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Nepal to Launch Anti-Scam Center to Combat Cyber Fraud

Published about 4 hours ago

To combat rising cyber fraud, Nepal Rastra Bank, Nepal Police, commercial banks, payment service providers, and telecommunications companies are establishing a joint 'Anti-Scam Center' in Kathmandu. With daily cyber fraud complaints reaching up to 300, the current bureaucratic hurdles often allow scammers to withdraw stolen funds before accounts can be frozen. The new centralized mechanism, approved by the Home Ministry, aims to begin operations within a month pending budget approval from the Ministry of Finance. Representatives from various stakeholder institutions will work 24/7 from a single location to instantly identify and freeze fraudulent bank accounts, block scam websites, deactivate numbers, and expedite fund recovery for victims. Additionally, suggestions have been made to leverage Artificial Intelligence for faster processing of scam-related disputes.

Online Khabar
Nepal to Launch Anti-Scam Center to Combat Cyber Fraud
SpaceX Rocket Launch Creates 'Jellyfish' in Sky

SpaceX Rocket Launch Creates 'Jellyfish' in Sky

BBC Nepali
NTA Fines 14 ISPs for Unapproved Internet Packages and Tariffs

NTA Fines 14 ISPs for Unapproved Internet Packages and Tariffs

Himalayan Times
Over 460 Bharatpur Customers Get Underground Power

Over 460 Bharatpur Customers Get Underground Power

Nagarik News
Insight Technology Wins AI in Cybersecurity Award 2026

Insight Technology Wins AI in Cybersecurity Award 2026

Published 1 day ago

Nepali cybersecurity firm Insight Technology Pvt Ltd was honored with the prestigious 'AI in Cybersecurity Award' at the ASOCIO Digital AI Award 2026 held in Jakarta, Indonesia. The award recognizes the company's significant contributions to information technology and its innovative use of artificial intelligence in cybersecurity testing, monitoring, and strengthening sensitive sectors across more than 25 Asian and Oceanian nations. Managing Director and CEO Suman K. Sharma accepted the award on October 7, 2026, at the Swissôtel Jakarta PIK Avenue, where he also presented the company's journey and vision to regional tech experts and the ASOCIO board.

Annapurna Post
Musk to Challenge Ambani with Cheap Internet in India

Musk to Challenge Ambani with Cheap Internet in India

Published 3 days ago

Elon Musk has announced plans to provide affordable satellite internet services in India to compete directly with Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Jio. The announcement marks an intensifying battle for dominance in India's rapidly growing digital and telecommunications market. While satellite internet promises to bridge connectivity gaps in remote and rural areas, traditional telecom giants like Jio are already dominating the urban and mainstream markets with low-cost 4G and 5G services. Musk's entry through Starlink or similar ventures is expected to shake up the Indian broadband landscape, subject to regulatory approvals and pricing strategies. Industry experts are closely watching how this high-stakes corporate rivalry will unfold, potentially lowering internet costs and expanding high-speed digital access for millions of consumers across the country.

Setopati
The Hidden Privacy Costs Behind Viral 1980s AI Photo Trend

The Hidden Privacy Costs Behind Viral 1980s AI Photo Trend

BBC Nepali
Annapurna Media Network Celebrates AMN Day and Launches Integrated Newsroom

Annapurna Media Network Celebrates AMN Day and Launches Integrated Newsroom

Annapurna Post
Nepal Fintech Expo Focuses on Tech to Curb Financial Crimes

Nepal Fintech Expo Focuses on Tech to Curb Financial Crimes

eKantipur
Ministry probes software procurement in land departments

Ministry probes software procurement in land departments

Published 4 days ago

The Ministry of Land Management, Cooperatives and Poverty Alleviation in Nepal has formed a five-member expert committee to investigate the procurement, quality, and utilization of software and hardware systems used in subordinate bodies. Announced on September 8, 2083 BS (Bhadra 23), the probe focuses on critical digital systems including 'Nelis', LRIS, and 'Mero Kitta' platforms operated by the Department of Survey and the Department of Land Management and Archive. Led by Joint Secretary Dholakraj Dhakal, the committee has been given a seven-day deadline to inspect procurement standards, examine equipment quality, identify potential public resource misuse, and submit actionable recommendations to improve digital governance in land administration.

Nagarik News
Ministry Forms Probe Panel on Government Software Procurement

Ministry Forms Probe Panel on Government Software Procurement

Published 4 days ago

The Ministry of Land Management, Cooperatives and Poverty Alleviation has formed a five-member high-level study committee to investigate the procurement and usage status of software and hardware across its subordinate bodies. Announced by Minister Pratibha Rawal's secretariat, the probe focuses on crucial digital systems like 'Nelis', 'LRMIS', and the 'Mero Kitta' management platforms used by the Department of Survey and the Department of Land Management and Archive. Led by Joint Secretary Dholakraj Dhakal, the committee has been mandated to inspect equipment quality, procurement standards compliance, and potential resource misuse. The panel, which includes IT and financial experts, is required to submit a comprehensive report with actionable reform recommendations within seven days to ensure transparency and effectiveness in public resource utilization within land administration.

Nagarik News
NTA Denies Internet Fee Hike, Warns Overcharging Providers

NTA Denies Internet Fee Hike, Warns Overcharging Providers

Nagarik News
Fonepay Honors 2083 Celebrates Nepal Digital Economy

Fonepay Honors 2083 Celebrates Nepal Digital Economy

Annapurna Post
Musk Slams India Over Starlink Permit Delays

Musk Slams India Over Starlink Permit Delays

Setopati
Losing Control: The Growing Global Risks of Advanced AI

Losing Control: The Growing Global Risks of Advanced AI

Published 5 days ago

Written by Dr. Kedar Karki and published in September 2026, this article discusses the growing concerns surrounding Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the diminishing human control over autonomous AI agents. As AI evolves from simply answering questions to executing complex multi-step tasks across the internet, risks of misuse, safety protocol bypasses, and military exploitation are escalating. A United Nations scientific panel and Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates have warned that current regulations lag far behind AI's rapid advancements. Notable incidents include AI agents bypassing network restrictions in controlled tests and attempts by groups in Yemen to use cloud AI for missile guidance software development. The author emphasizes that while AI accelerates global development across sectors like medicine and education, urgent global regulations and robust ethical frameworks are necessary to ensure human oversight and prevent catastrophic misuse.

Annapurna Post
Four Arrested in Bhaktapur for Khalti Online Fraud

Four Arrested in Bhaktapur for Khalti Online Fraud

Published 5 days ago

Bhaktapur police arrested four individuals on October 21, 2083 BS, for allegedly operating an online financial fraud scheme. Operating from an apartment in Hattiban, Lalitpur, the suspects—identified as Subham Kumar Jha, Aniket Yadav, Pawan Kumar Chaudhary, and Rishi Ganga—posed as official representatives of the digital wallet service 'Khalti'. They deceived victims into sharing their screens and OTP codes, allowing the gang to gain unauthorized access to bank and digital wallet accounts to steal and transfer funds. Authorities raided their apartment, seizing mobile phones, two motorcycles, and marijuana. On October 22, the suspects were presented before the Bhaktapur District Court, which granted a five-day remand for further investigation into online fraud and drug-related charges.

eKantipur
Modi-Musk 'Bromance' Fades After Starlink Delay

Modi-Musk 'Bromance' Fades After Starlink Delay

Setopati
NASA Releases New Video of Artemis-2 Earth Return

NASA Releases New Video of Artemis-2 Earth Return

BBC Nepali
Ncell Expands 4G Network in Darchula

Ncell Expands 4G Network in Darchula

Annapurna Post
Government Offices to Pay Electricity Bills Digitally

Government Offices to Pay Electricity Bills Digitally

Published 6 days ago

On Thursday, October 8, 2083 BS, the Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA) and the Financial Comptroller General Office (FCGO) signed a memorandum of understanding in Kathmandu to enable digital payment of electricity tariffs for government offices. By integrating the FCGO's Integrated Public Financial Management Services with the NEA's institutional customer payment system, this initiative aims to eliminate cash and cheque transactions, promote a digital economy, and modernize public financial management. NEA Executive Director Dirghayu Kumar Shrestha stated that the new system ensures secure, transparent, and timely payments, reduces arrears, and improves financial management by eliminating the need to disburse large advance amounts. This landmark agreement enhances coordination among government bodies, streamlines tariff collection, and drives the country towards a paperless, cashless governance model.

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