Electronic Transactions Act

Medical businessman Durga Prasai has been formally charged at the Parsa District Court following the submission of a police investigation report recommending charges under the Electronic Transactions Act and for offenses against the state. The case is based on Prasai's statements made on YouTube channels and public appearances, where he allegedly used defamatory remarks against women and belittled state institutions. The Supreme Court has ordered Prasai's release from custody.

Medical entrepreneur Durga Prasai has been remanded to police custody for three days by the Parsa District Court for investigation into alleged offenses against the state and violations of the Electronic Transactions Act. Police detained Prasai over statements made through various media and social media platforms that they claim promoted hatred, disrupted social harmony, and disrespected the government. The investigation is ongoing.