Er. Pankaj Jalan is a dedicated educationist and social entrepreneur committed to bringing a social revolution in Nepal through the power of Information and Communication Technology (ICT). He serves as the Chairman of Lord Buddha Education Foundation and College for Professional Studies in Kathmandu, and Akshar Vidhya Mandir (Smart School) in Janakpur, overseeing their strategic and administrative functions. With a background in Engineering and advanced degrees in Management and Infrastructure, he combines technical expertise with visionary leadership. Er. Jalan has played a pivotal role in promoting ICT through his involvement with the Computer Association of Nepal, Nepal Chamber of Commerce, and as the Founder President of IEPAN. He has represented Nepal in international ICT events in Japan, India, and Pakistan and was honored with the National ICT Excellence Award 2022 by the Government of Nepal. His mission is to advance e-governance and transform Nepal's education system for a more inclusive digital future.

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Aashish Sharma is a seasoned expert in Cards, Digital Banking, and Payments, bringing over 25 years of experience in multinational banking environments. Throughout his distinguished career, he has led the development and implementation of electronic transaction systems and established robust card businesses, including Debit, Credit, ATM, POS, Payment Gateways, and E-commerce platforms.

With deep expertise in Fraud Risk Management, Compliance, Business Process Re-engineering, and Project Implementation, Aashish has played a critical role in optimizing operations and driving digital transformation across banking services. His work extends to Remittance, IT Systems, Financial Inclusion, Mobile Banking, and Agency Banking, consistently focusing on Product Innovation and expanding access to modern financial services.

Aashish is recognized for his strategic contributions in Digital Banking, Mobile Payments, Banking Technology, FinTech, and Consulting, making him a leading voice in the evolution of digital financial services.
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E. Internet Governance Institute NPNOG 
F. Cyber World Lions club of Kathmandu 
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H. Chabahil Plaza 
I. Idea Saving and Credit Cooperative 
J. JCI Budhanilkantha

Guests: 
A. Birendra Kumar Mishra 
B. Kailash Budu 
C. Subash Sharma 
D. Manohar Kumar Bhattarai 
E. Laxman Adhikari 
F. Bikash Dangol 
G. Anil Regmi 
H. Ganesh Shah 
I. Subash Dhakal 
J. Bikash Dangol 
K. Pitamber Bhandari 
L. Prakash Sharma 
M. Chandra Dev Bhatta 
N. Vivek S. Rana 
O. Surendra Chand Thakur 
P. Bhuvan Kumar Dahal 
Q. Adesh Khadka 
R. Chhiring Sherpa 


Nepal Internet Foundation - Board of Directors: 

A. Bikram Shrestha- President 
B. Binay Bohara- Director 
C. Gaurab Raj Upadhaya- Director 
D. Rupesh Bhakta Shrestha- Director 
E. Amar Raj Bhandari- Director 
F. Bhushan Ratna Bajracharya- Director 
G. Lipasha Shrestha- Secretary 

Supporters: 
A. Roshan Pokhrel 
B. Nabin Joshi 
C. Nilesh Manandhar 
D. Santu Lama 
E. Kalpana Shrestha 
F. Sunita Nhemaphuki 
G. Avigya Pokhrel 
H. Bikash Khatri 
I. Ishan Tamilsina 
J. Chirag Thapa 
K. Tazanna Shrestha 
L. Balkishor Chaudhary 
M. Sambidhan Prasai 


This Episode is Sponsored by: 
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• Nepal Internet Exchange (NPIX)

Host: Bikram Shrestha (NIF’s president) 
Guest: Aashish Sharma

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Er. Bikash Gurung is the President of the Robotics Association of Nepal (RAN), a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing robotics and automation technology. With a personal vision to make local engineers globally competent, he has spent over a decade empowering young innovators through national and international platforms like the International Robotics Competition, Miss Tech, NASA Space Apps Challenge, and Girls in Robotics & AI. He has led collaborations with global and national institutions including Google, Microsoft, NAST, UNDP, and the US Embassy. He also serves on several national science, innovation, and ICT committees, and directs pioneering tech projects like Krishakcopter and Sister Robots.

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B. Internet Exchange Nepal (NPIX) 
C. Democracy Drinks 
D. Lajga Handicrafts 
E. Internet Governance Institute NPNOG 
F. Cyber World Lions club of Kathmandu 
G. Amtrix Technology 
H. Chabahil Plaza 
I. Idea Saving and Credit Cooperative 
J. JCI Budhanilkantha

Guests: 
A. Birendra Kumar Mishra 
B. Kailash Budu 
C. Subash Sharma 
D. Manohar Kumar Bhattarai 
E. Laxman Adhikari 
F. Bikash Dangol 
G. Anil Regmi 
H. Ganesh Shah 
I. Subash Dhakal 
J. Bikash Dangol 
K. Pitamber Bhandari 
L. Prakash Sharma 
M. Chandra Dev Bhatta 
N. Vivek S. Rana 
O. Surendra Chand Thakur 
P. Bhuvan Kumar Dahal 
Q. Adesh Khadka 
R. Chhiring Sherpa 

Nepal Internet Foundation - Board of Directors: 
A. Bikram Shrestha- President 
B. Binay Bohara- Director 
C. Gaurab Raj Upadhaya- Director 
D. Rupesh Bhakta Shrestha- Director 
E. Amar Raj Bhandari- Director 
F. Bhushan Ratna Bajracharya- Director 
G. Lipasha Shrestha- Secretary 

Supporters: 
A. Roshan Pokhrel 
B. Nabin Joshi 
C. Nilesh Manandhar 
D. Santu Lama 
E. Kalpana Shrestha 
F. Asmita Lamichhane 
G. Sambhidhan Prasai
H. Bikash Khatri 
I. Sonu Bastakoti 
J. Chirag Thapa 
K. Tazanna Shrestha 
L. Balkishor Chaudhary 

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• Nepal Internet Exchange (NPIX)

Host: Bikram Shrestha (NIF’s president) 
Guest: Bikash Gurung (President of the Robotics Association of Nepal

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Santosh Sigdel is a dedicated human rights activist with over 15 years of experience in promoting and protecting human rights in Nepal. He holds a master's degree in international human rights from the Central European University in Hungary and another in international commercial law from Tribhuvan University. Actively involved in digital rights and internet governance, he served as the president of the Internet Society Nepal Chapter (2018-2019), contributing to internet accessibility and policy discussions. Additionally, he is the chairperson and founding member of Digital Rights Nepal, a not-for-profit initiative focused on protecting and promoting digital rights in the country. 

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B. Internet Exchange Nepal (NPIX)
C. Democracy Drinks
D. Lajga Handicrafts
E. Internet Governance Institute NPNOG
F. Cyber World Lions club of Kathmandu
H. Chabahil Plaza
I. Idea Saving and Credit Cooperative
J. JCI Budhanilkantha

Nepal Internet Foundation - Board of Directors:

A. Bikram Shrestha- President
B. Binay Bohara- Director
C. Gaurab Raj Upadhaya- Director
D. Rupesh Bhakta Shrestha- Director
E. Amar Raj Bhandari- Director
F. Bhushan Ratna Bajracharya- Director
G. Lipasha Shrestha- Secretary

Supporters:
A. Roshan Pokhrel
B. Nabin Joshi
C. Nilesh Manandhar
D. Santu Lama
E. Kalpana Shrestha
F. Sunita Nhemaphuki
G. Avigya Pokhrel
H. Bikash Khatri
I. Ishan Tamilsina
J. Chirag Thapa
K. Tazanna Shrestha
L. Balkishor Chaudhary
M. Ananta Pokharel
N. Sambidhan Prasai


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• Nepal Internet Exchange (NPIX)

Host: Bikram Shrestha (NIF’s president)
Guest: Mr.Radhesh Pant


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Mr. Radhesh Pant is a distinguished Nepali professional with a robust background in both the private and public sectors. He has held pivotal roles such as the Chief Executive Officer of Kumari Bank and the Investment Board Nepal (IBN). In his tenure at Kumari Bank, he managed the institution through significant challenges, while at IBN, he was instrumental in facilitating major infrastructure projects. Mr. Pant is also the Founder and CEO of VRock & Company, a consulting firm specializing in advisory services and capacity building. His academic credentials include a Bachelor's degree in Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) and an MBA from the University of California, Los Angeles.
 
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C. Democracy Drinks
D. Lajga Handicrafts
E. Internet Governance Institute NPNOG
F. Cyber World Lions club of Kathmandu
H. Chabahil Plaza
I. Idea Saving and Credit Cooperative
J. JCI Budhanilkantha

Nepal Internet Foundation - Board of Directors:

A. Bikram Shrestha- President
B. Binay Bohara- Director
C. Gaurab Raj Upadhaya- Director
D. Rupesh Bhakta Shrestha- Director
E. Amar Raj Bhandari- Director
F. Bhushan Ratna Bajracharya- Director
G. Lipasha Shrestha- Secretary

Supporters:
A. Roshan Pokhrel
B. Nabin Joshi
C. Nilesh Manandhar
D. Santu Lama
E. Kalpana Shrestha
F. Sunita Nhemaphuki
G. Avigya Pokhrel
H. Bikash Khatri
I. Ishan Tamilsina
J. Chirag Thapa
K. Tazanna Shrestha
L. Balkishor Chaudhary
M. Ananta Pokharel
N. Sambidhan Prasai


This Episodes Sponsored by: .
• Data Hub Pvt.Ltd.
• Nepal Internet Exchange (NPIX)

Host: Bikram Shrestha (NIF’s president)
Guest: Mr.Radhesh Pant


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Sunaina Ghimire Pandey, with over 25 years of experience in Nepal's Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector, has been a trailblazer in the industry. She serves as the Managing Director of General Technology, a software development company, and has
held key positions within the Computer Association of Nepal (CAN) Federation, including
Secretary, General Secretary, and Vice President. In December 2024, she made history by
becoming the first female President of the CAN Federation. Her contributions were further
recognized in 2023 when she received the Ncell Woman ICON ICT Award.

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B. Internet Exchange Nepal (NPIX)
C. Democracy Drinks
D. Lajga Handicrafts
E. Internet Governance Institute NPNOG
F. Cyber World Lions club of Kathmandu
G. Amtrix Technology
H. Chabahil Plaza
I. Idea Saving and Credit Cooperative
J. JCI Budhanilkantha

Supporters:
A. Roshan Pokhrel
B. Nabin Joshi
C. Nilesh Manandhar
D. Santu Lama
E. Kalpana Shrestha
F. Sunita Nhemaphuki
G. Avigya Pokhrel
H. Bikash Khatri
I. Ishan Tamilsina
J. Chirag Thapa
K. Tazanna Shrestha
L. Balkishor Chaudhary
M. Ananta Pokharel


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Host: Bikram Shrestha (NIF’s president)
Guest: Sunaina Ghimire Pandey


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Narottam Aryal is the President of King's College, Nepal, where he has been instrumental in fostering entrepreneurship and innovation in higher education. Since graduating in 1999, he has dedicated his career to advancing Nepalese higher education, particularly in business and entrepreneurship. Narottam holds a Master of Public Administration from Tribhuvan University and an M.Phil. in Public Policy from the University of Bergen, Norway.

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B. Internet Exchange Nepal (NPIX)
C. Democracy Drinks
D. Lajga Handicrafts
E. Internet Governance Institute NPNOG
F. Cyber World Lions club of Kathmandu
G. Amtrix Technology
H. Chabahil Plaza
I. Idea Saving and Credit Cooperative
J. JCI Budhanilkantha

Supporters:
A. Roshan Pokhrel
B. Nabin Joshi
C. Nilesh Manandhar
D. Santu Lama
E. Kalpana Shrestha
F. Sunita Nhemaphuki
G. Avigya Pokhrel
H. Bikash Khatri
I. Ishan Tamilsina
J. Chirag Thapa
K. Tazanna Shrestha
L. Balkishor Chaudhary
M. Ananta Pokharel
N. Sambhidhan Prasai


This Episodes Sponsored by:
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Host: Bikram Shrestha (NIF’s president)
Guest: Narottam Aryal


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Prof. Dr. Suresh Manandhar is a distinguished AI scientist with a 35-year career, specializing in machine learning and natural language processing. He currently holds multiple positions: CEO, Chief Scientist, and Co-founder at Wiseyak Inc.; Honorary Chair in Artificial Intelligence at Madan Bhandari University of Science and Technology; Head of Artificial Intelligence Research and Honorary Chair at Fusemachines. Formerly, he led the A.I research group at the University of York until 2019. Throughout his career, he has supervised over 20 doctoral students and authored 120+ papers in peer-reviewed journals and conference

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B. Internet Exchange Nepal (NPIX)
C. Democracy Drinks
D. Lajga Handicrafts
E. Internet Governance Institute NPNOG
F. Cyber World Lions club of Kathmandu
G. Amtrix Technology
H. Chabahil Plaza
I. Idea Saving and Credit Cooperative
J. JCI Budhanilkantha

Guests:
A. Birendra Kumar Mishra
B. Kailash Budu
C. Subash Sharma
D. Manohar Kumar Bhattarai
E. Laxman Adhikari
F. Bikash Dangol
G. Anil Regmi
H. Ganesh Shah
I. Subash Dhakal
J. Bikash Dangol
K. Pitamber Bhandari
L. Prakash Sharma
M. Chandra Dev Bhatta
N. Vivek S. Rana
O. Surendra Chand Thakur
P. Bhuvan Kumar Dahal
Q. Adesh Khadka
R. Chhiring Sherpa
S. Pharid Ali
T. Dr. Suresh Manandhar


Nepal Internet Foundation - Board of Directors:

A. Bikram Shrestha- President
B. Binay Bohara- Director
C. Gaurab Raj Upadhaya- Director
D. Rupesh Bhakta Shrestha- Director
E. Amar Raj Bhandari- Director
F. Bhushan Ratna Bajracharya- Director
G. Lipasha Shrestha- Secretary

Supporters:
A. Roshan Pokhrel
B. Nabin Joshi
C. Nilesh Manandhar
D. Santu Lama
E. Kalpana Shrestha
F. Sunita Nhemaphuki
G. Avigya Pokhrel
H. Bikash Khatri
I. Ishan Tamilsina
J. Chirag Thapa
K. Tazanna Shrestha
L. Balkishor Chaudhary
M. Ananta Pokharel
N. Sambidhan Prasai
O. Ankur Gurung

This Episodes Sponsored by:
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• Nepal Internet Exchange (NPIX)

Host: Bikram Shrestha (NIF’s president)
Guest:  Dr. Suresh Manandhar

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Mr. Chehen Lama – Founder and CEO at Technology For All, which are driven by a passionate commitment to realizing the vision of empowering individuals through equitable access to technology and the internet.

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C. Democracy Drinks
D. Lajga Handicrafts
E. Internet Governance Institute NPNOG
F. Lion Club of Cyber World Kathmandu
G. Amtrix Technology 
H. Idea Saving and Credit Cooperative
I. JCI Budhanilkantha

Guests:
A. Birendra Kumar Mishra
B. Kailash Budu
C. Subash Sharma
D. Manohar Kumar Bhattarai
E. Laxman Adhikari
F. Bikash Dangol
G. Anil Regmi
H. Ganesh Shah
I. Subash Dhakal
J. Bikash Dangol
K. Pitamber Bhandari
L. Prakash Sharma
M. Chandra Dev Bhatta
N. Vivek S. Rana
O. Surendra Chand Thakur
P. Bhuvan Kumar Dahal
Q. Adesh Khadka
R. Chhiring Sherpa
S. Kanchha Noru Sherpa
T. Til Bahadur B.K.
U. Chhepal Dorjee Sherpa
V. Pradeep Panhaur
W. Barsha Karki
X. Krishna Ram Dhunju
Y. Prabin Prakash Chhetri
Z. Niraj Simkhada
Aa. Sajana Maharjan Amatya
Ab. Chhehen Lama

Nepal Internet Foundation - Board of Directors:
A. Bikram Shrestha- President
B. Binay Bohara- Director
C. Gaurab Raj Upadhaya- Director
D. Rupesh Bhakta Shrestha- Director
E. Amar Raj Bhandari- Director
F. Bhushan Ratna Bajracharya- Director
G. Lipasha Shrestha- Secretary

Supporters:
A. Roshan Pokhrel
B. Nabin Joshi
C. Nilesh Manandhar
D. Kalpana Shrestha
E. Sunita Nhemaphuki
F. Avigya Pokhrel
G. Bikash Khatri
H. Ishan Tamilsina
I. Chirag Thapa
J. Tazanna Shrestha
K. Balkishor Chaudhary

This Episodes Sponsored by:
• Data Hub Pvt. Ltd.
• Nepal Internet Exchange (NPIX)

This Episode
Host:  Mr. Bikram Shrestha (President - Nepal Internet Foundation).
Guest: Mr. Chehen Lama (Founder and CEO at Technology For All).

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