What's smoking: Surya Nepal has launched Shikhar Lights, a lighter version of Shikhar Filter Kings. The new Shikhar Lights is supposed to be milder in taste and comes in a premium international red and white packaging. It will soon be available in stores across the country in packs of 20 for Rs 29.80 per pack.

Privilege card: Hotel Yak & Yeti and Standard Chartered Nepal jointly launched its Privilege Card Program. It will bring their clients benefits and privileges beyond their wildest imagination.

Going mobile: Syakar Company, Jyoti Group, the authorised dealer of Philips A/V equipments has launched a new range of mobile phones. Philips 330 and 535 are available in all Philips outlets in Nepal. User-friendly, the phones are available in various colours with a one-year warranty.