Category: Tech

Kathmandu: The major ruling partner, Nepali Congress, has decided to talk to government on the latter’s decision to block social networks. The government has blocked two dozens of social networks reasoning that they failed to get listed. The meeting of the central execution committee of NC decided to make its views public only after holding… Continue reading NC to discuss with govt on social media restriction

Kathmandu: The Ministry of Communication and Information Technology (MoCIT) has urged the public not to use Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) to access unregistered social media platforms in Nepal. In a statement issued on Sunday, the ministry said that, in line with the government’s decision, the Nepal Telecommunications Authority has already directed mobile and internet service… Continue reading Nepal govt urges public not to use VPNs for accessing unregistered social media platforms

Kathmandu: Prime Minister and CPN (UML) Chairperson KP Sharma Oli has said that while many things may be tolerated, disrespect towards the country cannot be accepted. Addressing the closing session of the party’s statute convention in Godavari, Lalitpur, Oli stated that the UML has historically fought for freedom of expression and national sovereignty. He clarified… Continue reading PM Oli says disrespect towards nation intolerable

Kathmandu: Internet service providers across Nepal have started blocking access to social media apps and websites that are not registered in the country, following a government directive issued on Thursday. The Ministry of Communication and Information Technology (MoCIT) instructed the ban on unregistered social media and Over-The-Top (OTT) platforms, in line with a Supreme Court… Continue reading ISPs begin blocking unregistered social media platforms in Nepal

Kathmandu: The government has decided to integrate the records of non-profit organizations (NPOs) with the National Identity Card and Registration Department in a move aimed at strengthening oversight and transparency. According to government spokesperson and Minister for Communications and Information Technology Prithvi Subba Gurung, the Cabinet meeting of August 29 endorsed the affiliation of the… Continue reading Nepal govt approves NPO record system integration with NID and Registration Department

Kathmandu: Minister for Communications and Information Technology Prithvi Subba Gurung on Sunday announced that 5G testing will begin in Kathmandu Valley and Pokhara Valley by mid-February. Speaking at a program in Kathmandu marking the 25th anniversary of the Film Development Board, Gurung said the government is in the final stage of implementing the Digital Nepal… Continue reading Nepal govt to begin 5G testing in Kathmandu and Pokhara by February

Kathmandu: The Supreme Court on Sunday ordered the government to explain its decision to ban the social media app Telegram. A single bench of Justice Til Prasad Shrestha issued a show-cause order in response to a writ petition filed by advocates Abhaya Raj Joshi, Monika Dhakhwa and Gyan Basnet. The petitioners argued that the Nepal… Continue reading SC seeks clarification on Telegram ban

Kathmandu: OPPO on Monday launched its flagship foldable smartphone, the Find N5, in Nepal, positioning it as the world’s thinnest and lightest book-style foldable device. At just 8.93mm thick and weighing 229 grams, the Find N5 features an 8.12-inch inner AMOLED display, the largest in its category, and a 6.62-inch cover screen for daily use.… Continue reading OPPO launches world’s thinnest foldable smartphone in Nepal

Kathmandu: Nepali content creators earned over Rs 3.53 billion through social media platforms including YouTube, TikTok, and Facebook in the fiscal year 2024/25, according to data released by Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB). The central bank said the number of content creators is steadily rising, with many earning tens of thousands of rupees by producing and… Continue reading Nepali content creators earn Rs 3.53 billion in FY 2024/25: NRB

Kathmandu: TikTok and the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) jointly announced a partnership today to promote Nepal’s extraordinary landscapes, cultural heritage, and adventure experiences to a global audience. The initiative centers on #LifetimeExperiences, a creator-led campaign that will feature a dedicated in-app experience designed to help travelers discover the country’s must-see destinations and hidden gems. NTB… Continue reading TikTok partners with NTB to showcase Nepal tourism to the world