AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoBroad Peak Tragedy: Nepal’s world-famous mountaineer Nirmal “Nimsdai” Purja has been confirmed dead after an avalanche on Pakistan’s Broad Peak, with his expedition company Elite Exped saying all 10 climbers in the team did not survive; Purja, 43, was leading the summit push when contact was lost and bodies were later located in difficult terrain, while Nepal PM Balendra Shah and Prince William also issued condolences. SAFF Championship 2026: Defending champions India were drawn with Maldives and Pakistan in Group B for the Thimphu draw, with Nepal’s participation hinging on whether FIFA’s ANFA suspension is lifted by September 1. Visa Policy: The US plans to make its visa bond program permanent, with bonds up to $20,000 for certain B-1/B-2 applicants from designated countries. Tax Incentive Push: Nepal’s Inland Revenue Department urged cash buyers to register original PAN/VAT bills on prize.ird.gov.np to join a taxpayer incentive gift scheme. Youth Football: Paro FC’s academy in Bhutan became the first in South Asia to earn AFC Two-Star recognition under the Elite Youth Scheme.
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