Category: Tech

Kathmandu: TikTok has announced the launch of its family pairing feature in Nepal, expressing commitment to support families in fostering responsible and safe online experiences for younger users. The feature allows parents and guardians to link their TikTok accounts with those of their teenagers, giving them access to a suite of safety and privacy controls.… Continue reading Tiktok to enhance safety of younger users in Nepal

Kathmandu: Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has urged the foreign investors to invest in the science and technology sector in Nepal as road, electricity and other infrastructures have been developed in the country. Speaking at a programme organised by the Ministry of Communication and Information Technology on the occasion of the National Information and Communication… Continue reading PM Oli calls for more investment in ICT sector

Kathmandu: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has initiated a diplomatic initiative to investigate into the death of Prissa Sah of Birgunj who was studying at Kalinga Institute of Industrial Trekking (KIIT) in Odisha, India. Student Sah was found dead in her room on Thursday evening. Minister for Foreign Affairs Dr Arzu Rana Deuba took to… Continue reading Nepal govt takes diplomatic initiative for investigation into death of a Nepali girl in KIIT

Kathmandu: Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has announced that the development of its Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) has reached its final phase, alongside major efforts to strengthen the country’s digital payment infrastructure. Acting Governor Dr. Neelam Dhungana Timsina, presenting a report on the occasion of NRB’s 70th anniversary, revealed that preparations for the pilot operation… Continue reading NRB nears completion of digital currency development, strengthens payment systems

Kathmandu: Chairman of the Federation of Nepalese Chamber of Commerce and Industries (FNCCI), Chandra Prasad Dhakal, stressed the need for promoting registration of intellectual property (IP). The State’ role is important in it, he added. During a programme organized by the Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Supply; Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation, and… Continue reading Promote registration of intellectual property: Chair Dhakal

KATHMANDU – The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Nepal has appointed renowned climbers Nima Rinji Sherpa and Purnima Shrestha as its first official climate influencers, aiming to raise awareness on climate justice and the urgent need for action in Nepal’s fragile Himalayan region. The announcement, made on Wednesday, marks the launch of UNDP Nepal’s social… Continue reading UNDP Nepal appoints Nima Rinji Sherpa and Purnima Shrestha as first climate influencers

Kathmandu: The government has warned major social media platforms including Facebook, YouTube, and X (formerly Twitter) to register in Nepal by mid-April or face a nationwide ban. Speaking at the 8th National Convention of the Federation of Nepali Journalists (FONIJ) on Friday, Minister for Communication and Information Technology Prithvi Subba Gurung said that despite being… Continue reading Government threatens to ban Facebook, YouTube, X over registration non-compliance

Kathmandu: Stakeholders at the NADA Auto Dialogue have urged the government to establish clear standards for electric vehicles (EVs) imported into Nepal, warning that unchecked imports could turn the country into a dumping ground for substandard vehicles. Speaking at the event, Nepal Bankers’ Association President Santosh Koirala expressed concern over the rapid rise in EV… Continue reading Stakeholders urge govt to set EV standards amid dumping concerns

Kathmandu: The government has scrapped the Nagarik App (Operation and Management) Directive, 2078, according to a Cabinet decision made on Sunday. Government spokesperson and Minister for Communication and Information Technology, Prithvi Subba Gurung, announced the decision at a press briefing held at Singha Durbar on Monday. The Cabinet has also formed a delegation led by… Continue reading Cabinet scraps directive on Nagarik App management

Kathmandu: Nepal has formally requested the United Nations (UN) to support the development of technology and sustainable tourism in the country. This request was made by a delegation from the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) during a meeting with UN tourism officials in Madrid as part of their ongoing Europe trip. The delegation, led by Binod… Continue reading Nepal seeks UN support for sustainable tourism and technology development