FIFA Sanction: FIFA has suspended Nepal’s football body ANFA with immediate effect, citing “undue interference by a third party” and “flagrant violations” of FIFA statutes, meaning national teams and clubs are barred from FIFA/AFC competitions and ANFA loses access to development funding until the issue is resolved. Security Incident: A grenade explosion during Nepal Army training in Kailali killed Sergeant Himal Bikram Bista and injured Captain Himraj Joshi, who was airlifted to Kathmandu for treatment. Politics: Rastriya Swatantra Party’s first general convention has sparked backlash over logistics, heat-related hardships for delegates, and rushed endorsement of key ideological documents; the party also reignited debate with proposals for a directly elected executive and fully proportional representation. Infrastructure & Transport: The government allocated Rs 250 million for upgrading Tarigaun Airport in Dang, aiming to extend the runway to 2,500 metres to enable larger aircraft and more regular flights. Weather & Safety: A heat wave is expected to persist across western Tarai, with possible light rain and thunderstorms in parts of the hills and some areas of the Valley; authorities urged hydration and limiting afternoon outings. Economy Watch: Gold fell by Rs 5,200 per tola to Rs 278,300; silver also dropped to Rs 4,235 per tola. Monsoon Readiness: APF has put 8,180 personnel on 24-hour standby for monsoon disaster response.