LPG Crisis: Lawmakers and citizens are again raising alarms over cooking gas shortages and “artificial” supply gaps, with the government saying an online tracking system will be introduced and supply details are being shared via forms, while Surkhet businesses report irregular deliveries and forced closures. Governance & Democracy: President Ramchandra Paudel urged youths to ask “judicious questions” to keep democracy alive, as debate continues over whether PM Balendra Shah’s early reforms are delivering real public relief. Telecom Transparency: The Cabinet has endorsed a study on Ncell Axiata share transactions, saying ownership transfers lacked transparency and recommending the latest deal not be approved as-is. Health Staffing: Jajarkot’s only 50-bed hospital is reportedly running with just one specialist doctor, leaving most specialist posts vacant and pushing patients to seek care outside the district. Energy Build-out: Madhes Province is seeing accelerated transmission line and substation work to improve reliability and meet rising demand. Climate Diplomacy: Nepal is preparing for COP-31 in Antalya with a focus on climate justice, mountain priorities, and better access to climate finance, and PM Shah has received an invitation. Sports Governance: Nepal’s esports community is demanding explanations after Asian Games esports teams were excluded, with NSC and NESA issuing clarifications amid backlash. Digital Safety: Nepal Police Cyber Bureau data shows cybercrime complaints rising sharply, prompting renewed calls for stronger digital literacy and faster investigations. Politics in Provinces: Nepali Congress ministers have resigned from the Koshi provincial government, while Lumbini’s provincial power-sharing continues with an agreement involving CPN (Masal).