
August 28: Farmers of Annapurna Rural Municipality of Myagdi district have started commercial production of cheese keeping in mind the rise in demand and consumption of the milk…
August 28: Farmers of Annapurna Rural Municipality of Myagdi district have started commercial production of cheese keeping in mind the rise in demand and consumption of the milk…
August 28: Hulas Steel Limited, which has been producing corrugated sheets in Nepal since the last 38 years, recently organised a dealers’ meet with its authorised…
August 28: IME Limited has signed an agreement with Sumeru Hospital to support its customers and staff with better health care facilities at reasonable…
August 28: Panchakanya Group organised a blood donation programme on Monday, August 27, to mark is 46th…
August 28: Ad-Venture Studio won the title of Corporate Futsal League 2018 organised recently by Project A, a marketing consultant company.…
August 28: Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd (M&M) launched the Plush New XUV500 in the Nepali market on Monday, August…
August 27: Janta Bank Nepal Limited has launched ‘Mero Talab’ account which provides good interest rate and insurance…
August 27: Prime Commercial Bank is all set to acquire Om Development Bank.…
August 27: Mega Bank Limited has signed a bancassurance agreement with Citizens Life Insurance Company.…
August 27: Revive, a company that recycles used textiles, won the 3rd National Social Business Challenge 2018 organised by Yunus Social Business Center (YSBC) under King’s College.…
August 27: Kabara Group in Biratnagar has started manufacturing two new brands of instant…
August 27: Prabhu Insurance has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital to provide cashless service to its customers at the…
August 27: Global IME Bank has signed an agreement with Bota Restaurant to provide discount to its customers at various outlets of the restaurant.…
August 27: Nepal Bangladesh Bank has added two more branches to its network.…
August 27: Mahalaxmi Bikas Bank has opened a new branch in Biratnagar as part of its plan to extend its services across the…
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The factory has given employment to 5 locals and earns Rs 600,000 annually, informed Khadka.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-28', 'modified' => '2018-08-28', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8756', 'image' => '20180828104201_cheej-3.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-28 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8976', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hulas Steel Organises Dealers’ Meet', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 28: Hulas Steel Limited, which has been producing corrugated sheets in Nepal since the last 38 years, recently organised a dealers’ meet with its authorised distributors.', 'content' => '<p>August 28: Hulas Steel Limited, which has been producing corrugated sheets in Nepal since the last 38 years, recently organised a dealers’ meet with its authorised distributors.</p> <p>According to the company, the meeting was held at Gokarna Forest Resort on August 24.</p> <p>The company said in a statement that the dealers’ meet was organised with the objective of strengthening the bond between the company and its dealers.</p> <p>“There was a considerable presence of dealers from across the country,” the statement said.</p> <p>The company also announced the launch of its new products – Tile Profile Steel and Wood Finish Plane Steel – during the meet.</p> <p>Addressing the dealers’ meet, Hulas Steel’s proprietor Diwakar Golcha thanked all the dealers for their presence at the programme.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-28', 'modified' => '2018-08-28', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8755', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-08-28 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8975', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'IME Limited signs agreement with Sumeru Hospital', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 28: IME Limited has signed an agreement with Sumeru Hospital to support its customers and staff with better health care facilities at reasonable fare.', 'content' => '<p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">August 28: IME Limited has signed an agreement with Sumeru Hospital to support its customers and staff with better health care facilities at reasonable fare.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">As per the agreement, the privilege card holders of the institution will receive 10 percent discount on various health care services from the hospital. Likewise, employees and partners of the company will get up to 13 percent discount from the hospital.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Madhav Katuwal of IME Limited and and Dilip Dangol, director of Sumeru Hospital, signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organizations amid a recent function. The deal will be effective for the next five years.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">IME Group’s public relations officer Raju Poudel informed that the company signed the agreement with the motive of providing services to its staff and customers at an affordable rate.</span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-28', 'modified' => '2018-08-28', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8754', 'image' => '20180828101956_IME.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-28 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8974', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Blood Donation Camp of Panchakanya Group', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 28: Panchakanya Group organised a blood donation programme on Monday, August 27, to mark is 46th anniversary.', 'content' => '<p>August 28: Panchakanya Group organised a blood donation programme on Monday, August 27, to mark is 46<sup>th</sup> anniversary.</p> <p>Issuing a press statement, Panchakanya Group said that it organised the blood donation programme at its head office in Krishna Galli, Lalitpur with the support from Nepal Red Cross Society and Balkumari-based blood bank. Altogether 53 people including the company’s operators, officials as well as staff from the head office and sister concerns donated blood, the statement further said.</p> <p>Panchakanyha Group said it has been organising the blood donation programme annually as part of its corporate social responsibility and has given high priority to such activities.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-28', 'modified' => '2018-08-28', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8753', 'image' => '20180828100919_P1130469.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-28 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8973', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Ad-Venture Studio wins Corporate Futsal League 2018', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 28: Ad-Venture Studio won the title of Corporate Futsal League 2018 organised recently by Project A, a marketing consultant company. ', 'content' => '<p>August 28: Ad-Venture Studio won the title of Corporate Futsal League 2018 organised recently by Project A, a marketing consultant company. Mega Bank finished as runner-up in the event held at Dhanyantari Futsal from August 4 to 24.</p> <p>According to the organiser, this is the sixth edition of corporate futsal which was first held in 2013.</p> <p>Project A also contributed Rs 100,000 as charity to Kathmandu Animal Treatment (KAT), an NGO working for the welfare of animals.</p> <p>The event featured a total of 24 corporate teams and the matches were held every Saturday. According to the organiser, Nepal Telecom was the title sponsor. Likewise, WDN, WorldLink, NetTv, Infocom Solution, Aarogya Construction were the associate sponsors.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-28', 'modified' => '2018-08-28', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8752', 'image' => '20180828095411_cfl.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-28 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8972', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Mahindra Launches Plush New XUV500 in Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 28: Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd (M&M) launched the Plush New XUV500 in the Nepali market on Monday, August 27.', 'content' => '<div>August 28: Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd (M&M) launched the Plush New XUV500 in the Nepali market on Monday, August 27.</div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">According to the company, the new vehicle sets a new benchmark in the premium SUV segment with a bold new design, plush, luxurious interiors and higher power and torque. </span></div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">“It offers a more pleasurable ride through an enhanced suspension and comes with a quieter cabin,” said the company in a statement.</span></div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">The statement further said that the new XUV500 is powered by the mHawk155 engine that delivers higher power of 155HP and torque of 360 Nm. It also features the sixth generation electronically controlled Variable Geometry Turbocharger (eVGT), thereby making the drive peppy and more responsive. </span></div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">Other features of the SUV include electric sunroof with first-in-class ORVM logo projection lamps, smart watch connectivity, 18 cm (7 inch) touch screen infotainment with GPS navigation and Arkamys enhanced audio. </span></div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">The company claimed that the SUV offers the best-in-class safety with six airbags, ABS with EBD, hill hold and hill descent control, first-in-class emergency call, disc brakes on all wheels and several other safety features.</span></div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">Speaking at the launch of the Plush New XUV500, Sanjay Jadhav, vice president for International Operations (South Asia) of M&M said, “Since its launch in 2011, the XUV500 has been a trend setter in the premium SUV segment with its great value proposition of head-turning style, aspirational hi-tech features, unmatched performance and best-in-class safety. It continues to be the frontrunner in the segment when it comes to setting new trends and pushing boundaries. Today, with the launch of the Plush New XUV500, we have strengthened its value proposition further by creating new benchmark in styling and taking the thrill of driving to the next level.”</span></div> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-28', 'modified' => '2018-08-28', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8751', 'image' => '20180828085837_IMG_4508.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-28 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8971', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => '‘Mero Talab’ Account of Janta Bank', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 27: Janta Bank Nepal Limited has launched ‘Mero Talab’ account which provides good interest rate and insurance facility.', 'content' => '<p>August 27: Janta Bank Nepal Limited has launched ‘Mero Talab’ account which provides good interest rate and insurance facility.</p> <p>The account scheme is targeted for office employees and can be opened with zero balance.</p> <p>According to the bank, the account offers an annual interest rate of 7 percent and free VISA debit card, accident insurance and ABBS facilities. </p> <p>Janta Bank is currently providing its services across the country with a network of 122 branches, 40 branchless banking facilities, two limited banking counters, two extension counters and 70 ATMs. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-27', 'modified' => '2018-08-27', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8750', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-08-27 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8968', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Prime to acquire Om Development Bank', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 27: Prime Commercial Bank is all set to acquire Om Development Bank. ', 'content' => '<p>August 27: Prime Commercial Bank is all set to acquire Om Development Bank. Prime Bank has signed an acquisition deal with Om Development Bank with the target of starting integrated transaction from mid-November.</p> <p>Uday Mohan Shrestha of Prime Commercial Bank and Sushil Kumar Goshali, chairman of Om Development Bank signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organisations amid a recent function.</p> <p>The annual general meeting of Om Development Bank held last year had given the authority for merger or acquisition to the board of directors of the bank.</p> <p>After the acquisition, Prime Commercial Bank will be among the top five commercial banks of the country. The bank’s paid-up capital will reach Rs 10.5 billion while the deposit collection will cross Rs 100 billion after the acquisition. Meanwhile, the loan portfolio is estimated to be Rs 90 billion, said Bishwa Mohan Adhikari, CEO of Om Development Bank.</p> <p>“We have started preparation to begin integrated transaction from mid-November,” said Adhikari, adding, “This agreement will prove to be a milestone in creating a strong financial institution.”</p> <p>Adhikari informed New Business Age that the agreement was signed to create a strong financial institution although both the banks meet the paid-up capital ceiling set by the central bank.</p> <p>At present, Prime Commercial Bank’s paid-up capital is Rs 8.3 billion while that of Om Development Bank is Rs 2.51 billion.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-27', 'modified' => '2018-08-27', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8749', 'image' => '20180827042239_Prime and Om Bank.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-27 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8970', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Bancassurance agreement between Mega Bank and Citizens Insurance', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 27: Mega Bank Limited has signed a bancassurance agreement with Citizens Life Insurance Company. ', 'content' => '<p>August 27: Mega Bank Limited has signed a bancassurance agreement with Citizens Life Insurance Company. The bank and the insurance company signed the agreement amid an event on August 26, Sunday.</p> <p>Raveena Deshraj Shrestha, assistant deputy CEO of Mega Bank, and Poshak Raj Poudyal, CEO of Citizens Life Insurance signed the agreement papers on behalf of their respective organizations.</p> <p>According to the agreement, the account holders of Mega Bank can now use the insurance facilities of Citizens Life Insurance from any branch of the bank. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-27', 'modified' => '2018-08-27', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8748', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-08-27 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8967', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Revive wins 3rd National Social Business Challenge 2018', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 27: Revive, a company that recycles used textiles, won the 3rd National Social Business Challenge 2018 organised by Yunus Social Business Center (YSBC) under King’s College. ', 'content' => '<p>August 27: Revive, a company that recycles used textiles, won the 3rd National Social Business Challenge 2018 organised by Yunus Social Business Center (YSBC) under King’s College. The event was held on August 26 at Hotel Yak & Yeti, Kathmandu. The company received a cash prize of Rs 100,000. </p> <p>Hariyo Paat Sabaiko Saath received cash prize of Rs 50,000 in the thematic area ‘food and women’ while Your Agricultural Product received cash prize of Rs 25,000 for the theme sustainable agriculture. Likewise, Waste Recyclers received cash prize of Rs 40,000 for the theme renewable energy and Whpedia won cash prize of Rs 50,000 as jury’s special selection.</p> <p>Gokarna Bista, minister for Labour, Employment and Security, inaugurated the programme by pouring water on plants. Speaking at the programme, Bista said that one of the components of entrepreneurship that Nepal lacks is investment.</p> <p>“The main challenge in Nepal is unemployment. To solve this problem, youths should opt for entrepreneurship,” said Bista.</p> <p>He further highlighted the importance of economic development through entrepreneurship and expressed his support for the entrepreneurial ecosystem.</p> <p>Speaking at the programme, Ashutosh Tiwari, founder and managing director of Safal Partners, said entrepreneurship is about continuous learning for which learning attitude is important.</p> <p>Ten companies namely Naya Jagir, Tiffin Express, Waste Recyclers, Titepati, Krishima Yuwa, Your Agricultural Product, Whpedia, Hariyo Paat Sabaiko Saath, Hamro Pathshala and Revive presented their business plans in the pitching session. </p> <p>Managing director of a private company named SmartPaani, Suman Shakya, who is also a consultant, trainer and entrepreneur said being an entrepreneur is not easy but it is a choice.</p> <p>“You see a problem and try to solve it through entrepreneurship,” he added in the panel discussion about social entrepreneurship.</p> <p>The programme concluded after distribution of token of love to the jury members, facilitators, mentors and partners. </p> <p>YSBC received applications from 55 teams from different walks of life throughout Nepal. From among the applicants, 22 teams were selected for second round and 15 teams for third round.</p> <p>YSBC has been organising social business challenge since the last three years.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-27', 'modified' => '2018-08-27', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8747', 'image' => '20180827042120_aaa.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-27 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8969', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Romeo and Jackpot noodles of Kabra Group', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 27: Kabara Group in Biratnagar has started manufacturing two new brands of instant noodles.', 'content' => '<p>August 27: Kabara Group in Biratnagar has started manufacturing two new brands of instant noodles. The company by establishing a production hub in Hatimuda of Biratnagar has started production of Romeo and Jackpot brands of instant noodles.</p> <p>A representative of the company informed NBA that the distribution of the noodles has started from Sunday, August 26.</p> <p>The company has been producing Kwality biscuits since the past 33 years and had previously launched Niknok noodle in the market. </p> <p>According to the company, it has started to distribute two new noodle brands Romeo in 75 gram pack and Jackpot in 50 gram pack from Sunday. The noodles are available for Rs 15 and 10 respectively. </p> <p>Shyam Kabra, operator of the company, informed that a piece of small Choco Kings has been included inside Romeo pack and a toffee inside Jackpot packet.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-27', 'modified' => '2018-08-27', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8746', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-08-27 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8966', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Cashless Service for Customers of Prabhu Insurance at Midicity Hospital', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 27: Prabhu Insurance has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital to provide cashless service to its customers at the hospital.', 'content' => '<p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">August 27: Prabhu Insurance has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital to provide cashless service to its customers at the hospital. This facility is for the customers while admitting them at the hospital, the insurance company said in a statement.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Bijay Rimal, general manager, of Nepal Medicity Hospital, and Sanchit Bajracharya, CEO of the insurance company, signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organizations amid a recent function.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">As per the agreement, the account holders and employee of the bank will receive discount on various health care services from the hospital.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">GM Rimal expressed his happiness to extend the cashless service to the customers of Prabhu Insurance.</span><span style="font-family:kantipur; font-size:20.0pt"> </span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-27', 'modified' => '2018-08-27', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8745', 'image' => '20180827020638_prabhu.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-27 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8965', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Global IME Bank’s Customers to get Discount at Bota Restaurant', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 27: Global IME Bank has signed an agreement with Bota Restaurant to provide discount to its customers at various outlets of the restaurant. ', 'content' => '<p>August 27: Global IME Bank has signed an agreement with Bota Restaurant to provide discount to its customers at various outlets of the restaurant. As per the agreement, the bank’s customers will get 15 percent discount at the restaurant.</p> <p>Bota Restaurant’s operator Bhuvan Acharya and the bank’s card distribution and promotion department’s chief Rabindra Dhakal signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organisations.</p> <p>Global IME Bank said that it has been coordination with various organisations since a long time to provide its customers with facilities other than banking service.</p> <p>At present, the bank has been providing its services across the country with a network of 131 branches, 15 revenue collection centers, 134 ATMs, five extension counters, 100 branchless banking facilities as well as three contact persons outside the country.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-27', 'modified' => '2018-08-27', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8744', 'image' => '20180827015818_global IME.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-27 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8964', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'NB Bank’s New Branches', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 27: Nepal Bangladesh Bank has added two more branches to its network. ', 'content' => '<p>August 27: Nepal Bangladesh Bank has added two more branches to its network. With the addition of the new branches, the bank said in a statement that it now has a total of 76 branches across the nation. The bank said that it opened the branches at Damauli of Tanahun district and Sandikharka of Arghakhanchi district amid separate functions on Sunday, August 26.</p> <p>The bank said that it opened the new branches to extend its service in areas lacking banking service.</p> <p>Nepal Bangladesh Bank has been providing its services across the country with a network of 76 branches, seven extension counters, six branches banking facilities and 57 ATMs</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-27', 'modified' => '2018-08-27', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8743', 'image' => '20180827014413_NB Bank.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-27 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8963', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Mahalaxmi Bikas Ban’s Branch in Biratnagar', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 27: Mahalaxmi Bikas Bank has opened a new branch in Biratnagar as part of its plan to extend its services across the nation.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">August 27: Mahalaxmi Bikas Bank has opened a new branch in Biratnagar as part of its plan to extend its services across the nation.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">The bank said in a statement that it opened the new branch amid a recent function at Mainroad Sanihat of Biratnagar.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">According to the bank, the branch was inaugurated by Deputy Governor of Nepal Rastra Bank Chintamani Shivakoti.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">During the function, the bank’s CEO Krishna Raj Lamichhane said that the bank has been addressing the concerns of its customers and will be improving their services keeping in mind the convenience of the customers.</span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-27', 'modified' => '2018-08-27', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8742', 'image' => '20180827013611_Mahalaxmi Bikash Bank _Colour Logo_Fina-01.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-27 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ) ) $current_user = null $logged_in = 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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The factory has given employment to 5 locals and earns Rs 600,000 annually, informed Khadka.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-28', 'modified' => '2018-08-28', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8756', 'image' => '20180828104201_cheej-3.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-28 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8976', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hulas Steel Organises Dealers’ Meet', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 28: Hulas Steel Limited, which has been producing corrugated sheets in Nepal since the last 38 years, recently organised a dealers’ meet with its authorised distributors.', 'content' => '<p>August 28: Hulas Steel Limited, which has been producing corrugated sheets in Nepal since the last 38 years, recently organised a dealers’ meet with its authorised distributors.</p> <p>According to the company, the meeting was held at Gokarna Forest Resort on August 24.</p> <p>The company said in a statement that the dealers’ meet was organised with the objective of strengthening the bond between the company and its dealers.</p> <p>“There was a considerable presence of dealers from across the country,” the statement said.</p> <p>The company also announced the launch of its new products – Tile Profile Steel and Wood Finish Plane Steel – during the meet.</p> <p>Addressing the dealers’ meet, Hulas Steel’s proprietor Diwakar Golcha thanked all the dealers for their presence at the programme.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-28', 'modified' => '2018-08-28', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8755', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-08-28 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8975', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'IME Limited signs agreement with Sumeru Hospital', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 28: IME Limited has signed an agreement with Sumeru Hospital to support its customers and staff with better health care facilities at reasonable fare.', 'content' => '<p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">August 28: IME Limited has signed an agreement with Sumeru Hospital to support its customers and staff with better health care facilities at reasonable fare.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">As per the agreement, the privilege card holders of the institution will receive 10 percent discount on various health care services from the hospital. Likewise, employees and partners of the company will get up to 13 percent discount from the hospital.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Madhav Katuwal of IME Limited and and Dilip Dangol, director of Sumeru Hospital, signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organizations amid a recent function. The deal will be effective for the next five years.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">IME Group’s public relations officer Raju Poudel informed that the company signed the agreement with the motive of providing services to its staff and customers at an affordable rate.</span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-28', 'modified' => '2018-08-28', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8754', 'image' => '20180828101956_IME.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-28 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8974', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Blood Donation Camp of Panchakanya Group', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 28: Panchakanya Group organised a blood donation programme on Monday, August 27, to mark is 46th anniversary.', 'content' => '<p>August 28: Panchakanya Group organised a blood donation programme on Monday, August 27, to mark is 46<sup>th</sup> anniversary.</p> <p>Issuing a press statement, Panchakanya Group said that it organised the blood donation programme at its head office in Krishna Galli, Lalitpur with the support from Nepal Red Cross Society and Balkumari-based blood bank. Altogether 53 people including the company’s operators, officials as well as staff from the head office and sister concerns donated blood, the statement further said.</p> <p>Panchakanyha Group said it has been organising the blood donation programme annually as part of its corporate social responsibility and has given high priority to such activities.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-28', 'modified' => '2018-08-28', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8753', 'image' => '20180828100919_P1130469.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-28 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8973', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Ad-Venture Studio wins Corporate Futsal League 2018', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 28: Ad-Venture Studio won the title of Corporate Futsal League 2018 organised recently by Project A, a marketing consultant company. ', 'content' => '<p>August 28: Ad-Venture Studio won the title of Corporate Futsal League 2018 organised recently by Project A, a marketing consultant company. Mega Bank finished as runner-up in the event held at Dhanyantari Futsal from August 4 to 24.</p> <p>According to the organiser, this is the sixth edition of corporate futsal which was first held in 2013.</p> <p>Project A also contributed Rs 100,000 as charity to Kathmandu Animal Treatment (KAT), an NGO working for the welfare of animals.</p> <p>The event featured a total of 24 corporate teams and the matches were held every Saturday. According to the organiser, Nepal Telecom was the title sponsor. Likewise, WDN, WorldLink, NetTv, Infocom Solution, Aarogya Construction were the associate sponsors.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-28', 'modified' => '2018-08-28', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8752', 'image' => '20180828095411_cfl.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-28 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8972', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Mahindra Launches Plush New XUV500 in Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 28: Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd (M&M) launched the Plush New XUV500 in the Nepali market on Monday, August 27.', 'content' => '<div>August 28: Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd (M&M) launched the Plush New XUV500 in the Nepali market on Monday, August 27.</div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">According to the company, the new vehicle sets a new benchmark in the premium SUV segment with a bold new design, plush, luxurious interiors and higher power and torque. </span></div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">“It offers a more pleasurable ride through an enhanced suspension and comes with a quieter cabin,” said the company in a statement.</span></div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">The statement further said that the new XUV500 is powered by the mHawk155 engine that delivers higher power of 155HP and torque of 360 Nm. It also features the sixth generation electronically controlled Variable Geometry Turbocharger (eVGT), thereby making the drive peppy and more responsive. </span></div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">Other features of the SUV include electric sunroof with first-in-class ORVM logo projection lamps, smart watch connectivity, 18 cm (7 inch) touch screen infotainment with GPS navigation and Arkamys enhanced audio. </span></div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">The company claimed that the SUV offers the best-in-class safety with six airbags, ABS with EBD, hill hold and hill descent control, first-in-class emergency call, disc brakes on all wheels and several other safety features.</span></div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">Speaking at the launch of the Plush New XUV500, Sanjay Jadhav, vice president for International Operations (South Asia) of M&M said, “Since its launch in 2011, the XUV500 has been a trend setter in the premium SUV segment with its great value proposition of head-turning style, aspirational hi-tech features, unmatched performance and best-in-class safety. It continues to be the frontrunner in the segment when it comes to setting new trends and pushing boundaries. Today, with the launch of the Plush New XUV500, we have strengthened its value proposition further by creating new benchmark in styling and taking the thrill of driving to the next level.”</span></div> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-28', 'modified' => '2018-08-28', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8751', 'image' => '20180828085837_IMG_4508.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-28 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8971', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => '‘Mero Talab’ Account of Janta Bank', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 27: Janta Bank Nepal Limited has launched ‘Mero Talab’ account which provides good interest rate and insurance facility.', 'content' => '<p>August 27: Janta Bank Nepal Limited has launched ‘Mero Talab’ account which provides good interest rate and insurance facility.</p> <p>The account scheme is targeted for office employees and can be opened with zero balance.</p> <p>According to the bank, the account offers an annual interest rate of 7 percent and free VISA debit card, accident insurance and ABBS facilities. </p> <p>Janta Bank is currently providing its services across the country with a network of 122 branches, 40 branchless banking facilities, two limited banking counters, two extension counters and 70 ATMs. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-27', 'modified' => '2018-08-27', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8750', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-08-27 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8968', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Prime to acquire Om Development Bank', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 27: Prime Commercial Bank is all set to acquire Om Development Bank. ', 'content' => '<p>August 27: Prime Commercial Bank is all set to acquire Om Development Bank. Prime Bank has signed an acquisition deal with Om Development Bank with the target of starting integrated transaction from mid-November.</p> <p>Uday Mohan Shrestha of Prime Commercial Bank and Sushil Kumar Goshali, chairman of Om Development Bank signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organisations amid a recent function.</p> <p>The annual general meeting of Om Development Bank held last year had given the authority for merger or acquisition to the board of directors of the bank.</p> <p>After the acquisition, Prime Commercial Bank will be among the top five commercial banks of the country. The bank’s paid-up capital will reach Rs 10.5 billion while the deposit collection will cross Rs 100 billion after the acquisition. Meanwhile, the loan portfolio is estimated to be Rs 90 billion, said Bishwa Mohan Adhikari, CEO of Om Development Bank.</p> <p>“We have started preparation to begin integrated transaction from mid-November,” said Adhikari, adding, “This agreement will prove to be a milestone in creating a strong financial institution.”</p> <p>Adhikari informed New Business Age that the agreement was signed to create a strong financial institution although both the banks meet the paid-up capital ceiling set by the central bank.</p> <p>At present, Prime Commercial Bank’s paid-up capital is Rs 8.3 billion while that of Om Development Bank is Rs 2.51 billion.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-27', 'modified' => '2018-08-27', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8749', 'image' => '20180827042239_Prime and Om Bank.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-27 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8970', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Bancassurance agreement between Mega Bank and Citizens Insurance', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 27: Mega Bank Limited has signed a bancassurance agreement with Citizens Life Insurance Company. ', 'content' => '<p>August 27: Mega Bank Limited has signed a bancassurance agreement with Citizens Life Insurance Company. The bank and the insurance company signed the agreement amid an event on August 26, Sunday.</p> <p>Raveena Deshraj Shrestha, assistant deputy CEO of Mega Bank, and Poshak Raj Poudyal, CEO of Citizens Life Insurance signed the agreement papers on behalf of their respective organizations.</p> <p>According to the agreement, the account holders of Mega Bank can now use the insurance facilities of Citizens Life Insurance from any branch of the bank. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-27', 'modified' => '2018-08-27', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8748', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-08-27 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8967', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Revive wins 3rd National Social Business Challenge 2018', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 27: Revive, a company that recycles used textiles, won the 3rd National Social Business Challenge 2018 organised by Yunus Social Business Center (YSBC) under King’s College. ', 'content' => '<p>August 27: Revive, a company that recycles used textiles, won the 3rd National Social Business Challenge 2018 organised by Yunus Social Business Center (YSBC) under King’s College. The event was held on August 26 at Hotel Yak & Yeti, Kathmandu. The company received a cash prize of Rs 100,000. </p> <p>Hariyo Paat Sabaiko Saath received cash prize of Rs 50,000 in the thematic area ‘food and women’ while Your Agricultural Product received cash prize of Rs 25,000 for the theme sustainable agriculture. Likewise, Waste Recyclers received cash prize of Rs 40,000 for the theme renewable energy and Whpedia won cash prize of Rs 50,000 as jury’s special selection.</p> <p>Gokarna Bista, minister for Labour, Employment and Security, inaugurated the programme by pouring water on plants. Speaking at the programme, Bista said that one of the components of entrepreneurship that Nepal lacks is investment.</p> <p>“The main challenge in Nepal is unemployment. To solve this problem, youths should opt for entrepreneurship,” said Bista.</p> <p>He further highlighted the importance of economic development through entrepreneurship and expressed his support for the entrepreneurial ecosystem.</p> <p>Speaking at the programme, Ashutosh Tiwari, founder and managing director of Safal Partners, said entrepreneurship is about continuous learning for which learning attitude is important.</p> <p>Ten companies namely Naya Jagir, Tiffin Express, Waste Recyclers, Titepati, Krishima Yuwa, Your Agricultural Product, Whpedia, Hariyo Paat Sabaiko Saath, Hamro Pathshala and Revive presented their business plans in the pitching session. </p> <p>Managing director of a private company named SmartPaani, Suman Shakya, who is also a consultant, trainer and entrepreneur said being an entrepreneur is not easy but it is a choice.</p> <p>“You see a problem and try to solve it through entrepreneurship,” he added in the panel discussion about social entrepreneurship.</p> <p>The programme concluded after distribution of token of love to the jury members, facilitators, mentors and partners. </p> <p>YSBC received applications from 55 teams from different walks of life throughout Nepal. From among the applicants, 22 teams were selected for second round and 15 teams for third round.</p> <p>YSBC has been organising social business challenge since the last three years.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-27', 'modified' => '2018-08-27', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8747', 'image' => '20180827042120_aaa.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-27 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8969', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Romeo and Jackpot noodles of Kabra Group', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 27: Kabara Group in Biratnagar has started manufacturing two new brands of instant noodles.', 'content' => '<p>August 27: Kabara Group in Biratnagar has started manufacturing two new brands of instant noodles. The company by establishing a production hub in Hatimuda of Biratnagar has started production of Romeo and Jackpot brands of instant noodles.</p> <p>A representative of the company informed NBA that the distribution of the noodles has started from Sunday, August 26.</p> <p>The company has been producing Kwality biscuits since the past 33 years and had previously launched Niknok noodle in the market. </p> <p>According to the company, it has started to distribute two new noodle brands Romeo in 75 gram pack and Jackpot in 50 gram pack from Sunday. The noodles are available for Rs 15 and 10 respectively. </p> <p>Shyam Kabra, operator of the company, informed that a piece of small Choco Kings has been included inside Romeo pack and a toffee inside Jackpot packet.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-27', 'modified' => '2018-08-27', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8746', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-08-27 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8966', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Cashless Service for Customers of Prabhu Insurance at Midicity Hospital', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 27: Prabhu Insurance has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital to provide cashless service to its customers at the hospital.', 'content' => '<p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">August 27: Prabhu Insurance has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital to provide cashless service to its customers at the hospital. This facility is for the customers while admitting them at the hospital, the insurance company said in a statement.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Bijay Rimal, general manager, of Nepal Medicity Hospital, and Sanchit Bajracharya, CEO of the insurance company, signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organizations amid a recent function.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">As per the agreement, the account holders and employee of the bank will receive discount on various health care services from the hospital.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">GM Rimal expressed his happiness to extend the cashless service to the customers of Prabhu Insurance.</span><span style="font-family:kantipur; font-size:20.0pt"> </span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-27', 'modified' => '2018-08-27', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8745', 'image' => '20180827020638_prabhu.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-27 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8965', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Global IME Bank’s Customers to get Discount at Bota Restaurant', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 27: Global IME Bank has signed an agreement with Bota Restaurant to provide discount to its customers at various outlets of the restaurant. ', 'content' => '<p>August 27: Global IME Bank has signed an agreement with Bota Restaurant to provide discount to its customers at various outlets of the restaurant. As per the agreement, the bank’s customers will get 15 percent discount at the restaurant.</p> <p>Bota Restaurant’s operator Bhuvan Acharya and the bank’s card distribution and promotion department’s chief Rabindra Dhakal signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organisations.</p> <p>Global IME Bank said that it has been coordination with various organisations since a long time to provide its customers with facilities other than banking service.</p> <p>At present, the bank has been providing its services across the country with a network of 131 branches, 15 revenue collection centers, 134 ATMs, five extension counters, 100 branchless banking facilities as well as three contact persons outside the country.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-27', 'modified' => '2018-08-27', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8744', 'image' => '20180827015818_global IME.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-27 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8964', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'NB Bank’s New Branches', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 27: Nepal Bangladesh Bank has added two more branches to its network. ', 'content' => '<p>August 27: Nepal Bangladesh Bank has added two more branches to its network. With the addition of the new branches, the bank said in a statement that it now has a total of 76 branches across the nation. The bank said that it opened the branches at Damauli of Tanahun district and Sandikharka of Arghakhanchi district amid separate functions on Sunday, August 26.</p> <p>The bank said that it opened the new branches to extend its service in areas lacking banking service.</p> <p>Nepal Bangladesh Bank has been providing its services across the country with a network of 76 branches, seven extension counters, six branches banking facilities and 57 ATMs</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-27', 'modified' => '2018-08-27', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8743', 'image' => '20180827014413_NB Bank.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-27 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8963', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Mahalaxmi Bikas Ban’s Branch in Biratnagar', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 27: Mahalaxmi Bikas Bank has opened a new branch in Biratnagar as part of its plan to extend its services across the nation.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">August 27: Mahalaxmi Bikas Bank has opened a new branch in Biratnagar as part of its plan to extend its services across the nation.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">The bank said in a statement that it opened the new branch amid a recent function at Mainroad Sanihat of Biratnagar.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">According to the bank, the branch was inaugurated by Deputy Governor of Nepal Rastra Bank Chintamani Shivakoti.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">During the function, the bank’s CEO Krishna Raj Lamichhane said that the bank has been addressing the concerns of its customers and will be improving their services keeping in mind the convenience of the customers.</span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-27', 'modified' => '2018-08-27', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8742', 'image' => '20180827013611_Mahalaxmi Bikash Bank _Colour Logo_Fina-01.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-27 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ) ) $current_user = null $logged_in = falsesimplexml_load_file - [internal], line ?? include - APP/View/Elements/side_bar.ctp, line 60 View::_evaluate() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 971 View::_render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 933 View::_renderElement() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 1224 View::element() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 418 include - APP/View/Articles/index.ctp, line 157 View::_evaluate() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 971 View::_render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 933 View::render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 473 Controller::render() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 968 Dispatcher::_invoke() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 200 Dispatcher::dispatch() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 167 [main] - APP/webroot/index.php, line 117
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The factory has given employment to 5 locals and earns Rs 600,000 annually, informed Khadka.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-28', 'modified' => '2018-08-28', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8756', 'image' => '20180828104201_cheej-3.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-28 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8976', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hulas Steel Organises Dealers’ Meet', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 28: Hulas Steel Limited, which has been producing corrugated sheets in Nepal since the last 38 years, recently organised a dealers’ meet with its authorised distributors.', 'content' => '<p>August 28: Hulas Steel Limited, which has been producing corrugated sheets in Nepal since the last 38 years, recently organised a dealers’ meet with its authorised distributors.</p> <p>According to the company, the meeting was held at Gokarna Forest Resort on August 24.</p> <p>The company said in a statement that the dealers’ meet was organised with the objective of strengthening the bond between the company and its dealers.</p> <p>“There was a considerable presence of dealers from across the country,” the statement said.</p> <p>The company also announced the launch of its new products – Tile Profile Steel and Wood Finish Plane Steel – during the meet.</p> <p>Addressing the dealers’ meet, Hulas Steel’s proprietor Diwakar Golcha thanked all the dealers for their presence at the programme.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-28', 'modified' => '2018-08-28', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8755', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-08-28 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8975', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'IME Limited signs agreement with Sumeru Hospital', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 28: IME Limited has signed an agreement with Sumeru Hospital to support its customers and staff with better health care facilities at reasonable fare.', 'content' => '<p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">August 28: IME Limited has signed an agreement with Sumeru Hospital to support its customers and staff with better health care facilities at reasonable fare.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">As per the agreement, the privilege card holders of the institution will receive 10 percent discount on various health care services from the hospital. Likewise, employees and partners of the company will get up to 13 percent discount from the hospital.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Madhav Katuwal of IME Limited and and Dilip Dangol, director of Sumeru Hospital, signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organizations amid a recent function. The deal will be effective for the next five years.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">IME Group’s public relations officer Raju Poudel informed that the company signed the agreement with the motive of providing services to its staff and customers at an affordable rate.</span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-28', 'modified' => '2018-08-28', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8754', 'image' => '20180828101956_IME.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-28 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8974', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Blood Donation Camp of Panchakanya Group', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 28: Panchakanya Group organised a blood donation programme on Monday, August 27, to mark is 46th anniversary.', 'content' => '<p>August 28: Panchakanya Group organised a blood donation programme on Monday, August 27, to mark is 46<sup>th</sup> anniversary.</p> <p>Issuing a press statement, Panchakanya Group said that it organised the blood donation programme at its head office in Krishna Galli, Lalitpur with the support from Nepal Red Cross Society and Balkumari-based blood bank. Altogether 53 people including the company’s operators, officials as well as staff from the head office and sister concerns donated blood, the statement further said.</p> <p>Panchakanyha Group said it has been organising the blood donation programme annually as part of its corporate social responsibility and has given high priority to such activities.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-28', 'modified' => '2018-08-28', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8753', 'image' => '20180828100919_P1130469.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-28 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8973', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Ad-Venture Studio wins Corporate Futsal League 2018', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 28: Ad-Venture Studio won the title of Corporate Futsal League 2018 organised recently by Project A, a marketing consultant company. ', 'content' => '<p>August 28: Ad-Venture Studio won the title of Corporate Futsal League 2018 organised recently by Project A, a marketing consultant company. Mega Bank finished as runner-up in the event held at Dhanyantari Futsal from August 4 to 24.</p> <p>According to the organiser, this is the sixth edition of corporate futsal which was first held in 2013.</p> <p>Project A also contributed Rs 100,000 as charity to Kathmandu Animal Treatment (KAT), an NGO working for the welfare of animals.</p> <p>The event featured a total of 24 corporate teams and the matches were held every Saturday. According to the organiser, Nepal Telecom was the title sponsor. Likewise, WDN, WorldLink, NetTv, Infocom Solution, Aarogya Construction were the associate sponsors.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-28', 'modified' => '2018-08-28', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8752', 'image' => '20180828095411_cfl.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-28 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8972', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Mahindra Launches Plush New XUV500 in Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 28: Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd (M&M) launched the Plush New XUV500 in the Nepali market on Monday, August 27.', 'content' => '<div>August 28: Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd (M&M) launched the Plush New XUV500 in the Nepali market on Monday, August 27.</div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">According to the company, the new vehicle sets a new benchmark in the premium SUV segment with a bold new design, plush, luxurious interiors and higher power and torque. </span></div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">“It offers a more pleasurable ride through an enhanced suspension and comes with a quieter cabin,” said the company in a statement.</span></div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">The statement further said that the new XUV500 is powered by the mHawk155 engine that delivers higher power of 155HP and torque of 360 Nm. It also features the sixth generation electronically controlled Variable Geometry Turbocharger (eVGT), thereby making the drive peppy and more responsive. </span></div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">Other features of the SUV include electric sunroof with first-in-class ORVM logo projection lamps, smart watch connectivity, 18 cm (7 inch) touch screen infotainment with GPS navigation and Arkamys enhanced audio. </span></div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">The company claimed that the SUV offers the best-in-class safety with six airbags, ABS with EBD, hill hold and hill descent control, first-in-class emergency call, disc brakes on all wheels and several other safety features.</span></div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">Speaking at the launch of the Plush New XUV500, Sanjay Jadhav, vice president for International Operations (South Asia) of M&M said, “Since its launch in 2011, the XUV500 has been a trend setter in the premium SUV segment with its great value proposition of head-turning style, aspirational hi-tech features, unmatched performance and best-in-class safety. It continues to be the frontrunner in the segment when it comes to setting new trends and pushing boundaries. Today, with the launch of the Plush New XUV500, we have strengthened its value proposition further by creating new benchmark in styling and taking the thrill of driving to the next level.”</span></div> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-28', 'modified' => '2018-08-28', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8751', 'image' => '20180828085837_IMG_4508.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-28 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8971', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => '‘Mero Talab’ Account of Janta Bank', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 27: Janta Bank Nepal Limited has launched ‘Mero Talab’ account which provides good interest rate and insurance facility.', 'content' => '<p>August 27: Janta Bank Nepal Limited has launched ‘Mero Talab’ account which provides good interest rate and insurance facility.</p> <p>The account scheme is targeted for office employees and can be opened with zero balance.</p> <p>According to the bank, the account offers an annual interest rate of 7 percent and free VISA debit card, accident insurance and ABBS facilities. </p> <p>Janta Bank is currently providing its services across the country with a network of 122 branches, 40 branchless banking facilities, two limited banking counters, two extension counters and 70 ATMs. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-27', 'modified' => '2018-08-27', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8750', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-08-27 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8968', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Prime to acquire Om Development Bank', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 27: Prime Commercial Bank is all set to acquire Om Development Bank. ', 'content' => '<p>August 27: Prime Commercial Bank is all set to acquire Om Development Bank. Prime Bank has signed an acquisition deal with Om Development Bank with the target of starting integrated transaction from mid-November.</p> <p>Uday Mohan Shrestha of Prime Commercial Bank and Sushil Kumar Goshali, chairman of Om Development Bank signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organisations amid a recent function.</p> <p>The annual general meeting of Om Development Bank held last year had given the authority for merger or acquisition to the board of directors of the bank.</p> <p>After the acquisition, Prime Commercial Bank will be among the top five commercial banks of the country. The bank’s paid-up capital will reach Rs 10.5 billion while the deposit collection will cross Rs 100 billion after the acquisition. Meanwhile, the loan portfolio is estimated to be Rs 90 billion, said Bishwa Mohan Adhikari, CEO of Om Development Bank.</p> <p>“We have started preparation to begin integrated transaction from mid-November,” said Adhikari, adding, “This agreement will prove to be a milestone in creating a strong financial institution.”</p> <p>Adhikari informed New Business Age that the agreement was signed to create a strong financial institution although both the banks meet the paid-up capital ceiling set by the central bank.</p> <p>At present, Prime Commercial Bank’s paid-up capital is Rs 8.3 billion while that of Om Development Bank is Rs 2.51 billion.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-27', 'modified' => '2018-08-27', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8749', 'image' => '20180827042239_Prime and Om Bank.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-27 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8970', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Bancassurance agreement between Mega Bank and Citizens Insurance', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 27: Mega Bank Limited has signed a bancassurance agreement with Citizens Life Insurance Company. ', 'content' => '<p>August 27: Mega Bank Limited has signed a bancassurance agreement with Citizens Life Insurance Company. The bank and the insurance company signed the agreement amid an event on August 26, Sunday.</p> <p>Raveena Deshraj Shrestha, assistant deputy CEO of Mega Bank, and Poshak Raj Poudyal, CEO of Citizens Life Insurance signed the agreement papers on behalf of their respective organizations.</p> <p>According to the agreement, the account holders of Mega Bank can now use the insurance facilities of Citizens Life Insurance from any branch of the bank. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-27', 'modified' => '2018-08-27', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8748', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-08-27 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8967', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Revive wins 3rd National Social Business Challenge 2018', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 27: Revive, a company that recycles used textiles, won the 3rd National Social Business Challenge 2018 organised by Yunus Social Business Center (YSBC) under King’s College. ', 'content' => '<p>August 27: Revive, a company that recycles used textiles, won the 3rd National Social Business Challenge 2018 organised by Yunus Social Business Center (YSBC) under King’s College. The event was held on August 26 at Hotel Yak & Yeti, Kathmandu. The company received a cash prize of Rs 100,000. </p> <p>Hariyo Paat Sabaiko Saath received cash prize of Rs 50,000 in the thematic area ‘food and women’ while Your Agricultural Product received cash prize of Rs 25,000 for the theme sustainable agriculture. Likewise, Waste Recyclers received cash prize of Rs 40,000 for the theme renewable energy and Whpedia won cash prize of Rs 50,000 as jury’s special selection.</p> <p>Gokarna Bista, minister for Labour, Employment and Security, inaugurated the programme by pouring water on plants. Speaking at the programme, Bista said that one of the components of entrepreneurship that Nepal lacks is investment.</p> <p>“The main challenge in Nepal is unemployment. To solve this problem, youths should opt for entrepreneurship,” said Bista.</p> <p>He further highlighted the importance of economic development through entrepreneurship and expressed his support for the entrepreneurial ecosystem.</p> <p>Speaking at the programme, Ashutosh Tiwari, founder and managing director of Safal Partners, said entrepreneurship is about continuous learning for which learning attitude is important.</p> <p>Ten companies namely Naya Jagir, Tiffin Express, Waste Recyclers, Titepati, Krishima Yuwa, Your Agricultural Product, Whpedia, Hariyo Paat Sabaiko Saath, Hamro Pathshala and Revive presented their business plans in the pitching session. </p> <p>Managing director of a private company named SmartPaani, Suman Shakya, who is also a consultant, trainer and entrepreneur said being an entrepreneur is not easy but it is a choice.</p> <p>“You see a problem and try to solve it through entrepreneurship,” he added in the panel discussion about social entrepreneurship.</p> <p>The programme concluded after distribution of token of love to the jury members, facilitators, mentors and partners. </p> <p>YSBC received applications from 55 teams from different walks of life throughout Nepal. From among the applicants, 22 teams were selected for second round and 15 teams for third round.</p> <p>YSBC has been organising social business challenge since the last three years.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-27', 'modified' => '2018-08-27', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8747', 'image' => '20180827042120_aaa.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-27 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8969', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Romeo and Jackpot noodles of Kabra Group', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 27: Kabara Group in Biratnagar has started manufacturing two new brands of instant noodles.', 'content' => '<p>August 27: Kabara Group in Biratnagar has started manufacturing two new brands of instant noodles. The company by establishing a production hub in Hatimuda of Biratnagar has started production of Romeo and Jackpot brands of instant noodles.</p> <p>A representative of the company informed NBA that the distribution of the noodles has started from Sunday, August 26.</p> <p>The company has been producing Kwality biscuits since the past 33 years and had previously launched Niknok noodle in the market. </p> <p>According to the company, it has started to distribute two new noodle brands Romeo in 75 gram pack and Jackpot in 50 gram pack from Sunday. The noodles are available for Rs 15 and 10 respectively. </p> <p>Shyam Kabra, operator of the company, informed that a piece of small Choco Kings has been included inside Romeo pack and a toffee inside Jackpot packet.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-27', 'modified' => '2018-08-27', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8746', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-08-27 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8966', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Cashless Service for Customers of Prabhu Insurance at Midicity Hospital', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 27: Prabhu Insurance has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital to provide cashless service to its customers at the hospital.', 'content' => '<p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">August 27: Prabhu Insurance has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital to provide cashless service to its customers at the hospital. This facility is for the customers while admitting them at the hospital, the insurance company said in a statement.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Bijay Rimal, general manager, of Nepal Medicity Hospital, and Sanchit Bajracharya, CEO of the insurance company, signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organizations amid a recent function.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">As per the agreement, the account holders and employee of the bank will receive discount on various health care services from the hospital.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">GM Rimal expressed his happiness to extend the cashless service to the customers of Prabhu Insurance.</span><span style="font-family:kantipur; font-size:20.0pt"> </span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-27', 'modified' => '2018-08-27', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8745', 'image' => '20180827020638_prabhu.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-27 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8965', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Global IME Bank’s Customers to get Discount at Bota Restaurant', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 27: Global IME Bank has signed an agreement with Bota Restaurant to provide discount to its customers at various outlets of the restaurant. ', 'content' => '<p>August 27: Global IME Bank has signed an agreement with Bota Restaurant to provide discount to its customers at various outlets of the restaurant. As per the agreement, the bank’s customers will get 15 percent discount at the restaurant.</p> <p>Bota Restaurant’s operator Bhuvan Acharya and the bank’s card distribution and promotion department’s chief Rabindra Dhakal signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organisations.</p> <p>Global IME Bank said that it has been coordination with various organisations since a long time to provide its customers with facilities other than banking service.</p> <p>At present, the bank has been providing its services across the country with a network of 131 branches, 15 revenue collection centers, 134 ATMs, five extension counters, 100 branchless banking facilities as well as three contact persons outside the country.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-27', 'modified' => '2018-08-27', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8744', 'image' => '20180827015818_global IME.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-27 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8964', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'NB Bank’s New Branches', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 27: Nepal Bangladesh Bank has added two more branches to its network. ', 'content' => '<p>August 27: Nepal Bangladesh Bank has added two more branches to its network. With the addition of the new branches, the bank said in a statement that it now has a total of 76 branches across the nation. The bank said that it opened the branches at Damauli of Tanahun district and Sandikharka of Arghakhanchi district amid separate functions on Sunday, August 26.</p> <p>The bank said that it opened the new branches to extend its service in areas lacking banking service.</p> <p>Nepal Bangladesh Bank has been providing its services across the country with a network of 76 branches, seven extension counters, six branches banking facilities and 57 ATMs</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-27', 'modified' => '2018-08-27', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8743', 'image' => '20180827014413_NB Bank.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-27 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8963', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Mahalaxmi Bikas Ban’s Branch in Biratnagar', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 27: Mahalaxmi Bikas Bank has opened a new branch in Biratnagar as part of its plan to extend its services across the nation.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">August 27: Mahalaxmi Bikas Bank has opened a new branch in Biratnagar as part of its plan to extend its services across the nation.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">The bank said in a statement that it opened the new branch amid a recent function at Mainroad Sanihat of Biratnagar.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">According to the bank, the branch was inaugurated by Deputy Governor of Nepal Rastra Bank Chintamani Shivakoti.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">During the function, the bank’s CEO Krishna Raj Lamichhane said that the bank has been addressing the concerns of its customers and will be improving their services keeping in mind the convenience of the customers.</span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-27', 'modified' => '2018-08-27', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8742', 'image' => '20180827013611_Mahalaxmi Bikash Bank _Colour Logo_Fina-01.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-27 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ) ) $current_user = null $logged_in = false $xml = falseinclude - APP/View/Elements/side_bar.ctp, line 133 View::_evaluate() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 971 View::_render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 933 View::_renderElement() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 1224 View::element() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 418 include - APP/View/Articles/index.ctp, line 157 View::_evaluate() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 971 View::_render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 933 View::render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 473 Controller::render() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 968 Dispatcher::_invoke() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 200 Dispatcher::dispatch() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 167 [main] - APP/webroot/index.php, line 117
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The factory has given employment to 5 locals and earns Rs 600,000 annually, informed Khadka.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-28', 'modified' => '2018-08-28', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8756', 'image' => '20180828104201_cheej-3.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-28 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8976', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Hulas Steel Organises Dealers’ Meet', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 28: Hulas Steel Limited, which has been producing corrugated sheets in Nepal since the last 38 years, recently organised a dealers’ meet with its authorised distributors.', 'content' => '<p>August 28: Hulas Steel Limited, which has been producing corrugated sheets in Nepal since the last 38 years, recently organised a dealers’ meet with its authorised distributors.</p> <p>According to the company, the meeting was held at Gokarna Forest Resort on August 24.</p> <p>The company said in a statement that the dealers’ meet was organised with the objective of strengthening the bond between the company and its dealers.</p> <p>“There was a considerable presence of dealers from across the country,” the statement said.</p> <p>The company also announced the launch of its new products – Tile Profile Steel and Wood Finish Plane Steel – during the meet.</p> <p>Addressing the dealers’ meet, Hulas Steel’s proprietor Diwakar Golcha thanked all the dealers for their presence at the programme.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-28', 'modified' => '2018-08-28', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8755', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-08-28 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8975', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'IME Limited signs agreement with Sumeru Hospital', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 28: IME Limited has signed an agreement with Sumeru Hospital to support its customers and staff with better health care facilities at reasonable fare.', 'content' => '<p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">August 28: IME Limited has signed an agreement with Sumeru Hospital to support its customers and staff with better health care facilities at reasonable fare.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">As per the agreement, the privilege card holders of the institution will receive 10 percent discount on various health care services from the hospital. Likewise, employees and partners of the company will get up to 13 percent discount from the hospital.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Madhav Katuwal of IME Limited and and Dilip Dangol, director of Sumeru Hospital, signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organizations amid a recent function. The deal will be effective for the next five years.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">IME Group’s public relations officer Raju Poudel informed that the company signed the agreement with the motive of providing services to its staff and customers at an affordable rate.</span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-28', 'modified' => '2018-08-28', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8754', 'image' => '20180828101956_IME.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-28 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8974', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Blood Donation Camp of Panchakanya Group', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 28: Panchakanya Group organised a blood donation programme on Monday, August 27, to mark is 46th anniversary.', 'content' => '<p>August 28: Panchakanya Group organised a blood donation programme on Monday, August 27, to mark is 46<sup>th</sup> anniversary.</p> <p>Issuing a press statement, Panchakanya Group said that it organised the blood donation programme at its head office in Krishna Galli, Lalitpur with the support from Nepal Red Cross Society and Balkumari-based blood bank. Altogether 53 people including the company’s operators, officials as well as staff from the head office and sister concerns donated blood, the statement further said.</p> <p>Panchakanyha Group said it has been organising the blood donation programme annually as part of its corporate social responsibility and has given high priority to such activities.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-28', 'modified' => '2018-08-28', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8753', 'image' => '20180828100919_P1130469.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-28 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8973', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Ad-Venture Studio wins Corporate Futsal League 2018', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 28: Ad-Venture Studio won the title of Corporate Futsal League 2018 organised recently by Project A, a marketing consultant company. ', 'content' => '<p>August 28: Ad-Venture Studio won the title of Corporate Futsal League 2018 organised recently by Project A, a marketing consultant company. Mega Bank finished as runner-up in the event held at Dhanyantari Futsal from August 4 to 24.</p> <p>According to the organiser, this is the sixth edition of corporate futsal which was first held in 2013.</p> <p>Project A also contributed Rs 100,000 as charity to Kathmandu Animal Treatment (KAT), an NGO working for the welfare of animals.</p> <p>The event featured a total of 24 corporate teams and the matches were held every Saturday. According to the organiser, Nepal Telecom was the title sponsor. Likewise, WDN, WorldLink, NetTv, Infocom Solution, Aarogya Construction were the associate sponsors.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-28', 'modified' => '2018-08-28', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8752', 'image' => '20180828095411_cfl.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-28 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8972', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Mahindra Launches Plush New XUV500 in Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 28: Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd (M&M) launched the Plush New XUV500 in the Nepali market on Monday, August 27.', 'content' => '<div>August 28: Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd (M&M) launched the Plush New XUV500 in the Nepali market on Monday, August 27.</div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">According to the company, the new vehicle sets a new benchmark in the premium SUV segment with a bold new design, plush, luxurious interiors and higher power and torque. </span></div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">“It offers a more pleasurable ride through an enhanced suspension and comes with a quieter cabin,” said the company in a statement.</span></div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">The statement further said that the new XUV500 is powered by the mHawk155 engine that delivers higher power of 155HP and torque of 360 Nm. It also features the sixth generation electronically controlled Variable Geometry Turbocharger (eVGT), thereby making the drive peppy and more responsive. </span></div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">Other features of the SUV include electric sunroof with first-in-class ORVM logo projection lamps, smart watch connectivity, 18 cm (7 inch) touch screen infotainment with GPS navigation and Arkamys enhanced audio. </span></div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">The company claimed that the SUV offers the best-in-class safety with six airbags, ABS with EBD, hill hold and hill descent control, first-in-class emergency call, disc brakes on all wheels and several other safety features.</span></div> <div><span style="font-size:13px">Speaking at the launch of the Plush New XUV500, Sanjay Jadhav, vice president for International Operations (South Asia) of M&M said, “Since its launch in 2011, the XUV500 has been a trend setter in the premium SUV segment with its great value proposition of head-turning style, aspirational hi-tech features, unmatched performance and best-in-class safety. It continues to be the frontrunner in the segment when it comes to setting new trends and pushing boundaries. Today, with the launch of the Plush New XUV500, we have strengthened its value proposition further by creating new benchmark in styling and taking the thrill of driving to the next level.”</span></div> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-28', 'modified' => '2018-08-28', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8751', 'image' => '20180828085837_IMG_4508.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-28 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8971', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => '‘Mero Talab’ Account of Janta Bank', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 27: Janta Bank Nepal Limited has launched ‘Mero Talab’ account which provides good interest rate and insurance facility.', 'content' => '<p>August 27: Janta Bank Nepal Limited has launched ‘Mero Talab’ account which provides good interest rate and insurance facility.</p> <p>The account scheme is targeted for office employees and can be opened with zero balance.</p> <p>According to the bank, the account offers an annual interest rate of 7 percent and free VISA debit card, accident insurance and ABBS facilities. </p> <p>Janta Bank is currently providing its services across the country with a network of 122 branches, 40 branchless banking facilities, two limited banking counters, two extension counters and 70 ATMs. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-27', 'modified' => '2018-08-27', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8750', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-08-27 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8968', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Prime to acquire Om Development Bank', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 27: Prime Commercial Bank is all set to acquire Om Development Bank. ', 'content' => '<p>August 27: Prime Commercial Bank is all set to acquire Om Development Bank. Prime Bank has signed an acquisition deal with Om Development Bank with the target of starting integrated transaction from mid-November.</p> <p>Uday Mohan Shrestha of Prime Commercial Bank and Sushil Kumar Goshali, chairman of Om Development Bank signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organisations amid a recent function.</p> <p>The annual general meeting of Om Development Bank held last year had given the authority for merger or acquisition to the board of directors of the bank.</p> <p>After the acquisition, Prime Commercial Bank will be among the top five commercial banks of the country. The bank’s paid-up capital will reach Rs 10.5 billion while the deposit collection will cross Rs 100 billion after the acquisition. Meanwhile, the loan portfolio is estimated to be Rs 90 billion, said Bishwa Mohan Adhikari, CEO of Om Development Bank.</p> <p>“We have started preparation to begin integrated transaction from mid-November,” said Adhikari, adding, “This agreement will prove to be a milestone in creating a strong financial institution.”</p> <p>Adhikari informed New Business Age that the agreement was signed to create a strong financial institution although both the banks meet the paid-up capital ceiling set by the central bank.</p> <p>At present, Prime Commercial Bank’s paid-up capital is Rs 8.3 billion while that of Om Development Bank is Rs 2.51 billion.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-27', 'modified' => '2018-08-27', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8749', 'image' => '20180827042239_Prime and Om Bank.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-27 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8970', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Bancassurance agreement between Mega Bank and Citizens Insurance', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 27: Mega Bank Limited has signed a bancassurance agreement with Citizens Life Insurance Company. ', 'content' => '<p>August 27: Mega Bank Limited has signed a bancassurance agreement with Citizens Life Insurance Company. The bank and the insurance company signed the agreement amid an event on August 26, Sunday.</p> <p>Raveena Deshraj Shrestha, assistant deputy CEO of Mega Bank, and Poshak Raj Poudyal, CEO of Citizens Life Insurance signed the agreement papers on behalf of their respective organizations.</p> <p>According to the agreement, the account holders of Mega Bank can now use the insurance facilities of Citizens Life Insurance from any branch of the bank. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-27', 'modified' => '2018-08-27', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8748', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-08-27 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8967', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Revive wins 3rd National Social Business Challenge 2018', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 27: Revive, a company that recycles used textiles, won the 3rd National Social Business Challenge 2018 organised by Yunus Social Business Center (YSBC) under King’s College. ', 'content' => '<p>August 27: Revive, a company that recycles used textiles, won the 3rd National Social Business Challenge 2018 organised by Yunus Social Business Center (YSBC) under King’s College. The event was held on August 26 at Hotel Yak & Yeti, Kathmandu. The company received a cash prize of Rs 100,000. </p> <p>Hariyo Paat Sabaiko Saath received cash prize of Rs 50,000 in the thematic area ‘food and women’ while Your Agricultural Product received cash prize of Rs 25,000 for the theme sustainable agriculture. Likewise, Waste Recyclers received cash prize of Rs 40,000 for the theme renewable energy and Whpedia won cash prize of Rs 50,000 as jury’s special selection.</p> <p>Gokarna Bista, minister for Labour, Employment and Security, inaugurated the programme by pouring water on plants. Speaking at the programme, Bista said that one of the components of entrepreneurship that Nepal lacks is investment.</p> <p>“The main challenge in Nepal is unemployment. To solve this problem, youths should opt for entrepreneurship,” said Bista.</p> <p>He further highlighted the importance of economic development through entrepreneurship and expressed his support for the entrepreneurial ecosystem.</p> <p>Speaking at the programme, Ashutosh Tiwari, founder and managing director of Safal Partners, said entrepreneurship is about continuous learning for which learning attitude is important.</p> <p>Ten companies namely Naya Jagir, Tiffin Express, Waste Recyclers, Titepati, Krishima Yuwa, Your Agricultural Product, Whpedia, Hariyo Paat Sabaiko Saath, Hamro Pathshala and Revive presented their business plans in the pitching session. </p> <p>Managing director of a private company named SmartPaani, Suman Shakya, who is also a consultant, trainer and entrepreneur said being an entrepreneur is not easy but it is a choice.</p> <p>“You see a problem and try to solve it through entrepreneurship,” he added in the panel discussion about social entrepreneurship.</p> <p>The programme concluded after distribution of token of love to the jury members, facilitators, mentors and partners. </p> <p>YSBC received applications from 55 teams from different walks of life throughout Nepal. From among the applicants, 22 teams were selected for second round and 15 teams for third round.</p> <p>YSBC has been organising social business challenge since the last three years.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-27', 'modified' => '2018-08-27', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8747', 'image' => '20180827042120_aaa.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-27 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8969', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Romeo and Jackpot noodles of Kabra Group', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 27: Kabara Group in Biratnagar has started manufacturing two new brands of instant noodles.', 'content' => '<p>August 27: Kabara Group in Biratnagar has started manufacturing two new brands of instant noodles. The company by establishing a production hub in Hatimuda of Biratnagar has started production of Romeo and Jackpot brands of instant noodles.</p> <p>A representative of the company informed NBA that the distribution of the noodles has started from Sunday, August 26.</p> <p>The company has been producing Kwality biscuits since the past 33 years and had previously launched Niknok noodle in the market. </p> <p>According to the company, it has started to distribute two new noodle brands Romeo in 75 gram pack and Jackpot in 50 gram pack from Sunday. The noodles are available for Rs 15 and 10 respectively. </p> <p>Shyam Kabra, operator of the company, informed that a piece of small Choco Kings has been included inside Romeo pack and a toffee inside Jackpot packet.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-27', 'modified' => '2018-08-27', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8746', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-08-27 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8966', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Cashless Service for Customers of Prabhu Insurance at Midicity Hospital', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 27: Prabhu Insurance has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital to provide cashless service to its customers at the hospital.', 'content' => '<p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">August 27: Prabhu Insurance has signed an agreement with Nepal Medicity Hospital to provide cashless service to its customers at the hospital. This facility is for the customers while admitting them at the hospital, the insurance company said in a statement.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">Bijay Rimal, general manager, of Nepal Medicity Hospital, and Sanchit Bajracharya, CEO of the insurance company, signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organizations amid a recent function.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">As per the agreement, the account holders and employee of the bank will receive discount on various health care services from the hospital.</span></p> <p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in"><span style="color:#333333; font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">GM Rimal expressed his happiness to extend the cashless service to the customers of Prabhu Insurance.</span><span style="font-family:kantipur; font-size:20.0pt"> </span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-27', 'modified' => '2018-08-27', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8745', 'image' => '20180827020638_prabhu.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-27 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8965', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Global IME Bank’s Customers to get Discount at Bota Restaurant', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 27: Global IME Bank has signed an agreement with Bota Restaurant to provide discount to its customers at various outlets of the restaurant. ', 'content' => '<p>August 27: Global IME Bank has signed an agreement with Bota Restaurant to provide discount to its customers at various outlets of the restaurant. As per the agreement, the bank’s customers will get 15 percent discount at the restaurant.</p> <p>Bota Restaurant’s operator Bhuvan Acharya and the bank’s card distribution and promotion department’s chief Rabindra Dhakal signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organisations.</p> <p>Global IME Bank said that it has been coordination with various organisations since a long time to provide its customers with facilities other than banking service.</p> <p>At present, the bank has been providing its services across the country with a network of 131 branches, 15 revenue collection centers, 134 ATMs, five extension counters, 100 branchless banking facilities as well as three contact persons outside the country.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-27', 'modified' => '2018-08-27', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8744', 'image' => '20180827015818_global IME.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-27 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8964', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'NB Bank’s New Branches', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 27: Nepal Bangladesh Bank has added two more branches to its network. ', 'content' => '<p>August 27: Nepal Bangladesh Bank has added two more branches to its network. With the addition of the new branches, the bank said in a statement that it now has a total of 76 branches across the nation. The bank said that it opened the branches at Damauli of Tanahun district and Sandikharka of Arghakhanchi district amid separate functions on Sunday, August 26.</p> <p>The bank said that it opened the new branches to extend its service in areas lacking banking service.</p> <p>Nepal Bangladesh Bank has been providing its services across the country with a network of 76 branches, seven extension counters, six branches banking facilities and 57 ATMs</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-27', 'modified' => '2018-08-27', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8743', 'image' => '20180827014413_NB Bank.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-27 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '8963', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Mahalaxmi Bikas Ban’s Branch in Biratnagar', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'August 27: Mahalaxmi Bikas Bank has opened a new branch in Biratnagar as part of its plan to extend its services across the nation.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">August 27: Mahalaxmi Bikas Bank has opened a new branch in Biratnagar as part of its plan to extend its services across the nation.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">The bank said in a statement that it opened the new branch amid a recent function at Mainroad Sanihat of Biratnagar.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">According to the bank, the branch was inaugurated by Deputy Governor of Nepal Rastra Bank Chintamani Shivakoti.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:10.5pt">During the function, the bank’s CEO Krishna Raj Lamichhane said that the bank has been addressing the concerns of its customers and will be improving their services keeping in mind the convenience of the customers.</span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-08-27', 'modified' => '2018-08-27', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '8742', 'image' => '20180827013611_Mahalaxmi Bikash Bank _Colour Logo_Fina-01.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-08-27 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ) ) $current_user = null $logged_in = false $xml = falsesimplexml_load_file - [internal], line ?? include - APP/View/Elements/side_bar.ctp, line 133 View::_evaluate() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 971 View::_render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 933 View::_renderElement() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 1224 View::element() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 418 include - APP/View/Articles/index.ctp, line 157 View::_evaluate() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 971 View::_render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 933 View::render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 473 Controller::render() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 968 Dispatcher::_invoke() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 200 Dispatcher::dispatch() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 167 [main] - APP/webroot/index.php, line 117
Currency | Unit |
Buy | Sell |
U.S. Dollar | 1 | 121.23 | 121.83 |
European Euro | 1 | 131.65 | 132.31 |
UK Pound Sterling | 1 | 142.47 | 143.18 |
Swiss Franc | 1 | 124.29 | 124.90 |
Australian Dollar | 1 | 71.69 | 72.05 |
Canadian Dollar | 1 | 83.90 | 84.32 |
Japanese Yen | 10 | 10.94 | 11.00 |
Chinese Yuan | 1 | 17.17 | 17.26 |
Saudi Arabian Riyal | 1 | 32.27 | 32.43 |
UAE Dirham | 1 | 33.01 | 33.17 |
Malaysian Ringgit | 1 | 27.36 | 27.50 |
South Korean Won | 100 | 9.77 | 9.82 |
Update: 2020-03-25 | Source: Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB)
Fine Gold | 1 tola | 77000.00 |
Tejabi Gold | 1 tola | 76700.00 |
Silver | 1 tola | 720.00 |
Update : 2020-03-25
Source: Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers' Association
Petrol | 1 Liter | 106.00 |
Diesel | 1 Liter | 95.00 |
Kerosene | 1 Liter | 95.00 |
LP Gas | 1 Cylinder | 1375.00 |
Update : 2020-03-25