Process begins for Nepal-US direct flight operation

Kathmandu: The process for Nepal-US two-way direct flight operation has started. According to the Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN), a week ago, the Federal Aviation Administration of the United States sent preliminary correspondence for a two-way flight agreement. The Authority has submitted this draft to the Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation and… Continue reading Process begins for Nepal-US direct flight operation

CAAN bans flying drone in airport territory

Kathmandu: Flying drones have been banned within 5 km of Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA). The Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN) has issued a notice on Friday informing not to fly drones within a 5 km area of ​​TIA. According to the airport office, such actions will seriously affect the flight safety of the aircraft.… Continue reading CAAN bans flying drone in airport territory

NMA to halt expedition permit for two days during Dashain festival

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Kathmandu: Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA) will issue continuous climbing permits on days other than the two days of Dashain. The association issued a notice on Thursday and informed that issuing expedition permit will be halted on October 4 and 5 only. Apart from this, the permit will continue from 11 am to 3 pm on… Continue reading NMA to halt expedition permit for two days during Dashain festival

USD value exceeds 131 rupees

Kathmandu: Nepali currency has become more weak. For last few days, dollar value is setting a new record every other day. And the Nepalese currency has been weakening continuously. Recently, the US central bank, the Federal Reserve (Fed), increased the interest rate, and the value of the dollar, which is about to increase, has made… Continue reading USD value exceeds 131 rupees

Health ministry sent free paracetamol to govt hospitals

Kathmandu: The Ministry of Health and Population has sent free paracetamol to the government hospitals inside the Kathmandu valley. Issuing a press statement today the ministry said that paracetamol has been made available for free distribution to various health institutions by facilitating the supply of paracetamol. Similarly, the ministry also said that required arrangement has… Continue reading Health ministry sent free paracetamol to govt hospitals

Electric Buses come into operation in Lumbini area

Kathmadnu: Electric buses, which have been stuck in Lumbini for a long time, have started operating from today. On the occasion of Dashain festival, Lumbini Development Trust has launched a formal mechanical test of electric vehicles from today. Five electric buses will be operating from Lumbini Airport Belhia to Ramgram, Lumbini Airport to Butwal Goal… Continue reading Electric Buses come into operation in Lumbini area

PATA Nepal Chapter honors Deepak Raj Joshi with PATA Personality of the Year 2021 Award

Kathmandu: Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Nepal Chapter and the Judging Committee for its Annual Featured Awards endorsed Deepak Raj Joshi as the most deserving candidate for PATA Personality of the Year 2021 Award. Deepak Raj Joshi received the award amid the PATA Nepal Chapter featured Annual Award ceremony at the formal function of PATA ID and World Tourism Day Celebration… Continue reading PATA Nepal Chapter honors Deepak Raj Joshi with PATA Personality of the Year 2021 Award

Comedian Himesh Pant to participate in election from Rabi Lamichhane’s party

Kathmandu: Comedy champion winner Himesh Pant has decided to take part in the House of Representatives elections from Dhading Constituency No. 1. The Rashtriya Swatantra Party led by Rabi Lamichhane recommended direct candidates from the constituency. Pant became the candidate after the party’s Dhading district committee recommended it to the centre. The film Bar and… Continue reading Comedian Himesh Pant to participate in election from Rabi Lamichhane’s party

Ski mountaineer Hilary Nelson found dead in Mt Manaslu

Kathmandu: America’s famous mountaineer Hilary Nelson has been found dead in Gorkha’s Manaslu mountain. Hilary, who was missing since Monday, has found dead this morning. Her body has been repatriated to Kathmandu in the afternoon. According to the Department of Tourism, the body of 49-year-old American climber Hillary, who went missing while skiing in Manaslu,… Continue reading Ski mountaineer Hilary Nelson found dead in Mt Manaslu