Criticism mounts over Nepal's new social media laws, with concerns raised about free speech and media freedom.

Free speech advocates say social media content may need regulation but bill seeks to criminalise minor offences too.

The government introduced the "Bill on the Operation, Use, and Regulation of Social Media" in the National Assembly on January 28, which has sparked controversy, as opposition parties, including CPN ...

The government on Monday introduced the Social Media Bill in the National Assembly, the Upper House of Parliament, which proposes harsh penalties for social media platforms and users who violate rules ...

The Social Media Bill proposed by Nepal's government to regulate online content has provoked criticism from various stakeholders. Critics argue that the bill threatens freedom of speech and press ...

The social media bill, which was tabled in the National Assembly to regulate the use and operation of social media, proposes severe penalties for individuals involved in spreading misleading or false ...

Nepal has drafted a social media bill with stringent provisions which includes measures to control spread of fake news and deep fakes. The social media bill, which was tabled in the National ...

By bno Chennai bureau Nepal's government has introduced a bill seeking to impose strict regulations on social media platforms ...

The social media bill must be revised through the broadest possible consultations.

Media Action Nepal (MAN) has raised concerns over the Social Media Bill approved by the Cabinet, warning that it poses a serious threat to free speech and press freedom.

The government is set to introduce a bill aimed at effectively cracking down on the use of social media. The Ministry of ...