Technology Khabar

Tele Digital Services Pvt. Ltd., in partnership with Meta, organized 'The Converference' in Kathmandu to introduce the WhatsApp Business API to Nepali businesses. The event highlighted the potential of conversational commerce for customer engagement, sales, and retention, with Meta recognizing Nepal as a key market for this technology.

The Lumbini Province Assembly convened to discuss the principles and priorities of the Appropriation Bill for the upcoming fiscal year, with Economic Affairs and Planning Minister Dhanendra Karki addressing members' inquiries. Meanwhile, the Gandaki Provincial Assembly commenced its budget session, focusing on the province's policies and programs for the next fiscal year.

Kathmandu is set to be a hub for literary events in May and June 2026, with the Himalayan Literature Festival & Writers’ Workshop (HLF-WWK) 2026 and the Kathmandu Kalinga Literary Festival scheduled to take place. The HLF-WWK, dedicated to Guru Prasad Mainali, will run from May 29 to June 5, focusing on themes of healing, consciousness, and cultural dialogue, and will feature international writers. The Kathmandu Kalinga Literary Festival will be held on June 6 and 7, aiming to foster multidimensional exchange among writers and intellectuals from South Asia.

Minister for Information and Communications Dr. Bikram Timalsina stated that community radios must be technology-friendly and operate according to public expectations, emphasizing their continued relevance. He also addressed irregularities in public welfare advertisements, asserting that government funds should be used for communication that aligns with people's aspirations.

Chiranjibi Adhikari has officially taken over as the acting president of the Federation of Computer Association Nepal (CAN Federation) following the resignation of Sunaina Ghimire Pandey. Adhikari, a cybersecurity expert, has outlined a commitment to transforming Nepal into a global digital powerhouse by prioritizing domestic software, advocating for IT industry recognition, and implementing AI governance.

Multiple parliamentary committees under the Federal Parliament convened for meetings to discuss various critical issues. The Public Accounts Committee focused on strategies for reducing arrears, while the Law, Justice and Human Rights Committee reviewed progress and action plans for the Ministry of Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs. Other committees engaged in discussions related to the upcoming fiscal year's budget, human rights, and infrastructure development.

The National AI Hackathon 2026, organized by Kode Dristi Software Pvt. Ltd., is scheduled for June 6-7 in Lalitpur, Nepal, aiming to promote AI adoption and innovation. The event will include a 32-hour hackathon for developers and a post-event investor pitching session for promising AI-based projects.