UAE to Nepal connectivity boosted by new Dubai to Bhairahawa flights
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Diplomatic relations
Nepal government recalls ambassadors from India, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, UK, 7 other countries
The envoys have reportedly been given three to four weeks to return
astra tech
Astra Tech partners with IME Nepal to introduce secure remittance services through Botim Ultra app
This collaboration will bring significant benefits for Nepalese expats who seek a hassle-free way to send funds to their home country, the companies said
Asia Cup
Asia Cup 2023: India v Pakistan match preview, players, times, weather forecast and where to watch cricket live streaming
India will face Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2023 cricket tournament on Saturday, September 2. Get the details on live streaming, teams, players and weather forecast
AFGHANISTAN
Asia Cup 2023: Match timings, live streaming, full schedule revealed
Here is all you need to know about this year’s tournament including live streaming, squad details, Asia Cup 2023 match locations and more
e-visas
Saudi Arabia announces major visa changes for Pakistan, Turkey, Lebanon and 9 more countries
Saudi Arabia is scrapping visa stickers for 12 countries
Mahzooz
Mahzooz: Nepalese receptionist scoops AED20m prize, hopes to continue working for employer of 23 years
Mahzooz winner lands AED20m prize in weekly UAE prize draw
Air India
Air India, Nepal Airlines nearly collide due to air traffic controllers’ error
The collision, however, was averted after the plane’s warning signals alerted its pilots
Nepal
Nepal plane crash leaves at least 67 dead
A Nepal plane crashed en route to Pokkhara from Kathmandu
Everest climb
Why a deadly shadow hangs over Everest summit
On average five climbers die each year on the icy, narrow, oxygen-starved paths to the 8,848-metre peak of Everest
AliPay
Nepal bans Chinese digital wallets Alipay, WeChat Pay
Nepal Rastra Bank issued a notice on Monday, banning the use of the Chinese digital payment platforms popularly used in hotels, restaurants and shops in tourist areas
Abu Dhabi International Airport
Abu Dhabi Int’l welcomes first flight by Himalaya Airlines
Himalaya Airlines said it has launched three weekly flights connecting Abu Dhabi to Kathmandu, Nepal
Cambodia
UAE eyes more workers from Nepal, Rwanda and Cambodia
UAE’s Minister of Human Resources and Emiratisation holds talks to strengthen labour cooperation
Aviation
Flydubai pilot sacked after failing alcohol test
Dubai-based low cost airline terminates contract of pilot who failed alcohol test before being due to operate flight to the UAE from Nepal
Chef
Etihad chef breaks world record after serving Everest meal
Inflight chef, Sanjay Thakur, serves dinner to guests at the highest pop-up restaurant in the world, located at Everest Advanced High Camp
Al Barsha
Starbucks employee in Dubai hands in lost bag containing $118k
Dubai Police honours Nepalese national Miran Karki for his honesty and good conduct