AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoAsian Games Women’s Cricket Qualifiers: Thailand, Malaysia and China booked spots for the 2026 Asian Games in Japan after a Kuala Lumpur qualifying run; Nepal’s women missed out in the third-place playoff, losing to China in a rain-hit match. SAFF Women’s Championship: India thrashed Bangladesh 3-0 to top Group B and set up a semifinal vs Bhutan, while Bangladesh will face Nepal after Nepal beat Sri Lanka 2-0 to finish Group A champions. Border Row: PM Balendra Shah sparked a fresh controversy in Parliament by saying Nepal has also “encroached” on India’s land; Nepal’s Foreign Ministry later clarified it refers to “no-man’s land” encroachments and cross-border occupation, and said technical teams are mapping issues. Diplomacy: Shah said talks on Lipulekh/Limpiyadhura will involve India, China and the UK, and Nepal has sent a diplomatic note to India. Budget & VAT: Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle unveiled a VAT bill lottery scheme, promising VAT invoices will act as lottery tickets to boost compliance. Public Health: Health Minister Nisha Mehta urged tobacco users to quit on World No Tobacco Day, warning against vapes and e-cigarettes. Sports (Men’s T20I): Nepal made history with a 313/2 vs China, powered by Kushal Bhurtel’s 129 and six sixes in an over, in the Asian Games qualifier.
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