LETTERS CPN-UML’s eroding image: It was surprising to learn that the CPN-UML’s general secretary, Madhav Kumar Nepal, has claimed that he and his party was not informed about the government’s decision to hike the price of the petroleum products. How can... 14 Jan, 2005
Panel suggests ways to boost tourism, aviation Himalayan News ServiceKathmandu, January 12:The high-level task force formed by the government to recommend ways to boost the sagging tourism and aviation sector has put forward its recommendations to the government to make substantial changes in the... Travel 13 Jan, 2005
Ignominious index Nepal has nose-dived 17 notches down in the top 10 world tourist and travel destinations list compiled by iExp-lore.com, a leading international tourism company. By claiming a berth at the tenth place last year, Nepal had basked in the limelight. There... 12 Jan, 2005
Biz briefs Foodgrain scarcity feltILAM: Northern VDCs of Ilam and Panchthar districts in Mechi zone have been hit by the scarcity of food grains. Transportation of food grains to the remote areas has been stalled since the last seven months, grumble the locals.... 12 Jan, 2005
Nepal on top with 21 gold; US finish second Himalayan News ServiceKathmandu, January 10:Nepal finished first winning 51 medals — 21 gold, 15 silver and 15 bronze — in the first All Karate Open International Championship organised by Nepal Kwanmukan Karate Do Association from January 5-10... 10 Jan, 2005
NTB, NTV sign agreement Himalayan News ServiceKathmandu, January 6:Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and Nepal Television (NTV) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to promote and create awareness about domestic tourism.Tek Bahadur Dangi, chief executive officer (CEO) at NTB... 06 Jan, 2005
Lumbini lures tourists Himalayan News ServiceKathmandu, January 3:The number of third country tourists visiting Lumbini — the sacred birthplace of Lord Buddha — marked a healthy growth of 35 per cent in 2004, in comparison to the last year. According to the tourist... 03 Jan, 2005
NKMKA all set for International Karate Championship Himalayan News ServiceKathmandu, January 1:Nepal Kwanmukan Karate Do Association (NKMKA) has completed the final preparations for the upcoming first All Karate Open International Championship and Technical and Referee Seminar 2005 to be held from... 02 Jan, 2005
NTB celebrates sixth anniversary kathmandu: Nepal Tourism Board celebrated its sixth anniversary today and awarded prizes to top tourism service fee (TSF) payers. Hotel Soaltee, Hotel Yak and Yeti and Hyatt Regency bagged the first, second and third prizes respectively in the hotel... Travel 01 Jan, 2005
Everest Marathon on May 29 Himalayan News Service Kathmandu, May 10: This year’s Tenzing Hillary Everest Marathon is going to be held on May 29 starting from Everest base camp to Namche, informed the organisers at a press meet here today in Nepal Tourism Board (NTB). This... 05 Oct, 2004
Tourists’ arrival up in June Himalayan News ServiceKathmandu, July 3:Half-yearly figure shows 37 per cent growth .Tourists coming to Nepal by air in June increased by five per cent compared to the same period last year, while third country arrivals grew by 31 per cent. However,... 03 Jul, 2004
Incorporate WTO provisions in tourism policy, says Gurung Himalayan News ServiceKathmandu, June 25:Dr Harka Gurung, a noted geographer and former tourism minister has emphasised on framing a new tourism policy, compatible with commitments and provisions under the World Trade Organisation (WTO). Speaking at an... 25 Jun, 2004
