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From Nepal’s first computerized joint-venture bank to a leading force in digital banking, Nabil Bank’s 42-year journey is a story of innovation, trust and transformation. From ATMs and internet banking to nBank, Nabil continues to make banking simpler, smarter and more accessible-Banking and Beyond.

Techpana’s Dark Files Series investigates sensitive banking credentials found on the dark web. The investigation found thousands of leaked login records linked to Nepal’s commercial banks, including employee, system admin, HR, e-banking, core banking and financial reporting accounts. The findings also reveal weak and reused passwords, raising serious concerns about banking cybersecurity in Nepal.

How is technology changing Nepal’s tax system? In this interview, the Director General of Nepal’s Inland Revenue Department discusses digital tax administration, taxpayer services, digital payments, QR payments, e-billing, online businesses, tax compliance and the growing role of AI in tax administration. The conversation also explores the taxpayer incentive and reward system, how technology can improve transparency, encourage consumers to ask for bills, reduce tax evasion and make tax services more convenient for citizens and businesses.

From simple pictograms to a universal digital language-discover the fascinating history of emojis! Learn how emojis started in Japan, how they became a global standard, why July 17 is celebrated as World Emoji Day, and some surprising facts about the emojis we use every day.

How does dirty sewage become clean water? In this special Techpana video, we take you inside the Guheshwori Wastewater Treatment Plant to see how sewage from Kathmandu is collected, filtered and biologically treated before the processed water is released into the Bagmati River. From removing plastics and solid waste to sedimentation, aeration, clarification and final disinfection, we explore the technology behind the entire wastewater treatment process. We also look at how the plant handles sludge, produces biogas and generates electricity from the treatment process. The plant currently has the capacity to treat around 32.4 million litres of wastewater every day, offering an important technological solution for keeping the Bagmati River cleaner.

The government promised a Digital Nepal, but citizens are still stuck in long queues. From passport delays and National ID issues to driving licence system failures and hospital ticket lines, digital public services continue to frustrate people. Is Nepal's digital transformation happening only on paper?

EVs are helping reduce fuel use and air pollution in Nepal, but a much bigger challenge is approaching. What will happen to thousands of lithium-ion batteries once they reach the end of their life? This video explores the hidden risks of EV battery waste, Nepal's policy gaps, and how countries like China and Norway are tackling the problem.

A second-hand iPhone seller ended up spending 3 days in police custody after receiving a QR payment linked to a fraud case. The phone sale was genuine, but the money came from a scam victim, creating unexpected legal trouble. Watch the full story and learn how merchants can protect themselves from similar QR payment scams.

Space is filling up faster than ever. With more than 15,000 satellites already in orbit and hundreds of thousands more planned, the risk of collisions, space debris, and even falling satellite fragments is growing. Here's why experts warn that space is becoming the "Wild West" and what it means for our future.

TechPana's investigation found that Ncell has been deducting NPR 1.27 from customers' main balance even when mobile data is turned off and they are using Wi-Fi. The issue appears to have continued for more than 10 months, raising serious questions about Ncell's billing system. After the investigation, Ncell acknowledged a technical issue and said affected customers would be refunded, though some users claim they have yet to receive either refunds or SMS notifications.