News from Nepal

Kathmandu, March 9 : An agreement has been reached between Nepal and France to establish a security printing and operate and manage a satellite. The agreement was reached during the six-day visit of Minister for Communications and Information Technology Gokul Prasad Baskota, that ended on March 8.  

Syangja, March 10 : Canadian national Kory Walace has won the title of International Open Mountain Biking Marathon held at Waling of Syangja on Saturday. Kory completed 100 kilometers distance in 6 hours 20 minutes and 58 seconds to clinch the title. With the win, he has received cash prize of Rs 500,000 along with medal and certificate. Likewise, Laxmi Magar became the title winner under women's category. She completed the stipulated distance of marathon in 8 hours 9 minutes and 26 seconds.