Category: Tech

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

Kathmandu: Global technology brand Xiaomi has introduced two new smartwatches in Nepal under its Redmi sub-brand, expanding options in the country’s growing wearable market. The Redmi Watch 5 Active and Redmi Watch 5 Lite with GNSS aim to address consumer demand for longer battery life, precise navigation, and durable designs, the company announced. The Redmi… Continue reading Redmi launches new smartwatches in Nepal, targeting active lifestyle users

Kathmandu: The government has decided to endorse the ‘National Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy, 2082 BS. The Policy presented by the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology before the government was approved by the August 11 Cabinet meeting. Minister for Communications and Information and government Spokesperson Prithvi Subba Gurung shared this unveiling the decisions of the… Continue reading Nepal government endorses National AI Policy

Kathmandu: Today’s meeting of the House of Representatives has passed the ‘Information Technology and Cyber Security Bill-2082’ unanimously. Though the proposal seeking its passage was tabled in yesterday’s meeting it could not be passed for lack of quorum, said Speaker Devraj Ghimire. He mentioned that a programme was set to table a bill related to… Continue reading Nepali parliament pass Information Technology and Cyber Security Bill