Wednesday, December 28, 2011

2011: November

Nov 1
Four new paragliding firms start operations in Pokhara
Govt vows stern action against VAT evaders
Land acquisition rate fixed for KTM-Tarai expressway
Nepal-China trade fair from Wednesday
Tourism peaking up in Ilam
When your washing machine decides which detergent to buy
Hotels in flood-hit Thailand offer big discounts

Nov 2
Tourism ministry asks CIAA to make instruction clear
Rafting in Kali Gandaki to begin from Sunday
Hyundai Eon coming this January
65 firms move Revenue Tribunal
Govt to hand over Janakpur Railway to Rail Dept
Nepal instructed to fulfill AML commitments by Feb 2012
October saw record tourist arrivals
Nepal-China trade fair kicks off
Nepal, Czech Republic to form joint economic forum
Nepse surges 16.37 points with three-time circuit break
Indian veg dominates Kalimati market as Nepali supplies shrink
NTY panel confused after CIAA fiat to put all programs on hold
Noodles prices go up by 20 percent

Nov 3
Govt spending Rs 4m per month on defunct NDL
Cases at labor court go up
Nepse falls to 343.54 points amid protests against peace deal

Nov 4
Govt to bring new laws, polices to lure FDI
Industry minister blames MoF of lack of coordination
Restaurants see no growth in biz despite year-long tourism campaign
Inequality drags Nepal down in global ranking

Nov 5
Govt seeks employers help to create job database
US firms bullish on Nepali IT sector but wary of attrition
Winter apparel expensive by 10 to 15 percent
Innovation, novelty keep some photo studios going, others giving up
Rupee gains value against dollar

Nov 6
Organic certification of coffee begins in Palpa, Kaski
Housing developers flouting safety norms, rules: Report
IMF to reinstate Nepal office
Nepal-China Tibet trade fair concludes
Govt told to keep tabs on multinationals
LPG subsidy in for a review, dual-pricing on the cards: Minister

Nov 7
'478 km of waterways possible in Koshi, Gandaki, Bheri'
Home-stay tourism begins in Astam
Yeti Airlines hands over donation cheques to 4 social organizations
Hotel shops turn tourist hotspot as Thamel handicrafts go out of favor
Nepal asks China to remove trade barrier, boost investments

Nov 8
Govt to study feasibility of SEZ in three more districts
Lack of awareness of workers, banks staff discouraging formal transfers
Small is beautiful
Banks slash short-term lending rates
Country's oldest tea plant set to resume operations
Gold hits new high of Rs 54,700 per tola
Price of vegetables continue to rise
Cement, steel dearer

Nov 9
NAC loses court case, to be vacated from Janpath
Model veg, livestock farm gives Pokhara countryside a reason to cheer
Korean firm seeks go-ahead for 2nd international airport
Nepal-India IGC meeting in Dec
Gold hits record price of Rs 55,200 per tola
If winter is around, can boots be far behind?
Leading ISPs consolidate their position

Nov 10
Guidelines for Farmer Card ready for Cabinet to endorse
Schedule flights to Lukla resumes Thursday
Gold drops Rs 500 per tola

Nov 11
Govt to build SEZ, industrial estate, dry port in far west
Six financial institutions get merger approval
Govt to restrict transfer of apartment ownerships of 19 developers
China's Sinopec to pay $3.5 bn for Brazil oil stake
Sugam Gas will be punished: Minister Bhatta
Festival sales ease the depression in auto market

Nov 12
Is cash incentive for exports a flawed policy?
Tourist vehicles face extortion in Myagdi, Mustang
Essential food items become dearer
Activists protest entry of Monsanto seeds

Nov 13
NT to launch IP CDMA by Dec
Pvt vehicles barred from carrying tourists
Twin Otter landing gear units missing: NAC
Strict guidelines for housing developers in the offing
Kakarbhitta dry port awaits its potential to be tapped
Hyundai Elantra coming this Jan
Debit cards use growing steadily
Case filed against recommendation committee

Nov 14
Korean firm selected for DPR of East-West rail network
Draft regulation on Microinsurance Fund ready
Germany gives Rs 54m to WFP-Nepal
Before you invest in colorful stones, find out a little about them
Nepali carpet flooring becomes dearer

Nov 15
Fertilizers' price won't be hiked for now: Minister
TAAN proposes lowering TIMS fee for SAARC nationals
After realty fiasco, banks eye agri sector
Construct proposed airports, PAC tells MoTCA
Gold stable at Rs 55,200 per tola
Gas heaters most sought-after, demand for kerosene heaters nil
Nepal Bank raising Rs 4b to boost capital
No festive cheers for dealers of home appliances
Food ration cards to be introduced in a month
Oberoi group exits Soaltee Hotel

Nov 16
Govt unveils action plan to fight money laundering
Treasury bonds to mop up excess liquidity
19 firms move Revenue Tribunal
Ncell launches Wi-Fi router
Nepal Bank celebrates platinum jubilee
Seasonal veg prices down
What's brewing in coffee outlets, wonders the industry

Nov 17
Action against tax evaders boosts VAT collection
IB to bring NGOs conducting micro-insurance business under its ambit
Customs revaluation makes Chinese apparel dearer
Insurance Board staff threaten strike
PM for expansion of anti-poverty program
20 entrepreneurs vie for social entrepreneurship award
Govt, big houses relations has soured: FM Pun

Nov 18
Trade unions agree to hire and fire, no-work no-pay provisions
NDB ex-Chairman Gurung in police net
20 social entrepreneurs showcase their biz ideas
TRENDnet products in the market
Goldstein meets PM
NTB pats its back on NTY campagin

Nov 19
More tourists use Tatopani to visit Nepal, China
Farmer-turned migrant worker back to farming
Developers eating out of customers' hand
NT earning Rs 90 million per day
Tap India and China, says Khanal
Winter wear hits the market
Winter & Wine go hand in hand

Nov 20
189 firms seek review of tax assessment
Skoda Yeti Diesel to hit Nepal's roads this week
'Inspect markets throughout the year'
Capital tastes self-sufficiency in chicken supply
ADBL appoints consultant to start divestment process
Insurance Board staff on strike

Nov 21
Liquid fertilizers to ease shortage
Declining pollinator population alerts experts
Stage set for IHRA World Congress
Generator sales not picking up pace
Rupee hits 32-month low
Recycled jewelry steals the thunder of soaring gold prices
It's time for recognition & limelight for social entrepreneurs
Declining pollinator population alerts experts

Nov 22
Customs chiefs oppose MoF idea to levy goods worth Rs 1,000 and above
Absence of law hurts Bhairawa SEZ prospects
Imports, exports come to a halt Biratnagar customs
Rupee falls to record low against US dollar
DoC gears up for second phase of market monitoring
Biratnagar customs back in business
Postal stamp on Late Khetan unveiled
Close casinos not paying royalty dues: PAC directs govt
NT seeks incentives, autonomy
Close casinos not paying royalty dues: PAC directs govt

Nov 23
New directive aim to ensure quality meat supply in Pokhara
'Nepal ready to host AdAsia 2017'
Social Security Fund fails to raise expected amount
IC black marketeering rife in bordering towns
Organic coffee exporters are the first to receive cash incentives
PAC smells a rat in NT's procurement process
Inconsistent supply sends fruit prices soaring
NRB mops up Rs 5.4b through reverse repo

Nov 24
Experts predict a bumper growth in poultry business
RMDC to issue shares to public
Key investigators transferred
Closed-door talks to review thornyissues
Paddy production hits a six-decade high
India allows NRB to invest in 91-day T-bill
IFC invests $700,000 in RMDC
ADB provides $65.5m grant for education sector reform
Pun gives lame excuse to defend his action

Nov 25
Nepal could export rice after 15-yr gap
India to finalize ToR for Pancheswor soon
Discourage petroleum imports: Indian envoy
After embarassing the management, resort workers report to work
'Though a little expensive, branded jackets are durable and reliable'
LDCs' concerns raised in Vienna

Nov 26
Allo fiber leads woman from rags to riches
MoF nod to ratify Asian rail network pact
245 megawatts power import from India only by 2013
Bike registration up four-fold
My dear, artificial bouquets are no less dearer

Nov 27
Draft Act envisions fast-track, on-the-spot resolution of labor unrest
WAM's wedding management services
Budhathoki new CEO of ADBL
From footfall to windfall: Craft fair ends on a solemn note
IB staffers extend protest program

Nov 28
India wants IC-dollar parity for DRP
IHRA World Congress kicks off
Lawmakers upset with MoST decision
9th Handicraft Trade Fair concludes
SC stays BIPPA implementation
Diesel version of Skoda Superb hits the road

Nov 29
Govt asks WB for Rs 5b to boost DCGC's capital
High output, low demand: Large cardamom price hits a 2-year low
Edible oil, sugar dearer in market
Hyundai leads vehicle market
Automated check clearance to go live on Dec 12
AsiaInfo meets NT over non-delivery of billing equipment
Probe thefts of NA aircraft spare parts, PAC orders govt

Nov 30
DRI unearths 300 new cases of IC misappropriation
Largest paper mill closing
Gold at record high of Rs 55,500 per tola
HAN, China Tourist Hotel Association in pact to promote tourism
Demand for chicken down 20 pc
Rising supply moderates veg prices
Minister justifies decision to dissolve HLCIT
BoP surplus jumps to Rs 33.89b in Q1