Nepal–China Diplomacy: Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal held “comprehensive talks” with China’s Wang Yi in Beijing, covering connectivity, border management, trade and technology transfer, with both sides reaffirming support for Nepal’s sovereignty and the one-China policy. Water & Power for Daily Life: NEA has brought grid electricity to the Annapurna trail stretch from Jhinu Danda to Upper Sinuwa, while work has started on a major 1,800mm Melamchi pipeline in Sundarijal to expand valley-wide distribution. Governance & Courts: TU ordered professors and staff who missed study-leave return deadlines to report within 15 days, and the Special Court granted CIAA four days’ custody of Passport Department DG Tirtha Raj Aryal and IT Director Sunil KC over passport procurement irregularities. Local Elections Debate: Constitutional amendment discussions are heating up after Election Commission suggestions that local elections be non-party, sparking fresh arguments over party vs independent governance. Economy & Jobs: Nepal issued 61,072 foreign employment permits in mid-May to mid-June, and FDI pledges fell to Rs 47.61 billion in 11 months. Agriculture Under Pressure: Nepali tea factories suspended operations after India tightened quality-testing rules, threatening exports and livelihoods. Climate & Health: A heatwave hit Banke and Nepalgunj, with schools closed temporarily, while forecasts warn extreme heat in the Terai and rain/thunderstorms in parts of the hills and east.