Ganesh Nepali Deal: Nepal’s government, Kathmandu Metropolitan City and the family of ride-hailing driver Ganesh Nepali have signed a nine-point agreement after his self-immolation over a traffic penalty, including an independent probe led by a former judge, possible martyr status, and suspension of KMC police personnel pending the report. Monsoon Disasters: Heavy rain alerts are in place as floods and landslides hit Kaski’s Modi Khola and Kimrung, damaging homes and hydropower and cutting road access to Ghandruk; authorities urge people to stay away from riverbanks and flood-prone areas. Mental Health Push: The Health Ministry plans a nationwide mental health awareness and services expansion, using schools, community outreach, helplines 1166/1115, and local health networks. Transport Safety & Policy: Transport entrepreneurs’ federation chief Sitaula says new public transport laws must follow prior expert recommendations and warns against harsh fines without fixing road and traffic infrastructure first. Hydropower Risk: IPPAN warns an undeclared generation holiday could waste about 900 MW due to transmission delays. Youth Protest: Gen-Z-led protests in Kathmandu demand justice for evicted squatters and an end to alleged rights violations. Education Equity Tax: Private school groups urge the government to reconsider a proposed 3% equity tax, saying it’s impractical. Sports: Nepal’s U-19 women beat Singapore by 151 runs in the ACC Premier Cup, moving closer to the semifinals.