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
Month: September 2024
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
Cabinet orders hospitals to provide OPD services on public holidays
Kathmandu: The Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers (OPMCM) has directed the Ministry of Health and Population to ensure that Out Patient Department (OPD) services are available at hospitals even on public holidays. In a recent directive, the OPMCM instructed the ministry to implement arrangements for providing all health services, including OPD,… Continue reading Cabinet orders hospitals to provide OPD services on public holidays
Nepali cricket team in Sri Lanka for ODI series and ICC World Cup League-2 preparations
Kathmandu: The Nepali national cricket team has landed in Sri Lanka for an important phase of their preparation. The squad has arrived to participate in practice sessions and to compete in a three-match One Day International (ODI) series against the Sri Lanka Development Team, starting Monday. This series is a crucial part of Nepal’s build-up… Continue reading Nepali cricket team in Sri Lanka for ODI series and ICC World Cup League-2 preparations