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27 June, Kathmandu. On January 3, 2079, when Rekha Sharma was entering the Ministry of Communication and Information Technology as a minister, Nepal Telecom's mobile and telephone services were disrupted across the country. Sharma herself was the victim when the service was interrupted for about 2 hours due to the problem of the 'billing system' by Telecom. The problem of the billing system was covered up after the instructions were given immediately after assuming office. However, on June 10, the service at Telecom was also interrupted. Again, the reason for the service to stop was the problem with the billing system. During Rekha Sharma's tenure of about one and a half years, the contract for the new billing system at Telecom has already been called, but there has been confusio...

Prime Minister Puspa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda' awarding Dr. Shailendra Giri, executive director of Rapti Engineering College with National ICT Excellence Award 2024 at a programme held to mark 7th National ICT Day in the capital on Thursday. Photo: Kabin Adhaikari/TRN Kathmandu, May 3 : The government has conferred the ICT Excellence Award 2024 on Dr Shailendra Giri by recognizing his contributions to the development and expansion of communications and information technology. The Award carries a purse of Rs 100,000. Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda' awarded Dr Giri with the ICT Excellence Award 2024 at a programme organized Thursday to mark the 7th National Information and Communications Technology Day. The Executive Director of Rapti Engineering College, Dr Giri also served...

At least 14 people were killed in a university shooting in the Czech capital Prague on Thursday, according to local police. Speaking at a press briefing in the evening, Czech Police President Martin Vondrasek said that 14 people died and 25 were injured, including 10 in serious conditions, in the shooting at the Faculty of Arts of Charles University in the afternoon. He said there was a huge arsenal of weapons and ammunition inside the faculty building. "Had it not been for the quick intervention of the police, there would have been many more victims." Earlier, Vondrasek told journalists that more than 15 people lost their lives and at least 24 others were injured. Police said on social media X that they are still investigating the identity of the victims, one of whom is a foreigner...

Educationpatra, Kathmandu. In a celebration of academic achievement, a noteworthy 47.17% of candidates successfully cleared the recent Public Engineering License Examination, administered by the Nepal Engineering Council. Out of a total of 5,821 examinees, a commendable 2,746 individuals secured victory, marking a significant leap in pass rates compared to previous years. This licensing examination, held for the third time, witnessed a positive trend with an encouraging surge in success rates. Shedding light on the results, Registrar Shivamangal Giri shared, "The improvement in outcomes reflects a heightened understanding that success is not achieved without hard work." Breaking down the statistics, the first iteration of the examination saw a 28% success rate, followed by a 34% ...

University Grants Commission (UGC) Nepal: Proposal Call Notice (2080-07-13) The University Grants Commission (UGC) of Sanothimi, Bhaktapur, Nepal is dedicated to elevating the standards of higher education in Nepal. Recognizing the essential role that education plays in nation-building, UGC has consistently developed programs that enhance the administrative, physical, and research capacities of higher educational institutions. Key Endeavours of UGC Nepal: Development of Facilities: Administrative and physical infrastructure development in higher educational institutions. Quality Assurance: Implementation of quality assurance, accreditation programs, and improvement schemes for teachers, staff, and students. Research: Fostering a research culture and developing infrastructu

Educatinalpatra, Kathmandu. In a remarkable tale of innovation and determination, Ekta Golcha, a post-graduate from Oxford University, has taken the reins of technology and embarked on a journey to revolutionize the business and industrial sectors in Nepal. Returning to her homeland after completing her studies, Ekta had aspirations of establishing a modern industry. However, unforeseen circumstances led her down an unconventional path. Upon her return to Nepal, Ekta Golcha found herself at the helm of Arihant Polypack Industry, her father's venture. Despite the initial shift from her original plans, her experience in industry management provided invaluable insights that would shape her future endeavors. Over the course of two years, Ekta's initial desire to engage in the industrial

Educationpatra, Kathmandu. In a surprising turn of events, the National Freedom Party has found itself at the center of a heated debate as it embarks on the controversial journey of assessing the qualifications of its officials and members. This move, spanning from the central echelons to the grassroots municipal level, has ignited discussions both within and outside the party, with some even resorting to satire to express their opinions about evaluating the educational credentials of politicians within the party. The focal point of this uproar emerged from the recent central committee meeting held on a Wednesday. During this meeting, the party unveiled a set of rigorous criteria applicable to officials and members across three tiers: central, provincial, and municipal. According to...

Educationpatra, Kathmandu. The long-awaited Federal Education Bill is set to be presented in the parliament as the government has decided to take the crucial step. In a cabinet meeting held on Tuesday, the bill received approval for amendments and the integration of laws related to school education. The initiative to send the bill for approval came after Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal's appointment, and the Ministry of Education collaborated with the Ministry of Finance and Law in this process. Earlier, in the month of Chait (March), the Ministry of Law had provided theoretical agreement to the bill soon after Ashok Rai was appointed as the Minister of Education. Subsequently, the bill gained approval from the Ministry of Finance and Law, and it was passed by the Cabinet's Legisl...

Educationpatra, Kathmandu. Google's DeepMind division's chief, Demis Hassabis, claims that the AI named "Jemina" can surpass chat GPTs using a combination of Large Language Models (LLLM) and Alpha Go technology. This AI is currently outperforming existing LLLM platforms. Artificial Intelligence (AI) can bring about various transformations in different fields. Google's Jemina AI claims to outperform chat GPTs by using a combination of Large Language Models (LLLM) and Alpha Go technology. This could be a significant achievement in line with their stated goals. The use of AI has the potential to introduce new possibilities in various areas of improvement. Google's DeepMind division is continuously developing and moving forward with globally recognized projects. Jemina, as a capable ...