Most mobile services have been restored, but damaged towers and fibre have forced operators onto slower backup systems as experts call for the implementation of a disaster communications plan drafted after the 2015 earthquake.

As Nepal considers setting up data centres of its own, experts say the country must assess their energy, water and environmental costs before breaking ground.

With thousands missing in central Nepal after last week’s catastrophic floods, families are tracking the final mobile signals of loved ones to narrow the search for survivors.

Though the government has attempted to project a modern, ‘smart’ response through digital maps and online dashboards, critics argue that these efforts fail to translate into tangible assistance on the ground.

Authorities seek faster action on AI-generated videos, scam donation QR codes and distressing images circulating after the Bhotekoshi disaster.

New platforms are targeting time-conscious consumers and small merchants with simpler ways to shop and sell.

Operators are using thermal cameras to help locate people and LiDAR technology to assess damage as damaged roads and communications hamper access to affected areas.

Beijing’s ‘Robot Olympics’ is showcasing rapid advances in autonomous machines, while Nepal, still largely a technology consumer, is exploring robotics for tourism, disaster response and industrial automation.

From digitising centuries-old manuscripts to training AI models, researchers and language communities are using technology to preserve Nepal’s linguistic heritage.

The estimated Rs5 billion procurement has been delayed by legal challenges and internal disputes over whether the billing system should be bought as a single platform or split into separate contracts.

From horoscope apps and digital puja guides to robotic monks and chanting boxes, a small group of Nepali developers is testing whether technology can turn ancient religious practices into modern services.

inDrive has pledged to address drivers’ demands, but no agreement has been reached on a minimum fare as Nepal lacks a clear legal framework governing ride-hailing services.

Outdated technology, shortsighted procurement, vendor dependency and a chronic shortage of technical personnel are routinely bringing state systems down, leaving citizens without access to basic public services.

The 25-year blueprint also envisions Bus Rapid Transit, car-free zones, road upgrades and major junction improvements to tackle worsening congestion.

Officials say the leaked credentials highlight long-standing weaknesses in government digital security, with immediate efforts underway to secure affected accounts.