Everest Tribute: A “Rosie Rocks the World” stone created in memory of 18-year-old bone cancer victim Rosie Burnside-Fitch has been carried to the Mount Everest summit, with travellers encouraged to find and move the rocks along their journeys. Party Politics: Nepali Congress President Gagan Thapa said the party is built on ideology, sacrifice and dedication—not just power or election wins—while also praising veteran leader Krishna Prasad Bhattarai as “santaneta.” Central Banking Reform: The House Finance Committee discussed a bill to amend the Nepal Rastra Bank Act with bankers, industry bodies, and ministry officials, aiming to make the monetary and financial system more robust and responsive. Hydropower Deadlines: Nepal Electricity Authority plans to extend RCOD deadlines for stalled hydropower projects, grouping them by progress and PPA obligations. Electricity VAT Row: Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle’s promise of no end-consumer price hike is undercut as 5% VAT on electricity for domestic users has taken effect. Monsoon Risk: DoHM warns of sudden flood risk across many districts and urges people to stay alert as heavy rain is possible. Health Crisis: Radiotherapy services at Sushil Koirala Prakhar Cancer Hospital in Banke remain disrupted after a LINAC failure, forcing patients to seek treatment in India. Tourism Watch: Bardiya National Park saw a slight drop in visitors, blamed on domestic unrest and reduced international travel.