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

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 ...

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

Nepal has drafted a social media bill with stringent provisions which includes measures to control spread of fake news and ...

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

Nepal has introduced a stringent social media bill imposing severe penalties for spreading fake news and deep fakes. The bill ...

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

Uploading or spreading deepfake videos using social media will result in up to two years of imprisonment, a fine of up to Rs ...

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