AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoNSU Leadership: Nepal Sanskrit University’s newly-appointed VC Prof Dr Bhim Prasad Khatiwada took oath on Tuesday, pledging to boost research and quality in art, literature, culture and religion. Judiciary Watch: Nepal’s Supreme Court issued a short-term order halting the arrest of Nepali Congress lawmaker Abhishek Pratap Shah in an assault case, while another order appointed Judge Basudev Acharya as chair of the Special Court. Probe into Death: Government formed a judicial committee headed by former judge Keshav Prasad Bastola to investigate Ganesh Nepali’s self-immolation death, with a report due within seven days. Tax Relief: Cabinet approved withdrawal of the 3% equity tax on private education and health sectors after public backlash. Economy & Markets: NEPSE fell 13.95 points to close at 2,712.54. Food Safety: Authorities destroyed green chillies in Butwal after tests found excessive pesticide residues. Health & Tourism: Talks focused on improving Ayurveda services and linking them to health tourism hubs. Sports: Nepal’s men’s kabaddi team heads to India for Asian Games prep; SAFF Men’s Championship in Bangladesh is set for Nov 4-17, but Nepal’s participation hinges on FIFA lifting ANFA’s suspension. Travel Trend: 11,806 foreign trekkers crossed Thorong La Pass in 2025/26.
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