Author: Himalaya Post

South Asian Internet Pioneers Honored in Kathmandu, Nepal’s Dilip Agrawal Receives Internet Enablers Award

Kathmandu- Internet pioneers from across South Asia were honored in Kathmandu during the 44th edition of the South Asian Network Operators Group (SANOG) conference for their outstanding contributions to the growth and expansion of internet services in the region. The three-day conference, which began on Sunday, recognized individuals from Nepal, India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Bhutan who played a pivotal role in bringing internet access to the public and advancing commercial internet services long before the internet became an essential part of everyday life. This year’s Internet Enablers Awards were presented to Dilip Agrawal (Nepal), Neeraj Sonker and Suchit Nanda...

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Foundation Stone laying ceremony of School Building in Kanchanpur, Nepal.

Kathmandu- The Foundation Stone for the Construction of Shree Maheshwar Secondary School Building, Bhimdatta Municipality-10, Kanchanpur district in Sudurpaschim province of Nepal, was jointly laid today by Mr. Basist Nandan, First Secretary, Embassy of India, Kathmandu, and Mrs. Nilam Lekhak Joshi, Deputy Chief, Bhimdatta Municipality. The School Building is being built with Government of India’s financial assistance of Nepali Rupees 19 million approximately. This High Impact Community Development Project (HICDP), will be implemented through the Bhimdatta Municipality, Kanchanpur. It is the 11th HICDP being undertaken in Kanchanpur district of Nepal. The deputy chief of Bhimdatta Municipality, Kanchanpur and other...

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Samsung Nepal Opens Applications for AI Course After Successfully Completing Coding & Programming Program

Kathmandu- Samsung Nepal has announced the successful completion of its latest Samsung Innovation Campus (SIC) Coding & Programming course and has opened applications for a new Artificial Intelligence (AI) course, reaffirming its commitment to nurturing Nepal’s next generation of digital talent. The Coding & Programming course, conducted from December 22, 2025, to June 30, 2026, provided participants with practical technical skills, hands-on project experience, and exposure to industry practices. Graduates of the program were recognized at a special ceremony celebrating their successful completion. Speaking on the occasion, Chang Uk Jung, Managing Director of Samsung Nepal, said that when he...

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TikTok Launches Guide to Combat Misinformation During Monsoon Floods in Nepal

Kathmandu, Nepal  – TikTok has announced the launch of a new search guide designed to help users in Nepal access verified, up to date information during the ongoing monsoon flood season. The initiative is part of TikTok’s continued effort to strengthen factual awareness on its platform and limit the spread of misinformation during natural disasters. Users searching for flood-related content on TikTok will now see a banner directing them to verify information through credible sources. The guide links users directly with trusted organizations including BIPAD-the country’s national disaster information portal and TikTok’s Safety Center resources, as well as a...

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Global AI Ethics Leader Calls for ‘AI for Humanity’ at Kathmandu Keynote

Kathmandu- As Nepal accelerates its digital transformation with the implementation of the National AI Policy and the establishment of the National AI Centre, the World Forum for Ethics in Business (WFEB) organized a keynote program titled “AI for Humanity: Navigating the Great Societal Challenges of the AI Age” at The Soaltee in Kathmandu. Addressing the event, Dr. Sanjay Pradhan, President of WFEB, highlighted the immense opportunities and emerging challenges that artificial intelligence presents for Nepal. He said AI has the potential to accelerate national development, improve governance, and empower young people, while emphasizing that its development must remain ethical,...

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