January 30: IME Motors Pvt Ltd, the sole distributor of Ashok Leyland Commercial Vehicles in Nepal and a subsidiary of IME Group, launched the most awaited "Captain" range of trucks amid a program in Kathmandu on Monday, January…
January 30: IME Motors Pvt Ltd, the sole distributor of Ashok Leyland Commercial Vehicles in Nepal and a subsidiary of IME Group, launched the most awaited "Captain" range of trucks amid a program in Kathmandu on Monday, January…
January 30: Federation of Nepalese Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI) has announced to organise Nepal International Trade Fair-2018 from March 8 to…
January 30: Reliable Microfinance with its head office based at Benshi Sahar has been renamed as Global IME Microfinance…
January 29: A promotional programme of products manufactured by Malaysia-based Food Empire Holdings was held in Kathmandu recently.…
January 30: The cement industries of Bara and Parsa have been compelled to import raw materials from a new station, which is 125 kilometers away from the earlier station, after the Indian Railways stopped unloading clinker at Raxaul station just across the border from December…
January 30: Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Akbar Al Baker welcomed the arrival of the Airbus A350-1000 test aircraft to Qatar, as part of a special demonstration tour by Airbus.…
January 30: Sanima Bank has opened its branches in four new places in accordance to the policy of Nepal government to extend banking service all over the…
January 30: Kailash Bikas Bank has opened its branch in Far-western Development…
January 30: Citizens Bank has provided food to senior citizens on the occasion of its…
January 30: Nabil Foundation, a social service wing of Nabil Bank, has provided financial support to promote the website of…
January 29: With the end of political instability, the country now needs rapid and sustainable development to achieve economic prosperity, said KP Sharma Oli, former prime minister and chairman of…
January 29: ‘Dami Sale’ has been kicked off at KL Tower in Chabahil offering 50 percent…
January 29: Shivam Cement is sponsoring New Diamond Cup national open women’s volleyball competition from February 4 to…
January 29: Social media can become a means to enhance ones business, according to a prominent…
January 29: Nepal Clearing House Ltd (NCHL) and Progressive Finance Limited on Sunday, January 28, signed an agreement to initiate Inter-Bank Electronic Payment System (IPS)…
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This will address the growing demand for higher efficiency trucks in Nepal. Good ergonomics and driver comfort are among the Captain’s highlights which include easy-to-reach controls, a mechanically suspended driver seat with multi-level adjustments, tiltable and telescopic steering column, air-conditioning and a music system,” reads the statement.</p> <p>According to IME Motors, the Captain series addresses three key areas – driver comfort, reliability and performance.</p> <p>Launched in 2014 in India, the Captain series are available in 16-49 tonnes variants which includes tippers, tractors and haulage vehicles.</p> <p>During the unveiling of the new Captain series in Nepal, Kapil Shiwakoti, CEO of IME Motors, stated that Ashok Leyland trucks have always captured a market position as a trustworthy brand.</p> <p> </p> <p>“And the new Captain has continued with this legacy and we are sure that it will live up to the expectation of the customers,” he said.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-30', 'modified' => '2018-01-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7248', 'image' => '20180130041158_Picture 2.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-01-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7466', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Nepal International Trade Fair-2018 from March 8', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'January 30: Federation of Nepalese Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI) has announced to organise Nepal International Trade Fair-2018 from March 8 to 12.', 'content' => '<p>January 30: Federation of Nepalese Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI) has announced to organise Nepal International Trade Fair-2018 from March 8 to 12.</p> <p>Besides the South Asian countries, China, Thailand and Malaysia will also participate in the five-day expo, informed FNCCI.</p> <p>There will be 300 stalls in the expo and the main attraction will be handicrafts product. Besides this, there will be separate stalls for IT and business information; agricultural products; energy; materials for building and construction; iron and steel; and automobiles.</p> <p>According to FNCCI President Bhawani Rana, the expo will help in promoting entrepreneurship and increase possibilities in entrepreneurial scene. “The expo is one of the means which will contribute to the economic growth of Nepal,” she said.</p> <p>Rana shared that Nepal has not only just been organising expo in the country but has also been participating in expo organised in different countries including India and China. Due to this, the financial trade relations of Nepal with India and China have been very strong, Rana said.</p> <p>According to Umesh Lal Shrestha, vice-president of FNCCI, the expo will play an important role in expanding the international trade relations of Nepal.</p> <p>The organizers are expecting around 200,000 visitors in the expo.</p> <p>In the last edition, more than 100,000 foreign and local visitors had observed the expo. There were 340 stalls in the expo last year, according to FNCCI.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-30', 'modified' => '2018-01-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7247', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-01-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7465', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Reliable Microfinance is Now Global IME Microfinance', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'January 30: Reliable Microfinance with its head office based at Benshi Sahar has been renamed as Global IME Microfinance Company.', 'content' => '<p>January 30: Reliable Microfinance with its head office based at Benshi Sahar has been renamed as Global IME Microfinance Company.</p> <p>The Company Registrar Office approved the new name of the company, which was passed by the company’s fifth AGM in last September. </p> <p>The company currently has been providing microfinance service in 15 districts through its 33 branch offices.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-30', 'modified' => '2018-01-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7246', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-01-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7462', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Promotion of MacCoffee in Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'January 29: A promotional programme of products manufactured by Malaysia-based Food Empire Holdings was held in Kathmandu recently. ', 'content' => '<p>January 29: A promotional programme of products manufactured by Malaysia-based Food Empire Holdings was held in Kathmandu recently. The products manufactured by the company includes MacCoffee, Classano Coffee and salt tea.</p> <p>Ahmad Phadil Ismail, Charge D’ Affaires (first secretary) of Malaysian Embassy in Nepal, said that MacCoffee is renowned all over the world.</p> <p>The chairman of Food Empire Holdings Ltd, Tan Wang Cheow, said that the company has been exporting its products to 50 countries across the world and has been manufacturing the products in six countries. The products are being distributed in Nepal by Arksh Group.</p> <p>The chairman of Arksh Group, Rajesh Kaji Shrestha, said that MacCoffee has been popular in Nepal since the last decade and added that discussions are underway to set up a factory of Classano Coffee and salt tea in Nepal.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-30', 'modified' => '2018-01-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7245', 'image' => '20180130012735_download.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-01-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7464', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Transportation charge of clinker goes up', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'January 30: The cement industries of Bara and Parsa have been compelled to import raw materials from a new station, which is 125 kilometers away from the earlier station, after the Indian Railways stopped unloading clinker at Raxaul station just across the border from December 22.', 'content' => '<p>January 30: The cement industries of Bara and Parsa have been compelled to import raw materials from a new station, which is 125 kilometers away from the earlier station, after the Indian Railways stopped unloading clinker at Raxaul station just across the border from December 22.</p> <p>The cement industries have started importing clinker from Narayanpur station which is near to Muzaffarpur, India.</p> <p>Anil Kumar Agrawal, vice president of Birgunj Chamber of Commerce and Industries (BCCI) and managing director of Shree Cement, blamed the government for being failing to solve the problems of the cement industries.</p> <p>According to him, 13 cement industries of Bara and Parsa are compelled to bring clinker at higher prices. Earlier, unloading clinker at Raxaul railway yard used to cost Rs 1,500 per metric tonne which now costs Rs 3,500.</p> <p>“We have to run our industry at any cost,” said Agrawal, adding, “We are getting raw materials by paying higher rate.”</p> <p>The Indian Railways prohibited unloading clinker at Raxaul following protests from the locals who claimed that the clinker had caused pollution. The locals of Raxaul even resorted to blocking the border check point.</p> <p>A local court directed the railway authorities to shift the clinker unloading spot to some other place.</p> <p>Nepal’s cement industries also blamed the local clinker producers of hiking the price in their own interests. According to a cement manufacturer, the cost of clinker has reached Rs 4,000 per metric ton. He mentioned that this has created problems for the cement industries in pricing. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-30', 'modified' => '2018-01-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7244', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-01-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7461', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Qatar Airways to Operate Latest Model of Airbus Next Month', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'January 30: Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Akbar Al Baker welcomed the arrival of the Airbus A350-1000 test aircraft to Qatar, as part of a special demonstration tour by Airbus. ', 'content' => '<p>January 30: Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Akbar Al Baker welcomed the arrival of the Airbus A350-1000 test aircraft to Qatar, as part of a special demonstration tour by Airbus. Qatar Airways said in a statement that the visit was the first stop by the advanced aircraft to 12 destinations throughout the Middle East and Asia Pacific, designed to showcase the aircraft’s exclusive features to airlines and passengers.</p> <p>Qatar Airways said it will operate the world’s very first A350-1000 in about a month. Qatar Airways has ordered 37 of the world’s most advanced passenger aircraft. The aircraft has been tailor-made with superior-quality cabins to meet Qatar Airway’s exacting specifications for its valued passengers.</p> <p> “We are delighted to welcome the Airbus A350-1000 test aircraft to Doha as part of its Demonstration Tour. Its arrival in Doha, as the first stop on this tour, has extra special significance for the people of Qatar, as Qatar Airways is the global launch customer for this incredible technologically-advanced aircraft. With this addition to our existing modern fleet, we will continue to set the standard in air travel for years to come,” said Al Baker, adding, “The delivery of the world’s first commercial A350-1000 next month is highly-anticipated by Qatar Airways passengers and employees. Our expert delivery staff have been working in partnership with Airbus to ensure a prompt entry into service so we can deliver outstanding levels of comfort, thanks to the A350-1000’s spacious cabins and advanced technology. We very much look forward to welcoming the A350-1000 into our growing fleet of more than 200 aircraft.”</p> <p>According to Qatar Airways, the test A350-1000 aircraft undertaking the 30,000 nautical mile tour, is one of the three such aircrafts owned by Airbus, and is equipped with fully functional Business Class and Economy Class cabins. The mid-sized long-haul aircraft is assembled by Airbus at its facility in Toulouse, France. The A350-1000 is 23 feet longer than its sister aircraft, the Airbus A350-900, for which Qatar Airways was also the global launch customer.</p> <p>The A350-1000 offers a substantial increase in capacity with extra seating onboard, a more powerful Rolls-Royce Trent XWB engine, a modified wing trailing edge and a new six-wheel main landing gear. It also provides enhanced levels of passenger comfort, thanks to its advanced light-weight carbon composite design and high-quality interior finish, reads the statement.</p> <p>Qatar Airways said it operates a wide range of Airbus passenger and cargo aircraft in its fleet, which is one of the youngest in the world, with an average age of just five years. In 2017 Qatar Airways was voted Skytrax ‘World’s Best Airline’ by travellers from around the world, as well as winning a raft of other major awards at last year’s ceremony, including ‘Best Airline in the Middle East,’ World’s Best Business Class’ and ‘World’s Best First Class Airline Lounge.’</p> <p>Qatar Airways flies to more than 150 key business and leisure destinations across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia Pacific, North America and South America. The airline said it is launching a host of exciting new destinations in 2018, including Penang, Malaysia; Canberra, Australia; and Cardiff, UK, to name just a few.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-30', 'modified' => '2018-01-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7243', 'image' => '20180130011144_airbus.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-01-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7463', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Sanima Bank Opens Branches at Four Places', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'January 30: Sanima Bank has opened its branches in four new places in accordance to the policy of Nepal government to extend banking service all over the nation.', 'content' => '<p>January 30: Sanima Bank has opened its branches in four new places in accordance to the policy of Nepal government to extend banking service all over the nation.</p> <p>The bank opened a branch each at Amar Singh Chowk, Bagar and Birauta of Pokhara on Sunday, January 28 and at Tulsipur of Dang the following day.</p> <p>The bank’s chairman, Binaya Kumar Shrestha and renowned comedian duo Madan Krishna Shrestha and Hari Bansha Acharya jointly inaugurated the branches.</p> <p>At present, the bank has been providing its service across the country through its network of 51 branches, one extension counter, and 60 ATM outlets.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-30', 'modified' => '2018-01-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7242', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-01-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7460', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Kailash Bank Opens Branch at Dhangadhi', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'January 30: Kailash Bikas Bank has opened its branch in Far-western Development Region.', 'content' => '<p>January 30: Kailash Bikas Bank has opened its branch in Far-western Development Region. With an aim to extend banking service in all provinces across the nation, the bank said it opened the branch in the capital of Province-7, Dhangadhi.</p> <p>Ramesh Acharya, acting director of Nepal Rastra Bank, inaugurated the branch amid a function on Monday, January 29. With this, the bank now has 43 branches and 22 ATM outlets.</p> <p>According to the bank, it has adopted a strategy to extend its branches in Bhairahawa, Damak, Biratnagar and Birgunj as well in the near future.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-30', 'modified' => '2018-01-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7241', 'image' => '20180130125513_20180129_113215.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-01-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7458', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Citizens Bank Feeds Senior Citizen', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'January 30: Citizens Bank has provided food to senior citizens on the occasion of its anniversary.', 'content' => '<p>January 30: Citizens Bank has provided food to senior citizens on the occasion of its anniversary.</p> <p>Issuing a press statement, the bank said it provided food to more than 40 elderly people of Nisahaaya Sewa Sadan Jestha Nagarik Aawas Griha of Min Bhawan.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-30', 'modified' => '2018-01-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7240', 'image' => '20180130123333_citizens bank.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-01-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7459', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Nabil Foundation Funds CWIN-Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'January 30: Nabil Foundation, a social service wing of Nabil Bank, has provided financial support to promote the website of CWIN-Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>January 30: Nabil Foundation, a social service wing of Nabil Bank, has provided financial support to promote the website of CWIN-Nepal. The foundation provided Rs 150,000 to the organization which has been working for the welfare of children in Nepal.</p> <p>Chairman of the foundation Dayaram Gopal Agrawal and Nabil Bank’s promoter Pratap Kumar Pathak handed over a cheque to the President of CWIN-Nepal, Madhav Pradhan, amid a function held in CWIN at Naikap.</p> <p>Agrawal said that the foundation provided the support to the organization under its corporate social responsibility and such contribution will be continue in the coming days as well.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-30', 'modified' => '2018-01-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7239', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-01-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7457', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Country needs Rapid and Sustainable Development: Oli', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'January 29: With the end of political instability, the country now needs rapid and sustainable development to achieve economic prosperity, said KP Sharma Oli, former prime minister and chairman of UML.', 'content' => '<p>January 29: With the end of political instability, the country now needs rapid and sustainable development to achieve economic prosperity, said KP Sharma Oli, former prime minister and chairman of UML.</p> <p>Speaking at a program in the capital, Oli said both private sector and government should work together to achieve economic prosperity in the country. The program was organised to felicitate the executive members elected by the 67<sup>th</sup> annual general meeting of Nepal Chamber of Commerce (NCC). He further added that he is aiming to alleviate poverty, and encouraging private sector of the country.</p> <p>Likewise, Rajesh Kaji Shakya, president of NCC, said that the country needs foreign investment to achieve economic prosperity.</p> <p>“The chamber has been holding talks with ambassadors of several countries to attract foreign investment in the country,” he said, adding that the country has huge possibility to attract foreign investment.</p> <p>The 67<sup>th</sup> AGM of NCC elected a 63-member executive committee led by President Rajesh Kaji Shakya.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-29', 'modified' => '2018-01-29', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7238', 'image' => '20180129050613_RAJ_1348.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-01-29 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7456', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => '‘Dami Sale’ at KL Tower', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'January 29: ‘Dami Sale’ has been kicked off at KL Tower in Chabahil offering 50 percent discount.', 'content' => '<p>January 29: ‘Dami Sale’ has been kicked off at KL Tower in Chabahil offering 50 percent discount.</p> <p>The month-long fair which started on Satruday, January 27, will have 45 stalls, informed the organisers in a statement.</p> <p>The programme organizer said that the visitors buying goods worth Rs 5,000 at the fair will get two free movie tickets. Similarly, two lucky customers will be provided with gift hampers worth Rs 5000 in purchase of goods above Rs 500.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-29', 'modified' => '2018-01-29', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7237', 'image' => '20180129045856_KL Sale Mela Photo.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-01-29 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7455', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Shivam Cement Sponsors Women Volleyball', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'January 29: Shivam Cement is sponsoring New Diamond Cup national open women’s volleyball competition from February 4 to 9.', 'content' => '<p>January 29: Shivam Cement is sponsoring New Diamond Cup national open women’s volleyball competition from February 4 to 9.</p> <p>Issuing a press statement, Shivam Cement said that the tournament will be played in league-cum-knockout format.</p> <p>As the title sponsor, the company will provide Rs 500,000 for the tournament. With this, the programme will be named as ‘Shivam New Diamond Cup National Open Women’s Volleyball Competition’.</p> <p>The participants will be divided into six teams.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-29', 'modified' => '2018-01-29', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7236', 'image' => '20180129045146_IMG_20180126_133919.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-01-29 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7454', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => '‘Social Media can Enhance Business’', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'January 29: Social media can become a means to enhance ones business, according to a prominent entrepreneur.', 'content' => '<p>January 29: Social media can become a means to enhance ones business, according to a prominent entrepreneur.</p> <p>Anil Basnet, founder of Metro Tarkaari, urged the would-be entrepreneurs, youth professionals and students to utilise social networking sites like Facebook to grow ‘your’ business.</p> <p>Basnet shared his experiences during the second session of X-Preneur, an inspirational and interactive event designed for startups, students and to be entrepreneurs held on Sunday, January 28. </p> <p> “Social media updates are very essential, especially for e-commerce business, and they can bring massive growth if used wisely,” he shared. </p> <p>However, in Nepal, most of the e-commerce sites over-focus on advertising their products and keep little effort for providing effective delivery and service to the customers.</p> <p>“Effective delivery is equally important to earn long-term customers and their trust,” said Basnet during the interaction organised by Clock b Innovations. He also shared that having multiple revenue model is important for startups for their sustainability.</p> <p>The interaction concluded with question and answer session. X-Preneur is a series of events which is held every 15 days at Kaffe Codes, Thapathali.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-29', 'modified' => '2018-01-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7235', 'image' => '20180130120522_DSC_0131.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-01-29 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7453', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Progressive Finance Starts Electronic Payment System', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'January 29: Nepal Clearing House Ltd (NCHL) and Progressive Finance Limited on Sunday, January 28, signed an agreement to initiate Inter-Bank Electronic Payment System (IPS) service.', 'content' => '<p>January 29: Nepal Clearing House Ltd (NCHL) and Progressive Finance Limited on Sunday, January 28, signed an agreement to initiate Inter-Bank Electronic Payment System (IPS) service.</p> <p>Nileshman Singh Pradhan, CEO of NCHL, and the CEO of the finance company, Bishal Humagain, signed the agreement on behalf of their respective companies. As per the agreement, NCHL will provide the system to the finance company for inter-banking electronic payment service.</p> <p>Under the NCHL Inter-Bank Electronic Payment System, customers can make electronic transaction with any of the member banks using this system.</p> <p>Services like money transfer, payment of dividend, IPO refund, bill payment, premium payment, social security allowance, pension/salary payment, and remittance payment can be done using this system, reads a joint statement issued by the companies.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-29', 'modified' => '2018-01-29', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7234', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-01-29 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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This will address the growing demand for higher efficiency trucks in Nepal. Good ergonomics and driver comfort are among the Captain’s highlights which include easy-to-reach controls, a mechanically suspended driver seat with multi-level adjustments, tiltable and telescopic steering column, air-conditioning and a music system,” reads the statement.</p> <p>According to IME Motors, the Captain series addresses three key areas – driver comfort, reliability and performance.</p> <p>Launched in 2014 in India, the Captain series are available in 16-49 tonnes variants which includes tippers, tractors and haulage vehicles.</p> <p>During the unveiling of the new Captain series in Nepal, Kapil Shiwakoti, CEO of IME Motors, stated that Ashok Leyland trucks have always captured a market position as a trustworthy brand.</p> <p> </p> <p>“And the new Captain has continued with this legacy and we are sure that it will live up to the expectation of the customers,” he said.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-30', 'modified' => '2018-01-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7248', 'image' => '20180130041158_Picture 2.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-01-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7466', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Nepal International Trade Fair-2018 from March 8', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'January 30: Federation of Nepalese Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI) has announced to organise Nepal International Trade Fair-2018 from March 8 to 12.', 'content' => '<p>January 30: Federation of Nepalese Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI) has announced to organise Nepal International Trade Fair-2018 from March 8 to 12.</p> <p>Besides the South Asian countries, China, Thailand and Malaysia will also participate in the five-day expo, informed FNCCI.</p> <p>There will be 300 stalls in the expo and the main attraction will be handicrafts product. Besides this, there will be separate stalls for IT and business information; agricultural products; energy; materials for building and construction; iron and steel; and automobiles.</p> <p>According to FNCCI President Bhawani Rana, the expo will help in promoting entrepreneurship and increase possibilities in entrepreneurial scene. “The expo is one of the means which will contribute to the economic growth of Nepal,” she said.</p> <p>Rana shared that Nepal has not only just been organising expo in the country but has also been participating in expo organised in different countries including India and China. Due to this, the financial trade relations of Nepal with India and China have been very strong, Rana said.</p> <p>According to Umesh Lal Shrestha, vice-president of FNCCI, the expo will play an important role in expanding the international trade relations of Nepal.</p> <p>The organizers are expecting around 200,000 visitors in the expo.</p> <p>In the last edition, more than 100,000 foreign and local visitors had observed the expo. There were 340 stalls in the expo last year, according to FNCCI.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-30', 'modified' => '2018-01-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7247', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-01-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7465', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Reliable Microfinance is Now Global IME Microfinance', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'January 30: Reliable Microfinance with its head office based at Benshi Sahar has been renamed as Global IME Microfinance Company.', 'content' => '<p>January 30: Reliable Microfinance with its head office based at Benshi Sahar has been renamed as Global IME Microfinance Company.</p> <p>The Company Registrar Office approved the new name of the company, which was passed by the company’s fifth AGM in last September. </p> <p>The company currently has been providing microfinance service in 15 districts through its 33 branch offices.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-30', 'modified' => '2018-01-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7246', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-01-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7462', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Promotion of MacCoffee in Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'January 29: A promotional programme of products manufactured by Malaysia-based Food Empire Holdings was held in Kathmandu recently. ', 'content' => '<p>January 29: A promotional programme of products manufactured by Malaysia-based Food Empire Holdings was held in Kathmandu recently. The products manufactured by the company includes MacCoffee, Classano Coffee and salt tea.</p> <p>Ahmad Phadil Ismail, Charge D’ Affaires (first secretary) of Malaysian Embassy in Nepal, said that MacCoffee is renowned all over the world.</p> <p>The chairman of Food Empire Holdings Ltd, Tan Wang Cheow, said that the company has been exporting its products to 50 countries across the world and has been manufacturing the products in six countries. The products are being distributed in Nepal by Arksh Group.</p> <p>The chairman of Arksh Group, Rajesh Kaji Shrestha, said that MacCoffee has been popular in Nepal since the last decade and added that discussions are underway to set up a factory of Classano Coffee and salt tea in Nepal.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-30', 'modified' => '2018-01-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7245', 'image' => '20180130012735_download.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-01-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7464', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Transportation charge of clinker goes up', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'January 30: The cement industries of Bara and Parsa have been compelled to import raw materials from a new station, which is 125 kilometers away from the earlier station, after the Indian Railways stopped unloading clinker at Raxaul station just across the border from December 22.', 'content' => '<p>January 30: The cement industries of Bara and Parsa have been compelled to import raw materials from a new station, which is 125 kilometers away from the earlier station, after the Indian Railways stopped unloading clinker at Raxaul station just across the border from December 22.</p> <p>The cement industries have started importing clinker from Narayanpur station which is near to Muzaffarpur, India.</p> <p>Anil Kumar Agrawal, vice president of Birgunj Chamber of Commerce and Industries (BCCI) and managing director of Shree Cement, blamed the government for being failing to solve the problems of the cement industries.</p> <p>According to him, 13 cement industries of Bara and Parsa are compelled to bring clinker at higher prices. Earlier, unloading clinker at Raxaul railway yard used to cost Rs 1,500 per metric tonne which now costs Rs 3,500.</p> <p>“We have to run our industry at any cost,” said Agrawal, adding, “We are getting raw materials by paying higher rate.”</p> <p>The Indian Railways prohibited unloading clinker at Raxaul following protests from the locals who claimed that the clinker had caused pollution. The locals of Raxaul even resorted to blocking the border check point.</p> <p>A local court directed the railway authorities to shift the clinker unloading spot to some other place.</p> <p>Nepal’s cement industries also blamed the local clinker producers of hiking the price in their own interests. According to a cement manufacturer, the cost of clinker has reached Rs 4,000 per metric ton. He mentioned that this has created problems for the cement industries in pricing. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-30', 'modified' => '2018-01-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7244', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-01-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7461', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Qatar Airways to Operate Latest Model of Airbus Next Month', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'January 30: Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Akbar Al Baker welcomed the arrival of the Airbus A350-1000 test aircraft to Qatar, as part of a special demonstration tour by Airbus. ', 'content' => '<p>January 30: Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Akbar Al Baker welcomed the arrival of the Airbus A350-1000 test aircraft to Qatar, as part of a special demonstration tour by Airbus. Qatar Airways said in a statement that the visit was the first stop by the advanced aircraft to 12 destinations throughout the Middle East and Asia Pacific, designed to showcase the aircraft’s exclusive features to airlines and passengers.</p> <p>Qatar Airways said it will operate the world’s very first A350-1000 in about a month. Qatar Airways has ordered 37 of the world’s most advanced passenger aircraft. The aircraft has been tailor-made with superior-quality cabins to meet Qatar Airway’s exacting specifications for its valued passengers.</p> <p> “We are delighted to welcome the Airbus A350-1000 test aircraft to Doha as part of its Demonstration Tour. Its arrival in Doha, as the first stop on this tour, has extra special significance for the people of Qatar, as Qatar Airways is the global launch customer for this incredible technologically-advanced aircraft. With this addition to our existing modern fleet, we will continue to set the standard in air travel for years to come,” said Al Baker, adding, “The delivery of the world’s first commercial A350-1000 next month is highly-anticipated by Qatar Airways passengers and employees. Our expert delivery staff have been working in partnership with Airbus to ensure a prompt entry into service so we can deliver outstanding levels of comfort, thanks to the A350-1000’s spacious cabins and advanced technology. We very much look forward to welcoming the A350-1000 into our growing fleet of more than 200 aircraft.”</p> <p>According to Qatar Airways, the test A350-1000 aircraft undertaking the 30,000 nautical mile tour, is one of the three such aircrafts owned by Airbus, and is equipped with fully functional Business Class and Economy Class cabins. The mid-sized long-haul aircraft is assembled by Airbus at its facility in Toulouse, France. The A350-1000 is 23 feet longer than its sister aircraft, the Airbus A350-900, for which Qatar Airways was also the global launch customer.</p> <p>The A350-1000 offers a substantial increase in capacity with extra seating onboard, a more powerful Rolls-Royce Trent XWB engine, a modified wing trailing edge and a new six-wheel main landing gear. It also provides enhanced levels of passenger comfort, thanks to its advanced light-weight carbon composite design and high-quality interior finish, reads the statement.</p> <p>Qatar Airways said it operates a wide range of Airbus passenger and cargo aircraft in its fleet, which is one of the youngest in the world, with an average age of just five years. In 2017 Qatar Airways was voted Skytrax ‘World’s Best Airline’ by travellers from around the world, as well as winning a raft of other major awards at last year’s ceremony, including ‘Best Airline in the Middle East,’ World’s Best Business Class’ and ‘World’s Best First Class Airline Lounge.’</p> <p>Qatar Airways flies to more than 150 key business and leisure destinations across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia Pacific, North America and South America. The airline said it is launching a host of exciting new destinations in 2018, including Penang, Malaysia; Canberra, Australia; and Cardiff, UK, to name just a few.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-30', 'modified' => '2018-01-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7243', 'image' => '20180130011144_airbus.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-01-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7463', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Sanima Bank Opens Branches at Four Places', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'January 30: Sanima Bank has opened its branches in four new places in accordance to the policy of Nepal government to extend banking service all over the nation.', 'content' => '<p>January 30: Sanima Bank has opened its branches in four new places in accordance to the policy of Nepal government to extend banking service all over the nation.</p> <p>The bank opened a branch each at Amar Singh Chowk, Bagar and Birauta of Pokhara on Sunday, January 28 and at Tulsipur of Dang the following day.</p> <p>The bank’s chairman, Binaya Kumar Shrestha and renowned comedian duo Madan Krishna Shrestha and Hari Bansha Acharya jointly inaugurated the branches.</p> <p>At present, the bank has been providing its service across the country through its network of 51 branches, one extension counter, and 60 ATM outlets.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-30', 'modified' => '2018-01-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7242', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-01-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7460', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Kailash Bank Opens Branch at Dhangadhi', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'January 30: Kailash Bikas Bank has opened its branch in Far-western Development Region.', 'content' => '<p>January 30: Kailash Bikas Bank has opened its branch in Far-western Development Region. With an aim to extend banking service in all provinces across the nation, the bank said it opened the branch in the capital of Province-7, Dhangadhi.</p> <p>Ramesh Acharya, acting director of Nepal Rastra Bank, inaugurated the branch amid a function on Monday, January 29. With this, the bank now has 43 branches and 22 ATM outlets.</p> <p>According to the bank, it has adopted a strategy to extend its branches in Bhairahawa, Damak, Biratnagar and Birgunj as well in the near future.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-30', 'modified' => '2018-01-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7241', 'image' => '20180130125513_20180129_113215.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-01-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7458', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Citizens Bank Feeds Senior Citizen', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'January 30: Citizens Bank has provided food to senior citizens on the occasion of its anniversary.', 'content' => '<p>January 30: Citizens Bank has provided food to senior citizens on the occasion of its anniversary.</p> <p>Issuing a press statement, the bank said it provided food to more than 40 elderly people of Nisahaaya Sewa Sadan Jestha Nagarik Aawas Griha of Min Bhawan.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-30', 'modified' => '2018-01-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7240', 'image' => '20180130123333_citizens bank.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-01-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7459', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Nabil Foundation Funds CWIN-Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'January 30: Nabil Foundation, a social service wing of Nabil Bank, has provided financial support to promote the website of CWIN-Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>January 30: Nabil Foundation, a social service wing of Nabil Bank, has provided financial support to promote the website of CWIN-Nepal. The foundation provided Rs 150,000 to the organization which has been working for the welfare of children in Nepal.</p> <p>Chairman of the foundation Dayaram Gopal Agrawal and Nabil Bank’s promoter Pratap Kumar Pathak handed over a cheque to the President of CWIN-Nepal, Madhav Pradhan, amid a function held in CWIN at Naikap.</p> <p>Agrawal said that the foundation provided the support to the organization under its corporate social responsibility and such contribution will be continue in the coming days as well.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-30', 'modified' => '2018-01-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7239', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-01-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7457', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Country needs Rapid and Sustainable Development: Oli', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'January 29: With the end of political instability, the country now needs rapid and sustainable development to achieve economic prosperity, said KP Sharma Oli, former prime minister and chairman of UML.', 'content' => '<p>January 29: With the end of political instability, the country now needs rapid and sustainable development to achieve economic prosperity, said KP Sharma Oli, former prime minister and chairman of UML.</p> <p>Speaking at a program in the capital, Oli said both private sector and government should work together to achieve economic prosperity in the country. The program was organised to felicitate the executive members elected by the 67<sup>th</sup> annual general meeting of Nepal Chamber of Commerce (NCC). He further added that he is aiming to alleviate poverty, and encouraging private sector of the country.</p> <p>Likewise, Rajesh Kaji Shakya, president of NCC, said that the country needs foreign investment to achieve economic prosperity.</p> <p>“The chamber has been holding talks with ambassadors of several countries to attract foreign investment in the country,” he said, adding that the country has huge possibility to attract foreign investment.</p> <p>The 67<sup>th</sup> AGM of NCC elected a 63-member executive committee led by President Rajesh Kaji Shakya.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-29', 'modified' => '2018-01-29', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7238', 'image' => '20180129050613_RAJ_1348.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-01-29 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7456', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => '‘Dami Sale’ at KL Tower', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'January 29: ‘Dami Sale’ has been kicked off at KL Tower in Chabahil offering 50 percent discount.', 'content' => '<p>January 29: ‘Dami Sale’ has been kicked off at KL Tower in Chabahil offering 50 percent discount.</p> <p>The month-long fair which started on Satruday, January 27, will have 45 stalls, informed the organisers in a statement.</p> <p>The programme organizer said that the visitors buying goods worth Rs 5,000 at the fair will get two free movie tickets. Similarly, two lucky customers will be provided with gift hampers worth Rs 5000 in purchase of goods above Rs 500.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-29', 'modified' => '2018-01-29', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7237', 'image' => '20180129045856_KL Sale Mela Photo.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-01-29 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7455', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Shivam Cement Sponsors Women Volleyball', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'January 29: Shivam Cement is sponsoring New Diamond Cup national open women’s volleyball competition from February 4 to 9.', 'content' => '<p>January 29: Shivam Cement is sponsoring New Diamond Cup national open women’s volleyball competition from February 4 to 9.</p> <p>Issuing a press statement, Shivam Cement said that the tournament will be played in league-cum-knockout format.</p> <p>As the title sponsor, the company will provide Rs 500,000 for the tournament. With this, the programme will be named as ‘Shivam New Diamond Cup National Open Women’s Volleyball Competition’.</p> <p>The participants will be divided into six teams.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-29', 'modified' => '2018-01-29', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7236', 'image' => '20180129045146_IMG_20180126_133919.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-01-29 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7454', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => '‘Social Media can Enhance Business’', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'January 29: Social media can become a means to enhance ones business, according to a prominent entrepreneur.', 'content' => '<p>January 29: Social media can become a means to enhance ones business, according to a prominent entrepreneur.</p> <p>Anil Basnet, founder of Metro Tarkaari, urged the would-be entrepreneurs, youth professionals and students to utilise social networking sites like Facebook to grow ‘your’ business.</p> <p>Basnet shared his experiences during the second session of X-Preneur, an inspirational and interactive event designed for startups, students and to be entrepreneurs held on Sunday, January 28. </p> <p> “Social media updates are very essential, especially for e-commerce business, and they can bring massive growth if used wisely,” he shared. </p> <p>However, in Nepal, most of the e-commerce sites over-focus on advertising their products and keep little effort for providing effective delivery and service to the customers.</p> <p>“Effective delivery is equally important to earn long-term customers and their trust,” said Basnet during the interaction organised by Clock b Innovations. He also shared that having multiple revenue model is important for startups for their sustainability.</p> <p>The interaction concluded with question and answer session. X-Preneur is a series of events which is held every 15 days at Kaffe Codes, Thapathali.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-29', 'modified' => '2018-01-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7235', 'image' => '20180130120522_DSC_0131.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-01-29 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7453', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Progressive Finance Starts Electronic Payment System', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'January 29: Nepal Clearing House Ltd (NCHL) and Progressive Finance Limited on Sunday, January 28, signed an agreement to initiate Inter-Bank Electronic Payment System (IPS) service.', 'content' => '<p>January 29: Nepal Clearing House Ltd (NCHL) and Progressive Finance Limited on Sunday, January 28, signed an agreement to initiate Inter-Bank Electronic Payment System (IPS) service.</p> <p>Nileshman Singh Pradhan, CEO of NCHL, and the CEO of the finance company, Bishal Humagain, signed the agreement on behalf of their respective companies. As per the agreement, NCHL will provide the system to the finance company for inter-banking electronic payment service.</p> <p>Under the NCHL Inter-Bank Electronic Payment System, customers can make electronic transaction with any of the member banks using this system.</p> <p>Services like money transfer, payment of dividend, IPO refund, bill payment, premium payment, social security allowance, pension/salary payment, and remittance payment can be done using this system, reads a joint statement issued by the companies.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-29', 'modified' => '2018-01-29', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7234', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-01-29 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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This will address the growing demand for higher efficiency trucks in Nepal. Good ergonomics and driver comfort are among the Captain’s highlights which include easy-to-reach controls, a mechanically suspended driver seat with multi-level adjustments, tiltable and telescopic steering column, air-conditioning and a music system,” reads the statement.</p> <p>According to IME Motors, the Captain series addresses three key areas – driver comfort, reliability and performance.</p> <p>Launched in 2014 in India, the Captain series are available in 16-49 tonnes variants which includes tippers, tractors and haulage vehicles.</p> <p>During the unveiling of the new Captain series in Nepal, Kapil Shiwakoti, CEO of IME Motors, stated that Ashok Leyland trucks have always captured a market position as a trustworthy brand.</p> <p> </p> <p>“And the new Captain has continued with this legacy and we are sure that it will live up to the expectation of the customers,” he said.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-30', 'modified' => '2018-01-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7248', 'image' => '20180130041158_Picture 2.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-01-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7466', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Nepal International Trade Fair-2018 from March 8', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'January 30: Federation of Nepalese Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI) has announced to organise Nepal International Trade Fair-2018 from March 8 to 12.', 'content' => '<p>January 30: Federation of Nepalese Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI) has announced to organise Nepal International Trade Fair-2018 from March 8 to 12.</p> <p>Besides the South Asian countries, China, Thailand and Malaysia will also participate in the five-day expo, informed FNCCI.</p> <p>There will be 300 stalls in the expo and the main attraction will be handicrafts product. Besides this, there will be separate stalls for IT and business information; agricultural products; energy; materials for building and construction; iron and steel; and automobiles.</p> <p>According to FNCCI President Bhawani Rana, the expo will help in promoting entrepreneurship and increase possibilities in entrepreneurial scene. “The expo is one of the means which will contribute to the economic growth of Nepal,” she said.</p> <p>Rana shared that Nepal has not only just been organising expo in the country but has also been participating in expo organised in different countries including India and China. Due to this, the financial trade relations of Nepal with India and China have been very strong, Rana said.</p> <p>According to Umesh Lal Shrestha, vice-president of FNCCI, the expo will play an important role in expanding the international trade relations of Nepal.</p> <p>The organizers are expecting around 200,000 visitors in the expo.</p> <p>In the last edition, more than 100,000 foreign and local visitors had observed the expo. There were 340 stalls in the expo last year, according to FNCCI.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-30', 'modified' => '2018-01-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7247', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-01-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7465', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Reliable Microfinance is Now Global IME Microfinance', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'January 30: Reliable Microfinance with its head office based at Benshi Sahar has been renamed as Global IME Microfinance Company.', 'content' => '<p>January 30: Reliable Microfinance with its head office based at Benshi Sahar has been renamed as Global IME Microfinance Company.</p> <p>The Company Registrar Office approved the new name of the company, which was passed by the company’s fifth AGM in last September. </p> <p>The company currently has been providing microfinance service in 15 districts through its 33 branch offices.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-30', 'modified' => '2018-01-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7246', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-01-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7462', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Promotion of MacCoffee in Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'January 29: A promotional programme of products manufactured by Malaysia-based Food Empire Holdings was held in Kathmandu recently. ', 'content' => '<p>January 29: A promotional programme of products manufactured by Malaysia-based Food Empire Holdings was held in Kathmandu recently. The products manufactured by the company includes MacCoffee, Classano Coffee and salt tea.</p> <p>Ahmad Phadil Ismail, Charge D’ Affaires (first secretary) of Malaysian Embassy in Nepal, said that MacCoffee is renowned all over the world.</p> <p>The chairman of Food Empire Holdings Ltd, Tan Wang Cheow, said that the company has been exporting its products to 50 countries across the world and has been manufacturing the products in six countries. The products are being distributed in Nepal by Arksh Group.</p> <p>The chairman of Arksh Group, Rajesh Kaji Shrestha, said that MacCoffee has been popular in Nepal since the last decade and added that discussions are underway to set up a factory of Classano Coffee and salt tea in Nepal.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-30', 'modified' => '2018-01-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7245', 'image' => '20180130012735_download.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-01-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7464', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Transportation charge of clinker goes up', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'January 30: The cement industries of Bara and Parsa have been compelled to import raw materials from a new station, which is 125 kilometers away from the earlier station, after the Indian Railways stopped unloading clinker at Raxaul station just across the border from December 22.', 'content' => '<p>January 30: The cement industries of Bara and Parsa have been compelled to import raw materials from a new station, which is 125 kilometers away from the earlier station, after the Indian Railways stopped unloading clinker at Raxaul station just across the border from December 22.</p> <p>The cement industries have started importing clinker from Narayanpur station which is near to Muzaffarpur, India.</p> <p>Anil Kumar Agrawal, vice president of Birgunj Chamber of Commerce and Industries (BCCI) and managing director of Shree Cement, blamed the government for being failing to solve the problems of the cement industries.</p> <p>According to him, 13 cement industries of Bara and Parsa are compelled to bring clinker at higher prices. Earlier, unloading clinker at Raxaul railway yard used to cost Rs 1,500 per metric tonne which now costs Rs 3,500.</p> <p>“We have to run our industry at any cost,” said Agrawal, adding, “We are getting raw materials by paying higher rate.”</p> <p>The Indian Railways prohibited unloading clinker at Raxaul following protests from the locals who claimed that the clinker had caused pollution. The locals of Raxaul even resorted to blocking the border check point.</p> <p>A local court directed the railway authorities to shift the clinker unloading spot to some other place.</p> <p>Nepal’s cement industries also blamed the local clinker producers of hiking the price in their own interests. According to a cement manufacturer, the cost of clinker has reached Rs 4,000 per metric ton. He mentioned that this has created problems for the cement industries in pricing. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-30', 'modified' => '2018-01-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7244', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-01-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7461', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Qatar Airways to Operate Latest Model of Airbus Next Month', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'January 30: Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Akbar Al Baker welcomed the arrival of the Airbus A350-1000 test aircraft to Qatar, as part of a special demonstration tour by Airbus. ', 'content' => '<p>January 30: Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Akbar Al Baker welcomed the arrival of the Airbus A350-1000 test aircraft to Qatar, as part of a special demonstration tour by Airbus. Qatar Airways said in a statement that the visit was the first stop by the advanced aircraft to 12 destinations throughout the Middle East and Asia Pacific, designed to showcase the aircraft’s exclusive features to airlines and passengers.</p> <p>Qatar Airways said it will operate the world’s very first A350-1000 in about a month. Qatar Airways has ordered 37 of the world’s most advanced passenger aircraft. The aircraft has been tailor-made with superior-quality cabins to meet Qatar Airway’s exacting specifications for its valued passengers.</p> <p> “We are delighted to welcome the Airbus A350-1000 test aircraft to Doha as part of its Demonstration Tour. Its arrival in Doha, as the first stop on this tour, has extra special significance for the people of Qatar, as Qatar Airways is the global launch customer for this incredible technologically-advanced aircraft. With this addition to our existing modern fleet, we will continue to set the standard in air travel for years to come,” said Al Baker, adding, “The delivery of the world’s first commercial A350-1000 next month is highly-anticipated by Qatar Airways passengers and employees. Our expert delivery staff have been working in partnership with Airbus to ensure a prompt entry into service so we can deliver outstanding levels of comfort, thanks to the A350-1000’s spacious cabins and advanced technology. We very much look forward to welcoming the A350-1000 into our growing fleet of more than 200 aircraft.”</p> <p>According to Qatar Airways, the test A350-1000 aircraft undertaking the 30,000 nautical mile tour, is one of the three such aircrafts owned by Airbus, and is equipped with fully functional Business Class and Economy Class cabins. The mid-sized long-haul aircraft is assembled by Airbus at its facility in Toulouse, France. The A350-1000 is 23 feet longer than its sister aircraft, the Airbus A350-900, for which Qatar Airways was also the global launch customer.</p> <p>The A350-1000 offers a substantial increase in capacity with extra seating onboard, a more powerful Rolls-Royce Trent XWB engine, a modified wing trailing edge and a new six-wheel main landing gear. It also provides enhanced levels of passenger comfort, thanks to its advanced light-weight carbon composite design and high-quality interior finish, reads the statement.</p> <p>Qatar Airways said it operates a wide range of Airbus passenger and cargo aircraft in its fleet, which is one of the youngest in the world, with an average age of just five years. In 2017 Qatar Airways was voted Skytrax ‘World’s Best Airline’ by travellers from around the world, as well as winning a raft of other major awards at last year’s ceremony, including ‘Best Airline in the Middle East,’ World’s Best Business Class’ and ‘World’s Best First Class Airline Lounge.’</p> <p>Qatar Airways flies to more than 150 key business and leisure destinations across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia Pacific, North America and South America. The airline said it is launching a host of exciting new destinations in 2018, including Penang, Malaysia; Canberra, Australia; and Cardiff, UK, to name just a few.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-30', 'modified' => '2018-01-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7243', 'image' => '20180130011144_airbus.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-01-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7463', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Sanima Bank Opens Branches at Four Places', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'January 30: Sanima Bank has opened its branches in four new places in accordance to the policy of Nepal government to extend banking service all over the nation.', 'content' => '<p>January 30: Sanima Bank has opened its branches in four new places in accordance to the policy of Nepal government to extend banking service all over the nation.</p> <p>The bank opened a branch each at Amar Singh Chowk, Bagar and Birauta of Pokhara on Sunday, January 28 and at Tulsipur of Dang the following day.</p> <p>The bank’s chairman, Binaya Kumar Shrestha and renowned comedian duo Madan Krishna Shrestha and Hari Bansha Acharya jointly inaugurated the branches.</p> <p>At present, the bank has been providing its service across the country through its network of 51 branches, one extension counter, and 60 ATM outlets.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-30', 'modified' => '2018-01-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7242', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-01-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7460', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Kailash Bank Opens Branch at Dhangadhi', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'January 30: Kailash Bikas Bank has opened its branch in Far-western Development Region.', 'content' => '<p>January 30: Kailash Bikas Bank has opened its branch in Far-western Development Region. With an aim to extend banking service in all provinces across the nation, the bank said it opened the branch in the capital of Province-7, Dhangadhi.</p> <p>Ramesh Acharya, acting director of Nepal Rastra Bank, inaugurated the branch amid a function on Monday, January 29. With this, the bank now has 43 branches and 22 ATM outlets.</p> <p>According to the bank, it has adopted a strategy to extend its branches in Bhairahawa, Damak, Biratnagar and Birgunj as well in the near future.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-30', 'modified' => '2018-01-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7241', 'image' => '20180130125513_20180129_113215.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-01-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7458', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Citizens Bank Feeds Senior Citizen', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'January 30: Citizens Bank has provided food to senior citizens on the occasion of its anniversary.', 'content' => '<p>January 30: Citizens Bank has provided food to senior citizens on the occasion of its anniversary.</p> <p>Issuing a press statement, the bank said it provided food to more than 40 elderly people of Nisahaaya Sewa Sadan Jestha Nagarik Aawas Griha of Min Bhawan.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-30', 'modified' => '2018-01-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7240', 'image' => '20180130123333_citizens bank.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-01-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7459', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Nabil Foundation Funds CWIN-Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'January 30: Nabil Foundation, a social service wing of Nabil Bank, has provided financial support to promote the website of CWIN-Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>January 30: Nabil Foundation, a social service wing of Nabil Bank, has provided financial support to promote the website of CWIN-Nepal. The foundation provided Rs 150,000 to the organization which has been working for the welfare of children in Nepal.</p> <p>Chairman of the foundation Dayaram Gopal Agrawal and Nabil Bank’s promoter Pratap Kumar Pathak handed over a cheque to the President of CWIN-Nepal, Madhav Pradhan, amid a function held in CWIN at Naikap.</p> <p>Agrawal said that the foundation provided the support to the organization under its corporate social responsibility and such contribution will be continue in the coming days as well.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-30', 'modified' => '2018-01-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7239', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-01-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7457', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Country needs Rapid and Sustainable Development: Oli', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'January 29: With the end of political instability, the country now needs rapid and sustainable development to achieve economic prosperity, said KP Sharma Oli, former prime minister and chairman of UML.', 'content' => '<p>January 29: With the end of political instability, the country now needs rapid and sustainable development to achieve economic prosperity, said KP Sharma Oli, former prime minister and chairman of UML.</p> <p>Speaking at a program in the capital, Oli said both private sector and government should work together to achieve economic prosperity in the country. The program was organised to felicitate the executive members elected by the 67<sup>th</sup> annual general meeting of Nepal Chamber of Commerce (NCC). He further added that he is aiming to alleviate poverty, and encouraging private sector of the country.</p> <p>Likewise, Rajesh Kaji Shakya, president of NCC, said that the country needs foreign investment to achieve economic prosperity.</p> <p>“The chamber has been holding talks with ambassadors of several countries to attract foreign investment in the country,” he said, adding that the country has huge possibility to attract foreign investment.</p> <p>The 67<sup>th</sup> AGM of NCC elected a 63-member executive committee led by President Rajesh Kaji Shakya.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-29', 'modified' => '2018-01-29', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7238', 'image' => '20180129050613_RAJ_1348.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-01-29 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7456', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => '‘Dami Sale’ at KL Tower', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'January 29: ‘Dami Sale’ has been kicked off at KL Tower in Chabahil offering 50 percent discount.', 'content' => '<p>January 29: ‘Dami Sale’ has been kicked off at KL Tower in Chabahil offering 50 percent discount.</p> <p>The month-long fair which started on Satruday, January 27, will have 45 stalls, informed the organisers in a statement.</p> <p>The programme organizer said that the visitors buying goods worth Rs 5,000 at the fair will get two free movie tickets. Similarly, two lucky customers will be provided with gift hampers worth Rs 5000 in purchase of goods above Rs 500.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-29', 'modified' => '2018-01-29', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7237', 'image' => '20180129045856_KL Sale Mela Photo.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-01-29 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7455', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Shivam Cement Sponsors Women Volleyball', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'January 29: Shivam Cement is sponsoring New Diamond Cup national open women’s volleyball competition from February 4 to 9.', 'content' => '<p>January 29: Shivam Cement is sponsoring New Diamond Cup national open women’s volleyball competition from February 4 to 9.</p> <p>Issuing a press statement, Shivam Cement said that the tournament will be played in league-cum-knockout format.</p> <p>As the title sponsor, the company will provide Rs 500,000 for the tournament. With this, the programme will be named as ‘Shivam New Diamond Cup National Open Women’s Volleyball Competition’.</p> <p>The participants will be divided into six teams.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-29', 'modified' => '2018-01-29', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7236', 'image' => '20180129045146_IMG_20180126_133919.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-01-29 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7454', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => '‘Social Media can Enhance Business’', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'January 29: Social media can become a means to enhance ones business, according to a prominent entrepreneur.', 'content' => '<p>January 29: Social media can become a means to enhance ones business, according to a prominent entrepreneur.</p> <p>Anil Basnet, founder of Metro Tarkaari, urged the would-be entrepreneurs, youth professionals and students to utilise social networking sites like Facebook to grow ‘your’ business.</p> <p>Basnet shared his experiences during the second session of X-Preneur, an inspirational and interactive event designed for startups, students and to be entrepreneurs held on Sunday, January 28. </p> <p> “Social media updates are very essential, especially for e-commerce business, and they can bring massive growth if used wisely,” he shared. </p> <p>However, in Nepal, most of the e-commerce sites over-focus on advertising their products and keep little effort for providing effective delivery and service to the customers.</p> <p>“Effective delivery is equally important to earn long-term customers and their trust,” said Basnet during the interaction organised by Clock b Innovations. He also shared that having multiple revenue model is important for startups for their sustainability.</p> <p>The interaction concluded with question and answer session. X-Preneur is a series of events which is held every 15 days at Kaffe Codes, Thapathali.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-29', 'modified' => '2018-01-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7235', 'image' => '20180130120522_DSC_0131.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-01-29 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7453', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Progressive Finance Starts Electronic Payment System', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'January 29: Nepal Clearing House Ltd (NCHL) and Progressive Finance Limited on Sunday, January 28, signed an agreement to initiate Inter-Bank Electronic Payment System (IPS) service.', 'content' => '<p>January 29: Nepal Clearing House Ltd (NCHL) and Progressive Finance Limited on Sunday, January 28, signed an agreement to initiate Inter-Bank Electronic Payment System (IPS) service.</p> <p>Nileshman Singh Pradhan, CEO of NCHL, and the CEO of the finance company, Bishal Humagain, signed the agreement on behalf of their respective companies. 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This will address the growing demand for higher efficiency trucks in Nepal. Good ergonomics and driver comfort are among the Captain’s highlights which include easy-to-reach controls, a mechanically suspended driver seat with multi-level adjustments, tiltable and telescopic steering column, air-conditioning and a music system,” reads the statement.</p> <p>According to IME Motors, the Captain series addresses three key areas – driver comfort, reliability and performance.</p> <p>Launched in 2014 in India, the Captain series are available in 16-49 tonnes variants which includes tippers, tractors and haulage vehicles.</p> <p>During the unveiling of the new Captain series in Nepal, Kapil Shiwakoti, CEO of IME Motors, stated that Ashok Leyland trucks have always captured a market position as a trustworthy brand.</p> <p> </p> <p>“And the new Captain has continued with this legacy and we are sure that it will live up to the expectation of the customers,” he said.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-30', 'modified' => '2018-01-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7248', 'image' => '20180130041158_Picture 2.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-01-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7466', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Nepal International Trade Fair-2018 from March 8', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'January 30: Federation of Nepalese Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI) has announced to organise Nepal International Trade Fair-2018 from March 8 to 12.', 'content' => '<p>January 30: Federation of Nepalese Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI) has announced to organise Nepal International Trade Fair-2018 from March 8 to 12.</p> <p>Besides the South Asian countries, China, Thailand and Malaysia will also participate in the five-day expo, informed FNCCI.</p> <p>There will be 300 stalls in the expo and the main attraction will be handicrafts product. Besides this, there will be separate stalls for IT and business information; agricultural products; energy; materials for building and construction; iron and steel; and automobiles.</p> <p>According to FNCCI President Bhawani Rana, the expo will help in promoting entrepreneurship and increase possibilities in entrepreneurial scene. “The expo is one of the means which will contribute to the economic growth of Nepal,” she said.</p> <p>Rana shared that Nepal has not only just been organising expo in the country but has also been participating in expo organised in different countries including India and China. Due to this, the financial trade relations of Nepal with India and China have been very strong, Rana said.</p> <p>According to Umesh Lal Shrestha, vice-president of FNCCI, the expo will play an important role in expanding the international trade relations of Nepal.</p> <p>The organizers are expecting around 200,000 visitors in the expo.</p> <p>In the last edition, more than 100,000 foreign and local visitors had observed the expo. There were 340 stalls in the expo last year, according to FNCCI.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-30', 'modified' => '2018-01-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7247', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-01-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7465', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Reliable Microfinance is Now Global IME Microfinance', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'January 30: Reliable Microfinance with its head office based at Benshi Sahar has been renamed as Global IME Microfinance Company.', 'content' => '<p>January 30: Reliable Microfinance with its head office based at Benshi Sahar has been renamed as Global IME Microfinance Company.</p> <p>The Company Registrar Office approved the new name of the company, which was passed by the company’s fifth AGM in last September. </p> <p>The company currently has been providing microfinance service in 15 districts through its 33 branch offices.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-30', 'modified' => '2018-01-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7246', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-01-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7462', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Promotion of MacCoffee in Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'January 29: A promotional programme of products manufactured by Malaysia-based Food Empire Holdings was held in Kathmandu recently. ', 'content' => '<p>January 29: A promotional programme of products manufactured by Malaysia-based Food Empire Holdings was held in Kathmandu recently. The products manufactured by the company includes MacCoffee, Classano Coffee and salt tea.</p> <p>Ahmad Phadil Ismail, Charge D’ Affaires (first secretary) of Malaysian Embassy in Nepal, said that MacCoffee is renowned all over the world.</p> <p>The chairman of Food Empire Holdings Ltd, Tan Wang Cheow, said that the company has been exporting its products to 50 countries across the world and has been manufacturing the products in six countries. The products are being distributed in Nepal by Arksh Group.</p> <p>The chairman of Arksh Group, Rajesh Kaji Shrestha, said that MacCoffee has been popular in Nepal since the last decade and added that discussions are underway to set up a factory of Classano Coffee and salt tea in Nepal.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-30', 'modified' => '2018-01-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7245', 'image' => '20180130012735_download.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-01-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7464', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Transportation charge of clinker goes up', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'January 30: The cement industries of Bara and Parsa have been compelled to import raw materials from a new station, which is 125 kilometers away from the earlier station, after the Indian Railways stopped unloading clinker at Raxaul station just across the border from December 22.', 'content' => '<p>January 30: The cement industries of Bara and Parsa have been compelled to import raw materials from a new station, which is 125 kilometers away from the earlier station, after the Indian Railways stopped unloading clinker at Raxaul station just across the border from December 22.</p> <p>The cement industries have started importing clinker from Narayanpur station which is near to Muzaffarpur, India.</p> <p>Anil Kumar Agrawal, vice president of Birgunj Chamber of Commerce and Industries (BCCI) and managing director of Shree Cement, blamed the government for being failing to solve the problems of the cement industries.</p> <p>According to him, 13 cement industries of Bara and Parsa are compelled to bring clinker at higher prices. Earlier, unloading clinker at Raxaul railway yard used to cost Rs 1,500 per metric tonne which now costs Rs 3,500.</p> <p>“We have to run our industry at any cost,” said Agrawal, adding, “We are getting raw materials by paying higher rate.”</p> <p>The Indian Railways prohibited unloading clinker at Raxaul following protests from the locals who claimed that the clinker had caused pollution. The locals of Raxaul even resorted to blocking the border check point.</p> <p>A local court directed the railway authorities to shift the clinker unloading spot to some other place.</p> <p>Nepal’s cement industries also blamed the local clinker producers of hiking the price in their own interests. According to a cement manufacturer, the cost of clinker has reached Rs 4,000 per metric ton. He mentioned that this has created problems for the cement industries in pricing. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-30', 'modified' => '2018-01-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7244', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-01-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7461', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Qatar Airways to Operate Latest Model of Airbus Next Month', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'January 30: Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Akbar Al Baker welcomed the arrival of the Airbus A350-1000 test aircraft to Qatar, as part of a special demonstration tour by Airbus. ', 'content' => '<p>January 30: Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Akbar Al Baker welcomed the arrival of the Airbus A350-1000 test aircraft to Qatar, as part of a special demonstration tour by Airbus. Qatar Airways said in a statement that the visit was the first stop by the advanced aircraft to 12 destinations throughout the Middle East and Asia Pacific, designed to showcase the aircraft’s exclusive features to airlines and passengers.</p> <p>Qatar Airways said it will operate the world’s very first A350-1000 in about a month. Qatar Airways has ordered 37 of the world’s most advanced passenger aircraft. The aircraft has been tailor-made with superior-quality cabins to meet Qatar Airway’s exacting specifications for its valued passengers.</p> <p> “We are delighted to welcome the Airbus A350-1000 test aircraft to Doha as part of its Demonstration Tour. Its arrival in Doha, as the first stop on this tour, has extra special significance for the people of Qatar, as Qatar Airways is the global launch customer for this incredible technologically-advanced aircraft. With this addition to our existing modern fleet, we will continue to set the standard in air travel for years to come,” said Al Baker, adding, “The delivery of the world’s first commercial A350-1000 next month is highly-anticipated by Qatar Airways passengers and employees. Our expert delivery staff have been working in partnership with Airbus to ensure a prompt entry into service so we can deliver outstanding levels of comfort, thanks to the A350-1000’s spacious cabins and advanced technology. We very much look forward to welcoming the A350-1000 into our growing fleet of more than 200 aircraft.”</p> <p>According to Qatar Airways, the test A350-1000 aircraft undertaking the 30,000 nautical mile tour, is one of the three such aircrafts owned by Airbus, and is equipped with fully functional Business Class and Economy Class cabins. The mid-sized long-haul aircraft is assembled by Airbus at its facility in Toulouse, France. The A350-1000 is 23 feet longer than its sister aircraft, the Airbus A350-900, for which Qatar Airways was also the global launch customer.</p> <p>The A350-1000 offers a substantial increase in capacity with extra seating onboard, a more powerful Rolls-Royce Trent XWB engine, a modified wing trailing edge and a new six-wheel main landing gear. It also provides enhanced levels of passenger comfort, thanks to its advanced light-weight carbon composite design and high-quality interior finish, reads the statement.</p> <p>Qatar Airways said it operates a wide range of Airbus passenger and cargo aircraft in its fleet, which is one of the youngest in the world, with an average age of just five years. In 2017 Qatar Airways was voted Skytrax ‘World’s Best Airline’ by travellers from around the world, as well as winning a raft of other major awards at last year’s ceremony, including ‘Best Airline in the Middle East,’ World’s Best Business Class’ and ‘World’s Best First Class Airline Lounge.’</p> <p>Qatar Airways flies to more than 150 key business and leisure destinations across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia Pacific, North America and South America. The airline said it is launching a host of exciting new destinations in 2018, including Penang, Malaysia; Canberra, Australia; and Cardiff, UK, to name just a few.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-30', 'modified' => '2018-01-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7243', 'image' => '20180130011144_airbus.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-01-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7463', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Sanima Bank Opens Branches at Four Places', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'January 30: Sanima Bank has opened its branches in four new places in accordance to the policy of Nepal government to extend banking service all over the nation.', 'content' => '<p>January 30: Sanima Bank has opened its branches in four new places in accordance to the policy of Nepal government to extend banking service all over the nation.</p> <p>The bank opened a branch each at Amar Singh Chowk, Bagar and Birauta of Pokhara on Sunday, January 28 and at Tulsipur of Dang the following day.</p> <p>The bank’s chairman, Binaya Kumar Shrestha and renowned comedian duo Madan Krishna Shrestha and Hari Bansha Acharya jointly inaugurated the branches.</p> <p>At present, the bank has been providing its service across the country through its network of 51 branches, one extension counter, and 60 ATM outlets.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-30', 'modified' => '2018-01-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7242', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-01-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7460', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Kailash Bank Opens Branch at Dhangadhi', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'January 30: Kailash Bikas Bank has opened its branch in Far-western Development Region.', 'content' => '<p>January 30: Kailash Bikas Bank has opened its branch in Far-western Development Region. With an aim to extend banking service in all provinces across the nation, the bank said it opened the branch in the capital of Province-7, Dhangadhi.</p> <p>Ramesh Acharya, acting director of Nepal Rastra Bank, inaugurated the branch amid a function on Monday, January 29. With this, the bank now has 43 branches and 22 ATM outlets.</p> <p>According to the bank, it has adopted a strategy to extend its branches in Bhairahawa, Damak, Biratnagar and Birgunj as well in the near future.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-30', 'modified' => '2018-01-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7241', 'image' => '20180130125513_20180129_113215.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-01-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7458', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Citizens Bank Feeds Senior Citizen', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'January 30: Citizens Bank has provided food to senior citizens on the occasion of its anniversary.', 'content' => '<p>January 30: Citizens Bank has provided food to senior citizens on the occasion of its anniversary.</p> <p>Issuing a press statement, the bank said it provided food to more than 40 elderly people of Nisahaaya Sewa Sadan Jestha Nagarik Aawas Griha of Min Bhawan.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-30', 'modified' => '2018-01-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7240', 'image' => '20180130123333_citizens bank.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-01-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7459', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Nabil Foundation Funds CWIN-Nepal', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'January 30: Nabil Foundation, a social service wing of Nabil Bank, has provided financial support to promote the website of CWIN-Nepal.', 'content' => '<p>January 30: Nabil Foundation, a social service wing of Nabil Bank, has provided financial support to promote the website of CWIN-Nepal. The foundation provided Rs 150,000 to the organization which has been working for the welfare of children in Nepal.</p> <p>Chairman of the foundation Dayaram Gopal Agrawal and Nabil Bank’s promoter Pratap Kumar Pathak handed over a cheque to the President of CWIN-Nepal, Madhav Pradhan, amid a function held in CWIN at Naikap.</p> <p>Agrawal said that the foundation provided the support to the organization under its corporate social responsibility and such contribution will be continue in the coming days as well.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-30', 'modified' => '2018-01-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7239', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-01-30 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7457', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Country needs Rapid and Sustainable Development: Oli', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'January 29: With the end of political instability, the country now needs rapid and sustainable development to achieve economic prosperity, said KP Sharma Oli, former prime minister and chairman of UML.', 'content' => '<p>January 29: With the end of political instability, the country now needs rapid and sustainable development to achieve economic prosperity, said KP Sharma Oli, former prime minister and chairman of UML.</p> <p>Speaking at a program in the capital, Oli said both private sector and government should work together to achieve economic prosperity in the country. The program was organised to felicitate the executive members elected by the 67<sup>th</sup> annual general meeting of Nepal Chamber of Commerce (NCC). He further added that he is aiming to alleviate poverty, and encouraging private sector of the country.</p> <p>Likewise, Rajesh Kaji Shakya, president of NCC, said that the country needs foreign investment to achieve economic prosperity.</p> <p>“The chamber has been holding talks with ambassadors of several countries to attract foreign investment in the country,” he said, adding that the country has huge possibility to attract foreign investment.</p> <p>The 67<sup>th</sup> AGM of NCC elected a 63-member executive committee led by President Rajesh Kaji Shakya.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-29', 'modified' => '2018-01-29', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7238', 'image' => '20180129050613_RAJ_1348.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-01-29 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7456', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => '‘Dami Sale’ at KL Tower', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'January 29: ‘Dami Sale’ has been kicked off at KL Tower in Chabahil offering 50 percent discount.', 'content' => '<p>January 29: ‘Dami Sale’ has been kicked off at KL Tower in Chabahil offering 50 percent discount.</p> <p>The month-long fair which started on Satruday, January 27, will have 45 stalls, informed the organisers in a statement.</p> <p>The programme organizer said that the visitors buying goods worth Rs 5,000 at the fair will get two free movie tickets. Similarly, two lucky customers will be provided with gift hampers worth Rs 5000 in purchase of goods above Rs 500.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-29', 'modified' => '2018-01-29', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7237', 'image' => '20180129045856_KL Sale Mela Photo.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-01-29 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7455', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Shivam Cement Sponsors Women Volleyball', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'January 29: Shivam Cement is sponsoring New Diamond Cup national open women’s volleyball competition from February 4 to 9.', 'content' => '<p>January 29: Shivam Cement is sponsoring New Diamond Cup national open women’s volleyball competition from February 4 to 9.</p> <p>Issuing a press statement, Shivam Cement said that the tournament will be played in league-cum-knockout format.</p> <p>As the title sponsor, the company will provide Rs 500,000 for the tournament. With this, the programme will be named as ‘Shivam New Diamond Cup National Open Women’s Volleyball Competition’.</p> <p>The participants will be divided into six teams.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-29', 'modified' => '2018-01-29', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7236', 'image' => '20180129045146_IMG_20180126_133919.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-01-29 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7454', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => '‘Social Media can Enhance Business’', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'January 29: Social media can become a means to enhance ones business, according to a prominent entrepreneur.', 'content' => '<p>January 29: Social media can become a means to enhance ones business, according to a prominent entrepreneur.</p> <p>Anil Basnet, founder of Metro Tarkaari, urged the would-be entrepreneurs, youth professionals and students to utilise social networking sites like Facebook to grow ‘your’ business.</p> <p>Basnet shared his experiences during the second session of X-Preneur, an inspirational and interactive event designed for startups, students and to be entrepreneurs held on Sunday, January 28. </p> <p> “Social media updates are very essential, especially for e-commerce business, and they can bring massive growth if used wisely,” he shared. </p> <p>However, in Nepal, most of the e-commerce sites over-focus on advertising their products and keep little effort for providing effective delivery and service to the customers.</p> <p>“Effective delivery is equally important to earn long-term customers and their trust,” said Basnet during the interaction organised by Clock b Innovations. He also shared that having multiple revenue model is important for startups for their sustainability.</p> <p>The interaction concluded with question and answer session. X-Preneur is a series of events which is held every 15 days at Kaffe Codes, Thapathali.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-29', 'modified' => '2018-01-30', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7235', 'image' => '20180130120522_DSC_0131.jpg', 'article_date' => '2018-01-29 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '7453', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Progressive Finance Starts Electronic Payment System', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'January 29: Nepal Clearing House Ltd (NCHL) and Progressive Finance Limited on Sunday, January 28, signed an agreement to initiate Inter-Bank Electronic Payment System (IPS) service.', 'content' => '<p>January 29: Nepal Clearing House Ltd (NCHL) and Progressive Finance Limited on Sunday, January 28, signed an agreement to initiate Inter-Bank Electronic Payment System (IPS) service.</p> <p>Nileshman Singh Pradhan, CEO of NCHL, and the CEO of the finance company, Bishal Humagain, signed the agreement on behalf of their respective companies. As per the agreement, NCHL will provide the system to the finance company for inter-banking electronic payment service.</p> <p>Under the NCHL Inter-Bank Electronic Payment System, customers can make electronic transaction with any of the member banks using this system.</p> <p>Services like money transfer, payment of dividend, IPO refund, bill payment, premium payment, social security allowance, pension/salary payment, and remittance payment can be done using this system, reads a joint statement issued by the companies.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2018-01-29', 'modified' => '2018-01-29', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '7234', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2018-01-29 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
