AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoParliament & Parties: Nepali Congress leader Bhishma Raj Angdembe denied the party has formed a “shadow government,” saying it has only appointed thematic committee coordinators under its parliamentary statute. PM in Focus: Prime Minister Balendra Shah, in his first House address, reiterated commitments on good governance, corruption control, squatters’ settlement and the border dispute, after budget deliberations. Border Row Fallout: The Lipulekh “encroachment” controversy continues to spark protests and demands for clarification/apology, with the Foreign Ministry saying the remarks relate to “cross-border occupation.” Budget & Taxes: The government’s FY 2026/27 includes a new “green tax” on smartphones and smartwatches, likely pushing prices higher, while VAT on electricity and other fiscal measures are drawing debate. Tech & Connectivity: Starlink seeks entry to Nepal but faces legal/policy hurdles around ownership rules. Health & Economy: NephroPlus expects 15–20% revenue growth (CAGR) and outlines expansion plans; meanwhile, insurance suspension is hitting government hospitals. Environment & Culture: Conservationists question Nepal’s plan to relocate blackbucks to Chitwan; KIMFF 2026 wrapped with awards for top Nepali and international films. Weather: Hotter days are expected in Nepal’s Tarai, with generally cloudy conditions elsewhere.
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