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			'title' => 'Young Entrepreneurs Summit this Saturday  ',
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			'summary' => 'January 16: Nepalese Young Entrepreneurs’ Forum (NYEF) is organising Young Entrepreneurs Summit  -Women (YESW) on Saturday, January 20.',
			'content' => '<p>January 16: Nepalese Young Entrepreneurs&rsquo; Forum (NYEF) is organising Young Entrepreneurs Summit &nbsp;-Women (YESW) on Saturday, January 20. The day-long event will include inspirational story sharing from young lady entrepreneurs, workshop on personal development and strategies for entrepreneurs, session on legal aspects in entrepreneurship and networking session.</p>

<p>The organisers are expecting around 150 participants in the programme, which will be held at Hotel Radisson.&nbsp; The fourth edition of YESW with the theme &lsquo;Connect, Collaborate, Create&rsquo; has been supported by Laxmi Bank.</p>

<p>&ldquo;YESW is a platform which will help the participants grow professionally and personally. It is also a platform for the speakers to be visible as tremendous contributors to the economy and their community,&rdquo; shared Juna&nbsp; Mathema, chairperson of YESW during a press meet organised in the capital on Tueday, January 16.</p>

<p>According to her, the key take away from the summit will be that the participants will feel charged with ideas to explore in business. The event aims to inspire entrepreneurs, startups, students and the people who are passionate to start something by their own and are searching for a helping hand.&nbsp;</p>
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			'title' => 'KTM Mobile Announces Discount till January 29',
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			'summary' => 'January 16: KTM Mobile Center, a mobile exchange house at Tamrakar Complex in New Road, has revamped its showroom.',
			'content' => '<p>January 16: KTM Mobile Center, a mobile exchange house at Tamrakar Complex in New Road, has revamped its showroom. Deepak Malhotra, the president of Mobile Importer Association of Nepal and the chairman of IMS Group, inaugurated the new showroom on Monday, January 15.</p>

<p>The company said that different models of different brands are available at the showroom. During the inauguration ceremony, the company provided warranty and other services along with gifts hampers on purchase of mobile phones. Likewise, the company has announced a grand mobile exchange fair till January 29, during which it offers 5-45 percent discount on purchase of each mobile. It has also announced to provide discount up to 10 percent for repair, the company said in a statement.</p>

<p>Malhora urged the concerned bodies to implement Mobile Point of Sale (MPOS) system in the coming days to end the unhealthy competition seen in the current mobile market.</p>

<p>&nbsp;</p>
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			'title' => 'Number of tourists up',
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			'summary' => 'January 16: Although the government did not succeed in meeting its target of welcoming one million tourists in Nepal every year, the number of visitors was quite encouraging last year. ',
			'content' => '<p>January 16: Although the government did not succeed in meeting its target of welcoming one million tourists in Nepal every year, the number of visitors was quite encouraging last year. According to government data, 940,218 tourists visited Nepal last year. The number of tourists visiting Nepal in 2017 is more than the number of tourists visiting the country the previous year by 211,668. In 2016, the number of tourists who visited Nepal was 728,550.</p>

<p>The government had declared 2011 as tourism year and set a target of welcoming one million tourists each year. Although it has already been six years since the announcement, the government has not achieved its target so far.</p>

<p>Nevertheless, Nepal Tourism Board&rsquo;s CEO Deepak Raj Joshi says that it is very encouraging to have almost a million tourists in Nepal in the current situation. He said that the encouraging number of tourist arrival has given a positive message at a time when the country is going through political transition and trying to rebuild following the devastating earthquakes of 2015.</p>

<p>Besides political turmoil which the country has been going through, lack of infrastructure has been the major hindrance in attracting more tourists, according to the president of Hotel Association of Nepal, Amar Man Shakya.</p>

<p>&ldquo;The one and only international airport of the country has been handling much more passengers than its capacity. The condition of roads is even more pathetic. But still the tourists are arriving. It won&rsquo;t be a problem to attract more tourists once these problems are addressed,&rdquo; said Shakya. &nbsp;</p>
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			'title' => 'Khalti App Crosses 50,000 Downloads Mark',
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			'summary' => 'January 16: Within one year of its launch, Khalti Digital Wallet app - an Android application which is very much handy in making electronic payment – has crossed the mark of 50,000 downloads.',
			'content' => '<p>January 16: Within one year of its launch, Khalti Digital Wallet app - an Android application which is very much handy in making electronic payment &ndash; has crossed the mark of 50,000 downloads.</p>

<p>Issuing a press statement, the developers said that the app hit the milestone in the second week of January, two weeks before its first anniversary. Khalti Digital Wallet was introduced in the Nepali market on January 26, 2017.</p>

<p>In this short span of one year, Khalti has emerged as one of the most preferred mobile payment solutions in Nepal, allowing users to pay for mobile balance topup, pay electricity/water bills, DTH and internet bills, movie tickets, airline ticketing and more, according to the statement.</p>

<p>Elated by the achievement, Manish Modi, managing director of Khalti Digital Wallet said, &quot;We are overwhelmed with the 50 thousand downloads mark, and such a wonderful support from our users. Reaching this milestone is a testimony to the efforts of the incredible team at Khalti. This achievement will offer us a strong boost as we work towards cashless revolution of Nepal. More than the number of downloads, we are proud to be contributing the fintech industry of Nepal, making mobile payment easier, and increase access to finance.&rdquo;</p>

<p>Khalti Digital Wallet said it was declared the winner of GBG Storytelling Contest, a global startup competition, on October 12 last year.</p>

<p>At a time when cashless transactions are on the rise across the globe, Nepal is also moving in the same direction, the developers claimed.</p>

<p>Similar to Android app users, Khalti said it is also getting a wonderful response from iPhone app users and web users.</p>
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			'title' => ''Technology Key to Reining in Agricultural Imports'',
			'sub_title' => 'Government-supported training programmes largely exclude farmers: Dr Prabhu Budhathoki',
			'summary' => 'January 16:  Surging imports of agricultural commodities indicate a tremendous potential for Nepal to expand agricultural production, said policymakers, agri-business entrepreneurs and agriculture sector experts in a recent roundtable discussion organised in the capital.',
			'content' => '<p>January 16: &nbsp;Surging imports of agricultural commodities indicate a tremendous potential for Nepal to expand agricultural production, said policymakers, agri-business entrepreneurs and agriculture sector experts in a recent roundtable discussion organised in the capital.</p>

<p>Speaking at the discussion on &ldquo;Enabling Environment for Agricultural Technology Innovation and Adoption: Policy, Legislation and Practice,&rdquo; stakeholders called for a revamp of critical interventions for the deployment of productivity-enhancing technologies.</p>

<p>The event was organized by South Asia Watch on Trade, Economics and Environment (SAWTEE) and Winrock International on January 12.</p>

<p>Dr Prabhu Budhathoki, a member of the National Planning Commission, said policy interventions aimed at improving the uptake of technology appear to be driven more by the interest of bureaucrats rather than farmers&rsquo; needs, reads a press statement issued by SAWTEE. While participatory methods are much more productive, government-supported training programmes largely exclude farmers, he added.</p>

<p>Neelu Thapa, programme coordinator of SAWTEE, argued that a credible mapping of existing agricultural value chains is crucial for farmers&rsquo; access to credit. Stating that Nepal&rsquo;s agricultural exports are being hindered by safety standards and requirements in key markets, she emphasized the urgent need to upgrade domestic testing and certification facilities.</p>

<p>According to the statement, Toya Narayan Gyawali, joint secretary at the Ministry of Commerce, pointed to the massive agricultural imports, exceeding Rs 1 billion each in over two dozen commodities. He highlighted the importance of technological learning in inducing participation in regional and global value chains.</p>

<p>Dr Hari Krishna Uprety, communication and publication chief at Nepal Agricultural Research Council, said land consolidation, currently low, is key to commercialized agriculture.</p>

<p>Inadequate understanding about contract farming is preventing rapid agricultural commercialization, which is critical for achieving import substitution and export expansion, said Sunita Nhemaphuki, an entrepreneur associated with Agri Nepal.</p>

<p>Dr Krishna Prasad Pant, agricultural economist, identified poorly trained extension services workers as a major impediment to dissemination of technologies among farmers.</p>

<p>Speakers also highlighted the role of training and awareness-raising programmes, currently few and far between, in enabling farmers to use agriculture mechanization tools.</p>

<p>Some 20 stakeholders participated in the roundtable discussion.</p>
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			'title' => 'Buddha Air Starts Direct Flights from Nepalgunj to Pokhara ',
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			'summary' => 'January 16: Budha Air Pvt Ltd has said that it started operating direct flights from Pokhara to Nepalgunj and vice-versa from Monday, January 15. ',
			'content' => '<p>January 16: Budha Air Pvt Ltd has said that it started operating direct flights from Pokhara to Nepalgunj and vice-versa from Monday, January 15. According to the company, the flights will help domestic as well as foreign tourists.</p>

<p>The company claims that operation of new flights will help in tourism promotion in the region. Buddha Air has been operating its flights to 13 destinations within the country. Buddha Air also flies to Varanasi of India, said the company in a statement.&nbsp;</p>
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			'title' => 'Shantui Brand Excavators and Bulldozers in Nepali Market',
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			'summary' => 'January 16: Chinese heavy equipment and excavator manufacturer, Shantui has launched its excavators and bulldozers in the Nepali Market. ',
			'content' => '<p>January 16: Chinese heavy equipment and excavator manufacturer, Shantui has launched its excavators and bulldozers in the Nepali Market. The company unveiled Shantui brand excavators and bulldozers amid a function in the capital on Friday, January 12.</p>

<p>United Infra Equipment, a subsidiary of Auto Electro Mech Pvt Ltd, is the authorised distributor of Shantu Brand in Nepal. United Infra Equipment has started the sales of SE 220 excavators and DH 17 bulldozers in Nepal.&nbsp; The company said both of these heavy equipment are efficient in fuel consumption and easy to operate.</p>

<p>Shantui brand&rsquo;s construction equipment are being sold in more than 150 countries, the company said in a statement. The company said it has also opened service centers for the brand in major cities of Nepal.</p>

<p>&nbsp;</p>
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			'title' => 'Mahindra’s Free Mega Service Camp Concludes',
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			'summary' => 'January 16: Balaju Auto Works Pvt Ltd, a part of Agni Group - the sole authorized distributor of Mahindra utility vehicles in Nepal – organised Mahindra Free Mega Service Camp across all its dealer locations in Nepal from January 8 to 12.',
			'content' => '<p>January 16: Balaju Auto Works Pvt Ltd, a part of Agni Group - the sole authorized distributor of Mahindra utility vehicles in Nepal &ndash; organised Mahindra Free Mega Service Camp across all its dealer locations in Nepal from January 8 to 12.</p>

<p>The Mahindra Free Mega Service Camp was a 75 point check-up camp for Mahindra&rsquo;s entire range of four-wheels, reads a statement issued by the company. It provided Mahindra owners the opportunity to ensure that their vehicles were in perfect condition.</p>

<p>During the program, customers were offered 12 percent discount on spare parts, 15 percent discount on lubricants and special discounts on accessories. The service camp also provided customers with a free health check-up which included eye, blood pressure, sugar level and general check-up.</p>
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			'title' => 'Kedia Elected Executive Member of NCC',
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			'summary' => 'January 16: Manoj Kumar Kedia has been elected as an executive member of the Nepal Chamber of Commerce (NCC). ',
			'content' => '<p>January 16: Manoj Kumar Kedia has been elected as an executive member of the Nepal Chamber of Commerce (NCC). Kedia who is the executive director of Kedia Organisation was elected to the post by the NCC&rsquo;s 67<sup>th</sup> annual general meeting held on January 11.</p>

<p>Manoj Kumar Kedia belongs to the fourth generation of Kedia Organisation, which is one of the reputed business houses of Nepal, and is engaged in different businesses including Brij Cement. Beside this, he is also the chairman of Siddhartha Bank and member of Siddhartha Insurance Company.</p>

<p>&nbsp;</p>

<p>&nbsp;</p>
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			'title' => 'Suzuki Celerio Test Ride campaign in full swing',
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			'summary' => 'January 16: CG Motocorp, the authorized distributor of Suzuki four-wheelers in Nepal, has been conducting Celerio Test Ride Campaign at eight Suzuki outlets in the capital.',
			'content' => '<p>January 16: CG Motocorp, the authorized distributor of Suzuki four-wheelers in Nepal, has been conducting Celerio Test Ride Campaign at eight Suzuki outlets in the capital. The test ride campaign has been conducted in Suzuki outlets at Thapthali, Pulchowk, Nayabazaar, Balkumari, Maharajgunj, Kalanki, Boudha and Naxal following the launch of the new model last month.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to the company, in total 582&nbsp;test rides have been conducted so far. The company stated that its customers were delighted with the option of feeling the car first hand before making the final decision to purchase the car.</p>

<p>Celerio was launched last month with the tagline &ldquo;The Perfect Family Car&rdquo; along with the Test Ride Campaign during which the customers were provided with gift hampers as well as Rs 100,000 cash back to one lucky customer.&nbsp;</p>
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			'title' => 'Everest Bank Starts EBL Training Academy',
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			'summary' => 'January 16: Everest Bank Ltd has started ‘EBL Training Academy’ at its head office.',
			'content' => '<p>January 16: Everest Bank Ltd has started &lsquo;EBL Training Academy&rsquo; at its head office. The bank in a statement informed that the academy has been started to enhance the skills of its staff. The opening of the academy was announced during the bank&rsquo;s 23<sup>rd</sup> annual general meeting on January 12.</p>

<p>&nbsp;On the occasion, the bank also launched e-learning mobile app,&rdquo;Saraswati&rdquo;. Likewise, on the same occasion, the bank announced the opening of five new branches across and five extension counters the country.</p>

<p>&nbsp;</p>
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			'title' => 'Sikhar Winter Sale Mela  Offers 70% discount',
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			'summary' => 'January 15:  A large number of people have been visiting stalls at the ongoing Shikhar Winter Sale Mela organised by Shikar Shoes at Bhirkutimandap.',
			'content' => '<p>January 15:&nbsp; A large number of people have been visiting stalls at the ongoing Shikhar Winter Sale Mela organised by Shikar Shoes at Bhirkutimandap. Shikhar Shoes has announced up to 70 percent discount on shoes during the fair, the company said in a statement. According to the company, it has been providing shoes during the fair at factory price.</p>

<p>Two pairs of ladies shoes which cost Rs 500 per pair in the market, are being sold at just Rs 200 in the fair, the company informed. Similarly, school shoes which normally costs Rs 1300 is available at Rs 500 in the stalls.</p>

<p>Likewise, casual shoes which cost Rs 700 in the market are available at Rs 400 while sports shoes which cost between Rs 1500 &ndash; Rs 2500 are priced at Rs 1000 at the fair.</p>

<p>The fair will run till January 20.&nbsp;</p>

<p>&nbsp;</p>

<p>&nbsp;</p>
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			'title' => 'NIC Asia Bank Launches Finance Literacy Campaign',
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			'summary' => 'January 16: NIC Asia Bank has initiated finance literacy campaign in rural areas of Parbat district from Saturday, January 13.',
			'content' => '<p>January 16: NIC Asia Bank has initiated finance literacy campaign in rural areas of Parbat district from Saturday, January 13. The bank&rsquo;s branch at Nayapul, Kaski and Kusma, the district headquarters of Parbat, started the finance literacy classes by reaching out to the households of Modi Rural Municipality.</p>

<p>The bank informed that it organised the programme at Gaad Tara and Gijyan villages of Modi Rural Municipality-6 on the first day of the campaign. The branch manager at Nayapul, Prem Raj Poudyal, said the campaign has been launched after realizing that banking service is not accessible to many people, especially from the rural areas. The bank said the campaign will run for a week.</p>

<p>&nbsp;</p>

<p>&nbsp;</p>
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			'title' => 'Rajesh Hamal the new face of International Cement Pvt Ltd',
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			'summary' => 'January 16: International Cement Pvt Ltd on Sunday appointed actor Rajesh Hamal as its brand ambassador. ',
			'content' => '<p>January 16: International Cement Pvt Ltd&nbsp;on Sunday&nbsp;appointed actor Rajesh Hamal as its brand ambassador. Issuing a statement, the company said that it&rsquo;s Director Bimal Agrawal and Hamal signed the agreement amid a function in the capital.</p>

<p>&ldquo;Hamal will be involved in the promotion campaign and advertising the company&rsquo;s products,&rdquo; reads the statement.</p>

<p>The statement further added that the company has been producing different brands of cement which includes Om, Jyoti and Rudraksha cements.</p>
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			'title' => 'South Asian Festival on Handicrafts concludes  ',
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			'summary' => 'January 15: South Asian Festival on Handicrafts concluded on a high note in Kathmandu on Sunday, exploring possibilities of revival and expansion of Nepal’s handicraft industry.',
			'content' => '<p>January 15: South Asian Festival on Handicrafts concluded on a high note&nbsp;in Kathmandu&nbsp;on Sunday, exploring possibilities of revival and expansion of Nepal&rsquo;s handicraft industry.</p>

<p>The three-day festival organised by Poverty Alleviation Fund (PAF), Nepal was instrumental in identifying opportunities and challenges faced by Nepali as well as South Asian artisans in the global market, reads a press statement issued by PAF Nepal.</p>

<p>Speaking at the closing ceremony of the three-day festival, Industry Minister Sunil Bahadur Thapa said, &ldquo;Not only did this festival bring together artisans, experts and entrepreneurs from South Asia, but it also provided an opportunity for learning and sharing ideas across the region.&rdquo;</p>

<p>Minister Thapa gave away PAF National Journalism Awards 2017 to four journalists representing four different media outlets.</p>

<p>Mahesh Kumar Das of Nagarik Daily (Nepali media), Prakash Singh of The Himalayan Times (English media), Tika Subedi of Janata Patra (local media) and Laxmi Basnet of Community Radio (electronic media) received the PAF awards.</p>

<p>Chief guest Thapa handed over cheques of Rs 40,000 to each of the winners.</p>

<p>&nbsp;Besides showcasing a wide range of exquisite handicrafts branded as&nbsp;<em>Nepal Ko</em>, the event also highlighted the need for collective efforts to promote traditional craftsmanship that faces a threat of extinction from machines.</p>

<p>Earlier in the day, speaking during a plenary discussion, Asian Heritage Foundation India&rsquo;s Chairperson Rajiv Sethi said,&nbsp;&ldquo;Machines can easily wipe you out. They do what you can do in a cost- effective way.&rdquo;</p>

<p>He added that if consumers do not give due recognition to handicraft products and press for preserving their unique identity, nothing can stop machines from taking over the ancient craftsmanship.</p>

<p>Other notable guests at the festival including social entrepreneur Anil Chitrakar, Indus Heritage Trust Pakistan&rsquo;s Chairperson Siddiqa Malik, Asian Heritage Foundation India&rsquo;s Ankush Seth urged the concerned stakeholders to protect the rich cultural heritage that the South Asian region has in common.</p>

<p>&ldquo;Culture can do what politics can&rsquo;t. We stand to lose a lot if we underestimate culture,&rdquo; Sethi said.</p>

<p>YB Thapa, vice chairman of PAF stressed the need of translating commitment into action for uplifting the handicraft sector.</p>

<p>He also pointed out the need of collective strategy in South Asia for the handicraft business to survive in the overseas market.</p>

<p>More than 100 Nepali artisans from rural, excluded and conflict-affected communities showcased and sold their products in the festival. Arts and crafts from India and Pakistan were also up for sale during the festival.</p>

<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;The festival was held to showcase handicrafts under the Making Market Works for the Conflict Affected Project of PAF Nepal, which was supported by Japan Social Development Fund (JSDF) and managed by the World Bank. The project is being implemented in seven districts in Nepal</p>
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			'title' => 'Young Entrepreneurs Summit this Saturday  ',
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			'summary' => 'January 16: Nepalese Young Entrepreneurs’ Forum (NYEF) is organising Young Entrepreneurs Summit  -Women (YESW) on Saturday, January 20.',
			'content' => '<p>January 16: Nepalese Young Entrepreneurs&rsquo; Forum (NYEF) is organising Young Entrepreneurs Summit &nbsp;-Women (YESW) on Saturday, January 20. The day-long event will include inspirational story sharing from young lady entrepreneurs, workshop on personal development and strategies for entrepreneurs, session on legal aspects in entrepreneurship and networking session.</p>

<p>The organisers are expecting around 150 participants in the programme, which will be held at Hotel Radisson.&nbsp; The fourth edition of YESW with the theme &lsquo;Connect, Collaborate, Create&rsquo; has been supported by Laxmi Bank.</p>

<p>&ldquo;YESW is a platform which will help the participants grow professionally and personally. It is also a platform for the speakers to be visible as tremendous contributors to the economy and their community,&rdquo; shared Juna&nbsp; Mathema, chairperson of YESW during a press meet organised in the capital on Tueday, January 16.</p>

<p>According to her, the key take away from the summit will be that the participants will feel charged with ideas to explore in business. The event aims to inspire entrepreneurs, startups, students and the people who are passionate to start something by their own and are searching for a helping hand.&nbsp;</p>
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			'title' => 'KTM Mobile Announces Discount till January 29',
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			'summary' => 'January 16: KTM Mobile Center, a mobile exchange house at Tamrakar Complex in New Road, has revamped its showroom.',
			'content' => '<p>January 16: KTM Mobile Center, a mobile exchange house at Tamrakar Complex in New Road, has revamped its showroom. Deepak Malhotra, the president of Mobile Importer Association of Nepal and the chairman of IMS Group, inaugurated the new showroom on Monday, January 15.</p>

<p>The company said that different models of different brands are available at the showroom. During the inauguration ceremony, the company provided warranty and other services along with gifts hampers on purchase of mobile phones. Likewise, the company has announced a grand mobile exchange fair till January 29, during which it offers 5-45 percent discount on purchase of each mobile. It has also announced to provide discount up to 10 percent for repair, the company said in a statement.</p>

<p>Malhora urged the concerned bodies to implement Mobile Point of Sale (MPOS) system in the coming days to end the unhealthy competition seen in the current mobile market.</p>

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			'title' => 'Number of tourists up',
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			'summary' => 'January 16: Although the government did not succeed in meeting its target of welcoming one million tourists in Nepal every year, the number of visitors was quite encouraging last year. ',
			'content' => '<p>January 16: Although the government did not succeed in meeting its target of welcoming one million tourists in Nepal every year, the number of visitors was quite encouraging last year. According to government data, 940,218 tourists visited Nepal last year. The number of tourists visiting Nepal in 2017 is more than the number of tourists visiting the country the previous year by 211,668. In 2016, the number of tourists who visited Nepal was 728,550.</p>

<p>The government had declared 2011 as tourism year and set a target of welcoming one million tourists each year. Although it has already been six years since the announcement, the government has not achieved its target so far.</p>

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<p>Besides political turmoil which the country has been going through, lack of infrastructure has been the major hindrance in attracting more tourists, according to the president of Hotel Association of Nepal, Amar Man Shakya.</p>

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			'title' => 'Khalti App Crosses 50,000 Downloads Mark',
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			'summary' => 'January 16: Within one year of its launch, Khalti Digital Wallet app - an Android application which is very much handy in making electronic payment – has crossed the mark of 50,000 downloads.',
			'content' => '<p>January 16: Within one year of its launch, Khalti Digital Wallet app - an Android application which is very much handy in making electronic payment &ndash; has crossed the mark of 50,000 downloads.</p>

<p>Issuing a press statement, the developers said that the app hit the milestone in the second week of January, two weeks before its first anniversary. Khalti Digital Wallet was introduced in the Nepali market on January 26, 2017.</p>

<p>In this short span of one year, Khalti has emerged as one of the most preferred mobile payment solutions in Nepal, allowing users to pay for mobile balance topup, pay electricity/water bills, DTH and internet bills, movie tickets, airline ticketing and more, according to the statement.</p>

<p>Elated by the achievement, Manish Modi, managing director of Khalti Digital Wallet said, &quot;We are overwhelmed with the 50 thousand downloads mark, and such a wonderful support from our users. Reaching this milestone is a testimony to the efforts of the incredible team at Khalti. This achievement will offer us a strong boost as we work towards cashless revolution of Nepal. More than the number of downloads, we are proud to be contributing the fintech industry of Nepal, making mobile payment easier, and increase access to finance.&rdquo;</p>

<p>Khalti Digital Wallet said it was declared the winner of GBG Storytelling Contest, a global startup competition, on October 12 last year.</p>

<p>At a time when cashless transactions are on the rise across the globe, Nepal is also moving in the same direction, the developers claimed.</p>

<p>Similar to Android app users, Khalti said it is also getting a wonderful response from iPhone app users and web users.</p>
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			'title' => ''Technology Key to Reining in Agricultural Imports'',
			'sub_title' => 'Government-supported training programmes largely exclude farmers: Dr Prabhu Budhathoki',
			'summary' => 'January 16:  Surging imports of agricultural commodities indicate a tremendous potential for Nepal to expand agricultural production, said policymakers, agri-business entrepreneurs and agriculture sector experts in a recent roundtable discussion organised in the capital.',
			'content' => '<p>January 16: &nbsp;Surging imports of agricultural commodities indicate a tremendous potential for Nepal to expand agricultural production, said policymakers, agri-business entrepreneurs and agriculture sector experts in a recent roundtable discussion organised in the capital.</p>

<p>Speaking at the discussion on &ldquo;Enabling Environment for Agricultural Technology Innovation and Adoption: Policy, Legislation and Practice,&rdquo; stakeholders called for a revamp of critical interventions for the deployment of productivity-enhancing technologies.</p>

<p>The event was organized by South Asia Watch on Trade, Economics and Environment (SAWTEE) and Winrock International on January 12.</p>

<p>Dr Prabhu Budhathoki, a member of the National Planning Commission, said policy interventions aimed at improving the uptake of technology appear to be driven more by the interest of bureaucrats rather than farmers&rsquo; needs, reads a press statement issued by SAWTEE. While participatory methods are much more productive, government-supported training programmes largely exclude farmers, he added.</p>

<p>Neelu Thapa, programme coordinator of SAWTEE, argued that a credible mapping of existing agricultural value chains is crucial for farmers&rsquo; access to credit. Stating that Nepal&rsquo;s agricultural exports are being hindered by safety standards and requirements in key markets, she emphasized the urgent need to upgrade domestic testing and certification facilities.</p>

<p>According to the statement, Toya Narayan Gyawali, joint secretary at the Ministry of Commerce, pointed to the massive agricultural imports, exceeding Rs 1 billion each in over two dozen commodities. He highlighted the importance of technological learning in inducing participation in regional and global value chains.</p>

<p>Dr Hari Krishna Uprety, communication and publication chief at Nepal Agricultural Research Council, said land consolidation, currently low, is key to commercialized agriculture.</p>

<p>Inadequate understanding about contract farming is preventing rapid agricultural commercialization, which is critical for achieving import substitution and export expansion, said Sunita Nhemaphuki, an entrepreneur associated with Agri Nepal.</p>

<p>Dr Krishna Prasad Pant, agricultural economist, identified poorly trained extension services workers as a major impediment to dissemination of technologies among farmers.</p>

<p>Speakers also highlighted the role of training and awareness-raising programmes, currently few and far between, in enabling farmers to use agriculture mechanization tools.</p>

<p>Some 20 stakeholders participated in the roundtable discussion.</p>
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			'title' => 'Buddha Air Starts Direct Flights from Nepalgunj to Pokhara ',
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			'summary' => 'January 16: Budha Air Pvt Ltd has said that it started operating direct flights from Pokhara to Nepalgunj and vice-versa from Monday, January 15. ',
			'content' => '<p>January 16: Budha Air Pvt Ltd has said that it started operating direct flights from Pokhara to Nepalgunj and vice-versa from Monday, January 15. According to the company, the flights will help domestic as well as foreign tourists.</p>

<p>The company claims that operation of new flights will help in tourism promotion in the region. Buddha Air has been operating its flights to 13 destinations within the country. Buddha Air also flies to Varanasi of India, said the company in a statement.&nbsp;</p>
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			'title' => 'Shantui Brand Excavators and Bulldozers in Nepali Market',
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			'summary' => 'January 16: Chinese heavy equipment and excavator manufacturer, Shantui has launched its excavators and bulldozers in the Nepali Market. ',
			'content' => '<p>January 16: Chinese heavy equipment and excavator manufacturer, Shantui has launched its excavators and bulldozers in the Nepali Market. The company unveiled Shantui brand excavators and bulldozers amid a function in the capital on Friday, January 12.</p>

<p>United Infra Equipment, a subsidiary of Auto Electro Mech Pvt Ltd, is the authorised distributor of Shantu Brand in Nepal. United Infra Equipment has started the sales of SE 220 excavators and DH 17 bulldozers in Nepal.&nbsp; The company said both of these heavy equipment are efficient in fuel consumption and easy to operate.</p>

<p>Shantui brand&rsquo;s construction equipment are being sold in more than 150 countries, the company said in a statement. The company said it has also opened service centers for the brand in major cities of Nepal.</p>

<p>&nbsp;</p>
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			'title' => 'Mahindra’s Free Mega Service Camp Concludes',
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			'summary' => 'January 16: Balaju Auto Works Pvt Ltd, a part of Agni Group - the sole authorized distributor of Mahindra utility vehicles in Nepal – organised Mahindra Free Mega Service Camp across all its dealer locations in Nepal from January 8 to 12.',
			'content' => '<p>January 16: Balaju Auto Works Pvt Ltd, a part of Agni Group - the sole authorized distributor of Mahindra utility vehicles in Nepal &ndash; organised Mahindra Free Mega Service Camp across all its dealer locations in Nepal from January 8 to 12.</p>

<p>The Mahindra Free Mega Service Camp was a 75 point check-up camp for Mahindra&rsquo;s entire range of four-wheels, reads a statement issued by the company. It provided Mahindra owners the opportunity to ensure that their vehicles were in perfect condition.</p>

<p>During the program, customers were offered 12 percent discount on spare parts, 15 percent discount on lubricants and special discounts on accessories. The service camp also provided customers with a free health check-up which included eye, blood pressure, sugar level and general check-up.</p>
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			'summary' => 'January 16: Manoj Kumar Kedia has been elected as an executive member of the Nepal Chamber of Commerce (NCC). ',
			'content' => '<p>January 16: Manoj Kumar Kedia has been elected as an executive member of the Nepal Chamber of Commerce (NCC). Kedia who is the executive director of Kedia Organisation was elected to the post by the NCC&rsquo;s 67<sup>th</sup> annual general meeting held on January 11.</p>

<p>Manoj Kumar Kedia belongs to the fourth generation of Kedia Organisation, which is one of the reputed business houses of Nepal, and is engaged in different businesses including Brij Cement. Beside this, he is also the chairman of Siddhartha Bank and member of Siddhartha Insurance Company.</p>

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			'summary' => 'January 16: CG Motocorp, the authorized distributor of Suzuki four-wheelers in Nepal, has been conducting Celerio Test Ride Campaign at eight Suzuki outlets in the capital.',
			'content' => '<p>January 16: CG Motocorp, the authorized distributor of Suzuki four-wheelers in Nepal, has been conducting Celerio Test Ride Campaign at eight Suzuki outlets in the capital. The test ride campaign has been conducted in Suzuki outlets at Thapthali, Pulchowk, Nayabazaar, Balkumari, Maharajgunj, Kalanki, Boudha and Naxal following the launch of the new model last month.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to the company, in total 582&nbsp;test rides have been conducted so far. The company stated that its customers were delighted with the option of feeling the car first hand before making the final decision to purchase the car.</p>

<p>Celerio was launched last month with the tagline &ldquo;The Perfect Family Car&rdquo; along with the Test Ride Campaign during which the customers were provided with gift hampers as well as Rs 100,000 cash back to one lucky customer.&nbsp;</p>
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			'title' => 'Everest Bank Starts EBL Training Academy',
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			'summary' => 'January 16: Everest Bank Ltd has started ‘EBL Training Academy’ at its head office.',
			'content' => '<p>January 16: Everest Bank Ltd has started &lsquo;EBL Training Academy&rsquo; at its head office. The bank in a statement informed that the academy has been started to enhance the skills of its staff. The opening of the academy was announced during the bank&rsquo;s 23<sup>rd</sup> annual general meeting on January 12.</p>

<p>&nbsp;On the occasion, the bank also launched e-learning mobile app,&rdquo;Saraswati&rdquo;. Likewise, on the same occasion, the bank announced the opening of five new branches across and five extension counters the country.</p>

<p>&nbsp;</p>
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			'title' => 'Sikhar Winter Sale Mela  Offers 70% discount',
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			'summary' => 'January 15:  A large number of people have been visiting stalls at the ongoing Shikhar Winter Sale Mela organised by Shikar Shoes at Bhirkutimandap.',
			'content' => '<p>January 15:&nbsp; A large number of people have been visiting stalls at the ongoing Shikhar Winter Sale Mela organised by Shikar Shoes at Bhirkutimandap. Shikhar Shoes has announced up to 70 percent discount on shoes during the fair, the company said in a statement. According to the company, it has been providing shoes during the fair at factory price.</p>

<p>Two pairs of ladies shoes which cost Rs 500 per pair in the market, are being sold at just Rs 200 in the fair, the company informed. Similarly, school shoes which normally costs Rs 1300 is available at Rs 500 in the stalls.</p>

<p>Likewise, casual shoes which cost Rs 700 in the market are available at Rs 400 while sports shoes which cost between Rs 1500 &ndash; Rs 2500 are priced at Rs 1000 at the fair.</p>

<p>The fair will run till January 20.&nbsp;</p>

<p>&nbsp;</p>

<p>&nbsp;</p>
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			'title' => 'NIC Asia Bank Launches Finance Literacy Campaign',
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			'summary' => 'January 16: NIC Asia Bank has initiated finance literacy campaign in rural areas of Parbat district from Saturday, January 13.',
			'content' => '<p>January 16: NIC Asia Bank has initiated finance literacy campaign in rural areas of Parbat district from Saturday, January 13. The bank&rsquo;s branch at Nayapul, Kaski and Kusma, the district headquarters of Parbat, started the finance literacy classes by reaching out to the households of Modi Rural Municipality.</p>

<p>The bank informed that it organised the programme at Gaad Tara and Gijyan villages of Modi Rural Municipality-6 on the first day of the campaign. The branch manager at Nayapul, Prem Raj Poudyal, said the campaign has been launched after realizing that banking service is not accessible to many people, especially from the rural areas. The bank said the campaign will run for a week.</p>

<p>&nbsp;</p>

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			'title' => 'Rajesh Hamal the new face of International Cement Pvt Ltd',
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			'summary' => 'January 16: International Cement Pvt Ltd on Sunday appointed actor Rajesh Hamal as its brand ambassador. ',
			'content' => '<p>January 16: International Cement Pvt Ltd&nbsp;on Sunday&nbsp;appointed actor Rajesh Hamal as its brand ambassador. Issuing a statement, the company said that it&rsquo;s Director Bimal Agrawal and Hamal signed the agreement amid a function in the capital.</p>

<p>&ldquo;Hamal will be involved in the promotion campaign and advertising the company&rsquo;s products,&rdquo; reads the statement.</p>

<p>The statement further added that the company has been producing different brands of cement which includes Om, Jyoti and Rudraksha cements.</p>
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			'title' => 'South Asian Festival on Handicrafts concludes  ',
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			'summary' => 'January 15: South Asian Festival on Handicrafts concluded on a high note in Kathmandu on Sunday, exploring possibilities of revival and expansion of Nepal’s handicraft industry.',
			'content' => '<p>January 15: South Asian Festival on Handicrafts concluded on a high note&nbsp;in Kathmandu&nbsp;on Sunday, exploring possibilities of revival and expansion of Nepal&rsquo;s handicraft industry.</p>

<p>The three-day festival organised by Poverty Alleviation Fund (PAF), Nepal was instrumental in identifying opportunities and challenges faced by Nepali as well as South Asian artisans in the global market, reads a press statement issued by PAF Nepal.</p>

<p>Speaking at the closing ceremony of the three-day festival, Industry Minister Sunil Bahadur Thapa said, &ldquo;Not only did this festival bring together artisans, experts and entrepreneurs from South Asia, but it also provided an opportunity for learning and sharing ideas across the region.&rdquo;</p>

<p>Minister Thapa gave away PAF National Journalism Awards 2017 to four journalists representing four different media outlets.</p>

<p>Mahesh Kumar Das of Nagarik Daily (Nepali media), Prakash Singh of The Himalayan Times (English media), Tika Subedi of Janata Patra (local media) and Laxmi Basnet of Community Radio (electronic media) received the PAF awards.</p>

<p>Chief guest Thapa handed over cheques of Rs 40,000 to each of the winners.</p>

<p>&nbsp;Besides showcasing a wide range of exquisite handicrafts branded as&nbsp;<em>Nepal Ko</em>, the event also highlighted the need for collective efforts to promote traditional craftsmanship that faces a threat of extinction from machines.</p>

<p>Earlier in the day, speaking during a plenary discussion, Asian Heritage Foundation India&rsquo;s Chairperson Rajiv Sethi said,&nbsp;&ldquo;Machines can easily wipe you out. They do what you can do in a cost- effective way.&rdquo;</p>

<p>He added that if consumers do not give due recognition to handicraft products and press for preserving their unique identity, nothing can stop machines from taking over the ancient craftsmanship.</p>

<p>Other notable guests at the festival including social entrepreneur Anil Chitrakar, Indus Heritage Trust Pakistan&rsquo;s Chairperson Siddiqa Malik, Asian Heritage Foundation India&rsquo;s Ankush Seth urged the concerned stakeholders to protect the rich cultural heritage that the South Asian region has in common.</p>

<p>&ldquo;Culture can do what politics can&rsquo;t. We stand to lose a lot if we underestimate culture,&rdquo; Sethi said.</p>

<p>YB Thapa, vice chairman of PAF stressed the need of translating commitment into action for uplifting the handicraft sector.</p>

<p>He also pointed out the need of collective strategy in South Asia for the handicraft business to survive in the overseas market.</p>

<p>More than 100 Nepali artisans from rural, excluded and conflict-affected communities showcased and sold their products in the festival. Arts and crafts from India and Pakistan were also up for sale during the festival.</p>

<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;The festival was held to showcase handicrafts under the Making Market Works for the Conflict Affected Project of PAF Nepal, which was supported by Japan Social Development Fund (JSDF) and managed by the World Bank. The project is being implemented in seven districts in Nepal</p>
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			'title' => 'Young Entrepreneurs Summit this Saturday  ',
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			'summary' => 'January 16: Nepalese Young Entrepreneurs’ Forum (NYEF) is organising Young Entrepreneurs Summit  -Women (YESW) on Saturday, January 20.',
			'content' => '<p>January 16: Nepalese Young Entrepreneurs&rsquo; Forum (NYEF) is organising Young Entrepreneurs Summit &nbsp;-Women (YESW) on Saturday, January 20. The day-long event will include inspirational story sharing from young lady entrepreneurs, workshop on personal development and strategies for entrepreneurs, session on legal aspects in entrepreneurship and networking session.</p>

<p>The organisers are expecting around 150 participants in the programme, which will be held at Hotel Radisson.&nbsp; The fourth edition of YESW with the theme &lsquo;Connect, Collaborate, Create&rsquo; has been supported by Laxmi Bank.</p>

<p>&ldquo;YESW is a platform which will help the participants grow professionally and personally. It is also a platform for the speakers to be visible as tremendous contributors to the economy and their community,&rdquo; shared Juna&nbsp; Mathema, chairperson of YESW during a press meet organised in the capital on Tueday, January 16.</p>

<p>According to her, the key take away from the summit will be that the participants will feel charged with ideas to explore in business. The event aims to inspire entrepreneurs, startups, students and the people who are passionate to start something by their own and are searching for a helping hand.&nbsp;</p>
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			'title' => 'KTM Mobile Announces Discount till January 29',
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			'summary' => 'January 16: KTM Mobile Center, a mobile exchange house at Tamrakar Complex in New Road, has revamped its showroom.',
			'content' => '<p>January 16: KTM Mobile Center, a mobile exchange house at Tamrakar Complex in New Road, has revamped its showroom. Deepak Malhotra, the president of Mobile Importer Association of Nepal and the chairman of IMS Group, inaugurated the new showroom on Monday, January 15.</p>

<p>The company said that different models of different brands are available at the showroom. During the inauguration ceremony, the company provided warranty and other services along with gifts hampers on purchase of mobile phones. Likewise, the company has announced a grand mobile exchange fair till January 29, during which it offers 5-45 percent discount on purchase of each mobile. It has also announced to provide discount up to 10 percent for repair, the company said in a statement.</p>

<p>Malhora urged the concerned bodies to implement Mobile Point of Sale (MPOS) system in the coming days to end the unhealthy competition seen in the current mobile market.</p>

<p>&nbsp;</p>
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			'summary' => 'January 16: Although the government did not succeed in meeting its target of welcoming one million tourists in Nepal every year, the number of visitors was quite encouraging last year. ',
			'content' => '<p>January 16: Although the government did not succeed in meeting its target of welcoming one million tourists in Nepal every year, the number of visitors was quite encouraging last year. According to government data, 940,218 tourists visited Nepal last year. The number of tourists visiting Nepal in 2017 is more than the number of tourists visiting the country the previous year by 211,668. In 2016, the number of tourists who visited Nepal was 728,550.</p>

<p>The government had declared 2011 as tourism year and set a target of welcoming one million tourists each year. Although it has already been six years since the announcement, the government has not achieved its target so far.</p>

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<p>Besides political turmoil which the country has been going through, lack of infrastructure has been the major hindrance in attracting more tourists, according to the president of Hotel Association of Nepal, Amar Man Shakya.</p>

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			'title' => 'Khalti App Crosses 50,000 Downloads Mark',
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			'summary' => 'January 16: Within one year of its launch, Khalti Digital Wallet app - an Android application which is very much handy in making electronic payment – has crossed the mark of 50,000 downloads.',
			'content' => '<p>January 16: Within one year of its launch, Khalti Digital Wallet app - an Android application which is very much handy in making electronic payment &ndash; has crossed the mark of 50,000 downloads.</p>

<p>Issuing a press statement, the developers said that the app hit the milestone in the second week of January, two weeks before its first anniversary. Khalti Digital Wallet was introduced in the Nepali market on January 26, 2017.</p>

<p>In this short span of one year, Khalti has emerged as one of the most preferred mobile payment solutions in Nepal, allowing users to pay for mobile balance topup, pay electricity/water bills, DTH and internet bills, movie tickets, airline ticketing and more, according to the statement.</p>

<p>Elated by the achievement, Manish Modi, managing director of Khalti Digital Wallet said, &quot;We are overwhelmed with the 50 thousand downloads mark, and such a wonderful support from our users. Reaching this milestone is a testimony to the efforts of the incredible team at Khalti. This achievement will offer us a strong boost as we work towards cashless revolution of Nepal. More than the number of downloads, we are proud to be contributing the fintech industry of Nepal, making mobile payment easier, and increase access to finance.&rdquo;</p>

<p>Khalti Digital Wallet said it was declared the winner of GBG Storytelling Contest, a global startup competition, on October 12 last year.</p>

<p>At a time when cashless transactions are on the rise across the globe, Nepal is also moving in the same direction, the developers claimed.</p>

<p>Similar to Android app users, Khalti said it is also getting a wonderful response from iPhone app users and web users.</p>
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			'title' => ''Technology Key to Reining in Agricultural Imports'',
			'sub_title' => 'Government-supported training programmes largely exclude farmers: Dr Prabhu Budhathoki',
			'summary' => 'January 16:  Surging imports of agricultural commodities indicate a tremendous potential for Nepal to expand agricultural production, said policymakers, agri-business entrepreneurs and agriculture sector experts in a recent roundtable discussion organised in the capital.',
			'content' => '<p>January 16: &nbsp;Surging imports of agricultural commodities indicate a tremendous potential for Nepal to expand agricultural production, said policymakers, agri-business entrepreneurs and agriculture sector experts in a recent roundtable discussion organised in the capital.</p>

<p>Speaking at the discussion on &ldquo;Enabling Environment for Agricultural Technology Innovation and Adoption: Policy, Legislation and Practice,&rdquo; stakeholders called for a revamp of critical interventions for the deployment of productivity-enhancing technologies.</p>

<p>The event was organized by South Asia Watch on Trade, Economics and Environment (SAWTEE) and Winrock International on January 12.</p>

<p>Dr Prabhu Budhathoki, a member of the National Planning Commission, said policy interventions aimed at improving the uptake of technology appear to be driven more by the interest of bureaucrats rather than farmers&rsquo; needs, reads a press statement issued by SAWTEE. While participatory methods are much more productive, government-supported training programmes largely exclude farmers, he added.</p>

<p>Neelu Thapa, programme coordinator of SAWTEE, argued that a credible mapping of existing agricultural value chains is crucial for farmers&rsquo; access to credit. Stating that Nepal&rsquo;s agricultural exports are being hindered by safety standards and requirements in key markets, she emphasized the urgent need to upgrade domestic testing and certification facilities.</p>

<p>According to the statement, Toya Narayan Gyawali, joint secretary at the Ministry of Commerce, pointed to the massive agricultural imports, exceeding Rs 1 billion each in over two dozen commodities. He highlighted the importance of technological learning in inducing participation in regional and global value chains.</p>

<p>Dr Hari Krishna Uprety, communication and publication chief at Nepal Agricultural Research Council, said land consolidation, currently low, is key to commercialized agriculture.</p>

<p>Inadequate understanding about contract farming is preventing rapid agricultural commercialization, which is critical for achieving import substitution and export expansion, said Sunita Nhemaphuki, an entrepreneur associated with Agri Nepal.</p>

<p>Dr Krishna Prasad Pant, agricultural economist, identified poorly trained extension services workers as a major impediment to dissemination of technologies among farmers.</p>

<p>Speakers also highlighted the role of training and awareness-raising programmes, currently few and far between, in enabling farmers to use agriculture mechanization tools.</p>

<p>Some 20 stakeholders participated in the roundtable discussion.</p>
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			'content' => '<p>January 16: Budha Air Pvt Ltd has said that it started operating direct flights from Pokhara to Nepalgunj and vice-versa from Monday, January 15. According to the company, the flights will help domestic as well as foreign tourists.</p>

<p>The company claims that operation of new flights will help in tourism promotion in the region. Buddha Air has been operating its flights to 13 destinations within the country. Buddha Air also flies to Varanasi of India, said the company in a statement.&nbsp;</p>
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			'title' => 'Shantui Brand Excavators and Bulldozers in Nepali Market',
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			'summary' => 'January 16: Chinese heavy equipment and excavator manufacturer, Shantui has launched its excavators and bulldozers in the Nepali Market. ',
			'content' => '<p>January 16: Chinese heavy equipment and excavator manufacturer, Shantui has launched its excavators and bulldozers in the Nepali Market. The company unveiled Shantui brand excavators and bulldozers amid a function in the capital on Friday, January 12.</p>

<p>United Infra Equipment, a subsidiary of Auto Electro Mech Pvt Ltd, is the authorised distributor of Shantu Brand in Nepal. United Infra Equipment has started the sales of SE 220 excavators and DH 17 bulldozers in Nepal.&nbsp; The company said both of these heavy equipment are efficient in fuel consumption and easy to operate.</p>

<p>Shantui brand&rsquo;s construction equipment are being sold in more than 150 countries, the company said in a statement. The company said it has also opened service centers for the brand in major cities of Nepal.</p>

<p>&nbsp;</p>
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			'title' => 'Mahindra’s Free Mega Service Camp Concludes',
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			'summary' => 'January 16: Balaju Auto Works Pvt Ltd, a part of Agni Group - the sole authorized distributor of Mahindra utility vehicles in Nepal – organised Mahindra Free Mega Service Camp across all its dealer locations in Nepal from January 8 to 12.',
			'content' => '<p>January 16: Balaju Auto Works Pvt Ltd, a part of Agni Group - the sole authorized distributor of Mahindra utility vehicles in Nepal &ndash; organised Mahindra Free Mega Service Camp across all its dealer locations in Nepal from January 8 to 12.</p>

<p>The Mahindra Free Mega Service Camp was a 75 point check-up camp for Mahindra&rsquo;s entire range of four-wheels, reads a statement issued by the company. It provided Mahindra owners the opportunity to ensure that their vehicles were in perfect condition.</p>

<p>During the program, customers were offered 12 percent discount on spare parts, 15 percent discount on lubricants and special discounts on accessories. The service camp also provided customers with a free health check-up which included eye, blood pressure, sugar level and general check-up.</p>
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			'title' => 'Kedia Elected Executive Member of NCC',
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			'summary' => 'January 16: Manoj Kumar Kedia has been elected as an executive member of the Nepal Chamber of Commerce (NCC). ',
			'content' => '<p>January 16: Manoj Kumar Kedia has been elected as an executive member of the Nepal Chamber of Commerce (NCC). Kedia who is the executive director of Kedia Organisation was elected to the post by the NCC&rsquo;s 67<sup>th</sup> annual general meeting held on January 11.</p>

<p>Manoj Kumar Kedia belongs to the fourth generation of Kedia Organisation, which is one of the reputed business houses of Nepal, and is engaged in different businesses including Brij Cement. Beside this, he is also the chairman of Siddhartha Bank and member of Siddhartha Insurance Company.</p>

<p>&nbsp;</p>

<p>&nbsp;</p>
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			'title' => 'Suzuki Celerio Test Ride campaign in full swing',
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			'summary' => 'January 16: CG Motocorp, the authorized distributor of Suzuki four-wheelers in Nepal, has been conducting Celerio Test Ride Campaign at eight Suzuki outlets in the capital.',
			'content' => '<p>January 16: CG Motocorp, the authorized distributor of Suzuki four-wheelers in Nepal, has been conducting Celerio Test Ride Campaign at eight Suzuki outlets in the capital. The test ride campaign has been conducted in Suzuki outlets at Thapthali, Pulchowk, Nayabazaar, Balkumari, Maharajgunj, Kalanki, Boudha and Naxal following the launch of the new model last month.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to the company, in total 582&nbsp;test rides have been conducted so far. The company stated that its customers were delighted with the option of feeling the car first hand before making the final decision to purchase the car.</p>

<p>Celerio was launched last month with the tagline &ldquo;The Perfect Family Car&rdquo; along with the Test Ride Campaign during which the customers were provided with gift hampers as well as Rs 100,000 cash back to one lucky customer.&nbsp;</p>
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			'title' => 'Everest Bank Starts EBL Training Academy',
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			'summary' => 'January 16: Everest Bank Ltd has started ‘EBL Training Academy’ at its head office.',
			'content' => '<p>January 16: Everest Bank Ltd has started &lsquo;EBL Training Academy&rsquo; at its head office. The bank in a statement informed that the academy has been started to enhance the skills of its staff. The opening of the academy was announced during the bank&rsquo;s 23<sup>rd</sup> annual general meeting on January 12.</p>

<p>&nbsp;On the occasion, the bank also launched e-learning mobile app,&rdquo;Saraswati&rdquo;. Likewise, on the same occasion, the bank announced the opening of five new branches across and five extension counters the country.</p>

<p>&nbsp;</p>
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			'title' => 'Sikhar Winter Sale Mela  Offers 70% discount',
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			'summary' => 'January 15:  A large number of people have been visiting stalls at the ongoing Shikhar Winter Sale Mela organised by Shikar Shoes at Bhirkutimandap.',
			'content' => '<p>January 15:&nbsp; A large number of people have been visiting stalls at the ongoing Shikhar Winter Sale Mela organised by Shikar Shoes at Bhirkutimandap. Shikhar Shoes has announced up to 70 percent discount on shoes during the fair, the company said in a statement. According to the company, it has been providing shoes during the fair at factory price.</p>

<p>Two pairs of ladies shoes which cost Rs 500 per pair in the market, are being sold at just Rs 200 in the fair, the company informed. Similarly, school shoes which normally costs Rs 1300 is available at Rs 500 in the stalls.</p>

<p>Likewise, casual shoes which cost Rs 700 in the market are available at Rs 400 while sports shoes which cost between Rs 1500 &ndash; Rs 2500 are priced at Rs 1000 at the fair.</p>

<p>The fair will run till January 20.&nbsp;</p>

<p>&nbsp;</p>

<p>&nbsp;</p>
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			'title' => 'NIC Asia Bank Launches Finance Literacy Campaign',
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			'summary' => 'January 16: NIC Asia Bank has initiated finance literacy campaign in rural areas of Parbat district from Saturday, January 13.',
			'content' => '<p>January 16: NIC Asia Bank has initiated finance literacy campaign in rural areas of Parbat district from Saturday, January 13. The bank&rsquo;s branch at Nayapul, Kaski and Kusma, the district headquarters of Parbat, started the finance literacy classes by reaching out to the households of Modi Rural Municipality.</p>

<p>The bank informed that it organised the programme at Gaad Tara and Gijyan villages of Modi Rural Municipality-6 on the first day of the campaign. The branch manager at Nayapul, Prem Raj Poudyal, said the campaign has been launched after realizing that banking service is not accessible to many people, especially from the rural areas. The bank said the campaign will run for a week.</p>

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			'title' => 'Rajesh Hamal the new face of International Cement Pvt Ltd',
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			'summary' => 'January 16: International Cement Pvt Ltd on Sunday appointed actor Rajesh Hamal as its brand ambassador. ',
			'content' => '<p>January 16: International Cement Pvt Ltd&nbsp;on Sunday&nbsp;appointed actor Rajesh Hamal as its brand ambassador. Issuing a statement, the company said that it&rsquo;s Director Bimal Agrawal and Hamal signed the agreement amid a function in the capital.</p>

<p>&ldquo;Hamal will be involved in the promotion campaign and advertising the company&rsquo;s products,&rdquo; reads the statement.</p>

<p>The statement further added that the company has been producing different brands of cement which includes Om, Jyoti and Rudraksha cements.</p>
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			'title' => 'South Asian Festival on Handicrafts concludes  ',
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			'summary' => 'January 15: South Asian Festival on Handicrafts concluded on a high note in Kathmandu on Sunday, exploring possibilities of revival and expansion of Nepal’s handicraft industry.',
			'content' => '<p>January 15: South Asian Festival on Handicrafts concluded on a high note&nbsp;in Kathmandu&nbsp;on Sunday, exploring possibilities of revival and expansion of Nepal&rsquo;s handicraft industry.</p>

<p>The three-day festival organised by Poverty Alleviation Fund (PAF), Nepal was instrumental in identifying opportunities and challenges faced by Nepali as well as South Asian artisans in the global market, reads a press statement issued by PAF Nepal.</p>

<p>Speaking at the closing ceremony of the three-day festival, Industry Minister Sunil Bahadur Thapa said, &ldquo;Not only did this festival bring together artisans, experts and entrepreneurs from South Asia, but it also provided an opportunity for learning and sharing ideas across the region.&rdquo;</p>

<p>Minister Thapa gave away PAF National Journalism Awards 2017 to four journalists representing four different media outlets.</p>

<p>Mahesh Kumar Das of Nagarik Daily (Nepali media), Prakash Singh of The Himalayan Times (English media), Tika Subedi of Janata Patra (local media) and Laxmi Basnet of Community Radio (electronic media) received the PAF awards.</p>

<p>Chief guest Thapa handed over cheques of Rs 40,000 to each of the winners.</p>

<p>&nbsp;Besides showcasing a wide range of exquisite handicrafts branded as&nbsp;<em>Nepal Ko</em>, the event also highlighted the need for collective efforts to promote traditional craftsmanship that faces a threat of extinction from machines.</p>

<p>Earlier in the day, speaking during a plenary discussion, Asian Heritage Foundation India&rsquo;s Chairperson Rajiv Sethi said,&nbsp;&ldquo;Machines can easily wipe you out. They do what you can do in a cost- effective way.&rdquo;</p>

<p>He added that if consumers do not give due recognition to handicraft products and press for preserving their unique identity, nothing can stop machines from taking over the ancient craftsmanship.</p>

<p>Other notable guests at the festival including social entrepreneur Anil Chitrakar, Indus Heritage Trust Pakistan&rsquo;s Chairperson Siddiqa Malik, Asian Heritage Foundation India&rsquo;s Ankush Seth urged the concerned stakeholders to protect the rich cultural heritage that the South Asian region has in common.</p>

<p>&ldquo;Culture can do what politics can&rsquo;t. We stand to lose a lot if we underestimate culture,&rdquo; Sethi said.</p>

<p>YB Thapa, vice chairman of PAF stressed the need of translating commitment into action for uplifting the handicraft sector.</p>

<p>He also pointed out the need of collective strategy in South Asia for the handicraft business to survive in the overseas market.</p>

<p>More than 100 Nepali artisans from rural, excluded and conflict-affected communities showcased and sold their products in the festival. Arts and crafts from India and Pakistan were also up for sale during the festival.</p>

<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;The festival was held to showcase handicrafts under the Making Market Works for the Conflict Affected Project of PAF Nepal, which was supported by Japan Social Development Fund (JSDF) and managed by the World Bank. The project is being implemented in seven districts in Nepal</p>
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			'title' => 'Young Entrepreneurs Summit this Saturday  ',
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			'summary' => 'January 16: Nepalese Young Entrepreneurs’ Forum (NYEF) is organising Young Entrepreneurs Summit  -Women (YESW) on Saturday, January 20.',
			'content' => '<p>January 16: Nepalese Young Entrepreneurs&rsquo; Forum (NYEF) is organising Young Entrepreneurs Summit &nbsp;-Women (YESW) on Saturday, January 20. The day-long event will include inspirational story sharing from young lady entrepreneurs, workshop on personal development and strategies for entrepreneurs, session on legal aspects in entrepreneurship and networking session.</p>

<p>The organisers are expecting around 150 participants in the programme, which will be held at Hotel Radisson.&nbsp; The fourth edition of YESW with the theme &lsquo;Connect, Collaborate, Create&rsquo; has been supported by Laxmi Bank.</p>

<p>&ldquo;YESW is a platform which will help the participants grow professionally and personally. It is also a platform for the speakers to be visible as tremendous contributors to the economy and their community,&rdquo; shared Juna&nbsp; Mathema, chairperson of YESW during a press meet organised in the capital on Tueday, January 16.</p>

<p>According to her, the key take away from the summit will be that the participants will feel charged with ideas to explore in business. The event aims to inspire entrepreneurs, startups, students and the people who are passionate to start something by their own and are searching for a helping hand.&nbsp;</p>
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			'title' => 'KTM Mobile Announces Discount till January 29',
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			'summary' => 'January 16: KTM Mobile Center, a mobile exchange house at Tamrakar Complex in New Road, has revamped its showroom.',
			'content' => '<p>January 16: KTM Mobile Center, a mobile exchange house at Tamrakar Complex in New Road, has revamped its showroom. Deepak Malhotra, the president of Mobile Importer Association of Nepal and the chairman of IMS Group, inaugurated the new showroom on Monday, January 15.</p>

<p>The company said that different models of different brands are available at the showroom. During the inauguration ceremony, the company provided warranty and other services along with gifts hampers on purchase of mobile phones. Likewise, the company has announced a grand mobile exchange fair till January 29, during which it offers 5-45 percent discount on purchase of each mobile. It has also announced to provide discount up to 10 percent for repair, the company said in a statement.</p>

<p>Malhora urged the concerned bodies to implement Mobile Point of Sale (MPOS) system in the coming days to end the unhealthy competition seen in the current mobile market.</p>

<p>&nbsp;</p>
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			'title' => 'Number of tourists up',
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			'summary' => 'January 16: Although the government did not succeed in meeting its target of welcoming one million tourists in Nepal every year, the number of visitors was quite encouraging last year. ',
			'content' => '<p>January 16: Although the government did not succeed in meeting its target of welcoming one million tourists in Nepal every year, the number of visitors was quite encouraging last year. According to government data, 940,218 tourists visited Nepal last year. The number of tourists visiting Nepal in 2017 is more than the number of tourists visiting the country the previous year by 211,668. In 2016, the number of tourists who visited Nepal was 728,550.</p>

<p>The government had declared 2011 as tourism year and set a target of welcoming one million tourists each year. Although it has already been six years since the announcement, the government has not achieved its target so far.</p>

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<p>Besides political turmoil which the country has been going through, lack of infrastructure has been the major hindrance in attracting more tourists, according to the president of Hotel Association of Nepal, Amar Man Shakya.</p>

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			'title' => 'Khalti App Crosses 50,000 Downloads Mark',
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			'summary' => 'January 16: Within one year of its launch, Khalti Digital Wallet app - an Android application which is very much handy in making electronic payment – has crossed the mark of 50,000 downloads.',
			'content' => '<p>January 16: Within one year of its launch, Khalti Digital Wallet app - an Android application which is very much handy in making electronic payment &ndash; has crossed the mark of 50,000 downloads.</p>

<p>Issuing a press statement, the developers said that the app hit the milestone in the second week of January, two weeks before its first anniversary. Khalti Digital Wallet was introduced in the Nepali market on January 26, 2017.</p>

<p>In this short span of one year, Khalti has emerged as one of the most preferred mobile payment solutions in Nepal, allowing users to pay for mobile balance topup, pay electricity/water bills, DTH and internet bills, movie tickets, airline ticketing and more, according to the statement.</p>

<p>Elated by the achievement, Manish Modi, managing director of Khalti Digital Wallet said, &quot;We are overwhelmed with the 50 thousand downloads mark, and such a wonderful support from our users. Reaching this milestone is a testimony to the efforts of the incredible team at Khalti. This achievement will offer us a strong boost as we work towards cashless revolution of Nepal. More than the number of downloads, we are proud to be contributing the fintech industry of Nepal, making mobile payment easier, and increase access to finance.&rdquo;</p>

<p>Khalti Digital Wallet said it was declared the winner of GBG Storytelling Contest, a global startup competition, on October 12 last year.</p>

<p>At a time when cashless transactions are on the rise across the globe, Nepal is also moving in the same direction, the developers claimed.</p>

<p>Similar to Android app users, Khalti said it is also getting a wonderful response from iPhone app users and web users.</p>
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			'title' => ''Technology Key to Reining in Agricultural Imports'',
			'sub_title' => 'Government-supported training programmes largely exclude farmers: Dr Prabhu Budhathoki',
			'summary' => 'January 16:  Surging imports of agricultural commodities indicate a tremendous potential for Nepal to expand agricultural production, said policymakers, agri-business entrepreneurs and agriculture sector experts in a recent roundtable discussion organised in the capital.',
			'content' => '<p>January 16: &nbsp;Surging imports of agricultural commodities indicate a tremendous potential for Nepal to expand agricultural production, said policymakers, agri-business entrepreneurs and agriculture sector experts in a recent roundtable discussion organised in the capital.</p>

<p>Speaking at the discussion on &ldquo;Enabling Environment for Agricultural Technology Innovation and Adoption: Policy, Legislation and Practice,&rdquo; stakeholders called for a revamp of critical interventions for the deployment of productivity-enhancing technologies.</p>

<p>The event was organized by South Asia Watch on Trade, Economics and Environment (SAWTEE) and Winrock International on January 12.</p>

<p>Dr Prabhu Budhathoki, a member of the National Planning Commission, said policy interventions aimed at improving the uptake of technology appear to be driven more by the interest of bureaucrats rather than farmers&rsquo; needs, reads a press statement issued by SAWTEE. While participatory methods are much more productive, government-supported training programmes largely exclude farmers, he added.</p>

<p>Neelu Thapa, programme coordinator of SAWTEE, argued that a credible mapping of existing agricultural value chains is crucial for farmers&rsquo; access to credit. Stating that Nepal&rsquo;s agricultural exports are being hindered by safety standards and requirements in key markets, she emphasized the urgent need to upgrade domestic testing and certification facilities.</p>

<p>According to the statement, Toya Narayan Gyawali, joint secretary at the Ministry of Commerce, pointed to the massive agricultural imports, exceeding Rs 1 billion each in over two dozen commodities. He highlighted the importance of technological learning in inducing participation in regional and global value chains.</p>

<p>Dr Hari Krishna Uprety, communication and publication chief at Nepal Agricultural Research Council, said land consolidation, currently low, is key to commercialized agriculture.</p>

<p>Inadequate understanding about contract farming is preventing rapid agricultural commercialization, which is critical for achieving import substitution and export expansion, said Sunita Nhemaphuki, an entrepreneur associated with Agri Nepal.</p>

<p>Dr Krishna Prasad Pant, agricultural economist, identified poorly trained extension services workers as a major impediment to dissemination of technologies among farmers.</p>

<p>Speakers also highlighted the role of training and awareness-raising programmes, currently few and far between, in enabling farmers to use agriculture mechanization tools.</p>

<p>Some 20 stakeholders participated in the roundtable discussion.</p>
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			'article_category_id' => '1',
			'title' => 'Buddha Air Starts Direct Flights from Nepalgunj to Pokhara ',
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			'summary' => 'January 16: Budha Air Pvt Ltd has said that it started operating direct flights from Pokhara to Nepalgunj and vice-versa from Monday, January 15. ',
			'content' => '<p>January 16: Budha Air Pvt Ltd has said that it started operating direct flights from Pokhara to Nepalgunj and vice-versa from Monday, January 15. According to the company, the flights will help domestic as well as foreign tourists.</p>

<p>The company claims that operation of new flights will help in tourism promotion in the region. Buddha Air has been operating its flights to 13 destinations within the country. Buddha Air also flies to Varanasi of India, said the company in a statement.&nbsp;</p>
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			'id' => '7348',
			'article_category_id' => '1',
			'title' => 'Shantui Brand Excavators and Bulldozers in Nepali Market',
			'sub_title' => '',
			'summary' => 'January 16: Chinese heavy equipment and excavator manufacturer, Shantui has launched its excavators and bulldozers in the Nepali Market. ',
			'content' => '<p>January 16: Chinese heavy equipment and excavator manufacturer, Shantui has launched its excavators and bulldozers in the Nepali Market. The company unveiled Shantui brand excavators and bulldozers amid a function in the capital on Friday, January 12.</p>

<p>United Infra Equipment, a subsidiary of Auto Electro Mech Pvt Ltd, is the authorised distributor of Shantu Brand in Nepal. United Infra Equipment has started the sales of SE 220 excavators and DH 17 bulldozers in Nepal.&nbsp; The company said both of these heavy equipment are efficient in fuel consumption and easy to operate.</p>

<p>Shantui brand&rsquo;s construction equipment are being sold in more than 150 countries, the company said in a statement. The company said it has also opened service centers for the brand in major cities of Nepal.</p>

<p>&nbsp;</p>
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			'title' => 'Mahindra’s Free Mega Service Camp Concludes',
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			'summary' => 'January 16: Balaju Auto Works Pvt Ltd, a part of Agni Group - the sole authorized distributor of Mahindra utility vehicles in Nepal – organised Mahindra Free Mega Service Camp across all its dealer locations in Nepal from January 8 to 12.',
			'content' => '<p>January 16: Balaju Auto Works Pvt Ltd, a part of Agni Group - the sole authorized distributor of Mahindra utility vehicles in Nepal &ndash; organised Mahindra Free Mega Service Camp across all its dealer locations in Nepal from January 8 to 12.</p>

<p>The Mahindra Free Mega Service Camp was a 75 point check-up camp for Mahindra&rsquo;s entire range of four-wheels, reads a statement issued by the company. It provided Mahindra owners the opportunity to ensure that their vehicles were in perfect condition.</p>

<p>During the program, customers were offered 12 percent discount on spare parts, 15 percent discount on lubricants and special discounts on accessories. The service camp also provided customers with a free health check-up which included eye, blood pressure, sugar level and general check-up.</p>
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			'id' => '7345',
			'article_category_id' => '1',
			'title' => 'Kedia Elected Executive Member of NCC',
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			'summary' => 'January 16: Manoj Kumar Kedia has been elected as an executive member of the Nepal Chamber of Commerce (NCC). ',
			'content' => '<p>January 16: Manoj Kumar Kedia has been elected as an executive member of the Nepal Chamber of Commerce (NCC). Kedia who is the executive director of Kedia Organisation was elected to the post by the NCC&rsquo;s 67<sup>th</sup> annual general meeting held on January 11.</p>

<p>Manoj Kumar Kedia belongs to the fourth generation of Kedia Organisation, which is one of the reputed business houses of Nepal, and is engaged in different businesses including Brij Cement. Beside this, he is also the chairman of Siddhartha Bank and member of Siddhartha Insurance Company.</p>

<p>&nbsp;</p>

<p>&nbsp;</p>
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			'sortorder' => '7124',
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			'id' => '7343',
			'article_category_id' => '1',
			'title' => 'Suzuki Celerio Test Ride campaign in full swing',
			'sub_title' => '',
			'summary' => 'January 16: CG Motocorp, the authorized distributor of Suzuki four-wheelers in Nepal, has been conducting Celerio Test Ride Campaign at eight Suzuki outlets in the capital.',
			'content' => '<p>January 16: CG Motocorp, the authorized distributor of Suzuki four-wheelers in Nepal, has been conducting Celerio Test Ride Campaign at eight Suzuki outlets in the capital. The test ride campaign has been conducted in Suzuki outlets at Thapthali, Pulchowk, Nayabazaar, Balkumari, Maharajgunj, Kalanki, Boudha and Naxal following the launch of the new model last month.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to the company, in total 582&nbsp;test rides have been conducted so far. The company stated that its customers were delighted with the option of feeling the car first hand before making the final decision to purchase the car.</p>

<p>Celerio was launched last month with the tagline &ldquo;The Perfect Family Car&rdquo; along with the Test Ride Campaign during which the customers were provided with gift hampers as well as Rs 100,000 cash back to one lucky customer.&nbsp;</p>
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			'sortorder' => '7123',
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			'id' => '7342',
			'article_category_id' => '1',
			'title' => 'Everest Bank Starts EBL Training Academy',
			'sub_title' => '',
			'summary' => 'January 16: Everest Bank Ltd has started ‘EBL Training Academy’ at its head office.',
			'content' => '<p>January 16: Everest Bank Ltd has started &lsquo;EBL Training Academy&rsquo; at its head office. The bank in a statement informed that the academy has been started to enhance the skills of its staff. The opening of the academy was announced during the bank&rsquo;s 23<sup>rd</sup> annual general meeting on January 12.</p>

<p>&nbsp;On the occasion, the bank also launched e-learning mobile app,&rdquo;Saraswati&rdquo;. Likewise, on the same occasion, the bank announced the opening of five new branches across and five extension counters the country.</p>

<p>&nbsp;</p>
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			'sortorder' => '7122',
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			'id' => '7338',
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			'title' => 'Sikhar Winter Sale Mela  Offers 70% discount',
			'sub_title' => '',
			'summary' => 'January 15:  A large number of people have been visiting stalls at the ongoing Shikhar Winter Sale Mela organised by Shikar Shoes at Bhirkutimandap.',
			'content' => '<p>January 15:&nbsp; A large number of people have been visiting stalls at the ongoing Shikhar Winter Sale Mela organised by Shikar Shoes at Bhirkutimandap. Shikhar Shoes has announced up to 70 percent discount on shoes during the fair, the company said in a statement. According to the company, it has been providing shoes during the fair at factory price.</p>

<p>Two pairs of ladies shoes which cost Rs 500 per pair in the market, are being sold at just Rs 200 in the fair, the company informed. Similarly, school shoes which normally costs Rs 1300 is available at Rs 500 in the stalls.</p>

<p>Likewise, casual shoes which cost Rs 700 in the market are available at Rs 400 while sports shoes which cost between Rs 1500 &ndash; Rs 2500 are priced at Rs 1000 at the fair.</p>

<p>The fair will run till January 20.&nbsp;</p>

<p>&nbsp;</p>

<p>&nbsp;</p>
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			'sortorder' => '7121',
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			'id' => '7341',
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			'title' => 'NIC Asia Bank Launches Finance Literacy Campaign',
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			'summary' => 'January 16: NIC Asia Bank has initiated finance literacy campaign in rural areas of Parbat district from Saturday, January 13.',
			'content' => '<p>January 16: NIC Asia Bank has initiated finance literacy campaign in rural areas of Parbat district from Saturday, January 13. The bank&rsquo;s branch at Nayapul, Kaski and Kusma, the district headquarters of Parbat, started the finance literacy classes by reaching out to the households of Modi Rural Municipality.</p>

<p>The bank informed that it organised the programme at Gaad Tara and Gijyan villages of Modi Rural Municipality-6 on the first day of the campaign. The branch manager at Nayapul, Prem Raj Poudyal, said the campaign has been launched after realizing that banking service is not accessible to many people, especially from the rural areas. The bank said the campaign will run for a week.</p>

<p>&nbsp;</p>

<p>&nbsp;</p>
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			'id' => '7340',
			'article_category_id' => '1',
			'title' => 'Rajesh Hamal the new face of International Cement Pvt Ltd',
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			'summary' => 'January 16: International Cement Pvt Ltd on Sunday appointed actor Rajesh Hamal as its brand ambassador. ',
			'content' => '<p>January 16: International Cement Pvt Ltd&nbsp;on Sunday&nbsp;appointed actor Rajesh Hamal as its brand ambassador. Issuing a statement, the company said that it&rsquo;s Director Bimal Agrawal and Hamal signed the agreement amid a function in the capital.</p>

<p>&ldquo;Hamal will be involved in the promotion campaign and advertising the company&rsquo;s products,&rdquo; reads the statement.</p>

<p>The statement further added that the company has been producing different brands of cement which includes Om, Jyoti and Rudraksha cements.</p>
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			'id' => '7337',
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			'title' => 'South Asian Festival on Handicrafts concludes  ',
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			'summary' => 'January 15: South Asian Festival on Handicrafts concluded on a high note in Kathmandu on Sunday, exploring possibilities of revival and expansion of Nepal’s handicraft industry.',
			'content' => '<p>January 15: South Asian Festival on Handicrafts concluded on a high note&nbsp;in Kathmandu&nbsp;on Sunday, exploring possibilities of revival and expansion of Nepal&rsquo;s handicraft industry.</p>

<p>The three-day festival organised by Poverty Alleviation Fund (PAF), Nepal was instrumental in identifying opportunities and challenges faced by Nepali as well as South Asian artisans in the global market, reads a press statement issued by PAF Nepal.</p>

<p>Speaking at the closing ceremony of the three-day festival, Industry Minister Sunil Bahadur Thapa said, &ldquo;Not only did this festival bring together artisans, experts and entrepreneurs from South Asia, but it also provided an opportunity for learning and sharing ideas across the region.&rdquo;</p>

<p>Minister Thapa gave away PAF National Journalism Awards 2017 to four journalists representing four different media outlets.</p>

<p>Mahesh Kumar Das of Nagarik Daily (Nepali media), Prakash Singh of The Himalayan Times (English media), Tika Subedi of Janata Patra (local media) and Laxmi Basnet of Community Radio (electronic media) received the PAF awards.</p>

<p>Chief guest Thapa handed over cheques of Rs 40,000 to each of the winners.</p>

<p>&nbsp;Besides showcasing a wide range of exquisite handicrafts branded as&nbsp;<em>Nepal Ko</em>, the event also highlighted the need for collective efforts to promote traditional craftsmanship that faces a threat of extinction from machines.</p>

<p>Earlier in the day, speaking during a plenary discussion, Asian Heritage Foundation India&rsquo;s Chairperson Rajiv Sethi said,&nbsp;&ldquo;Machines can easily wipe you out. They do what you can do in a cost- effective way.&rdquo;</p>

<p>He added that if consumers do not give due recognition to handicraft products and press for preserving their unique identity, nothing can stop machines from taking over the ancient craftsmanship.</p>

<p>Other notable guests at the festival including social entrepreneur Anil Chitrakar, Indus Heritage Trust Pakistan&rsquo;s Chairperson Siddiqa Malik, Asian Heritage Foundation India&rsquo;s Ankush Seth urged the concerned stakeholders to protect the rich cultural heritage that the South Asian region has in common.</p>

<p>&ldquo;Culture can do what politics can&rsquo;t. We stand to lose a lot if we underestimate culture,&rdquo; Sethi said.</p>

<p>YB Thapa, vice chairman of PAF stressed the need of translating commitment into action for uplifting the handicraft sector.</p>

<p>He also pointed out the need of collective strategy in South Asia for the handicraft business to survive in the overseas market.</p>

<p>More than 100 Nepali artisans from rural, excluded and conflict-affected communities showcased and sold their products in the festival. Arts and crafts from India and Pakistan were also up for sale during the festival.</p>

<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;The festival was held to showcase handicrafts under the Making Market Works for the Conflict Affected Project of PAF Nepal, which was supported by Japan Social Development Fund (JSDF) and managed by the World Bank. The project is being implemented in seven districts in Nepal</p>
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