25-31 August 2017 #873

Turkish tripping

Passengers from Kathmandu now have an opportunity to discover more of Europe and America through Turkish Airlines’ exclusive Early Bird Fares. Special fares for round-trip and one-way flights from Kathmandu to selected European destinations and the US start from Rs68,123 and Rs97,733, inclusive of taxes, respectively.

Ncell customer relief

Ncell customers in flood and landslide affected areas sent over 16.6 million free text messages under the company’s 50 free SMS per day special to ensure communications during rescue and relief operations. The facility was available in 23 affected districts until 15 August.

Huawei wins big

Huawei Consumer Business Group has received two awards from the European Image and Sound Association (EISA). HUAWEI P10 has been named EISA Smartphone Camera 2017-2018 and HUQWEI WATCH 2 was named EISA Wearable Device 2017-2018.

Students’ support

Students of British College collected Rs60,000 in one day during a donation campaign in the Kathmandu Valley to help Tarai flood victims. The money will be used to buy relief materials, including non-perishable food, medical equipment, water purifiers and bedding. The college also announced it will contribute Rs100,000 for flood victims.

Qatar spreads wings

Qatar Airways has inaugurated a non-stop flight from Doha to Prague, marking the airway’s first-ever passenger service to the Czech Republic. The Doha-based airways also announced new flights to Sri Lanka and Bangladesh. Starting September, Colombo service will increase from four to five flights per day and Dhaka service from two to three per day.