Kathmandu: The Nepal Tourism Board has officially launched an initiative aimed at preparing the next generation of Nepalese tourism professionals for the modern landscape of the industry. Today, 65 students from Shubhashree College of Management’s Bachelor of Hotel Management program participated in the inaugural session of the monthly series titled “Empowering Future Tourism Leaders: Sharing… Continue reading NTB launches initiative to empower future leaders in tourism industry
Month: September 2024
Americans can now renew passports online and bypass cumbersome paper applications
Kathmandu: Americans can now renew their passports online, bypassing a cumbersome mail-in paper application process that often caused delays. The State Department announced Wednesday that its online renewal system is now fully operational, after testing in pilot programs, and available to adult passport holders whose passport has expired within the past five years or will… Continue reading Americans can now renew passports online and bypass cumbersome paper applications
Pokhara to host Nepal’s First International Balloon Festival
Kathmandu: The tourism capital of Nepal is set to welcome its first-ever International Balloon Festival from December 24, 2024, to January 1, 2025. Organized by Balloon Nepal Pvt. Ltd., the event will coincide with Christmas and New Year celebrations, adding a festive atmosphere to the city. Bishnu Bhakta Dhakal, Director of Balloon Nepal, highlighted the… Continue reading Pokhara to host Nepal’s First International Balloon Festival
PM KP Sharma Oli departs USA to attend 79th UN General Assembly
Kathmandu: Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has departed for the United Nations Headquarters in New York, where he will lead a Nepali delegation at the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). The Prime Minister is scheduled to address the assembly on September 26, focusing on this year’s theme: “Leaving No One Behind:… Continue reading PM KP Sharma Oli departs USA to attend 79th UN General Assembly
FNCCI launches Business Intelligence System
The Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI) has officially launched its Business Intelligence System (BIS) on Tuesday. This system will be used for managing FNCCI’s member database, conducting research and streamlining office operations. All members’ information will be stored in this system, making it accessible to the members themselves. Approximately 600,000 businesses… Continue reading FNCCI launches Business Intelligence System
Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli to lead Nepali delegation at 79th UN general assembly
Kathmandu: Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli is set to depart for New York on Friday, leading a delegation to the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) at the UN Headquarters. The prime minister will address the assembly on September 26, with this year’s theme being “Leaving No One Behind: Acting Together for… Continue reading Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli to lead Nepali delegation at 79th UN general assembly
Canada to cut international student permits by 45% in 2025
Kathmandu: Canada is set to implement a 45% reduction in permits granted to international students in 2025, following a significant 35% drop in student enrollment in 2024, when only 360,000 student visas were issued. Officials cite rising concerns over the misuse of the student visa system, with reports indicating that some individuals are exploiting these… Continue reading Canada to cut international student permits by 45% in 2025
Facebook owner bans Russian state media networks
Kathmandu: Facebook owner Meta says it is banning several Russian state media networks, alleging they use deceptive tactics to carry out influence operations and evade detection on its platforms. “After careful consideration, we expanded our ongoing enforcement against Russian state media outlets. Rossiya Segodnya, RT and other related entities are now banned from our apps… Continue reading Facebook owner bans Russian state media networks
Parliamentary Committee recommends action against Rabi Lamichhane
Kathmandu: A parliamentary special committee has recommended legal action against four key figures at Gorkha Media Network for their involvement in the misappropriation of Rs 650 million. The recommended individuals include Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) Chairman Rabi Lamichhane, who was formerly the managing director of the network, along with Gitendra Babu (GB) Rai, Kumar Ramtel,… Continue reading Parliamentary Committee recommends action against Rabi Lamichhane
Indra Jatra festival celebrated in Kathmandu Valley
Kathmandu: President Ramchandra Paudel observed the Indra Jatra festival today at the Hanumandhoka Durbar Square in Basantpur. The President made his way from the Juddha Salik at New Road to the Gaddi Baithak on foot. Since last year, President Paudel has taken to walking the route from Juddha Salik to Gaddi Baithak. Upon reaching Gaddi… Continue reading Indra Jatra festival celebrated in Kathmandu Valley