Everest Bank launched a special promotional scheme called Griha Prabesh Yojana under which customers can receive housing loans to purchase, construct, repair, and renovate residential buildings and apartments.

Global connections
Qatar Airways has announced the launch of direct scheduled flights from Athens to New York starting mid-2013. Athens is a key point on the airline's 31 European route network, introduced in 2004 initially with six-flights-a-week.

Selling steps
KFA Business School organised a training workshop called Just Sell on 7 and 8 December. The workshop aims to teach participants various methods of generating sales and managing sales accounts through a structured sales process.

Click click
Canon has launched three mid- to high-end models of PowerShot compact cameras. PowerShot SX50 has 50X optical zoom while PowerShot G15 and PowerShot S110 provide powerful image processor and 12.1 megapixel for unparalleled clarity. Primax is the authorised distributor of Canon in Nepal.

Safety first
Nabil Bank launched Nabil eSecure, the first of its kind service in Nepal that allows Nabil card members to enjoy the privileges of online shopping, safely and conveniently.

Winter high
Etihad Airways has announced special fares for its Coral economy class flights. The offer is valid from 4 to 31 December for both ticket sales and travel to eight destinations around the world from Kathmandu.