Monthly Archives: May 2010

Tourism entrepreneurs proposes customs duty waiver for tourist vehicles

Posted on May 31, 2010 by Ghale Treks

Tourism entrepreneurs have proposed the government to waive customs duty for additional tourist vehicles, Karobar daily reported. According to tourism entrepreneurs, additional 400 vehicles are needed for 1 million tourists as per the target set for Nepal Tourism Year-2011 (NTY-2011). … Continue reading →

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More records, celebrations to mark Everest Day today

Posted on May 30, 2010 by Ghale Treks

KATHMANDU: The government has planned to celebrate the Everest Day with much fanfare, though the uncertain politics has taken the front seat. Saturday marks the 57 years of the first ascent of Mt Everest. The government has started celebrating May … Continue reading →

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Nepal Avoids Political Crisis With Broad Deal to Extend Parliament

Posted on May 29, 2010 by Ghale Treks

KATMANDU, Nepal — Nepal averted political chaos on Friday when the leading political parties reached a last-minute agreement that prevented the dissolution of Parliament and provided another year for the Himalayan nation to complete its peace process. Faced with a … Continue reading →