AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoNational ID Self-Download: Nepal’s Department of National ID and Civil Registration has started a trial service letting citizens download their National Identity Card online, with a photo and a QR code for verification. Passport Probe Pressure: Reports say Prime Minister’s Office pressure is accelerating the CIAA’s passport investigation, including moves tied to the Department of Passports. Border Diplomacy: Nepal’s FM Shishir Khanal questioned China over the Lipulekh Pass agreement with India, with Beijing saying it’s a bilateral matter to be resolved through dialogue. Markets Watch: NEPSE fell 21.92 points (0.80%) over June 15–19, wiping out about Rs40 billion in investor wealth. Tourism & Aviation: Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation Minister Khadak Raj Paudel said Gautam Buddha International Airport will come into operation, while tourism activity is rising as Indian pilgrims fill hotels in Humla’s Simkot and Hilsa. Road Safety: One person died and 30 were injured when a school bus plunged off the road in Udayapur. Tea Crisis: Tea factories in Ilam and beyond shut down again after India’s stricter export rules, while Nepal’s FM says diplomatic talks with India are ongoing to remove obstacles. Health Alert: Nepal is facing a rabies vaccine shortage due to high demand and low supply. Local Governance: The Ministry of Home Affairs launched the “Hello Home Call Center” (1112) for public grievances.
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