Kathmandu: Deepak Joshi has been reappointed as the Chief Executive Officer of the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB), the country’s national tourism organization. Joshi, who previously served as NTB CEO from December 2016 to December 2019, secured the position once again after a competitive election against former CEO Dhanjaya Regmi and Gyaneshwar Mahoto. The CEO position… Continue reading Deepak Raj Joshi reappointed as Nepal Tourism Board CEO
Forest Minister for Gandaki Province Deepak Manange resigns
Kathmandu: Rajiv Gurung, a minister in Gandaki Province, has resigned from his position. Gurung, who is popularly known as Deepak Manange, submitted his resignation via a letter to Chief Minister Surendra Raj Pande through his personal secretary. During today’s government reorganization, Chief Minister Pande appointed Manange to the Ministry of Forests and Environment. However, Manange… Continue reading Forest Minister for Gandaki Province Deepak Manange resigns
Putin welcomed in Mongolia despite ICC arrest warrant
Kathmandu: Russian President Vladimir Putin has arrived in Mongolia, his first visit to an International Criminal Court (ICC) member since it issued a warrant for his arrest last year. He was welcomed by Mongolia’s leader at a lavish ceremony in the Asian nation’s capital Ulaanbaatar on Tuesday. The Russian leader is wanted by the court… Continue reading Putin welcomed in Mongolia despite ICC arrest warrant
New Zealand increases tourist entry tax
Kathmandu: New Zealand will steeply increase an entry tax for foreign tourists in a move some fear could deter visitors. The cost of the International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy will near triple to NZ$100 (£47.20) from NZ$35 (£16.52) from 1 October. The government said this is to help economic growth and “ensure visitors contribute… Continue reading New Zealand increases tourist entry tax
KMC Mayor Balen’s facebook post removed following community guidelines violation
Kathmandu: Bhupadev Shah, private secretary to Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) Mayor Balen, confirmed that a Facebook status featuring a photo of UML Lumbini Province Assembly Member Rekha Sharma was recently taken down from the Mayor’s official page. The removal followed Facebook’s designation of the post as a violation of its Community Guidelines. Shah explained, “The… Continue reading KMC Mayor Balen’s facebook post removed following community guidelines violation
Hetauda office cracks down on 35 industries for child labor violations
Kathmandu: In the fiscal year 2023/24, significant measures were taken against 35 industrial institutions and employers found guilty of using child labor, a practice deemed illegal under current regulations. The Labor and Employment Office in Hetauda carried out a comprehensive monitoring operation, inspecting 95 industries to ensure compliance with labor laws. As a result, those… Continue reading Hetauda office cracks down on 35 industries for child labor violations
Tripartite agreement signed to boost startup loans in Nepal
Kathmandu: A tripartite agreement was signed today among the Industrial and Business Development Foundation, Nepal National Commercial Bank, and the Deposit and Credit Guarantee Fund to facilitate startup loans. The agreement was formalized in the presence of Minister for Industry, Commerce, and Supplies Damodar Bhandari at the Ministry. Representing the Deposit and Credit Guarantee Fund,… Continue reading Tripartite agreement signed to boost startup loans in Nepal
Sheynnis Palacios unveils the crown for Miss Universe Nepal 2024
Kathmandu: The anticipation for Miss Universe Nepal 2024 has reached a new height as the iconic crown was unveiled in a grand ceremony by Sheynnis Palacios, Miss Universe 2023. This marks a historic moment for Nepal as it is the first time a reigning Miss Universe has personally presented the crown, setting a new standard… Continue reading Sheynnis Palacios unveils the crown for Miss Universe Nepal 2024
FNCCI delegation meets Chief Secretary Aryal
Kathmandu: The Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI) has drawn the attention of the newly appointed Chief Secretary, Ek Narayan Aryal, to the need for policy reforms and stability for rapid and sustainable economic development, even though there has been some improvement in the economy lately. FNCCI President Chandra Prasad Dhakal stated… Continue reading FNCCI delegation meets Chief Secretary Aryal
Nepal welcomes over 700,000 tourists in first 8 months of 2024
Kathmandu: The Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) has reported a significant influx of visitors to Nepal in 2024, with a total of 720,334 tourists arriving in the country between January and August. August 2024 alone saw 72,719 tourists, marking an increase from 67,153 visitors in August 2023 and 41,304 in August 2022. Despite this growth, current… Continue reading Nepal welcomes over 700,000 tourists in first 8 months of 2024