Category: Tech

Kathmandu: Supreme Court today dismissed all appeals filed by internet service providers regarding tax evasion. Following an investigation conducted by the Ministry of Communication and Information Technology, it was revealed that a staggering NPR 2.5 billion in taxes had been evaded by these providers. Subsequently, the Nepal Telecommunications Authority was directed for immediate settlement of… Continue reading SC cancels ISPs’ tax evasion, orders immediate payment

Kathmandu: The third edition of the Digital Nepal Conclave will be held on Friday, 7th June 2024 (25th of Jestha 2080). The main theme of Digital Nepal Conclave 2024 organized by ICT Foundation Nepal is ‘Harmonizing Digitization and Development’. More than 50 people, including some international experts, will participate in various sessions as speakers in… Continue reading 3rd edition of Digital Nepal Conclave is set for June 7

Kathmandu: inDrive is a global mobility and urban services platform, has officially launched its operations in Nepal. inDrive provides transparent conditions at the lowest possible commissions. In Nepal, inDrive has introduced a commission charge within 10% for drivers, to ensure fair and affordable rides for both drivers and passengers. The app popularity is growing because… Continue reading inDrive launches officially in Nepal

Kathmandu: Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal has announced plans to establish an Innovation Fund through the government’s policies, programs, and budget for the upcoming fiscal year. This initiative aims to bolster the information technology sector, fostering growth and innovation. Speaking at an event commemorating the 7th National ICT Day, PM Dahal highlighted the groundwork being… Continue reading Nepal govt plans to establish innovation fund for IT sector

Kathmandu: Nepal’s leading private sector internet service providers are encountering issues with their services. WorldLink, a prominent internet service provider, has notified users of disruptions in internet connectivity since early this afternoon. This disruption comes amidst ongoing payment disputes between Nepali companies and Indian telecommunications giant Airtel. Despite repeated attempts by Airtel to collect dues,… Continue reading Internet disruptions all over the country on National ICT Day

Kathmandu: New rules that tighten Chinese government restrictions on the country’s internet companies have come into effect today, raising concerns about how they will be applied. The expanded State Secrets Law compels firms – including social media giants Tencent, ByteDance and Weibo – to take action if users post sensitive information. It requires “network operators”… Continue reading Beijing tightens grip on China social media giants

Kathmandu: In a move towards modernizing entry procedures, Singha Durbar, the focal point of Nepal’s administrative activities, is embracing a user-friendly and technologically advanced approach. The Ministry of Home Affairs (MoHA) has unveiled the Singhadurbar Smart Gate Pass, an online entry pass system aimed at simplifying entry management processes. Commencing today, a trial phase of… Continue reading Singha Durbar introduces online entry pass system for administrative center

Kathmandu: The US Senate has approved a bill that could see TikTok banned in America over national security fears. It gives TikTok’s Chinese owner, ByteDance, nine months to sell its stake or the app will be blocked in the United States. The bill will now be handed over to US President Joe Biden, who has… Continue reading TikTok faces US ban as bill set to be signed by Biden

Kathmandu: Australia’s leader has called Elon Musk an “arrogant billionaire” in an escalating feud over X’s reluctance to remove footage of a church stabbing. On Monday, an Australian court ordered Musk’s social media firm – formerly called Twitter – to hide videos of last week’s attack in Sydney. X previously said it would comply “pending… Continue reading Australian PM calls Elon Musk an ‘arrogant billionaire’ in row over attack footage

Kathmandu: Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) is gearing up to introduce the cutting-edge eduroam service. This initiative comes as a result of a memorandum of understanding inked between the Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal and the Nepal Research and Education Network (NREN). The agreement solidifies the groundwork for enabling individuals at the airport to access the… Continue reading TIA to launch eduroam service