Nepal Telecom Expands 4G and Fiber Services Across Karnali Province
Nepal Telecom is accelerating 4G and fiber expansion across Karnali Province, extending coverage to 37 municipalities and targeting remote areas such as Dolpa and Humla by year-end.
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Nepal Telecom Floats Tender for New IPTV and OTT Platform
Nepal Telecom has announced a tender for a new IPTV and OTT platform to replace its current revenue-sharing model with Kalash and VNPT. The state-backed operator plans to independently manage IPTV services, improve channel offerings, and support SVOD and AVOD while ensuring seamless migration for existing subscribers.
Nepal Telecom Offers Free Data and Calls to Keep Citizens Connected During Crisis
Nepal Telecom has introduced a three-day free data and on-net calls offer to support citizens during the crisis. Subscribers can activate the services via short codes, gaining 1 Mbps internet and free voice calls within NTC’s network to stay connected with family and friends.
Nepal Telecom Offers Free Data and Voice Calls Amid Ongoing Crisis
Nepal Telecom is offering three days of free 1 Mbps data and on-net voice calls to help citizens stay connected during the current crisis. Subscribers can activate the services via short codes, as part of the operator’s effort to ease communication across Nepal.
Nepal Telecom Suspends CRBT Service Due to Technical Issues
Nepal Telecom has suspended its CRBT service due to technical issues, with restoration efforts underway. The company apologized to subscribers, who remain divided on the service’s value, highlighting both its popularity and past criticism as a forced add-on.
Nepal Telecom Expands 4G Services to Remote Villages in Lamjung
Nepal Telecom has extended 4G internet and mobile services to Lamjung’s remote villages, improving connectivity for residents and enabling advances in education, healthcare, and local business. The initiative marks a major step toward inclusive digital development in rural Nepal.
Nepal’s Digital Transactions Surge 71% to Rs 98.43 Trillion in FY 2024/25
Nepal recorded Rs 98.43 trillion in electronic transactions in FY 2024/25, a 71% jump from the previous year. RTGS dominated with Rs 74.9 trillion, while mobile banking, QR codes, and e-commerce payments also grew, reflecting strong momentum toward a cashless economy.
Tele Digital Services Joins Google Cloud Partner Advantage as Workspace Sell Partner in Nepal
Tele Digital Services, part of Ramesh Corp, has become a Google Workspace Sell Partner under Google Cloud’s Partner Advantage programme. Offering local payments, instant licences, and technical support, the company has already onboarded 50+ businesses in Nepal, helping them transition from cPanel-based systems to cloud-based productivity tools.
Nepal’s 4G User Base Surpasses 25.6 Million, Mobile Broadband Penetration Hits 87.9%
Nepal’s 4G users exceed 25.6 million, achieving 87.9% mobile broadband penetration. Nepal Telecom and Ncell continue subscriber growth and plan to retire 2G/3G networks by 2025, while working toward future 5G deployment.
Nepal Advances in Digital Connectivity, Matches Regional Peers — ITU Report
Nepal now matches the digital connectivity level of 11 peer LLDCs, with 56% internet access and 94.5% mobile broadband penetration. While mobile data is affordable, fixed broadband remains costly. The country faces challenges in 5G rollout and data management, requiring government action to sustain progress.