Riding around in a motorcycle or a scooter is an activity that is fraught with danger compared to driving a four-wheeler. More than 60 percent of all accidents in Kathmandu Valley involve two wheelers, according to Metropolitan Traffic Police Division.

Nepal is a country blessed with beautiful landscapes ranging from awe-inspiring mountains to historical landmarks. Yet for most, to actually see it with their own eyes seem like a far off dream.

The fallout from the government’s budget has now reached Nepal’s two-wheeler market, as popular motorcycle brands begin hiking prices following a steep rise in excise duty and road construction duty.

Jagdamba Motors, the sole authorised distributor for TVS scooters and motorcycles is currently testing the all new TVS Apache RR310 on the streets of Kathmandu. The company has targeted a Dashain launch for the entry level sports bike.Pricing has not been decided at the moment.

Ideas and philosophies ranging from the clichéd to the modern were part of the Next Growth Conclave held in the Capital on Friday.

Apple is a company of habit, with scheduled product launches that allow the hype train to build up a head of steam, only to disappoint many with ‘lacklustre’ product releases. But that could soon be a thing of the past.