The British College, Kathmandu Faces Contractual Payment Disagreement Linked to Digital Services Engagement

The British College, Kathmandu, has recently been linked to a contractual payment disagreement arising from a professional engagement with an India-based digital communications firm, according to documents and correspondence reviewed.

The engagement reportedly commenced in January 2026 under a structured three-month agreement covering online reputation management, crisis support, and public relations services. The scope of work included digital monitoring, platform-level enforcement, search-engine reputation initiatives, and coordinated public-relations activity.

Records indicate that while the initial month’s payment under the agreement was completed, subsequent instalments scheduled under the same contract remain pending. During this period, the service provider maintains that work continued across multiple digital platforms, including enforcement actions on major social-media networks and preparatory reputation-management activity related to search visibility.

Professionals familiar with cross-border digital service arrangements note that such disagreements are not uncommon, particularly where engagements involve ongoing reputation management and phased execution across platforms and jurisdictions. These engagements typically operate on structured timelines and depend on continued coordination between both parties.

The matter is understood to be in the process of formal resolution through contractual and legal channels. The service provider has indicated that efforts remain focused on resolving the issue within the framework of the original agreement.

Observers note that as institutions increasingly rely on external digital partners for reputation and communications support, clarity around contractual execution and payment timelines remains a critical factor in maintaining professional relationships.