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The government’s remote connectivity initiative has reached Bajura’s Badimalika, where Nepal Telecom has delivered equipment for 4G service using a Nepal Army helicopter due to challenging terrain and lack of road access.
YouTube is introducing stricter Partner Program requirements from February 1, 2027, requiring new creators to achieve double the watch hours and Shorts views before earning through advertisements and premium revenue sharing. While existing monetized creators will remain unaffected, the new rules aim to reward established creators and strengthen YouTube’s creator economy.
Nepal Police has requested legal powers to intercept telephone calls and digital communications in real time during serious criminal investigations. While police argue the move is necessary to fight technology-based crimes, lawyers and rights advocates warn that such powers could threaten citizens’ constitutional right to privacy without strong safeguards.
Nepal has successfully tested ‘Myna’, a locally developed multi-disaster early warning system that can send automated alerts in local languages during floods, landslides, fires and other emergencies.
Nepali ethical hacker Bishal Shrestha ranked first among Nepal-based researchers on Bugcrowd’s June 2026 leaderboard with 110 points, while Birendra Shah continues to lead Nepali researchers in the platform’s all-time standings. Nepal’s presence also extends to the broader global rankings, with Birendra Shah and Abiral Shrestha among the country’s strongest performers on the international bug-bounty platform.
Nepal is exploring automated electric Podway transport as a possible solution to traffic congestion, difficult terrain and growing demand for cleaner public transportation, with feasibility studies and project proposals emerging in Kathmandu, the Kathmandu–Hetauda–Birgunj corridor, Biratnagar, Koshi, Karnali and other areas. While reports have mentioned a possible 2,055-kilometre national network, most projects remain at the study, DPR or planning stage, meaning Nepal is still far from having a confirmed nationwide Podway system.
A discarded SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket stage has struck the Moon after a 19-month journey through space, offering scientists a rare opportunity to study lunar impacts.
Lost in Mandala, an original animated feature film by Incessant Rain Studios and NIMB Ace Capital, aims to bring Nepal's stories, culture, and Himalayan heritage to audiences worldwide while showcasing the country's growing creative industry.
Traffic police have proposed requiring drivers to pass a separate trial before operating electric vehicles in Nepal, arguing that unfamiliarity with EV acceleration, braking and mechanical systems may be contributing to road accidents.
Manmohan Cardiothoracic Vascular and Transplant Centre has successfully performed Nepal's first minimally invasive triple heart valve surgery. A 52-year-old patient has fully recovered and been discharged.
Ncell has acknowledged that a technical error caused unexpected balance deductions from some customers, including users connected to WiFi with mobile data turned off. The company says the issue has been fixed and refunds have been issued, but some users claim they are still waiting.
The government is preparing to support researchers and innovators whose useful prototypes have remained unfinished because of financial, technical or institutional limitations. Minister Mahabir Pun says a formal call for proposals will be announced soon.
Nepal's new online driving license system has launched with technical issues as the Department of Transport Management and Bagmati Province issue conflicting notices. New applications, category additions, and online services remain affected.
Nepal-born space innovator Jagriti Luitel has been selected to represent Nepal and Canada at the 77th International Astronautical Congress 2026 in Türkiye. She will speak as a panelist on the "Emerging Space Nations" plenary, highlighting Nepal's growing role in the global space sector.
Facebook's browser version went down on Sunday afternoon, preventing many users from accessing their accounts. Users were shown an "Account Temporarily Unavailable" message as reports of the outage surged on Downdetector.
Nepal and India have agreed to expand cross-border electricity trade capacity, allowing Nepal to import up to 1,530 MW and export up to 1,850 MW through key transmission lines.
Nepal is preparing its first policy for hydrogen-powered vehicles, with the government seeking expert recommendations on safety standards, regulations, infrastructure, and the country’s long-term transition toward cleaner transportation.
Nepal has proposed GPS tracking for passenger and goods transport vehicles to improve monitoring, tax compliance, and the movement of commercial goods
