British Ambassador to Nepal, Rob Fenn, recently congratulated Narayan Shrestha, the winner of the prestigious global baking competition “Bake Off: The Professionals 2024”, during a meeting at the British Embassy in Kathmandu. The event, which took place in the UK, saw Shrestha emerge victorious, showcasing his exceptional baking talents on the world stage. During the …
The Temple of Heaven, located in the southeastern part of Beijing, China’s capital, stands as one of the most revered historical sites in the country. Known as the “Temple of Heaven,” this architectural masterpiece is deeply rooted in China’s cultural and spiritual history. Designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the temple attracts thousands of …
Authorities are seeking assistance in locating Falk Scheffler, a German solo trekker who has been reported missing since last Thursday. Till Scheffler, Falk’s brother, reached out via email to express concern over his brother’s unusual lack of communication during his trek in Nepal. According to Till’s message, Falk Scheffler, born on February 21, 1990, was …
An Air India flight carrying 239 passengers, which was en route from Mumbai to New York, was diverted to Delhi on Monday morning following a bomb threat. According to Indian media reports, Mumbai Airport received a message regarding the bomb threat on the flight destined for New York. This message was promptly relayed to security …
A 23-year-old Polish woman, Sovinka Agnieszka, tragically passed away last night while trekking in the Himalayan region near the Surya Kunda area, located on the border between Rasuwa and Nuwakot districts. According to Rasuwa District Police Chief, Keshav Bhattarai, Agnieszka, holder of Polish passport number FE3051811, died near the Surya Kunda area. With the assistance …
A helicopter crash near Bavdhan in Pune district, western India, on Wednesday morning, claimed the lives of all three individuals on board, according to fire control officials. The helicopter, operated by Heritage Aviation, was involved in the tragic incident, as confirmed by police and fire department authorities. The crash occurred at approximately 6:45 a.m. local …
For the first time, Singapore Airlines is set to operate its Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner aircraft on the Singapore-Kathmandu-Singapore route. Targeting Nepal’s major festivals, Dashain and Tihar, the airline announced it will run two Dreamliner flights per week in addition to its existing seven weekly flights. The Dreamliner flights will take place every Monday and Thursday …
Sri Lanka has reinstated its online visa application system to encourage tourism following the suspension of a controversial outsourcing deal by the country’s Supreme Court. The move comes as part of efforts by the government under newly elected President Anura Kumara Dissanayake to revive the tourism sector, which is vital to the nation’s economy as …
Tourism promoter Professor Wolfgang Georg Arlt, renowned for his efforts to attract tourists from various countries to China, has been appointed as the Goodwill Ambassador and Expert Advisor of the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Nepal Chapter. This was announced by PATA Nepal through an official statement. Professor Arlt, who is the founder of the …
The charming town of Nerja, located along the eastern stretch of the Costa del Sol, is set to celebrate World Tourism Day on Friday, September 27. Known for its stunning caves and the iconic Balcón de Europa viewpoint, Nerja has planned a festive day filled with activities and recognitions. The celebrations will kick off in …
