November 12: Local traders of Nepal have claimed that the country has a market of Rs 40 billion for…

November 12: Local traders of Nepal have claimed that the country has a market of Rs 40 billion for…
November 10: A high-level Chinese delegation which had arrived Nepal to study the possibility of railway network to connect with China has given a positive…
November 10: Japanese investors have said that the country’s main industrial center Birgunj can become a potential ground for foreign investment.…
November 10: A seed industry with an investment of Rs 10 million has come into operation in Sharadpur- 9,…
November 10: After the successful sale of over half a million Micromax Canvas 2 smartphones in 2012, Micromax has introduced the advanced and evolutionary Canvas Infinity (model number - HS2)…
November 10: Qatar Airways said it has responded to the demand from passengers seeking to transport their pets around the world by reducing the price to the lowest rates ever into and out of…
NIC Asia Bank has opened a branch at Musikot of Rukum.…
November 10: Janata Bank has added two more branches at Hairban, Sarlahi and Trishuli, Nuwakot.…
November 10: Global IME Bank has announced to provide 20 per cent dividend to its…
November 9: A team from the Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) is arriving Nepal on Thursday (November 9) for a field visit to the much awaited Mahottari-Amlekhgunj Petroleum Pipeline, which is currently under…
November 9: Entrepreneurs have stated that dozens of existing laws in Nepal are obstructing the industrial development and investment promotion in the country.…
November 9: The number of unemployed youths has been growing in Province no 7 (formerly known as Far-Western Development Region).…
November 9: Global IME Bank has said that its customers can now access banking service through Viber, a messaging application.…
November 9: OPPO is all set to launch its selfie expert F5 camera phones on November 14.…
November 9: CG Foods has provided scholarships to students of…
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He said that the market will expand to Rs 100 billion in three years.</p> <p>Bhawani Rana, president of the Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI), said that the industry is not business friendly. She added that the FNCCI was ready to help pharmaceutical industry to become stronger.</p> <p>“For the last 20 years, the country has gone through political change only. Now, we should centralize our focus on socio-economic development of the country,” said the President of the Confederation of Nepalese Industries, Hari Bhakta Sharma.</p> <p>“The government should strengthen the Department of Drug Administration,” he said, adding, “Sectors like livestock, food and pharmaceuticals should be monitored by a single body rather than by a number of small bodies.” He also reiterated that Nepal currently has a market of Rs 40 billion for medicine. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2017-11-13', 'modified' => '2017-11-13', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '6659', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2017-11-13 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '6875', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Chinese Team Completes Study of Railway Lines', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'November 10: A high-level Chinese delegation which had arrived Nepal to study the possibility of railway network to connect with China has given a positive feedback.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:13px">November 10: A high-level Chinese delegation which had arrived Nepal to study the possibility of railway network to connect with China has given a positive feedback.</span></p> <p>The team had arrived Nepal to study the much-awaited rail network which connects Kerung to Lumbini via Kathmandu and Pokhara. The team arrived to the capital on Tuesday.</p> <p>The team monitored the site from Tuesday to Thursday. The team was led by Zheng Jian, vice minister of National Railway Administration of the People's Republic of China.</p> <p>According to the spokesperson of the Department of Railways, Prakash Bhakta Upadhyay, the site has been studied for the first time, which is a very positive sign for the construction of railway in the country. </p> <p> </p> <p>“The Chinese team is very positive and let’s hope everything goes well. The country is in election mood right now, so everything will be done after the election is over,” he added.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2017-11-10', 'modified' => '2017-11-10', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '6658', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2017-11-10 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '6874', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Japanese Investors See Good Potential in Birgunj', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'November 10: Japanese investors have said that the country’s main industrial center Birgunj can become a potential ground for foreign investment. ', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:13px">November 10: Japanese investors have said that the country’s main industrial center Birgunj can become a potential ground for foreign investment. A Japanese delegation led by Ambassador Masashi Ogawa to Pathdaiya-based Industrial Area of Birgunj and Birgunj Dry Port made such remarks during the visit. The delegation included representatives from KNP Japan and Singapore chapter of Japan Chamber of Commerce (JCC).</span></p> <p>The Japanese ambassador said that he will take initiative to bring Japanese investment in Birgunj.</p> <p>The 12-member delegation visited Birgunj on Wednesday, November 8.</p> <p>JCC Singapore Chairman Tichiori Takuhiko said that Birgunj holds good potential for investment in industry, business, transportation, finance and tourism sectors.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2017-11-10', 'modified' => '2017-11-10', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '6657', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2017-11-10 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '6873', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Seed Industry with an Investment of Rs 10 Million Starts Operation', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'November 10: A seed industry with an investment of Rs 10 million has come into operation in Sharadpur- 9, Bharatpur.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:13px">November 10: A seed industry with an investment of Rs 10 million has come into operation in Sharadpur- 9, Bharatpur. The Chitwan Agriseed Company Pvt Ltd has been established jointly by 11 entrepreneurs of Chitwan, Makwanpur, Dhankuta and Udayapur districts.</span></p> <p>“The company has been operated with an aim of increasing local production and making Nepal self-reliant on seeds,” said Shankar Kumar Karki, chairman of the company. He said that farmers will be relieved from the stress of travelling to multiple places for seeds as the company is selling different kinds of processed seeds at their doorsteps in various districts.</p> <p>The company has signed an agreement with districts like Rukum, Kathmandu, Bhaktapur, Parbat and Dhankuta and has been processing, packaging and distributing the seeds.</p> <p>Managind Director Bil Bahadur Adhikari informed that the company is selling 45 different types of seeds including the seeds of local cauliflower, cabbage, carrot, radish and spinach.</p> <p>“The company aims to train the farmers and export local products in the future,” Adhikari told New Business Age.</p> <p>The company is processing 100 kilograms of seeds in a day and is managing the market with the supply of packaged seeds weighing 10 grams to 500 grams. Adhikari added that the demand of seeds in Nepal is high and the company is finding it hard to fulfill it.</p> <p>The company has employed 12 people and has an aim of selling off-seasonal vegetables and fruits in the future. According to Seed Entrepreneurs Association of Nepal (SEAN), though there is a demand of 2,500 metric tons of seeds in Nepal only 900 metric tons of seeds are produced in the country.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2017-11-10', 'modified' => '2017-11-10', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '6656', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2017-11-10 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '6872', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Micromax Launches Canvas Infinity', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'November 10: After the successful sale of over half a million Micromax Canvas 2 smartphones in 2012, Micromax has introduced the advanced and evolutionary Canvas Infinity (model number - HS2) phones.', 'content' => '<p>November 10: After the successful sale of over half a million Micromax Canvas 2 smartphones in 2012, Micromax has introduced the advanced and evolutionary Canvas Infinity (model number - HS2) phones.</p> <p>Issuing a press statement, the company said that Micromax Canvas Infinity (HS2) is powered by 1.4GHz Quad CoAnchorre Cortex A-53 Qualcomm MSM8917 Snapdragon 425 processor, and features 3GB of DDR3RAM, so one can be assured that it runs fast and smooth.</p> <p>The phone comes with a high-resolution 13MP primary camera with flash, as well as a front-facing 16MP camera for selfies. It also has a 5.70-inch IPS LCD Multicolor display.</p> <p>Moreover, the phone never runs out of storage space with the Canvas Infinity (HS2) loaded with a 3 GB DDR3 RAM and 32 GB ROM which is expandable up to 128 GB through micro SD card, reads the statement.</p> <p>On top of that, the phone runs Android 7.1.2 Nougat which can be upgraded to OREO 8.0 and contains a powerful 2900mAh battery which ensures maximum delight to users while watching video, playing games and others multiple uses.</p> <p> It comes with a 5.70 inchIPS LCD Multi-color display with a resolution of 720 pixels by 1440 pixels. The phone also features fingerprint (rear-mounted) sensor, accelerometer, proximity, A-GPS, 4G/OTG support, and bluetooth. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2017-11-10', 'modified' => '2017-11-10', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '6655', 'image' => '20171110014354_Picture (1).jpg', 'article_date' => '2017-11-10 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '6871', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Qatar Airways Reduces Prices For Transporting Pets', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'November 10: Qatar Airways said it has responded to the demand from passengers seeking to transport their pets around the world by reducing the price to the lowest rates ever into and out of Doha.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:13px">November 10: Qatar Airways said it has responded to the demand from passengers seeking to transport their pets around the world by reducing the price to the lowest rates ever into and out of Doha.</span></p> <p>As the only airline that will carry pets as excess baggage to and from Qatar, the airline said in a statement that it has gone beyond expectations and reduced the cost of travelling with a pet.</p> <p>“While it used to cost pet owners approximately USD 400 to transport a large dog to Europe or the Americas on another carrier, the same journey will now cost just USD 300 on Qatar Airways out of Doha,” reads the statement.</p> <p>The move is set to position Qatar Airways as the airline of choice for people seeking to transport their pets around the world, the airlines said. It follows an increase in demand from passengers wanting to travel on the same flight as their domestic pets, or from animal refuges relocating stray animals to new homes overseas.</p> <p>Qatar Airways Chief Commercial Officer Ehab Amin said, “We know how much our passengers love their family pets and often don’t want to be apart from them. This move to increase weight allowances while also reducing the fare structure means that our passengers and their domestic pets can now travel comfortably on the same flight together.</p> <p>“We are one of the few airlines in the world that accepts domestic pets as checked-in baggage on our passenger aircraft. So in keeping with our very inclusive culture and our drive to always enhance the customer experience, we are delighted to increase the pet weight limit from 32kgs to 75kgs, while significantly reducing charges.”</p> <p>Customers checking in for their flight only need to telephone ahead and make a confirmed booking for their pet to travel with them. After showing the appropriate veterinary certificate to confirm their pet is healthy and safe for air travel, the animal is delivered to a specially designated area at Hamad International Airport (HIA) on the day of travel.</p> <p>As well as transporting domestic pets on passenger flights, the airlines said that the cargo division of the Qatar Airways Group has also become the third largest cargo carrier in the world in recent years and regularly uses its freighters to transport valuable show horses, dairy cows and animals for relocation and rescue purposes via its Qatar Airways Live Freighter Service (QR Cargo).</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2017-11-10', 'modified' => '2017-11-10', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '6654', 'image' => '20171110012707_Clipboard01.jpg', 'article_date' => '2017-11-10 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '6870', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'NIC Asia’s Branch at Musikot', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'NIC Asia Bank has opened a branch at Musikot of Rukum. ', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:13px">NIC Asia Bank has opened a branch at Musikot of Rukum. The branch was launched by the president of Rukum Chamber of Commerce and Industry Tek Bahadur Pun. Issuing a press statement, the bank said it has adopted a strategy to reach every possible market for better service of its customers and there are more branches coming in operation soon.</span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2017-11-10', 'modified' => '2017-11-10', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '6653', 'image' => '20171110011004_nicasia.jpg', 'article_date' => '2017-11-10 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '6869', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Two More Branches of Janata Bank', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'November 10: Janata Bank has added two more branches at Hairban, Sarlahi and Trishuli, Nuwakot. ', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:13px">November 10: Janata Bank has added two more branches at Hairban, Sarlahi and Trishuli, Nuwakot. The bank has started providing services from the two branches from Friday, November 10. Along with these two branches, the bank now has 88 branches and 67 ATM outlets. </span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2017-11-10', 'modified' => '2017-11-10', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '6652', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2017-11-10 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '6868', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Global IME to give 20 per cent Dividend', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'November 10: Global IME Bank has announced to provide 20 per cent dividend to its shareholders.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:13px">November 10: Global IME Bank has announced to provide 20 per cent dividend to its shareholders. The annual general meeting of the bank took such decision, reads a press statement issued by the bank. The dividend includes 10 per cent bonus share and 10 per cent cash.</span></p> <p>Currently, the bank has been providing service through 108 branches and 123 ATM counters. During the AGM, the bank informed about the profit it earned in the first trimester of the current FY. The profit in the first trimester is Rs 350.32 million. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2017-11-10', 'modified' => '2017-11-10', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '6651', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2017-11-10 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '6867', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'IOC Officials Visiting Nepal to Inspect Petroleum Pipeline', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'November 9: A team from the Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) is arriving Nepal on Thursday (November 9) for a field visit to the much awaited Mahottari-Amlekhgunj Petroleum Pipeline, which is currently under construction.', 'content' => '<p>November 9: A team from the Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) is arriving Nepal on Thursday (November 9) for a field visit to the much awaited Mahottari-Amlekhgunj Petroleum Pipeline, which is currently under construction. Nepal Oil Corporation (NOC)’s Executive Director Susheel Bhattarai confirmed that a team led by IOC Director Anish Agrawal is visiting Nepal for inspection of the pipeline.</p> <p>NOC said that the Indian team’s visit will be focused on studying the pipeline which is being constructed as per the agreement reached between India and Nepal some time ago.</p> <p>“IOC has expressed its desire to pay a field visit to the pipeline project,” said Bhattarai, adding, “We will be taking them to the concerned area for the study.”</p> <p>NOC plans to apprise the IOC team on the achievements made so far in the project. NOC Spokesperson Birendra Goit said that the project will get momentum after holding discussions with the Indian team.</p> <p>NOC said that it has already bought pipes and initiated the project. NOC also informed that the IOC has invested 75 percent in the project while the NOC has invested the remaining 25 percent.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2017-11-09', 'modified' => '2017-11-09', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '6650', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2017-11-09 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '6866', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => ' ‘Abolish and Amend outdated Laws’ ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'November 9: Entrepreneurs have stated that dozens of existing laws in Nepal are obstructing the industrial development and investment promotion in the country. ', 'content' => '<p>November 9: Entrepreneurs have stated that dozens of existing laws in Nepal are obstructing the industrial development and investment promotion in the country. The businessmen have also suggested to the government to abolish or amend inappropriate laws. Stating that the economic agendas are not being prioritized due to prolonged political changes, they have pointed out that it is important to abolish or amend dozens of outdated laws that have been hindering industrial development.</p> <p>The participants expressed such views amid a programme jointly organized by the Confederation of Nepalese Industries (CNI) and Nepal Media Society (NMS) on November 8. During the discussion programme entitled ‘Reforms of existing laws to promote industries and investment’, the participants expressed their views that industrial development and investment promotion are possible only through industry-friendly laws.</p> <p>“Good governance, promotion of effective governance and stability of policy are necessary to move the private sector ahead in productive way and make them actively engaged in economy,” said Hari Bhakta Sharma, president of CNI. Stating that there are more than 56 laws for regulating the industries, Sharma opined that the number of laws can be brought down to five or six by integrating the laws.</p> <p>Similarly, Shankar Sharma, former vice-chairman of National Planning Commission (NPC), said that it is essential to follow business norms along with the need for amendment of existing laws.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2017-11-09', 'modified' => '2017-11-09', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '6649', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2017-11-09 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '6865', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => '12,000 youths Unemployed in Seti Zone ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'November 9: The number of unemployed youths has been growing in Province no 7 (formerly known as Far-Western Development Region). ', 'content' => '<p>November 9: The number of unemployed youths has been growing in Province no 7 (formerly known as Far-Western Development Region). The number has been growing as the region lacks industries and factories as well as industry-friendly policies, and the existing industries have not been operating as per their capacity.</p> <p>According to the statistics of the Labour Office, Seti Zone, there are 12,300 unemployed youths in Kailali, Doti, Bajhang, Bajura and Achham districts. The data shows that most of the unemployed youths are moderately literate people to the people holding under-graduate degrees. Kailali tops the list with a total of 10,502 unemployed youths consisting of 5,789 male and 4,713 females, according to the statistics of the Labour Office.</p> <p>Jayadev Bista, acting chief of the office, said that population between the age group of 18 to 58 were included in the study. He said that the number will continue to rise until industry-friendly policies are implemented at the local level with development of industries and factories. The office has been collecting the data on unemployed youths since the fiscal year 2008/09.</p> <p>The office stated that though there are demands for technically skilled labourers, most of the youths are unemployed as they lack technical skills. Bista said that the office has assured job placement to at least two dozens of youths having technical skills in different organizations and industries. </p> <p>“Most of the industries are dependent on Indian labour for skilled manpower,” said Shanker Bogati, president of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry in the far west. The private sector claims that there is lack of skilled manpower in the industry.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2017-11-09', 'modified' => '2017-11-09', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '6648', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2017-11-09 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '6864', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Global IME Customers to get Banking Service from Viber', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'November 9: Global IME Bank has said that its customers can now access banking service through Viber, a messaging application. ', 'content' => '<p>November 9: Global IME Bank has said that its customers can now access banking service through Viber, a messaging application. In order to use the service, the customers should register their mobile number with ‘Global Mobile Banking’. Issuing a statement, the bank said that its customers can request for statement, get information about the banking services, among other services through the application. People who don’t have Global IME account can also access the service. Those who don’t have Global IME account can get information about branches, ATM outlets, among others, the bank said in the statement.</p> <p>The bank is currently providing banking service from 108 branches, 4 extension counters, 14 revenue collection counters, 123 ATM outlets, and 46 branchless banking units. The bank claims that it has a total of 800,000 customers.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2017-11-09', 'modified' => '2017-11-09', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '6647', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2017-11-09 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '6863', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'OPPO to Launch F5 on Nov 14', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'November 9: OPPO is all set to launch its selfie expert F5 camera phones on November 14. ', 'content' => '<p>November 9: OPPO is all set to launch its selfie expert F5 camera phones on November 14. Issuing a press statement, the company informed that the top three singers of Nepal Idol will also be present during the launching ceremony. The company posted videos of the top three singers on its Facebook page to publicize the event. Three of the Facebook users sharing those videos will get a change to take part in the event and win exciting gift hampers, the company informed. The Facebook campaign will be valid between November 7 to 12.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2017-11-09', 'modified' => '2017-11-09', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '6646', 'image' => '20171109125002_20171109065418_Clipboard28.jpg', 'article_date' => '2017-11-09 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '6862', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'CG Provides Scholarships to Students', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'November 9: CG Foods has provided scholarships to students of Lalitpur.', 'content' => '<p>November 9: CG Foods has provided scholarships to students of Lalitpur. The company, which has been providing Wai Wai Scholarships with the slogan ‘Educated Nepalis, Prosperous Nepalis’ has decided this time to provide the grants to 11 diligent students residing near its factory in Bhaisepati as well as to the children of the factory workers, reads a press statement issued by the company. The company has selected five local residents securing first positions in their grade five exams in 2016 for the scholarships while other four securing distinction in the SEE tests have also been selected for the scholarships. Likewise, one of the children of the factory worker securing first position in grade five exam and another with distinction in SEE have also benefitted from the scholarships. 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He said that the market will expand to Rs 100 billion in three years.</p> <p>Bhawani Rana, president of the Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI), said that the industry is not business friendly. She added that the FNCCI was ready to help pharmaceutical industry to become stronger.</p> <p>“For the last 20 years, the country has gone through political change only. Now, we should centralize our focus on socio-economic development of the country,” said the President of the Confederation of Nepalese Industries, Hari Bhakta Sharma.</p> <p>“The government should strengthen the Department of Drug Administration,” he said, adding, “Sectors like livestock, food and pharmaceuticals should be monitored by a single body rather than by a number of small bodies.” He also reiterated that Nepal currently has a market of Rs 40 billion for medicine. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2017-11-13', 'modified' => '2017-11-13', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '6659', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2017-11-13 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '6875', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Chinese Team Completes Study of Railway Lines', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'November 10: A high-level Chinese delegation which had arrived Nepal to study the possibility of railway network to connect with China has given a positive feedback.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:13px">November 10: A high-level Chinese delegation which had arrived Nepal to study the possibility of railway network to connect with China has given a positive feedback.</span></p> <p>The team had arrived Nepal to study the much-awaited rail network which connects Kerung to Lumbini via Kathmandu and Pokhara. The team arrived to the capital on Tuesday.</p> <p>The team monitored the site from Tuesday to Thursday. The team was led by Zheng Jian, vice minister of National Railway Administration of the People's Republic of China.</p> <p>According to the spokesperson of the Department of Railways, Prakash Bhakta Upadhyay, the site has been studied for the first time, which is a very positive sign for the construction of railway in the country. </p> <p> </p> <p>“The Chinese team is very positive and let’s hope everything goes well. The country is in election mood right now, so everything will be done after the election is over,” he added.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2017-11-10', 'modified' => '2017-11-10', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '6658', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2017-11-10 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '6874', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Japanese Investors See Good Potential in Birgunj', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'November 10: Japanese investors have said that the country’s main industrial center Birgunj can become a potential ground for foreign investment. ', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:13px">November 10: Japanese investors have said that the country’s main industrial center Birgunj can become a potential ground for foreign investment. A Japanese delegation led by Ambassador Masashi Ogawa to Pathdaiya-based Industrial Area of Birgunj and Birgunj Dry Port made such remarks during the visit. The delegation included representatives from KNP Japan and Singapore chapter of Japan Chamber of Commerce (JCC).</span></p> <p>The Japanese ambassador said that he will take initiative to bring Japanese investment in Birgunj.</p> <p>The 12-member delegation visited Birgunj on Wednesday, November 8.</p> <p>JCC Singapore Chairman Tichiori Takuhiko said that Birgunj holds good potential for investment in industry, business, transportation, finance and tourism sectors.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2017-11-10', 'modified' => '2017-11-10', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '6657', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2017-11-10 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '6873', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Seed Industry with an Investment of Rs 10 Million Starts Operation', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'November 10: A seed industry with an investment of Rs 10 million has come into operation in Sharadpur- 9, Bharatpur.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:13px">November 10: A seed industry with an investment of Rs 10 million has come into operation in Sharadpur- 9, Bharatpur. The Chitwan Agriseed Company Pvt Ltd has been established jointly by 11 entrepreneurs of Chitwan, Makwanpur, Dhankuta and Udayapur districts.</span></p> <p>“The company has been operated with an aim of increasing local production and making Nepal self-reliant on seeds,” said Shankar Kumar Karki, chairman of the company. He said that farmers will be relieved from the stress of travelling to multiple places for seeds as the company is selling different kinds of processed seeds at their doorsteps in various districts.</p> <p>The company has signed an agreement with districts like Rukum, Kathmandu, Bhaktapur, Parbat and Dhankuta and has been processing, packaging and distributing the seeds.</p> <p>Managind Director Bil Bahadur Adhikari informed that the company is selling 45 different types of seeds including the seeds of local cauliflower, cabbage, carrot, radish and spinach.</p> <p>“The company aims to train the farmers and export local products in the future,” Adhikari told New Business Age.</p> <p>The company is processing 100 kilograms of seeds in a day and is managing the market with the supply of packaged seeds weighing 10 grams to 500 grams. Adhikari added that the demand of seeds in Nepal is high and the company is finding it hard to fulfill it.</p> <p>The company has employed 12 people and has an aim of selling off-seasonal vegetables and fruits in the future. According to Seed Entrepreneurs Association of Nepal (SEAN), though there is a demand of 2,500 metric tons of seeds in Nepal only 900 metric tons of seeds are produced in the country.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2017-11-10', 'modified' => '2017-11-10', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '6656', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2017-11-10 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '6872', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Micromax Launches Canvas Infinity', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'November 10: After the successful sale of over half a million Micromax Canvas 2 smartphones in 2012, Micromax has introduced the advanced and evolutionary Canvas Infinity (model number - HS2) phones.', 'content' => '<p>November 10: After the successful sale of over half a million Micromax Canvas 2 smartphones in 2012, Micromax has introduced the advanced and evolutionary Canvas Infinity (model number - HS2) phones.</p> <p>Issuing a press statement, the company said that Micromax Canvas Infinity (HS2) is powered by 1.4GHz Quad CoAnchorre Cortex A-53 Qualcomm MSM8917 Snapdragon 425 processor, and features 3GB of DDR3RAM, so one can be assured that it runs fast and smooth.</p> <p>The phone comes with a high-resolution 13MP primary camera with flash, as well as a front-facing 16MP camera for selfies. It also has a 5.70-inch IPS LCD Multicolor display.</p> <p>Moreover, the phone never runs out of storage space with the Canvas Infinity (HS2) loaded with a 3 GB DDR3 RAM and 32 GB ROM which is expandable up to 128 GB through micro SD card, reads the statement.</p> <p>On top of that, the phone runs Android 7.1.2 Nougat which can be upgraded to OREO 8.0 and contains a powerful 2900mAh battery which ensures maximum delight to users while watching video, playing games and others multiple uses.</p> <p> It comes with a 5.70 inchIPS LCD Multi-color display with a resolution of 720 pixels by 1440 pixels. The phone also features fingerprint (rear-mounted) sensor, accelerometer, proximity, A-GPS, 4G/OTG support, and bluetooth. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2017-11-10', 'modified' => '2017-11-10', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '6655', 'image' => '20171110014354_Picture (1).jpg', 'article_date' => '2017-11-10 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '6871', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Qatar Airways Reduces Prices For Transporting Pets', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'November 10: Qatar Airways said it has responded to the demand from passengers seeking to transport their pets around the world by reducing the price to the lowest rates ever into and out of Doha.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:13px">November 10: Qatar Airways said it has responded to the demand from passengers seeking to transport their pets around the world by reducing the price to the lowest rates ever into and out of Doha.</span></p> <p>As the only airline that will carry pets as excess baggage to and from Qatar, the airline said in a statement that it has gone beyond expectations and reduced the cost of travelling with a pet.</p> <p>“While it used to cost pet owners approximately USD 400 to transport a large dog to Europe or the Americas on another carrier, the same journey will now cost just USD 300 on Qatar Airways out of Doha,” reads the statement.</p> <p>The move is set to position Qatar Airways as the airline of choice for people seeking to transport their pets around the world, the airlines said. It follows an increase in demand from passengers wanting to travel on the same flight as their domestic pets, or from animal refuges relocating stray animals to new homes overseas.</p> <p>Qatar Airways Chief Commercial Officer Ehab Amin said, “We know how much our passengers love their family pets and often don’t want to be apart from them. This move to increase weight allowances while also reducing the fare structure means that our passengers and their domestic pets can now travel comfortably on the same flight together.</p> <p>“We are one of the few airlines in the world that accepts domestic pets as checked-in baggage on our passenger aircraft. So in keeping with our very inclusive culture and our drive to always enhance the customer experience, we are delighted to increase the pet weight limit from 32kgs to 75kgs, while significantly reducing charges.”</p> <p>Customers checking in for their flight only need to telephone ahead and make a confirmed booking for their pet to travel with them. After showing the appropriate veterinary certificate to confirm their pet is healthy and safe for air travel, the animal is delivered to a specially designated area at Hamad International Airport (HIA) on the day of travel.</p> <p>As well as transporting domestic pets on passenger flights, the airlines said that the cargo division of the Qatar Airways Group has also become the third largest cargo carrier in the world in recent years and regularly uses its freighters to transport valuable show horses, dairy cows and animals for relocation and rescue purposes via its Qatar Airways Live Freighter Service (QR Cargo).</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2017-11-10', 'modified' => '2017-11-10', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '6654', 'image' => '20171110012707_Clipboard01.jpg', 'article_date' => '2017-11-10 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '6870', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'NIC Asia’s Branch at Musikot', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'NIC Asia Bank has opened a branch at Musikot of Rukum. ', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:13px">NIC Asia Bank has opened a branch at Musikot of Rukum. The branch was launched by the president of Rukum Chamber of Commerce and Industry Tek Bahadur Pun. Issuing a press statement, the bank said it has adopted a strategy to reach every possible market for better service of its customers and there are more branches coming in operation soon.</span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2017-11-10', 'modified' => '2017-11-10', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '6653', 'image' => '20171110011004_nicasia.jpg', 'article_date' => '2017-11-10 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '6869', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Two More Branches of Janata Bank', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'November 10: Janata Bank has added two more branches at Hairban, Sarlahi and Trishuli, Nuwakot. ', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:13px">November 10: Janata Bank has added two more branches at Hairban, Sarlahi and Trishuli, Nuwakot. The bank has started providing services from the two branches from Friday, November 10. Along with these two branches, the bank now has 88 branches and 67 ATM outlets. </span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2017-11-10', 'modified' => '2017-11-10', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '6652', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2017-11-10 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '6868', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Global IME to give 20 per cent Dividend', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'November 10: Global IME Bank has announced to provide 20 per cent dividend to its shareholders.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:13px">November 10: Global IME Bank has announced to provide 20 per cent dividend to its shareholders. The annual general meeting of the bank took such decision, reads a press statement issued by the bank. The dividend includes 10 per cent bonus share and 10 per cent cash.</span></p> <p>Currently, the bank has been providing service through 108 branches and 123 ATM counters. During the AGM, the bank informed about the profit it earned in the first trimester of the current FY. The profit in the first trimester is Rs 350.32 million. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2017-11-10', 'modified' => '2017-11-10', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '6651', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2017-11-10 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '6867', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'IOC Officials Visiting Nepal to Inspect Petroleum Pipeline', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'November 9: A team from the Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) is arriving Nepal on Thursday (November 9) for a field visit to the much awaited Mahottari-Amlekhgunj Petroleum Pipeline, which is currently under construction.', 'content' => '<p>November 9: A team from the Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) is arriving Nepal on Thursday (November 9) for a field visit to the much awaited Mahottari-Amlekhgunj Petroleum Pipeline, which is currently under construction. Nepal Oil Corporation (NOC)’s Executive Director Susheel Bhattarai confirmed that a team led by IOC Director Anish Agrawal is visiting Nepal for inspection of the pipeline.</p> <p>NOC said that the Indian team’s visit will be focused on studying the pipeline which is being constructed as per the agreement reached between India and Nepal some time ago.</p> <p>“IOC has expressed its desire to pay a field visit to the pipeline project,” said Bhattarai, adding, “We will be taking them to the concerned area for the study.”</p> <p>NOC plans to apprise the IOC team on the achievements made so far in the project. NOC Spokesperson Birendra Goit said that the project will get momentum after holding discussions with the Indian team.</p> <p>NOC said that it has already bought pipes and initiated the project. NOC also informed that the IOC has invested 75 percent in the project while the NOC has invested the remaining 25 percent.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2017-11-09', 'modified' => '2017-11-09', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '6650', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2017-11-09 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '6866', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => ' ‘Abolish and Amend outdated Laws’ ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'November 9: Entrepreneurs have stated that dozens of existing laws in Nepal are obstructing the industrial development and investment promotion in the country. ', 'content' => '<p>November 9: Entrepreneurs have stated that dozens of existing laws in Nepal are obstructing the industrial development and investment promotion in the country. The businessmen have also suggested to the government to abolish or amend inappropriate laws. Stating that the economic agendas are not being prioritized due to prolonged political changes, they have pointed out that it is important to abolish or amend dozens of outdated laws that have been hindering industrial development.</p> <p>The participants expressed such views amid a programme jointly organized by the Confederation of Nepalese Industries (CNI) and Nepal Media Society (NMS) on November 8. During the discussion programme entitled ‘Reforms of existing laws to promote industries and investment’, the participants expressed their views that industrial development and investment promotion are possible only through industry-friendly laws.</p> <p>“Good governance, promotion of effective governance and stability of policy are necessary to move the private sector ahead in productive way and make them actively engaged in economy,” said Hari Bhakta Sharma, president of CNI. Stating that there are more than 56 laws for regulating the industries, Sharma opined that the number of laws can be brought down to five or six by integrating the laws.</p> <p>Similarly, Shankar Sharma, former vice-chairman of National Planning Commission (NPC), said that it is essential to follow business norms along with the need for amendment of existing laws.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2017-11-09', 'modified' => '2017-11-09', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '6649', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2017-11-09 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '6865', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => '12,000 youths Unemployed in Seti Zone ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'November 9: The number of unemployed youths has been growing in Province no 7 (formerly known as Far-Western Development Region). ', 'content' => '<p>November 9: The number of unemployed youths has been growing in Province no 7 (formerly known as Far-Western Development Region). The number has been growing as the region lacks industries and factories as well as industry-friendly policies, and the existing industries have not been operating as per their capacity.</p> <p>According to the statistics of the Labour Office, Seti Zone, there are 12,300 unemployed youths in Kailali, Doti, Bajhang, Bajura and Achham districts. The data shows that most of the unemployed youths are moderately literate people to the people holding under-graduate degrees. Kailali tops the list with a total of 10,502 unemployed youths consisting of 5,789 male and 4,713 females, according to the statistics of the Labour Office.</p> <p>Jayadev Bista, acting chief of the office, said that population between the age group of 18 to 58 were included in the study. He said that the number will continue to rise until industry-friendly policies are implemented at the local level with development of industries and factories. The office has been collecting the data on unemployed youths since the fiscal year 2008/09.</p> <p>The office stated that though there are demands for technically skilled labourers, most of the youths are unemployed as they lack technical skills. Bista said that the office has assured job placement to at least two dozens of youths having technical skills in different organizations and industries. </p> <p>“Most of the industries are dependent on Indian labour for skilled manpower,” said Shanker Bogati, president of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry in the far west. The private sector claims that there is lack of skilled manpower in the industry.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2017-11-09', 'modified' => '2017-11-09', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '6648', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2017-11-09 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '6864', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Global IME Customers to get Banking Service from Viber', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'November 9: Global IME Bank has said that its customers can now access banking service through Viber, a messaging application. ', 'content' => '<p>November 9: Global IME Bank has said that its customers can now access banking service through Viber, a messaging application. In order to use the service, the customers should register their mobile number with ‘Global Mobile Banking’. Issuing a statement, the bank said that its customers can request for statement, get information about the banking services, among other services through the application. People who don’t have Global IME account can also access the service. Those who don’t have Global IME account can get information about branches, ATM outlets, among others, the bank said in the statement.</p> <p>The bank is currently providing banking service from 108 branches, 4 extension counters, 14 revenue collection counters, 123 ATM outlets, and 46 branchless banking units. The bank claims that it has a total of 800,000 customers.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2017-11-09', 'modified' => '2017-11-09', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '6647', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2017-11-09 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '6863', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'OPPO to Launch F5 on Nov 14', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'November 9: OPPO is all set to launch its selfie expert F5 camera phones on November 14. ', 'content' => '<p>November 9: OPPO is all set to launch its selfie expert F5 camera phones on November 14. Issuing a press statement, the company informed that the top three singers of Nepal Idol will also be present during the launching ceremony. The company posted videos of the top three singers on its Facebook page to publicize the event. Three of the Facebook users sharing those videos will get a change to take part in the event and win exciting gift hampers, the company informed. The Facebook campaign will be valid between November 7 to 12.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2017-11-09', 'modified' => '2017-11-09', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '6646', 'image' => '20171109125002_20171109065418_Clipboard28.jpg', 'article_date' => '2017-11-09 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '6862', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'CG Provides Scholarships to Students', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'November 9: CG Foods has provided scholarships to students of Lalitpur.', 'content' => '<p>November 9: CG Foods has provided scholarships to students of Lalitpur. The company, which has been providing Wai Wai Scholarships with the slogan ‘Educated Nepalis, Prosperous Nepalis’ has decided this time to provide the grants to 11 diligent students residing near its factory in Bhaisepati as well as to the children of the factory workers, reads a press statement issued by the company. The company has selected five local residents securing first positions in their grade five exams in 2016 for the scholarships while other four securing distinction in the SEE tests have also been selected for the scholarships. Likewise, one of the children of the factory worker securing first position in grade five exam and another with distinction in SEE have also benefitted from the scholarships. 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He said that the market will expand to Rs 100 billion in three years.</p> <p>Bhawani Rana, president of the Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI), said that the industry is not business friendly. She added that the FNCCI was ready to help pharmaceutical industry to become stronger.</p> <p>“For the last 20 years, the country has gone through political change only. Now, we should centralize our focus on socio-economic development of the country,” said the President of the Confederation of Nepalese Industries, Hari Bhakta Sharma.</p> <p>“The government should strengthen the Department of Drug Administration,” he said, adding, “Sectors like livestock, food and pharmaceuticals should be monitored by a single body rather than by a number of small bodies.” He also reiterated that Nepal currently has a market of Rs 40 billion for medicine. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2017-11-13', 'modified' => '2017-11-13', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '6659', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2017-11-13 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '6875', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Chinese Team Completes Study of Railway Lines', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'November 10: A high-level Chinese delegation which had arrived Nepal to study the possibility of railway network to connect with China has given a positive feedback.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:13px">November 10: A high-level Chinese delegation which had arrived Nepal to study the possibility of railway network to connect with China has given a positive feedback.</span></p> <p>The team had arrived Nepal to study the much-awaited rail network which connects Kerung to Lumbini via Kathmandu and Pokhara. The team arrived to the capital on Tuesday.</p> <p>The team monitored the site from Tuesday to Thursday. The team was led by Zheng Jian, vice minister of National Railway Administration of the People's Republic of China.</p> <p>According to the spokesperson of the Department of Railways, Prakash Bhakta Upadhyay, the site has been studied for the first time, which is a very positive sign for the construction of railway in the country. </p> <p> </p> <p>“The Chinese team is very positive and let’s hope everything goes well. The country is in election mood right now, so everything will be done after the election is over,” he added.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2017-11-10', 'modified' => '2017-11-10', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '6658', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2017-11-10 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '6874', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Japanese Investors See Good Potential in Birgunj', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'November 10: Japanese investors have said that the country’s main industrial center Birgunj can become a potential ground for foreign investment. ', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:13px">November 10: Japanese investors have said that the country’s main industrial center Birgunj can become a potential ground for foreign investment. A Japanese delegation led by Ambassador Masashi Ogawa to Pathdaiya-based Industrial Area of Birgunj and Birgunj Dry Port made such remarks during the visit. The delegation included representatives from KNP Japan and Singapore chapter of Japan Chamber of Commerce (JCC).</span></p> <p>The Japanese ambassador said that he will take initiative to bring Japanese investment in Birgunj.</p> <p>The 12-member delegation visited Birgunj on Wednesday, November 8.</p> <p>JCC Singapore Chairman Tichiori Takuhiko said that Birgunj holds good potential for investment in industry, business, transportation, finance and tourism sectors.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2017-11-10', 'modified' => '2017-11-10', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '6657', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2017-11-10 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '6873', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Seed Industry with an Investment of Rs 10 Million Starts Operation', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'November 10: A seed industry with an investment of Rs 10 million has come into operation in Sharadpur- 9, Bharatpur.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:13px">November 10: A seed industry with an investment of Rs 10 million has come into operation in Sharadpur- 9, Bharatpur. The Chitwan Agriseed Company Pvt Ltd has been established jointly by 11 entrepreneurs of Chitwan, Makwanpur, Dhankuta and Udayapur districts.</span></p> <p>“The company has been operated with an aim of increasing local production and making Nepal self-reliant on seeds,” said Shankar Kumar Karki, chairman of the company. He said that farmers will be relieved from the stress of travelling to multiple places for seeds as the company is selling different kinds of processed seeds at their doorsteps in various districts.</p> <p>The company has signed an agreement with districts like Rukum, Kathmandu, Bhaktapur, Parbat and Dhankuta and has been processing, packaging and distributing the seeds.</p> <p>Managind Director Bil Bahadur Adhikari informed that the company is selling 45 different types of seeds including the seeds of local cauliflower, cabbage, carrot, radish and spinach.</p> <p>“The company aims to train the farmers and export local products in the future,” Adhikari told New Business Age.</p> <p>The company is processing 100 kilograms of seeds in a day and is managing the market with the supply of packaged seeds weighing 10 grams to 500 grams. Adhikari added that the demand of seeds in Nepal is high and the company is finding it hard to fulfill it.</p> <p>The company has employed 12 people and has an aim of selling off-seasonal vegetables and fruits in the future. According to Seed Entrepreneurs Association of Nepal (SEAN), though there is a demand of 2,500 metric tons of seeds in Nepal only 900 metric tons of seeds are produced in the country.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2017-11-10', 'modified' => '2017-11-10', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '6656', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2017-11-10 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '6872', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Micromax Launches Canvas Infinity', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'November 10: After the successful sale of over half a million Micromax Canvas 2 smartphones in 2012, Micromax has introduced the advanced and evolutionary Canvas Infinity (model number - HS2) phones.', 'content' => '<p>November 10: After the successful sale of over half a million Micromax Canvas 2 smartphones in 2012, Micromax has introduced the advanced and evolutionary Canvas Infinity (model number - HS2) phones.</p> <p>Issuing a press statement, the company said that Micromax Canvas Infinity (HS2) is powered by 1.4GHz Quad CoAnchorre Cortex A-53 Qualcomm MSM8917 Snapdragon 425 processor, and features 3GB of DDR3RAM, so one can be assured that it runs fast and smooth.</p> <p>The phone comes with a high-resolution 13MP primary camera with flash, as well as a front-facing 16MP camera for selfies. It also has a 5.70-inch IPS LCD Multicolor display.</p> <p>Moreover, the phone never runs out of storage space with the Canvas Infinity (HS2) loaded with a 3 GB DDR3 RAM and 32 GB ROM which is expandable up to 128 GB through micro SD card, reads the statement.</p> <p>On top of that, the phone runs Android 7.1.2 Nougat which can be upgraded to OREO 8.0 and contains a powerful 2900mAh battery which ensures maximum delight to users while watching video, playing games and others multiple uses.</p> <p> It comes with a 5.70 inchIPS LCD Multi-color display with a resolution of 720 pixels by 1440 pixels. The phone also features fingerprint (rear-mounted) sensor, accelerometer, proximity, A-GPS, 4G/OTG support, and bluetooth. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2017-11-10', 'modified' => '2017-11-10', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '6655', 'image' => '20171110014354_Picture (1).jpg', 'article_date' => '2017-11-10 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '6871', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Qatar Airways Reduces Prices For Transporting Pets', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'November 10: Qatar Airways said it has responded to the demand from passengers seeking to transport their pets around the world by reducing the price to the lowest rates ever into and out of Doha.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:13px">November 10: Qatar Airways said it has responded to the demand from passengers seeking to transport their pets around the world by reducing the price to the lowest rates ever into and out of Doha.</span></p> <p>As the only airline that will carry pets as excess baggage to and from Qatar, the airline said in a statement that it has gone beyond expectations and reduced the cost of travelling with a pet.</p> <p>“While it used to cost pet owners approximately USD 400 to transport a large dog to Europe or the Americas on another carrier, the same journey will now cost just USD 300 on Qatar Airways out of Doha,” reads the statement.</p> <p>The move is set to position Qatar Airways as the airline of choice for people seeking to transport their pets around the world, the airlines said. It follows an increase in demand from passengers wanting to travel on the same flight as their domestic pets, or from animal refuges relocating stray animals to new homes overseas.</p> <p>Qatar Airways Chief Commercial Officer Ehab Amin said, “We know how much our passengers love their family pets and often don’t want to be apart from them. This move to increase weight allowances while also reducing the fare structure means that our passengers and their domestic pets can now travel comfortably on the same flight together.</p> <p>“We are one of the few airlines in the world that accepts domestic pets as checked-in baggage on our passenger aircraft. So in keeping with our very inclusive culture and our drive to always enhance the customer experience, we are delighted to increase the pet weight limit from 32kgs to 75kgs, while significantly reducing charges.”</p> <p>Customers checking in for their flight only need to telephone ahead and make a confirmed booking for their pet to travel with them. After showing the appropriate veterinary certificate to confirm their pet is healthy and safe for air travel, the animal is delivered to a specially designated area at Hamad International Airport (HIA) on the day of travel.</p> <p>As well as transporting domestic pets on passenger flights, the airlines said that the cargo division of the Qatar Airways Group has also become the third largest cargo carrier in the world in recent years and regularly uses its freighters to transport valuable show horses, dairy cows and animals for relocation and rescue purposes via its Qatar Airways Live Freighter Service (QR Cargo).</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2017-11-10', 'modified' => '2017-11-10', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '6654', 'image' => '20171110012707_Clipboard01.jpg', 'article_date' => '2017-11-10 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '6870', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'NIC Asia’s Branch at Musikot', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'NIC Asia Bank has opened a branch at Musikot of Rukum. ', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:13px">NIC Asia Bank has opened a branch at Musikot of Rukum. The branch was launched by the president of Rukum Chamber of Commerce and Industry Tek Bahadur Pun. Issuing a press statement, the bank said it has adopted a strategy to reach every possible market for better service of its customers and there are more branches coming in operation soon.</span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2017-11-10', 'modified' => '2017-11-10', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '6653', 'image' => '20171110011004_nicasia.jpg', 'article_date' => '2017-11-10 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '6869', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Two More Branches of Janata Bank', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'November 10: Janata Bank has added two more branches at Hairban, Sarlahi and Trishuli, Nuwakot. ', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:13px">November 10: Janata Bank has added two more branches at Hairban, Sarlahi and Trishuli, Nuwakot. The bank has started providing services from the two branches from Friday, November 10. Along with these two branches, the bank now has 88 branches and 67 ATM outlets. </span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2017-11-10', 'modified' => '2017-11-10', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '6652', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2017-11-10 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '6868', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Global IME to give 20 per cent Dividend', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'November 10: Global IME Bank has announced to provide 20 per cent dividend to its shareholders.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:13px">November 10: Global IME Bank has announced to provide 20 per cent dividend to its shareholders. The annual general meeting of the bank took such decision, reads a press statement issued by the bank. The dividend includes 10 per cent bonus share and 10 per cent cash.</span></p> <p>Currently, the bank has been providing service through 108 branches and 123 ATM counters. During the AGM, the bank informed about the profit it earned in the first trimester of the current FY. The profit in the first trimester is Rs 350.32 million. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2017-11-10', 'modified' => '2017-11-10', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '6651', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2017-11-10 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '6867', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'IOC Officials Visiting Nepal to Inspect Petroleum Pipeline', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'November 9: A team from the Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) is arriving Nepal on Thursday (November 9) for a field visit to the much awaited Mahottari-Amlekhgunj Petroleum Pipeline, which is currently under construction.', 'content' => '<p>November 9: A team from the Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) is arriving Nepal on Thursday (November 9) for a field visit to the much awaited Mahottari-Amlekhgunj Petroleum Pipeline, which is currently under construction. Nepal Oil Corporation (NOC)’s Executive Director Susheel Bhattarai confirmed that a team led by IOC Director Anish Agrawal is visiting Nepal for inspection of the pipeline.</p> <p>NOC said that the Indian team’s visit will be focused on studying the pipeline which is being constructed as per the agreement reached between India and Nepal some time ago.</p> <p>“IOC has expressed its desire to pay a field visit to the pipeline project,” said Bhattarai, adding, “We will be taking them to the concerned area for the study.”</p> <p>NOC plans to apprise the IOC team on the achievements made so far in the project. NOC Spokesperson Birendra Goit said that the project will get momentum after holding discussions with the Indian team.</p> <p>NOC said that it has already bought pipes and initiated the project. NOC also informed that the IOC has invested 75 percent in the project while the NOC has invested the remaining 25 percent.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2017-11-09', 'modified' => '2017-11-09', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '6650', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2017-11-09 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '6866', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => ' ‘Abolish and Amend outdated Laws’ ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'November 9: Entrepreneurs have stated that dozens of existing laws in Nepal are obstructing the industrial development and investment promotion in the country. ', 'content' => '<p>November 9: Entrepreneurs have stated that dozens of existing laws in Nepal are obstructing the industrial development and investment promotion in the country. The businessmen have also suggested to the government to abolish or amend inappropriate laws. Stating that the economic agendas are not being prioritized due to prolonged political changes, they have pointed out that it is important to abolish or amend dozens of outdated laws that have been hindering industrial development.</p> <p>The participants expressed such views amid a programme jointly organized by the Confederation of Nepalese Industries (CNI) and Nepal Media Society (NMS) on November 8. During the discussion programme entitled ‘Reforms of existing laws to promote industries and investment’, the participants expressed their views that industrial development and investment promotion are possible only through industry-friendly laws.</p> <p>“Good governance, promotion of effective governance and stability of policy are necessary to move the private sector ahead in productive way and make them actively engaged in economy,” said Hari Bhakta Sharma, president of CNI. Stating that there are more than 56 laws for regulating the industries, Sharma opined that the number of laws can be brought down to five or six by integrating the laws.</p> <p>Similarly, Shankar Sharma, former vice-chairman of National Planning Commission (NPC), said that it is essential to follow business norms along with the need for amendment of existing laws.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2017-11-09', 'modified' => '2017-11-09', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '6649', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2017-11-09 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '6865', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => '12,000 youths Unemployed in Seti Zone ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'November 9: The number of unemployed youths has been growing in Province no 7 (formerly known as Far-Western Development Region). ', 'content' => '<p>November 9: The number of unemployed youths has been growing in Province no 7 (formerly known as Far-Western Development Region). The number has been growing as the region lacks industries and factories as well as industry-friendly policies, and the existing industries have not been operating as per their capacity.</p> <p>According to the statistics of the Labour Office, Seti Zone, there are 12,300 unemployed youths in Kailali, Doti, Bajhang, Bajura and Achham districts. The data shows that most of the unemployed youths are moderately literate people to the people holding under-graduate degrees. Kailali tops the list with a total of 10,502 unemployed youths consisting of 5,789 male and 4,713 females, according to the statistics of the Labour Office.</p> <p>Jayadev Bista, acting chief of the office, said that population between the age group of 18 to 58 were included in the study. He said that the number will continue to rise until industry-friendly policies are implemented at the local level with development of industries and factories. The office has been collecting the data on unemployed youths since the fiscal year 2008/09.</p> <p>The office stated that though there are demands for technically skilled labourers, most of the youths are unemployed as they lack technical skills. Bista said that the office has assured job placement to at least two dozens of youths having technical skills in different organizations and industries. </p> <p>“Most of the industries are dependent on Indian labour for skilled manpower,” said Shanker Bogati, president of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry in the far west. The private sector claims that there is lack of skilled manpower in the industry.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2017-11-09', 'modified' => '2017-11-09', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '6648', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2017-11-09 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '6864', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Global IME Customers to get Banking Service from Viber', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'November 9: Global IME Bank has said that its customers can now access banking service through Viber, a messaging application. ', 'content' => '<p>November 9: Global IME Bank has said that its customers can now access banking service through Viber, a messaging application. In order to use the service, the customers should register their mobile number with ‘Global Mobile Banking’. Issuing a statement, the bank said that its customers can request for statement, get information about the banking services, among other services through the application. People who don’t have Global IME account can also access the service. Those who don’t have Global IME account can get information about branches, ATM outlets, among others, the bank said in the statement.</p> <p>The bank is currently providing banking service from 108 branches, 4 extension counters, 14 revenue collection counters, 123 ATM outlets, and 46 branchless banking units. The bank claims that it has a total of 800,000 customers.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2017-11-09', 'modified' => '2017-11-09', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '6647', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2017-11-09 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '6863', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'OPPO to Launch F5 on Nov 14', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'November 9: OPPO is all set to launch its selfie expert F5 camera phones on November 14. ', 'content' => '<p>November 9: OPPO is all set to launch its selfie expert F5 camera phones on November 14. Issuing a press statement, the company informed that the top three singers of Nepal Idol will also be present during the launching ceremony. The company posted videos of the top three singers on its Facebook page to publicize the event. Three of the Facebook users sharing those videos will get a change to take part in the event and win exciting gift hampers, the company informed. The Facebook campaign will be valid between November 7 to 12.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2017-11-09', 'modified' => '2017-11-09', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '6646', 'image' => '20171109125002_20171109065418_Clipboard28.jpg', 'article_date' => '2017-11-09 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '6862', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'CG Provides Scholarships to Students', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'November 9: CG Foods has provided scholarships to students of Lalitpur.', 'content' => '<p>November 9: CG Foods has provided scholarships to students of Lalitpur. The company, which has been providing Wai Wai Scholarships with the slogan ‘Educated Nepalis, Prosperous Nepalis’ has decided this time to provide the grants to 11 diligent students residing near its factory in Bhaisepati as well as to the children of the factory workers, reads a press statement issued by the company. The company has selected five local residents securing first positions in their grade five exams in 2016 for the scholarships while other four securing distinction in the SEE tests have also been selected for the scholarships. Likewise, one of the children of the factory worker securing first position in grade five exam and another with distinction in SEE have also benefitted from the scholarships. 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He said that the market will expand to Rs 100 billion in three years.</p> <p>Bhawani Rana, president of the Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI), said that the industry is not business friendly. She added that the FNCCI was ready to help pharmaceutical industry to become stronger.</p> <p>“For the last 20 years, the country has gone through political change only. Now, we should centralize our focus on socio-economic development of the country,” said the President of the Confederation of Nepalese Industries, Hari Bhakta Sharma.</p> <p>“The government should strengthen the Department of Drug Administration,” he said, adding, “Sectors like livestock, food and pharmaceuticals should be monitored by a single body rather than by a number of small bodies.” He also reiterated that Nepal currently has a market of Rs 40 billion for medicine. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2017-11-13', 'modified' => '2017-11-13', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '6659', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2017-11-13 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '6875', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Chinese Team Completes Study of Railway Lines', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'November 10: A high-level Chinese delegation which had arrived Nepal to study the possibility of railway network to connect with China has given a positive feedback.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:13px">November 10: A high-level Chinese delegation which had arrived Nepal to study the possibility of railway network to connect with China has given a positive feedback.</span></p> <p>The team had arrived Nepal to study the much-awaited rail network which connects Kerung to Lumbini via Kathmandu and Pokhara. The team arrived to the capital on Tuesday.</p> <p>The team monitored the site from Tuesday to Thursday. The team was led by Zheng Jian, vice minister of National Railway Administration of the People's Republic of China.</p> <p>According to the spokesperson of the Department of Railways, Prakash Bhakta Upadhyay, the site has been studied for the first time, which is a very positive sign for the construction of railway in the country. </p> <p> </p> <p>“The Chinese team is very positive and let’s hope everything goes well. The country is in election mood right now, so everything will be done after the election is over,” he added.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2017-11-10', 'modified' => '2017-11-10', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '6658', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2017-11-10 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '6874', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Japanese Investors See Good Potential in Birgunj', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'November 10: Japanese investors have said that the country’s main industrial center Birgunj can become a potential ground for foreign investment. ', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:13px">November 10: Japanese investors have said that the country’s main industrial center Birgunj can become a potential ground for foreign investment. A Japanese delegation led by Ambassador Masashi Ogawa to Pathdaiya-based Industrial Area of Birgunj and Birgunj Dry Port made such remarks during the visit. The delegation included representatives from KNP Japan and Singapore chapter of Japan Chamber of Commerce (JCC).</span></p> <p>The Japanese ambassador said that he will take initiative to bring Japanese investment in Birgunj.</p> <p>The 12-member delegation visited Birgunj on Wednesday, November 8.</p> <p>JCC Singapore Chairman Tichiori Takuhiko said that Birgunj holds good potential for investment in industry, business, transportation, finance and tourism sectors.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2017-11-10', 'modified' => '2017-11-10', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '6657', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2017-11-10 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '6873', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Seed Industry with an Investment of Rs 10 Million Starts Operation', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'November 10: A seed industry with an investment of Rs 10 million has come into operation in Sharadpur- 9, Bharatpur.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:13px">November 10: A seed industry with an investment of Rs 10 million has come into operation in Sharadpur- 9, Bharatpur. The Chitwan Agriseed Company Pvt Ltd has been established jointly by 11 entrepreneurs of Chitwan, Makwanpur, Dhankuta and Udayapur districts.</span></p> <p>“The company has been operated with an aim of increasing local production and making Nepal self-reliant on seeds,” said Shankar Kumar Karki, chairman of the company. He said that farmers will be relieved from the stress of travelling to multiple places for seeds as the company is selling different kinds of processed seeds at their doorsteps in various districts.</p> <p>The company has signed an agreement with districts like Rukum, Kathmandu, Bhaktapur, Parbat and Dhankuta and has been processing, packaging and distributing the seeds.</p> <p>Managind Director Bil Bahadur Adhikari informed that the company is selling 45 different types of seeds including the seeds of local cauliflower, cabbage, carrot, radish and spinach.</p> <p>“The company aims to train the farmers and export local products in the future,” Adhikari told New Business Age.</p> <p>The company is processing 100 kilograms of seeds in a day and is managing the market with the supply of packaged seeds weighing 10 grams to 500 grams. Adhikari added that the demand of seeds in Nepal is high and the company is finding it hard to fulfill it.</p> <p>The company has employed 12 people and has an aim of selling off-seasonal vegetables and fruits in the future. According to Seed Entrepreneurs Association of Nepal (SEAN), though there is a demand of 2,500 metric tons of seeds in Nepal only 900 metric tons of seeds are produced in the country.</p> <p> </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2017-11-10', 'modified' => '2017-11-10', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '6656', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2017-11-10 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '6872', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Micromax Launches Canvas Infinity', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'November 10: After the successful sale of over half a million Micromax Canvas 2 smartphones in 2012, Micromax has introduced the advanced and evolutionary Canvas Infinity (model number - HS2) phones.', 'content' => '<p>November 10: After the successful sale of over half a million Micromax Canvas 2 smartphones in 2012, Micromax has introduced the advanced and evolutionary Canvas Infinity (model number - HS2) phones.</p> <p>Issuing a press statement, the company said that Micromax Canvas Infinity (HS2) is powered by 1.4GHz Quad CoAnchorre Cortex A-53 Qualcomm MSM8917 Snapdragon 425 processor, and features 3GB of DDR3RAM, so one can be assured that it runs fast and smooth.</p> <p>The phone comes with a high-resolution 13MP primary camera with flash, as well as a front-facing 16MP camera for selfies. It also has a 5.70-inch IPS LCD Multicolor display.</p> <p>Moreover, the phone never runs out of storage space with the Canvas Infinity (HS2) loaded with a 3 GB DDR3 RAM and 32 GB ROM which is expandable up to 128 GB through micro SD card, reads the statement.</p> <p>On top of that, the phone runs Android 7.1.2 Nougat which can be upgraded to OREO 8.0 and contains a powerful 2900mAh battery which ensures maximum delight to users while watching video, playing games and others multiple uses.</p> <p> It comes with a 5.70 inchIPS LCD Multi-color display with a resolution of 720 pixels by 1440 pixels. The phone also features fingerprint (rear-mounted) sensor, accelerometer, proximity, A-GPS, 4G/OTG support, and bluetooth. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2017-11-10', 'modified' => '2017-11-10', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '6655', 'image' => '20171110014354_Picture (1).jpg', 'article_date' => '2017-11-10 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 5 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '6871', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Qatar Airways Reduces Prices For Transporting Pets', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'November 10: Qatar Airways said it has responded to the demand from passengers seeking to transport their pets around the world by reducing the price to the lowest rates ever into and out of Doha.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:13px">November 10: Qatar Airways said it has responded to the demand from passengers seeking to transport their pets around the world by reducing the price to the lowest rates ever into and out of Doha.</span></p> <p>As the only airline that will carry pets as excess baggage to and from Qatar, the airline said in a statement that it has gone beyond expectations and reduced the cost of travelling with a pet.</p> <p>“While it used to cost pet owners approximately USD 400 to transport a large dog to Europe or the Americas on another carrier, the same journey will now cost just USD 300 on Qatar Airways out of Doha,” reads the statement.</p> <p>The move is set to position Qatar Airways as the airline of choice for people seeking to transport their pets around the world, the airlines said. It follows an increase in demand from passengers wanting to travel on the same flight as their domestic pets, or from animal refuges relocating stray animals to new homes overseas.</p> <p>Qatar Airways Chief Commercial Officer Ehab Amin said, “We know how much our passengers love their family pets and often don’t want to be apart from them. This move to increase weight allowances while also reducing the fare structure means that our passengers and their domestic pets can now travel comfortably on the same flight together.</p> <p>“We are one of the few airlines in the world that accepts domestic pets as checked-in baggage on our passenger aircraft. So in keeping with our very inclusive culture and our drive to always enhance the customer experience, we are delighted to increase the pet weight limit from 32kgs to 75kgs, while significantly reducing charges.”</p> <p>Customers checking in for their flight only need to telephone ahead and make a confirmed booking for their pet to travel with them. After showing the appropriate veterinary certificate to confirm their pet is healthy and safe for air travel, the animal is delivered to a specially designated area at Hamad International Airport (HIA) on the day of travel.</p> <p>As well as transporting domestic pets on passenger flights, the airlines said that the cargo division of the Qatar Airways Group has also become the third largest cargo carrier in the world in recent years and regularly uses its freighters to transport valuable show horses, dairy cows and animals for relocation and rescue purposes via its Qatar Airways Live Freighter Service (QR Cargo).</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2017-11-10', 'modified' => '2017-11-10', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '6654', 'image' => '20171110012707_Clipboard01.jpg', 'article_date' => '2017-11-10 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '6870', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'NIC Asia’s Branch at Musikot', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'NIC Asia Bank has opened a branch at Musikot of Rukum. ', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:13px">NIC Asia Bank has opened a branch at Musikot of Rukum. The branch was launched by the president of Rukum Chamber of Commerce and Industry Tek Bahadur Pun. Issuing a press statement, the bank said it has adopted a strategy to reach every possible market for better service of its customers and there are more branches coming in operation soon.</span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2017-11-10', 'modified' => '2017-11-10', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '6653', 'image' => '20171110011004_nicasia.jpg', 'article_date' => '2017-11-10 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '6869', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Two More Branches of Janata Bank', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'November 10: Janata Bank has added two more branches at Hairban, Sarlahi and Trishuli, Nuwakot. ', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:13px">November 10: Janata Bank has added two more branches at Hairban, Sarlahi and Trishuli, Nuwakot. The bank has started providing services from the two branches from Friday, November 10. Along with these two branches, the bank now has 88 branches and 67 ATM outlets. </span></p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2017-11-10', 'modified' => '2017-11-10', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '6652', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2017-11-10 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '6868', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Global IME to give 20 per cent Dividend', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'November 10: Global IME Bank has announced to provide 20 per cent dividend to its shareholders.', 'content' => '<p><span style="font-size:13px">November 10: Global IME Bank has announced to provide 20 per cent dividend to its shareholders. The annual general meeting of the bank took such decision, reads a press statement issued by the bank. The dividend includes 10 per cent bonus share and 10 per cent cash.</span></p> <p>Currently, the bank has been providing service through 108 branches and 123 ATM counters. During the AGM, the bank informed about the profit it earned in the first trimester of the current FY. The profit in the first trimester is Rs 350.32 million. </p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2017-11-10', 'modified' => '2017-11-10', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '6651', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2017-11-10 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '6867', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'IOC Officials Visiting Nepal to Inspect Petroleum Pipeline', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'November 9: A team from the Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) is arriving Nepal on Thursday (November 9) for a field visit to the much awaited Mahottari-Amlekhgunj Petroleum Pipeline, which is currently under construction.', 'content' => '<p>November 9: A team from the Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) is arriving Nepal on Thursday (November 9) for a field visit to the much awaited Mahottari-Amlekhgunj Petroleum Pipeline, which is currently under construction. Nepal Oil Corporation (NOC)’s Executive Director Susheel Bhattarai confirmed that a team led by IOC Director Anish Agrawal is visiting Nepal for inspection of the pipeline.</p> <p>NOC said that the Indian team’s visit will be focused on studying the pipeline which is being constructed as per the agreement reached between India and Nepal some time ago.</p> <p>“IOC has expressed its desire to pay a field visit to the pipeline project,” said Bhattarai, adding, “We will be taking them to the concerned area for the study.”</p> <p>NOC plans to apprise the IOC team on the achievements made so far in the project. NOC Spokesperson Birendra Goit said that the project will get momentum after holding discussions with the Indian team.</p> <p>NOC said that it has already bought pipes and initiated the project. NOC also informed that the IOC has invested 75 percent in the project while the NOC has invested the remaining 25 percent.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2017-11-09', 'modified' => '2017-11-09', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '6650', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2017-11-09 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '6866', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => ' ‘Abolish and Amend outdated Laws’ ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'November 9: Entrepreneurs have stated that dozens of existing laws in Nepal are obstructing the industrial development and investment promotion in the country. ', 'content' => '<p>November 9: Entrepreneurs have stated that dozens of existing laws in Nepal are obstructing the industrial development and investment promotion in the country. The businessmen have also suggested to the government to abolish or amend inappropriate laws. Stating that the economic agendas are not being prioritized due to prolonged political changes, they have pointed out that it is important to abolish or amend dozens of outdated laws that have been hindering industrial development.</p> <p>The participants expressed such views amid a programme jointly organized by the Confederation of Nepalese Industries (CNI) and Nepal Media Society (NMS) on November 8. During the discussion programme entitled ‘Reforms of existing laws to promote industries and investment’, the participants expressed their views that industrial development and investment promotion are possible only through industry-friendly laws.</p> <p>“Good governance, promotion of effective governance and stability of policy are necessary to move the private sector ahead in productive way and make them actively engaged in economy,” said Hari Bhakta Sharma, president of CNI. Stating that there are more than 56 laws for regulating the industries, Sharma opined that the number of laws can be brought down to five or six by integrating the laws.</p> <p>Similarly, Shankar Sharma, former vice-chairman of National Planning Commission (NPC), said that it is essential to follow business norms along with the need for amendment of existing laws.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2017-11-09', 'modified' => '2017-11-09', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '6649', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2017-11-09 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '6865', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => '12,000 youths Unemployed in Seti Zone ', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'November 9: The number of unemployed youths has been growing in Province no 7 (formerly known as Far-Western Development Region). ', 'content' => '<p>November 9: The number of unemployed youths has been growing in Province no 7 (formerly known as Far-Western Development Region). The number has been growing as the region lacks industries and factories as well as industry-friendly policies, and the existing industries have not been operating as per their capacity.</p> <p>According to the statistics of the Labour Office, Seti Zone, there are 12,300 unemployed youths in Kailali, Doti, Bajhang, Bajura and Achham districts. The data shows that most of the unemployed youths are moderately literate people to the people holding under-graduate degrees. Kailali tops the list with a total of 10,502 unemployed youths consisting of 5,789 male and 4,713 females, according to the statistics of the Labour Office.</p> <p>Jayadev Bista, acting chief of the office, said that population between the age group of 18 to 58 were included in the study. He said that the number will continue to rise until industry-friendly policies are implemented at the local level with development of industries and factories. The office has been collecting the data on unemployed youths since the fiscal year 2008/09.</p> <p>The office stated that though there are demands for technically skilled labourers, most of the youths are unemployed as they lack technical skills. Bista said that the office has assured job placement to at least two dozens of youths having technical skills in different organizations and industries. </p> <p>“Most of the industries are dependent on Indian labour for skilled manpower,” said Shanker Bogati, president of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry in the far west. The private sector claims that there is lack of skilled manpower in the industry.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2017-11-09', 'modified' => '2017-11-09', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '6648', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2017-11-09 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 12 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '6864', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'Global IME Customers to get Banking Service from Viber', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'November 9: Global IME Bank has said that its customers can now access banking service through Viber, a messaging application. ', 'content' => '<p>November 9: Global IME Bank has said that its customers can now access banking service through Viber, a messaging application. In order to use the service, the customers should register their mobile number with ‘Global Mobile Banking’. Issuing a statement, the bank said that its customers can request for statement, get information about the banking services, among other services through the application. People who don’t have Global IME account can also access the service. Those who don’t have Global IME account can get information about branches, ATM outlets, among others, the bank said in the statement.</p> <p>The bank is currently providing banking service from 108 branches, 4 extension counters, 14 revenue collection counters, 123 ATM outlets, and 46 branchless banking units. The bank claims that it has a total of 800,000 customers.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2017-11-09', 'modified' => '2017-11-09', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '6647', 'image' => null, 'article_date' => '2017-11-09 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '6863', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'OPPO to Launch F5 on Nov 14', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'November 9: OPPO is all set to launch its selfie expert F5 camera phones on November 14. ', 'content' => '<p>November 9: OPPO is all set to launch its selfie expert F5 camera phones on November 14. Issuing a press statement, the company informed that the top three singers of Nepal Idol will also be present during the launching ceremony. The company posted videos of the top three singers on its Facebook page to publicize the event. Three of the Facebook users sharing those videos will get a change to take part in the event and win exciting gift hampers, the company informed. The Facebook campaign will be valid between November 7 to 12.</p> ', 'published' => true, 'created' => '2017-11-09', 'modified' => '2017-11-09', 'keywords' => '', 'description' => '', 'sortorder' => '6646', 'image' => '20171109125002_20171109065418_Clipboard28.jpg', 'article_date' => '2017-11-09 00:00:00', 'homepage' => false, 'breaking_news' => false, 'main_news' => true, 'in_scroller' => false, 'user_id' => '16' ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Article' => array( 'id' => '6862', 'article_category_id' => '1', 'title' => 'CG Provides Scholarships to Students', 'sub_title' => '', 'summary' => 'November 9: CG Foods has provided scholarships to students of Lalitpur.', 'content' => '<p>November 9: CG Foods has provided scholarships to students of Lalitpur. The company, which has been providing Wai Wai Scholarships with the slogan ‘Educated Nepalis, Prosperous Nepalis’ has decided this time to provide the grants to 11 diligent students residing near its factory in Bhaisepati as well as to the children of the factory workers, reads a press statement issued by the company. The company has selected five local residents securing first positions in their grade five exams in 2016 for the scholarships while other four securing distinction in the SEE tests have also been selected for the scholarships. Likewise, one of the children of the factory worker securing first position in grade five exam and another with distinction in SEE have also benefitted from the scholarships. 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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