- Monday, 5 January 2026
Works underway to usher Nepal in digital highway: Minister Kharel
Kharel, also the spokesperson of the government, shared, "Efforts are on take forward country by framing a roadmap. Future of the digital Nepal lies on the individuals and organizations who contribute through innovation in the information technology sector."
Expansion of 86 telecom towers in three districts of Karnali
Nepal Telecomm has expanded telephone towers in the outlying parts of the Karnali Province with the aim of boosting telephone network in the rural areas and reaching communication services in the remote regions.
China launches new satellite, boosting meteorological observation capabilities
With this successful launch, China's Fengyun meteorological satellite family -- now consisting of more than 20 satellites -- has gained a new member that is considered the most capable in terms of comprehensive observation capabilities.
30 outstanding achievements in 3 months
At a press meet held at the ministry today on completion of 3 months in office, Minister Kharel highlighted 30 significant achievements in the period in sectors such as mass communication, telecommunication, information technology, postal service, printing and cinema.
We are striving to advance Nepal on digital trajectory: Minister Kharel
Minister for Communication and Information Technology, Jagadish Kharel, has said that initiatives are being undertaken to propel Nepal forward on the digital front.
Geminid Meteor Showers Thrill Stargazers
The night skies of this chilly winter month offer an excellent opportunity to observe and mull over the planets, stars, constellations and many other extraordinary entities spread all over the he
China's "Jiutian" large drone takes first flight, aims for versatile civil roles
This aircraft boasts a maximum takeoff weight of 16 tonnes and a payload capacity of 6,000 kilograms. It can operate for up to 12 hours with a ferry range of 7,000 kilometers, according to the AVIC, its designer.
Dinosaur footprints from about 200 mln years ago found in China
The tracks were found in the city of Dujiangyan by a hiker last month, and their authenticity was later confirmed by a research team led by Xing Lida, an associate professor at China University of Geosciences (Beijing). It is the first time dinosaur footprints have been reported in Dujiangyan.
Int'l Civil Aviation Day being marked today
The International Civil Aviation Day is being marked across the world today, especially in the ICAO Member States. This Day is being marked under the theme "Safe Skies and a Sustainable Future for All."
AI training for trekking agencies begins
A four-day training programme on IT-friendly tourism and AI commenced here today, with participation from various trekking companies.
International Geotechnical Conference on 17-19 March in Kathmandu
Nepal Geotechnical Society (NGS) has unveiled plans for GeoMandu 2027, a major international conference dedicated to geotechnical engineering and resilient infrastructure, scheduled for 17–19 March 2027 in Kathmandu.
TikTok adds AI controls, education push
TikTok has rolled out a new set of features aimed at helping users better understand, identify, and manage AI-generated content on the platform.
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Need of environment friendly skills stressed
Stakeholders have emphasized on the need of environment-friendly skills in Nepal
