Rs 250m invested in new hotels in Bhedetar, Hile

The popular hill stations of Bhedetar and Hile in Dhankuta district have been attracting an increasing number of investors in the hospitality sector. In the last two years, entrepreneurs have poured more than Rs 250 million into new hotels while existing hotels are being refurbished. 

Bhedetar, the gateway to the Arun valley, is becoming increasingly popular among visitors and has started to attract massive investment after suffering a huge setback during the conflict years. A view tower, picnic spots and stunning landscapes make Bhedetar an attractive destination for holidaymakers. More than 12 new hotels have been constructed in Bhedetar in the last two years.

Tourism entrepreneurs said that more than Rs 130 million has been invested in hotels in Bhedetar. “We have invested in hotels due to Bhedetar’s growing popularity among visitors,” said Govinda Karki, proprietor of Green Heaven Hotel. “Hotels get good returns on their investment here.”

Green Heaven has 18 rooms and was built with an investment of Rs 20 million. According to the owners, most of their guests are from Sunsari, Morang and Jhapa. Indian visitors arrive in large numbers during the summer. At present, tourist standard hotels and lodges in Bhedetar have a capacity of over 300 room nights. Jitendra Rumjhali, who built the Bhedetar View Tower with an investment of Rs 20 million, said the area lacks extensive promotion. Another three hotels—Hotel Himali, Hotel Makalu and Peace Zone Hotel—have been constructed with an investment of Rs 15 million each.

Similarly, Lauti Corner has spent Rs 10 million and Hotel Majestic has invested Rs 6.5 million. A number of new properties like the Mt Everest, Sapta Koshi, Sangam and Three Star have injected a huge amount of money in the district. Old hotels like the Tamor Valley, Arun Valley and others have been renovated. The rising number of hotels has also attracted MICE tourism to Bhedetar besides sightseers.

Meanwhile, the hill town of Hile Bazaar has also witnessed huge investments in the hospitality sector. Hile is the starting point for trekking around Kangchenjunga.

Rewat Bahadur Karki, board representative of the Nepal Tourism Board, said a new property—Horizon Mountain Guest House—would be coming soon in Hile Bazaar with an investment of Rs 30 million. The guest house will have 48 rooms.

The Hotel Kanjiroba has resumed operations with new investment. “We have invested Rs 30 million,” said proprietor Umesh Ghimire. Another two new hotels in Hile are the Hile View and Hotel Tourism which have been built with an investment of Rs 20 million each. Hotel Makalu has invested Rs 6 million.

Meanwhile, small hotels are also flourishing in Hile. “Opening of new properties has improved the standard of service and increa-sed income generating activities in Hile,” said Lalchan Gomba, president of the Dhankuta Chamber of Commerce and Industry.Source ekantipur.com

Samsung Galaxy SIII Hits Nepal

The wait is finally over. Just one month after its global launch, International Marketing Services (IMS) has brought Samsung Galaxy SIII available to the Nepali consumers. The most hyped Smartphone release since iPhone 4S was unveiled in Kathmandu by IMS Chairman Dipak Malhotra, CEO Bishal Acharya, and Miss Nepal 2012 first runner-up Nagma Shestha.
 
According to Malhotra, the new Smartphone would “redefine the Smartphone experience of Nepali users”. It is no doubt the Galaxy SIII is worthy of the attention with legion of new features. Powered by Ice Cream Sandwich, the android operating system; its wrapped in a polycarbonate shell, weighing just4.7 ounces, roughly 0.34 inch thin and sports a 4.8inch HD touch screen, offering an impressive 1280 x 720 resolution. Besides its physical sleek aesthetical beauty, the new SIII is packed with the most advanced voice command functions along with eye-recognition technology that keeps the screen from dimming, a 8 mega-pixel camera along with a 1.9 mega-pixel front facing camera and a powerful Quad-Core 1.4 GHz Cortex- A9 CPU.

Nepali consumers are already excited over the Galaxy SIII as out of the700 units imported in its initial batch, 300 have already been booked prior to the formal launch. IMS reports that the Samsung Galaxy SIII’s official carrier will be none other than Ncell and it will be providing the phone with easy payment facility by paying monthly installments of Rs. 6,499 for twelve months. The new Galaxy SIII owner will be required to have an account with Nabil Bank or Bank of Kathmandu. The Galaxy SIII will be available only with a Ncell Pro plan along with a new bundle package attached, which will be available for free for twelve months. Corporate communication manager for Ncell, Sanju Koirala announced that the Galaxy SIII consumers will get 700 minutes worth of local calls, along with 700 SMS, and up to 70 MB data service amounting to Rs.999 per month for free. Now that’s one more strong reason to get hold of SIII.


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Buddha Air signs $6.9m ATR-72 loan agreement with IFC

Leading domestic airliner Buddha Air on Tuesday signed a $6.9 million loan agreement with the International Finance Corporation (IFC) of the World Bank Group to purchase a 72-seater ATR72-500 pressurised turboprop aircraft. The payback period of the loan is eight years.

“The new aircraft will be delivered by the end of September 2012 to consolidate service in the regional level,” said Birendra Bahadur Basnet, managing director of Buddha Air.

Buddha Air had taken a loan worth of $10 million in September 2008 to purchase two ATR42 planes and to build a closed-door hanger at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA). “The new loan was possible as Buddha Air has been servicing the first loan on time and has been fulfilling all the covenants mentioned in the loan agreement, including anti-money laundering,” the carrier said.

On April 19, Buddha Air and European turboprop manufacturer ATR had signed an agreement for a lease-purchase of an ATR 72-500. The ATR 72-500 is the latest development of the ATR 72 series which costs $8 million.

According to TIA statistics, Buddha Air recorded the strongest growth in passenger movement, carrying 205,743 passengers in the first quarter of 2012, up 40.39 percent compared to the same period last year.

The airline’s fleet expansion drive has helped it consolidate its market share in domestic aviation. Established in 1997 with a single 18-seater Beech 1900D aircraft, the airline now owns three Beechcraft, three 47-seater ATR 42 and two 72-seater ATR 72 planes. It holds over 43 percent share in the domestic aviation market. The airline serves 10 domestic destinations.

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Every relationship goes through stages. Where and how each stage develops is ultimately up to each person. While we always hope for the best, we often can't avoid the inevitable.

Josh and Marissa are at a crossroads and their future is uncertain. Josh guides us through each stage of the relationship as it formed and as he predicts it will end up as.

Written and Directed by Philip Wang
Produced with Wesley Chan and Ted Fu
Assistant Producer: Christine Chen
Production Assistant: Regina Fang

Featuring:
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It's Here: Twilight Breaking Dawn 2

The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 2. As you guys know, it's this movie that we meet Edward and Bella's baby, see Bella as a vamp, and have an epic battle with the Volturi. And yes, we can't wait! Make sure to check out the vid below.

Comedian Hari Bansha Acharya Weds For The Second Time

After one and a half year since his wife’s death, veteran comedian Hari Bansha Acharya has married for the second time on Thursday, 21st June. Although the news remained hush hush throughout the day, it was confirmed only after literary figure Rabindra Samir shared Acharya’s photo with his new wife on Facebook.

According to what Samir mentioned on his post, the star tied the knot with Ramila Pathak of Butwal. Pathak had been single for the past 10 years with a son. His close friend and fellow comedian Madan Krishna Shrestha, who’s currently in Bangkok for his wife’s treatment, could not attend the wedding. It is said that Acharya decided to remarry after constant requests from Shrestha and his two sons Mohit and Trilok.

The wedding is said to have taken place amidst a small gathering among whom the guests Kiran KC, Rajaram Poudel, Narendra Kansakar and Mukunda Adhikari.

congratulate Dibya Shubba & Surina for their happy married life.

Dibya-"After a 10 years of relationship, Finally the day came for Us. We face Lots of Ups and Downs in our life but nothing matters & finally we r married now. Im so happi tht im married.hehehehehe Love u suribliss"

Miss Nepal 2012 Shristi Shrestha Getting Ready For Miss World 2012

Miss Nepal 2012 Shristi Shrestha is getting Ready to Participate in Miss world 2012

.  Though She was born in Chitwan, she has been living in the Uk for a long time with 

her family. After winning the Miss Nepal 2012 Title she is giving her full effort for 

strong presentation in Miss World 2012 which is going to be held in China this year

 (18th August 2012) in its 62th Edition.

According to Shristi Shrestha she is training at Front Academy Beauty Pageant 

Grooming School, London to enhance her personality, catwalk, makeup, hairstyle, to

Short Profile of Shristi Shrestha

Age: 23 years

Height: 5’9”

Zodiac sign: Libra

Qualification: BSc Nursing IInd Year

Aim: Successful happy individual who is also a humanitarian

Hobbies: Dancing, travelling, reading and cooking