Enika Rai
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Pilot protest disrupts flights
Pilot protest disrupts flights
Permanent pilots of Nepal Airlines' narrow body and widebody aircraft have been protesting for the past few days, citing inequality in the services and facilities they receive compared to contract pilots.
5 days ago
ECONOMY
Tourism entrepreneurs blame govt neglect for slowed tourism development
Tourism entrepreneurs blame govt neglect for slowed tourism...
KATHMANDU, Nov 20: A phrase often repeated by every minister assuming the office of the Ministry of Culture, Tourism, and Civil Aviation is, "I will make efforts to amend the Tourism Act." Whether addressing journalists at the ministry or speaking at public events, each successive tourism minister d...
Nov 20, 2024
ECONOMY
Airfare hike due to CAAN's negligence: Tourism entrepreneurs
Airfare hike due to CAAN's negligence: Tourism entrepreneurs
KATHMANDU, Nov 15: Tourism entrepreneurs have accused the Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN) of negligence towards the plight of air travelers, leading to a significant increase in international airfares.
Nov 15, 2024
ECONOMY
TIA being upgraded at a cost Rs 15 billion
TIA being upgraded at a cost Rs 15 billion
KATHMANDU, Nov 14: The Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN) has started the upgradation work of Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA). The work is being carried out with the support of the Asian Development Bank at an estimated cost of Rs 15 billion.
Nov 14, 2024
ECONOMY
CAAN directs airlines to reduce airfare
CAAN directs airlines to reduce airfare
KATHMANDU, Nov 11: The Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN) has instructed airline companies to reduce airfares after airlines began charging high fares citing the closure of airports.
Nov 11, 2024
ECONOMY
Rain causes inconvenience for tourists heading to Everest Base Camp
Rain causes inconvenience for tourists heading to Everest Ba...
KATHMANDU, Oct 4: Everest Base Camp is the most popular trekking route for foreign tourists in the country. Continuous rain during the tourist season has caused landslides that damaged roads and bridges, leading to difficulties for those traveling to Everest Base Camp.
Oct 04, 2024
ECONOMY
Initiatives being taken to draft framework for aviation sector reform: Minister Pandey
Initiatives being taken to draft framework for aviation sect...
KATHMANDU, Sept 18: The country’s aviation sector is currently facing significant challenges, marked by several air accidents in the Nepali sky.
Sep 18, 2024
ECONOMY
Entrepreneurs demand govt introduce tourism promotion plans
Entrepreneurs demand govt introduce tourism promotion plans
KATHMANDU, Sept 13: Entrepreneurs have called on the government to introduce plans to promote tourism. They have expressed dissatisfaction that even two months after the formation of the new government, there is still no clear plan for improving the tourism sector.
Sep 13, 2024
ECONOMY
CAAN and pilots trade allegations over rising air accidents
CAAN and pilots trade allegations over rising air accidents
KATHMANDU, Sept 3: Despite repeated air accidents causing significant damage and loss of life in the country, the Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN) and pilots have only exchanged accusations regarding the incidents. Instead of focusing on accident prevention, the primary stakeholders have bee...
Sep 03, 2024
ECONOMY
Govt collects Rs 1.34 billion in revenue from casinos
Govt collects Rs 1.34 billion in revenue from casinos
KATHMANDU, Aug 23: The government has collected more than Rs 1.25 billion in revenue from casinos. The Department of Tourism (DoT) collected Rs 1.34 billion in royalties, renewals, additional fees, and fines from casinos in the fiscal year 2023/24.
Aug 23, 2024