promote a culture of ethical and responsible business, while ultimately contributing to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals.”</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-03-20', 'modified' => '2018-03-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7536', 'image' => '20180320032227__MG_6531.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-03-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7754', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Bancassurance Agreement Between Kailash Bikas Bank and Sagarmatha Insurance', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'March 18: Kailash Bikas Bank and Sagarmatha Insurance have signed an agreement to commence bancassurance service to the customers on Friday, March 16.', 'content' => '<p>March 18: Kailash Bikas Bank and Sagarmatha Insurance have signed an agreement to commence bancassurance service to the customers on Friday, March 16.</p> <p>The bank's CEO Amrit Charan Shrestha and the CEO of the insurance company, Chanki Shrestha signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organizations.</p> <p>As per agreement, customers of the bank can benefit from all kinds of services provided by the insurance company from any branch of the bank.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-03-20', 'modified' => '2018-03-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7535', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-03-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7753', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Mahindra’s New Year Scheme', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'March 20: Agni Motocup, the authorised distributor of Mahindra two-wheelers in Nepal, has announced its new scheme 'Mahindra Chadau, Khusi Multiply Garau'. 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The company announced the scheme on the occasion of New Year 2075.</p> <p>Under the scheme, a scratch card received by the buyers while buying Mahindra bikes and scooters will get discount equivalent to 2075 multiplied by the number (5-100) written in the card.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-03-20', 'modified' => '2018-03-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7534', 'image' => '20180320014521_1 (2).jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-03-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7752', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Civil Bank Starts its New Branch at Damak', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'March 20: Civil Bank has opened a branch at Damak of Jhapa district with an aim to provide banking service at all local levels across the nation. 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He further added that the branch will contribute to the local business and industry.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-03-20', 'modified' => '2018-03-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7533', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-03-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7751', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Pradyuman Pokharel Appointed CEO of Muktinath Bank', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'March 18: Mukinath Bikas Bank has appointed Pradyuman Pokharel as its Chief Executive Officer.', 'content' => '<p>March 18: Mukinath Bikas Bank has appointed Pradyuman Pokharel as its Chief Executive Officer.</p> <p>The bank's BoD meeting held recently appointed Pokharel to the post for four years effective from May 15, 2018.</p> <p>Pokharel has a long experience in the banking sector. He was the deputy CEO of the same bank before his promotion.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-03-20', 'modified' => '2018-03-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7532', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-03-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7750', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'NIC Asia Bank Appoints Neupane as its Acting CEO', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'March 20: NIC Asia Bank has appointed Roshan Kumar Neupane to the post of Acting CEO of the bank.', 'content' => '<p>March 20: NIC Asia Bank has appointed Roshan Kumar Neupane to the post of Acting CEO of the bank.</p> <p>A meeting of the bank's board of directors held on Friday, March 16, appointed Neupane to the post. Besides this, the meeting also approved the resignation of the bank's outgoing CEO Laxman Risal.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-03-20', 'modified' => '2018-03-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7531', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-03-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7749', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Everest Bank Launches Extension Counter at Birat Chowk', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'March 20: Everest Bank said it has been rapidly extending its branches throughout the nation. ', 'content' => '<p>March 20: Everest Bank said it has been rapidly extending its branches throughout the nation. The bank with the motive of expanding its services has launched a new banking extension counter at Birat Chowk of Morang.</p> <p>Shiv Prasad Dhakal, mayor of Sundar Haricha Municipality, along with Someshwor Seth, CEO for Everest Bank jointly inaugurated the extension counter on March 18, Sunday.</p> <p>Everest Bank is an A-class bank and it currently serves the country with 113 ATMs, seven extension counters, 23 tax collection counters and 80 branches.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-03-20', 'modified' => '2018-03-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7530', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-03-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7748', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Bajaj launches New Year 2075 scheme', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'March 18: Hansraj Hulaschand & Co Pvt Ltd, the sole authorized distributor of Bajaj motorcycles in Nepal, has announced its New Year Campaign – "Bajaj Yugarambh" with the tagline "Naya Nepalko Naya Subharambh".', 'content' => '<p>March 18: Hansraj Hulaschand & Co Pvt Ltd, the sole authorized distributor of Bajaj motorcycles in Nepal, has announced its New Year Campaign – "Bajaj Yugarambh" with the tagline "Naya Nepalko Naya Subharambh".</p> <p>“As Nepal is going through enormous transformation regarding significant developmental activities and taking a step towards brighter future, Bajaj has announced a special campaign entitled "Bajaj Yugarambh" this New Year which gives the sense of entering into a new era where the main nation building and shaping force is determined by the youths,” reads a statement issued by the company.</p> <p>The campaign features a "Sure Shot Rs 7,500 OFF" on any purchase of Bajaj motorcycle from the authorized dealer. The buyer will be further have a chance to win an exciting prize of Rs 75,000 everyday through lucky draw.</p> <p>Shekhar Golchha, managing director of Hansraj Hulaschand & Co Pvt Ltd said, "On the occasion of New Year when the country is going through significant developmental transformation in terms of new structures and new constitution, we have brought a new offer titled "Bajaj Yugarambh" which comes with the objective of welcoming new era this New Year and a message that 'contribution of youths are equally important to create New Nepal'."</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-03-18', 'modified' => '2018-03-18', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7529', 'image' => '20180318114559_Mnemonic.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-03-18 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7747', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Nepal Telecom Extends its Service in Countryside ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'March 18: Nepal Telecom has extended its GSM service in rural area of Sindhupalchowk district.', 'content' => '<p>March 18: Nepal Telecom has extended its GSM service in rural area of Sindhupalchowk district.</p> <p>The company started the service at Manisaura, Gumthan, Thagam, Tatopani and Listi of the district. As per the company, 4000 people of the areas can access the service including voice calls and data packages.</p> <p>The company said its GSM tower have been set up at Gati of Bahrabise.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-03-18', 'modified' => '2018-03-18', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7528', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-03-18 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7746', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Nepal 3rd Happiest Country in SAARC', 'sub_title' => 'Slips two positions in global ranking ', 'summary' => 'March 18: Sustainable Development Network, an associate agency of United Nations, has recently released its research report about the world happiness index for 2017.', 'content' => '<p>March 18: Sustainable Development Network, an associate agency of United Nations, has recently released its research report about the world happiness index for 2017. The agency has published the report to mark the World Happiness Day which is celebrated on March 20 every year.</p> <p>According to the report published by Sustainable Development Forum Network, Nepal is ranked 101 for its happiness index. The Himalayan nation has slipped two positions down in comparison to the reports from 2016 when it was ranked 99.</p> <p>Happiness Index of Nepal has fallen to 4.88 in 2017 which was 4.962 in 2016. With this, Nepal still remains third in SAARC, states the report. Nepal is third happiest country in SAARC after Pakistan and Bhutan. Pakistan is ranked first followed by Bhutan second in SAARC and 75 and 97 globally. Bulgaria with a total happiness index of 4.933 lies above Nepal at 100<sup>th</sup> position and Venezuela with 4.806 index is below Nepal raked 102<sup>nd</sup>.</p> <p>Meanwhile, Bangladesh is ranked fourth followed by Sri Lanka at 5<sup>th</sup> while India stands at 6<sup>th</sup> position with only 4.190 indexes. Afghanistan and the Maldives are excluded in the report. Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and India are ranked 115, 116 and 133 globally, which means Indians are the least happy citizens in SAARC nations excluding Afghanistan and the Maldives. </p> <p>The report states, Finland to be the world's happiest country which was at 5<sup>th</sup> position previously. Norway, the happiest country for 2016, has slipped down to second position this time. Norway is followed by Denmark, Iceland, Switzerland, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Sweden and Australia respectively.</p> <p>As per the report, Finland the happiest country holds an index of 7.632 while Burundi has the lowest happiness index and has been ranked as the least happy country. 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', 'content' => '<p>March 20: Qatar Airways has announced that it has signed a five-year partnership agreement with leading German football team FC Bayern München AG, further strengthening Qatar’s role as a global leader in sports. Under the new agreement, the award-winning airline will become an FC Bayern München platinum partner until June 2023.</p> <p>The five-season deal, commencing on July 1, will see the airline’s logo adorning the shirt sleeves of the German league leaders.</p> <p>Qatar Airways said it proudly supports a range of exciting international and local initiatives dedicated to enriching the global community that it serves. Qatar Airways, the official airline partner of FIFA, is a leading supporter of major global sporting events, including the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia, the 2022 FIFA World Cup Qatar and the FIFA Club World Cup reflecting the values of sports as a means of bringing people together, something at the core of the airline’s own brand message – Going Places Together, the company said in a statement.</p> <p>Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Akbar Al Baker, who met with Karl-Heinz Rummenigge, chairman of the Board of FC Bayern München, and other club officials in Berlin, said, “Qatar Airways is delighted to be supporting Germany’s most-winning team, FC Bayern München. We look forward to working with, and engaging with, the club, the fans, and the people of Germany to help make a real difference through this exciting new partnership. Sport is a key pillar of the long-term vision of the State of Qatar, and as Qatar’s national carrier, we welcome the opportunity to use sport as a means of bringing people together.”</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-03-20', 'modified' => '2018-03-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7539', 'image' => '20180320043227_qatar.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-03-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7757', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Made in Nepal Expo', 'sub_title' => 'More than 25000 visitors observe the expo', 'summary' => 'March 20: The sixth edition of the 'Made in Nepal' expo concluded on Sunday, March 18. ', 'content' => '<p>March 20: The sixth edition of the 'Made in Nepal' expo concluded on Sunday, March 18. More than 25,000 visitors observed the expo informed the expo’s joint-coordinator Pashupati KC. </p> <p>The expo, which was organised with an aim to globalise the Nepali products and raise awareness about the products in Nepal, showcased the first noodle ever manufactured in South Asia -- Rara. Likewise, Nepal's oldest bread, Krishna Pauroti was the major attraction of the expo besides agro fashion and new technology in foodstuff. </p> <p>According to KC, the expo aimed to explore what kind of products can be exported to foreign countries.</p> <p>The expo with 140 stalls featured foodstuff and agricultural products, handicrafts and woodcrafts, garments and shoe wares as well as service industries along with Newari feast and cultural programmes.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-03-20', 'modified' => '2018-03-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7538', 'image' => '20180320051720__DSC9049.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-03-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7756', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'New Variant of Oppo A71 to Hit Nepali Market', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'March 20: Oppo is all set to launch its new variant- A71 in the Nepali market. ', 'content' => '<p>March 20: Oppo is all set to launch its new variant- A71 in the Nepali market. </p> <p>Issuing a press statement, the company said that the A71 (2018) comes with an upgraded AI beauty technology and powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 450 processor.</p> <p>According to the company, the A71 (2018) will inherit OPPO's core selfie technology on the front camera with a slim metallic uni-body, making it a compelling choice for young consumers.</p> <p>The phone will be available in golden and black colours.</p> <p>The first edition of Oppo A71 was unveiled on September 2017. The new Oppo model is expected to enable smoother multitasking and switching between apps delivering a faster and more convenient experience for taking photos, watching videos and playing games, the company claimed.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-03-20', 'modified' => '2018-03-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7537', 'image' => '20180320033158_1 (3).jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-03-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7755', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Yeti Airlines-Tara Air to Airlift 100 Tons of Waste from Everest', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'March 20: Yeti Airlines/Tara Air has formally initiated the process to airlift 100 tons of non-biodegradable wastes from the Everest region to be recycled in Kathmandu. ', 'content' => '<p>March 20: Yeti Airlines/Tara Air has formally initiated the process to airlift 100 tons of non-biodegradable wastes from the Everest region to be recycled in Kathmandu. Issuing a press statement, the airline company said this campaign is a continuation of the airline's CSR programme for Waste Management and Environmental Awareness since 2008 in the Everest region. </p> <p>The company further said that it is taking this initiative in partnership with Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality, Sagarmatha Pollution Control Committee (SPCC), Himalaya Club and United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)</p> <p>Organizing an function at Lukla Airport on March 17, the airline said it flagged off its first flight for the clean-up campaign and shared information about the quantity of collected waste in various collection centers in the Everest region along with a time-bound plan to airlift them. Around 5,000 kg of waste was airlifted in the same day, according to the company.</p> <p>Yeti Airlines-Tara Air have set an ambitious target of flying out 100 tons of waste from the Everest region in the year 2018 as part of its commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the UN, particularly relating to responsible consumption and production (SDG 12), climate change (SDG13), biodiversity consumption (SDG 15) and partnership (SDG 17).</p> <p>While the Sagarmatha Pollution Control Committee (SPCC), a local environmental conservation organization and the Himalaya Club Lukla, coordinates the collection of wastes in the Everest region, Blue Waste to Value, a recycling firm in Kathmandu recycles the wastes, as part of its agreement with SPCC. The wastes comprise of mostly empty beer bottles and cans, empty food tins, and discarded mountaineering and trekking equipment.</p> <p> </p> <p> “On behalf of our airlines we would like to thank SPCC, Himalayan Club, Blue Waste to Value and the other organisations involved in this Everest Clean Up Campaign 2018. We are grateful to the UNDP for their guidance and support in our efforts to become a more socially responsible business enterprise. We would also like to thank the media for supporting this environmental protection initiative with their coverage,” said Umesh Chandra Rai, CEO of Yeti Airlines/Tara Air.</p> <p>“We hope that such collaborative efforts will lead to success in protecting our planet’s fragile ecosystems for our future generations to enjoy.”</p> <p>UN Resident Coordinator and UNDP Resident Representative for Nepal, Valerie Juliand, said, "I would like to congratulate Yeti Airlines for taking up the initiative to clean up one of world’s most treasured tourist hotspots, the Everest region. Activities such as this will help promote a culture of ethical and responsible business, while ultimately contributing to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals.”</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-03-20', 'modified' => '2018-03-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7536', 'image' => '20180320032227__MG_6531.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-03-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7754', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Bancassurance Agreement Between Kailash Bikas Bank and Sagarmatha Insurance', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'March 18: Kailash Bikas Bank and Sagarmatha Insurance have signed an agreement to commence bancassurance service to the customers on Friday, March 16.', 'content' => '<p>March 18: Kailash Bikas Bank and Sagarmatha Insurance have signed an agreement to commence bancassurance service to the customers on Friday, March 16.</p> <p>The bank's CEO Amrit Charan Shrestha and the CEO of the insurance company, Chanki Shrestha signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organizations.</p> <p>As per agreement, customers of the bank can benefit from all kinds of services provided by the insurance company from any branch of the bank.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-03-20', 'modified' => '2018-03-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7535', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-03-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7753', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Mahindra’s New Year Scheme', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'March 20: Agni Motocup, the authorised distributor of Mahindra two-wheelers in Nepal, has announced its new scheme 'Mahindra Chadau, Khusi Multiply Garau'. ', 'content' => '<p>March 20: Agni Motocup, the authorised distributor of Mahindra two-wheelers in Nepal, has announced its new scheme 'Mahindra Chadau, Khusi Multiply Garau'. The company announced the scheme on the occasion of New Year 2075.</p> <p>Under the scheme, a scratch card received by the buyers while buying Mahindra bikes and scooters will get discount equivalent to 2075 multiplied by the number (5-100) written in the card.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-03-20', 'modified' => '2018-03-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7534', 'image' => '20180320014521_1 (2).jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-03-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7752', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Civil Bank Starts its New Branch at Damak', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'March 20: Civil Bank has opened a branch at Damak of Jhapa district with an aim to provide banking service at all local levels across the nation. ', 'content' => '<p>March 20: Civil Bank has opened a branch at Damak of Jhapa district with an aim to provide banking service at all local levels across the nation. It is the 58<sup>th</sup> branch of the bank.</p> <p>The branch was inaugurated by former deputy governor of Nepal Rastra Bank, Chinta Mani Siwakoti amid a function on Friday, March 16.</p> <p>Speaking at the function, the bank's CEO Govinda Gurung said the branch will help the people residing in the place in conducting financial transaction. He further added that the branch will contribute to the local business and industry.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-03-20', 'modified' => '2018-03-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7533', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-03-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7751', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Pradyuman Pokharel Appointed CEO of Muktinath Bank', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'March 18: Mukinath Bikas Bank has appointed Pradyuman Pokharel as its Chief Executive Officer.', 'content' => '<p>March 18: Mukinath Bikas Bank has appointed Pradyuman Pokharel as its Chief Executive Officer.</p> <p>The bank's BoD meeting held recently appointed Pokharel to the post for four years effective from May 15, 2018.</p> <p>Pokharel has a long experience in the banking sector. He was the deputy CEO of the same bank before his promotion.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-03-20', 'modified' => '2018-03-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7532', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-03-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7750', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'NIC Asia Bank Appoints Neupane as its Acting CEO', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'March 20: NIC Asia Bank has appointed Roshan Kumar Neupane to the post of Acting CEO of the bank.', 'content' => '<p>March 20: NIC Asia Bank has appointed Roshan Kumar Neupane to the post of Acting CEO of the bank.</p> <p>A meeting of the bank's board of directors held on Friday, March 16, appointed Neupane to the post. Besides this, the meeting also approved the resignation of the bank's outgoing CEO Laxman Risal.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-03-20', 'modified' => '2018-03-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7531', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-03-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7749', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Everest Bank Launches Extension Counter at Birat Chowk', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'March 20: Everest Bank said it has been rapidly extending its branches throughout the nation. ', 'content' => '<p>March 20: Everest Bank said it has been rapidly extending its branches throughout the nation. The bank with the motive of expanding its services has launched a new banking extension counter at Birat Chowk of Morang.</p> <p>Shiv Prasad Dhakal, mayor of Sundar Haricha Municipality, along with Someshwor Seth, CEO for Everest Bank jointly inaugurated the extension counter on March 18, Sunday.</p> <p>Everest Bank is an A-class bank and it currently serves the country with 113 ATMs, seven extension counters, 23 tax collection counters and 80 branches.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-03-20', 'modified' => '2018-03-20', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7530', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-03-20 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7748', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Bajaj launches New Year 2075 scheme', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'March 18: Hansraj Hulaschand & Co Pvt Ltd, the sole authorized distributor of Bajaj motorcycles in Nepal, has announced its New Year Campaign – "Bajaj Yugarambh" with the tagline "Naya Nepalko Naya Subharambh".', 'content' => '<p>March 18: Hansraj Hulaschand & Co Pvt Ltd, the sole authorized distributor of Bajaj motorcycles in Nepal, has announced its New Year Campaign – "Bajaj Yugarambh" with the tagline "Naya Nepalko Naya Subharambh".</p> <p>“As Nepal is going through enormous transformation regarding significant developmental activities and taking a step towards brighter future, Bajaj has announced a special campaign entitled "Bajaj Yugarambh" this New Year which gives the sense of entering into a new era where the main nation building and shaping force is determined by the youths,” reads a statement issued by the company.</p> <p>The campaign features a "Sure Shot Rs 7,500 OFF" on any purchase of Bajaj motorcycle from the authorized dealer. The buyer will be further have a chance to win an exciting prize of Rs 75,000 everyday through lucky draw.</p> <p>Shekhar Golchha, managing director of Hansraj Hulaschand & Co Pvt Ltd said, "On the occasion of New Year when the country is going through significant developmental transformation in terms of new structures and new constitution, we have brought a new offer titled "Bajaj Yugarambh" which comes with the objective of welcoming new era this New Year and a message that 'contribution of youths are equally important to create New Nepal'."</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-03-18', 'modified' => '2018-03-18', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7529', 'image' => '20180318114559_Mnemonic.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-03-18 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7747', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Nepal Telecom Extends its Service in Countryside ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'March 18: Nepal Telecom has extended its GSM service in rural area of Sindhupalchowk district.', 'content' => '<p>March 18: Nepal Telecom has extended its GSM service in rural area of Sindhupalchowk district.</p> <p>The company started the service at Manisaura, Gumthan, Thagam, Tatopani and Listi of the district. As per the company, 4000 people of the areas can access the service including voice calls and data packages.</p> <p>The company said its GSM tower have been set up at Gati of Bahrabise.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-03-18', 'modified' => '2018-03-18', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7528', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-03-18 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7746', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Nepal 3rd Happiest Country in SAARC', 'sub_title' => 'Slips two positions in global ranking ', 'summary' => 'March 18: Sustainable Development Network, an associate agency of United Nations, has recently released its research report about the world happiness index for 2017.', 'content' => '<p>March 18: Sustainable Development Network, an associate agency of United Nations, has recently released its research report about the world happiness index for 2017. The agency has published the report to mark the World Happiness Day which is celebrated on March 20 every year.</p> <p>According to the report published by Sustainable Development Forum Network, Nepal is ranked 101 for its happiness index. The Himalayan nation has slipped two positions down in comparison to the reports from 2016 when it was ranked 99.</p> <p>Happiness Index of Nepal has fallen to 4.88 in 2017 which was 4.962 in 2016. With this, Nepal still remains third in SAARC, states the report. Nepal is third happiest country in SAARC after Pakistan and Bhutan. Pakistan is ranked first followed by Bhutan second in SAARC and 75 and 97 globally. Bulgaria with a total happiness index of 4.933 lies above Nepal at 100<sup>th</sup> position and Venezuela with 4.806 index is below Nepal raked 102<sup>nd</sup>.</p> <p>Meanwhile, Bangladesh is ranked fourth followed by Sri Lanka at 5<sup>th</sup> while India stands at 6<sup>th</sup> position with only 4.190 indexes. Afghanistan and the Maldives are excluded in the report. Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and India are ranked 115, 116 and 133 globally, which means Indians are the least happy citizens in SAARC nations excluding Afghanistan and the Maldives. </p> <p>The report states, Finland to be the world's happiest country which was at 5<sup>th</sup> position previously. Norway, the happiest country for 2016, has slipped down to second position this time. Norway is followed by Denmark, Iceland, Switzerland, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Sweden and Australia respectively.</p> <p>As per the report, Finland the happiest country holds an index of 7.632 while Burundi has the lowest happiness index and has been ranked as the least happy country. Burundi was at second last position last year.</p> <p>The agency has listed 157 countries in its report where war ravaged South Sudan, Tanzania, Yemen, Rwanda, Syria, Liberia, Haiti, Malawi and Botswana are amongst the least happy countries.</p> <p>The happiness index of the country was determined on the basis of their per capita income, democracy, reliability, life expectancy and social support and rescue.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-03-18', 'modified' => '2018-03-18', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7527', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-03-18 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7745', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Four Branches of Prabhu Life Insurance ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'March 18: Prabhu Life Insurance has launched four more branches.', 'content' => '<p>March 18: Prabhu Life Insurance has launched four more branches. The company has opened its branches in Lalitpur, Kalanki, Baneshwar and Banepa. Prabhu Life Insurance, which has investment from Prabhu Group, Prabhu Bank and Shangri-la Development Bank, has said it has expanded its network to provide efficient services to its customers.</p> <p>The inauguration of Lalitpur branch was done by Ashok Sherchan, CEO of Prabhu Bank. Similarly, Naresh Bahadur Malla, director of Prabhu Insurance, inaugurated the Kalanki branch. Likewise, Promoter and Shareholder Ambika Sharma inaugurated the Baneshwar branch and CEO of Shangri-la Development Bank Rajendra Prasad Paudel inaugurated the Banepa branch.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-03-18', 'modified' => '2018-03-18', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7526', 'image' => '20180318111655_Prabhu-insurance.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-03-18 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7743', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Sunrise Bank Inks Health Insurance deal with Shikhar Insurance', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'March 18: Sunrise Bank has collaborated with Shikhar Insurance to provide health insurance service to its customers. ', 'content' => '<p>March 18: Sunrise Bank has collaborated with Shikhar Insurance to provide health insurance service to its customers. Sunrise Bank's CEO Ratna Raj Bajracharya and the insurance company's CEO Deep Prakash Panday signed the agreement on Wednesday, March 14.</p> <p>As per the agreement, the bank's account holders can claim 25 percent of treatment charge of up to Rs 100,000.</p> <p>Since the establishment of the bank, it has been providing 'group accidental insurance service' to its account holders.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-03-18', 'modified' => '2018-03-18', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7525', 'image' => '20180318111712_Sunrise Bank.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-03-18 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