NEPALGUNJ, July 3: Goods are easily smuggled through the Nepalgunj border in western Nepal, which is connected to India. The smugglers have effectively engaged the customs officials, security personnel and others to smuggle large quantities of goods.

MoU signed for food security

Published On: May 21, 2018 08:12 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, May 21: A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Ministry of Forests and Environment and World Food Programme (WFP) was signed Monday for the food security and agriculture projects targeted on communities vulnerable to the climate change impacts.

Nepal Tourism Board launches website in Chinese language

Published On: May 21, 2018 03:36 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, May 21: Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) has launched its website in Chinese language in a bid to attract Chinese tourists.

TIA to operate 21 hours a day from today

Published On: May 21, 2018 11:45 AM NPT By: Arpana Ale Magar

Qatar Airways, Wataniya Airways interested to operate in extended slot

TIA to operate 21 hours a day from tomorrow

Published On: May 21, 2018 11:45 AM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, May 20: The government is set to open Tribhuvan International Airport, the only international airport of the country, 21 hours a day from Monday. The operation period is from 6:00 am to 3:00 am.

Export to China via Rasuwagadhi doubles in nine months

Published On: May 21, 2018 08:19 AM NPT By: Ayam Shrestha

KATHMANDU, May 21: Nepal’s export to China via Rasuwagadhi customs jumped by nearly two and half times over the first nine months Fiscal Year 2017/18, compared to export figures of the same period a year earlier.

Around 200 climbers scale Everest so far, one dies

Published On: May 21, 2018 05:00 AM NPT By: Radha Dhungana

SOLUKHUMBU, May 21: Out of the 346 climbers of 38 expedition teams who obtained permit to scale Mt Everest this season, 200 have successfully climbed the world's highest peak so far, according to officials. Meanwhile, AFP reported that a Macedonian climber died above camp 3 while making a final push for the summit.

Investment pouring in Itahari's hospitality sector

Published On: May 21, 2018 02:30 AM NPT By: Amar Khadka

ITAHARI, May 21: Investment is pouring in hospitality sector in Itahari which is emerging as a commercial hub in the eastern region.

South Korea's LG Group chairman dies from illness at 73

Published On: May 20, 2018 05:53 PM NPT By: Republica

SEOUL, May 20: The chairman of South Korea’s LG Group, Koo Bon-moo, instrumental in transforming the country’s fourth-largest conglomerate into a global brand, passed away on Sunday after a year-long battle with a brain disease.

US-China not to launch a trade war

Published On: May 20, 2018 10:51 AM NPT By: Agencies

The United States and China issued a joint statement on Saturday to conclude the trade talks with Chinese Vice Premier Liu He on May 17 and 18. The United States and China said Saturday they had reached consensus on measures to “substantially” reduce the U.S. trade deficit with Beijing by “significantly” increasing its purchases of U.S. goods, but offered few details.

Kingfisher Beer launched in Nepal

Published On: May 20, 2018 08:18 AM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, May 20: In association with Yeti Brewery, United Breweries Ltd has launched its flagship beer brands—Kingfisher Premium and Kingfisher Strong—in Nepal. Amid a ceremony held in the capital on Friday, United Breweries Ltd announced its foray into the Nepali market with the two variants. United Breweries Limited is a joint venture with the global beer leader Heineken NV.